Top Brazil Historical Tours - page 6

As the largest marine aquarium in South America, AquaRio can draw long lines—but this handy group tour has you inside without the wait. Inside, get up close to marine life from Brazil and the wider world, and venture through multiple habitats. After the aquarium, explore further with a brief brief tour of Rio de Janeiro's Olympic Boulevard area.

Learn about the history of the African people in Brazil during this 8-hour anthropological tour in Salvador. Visit Pelourinho, the center of African history in Salvador, and peruse the Afro-Brazilian Museum. Continue to the São Joaquim Market, founded by enslaved Africans, now the largest open-air market in the city. Stop for lunch hosted by a family with 50 years of history in the Garcia community, a traditional bean stew. Travel to Rio Vermelho beach to see the altar in reverence to iemanjá, the African orixá from the sea. Round-trip transportation from Salvador hotels is included.

Get an overview of the beach town of Santos on this private tour. You can move at your own pace and enjoy guided commentary tailored to your interests as you explore. You can be sure to check all the most important sights off your list as your guide leads you through a carefully-curated itinerary.

Sway to the sounds of Bossa Nova, the popular genre that originated in Rio de Janeiro, during this small-group walking tour through the famous Ipanema and Copacabana neighborhoods. Alongside a musician guide, visit several spots where your favorite songs were written, composed, and played. Learn how and where it started and about its famous performers, such as Joao Gilberto and Tom Jobim.

Discover the fascinating underground world of Brazil’s Quadrilátero Ferrífero on guided visit to the Great Central Gold Mine and gain a deeper understanding of the region’s mining history and natural resources. Observe quartz veins containing microscopic gold particles, colorful mineral pigments that are used in church paintings, and even iron ore spills.

The spirit of cachaça is the secret ingredient of many Brazilian cocktails. Rather than simply sipping it, delve deeper into the origin and production of the tipple during a tour of Engenho Boa Vista, Brazil’s oldest continuously operating sugar cane mills. Travel back in time and sample three different types of cachaça.

If you can only see one thing in Rio, it has to be the Christ the Redeemer statue. This tour is great for those on a super tight timeframe in the city; you'll get picked up by your private guide and proceed directly to see the iconic statue. Learn about the history of the statue and what it means to Brazlian culture; you'll also get the obligatory photo op.

Discover the birthplace of samba on a guided tour to Pedra do Sal, including a samba party. Head to the Saúde neighborhood and learn historical facts about Pedra do Sal, known as “Little Africa.” Then enjoy a “roda de samba,” a street party of samba musicians, with a complimentary caipirinha and dance moves for an engaging evening in Rio.

The Christ the Redeemer statue atop Corcovado Mountain is one of Rio’s most iconic landmarks. With this half-day city tour, travel up to the mountaintop in an air-conditioned minivan with hotel pickup included, then combine it with two of Rio’s most vibrant historic neighborhoods. Visit the picturesque Santa Teresa, known for its bohemian vibe and narrow streets, then explore the nightlife hub of Lapa, home to the colorful Selaron Steps.

Immerse yourself in the vibrant football culture of Brazil with this tour through the incredible Maracanã Stadium and the Clube de Regatas do Flamengo headquarters. Get a behind-the-scenes look at Flamengo and its history. Then, head to the world-famous Maracanã to explore its player dressing rooms, wander the sidelines, sit on the players' bench, or take photos in the fan zone.

Get to know Petrópolis, the Imperial City of the State of Rio de Janeiro, during this private tour from Rio. Following hotel pickup, travel in a private vehicle through Serra dos Órgãos National Park, stopping for great photo ops along the way. Tour the Quitandinha Palace and the Imperial Museum to get a sense of the region's history. Stop for a traditional Brazilian lunch, then take a walking tour of the historic streets lined with examples of architecture from different eras. End your day with a visit to the local brewery. Enjoy personal attention and a flexible itinerary tailored to your interests on this private tour.

Make your visit to Petropolis a simple one with this Petropolis full-day private tour that includes round-trip transport from Rio de Janeiro and the Imperial Museum admission tickets. A private guide takes you through the city to see main sights, such as Crystal Palace, Catedral de Sao Pedro de Alcantara, and Santos Dumont House Museum (Museu Casa de Santos Dumont). Plus, learn Petropolis’s history from your guide, too.

The walking tour through the city center passes through the main historical points of the city of Rio de Janeiro. This tour works well on weekdays. Our meeting is in Cinelândia, we pass through Largo da Carioca, Santo Antônio Complex, Tiradentes Square, Portuguese Reading Office, Colombo Confectionery, XV Square, CCBB, Candelária Church, São Bento Monastery and we finish at Praça Mauá, Tomorrow, tourists can visit if they want. This is a walk of approximately 5 km, which we do at your own pace, stopping whenever you find it interesting or necessary.

Take a historic hike through Paraty’s Gold Trail and discover its rich history on this private tour. Learn how African slaves paved this path to bring the precious metals of the region to Portuguese ships. Observe the local wildlife and stop at natural pools and waterfalls to unwind a bit. End the tour at a cachaça distillery and sample various types of the Brazilian rum.

Visit a tropical rainforest that borders a huge metropolitan city—an extremely rare thing in the world. The Tijuca Forest is an area filled with indigenous wildlife, flowers and plants, and on this tour, spot toucans, monkeys and raccoons among many other inhabitants of the forest. Then, travel to the Tijuca Botanical Garden to learn more about the flowers of Brazil and enjoy displays of plants.

Make your reservation and have an experience the most skilled guides of Salvador. Roadmap Car Farol da Barra, Corredor da Vitoria, Campo Grande, Largo da Piedade, St. Peter's Clock, Castro Alves Square. Walk: Plaza Municipal, Elevator Lacerda, Plaza da Sé, Terreiro de Jesus and Largo do Pelourinho. Visit Model Merchant. Return to the hotel. We are a company specialized in cultural and receptive tours based in the Bavarian capital. We will be delighted to attend to them.

Take a panoramic city tour through Downtown Rio, a stop at the Metropolitan Cathedral and travel to the top of Sugar Loaf Mountain and visit the Christ the Redeemer statue on this full-day comprehensive tour of Rio's most famous landmarks. Reach the top of Sugar Loaf Mountain and Corcovado Mountain by cable car and by cog train through the Tijuca Rainforest, respectively. This full-day tour includes round-trip transportation from most Rio hotels, allows you to see all of Rio's sights in just one day.

Get acquainted with two of Rio's most famous attractions, Sugar Loaf Mountain and the Christ the Redeemer statue, during this private tour. With your own dedicated guide and private executive sedan, travel straight from your hotel to these 2 sites in privacy. Duration of tour and itinerary are flexible; enjoy the personalized attention that comes with a private tour. If you're short on time in Rio, make the most of it with this time-saving option.

Get an overview of Salvador's highlights during this full-day private tour with a local guide. Visit the historic sights of the city, its colonial mansions and monuments, including Dique do Tororó, Pelourinho, Bonfim Church, and Lacerda Elevator. Have lunch at a local restaurant (included) to taste some of Bahia's specialties and enjoy round-trip transportation from Salvador hotels.

Named after the last Emperor of Brazil, Pedro II, Petrópolis was the favored summer residence for Brazil’s emperors and elites in the 19th-century. A great way to delve deeper into Brazil’s history, this full-day group tour from Rio offers visitors the chance to discover this fascinating city for themselves, with guided sightseeing trips of the old imperial palace—which is now a museum—and many other historical sights, including a behind-the-scenes tour of Brazil’s first brewery.

Embark on a journey through the historical town of Paraty. Famous for the Gold Path connecting Minas Gerais, São Paulo and Rio de Janeiro during the Gold Cycle, Paraty has kept its historical buildings almost intact. It feels like we are back to the Colonial Times in Brazil. Starting with hotel pickup, we take the Green Coast path to Paraty. Beautiful green landscapes prepare you for the city ahead. Take this opportunity to plan the itinerary with the tour guide. It is a private tour, so you may choose what to do in Paraty. You can visit a distillery to see how they produce the cachaça - our national liquor -, you can swim at the waterfalls, you can lay down on the beach, you can visit the historical landmarks or you can do some shopping in town. It is really up to you! After you have enjoyed this tailor-made tour, we hit the road back to Rio.

First-time visitors to São Paulo who want a fun overview of the city will enjoy this private half-day tour. The itinerary can be customized to suit your interests, with visits to the Museum of Contemporary Art, the cathedral, the market, and the soccer museum at Pacaembu Stadium. Learn about the city's history and culture while getting your bearings with included hotel pickup.

Experience the rich Christian history and vibrant culture of São Paulo with our exclusive, tailor-made tour. Designed for both devout Christians and those fascinated by religion, art, and culture, this extraordinary journey unveils Brazil's remarkable Christian heritage. Begin at the Metropolitan Cathedral, marvel at its divine architecture, and soak in its serene atmosphere. Visit the 17th-century São Bento Monastery and the Convent and Sanctuary of São Francisco, places that resonate with the city's religious history. Next, uncover São Paulo's artistic heritage at the Church of Santo Antônio, home to colonial era art, and the Museum of Sacred Art, preserving intricate devotional artifacts. Lastly, visit the magnificent Nossa Senhora do Brasil Church, a top wedding venue. Join us for this private, guided tour and take away not just an understanding of São Paulo's Christian legacy but also an enriching experience filled with awe, inspiration, and tranquility.

Half of Brazil’s Jewish community resides in the city of São Paulo, where synagogues, kosher restaurants, and cultural centers abound. Members of the Jewish community or anyone interested in its culture or history will benefit from this private tour of significant sites. A dedicated guide sheds light on the role of Jewish immigration since the 17th century. A private vehicle with hotel pickup makes getting to each destination convenient.