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    Capitão Beach
    Boat Tours, Day Trips, Guided Tours

    Capitão Beach

    Capitão beach is located in the historic city of Igarassu on the north coast of Pernambuco, considered the second oldest city in our country, so this region is perfect for those who like history, since it has a lot to tell. We will dive in the beauties of the North Coast of Pernambuco, we will take you to a structured support point, at Praia do Capitão, you can relax on a sun lounger or hammock, watching the waves of the sea, as well as taking advantage of the nautical equipment options available in the local (optional), but if you prefer to know this enchanted coastline, you can take a Catamaran or speedboat ride (optional). Inclusions: Pick-up available from the hotel. Drop off at the hotel. Guide Exclusions: Entrance fee Lunch Drinks Gratuities All personal expenses Important Info: Bring a light jacket Hat, Sun cream Please wear comfortable shoes. Redeem Info: EVOUCHER - E-voucher. Show the voucher on your mobile device to enjoy the activity.
    Discover the cultural side of Recife and the Castelo Brennand Museum
    Day Trips, Guided Tours, Museums, Small Group Tours

    Discover the cultural side of Recife and the Castelo Brennand Museum

    Recife is one of the oldest cities in colonial Brazil, its name was inspired by the “natural reefs” that surround its coast, here it was the scene of several historical battles, in addition to being an important commercial port. Currently, Recife is recognized nationally and internationally for its rich cultural productions, be it in music, cinema, and fine arts, a tour of this cultural city that you will be especially enchanted with the neighborhoods of Apipucos, Poço da Panela, and Casa Forte. From highlighting its square of the same name visit the Museum / Atelier Francisco Brennand, a pottery turned into a unique place, appreciated by all who visit it, it is a place full of surprises and enchantment, free time to get to know every detail of the richness of the work from the artist amid beautiful gardens designed by landscaper Roberto Burle Marx you will inspire art. Inclusions: Guide Transport Pick-up and drop-off available for selected hotels only. Exclusions: Entrance fee Gratuities All personal expenses Drinks Meal Important Info: Bring a light jacket Hat, Sun cream Please wear comfortable shoes. ;Visitation fees not included, discount for students, senior citizens (over 60 years) and teachers presenting supporting documents at the Museum's concierge. Redeem Info: EVOUCHER - E-voucher. Show the voucher on your mobile device to enjoy the activity.
    Maragogi Beach
    Boat Tours, Day Trips

    Maragogi Beach

    Maragogi Beach is located in the Alagoas State, very close to the state's border with Pernambuco in the Coast of the Corals region. The beach is also known as the Brazilian Caribbean. We will take you to the beach of Burgalhau, our point of support with an excellent structure for you to spend the day enjoying the natural beauties of this paradise that we introduce to you. You can also get with our guide the catamaran ride (optional), known as the 'waterfront ride' that does not depend on the tide table. Inclusions: Guide Pick-up available from the meeting point. Pick-up and drop-off available for selected hotels only. Exclusions: Optional activities Drinks Lunch Important Info: Please bring a swimsuit, towel and biodegradable sunscreen. Redeem Info: EVOUCHER - E-voucher. Show the voucher on your mobile device to enjoy the activity.
    Tour Olinda with Recife Antigo
    Boat Tours, Day Trips, Guided Tours

    Tour Olinda with Recife Antigo

    Olinda, a colonial city dating from 1535, monasteries, convents, baroque churches and colorful houses, enchants with its architecture, culture and history. Recife, capital of Pernambuco, which dates back to the XVI century, has many corners and charms, a city cut by rivers and bathed by the sea, known as the city of water, its central part has three islands each one with much beauty, attractions and history. Inclusions: Pick-up and drop-off available for selected hotels only. Transport Guide Exclusions: Meal Entrance fee Drinks All personal expenses Important Info: Bring a light jacket Hat, Sun cream Please wear comfortable shoes. Redeem Info: EVOUCHER - E-voucher. Show the voucher on your mobile device to enjoy the activity.
    San Jose Coral Coast
    Day Trips, Guided Tours, Small Group Tours

    San Jose Coral Coast

    São José da Coroa Grande, is part of the Costa dos Corais, an area of environmental protection, the destination with calm sea and natural pools with crystal clear waters, a perfect combination for those seeking rest and natural beauty, located among The states of Pernambuco and Alagoas, Costa dos Corais is the second largest coral bank in the world, known as the Brazilian Caribbean. Our tour also visits the unknown São José da Coroa Grande beach, known as the land of natural pools, a place little explored with crystal clear waters and greenish sea, its untouched corals, a true synonym of something indescribable. The support point you will feel unique and will relax in the middle of nature, if you want to have greater contact, at low tide we will take you on a Catamaran ride (optional) to dive among the corals in low tide. Inclusions: Pick-up and drop-off available for selected hotels only. Guide Exclusions: Meal Entrance fee Drinks Important Info: Bring a light jacket Hat, Sun cream Please wear comfortable shoes. Redeem Info: EVOUCHER - E-voucher. Show the voucher on your mobile device to enjoy the activity.
    Carneiros Beach - Full-Day Tour
    Day Trips, Guided Tours

    Carneiros Beach - Full-Day Tour

    The setting of coconut trees on the white sand, the wall formed by the reefs, the natural pools, the sandbanks and, in the background, the estuary of Rio Formoso with mangroves make up a simply unparalleled spectacle of colors. Carneiros beach, located south coast of Pernambuco, is a beautiful discovery you can't miss during your stay in Recife. One of the main attractions, besides natural beauty, is a beautiful catamaran ride (optional) with stops for refreshing swimming in limpid and warm water, as well as the amusing mud (clay) bath on the bank of Formoso river, said to be rejuvenating. End the adventure with a beautiful view of the Chapel of St. Benedict, from the eighteenth century. Inclusions: Guide Pick-up available from the meeting point. Pick-up and drop-off available for selected hotels only. Exclusions: Lunch Optional activities Entrance fee Drinks Important Info: Please make sure you answer all the mandatory questions during the booking process. Redeem Info: EVOUCHER - E-voucher. Show the voucher on your mobile device to enjoy the activity.
    Navigating the Capibaribe River
    Boat Tours, Small Group Tours

    Navigating the Capibaribe River

    You will have the opportunity to sail through Recife, divided by the rivers Beberibe and Capibaribe and located by the ocean, the capital of Pernambuco is known as the "city of waters" or "Brazilian Venice". The catamaran ride along Capibaribe, one of the most famous rivers in the state, is an unforgettable experience for anyone who really wants to understand why the capital of Pernambuco is known as the "Brazilian Venice." You will have the opportunity to navigate the Pina basin, viewing Recife's oldest fishing colony, Brasília Teimosa neighborhood, seeing the sculpture park of the famous and talented Francisco Brennand, being surprised by the architecture of the City landmark, passing under the innumerable centuries-old bridges in Recife downtown and being entitled to three requests when passing under them, and ending with a beautiful sunset watching. Inclusions: Pick-up available from the hotel. Boat Ride Drop off at the hotel. Guide Exclusions: Dinner Lunch Drinks Important Info: N/A Redeem Info: EVOUCHER - E-voucher. Show the voucher on your mobile device to enjoy the activity.
    Recife Cultural City Tour with Ricardo Brennand Museum
    Day Trips, Guided Tours, Museums, Small Group Tours

    Recife Cultural City Tour with Ricardo Brennand Museum

    Recife, capital of Pernambuco, dating from the 16th century, has corners and charms, a city intersected by rivers and bathed by the sea, known as the city of waters, its central part has three main islands each with great beauty, attractions and history, we prepared in this beautiful tour a dive into the culture and history of Recife. The Ricardo Brennand Museum, voted the best museum in South America by "TravellersChoice", its extensive gardens filled with valuable sculptures, a replica of a medieval castle and a permanent collection of works by Frans Post, Jean Baptiste Debret, Facchinetti, Eliseu Visconti, among other renowned painters, French tapestries, Italian sculptures, English furniture, medieval armor and set of bladed weapons, from the 16th to the 19th centuries. Inclusions: Transport Pick-up and drop-off available for selected hotels only. Guide Exclusions: Entrance fee Meal Drinks Gratuities Important Info: Visitation fees not included, discount for students, senior citizens (over 60 years) and teachers presenting supporting documents at the Museum's concierge;Bring a light jacket Hat, Sun cream Please wear comfortable shoes. Redeem Info: EVOUCHER - E-voucher. Show the voucher on your mobile device to enjoy the activity.
    Transfers to and from the airport + Olinda and Recife Antigo City Tours
    Day Trips, Guided Tours, History

    Transfers to and from the airport + Olinda and Recife Antigo City Tours

    After arrival at Recife International Airport, meet our team to board an air-conditioned vehicle to your hotel located in Boa Viagem, Pina or Piedade. On a pre-scheduled day, tour to Olinda, Historical and Cultural Heritage of Humanity by Unesco is a place to keep in your memory, surrounded by palm trees, tall coconut trees, Atlantic Forest and the sea as a backdrop. Enjoy visiting secular churches, such as the Monastery of São Bento, Rua do Amparo and its ateliers of artisans and plastic artists, Largo da Misericórdia and Alto da Sé, with its endless horizon belvederes. In Recife, visit the Recife Antigo neighborhood, where it all began, and disembark at Arsenal, the second most important square in the neighborhood. Take a walk nearby, visit the Pernambuco Embassy (optional), Rua do Bom Jesus, chosen by a North American magazine as the third most beautiful street in the world. You can visit the Embaixada dos Bonecos Gigantes (optional) and also the Kahal zurI Israel Synagogue (optional), the Centro de Artesanato de Pernambuco, with its extensive variety of works of arts produced by our master craftsmen. We will also see important streets of this charming neighborhood viewing its architecture and old buildings, knowing its rich history and ending with the beautiful Madre de Deus Church and the Paço Alfândega on the bank of the Capibaribe river. On a previously informed date and time, departure transfer to Recife International Airport. Important information – There may be restrictions The transfer time will depend on the flight time. The tour starts at 07:30am and ends at approximately 3:30pm. Duration 9 hours. Inclusions: Guide Departure airport transfer Arrival airport transfer Air-conditioned transportation Exclusions: Drinks Lunch Tickets Important Info: N/A Redeem Info: PRINTED - Printed Voucher. Print and bring the voucher to enjoy the activity.
    Olinda at sundown
    Guided Tours

    Olinda at sundown

    Surprises await us at the end of the afternoon in Olinda, the city Cultural Heritage of Humanity . The tour begins with a visit to the Eufrásio Barbosa Market , a building dating from the 17th and 18th centuries, which served as the first Customs House in Pernambuco , in the 60s as a factory for doce , and today a space dedicated to art and popular culture . Along the city's famous slopes and narrow streets, experience a quiet and picturesque atmosphere, its colorful houses , and centuries-old churches , such as the basilica and monastery of São Bento . An important baroque architectural complex of the order Beneditino do Brasil , the riverside market , and local artists' ateliers make up the scenery. In Quatro Cantos , the most important place of the famous carnival in Olinda, learn a little about the technique of bringing the giant puppets to life. As the sun begins to set, a landscape of vibrant colors is created over the horizon, highlighting even more the architectural beauty and vibrant cores of the facades of historic buildings, especially Praça da Sé , the highest part of the city. Thus ending the sunset in Olinda with a combination of stunning landscapes and a festive atmosphere is the sunset in Olinda. Free time in the historic part of the city to enjoy its nightlife.
    Full Day Porto de Galinhas Beach
    Day Trips, History

    Full Day Porto de Galinhas Beach

    The beautiful beach of Porto de Galinhas is the major tourist destination on the south coast, just 50 minutes from Recife and it always stands out in national and international media as one of the three most beautiful beaches in Brazil. Porto de Galinhas is a must for those who come to Pernambuco and you should not miss its attractive landscape of coconut palms and blue sea in an atmosphere of eternal celebration. And everything can be done here: diving in tidal pools, along with colorful fishes, sunbathing on a sun lounger savoring delicious seafood, making friends with people from all over the world, or walking around the charming village, full of bars, restaurants, and shops where there is no shortage of souvenirs or handicrafts. If you wish, you can opt for a buggy ride (not included) to the beauties of the Maracaípe, Pontal de Maracaipe, Cupe and Muro Alto beaches; a great tour to enjoy the charms of this place, which you will always remember. Inclusions: Pick-up and drop-off available for selected hotels only. Pick-up available from the meeting point. Guide Exclusions: Lunch Drinks Optional activities Important Info: Please bring a swimsuit, towel and biodegradable sunscreen. Redeem Info: EVOUCHER - E-voucher. Show the voucher on your mobile device to enjoy the activity.

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