Salvador Private Tour: Authentic Local Experiences in Upper & Lower City

Experience the authentic and local side of Salvador with a private tour that takes you off the beaten path. Discover hidden gems, try delicious street food, and capture stunning photos with a knowledgeable guide.

Duration: 8 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Santo Antonio da Barra Fort and Nautic Museum of Bahia - Begin your journey at the iconic Lighthouse of Barra, situated in Santo Antônio Fort. Stroll around, capture stunning photos, and enjoy the refreshing breeze. This spot marks the entrance to the Bay of All Saints.
  • Praia do Porto da Barra - The birthplace of Salvador, founded by the…
What's Included
  • Climate-controlled vehicle interior
What's Not Included
  • Lunch
  • Tickets for churches & Museums
  • Ticket to Cathedral; São Francisco and museums
Additional Information

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…

Location
Santo Antonio da Barra Fort and Nautic Museum of Bahia
Largo do Farol da Barra s/n, Barra
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Anthony_c
Mar 26, 2026
Salvador da Bahia,the Real Deal. - Gabriela has a broad and deep understanding of the history and culture of the city.During the day we exchanged views on a wide range of subjects making the day even more enjoyable.
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Danicap861
Mar 12, 2026
Fun and educational - My 15 year old and I spent a wonderful day together with Gabi. Gabi showed us many interesting parts of Salvador and taught us about the history and culture. She made it interesting for a teenager too! There was some walking but a lot was by car. I highly recommend Gabi for a tour in Salvador!
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460mgw
Feb 12, 2026
First time in Brazil - Excellent knowledgeable guide, Gabriela, leading a very informative tour of the city. Very observant of our interests & needs, catering to them accordingly. Great lunch stop, Cuco....local cuisine. City sights by car & walking.. just a shame the public buildings were covered in boarding due to carnival! Recommended
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Alisonj333
Feb 10, 2026
Brilliant tour - We had the wonderful João take us around Salvador. He was perfect. Very interesting, funny and great company all day.
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Mark_h
Jan 31, 2026
Great Tour of Salvador - Gabriela met us near the cruise ship at about 8:15am and from there, we had a lovely 6 hour tour of the city, with a lunch stop, (our expense) in the touristy, (but a must see), area of upper old town. Gabriela’s English is excellent and her knowledge of the city is superb. Although there are countless churches in Salvador, we limited our visits to the Bonfim Basilica. Had we seen more, the tour would have extended another hour. Book this tour without concern. It’s massively better value than any cruise ship excursion.
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Denise_r
Dec 13, 2025
Best City Tour Ever! - Our guide Ana took us on a full day adventure seeing the very best of Salvador. She was informative, helpful, very nice—we lived her! Don’t hesitate to book with this company. Service was top-notch all the way. Anything you’d like to see in Salvador, Ana will make it happen.
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Uwsadventurer
Dec 1, 2025
Touring Salvador Bahia - We loved touring Sqlvador with Gabriella. We booked an all day tour that started at 10 am from our hotel. She took us around the city’s most significant neighborhood by car and on foot. She knows the local history real well and she clearly loves telling others about it. Gabriella who is originally from Argentina also speaks very good English which we found was rare in the north east. We highly recommend her!
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Donald_m
Nov 18, 2025
A Great Introduction to a Fascinating City - Gabriela is an excellent tour guide! She seems to know everything about a complex and fascinating city. Her love of the food, culture and history of the place is impressive, and she communicates very well.
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Journey49225888559
Oct 8, 2025
Don’t Miss This Tour of Salvador! - I really can’t say enough about how great this tour with Gabriela was! She is such a warm, friendly and knowledgeable person ~ You couldn’t ask for a better guide! She also graciously accommodated my mobility challenges and always checked in with me, but in a way that I didn’t feel self conscious when I had limitations. Her knowledge base is incredible, and I enjoyed talking with her about many aspects of life in Bahia/Brazil. For you foodies, she took me to a wonderful restaurant for lunch that was so good, I had to go back and enjoyed a delicious dinner several days later! I also learned so much from her about the region’s history - I was sharing the info on the next excursion I took! So if you want to really experience Salvador, do it with Gabriela and you won’t regret it!
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Silvial1029
Sep 15, 2025
An unforgettable way to experience Salvador’s history and culture - The tour with Gabriella was wonderful. She guided us through the main tourist attractions in Salvador, offering insightful explanations about the city's rich history and culture. What made the experience even more special was the opportunity to see non-tourist areas and enjoy stunning scenery in a safe and convenient way. This gave us a deeper understanding of the local people's reality and their cultural heritage.
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From $70
up to 10 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).