trip details for salvador carnival journey (XRS)

The best of Brazil. A great mix of chilling on stunning beaches, exploration of colonial towns and local villages and trekking in the national park. Throw in plenty of adventure activities along the way and celebrating Salvador Carnival - the true peoples carnival, you couldn't ask for more. Some long drive days that get us to see far more than just the highlights, this really is a trip with something for everyone.

is this trip for me?

Route: Rio de Janeiro to Salvador or v.v.

Length of Section: 19 Nights

Profile: The best of Brazil. A trip packed with something for everyone a great mix of chilling, culture, adventure and hiking, village stays and partying. Far more than just the highlights. Some long drive days, generally good roads, hot sunny beaches to cool mountain highlands. Who could ask for more.

Adventure Rating: Moderate

Crew: 2 crew, local guides as necessary.

Vehicle: Classic Dragoman truck

Accommodation: Mixture of hotels/hostels and campsites. During Salvador Carnival we will be staying in a clean, comfortable, tourist class hotel in shared accomodation including breakfast. (50% camping, 50% hotels)

what's included?

Nights 1-5: Brazilian Highlands:

Overnight in amazing Rio
Time to explore unique colonial Ouro Preto
2 days to chill in cool mountains above Atlantic Coast

Nights 6-8: Atlantic Coastline:

Beach hop on the Atlantic coast towards Bahia

Nights 9-13: Chapada Diamantina:

Head into the beautiful Chapada Diamantina NP
3 days guided discovery of the National Park
Overnight in local homestays and camps
Visit to Graos de Luz Community Project
Free time to explore Lencois a beautiful old Diamond town

Nights 14-19: Salvador Carnival:

Arrive in Salvador to start Carnival
An abada (shirt) and entry to a bloco, joining in with one of the �blocs� and parade the streets
A grandstand place to watch the parade of �Trio Eletricos�
Guided half day tour of Historic Salvador
Dance the night away at Salvador Carnival
Free time to join in the parties in the street or watch various parades and blocs

what can I do on the way?

(Activities available at extra costs)

Party all night long in Rio
Half day guided Favela Tour
Wander through the stunning Botanical Gardens
Head underground into the gold mines of Ouro Preto.
Hike, bike or raft in the mountains of Rio de Montanha
Day trip to chill on some of the amazing beaches

notes:

General notes: Kitty does not cover food while staying in hotels or hostels.

Because of its nature, this itinerary may vary.