Discover the heart of Brazil on a guided cultural experience through Salvador’s Historic Center and traditional Bahian cuisine.

Visit iconic landmarks such as the Lacerda Elevator, the first street in Brazil, the Monument to the Fallen Cross, the first Faculty of Medicine in the country, and the impressive Church of Saint Francis, known as the “Golden Church.”

Meet your guide at Praça Castro Alves, where you can enjoy breathtaking views of the Bay of All Saints and its islands. Continue along Rua Chile, the first street in Brazil, and stop at Pau da Bandeira for one of the most beautiful panoramic views of Salvador.

Explore Praça Thomé de Souza, home to the first seat of government in colonial Brazil, and admire the Lacerda Elevator, connecting the Upper and Lower City. Continue through Praça da Sé, where you’ll learn about the former Cathedral of Salvador, the Monument to the Fallen Cross, the first Bishop of Brazil, and Zumbi dos Palmares, one of the greatest symbols of resistance against slavery.

Walk through Terreiro de Jesus, discover the first Faculty of Medicine in Brazil, and admire the remarkable churches that helped shape the city’s history. Visit Largo do Cruzeiro de São Francisco and the magnificent Golden Church before passing by the headquarters of Olodum and the famous “Ladeira do Pelourinho,” where Michael Jackson filmed part of the music video for They Don’t Care About Us.

Learn about the Brotherhood of Black Men, Afro-Brazilian resistance, religion, culture, and the role Salvador played in the formation of Brazil.