City of Cachoeira: A Day in the Farmland
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£174
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7h 0 mins · 5.0 (1)
Cachoeira is the ideal place to learn about the history of our ancestors who were enslaved. It is a wonderful place, full of charm, magic and lots of beauty. In the month of August, hundreds of Afro-Americans come to Bahia just to experience the festivities of the Brotherhood of Our Lady of Good Death
Free cancellation
Private tour
Pickup included
What's included
- LUNCH
- AIR_CONDITIONED_VEHICLE
What's not included
- alcohoolic beverages
Itinerary
- This is one the great moments of our tour. here we will have the opportunity to talk with some of the member of the organization. As in Salvador, Candomblé plays an integral part in the life of the town, epitomized by the Sisterhood of the Boa Morte (Good Death), an abolitionist society of women. To commemorate the “good death,” descendants of the Sisterhood travel to Cachoeira each August for a three-day festival and ceremony that has been conducted for over 250 years that symbolizes a passage from the material to the spiritual world. (45 min) Admission included
- After our delicious lunch we cross to the western bank of the slow moving river and visit the Danemann Cultural Center where we can also see world class cigars being expertly rolled. (45 min) Admission included
- Before we head to the city of Cachoeira, travellers will have the opportunity to swim at a beautiful water fall in Santo Amaro. (1h 0min) Admission included
- We go up the hill to have lunch at a wonderful and beautiful Farm, named Santa Cruz. If its not open, the lunch will be served at a Convent, named Carmo convent.
Practical information
- Operated by
- OLAFEMI TOURS
- Travellers per booking
- 1–15
- Languages
- de, pt, en, it, fr, es
- Confirmation
- INSTANT
Cancellation policy
Free cancellation available.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Important notes
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- There is a infant seat if requested when purchasing the tour
- The transportation and lunch are included on the total duration of the tour.
Frequently asked questions
This tour lasts approximately 7 hours. Allow a little extra time at either end if you need to transfer between the ship and the excursion meeting point.
The excursion price typically covers transport, a qualified guide, and the activities listed in the description above. Meals, gratuities, personal shopping, and any entrance fees not mentioned in the description are usually paid separately on the day.
Age and fitness guidance for this excursion is not specified in the data we hold. The tour description above is the best guide — if you have any specific concerns, contact your cruise line's excursion desk before departing the ship.