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Little Africa Guided Tour with Transfer
Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
4 hours
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What You Will Do
Admire the richness of the African heritage in Brazil. Visit the remains of an important part of Brazilian history.
Starting with hotel pickup, we head to a place called Little Africa. The Little Africa was the entrance point in Rio for several men, women and children coming from the African continent. It is a large zone that used to have a slave open market, stores, houses and graveyards. Walk through the alleys and pay attention to the remarks made by the tour guide. Learn Brazilian history by visiting each historical place. Most people get emotional during the tour. Be respectful and enjoy this rich cultural adventure.
At the end, we take you back to the hotel.
Starting with hotel pickup, we head to a place called Little Africa. The Little Africa was the entrance point in Rio for several men, women and children coming from the African continent. It is a large zone that used to have a slave open market, stores, houses and graveyards. Walk through the alleys and pay attention to the remarks made by the tour guide. Learn Brazilian history by visiting each historical place. Most people get emotional during the tour. Be respectful and enjoy this rich cultural adventure.
At the end, we take you back to the hotel.
What's Included?
- In-vehicle air conditioning
What's Not Included?
- Lunch
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Itinerary
Meeting Point
1
Cais do Valongo
1 hour
The Cais do Valongo is the former harbor. Stones used to build this harbor were carried by the same enslaved population that arrived here. The place got different names throughout history to accommodate the historical intentions of the powerful.
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Additional Information
This tour is independently operated by a third-party provider: Rio Carioca Tour Ltda.
Itineraries, descriptions, promotional content, and historic information are solely the responsibility of the tour operator and do not represent the views or positions of Marriott International, Inc.
Itineraries, descriptions, promotional content, and historic information are solely the responsibility of the tour operator and do not represent the views or positions of Marriott International, Inc.
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- We offer this tour twice a day: In the morning or in the afternooon.
- The tour itinerary may change its order, but the highlights remain.
- Non refundable in case of bad weather.
- ID or copy is mandatory - including children.
- Children under the age of 4 are free of charge and they must sit on their parent’s lap in the vehicle.
- Children must be accompanied by an adult.
- Maximum vehicle capacity: 19 people.
- Contact us 24hrs prior to departure to inform the hotel location and to confirm pickup time.
- Minimum of people to confirm the tour. Otherwise, the tour may be rescheduled.
- Comfortable shoes, sunglasses, sunscreen and hats are recommended for this tour.
- Pickup in Barra da Tijuca/ Recreio dos Bandeirantes for an additional price.
- Reduced mobility or Wheelchair must be informed in advance and it is subject to availability.
- Contact us to confirm the pickup time according to hotel location.
Guide Options
- Guide - German
- Guide - Portuguese
- Guide - English
- Guide - Italian
- Guide - French
- Guide - Spanish
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