Northeast Brazil Self Drive Adventure

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Explore the cobbled streets, churches and artisan shops of Olinda. Spend an evening in Salvador to enjoy its lively atmosphere. Relax on the some of Brazil's most deserted and stunning beaches.
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Overview

Trip type
Self-Guided / Independent Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Full schedule

What's this trip about?

    Explore the cobbled streets, churches and artisan shops of Olinda. Spend an evening in Salvador to enjoy its lively atmosphere. Relax on the some of Brazil's most deserted and stunning beaches.

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Details

Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeIntimate group - 12 max
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transportAll internal ground transport included
Start CityRecife & Olinda
End CitySalvador

Travel Themes

  • Nature & Wildlife
  • National Parks
  • High Adventure

Destinations

Activities

  • Adventure & Adrenaline
  • Culture
  • History
  • Nature

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Itinerary

Day 1 : Olinda

Today you begin your journey by boarding your international outbound flight to Recife. Arrive in Recife at any time today. You will be met at the airport and driven to your hotel in the nearby colonial gem of Olinda.

Day 2 : Olinda

Free day to explore Olinda at your own leisure - the compact historic centre is beautifully preserved and easy to explore on foot.

Day 3 : Praiagogi

Today begin your self-drive adventure! Transfer to Recife to collect your car and take an easy, scenic drive down the coast to the unspoiled beach hideaway at Praiagogi.

Day 4 : Praiagogi

At leisure at Praiagogi - a chance to snorkel in natural pools and walk along the pristine beach.

Day 5 : Praiagogi

Second day at leisure in Praiagogi - you could hire a buggy to explore some other beaches, or perhaps arrange fishing or sailing.

Day 6 : Penedo

Today you will drive about 185 miles (300 kilometres) to Penedo, stopping as often as you like en-route to enjoy the scenery & sample some local cuisine.

Day 7 : Penedo

Free time to explore the small colonial town of Penedo, with its baroque churches and lively local market.

Day 8 : Praia do Forte

Drive south to Praia do Forte, a coastal town just north of Salvador.

Day 9 : Praia do Forte

At leisure at the beach. Praia do Forte is a good spot for windsurfing.

Day 10 : Praia do Forte

At leisure - there are water sports at the hotel or you could visit the Tamar Turtle project.

Day 11 : Salvador

This morning drive to Salvador airport to drop off the car. You will be transferred to your hotel in the historic centre, with its vibrant mix of Portuguese & African influences.

Day 12 : Salvador

Today you will have a private guided tour of Salvador's highlights including a visit to the All Saints Bay and the resplendent Baroque church of Sao Francisco.

Day 13 : International return flight

Private transfer to Salvador airport for your onward flight.

Day 14 : International return flight

Arrive home today to complete your journey.

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Dates & Availability

Price From $3,607
Price per day$258
Last Updated: 1/12/2022

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