3-Day Historical Tour from Rio to Minas Gerais' Gold Route
Discover the allure of Brazil's bygone era of gold and glory in this immersive 3-day journey, starting from in the city of Rio and venturing into the heart of Minas Gerais.
Experience the charm of colonial-era towns, São João Del Rei and Tiradentes, where 18th-century architecture and rich cultural history await at every turn. Enjoy a scenic steam locomotive ride connecting these enchanting towns, an experience that's akin to stepping back in time.
Journey further into the heartland to Ouro Preto, a UNESCO World Heritage site famous for its outstanding Baroque architecture, winding cobblestone streets, and remnants of the prolific gold rush era.
On the final day, we'll venture to the quaint town of Mariana. Despite its size, it brims with historical attractions, offering a snapshot of Brazil's golden past. Enjoy a delicious lunch here before going on the scenic journey to Rio.
Join us for this captivating journey, where each city unfolds a unique chapter of Brazil's golden history.
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3-Day Historical Tour from Rio to Minas Gerais' Gold Route
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What's included in 3-Day Historical Tour from Rio to Minas Gerais' Gold Route
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Day 1 | Day 1: Rio de Janeiro -> São João Del Rei -> Tiradentes
Centro Historico de Sao Joao Del Rei
Tiradentes Historic Center
Tiradentes Historic Center
Food and Drinks
Accommodation
Day 2 | Day 2: Tiradentes -> Ouro Preto
Centro Historico de Ouro Preto
Centro Historico de Ouro Preto
Centro Historico de Ouro Preto
Food and Drinks
Accommodation
Inclusions
- Professional bilingual private tour guide.
- 2 nights at a local inn in the cities of TIradentes and Ouro Preto.
- Tolls, vehicle, fuel, and parking fees during stops.
- Travel insurance for every tourist.
- All tours & entrances to attractions described in the program.
- VAT, all taxes, handling charges, and airport Greet & Meet service.
- Any address pick-up & drop-off are included like hotel and airport.
- Transport by fully-equipped vehicles.
- Meals and drinks.
- Personal expenses.
- Tips. (optional).
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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PICK-UP INFORMATION: • Wherever place you specify at the time of the booking. As it’s a private tour, you choose the best pick-up point that suits your needs as long as it's within the city of Rio de Janeiro limits. • We DO NOT do pick-ups in the countryside or too far from the city of Rio de Janeiro. - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - DROP-OFF INSTRUCTIONS: • Wherever place you specify at the time of the booking. As it’s a private tour, you choose the best drop-off point that suits your needs as long as it's within the city of Rio de Janeiro limits. • We DO NOT do drop-offs in the countryside or too far from the city of Rio. - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - AIRPORT / PORT ARRIVAL INSTRUCTIONS: • Once you have arrived at the airport or seaport there will be a member of our staff waiting for you at the arrivals area holding a clear sign with your name on it, they will then escort you to your waiting private vehicle. - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - HOTEL PICK-UP INSTRUCTIONS: • As soon as the tour guide arrives at your hotel, they get the front desk to call you in the room in case you are not at the lobby.
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AIRPORTS ARRIVAL INSTRUCTIONS Once you have arrived at the airport there will be a member of our staff (or guide) waiting for you at the arrivals area holding a clear sign with your name on it, they will then escort you to your waiting private vehicle. "For tours starting at the airport, please send us the flight info so that we can track it and be waiting for you at the right time and terminal." - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - HOTEL PICK-UP INSTRUCTIONS: As soon as the driver or tour guide arrives at your hotel, they get the front desk to call you in the room in case you are not at the lobby. - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - In the very unlikely situation that the client are not able to locate our driver, please call our emergency telephone number below. Contacts: • 55 (11) 21571629 • 55 (11) 9 9311-9144 • 55 (11) 9 4738-2606