Brazil · HISTORICAL TOURS
Four centuries of sugar, gold and coffee left the coast a string of colonial ports and the interior a set of imperial towns. The 15 below cover the old capitals, the palaces and the trails, priced and timed.
See Rio’s historic center, Lapa and artistic Santa Teresa on a four-hour guided tour with hotel pickup and views from Parque das Ruínas.
“Tour was very informative and well organized. Dario was a great host and answered all our questions and provided good recommendations”
See São Paulo by bike on a 3-hour ride through Paulista Avenue, the historic center, Liberdade, parks, museums, and local cafés.
“Increadible experience! we had two guides, speaking English and Spanish, they were very patient with a group, adjusting to the pace of everyone and showing us the best parts of Sao Paolo! Highly recommend this form of sightseeing, especially in a large place like Sao Paolo. Thank you!”
Ride Curitiba’s 19th-century railway through Atlantic rainforest, explore Morretes and Antonina, eat barreado, and return by scenic road.
“The train ride was ok. So many people and the whole process to board takes too long. The best part was the restaurant in Antonina, the food was simple and tastes awesome and hosts were incredible. The staff in the restaurant was polite and professional. Would recomend that restaurant to anyone.”
Walk Rio’s Little Africa with a passionate guide, tracing Afro-Brazilian history, samba, food, art, and the Valongo Wharf for $40.
“Tour was amazing our guide was Larissa very down to earth! Tour was very informative definitely recommend it if coming to Brazil and you’d like to learn more about Afro Brazilian history!”
Watch sunset over Brazil, Argentina, and Paraguay, then enjoy music and dance at Foz do Iguaçu’s Triple Frontier Landmark.
“This is a lovely experience. Very worth the money, and an excellent show. The food at the restaurant was good too.”
Explore Rio’s Little Africa through Afro-Brazilian history, Valongo Wharf, Pedra do Sal, museums, and a thoughtful local guide.
“Carolina, our tour guide, was outstanding! She has a deep knowledge of Afro-Brazilian history, and we were able to learn so much in just four hours. She was warm, personable, and full of positive energy. What stood out most was her compassion—she thoughtfully adjusted the tour so that my family member, who couldn’t manage all the walking, was still able to fully experience it. I highly recommend this tour to anyone interested in the rich and vibrant Afro-Brazilian heritage. Thank you, Carolina!”
Explore Paraty’s UNESCO-listed center, learn its colonial and Masonic secrets, and taste local Cachaça Gabriela on a 90-minute tour.
“Absolute must for understanding the history of this town. The tour was incredibly informative and well done!”
Walk São Paulo’s historic center from Edifício Itália to Liberdade with guide Giuliano, covering architecture, immigration, coffee, and city life.
“Great overview of the history of São Paulo! Our guide was thorough and gave us a ton of information on the history and socioeconomic reasons behind the changes the city saw. There was no question he could not answer. I could probably read about all of this on Wikipedia, but Guilliano really fleshed it out and brought it to life in a way that will stay with me a long time. Highly recommend!”
Explore Rio’s historic center on a private three-hour walk from Cinelandia to Paço Imperial, with local stories, grand buildings, and street life.
“Amazing tour in Centro! Danielle was a super guide who took us through Rio’s exciting history and architechture over the past 200 years. Highly recommended!”
Explore Rio’s old center on foot, from Candelária and São Bento to Paço Imperial, Confeitaria Colombo, and the Olympic-era port.
“our tour guide was absolutely wonderful. She was very knowledgeable and took us to interesting places. I am not very good at names, but I believe her name was Malenia. I would recommend this tour.”
Explore Brazil’s Germanic Valley from Balneário Camboriú, with guided stops in Ilhota, Blumenau, and Pomerode for $28.
“La ciudad de Blumenau no me gustó porque me pareció una ciudad con algunos “detalles” germánicos. Pero Pomerode es muy bonita, parece más aldea, y tenía muchos adornos navideños.”
Explore Rio’s historic center, Museum of Tomorrow, Olympic Boulevard, Cais do Valongo, and Confeitaria Colombo on a guided half-day tour.
“Muy interesante y bonito el paseo. Es bueno conocer el centro histórico y el museo es otro nivel, me encantó”
Explore Salvador’s Pelourinho on a 2.5-hour small-group walk through colonial squares, Afro-Brazilian culture, ocean views, and landmark sites.
“Eduardo was very keen on showing additional individual preferences. The tour was really helpful to make the best of Salvador for that view days. He gave helpful tips what to do.”
Explore Salvador’s African heritage through historic churches, Candomblé traditions, Orixá sculptures, and Pelourinho with a private local guide.
“Andres was very knowledgeable and an excellent tour guide- he seemed to know everyone in Salvador! He brought the stories and the things we saw to life through his vivid descriptions. Great tour guide!”
Explore Salvador’s forts, churches, Pelourinho, markets, Afro-Bahian culture, and local food on an 8-hour private tour with lunch.
“Andre was our guide and he was awesome. I have some physical issues and he was kind, knowledgeable and flexible. We loved every minute and would recommend this to anyone.”
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