Top Salvador da Bahia Private and Luxury

Get to know Salvador from an authentic and local point of view and at your own pace; without wasting precious time, in this MUST DO itinerary . We will always go out of the traditional route to discover the real city and all the possibilities that has to offer. Trying street food is always part of the fun and we will have plenty of opportunities to do it. I will suggest the best photography spots and you will be able to do it safely with me. Also, I provide you valuable information about all the activities you can do on your own during your stay in the city. If you like to interact with the local community this is also the tour for you.

Welcome! Discover Salvador's historic center with the help of a certified local guide and make your visit to our city unforgettable. Explore the cobblestone streets among the various old and colorful houses of the historic center. Learn the history behind each building and understand the local customs, culture, and gastronomy; above all, be assured of a safe and enjoyable visit. This tour is designed for those who want to explore our city in a more compact way, without sacrificing quality content.

This full-day adventure will allow you to enjoy both the magnificent panoramic views Salvador offers, as well as discover its rich history, extraordinary architecture, and dynamic culture, result of the blend of Portuguese, African and Indigenous people. We will see the city from different angles, discovering the Lower City, with its bucolic interior atmosphere, around the calm waters of the All Saints Bay, and continuing to the tip of the Itapagipe Peninsula, the extreme west part of Salvador, and then the Upper City with its Historic Center – the cradle of our city’s history.

It starts at the moment we board the car and we head towards the northern Bahian coastline, known as the coconut road until we arrive at the first stop, Praia do Forte at 10:30. There we can visit the Village of Fishermen, Project TAMAR of giant turtles (optional). Afterwards we will go to Guarajuba, a paradisiacal beach with natural pools where we will take a bath and enjoy an excellent restaurant by the sea.

Sign up for an exciting 4-hour private tour to discover Salvador's most beautiful historical and cultural treasures across the city neighborhoods overlooking All Saints Bay, such as Ribeira, Bonfim, Ponta de Humaitá and Boa Viagem, which are considered areas of great architectural interest and characterized by the bucolic air of an inland town. Visit the Church of Bonfim and wander around the Mont Serrat Fort with its breathtaking view to the All Saints Bay.

Visit Salvador's most important cultural museums during a 3-hour private tour. With your dedicated guide, enjoy flexibility and personal attention as you learn about Salvador's history. Visit both the Afro-Brazilian Museum and the museums dedicated to the indigenous people of Brazil. Stop by the Carlos Costa Pinto Museum and a museum of sacred and religious art housed in a building owned by a 19th-century Carmelite order. Learn about the cultural history of the city and how the combination of people from different backgrounds came together to create a unique social fabric. Round-trip transportation from Salvador hotels is included.

Discover Santo Antonio Beyond the Carmo in a vibrant, engaging and sensory way. This night tour, led by a local Guide, combines history, culture, authentic bars and Brazilian folk music in one of Salvador’s most charming, creative and lively neighborhoods. During the tour, the Guide leads the experience with stories, curiosities and interactive moments that promote connection, both between participants and with the Bavarian culture. The sensory journey goes beyond the flavors and also involves the body : the rhythm of the samba, the balance of the forró and the music echoing through the streets invite naturally to dance. Each stop is thought of as a meeting point where music and conversation create a light, welcoming and memorable atmosphere. More than a bar tour, this is a complete cultural experience, ideal for those who want to go beyond superficial tourism and understand Salvador in an authentic, human and sensitive way. A night of exchange, learning and lasting memories.

Experience the highlights of Salvador in just a few hours during a private sightseeing tour of the city. You won't have to spend time planning an itinerary, and your guide will add historical insights as you visit sites such as the Bahia Lighthouse, the Barra Fortress, and Pelourinhio. Skip the stress of finding a last-minute cab, since roundtrip transportation from your Salvador hotel is included.

Salvador’s food is one of the most distinctive in Brazil, shaped by deep Afro-Brazilian roots and centuries of trade. This tour is built to show you this food history though the streets, markets, and small neighbourhood kitchens of Pelourinho and Comércio. With 12 plus tastings across multiple stops, the experience moves between street stalls, market vendors, and long-standing eateries, giving you a broad view of Bahian cooking from iconic dishes like acarajé to slower, richer plates like moqueca. The setting is just as important as the food. Walking through Salvador’s historic centre and down into its old port district, you’ll see how the city’s past continues to shape its cuisine today. Led by a knowledgeable local tastemaker guide, and combining walking with short rides between neighbourhoods, this is Salvador's most generous food tour.

Explore the mysteries of Candomblé through this cultural tour of Salvador. Over the course of 4 hours with a local guide, visit the Afro-Brazilian Museum which narrates the history of enslaved Africans in Brazil. Go to the Pierre Verger Foundation, the French anthropologist responsible for developing literary and photographic and audio records of the history of slavery. Continue to a Candomblé terreiro (community) and get the opportunity to consult the sacred oracle (optional, extra cost). Walk through the favela to see the urban and cultural development that originated from maroon community, a historical haven for African slaves practicing the Candomblé religion. Round-trip transportation from Salvador hotels is included.

Explore Praia de Guarajuba and Praia do Forte with a private guide during this 8-hour tour from Salvador. Visit the gorgeous Praia do Forte, natural pools, a charming fishing village by the sea and a turtle sanctuary. Sit down lunch beachside in Guarajuba, famous for its coconut trees and vibrant blue water. Enjoy the flexibility and personalized attention that comes with booking a private tour.

Praia do Forte is a Brazilian beach located in the homonymous district, in the Bahian municipality of Mata de São João, about 50 km from Salvador. Lots of natural beauty mixed history make Praia do Forte one of the most sought after destinations on the northern coast of Bahia. There are more than 12 km of beaches, with several natural pools formed by reefs along the coast. The coconut trees, the predominant vegetation in this region, make the look even better. Enjoying the beaches and the beautiful scenery invite you to relax. One of the main attractions of the place is to visit the headquarters of Projeto Tamar, an organization dedicated to the preservation and study of sea turtles.

Salvador’s food is inseparable from its history, and this tour brings that to life through the streets vendors and neighbourhood eateries. Rather than focusing on restaurants, you’ll experience the city through markets, street stalls, and small local spots, tasting the Afro-Bahian dishes that define its identity. With 12 plus tastings across multiple stops, the tour is designed as a crash course in the flavours of Bahia from iconic street foods like acarajé to simple grilled snacks and deeper, slow-cooked dishes like ximxim de galinha. The setting is a key part of the experience. You’ll ride the Elevador Lacerda, move through the cobbled streets of Pelourinho, and explore areas most visitors pass through without understanding. Led by a knowledgeable local tastemaker guide, this is a relaxed, small-group experience that offers an authentic introduction to Salvador's food scene.

This tour was organized and planned for people who are interested in the afro Brazilian religious and tradition

Explore Pelourinho, the historic center of Salvador de Bahia, during this private sightseeing tour. The area was instrumental in the African slave trade and continues to be a center of African culture in Brazil. Walk through the streets and learn about the cultural and historical importance of the area through your local guide's commentary. Visit the Afro-Brazilian Museum and the Rosary of the Blacks, the first black Christian brotherhood in the New World.

Just wear a light clothes, get the sunscreen and wait for people at your hotel. On this tour you will discover the real meaning of the word "vacation". We start with a wonderful view of the main beaches of Salvador and then follow the green line towards Praia do Forte, where you will be able to visit the famous Tamar Project and interact with sea turtles. To close with a golden key, a lunch stop in Guarajuba and the rest of the day to relax, enjoy a delicious sea bath, enjoy the sunset and rest while we take you back to the hotel. TCH is the best and most complete option in receptive in Bahia. With a special service, differentiated services and a modern structure, TCH presents to the tourist an even more charming Bahia, always with the joy and hospitality that are marks of the Bahia people. Everything to make each tour an unforgettable experience.

The tour begins when the schooner leaves the Nautical Terminal towards the first island. A contemplative journey within the Baía de Todos os Santos, at the exit we have the São Marcelo Fort, the city of Salvador seen from the sea, the Itapagipe peninsula, Monte Serrat Fort, the Bonfim Church and other attractions. We head towards Ilha dos Frades where calm, crystal clear waters invite us to take a swim, there are natives as well as a snack and a cold drink, we stay for around 2 hours. Next we go to Itaparica Island. Where we will have lunch at a restaurant on the beach, a buffet with good homemade food. Then just relax on the sand or warm waters of the Itaparica sea. At 3:30 pm our guide begins boarding. On the way back, you can enjoy the sunset at our Todos os Santos Bay. Time: SSA-Frades 1:40; Frades-Itaparica 0:40; Itaparica-SSA 1:10. Note: Tours purchased less than 12 hours after boarding are subject to consultation only. DOES NOT INCLUDE: Boarding fees in Salvador and entry to Ilha dos Frades; Meals and drinks.

The tour begins when the escuna leaves the Nautical Terminal of Salvador in the direction of Frades Island. A contemplative tour within the Bay of All Saints, at the exit we have the Fort Saint Marcelo, the city of Salvador viewed from the sea, the peninsula of Itapagipe that houses the Fort of Monte Serrat, the Church of Bonfim and other attractions. We head towards Frades Island where calm and crystal clear waters invite us to a bath, in addition to a snack and a cold drink, we stay about 5 hours. It is just to relax in the sand and warm waters of the tip island of Our Lady of Guadalupe. Climb the stairs and visit the chapel that has as patron saint the same amazing view. At 15h our guide will call for boarding. On the way back you can enjoy the sunset in All Saints Bay. Time Salvador - Island - 1:40. Note: The Tour can only be purchased until 12h before departure. NOT INCLUDE: Terminal boarding fee of Salvador; Entrance fee Frades Island; Lunch, drinks and snacks.

it is the best way to visit and enjoy Salvador at night time. A City full of joy and happiness that everyone who visit it, fall in love with its beauty.

Get a quick but thorough overview of the most important attractions of Salvador, along with its culture and history, on a private walking tour. The extensive itinerary is primarily set in the city’s UNESCO-listed Old Town, called Pelourinho. Highlights include the Sao Francisco Church and Convent, Praca Thome de Souza (Municipal Square), and Mercado Modelo. This efficient adventure is perfect for first-time visitors or travelers with short on time.

Participate in a 3-hour Brazilian percussion workshop in Salvador. Get to know the rhythms and beats that provide the backdrop for Bahia's famous Carnival celebrations. Listen to the music that is essential in the Samba de Roda and the Candomblé ceremony. Learn about the percussion's roots in the African continent and how the tradition has transformed in modern Brazil from your local guide and professional percussion teacher. Round-trip transportation from Salvador hotels is included.

Watch an authentic folklore show and vibrant Afro-Brazilian culture, with traditional performances of dance and music with presentations of Candomblé, Capoeira, Maculelê, samba and traditional dance. It also includes a dinner with typical food, comtemporania or salads. Having the support of an accredited guide, transportation and a team committed to best served.

Discover all that Salvador has to offer on a full-day sightseeing tour with included hotel pickup. This comprehensive excursion is perfect for curious travelers with a strict vacation schedule. Thanks to all-inclusive transportation, you can visit more than a dozen attractions without breaking a sweat. Highlights include Forte de Nossa Senhora de Monte Serrat, Sao Francisco Church and Convent, Cathedral Basilica of Salvador, and Pelourinho (Old Town).