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A tall, spiraling monument by a body of water with a clear sky. 2
A busy urban square with people walking, a playground, and historic buildings. 3
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Experience the Best of Recife and Olinda

By Gray Line Brazil
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Free cancellation available
Price is CHF 28 per adult
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 6h+
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup
  • Multiple languages

Overview

  • Tour of Recife & UNESCO-listed historic centre of Olinda
  • Casa da Cultura with craft stores & local delicacies
  • View of churches of Sé & Misericórdia in Olinda
  • Sao Bento Monastery & joyful revellers during Carnival
  • Praça da República near the Governor’s Palace in Recife

Activity location

    • Olinda, BRA

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Hotel Pickup
    • Recife, State of Pernambuco, Brazil

Multiple meeting/redemption points available, see location information for full list

Check availability

Shared Tour from Recife

  • Activity duration is 6 hours6h
    6h
  • Spanish
Language options: Spanish
Starting time: 08:00
Price details
CHF 24.40 x 1 AdultCHF 24.40
Paid at activityCHF 3.89
Total
Price is CHF 28.29
Until Sun, 16 Aug

Shared Tour from Porto de Galinhas

  • Activity duration is 10 hours10h
    10h
  • Spanish
Language options: Spanish
Starting time: 08:00
Price details
CHF 33.35 x 1 AdultCHF 33.35
Paid at activityCHF 3.89
Total
Price is CHF 37.24
Until Sun, 16 Aug

Private Tour from Recife

  • Activity duration is 7 hours7h
    7h
  • Opening hours: Mon 06:00-18:00
  • English

You will arrange your exact tour departure time directly with the local tour operator after booking.

Language options: English
Price details
CHF 191.13 x 1 AdultCHF 191.13
Paid at activityCHF 3.89
Total
Price is CHF 195.02
Until Sun, 16 Aug

Private Tour from Porto de Galinhas

  • Activity duration is 8 hours8h
    8h
  • Opening hours: Mon 06:00-18:00
  • English

You will arrange your exact tour departure time directly with the local tour operator after booking.

Language options: English
Price details
CHF 260.26 x 1 AdultCHF 260.26
Paid at activityCHF 20.33
Total
Price is CHF 280.59
Until Sun, 16 Aug
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What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    Guided tour of Recife and Olinda
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Return transport to and from your hotel in Porto Galinhas or Recife
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Food and drinks
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Admission fees

Know before you book

  • Children 2 and younger are complimentary.
  • Hotel pickup is available from most centrally located Porto Galinhas and Recife hotels. Please arrange pickup from your hotel or a nearby location when you call to confirm your reservation.
  • Bring spending money in local currency for personal expenses

What you can expect

This comprehensive tour offers an incredible opportunity to discover the vibrant cities of Recife and Olinda, combining the highlights of both in a single day.

We start with hotel pickups and a panoramic drive along Boa Viagem beach, one of Brazil's most famous urban shores. Next, at the Catamaran Space, you can enjoy an optional catamaran ride through Recife's “Brazilian Venice” (approx. 30 mins). You'll glide past beautiful sights and learn about the city's history, ending at Marco Zero Square. (Those skipping the catamaran will go directly to Marco Zero by bus.)

Historic Recife on Foot

From Marco Zero, we'll walk along Bom Jesus Street, home to the Kahal Zur Israel Synagogue, and the Olinda Giant Dolls Embassy (tickets not included) and Pernambuco Embassy (tickets not included), part of the Open Sky Museum. See impressive giant dolls and a short frevo dance presentation. (Each stop is about 20 mins; relax in the Navy Arsenal Square if you prefer.) Around 11:30 AM, we'll head for a delicious lunch with regional flavours (lunch not included).

Discover Olinda: UNESCO World Heritage

After an hour-long lunch break, we'll journey by bus to Olinda, a city recognised as a Natural and Cultural Heritage of Humanity by UNESCO. Upon arrival, we'll embark on a 50-minute walking tour to Alto da Sé, home to the Sé and Misericórdia Churches. From this vantage point, you'll be treated to the most breathtaking panoramic views of both Recife and Olinda. You'll also have time to browse the nearby craft market for unique souvenirs.

Culture and Crafts in Recife

Returning to Recife, we'll enjoy a panoramic tour of its three islands and landmarks like the Maurício de Nassau Bridge and Republic Square. Our final stop is a 40-minute visit to the Casa da Cultura. This beautiful former prison is now a vibrant centre for regional culture, featuring craft shops and local foods.

Finally, we'll return you to your hotels.

Location

Activity location

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    • Olinda, Brazil

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    Hotel Pickup
    • Recife, State of Pernambuco, Brazil
  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    Hotel Pickup
    • Porto de Galinhas, Pernambuco, Brazil