What
was true about Rio de Janeiro is even more true about
Salvador!
Do
not allow a taxi driver be your first impression of
this historic
place! A guide booked in advance, speaks your language
and gives you initial information on the city. And escorted
tours
to Salvador and it's fascinating highland
are surprisingly affordable!
Two
days, three nights are required for sightseeing, one day the
historic part of the city and the other day for a scenic drive
along the coast.
Include
a few days to the Chapada
Diamantina area, the former Diamond
mining area known for it's splended landscapes, rivers,
caves and waterfalls, and finish with a day on the beach,
perhaps
in Catussaba, which is not too far away from the international
airport or to Praia do Forte to the north, easily reached
by road (about one hour) or Morro de São Paulo,
best reached by a combination of plane and boat, for
those seeking
something more remote.
Escorted
Tours including Salvador:
Look
to spend a week on tour and ask for a few customized days
afterwards on the beach, as these beaches deserve a bit more
time!
