Olinda and Recife Guided City Tour with Hotel Transfers

Recife and Olinda City Tour

Tour to Praia De Carneiros

Recife Custom Private Walking Tour with A Guide

Explore the city with an Official Tourist Guide. Experience an authentic journey by exploring the city alongside a tour guide , a local resident who will showcase the destination&#39;s main attractions from a genuine perspective, full of stories. The tour is private and customizable , allowing the itinerary to be adjusted according to your interests, pace, and contracted time for up to 5 people . You can choose the tour duration at the time of booking. 4h, 6h or 8h Flexible and tailor-made itinerary Below are some suggestions for attractions and experiences that can be included in the tour. The selection and time dedicated to each point will be defined in a balanced way, respecting the chosen duration , without the obligation to visit all the listed locations: A walking tour through the Historic Center of Recife. Old Recife Neighborhood Ground Zero Bom Jesus Street Paço do Frevo (external or internal visit, according to interest) Cais do Sertão (external or internal visit, according to interest) Maurício de Nassau Bridge and historical bridges Santo Antônio and São José neighborhoods São José Market Tips on gastronomy, shopping and local experiences. Customized planning After booking, your tour guide will contact you up to 48 hours before the tour to understand your interests and create a personalized itinerary tailored to your booking time and preferences.

Recife - Private Tour with Official Portuguese-Speaking Guide

In Olinda, a city declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 1982, we will have an unforgettable visit. Surrounded by palm trees, tall coconut trees, the Atlantic Forest, and with the sea in the background, we will cherish the memory of its centuries-old churches, such as the Monastery of São Bento, an important part of our itinerary. We will stroll along Rua do Amparo, with its studios of renowned visual artists, and through Largo da Misericórdia. At the highest point in the city, Alto da Sé, we will enjoy viewpoints with endless vistas. Next, in Recife, we will explore the Recife Antigo neighborhood, where the city began. We will disembark at Arsenal, the second most important square in the neighborhood. We can visit the Pernambuco Embassy (optional) to learn more about the rich and diverse culture of the Pernambuco carnival. We will stroll along Rua do Bom Jesus and find the Giant Puppet Embassy (optional), where the famous puppets that animate the Pernambuco carnival are located, and, for those who wish, the Kahal Zur Israel Synagogue, the first in the Americas. We will continue to Praça do Rio Branco, better known as Praça do Marco Zero, where we will appreciate the beautiful architectural ensemble of the square and have a panoramic view of the Francisco Brennand Sculpture Park, a true open-air museum. We will also visit the Pernambuco Handicraft Center, with its extensive variety of works produced by master artisans of the state. The tour includes a pleasant walk through the important streets of this charming neighborhood, where we will see the architecture and old buildings, learning about the rich local history, including the beautiful Madre de Deus Church, located on the banks of the Capibaribe River.

City tour in Olinda and Old Recife.

Let&#39;s explore the modern and old parts of Recife, passing by the José Estelita Wharf, integrated into the Pina Basin, and the historic Five Points Fort, built in 1630. In Praça da República, we find an important architectural ensemble, including the imposing Palace of Justice, the Campo das Princesas Palace, and the Santa Isabel Theatre, each with its own unique architectural style. Just a few meters away, we visited the Golden Chapel of the Third Order of Saint Francis, a jewel of the Baroque-Rococo style, an artistic movement of the 18th century. We continued towards the House of Culture, where a wide variety of Northeastern handicrafts awaited us. Nearby, we visited the Recife Central Station, dating from 1888, which houses the Train Museum, the first railway museum in Brazil. Along the way, we admired the Old Bridge and Rua da Aurora, creating a beautiful scene of old Recife. The itinerary also includes a scenic drive through the charming neighborhoods of Casa Forte and Poço da Panela, until we reach the Ricardo Brennand Institute, better known as Brennand Castle. We will be amazed by the beauty of this place, voted the best museum in South America by Traveller&#39;s Choice. Its extensive gardens are filled with valuable sculptures, and the castle itself is a medieval replica, with a permanent collection of works by Frans Post, Jean Baptiste Debret, Facchinetti, Eliseu Visconti, and other renowned artists. We also admired French tapestries, Italian sculptures, English furniture, medieval armor, and a collection of edged weapons from the 16th to the 19th centuries, immersing ourselves in the art, culture, and history of this enchanting city.

City tour in Recife with a visit to Brennand Castle.

One of the country&#39;s most fascinating destinations is the small town of Maragogi, located in northern Alagoas. A popular tourist destination, Maragogi enchants with its paradisiacal beaches, lined with expansive coconut groves, and crystal-clear, warm, and calm waters. The city is part of the Coral Coast, Brazil&#39;s largest marine environmental protection area. Maragogi, known as the Brazilian Caribbean, is our destination! We&#39;ll arrive at Burgalhau Beach, where we&#39;ll find a base with excellent facilities to enjoy the natural beauty of this paradise. There, we&#39;ll have several activities to enjoy throughout the day, including relaxing on the beach and enjoying the tropical scenery, with its blue sky and sea.

Day tour in Maragogi

One of the most fascinating destinations in the country is the small town of Maragogi, located in northern Alagoas. A popular tourist destination, Maragogi enchants visitors with its paradisiacal beaches, full of extensive coconut groves and a sea of ​​crystal-clear, warm, and calm waters. The city is part of the Coral Coast, the largest marine environmental protection area in Brazil. Maragogi, known as the Brazilian Caribbean, is our destination! We&#39;ll arrive at Burgalhau beach, where we&#39;ll have a base with excellent facilities to enjoy the natural beauty of this paradise. There are various activities to enjoy during the day, and we&#39;ll start with a catamaran tour along the coast. This tour, which is independent of the tides, takes us along the beautiful beaches of Alagoas, where we can appreciate the tropical landscape with the sky and sea in shades of blue. We will stop at a sandbar, with free time for a refreshing swim. Tranquility and fun are guaranteed! If we prefer, we also have the option of visiting the Galés, coral reefs located 6 km from the coast, an environmental preservation area. This tour depends on the tide and requires prior consultation due to access restrictions.

Day tour in Maragogi with a catamaran ride.

This Combo includes: Round-trip transfer from Recife airport to hotels in Porto de Galinhas + Day Tour in Maragogi with Catamaran Ride. Maragogi, in northern Alagoas, is a fascinating destination known as the &quot;Brazilian Caribbean&quot;! On this tour, we&#39;ll arrive at Burgalhau Beach, where we&#39;ll have a base with excellent facilities to enjoy the natural beauty of this paradise. There are several activities to enjoy the day, and we&#39;ll begin with a catamaran ride along the coast. This tour, which doesn&#39;t depend on the tide table, takes us along the beautiful beaches of Alagoas, where we can enjoy the tropical landscape with the sky and sea in shades of blue. We&#39;ll stop at a sandbar, with free time for a refreshing dip. Tranquility and excitement are guaranteed! If you prefer, you can also visit the Galés, coral reefs located 6 km offshore, an environmentally protected area. This tour depends on the tide chart and requires prior consultation due to access restrictions.

Combo: Transfer (ROUND TRIP) from Recife airport to hotels in Porto de Galinhas + Day Tour in Maragogi with Catamaran Ride

Recife

Recife & Olinda Highlights

Private transfer from Recife airport to Port de Galinhas

Shared transport from Recife to Porto de Galinhas

Private Transfer from Recife Airport to Porto de Galinhas

Private Transfer from Recife to Maragogi 01 to 06 Pax by Geotur Receptives

Private Transport from Recife to Maragogi

Round-trip transfer from Recife Airport to hotels in Porto de Galinhas.

Round-trip transfer from Recife Airport to hotels in Porto de Galinhas.

Transfer (one way or return) from Recife Airport to hotels in Porto de Galinhas.

We will arrive in Porto de Galinhas at the support point, with facilities to spend pleasant hours by the sea. There is much to do here: snorkel in the natural pools, accompanied by colorful little fish, enjoy the sun on a deck chair, savor delicious seafood, make friends with people from all over the world, or stroll through the charming village full of bars, restaurants, and shops with souvenirs and handcrafted items. During the day, we can explore the region by buggy (optional), passing by the beautiful beaches of Maracaípe, Pontal de Maracaípe, Cupe, and Muro Alto. This tour is ideal for enjoying the enchanting surroundings. We can&#39;t miss the unmissable raft trip, a typical boat from the Northeast of Brazil, which takes us to the natural pools, depending on the day&#39;s tide chart.

Day trip to Porto de Galinhas

Round-trip transfer from Recife Airport to hotels in Recife.

Round-trip transfer from Recife Airport to hotels in Recife.

Round-trip transfer from Recife Airport to hotels in Maragogi.

Round-trip transfer from Recife Airport to hotels in Maragogi.

Transfer from hotels in Porto de Galinhas to Boa Viagem, Piedade and Pina.

Transfer from hotels in Porto de Galinhas to Boa Viagem, Piedade and Pina.

The enchanting Praia dos Carneiros is a true spectacle on the southern coast of Pernambuco. With coconut palms nestled among the white sand, natural pools formed by reefs and sandbanks, and in the background the estuary of the Formoso River with its mangroves, this unique setting creates an unparalleled palette of colors, worthy of a tropical pearl. At Praia dos Carneiros, we&#39;ll arrive at a beachfront support point with excellent facilities to enjoy the day and the beauty of this enchanting destination. We&#39;ll have time to relax and enjoy the clear, warm waters of the beach, as well as have fun with a mud (clay) bath on the banks of the Formoso River—they say it&#39;s rejuvenating! How about we find out together? We will conclude the tour with a stop at the famous 18th-century Chapel of São Benedito, a true postcard-worthy spot. Afterwards, we will return to the base where we will have free time for lunch (optional) and to enjoy this paradise.

Day trip to Carneiros Beach

Just a few kilometers from Recife, the beaches of Cabo de Santo Agostinho enchant with their natural beauty. This destination is full of ruins of old forts, historic villages, pristine vegetation, viewpoints perched on rocky cliffs, and a sea of ​​crystal-clear, warm, and deep waters, making it one of the most beautiful places in Pernambuco. Prepare to be amazed by the beaches of Cabo de Santo Agostinho! With preserved vegetation, viewpoints overlooking cliffs, and warm, transparent waters, the location is perfect for both diving and relaxing by the sea. The destination also offers delicious cuisine with seafood dishes. For those seeking adventure, there are buggy or speedboat tours (optional). This tour is an excellent way to discover the main attractions of the region. We will pass by the beaches of Paraíso, Calhetas, Gaibu, Enseada dos Corais and Pedra do Xaréu, and we will make a stop in the village of Nazaré. We will finish with a lunch break (optional) at Suape Beach.

Day trip to Suape Beach 

Located on the southern coast of Pernambuco, between the beaches of Porto de Galinhas and Carneiros, Santo Aleixo Island is of volcanic origin, with only 38 hectares of pure beauty. Because it is privately owned with limited visitation, the island preserves its unspoiled nature, beautiful beaches, and environmental protection. It is also known as Horseshoe Beach, due to its characteristic shape. Santo Aleixo Island is a gem that should be enjoyed at a leisurely pace to make the trip truly unforgettable. The crossing takes only fifteen minutes by speedboat, departing from Sirinhaém. Upon disembarking, we are greeted by an enchanting scenery of golden sands and crystal-clear, calm waters with a greenish hue. Upon arrival, we took a trail accessible to all ages, accompanied by a local guide who led us to the other side of the island. There, we found a complete setup with chairs and umbrellas, as well as drinks and snacks typical of the region.

Santo Aleixo Island accessible by speedboat

Hotel transfers from Recife to Porto de Galinhas or transfers from Porto de Galinhas to Recife Airport.

Walking Tours a Recife