Brazil Expedition: from Salvador de Bahia to Chapada Diamantina

8 days • 7 nights
Sat, 08 Nov 2025 Sat, 15 Nov 2025
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Brazil 8 days
Sat, 08 Nov 2025 Sat, 15 Nov 2025
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$1,458
Book your spot with a $104 deposit
Pay the outstanding balance of $ 1,354 by 09 Oct
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The deposit option is only available if you book this tour before 09 Oct.
Private room included when booking for 2
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FAQs – Frequently Asked Questions

Itinerary

day 1

Welcome to Brazil!

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Check-in: Our adventure begins in Salvador De Bahia
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Flights to/from Salvador are not included in the package, so you can decide where to leave from, at what time and with the airline you prefer... This is to give you maximum freedom of choice.

Check-in at the hotel in Salvador De Bahia and welcome meeting.

Our journey begins in Salvador and we are immediately overwhelmed by the festive atmosphere that can be felt in the streets of the city: to start off with a bang, we find a typical restaurant and eat some local specialties – here they are big on meat, so… picanha?

Included: overnight stay with breakfast

Not included: meals and drinks

day 2

Salvador de Bahia: where the heart of Brazil beats to the rhythm of tambor!

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Pillory & Food Tasting

We start the day with a journey through time, walking through the colorful streets of Pelourinho, the historic center of Salvador declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO. Here, among colonial houses and baroque churches, we will breathe in the entire Afro-Brazilian soul of the city. With a bit of luck, we will come across some capoeira groups performing spectacular acrobatics to the rhythm of the berimbau.

After feasting our eyes on so much beauty, it's time to treat our taste buds too! An irresistible food tasting awaits us: caressed by the tropical breeze, we will taste Bahian specialties such as acarajé, a kind of fried meatball made with beans and shrimp, served with a generous dose of dendê (palm oil) and vatapá. And then, why not, a small glass of cachaça to toast to life!

Freedom and Samba-Reggae

The afternoon is free, but not to sit around doing nothing! If we want to feel like real locals, we can throw ourselves into a percussion and samba-reggae lesson and let the music guide us. Here the rhythm is contagious, and even those with two left feet will end up going wild. If we prefer to relax, we can opt for a trip to the beach and enjoy the sunset with a caipirinha in hand. Difficult choices, we know!

Time to say goodbye to Salvador, but the adventure doesn't stop! After a quick dinner of moqueca (a mouth-watering fish stew), we board our night bus and get comfortable. Direction: Chapada Diamantina, a natural paradise of canyons, waterfalls and caves to explore. Who will be able to sleep from the excitement? Tomorrow, new wonders await us!

Included: Pelourinho tour with street food and night bus

Money Pot: percussion and samba-reggae lesson (optional), local transport, tickets and entrances

Not included: meals and drinks

day 3

Chapada Diamantina: Brazil's Hidden Gem

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Exploring the wonders of Chapada Diamantina
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At dawn, our night bus drops us off in Lençóis, and without wasting a moment we embark on an adventure through spectacular caves, crystal-clear waters and breathtaking views of the Chapada Diamantina.

We drive to Iraquara, the "capital of caves", and visit the majestic Lapa Doce, a natural rock cathedral. After a local lunch, we dive into the crystalline waters of the Blue Cave at Fazenda Pratinha, a corner of paradise where time seems to have stopped.

In the afternoon, we take the short 20-minute trek to the top of Morro do Pai Inácio. Here, the sunset colors the horizon with incredible shades, leaving us breathless in front of endless valleys and cliffs. With our hearts full of emotions and our minds already thinking of the next adventure, we return to Lençóis, ready to discover what tomorrow has in store for us.

Included: overnight stay with breakfast

Money Pot: Optional excursion to Iraquara including transportation, local assistance, entrance fees and lunch

Not included: meals and drinks where not indicated

day 4

Chapada Diamantina: Blue Well and Enchanted Well

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The underground pools of Chapada
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Today we wake up with a single mission: to explore two of the most incredible places in Chapada Diamantina. After a quick breakfast (no binge eating, we have to swim!), we jump on our transport and head towards Poço Encantado. Once we arrive at our destination, we find ourselves in front of a cave that seems to have come straight out of a fantasy film: the water is so transparent that we can see the bottom at almost 60 meters deep, as if it were suspended in nothingness. And if we get the timing right, a ray of sunlight enters the cave and illuminates the water with such an absurd blue that it seems like we are on Pandora – yes, like Avatar!

After filling our phones with amazing photos, we set off again towards Poço Azul. Here we don't just watch: we dive! Mask and snorkel in hand, we float in the crystalline waters of this natural underground pool. The sensation? A perfect mix of absolute peace and pure amazement. After the mystical dive, it's time to refuel with a local snack (because the emotion on an empty stomach doesn't pay off). Then, satisfied and with a few drops of water still in our hair, we head back towards Lencóis, carrying with us the memories of a truly magical day. And now? A shower, an ice-cold beer and a toast to the Chapada!

Included: overnight stay with breakfast

Money Pot: Optional excursion to Poço Azul and Poço Encantado including transportation and local assistance (does not include entrance fees and lunch)

Not included: meals and drinks

day 5

Heading to Praia do Forte, the pearl of the Bahian Coast

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A long journey to the sea of Praia do Forte

The alarm goes off early today – we know, it’s not the best, but we have a good reason to do so: the sea awaits us! Backpack on, travel playlist ready and off we go for a long transfer to Praia do Forte. The journey may seem endless, but hey, who ever said that road trips aren’t part of the adventure? Windows down, tropical breeze and the constant thought of diving into crystal clear waters: time will fly!

Arriving at Praia do Forte, we are greeted by an atmosphere that smells of salt and freedom. This former fishing village is now one of the most beautiful pearls of the Bahian coast, with its postcard beaches, palm trees that seem to sway to the rhythm of bossa nova and the ocean that calls us loudly. The sand is golden, the sea is a hypnotic blue and the desire to dive in is instantaneous. After the long transfer, we can choose how to enjoy the afternoon. Those who want to relax can just put down their towel and not move until sunset, perhaps with a caipirinha in hand. Those who feel the call of adventure can snorkel in the natural pools formed by the coral reef or visit the Projeto Tamar, the marine turtle conservation center.

At the end of the day, the sun setting over the ocean gives us an unforgettable show, painting the sky with shades of pink and orange. The evening lights up with live music from the beach clubs: between a cold beer and a bit of improvised samba, we immerse ourselves completely in the overwhelming rhythm of Brazil. And tomorrow? Let's not think about it now: let's enjoy the moment!

Included: Overnight stay with breakfast and transfer from Lencois to Praia do Forte

Money Pot: Optional excursions to Praia do Forte

Not included: meals and drinks

day 6

Slow pace at Praia Do Forte

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One program: total relaxation
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Finally, a day without an alarm clock! Or rather, the alarm rings, but we can ignore it and allow ourselves the luxury of turning away. Today, time passes slowly, there is only one plan: total relaxation. And Praia do Forte is the perfect place to do it. We get up calmly and choose the pace of the day, because here everything is possible: some choose to lie down on the golden sand and be lulled by the sound of the waves, perhaps sipping a coconut water while the sun warms their skin. If the desire for movement takes over, the ocean offers spectacular natural pools, perfect for snorkeling among tropical fish or for a bit of stand-up paddle boarding on the crystalline waters.

After a morning like this, it's time to think about food. In Praia do Forte, the choice is easy and irresistible: a moqueca baiana, a fish stew slowly cooked with coconut milk and dendê oil, or a plate of acarajé , crispy bean fritters stuffed with shrimp and spicy sauce. Whatever the choice, every bite has the intense flavor of Brazil. The day slips away between chatter and moments of pure relaxation, until the sun begins to set and the golden light envelops everything. And the evening? Here, everyone chooses the perfect ending to their day: there are those who let themselves be carried away by the engaging rhythm of the forró, dancing until late at night, and those who prefer to enjoy the silence under a starry sky, swinging gently in a hammock. In Praia do Forte, there are no rules, only the pleasure of living in the moment.

Included: overnight stay with breakfast

Money Pot: Optional excursions to Praia do Forte

Not included: meals and drinks

day 7

Last day in Salvador: it ends with a bang!

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Between shopping and a night that promises sparks
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The day begins calmly. No loud alarm clock, no racing against time: today the focus word is “tranquility”. We treat ourselves to a leisurely breakfast – perhaps with a sweet tapioca and a good Brazilian coffee – and enjoy the vibrant atmosphere of Praia do Forte before setting off towards Salvador, the city where it all began.

After regaining our strength, we are ready to lose ourselves in the colorful streets of Pelourinho. The afternoon is free: we can dedicate ourselves to souvenir shopping (caipirinha kit, anyone?), a walk among the baroque churches and colonial houses or, why not, a last dip in the ocean waters.

But the real magic comes when the sun goes down: we all meet for a dinner together, a last chance to toast this adventure with a mouth-watering moqueca. And then? Then we dance! Because a night in Salvador is not just any night: between ao vivo music, samba and maybe a little axé, we say goodbye to Brazil in the most authentic way possible – with full hearts and feet that never stop moving.

Included: Overnight stay with breakfast and transfer from Praia do Forte to Salvador

Money Pot: Tickets and admissions

Not included: meals and drinks

day 8

Goodbye Brazil!

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Check-out and goodbyes

It's time to get back to real life, but with a little more life experience. See you on the next trip with WeRoad!

Not included: airport transfers, meals and drinks

End of services. The itinerary may undergo some variations that differ from what is stated above. These variations may not be predictable nor depend on WeRoad’s will, i.e. climate conditions, national holidays, strikes, etc.

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The travel coordinators

Our travel coordinators are chosen because they are people like you. Not only are they the best travel buddy you could hope for, but they're trained professionals guaranteed to show you a travel experience like never before

FAQs – Frequently Asked Questions

Is the flight included?

Round-trip flights are not included in any of our trips because we like to give you autonomy and flexibility: you can choose the airline you want to fly with, the departure airport that suits you best, and how many and which stops you want to make.

Since flights are not included, you also have more flexibility with your travel dates: if possible, you can arrive at your destination a few days earlier or return home a bit later – or even continue independently to a nearby destination!

What is the Money Pot and how does it work?

This is the question of all questions, and here’s the answer, broken down into points!

The Money Pot is a common fund collected in local currency from all tour participants and managed by your Travel Coordinator. 

It is used to streamline paymentsfor extra activities, goods and services that the whole group decides to do and to guarantee flexibility in choosing activities and excursions at the destination in line with the mood of the group. 

It is typically collected on the first day of the trip in local currency, although at times, the Travel Coordinator may ask for it to be paid before departure.

You’ll find the amount of the money pot on the website under the section ‘What’s included in the money pot’ – how do you get there? Look for ‘What’s included’, scroll down to ‘Money pot? Click here’, and you’ll find the details.

The amount varies depending on the destination chosen.

It is used exclusively for group expenses that ALL participants decide to take part in.

It is estimated based on the experiences of other groups but can vary depending on the needs of the group itself. As such, the Travel Coordinator may need to increase the amount during the trip.

If not all of the money pot is used, the difference will be returned to all participants at the end of the trip in equal amounts.

The Money Pot also covers the Travel Coordinator’s share of the activities included in the money pot, except for those activities that are free for the Travel Coordinator.

If you pay in advance part of the money pot before the trip for certain non-refundable optional activities, unfortunately, the amount cannot be refunded in case of trip cancellation.

Which are the accepted payment methods?

We offer several payment methods to meet all needs:

1. Credit or debit card from Visa, Mastercard, or American Express.

2. Installment payments for certain countries only

If you choose the deposit and balance option, you can pay the balance from your MyWeRoad Personal Area via bank transfer.

Can I cancel or modify my booking?

Anyone who books a WeRoad trip has the option to cancel or modify the trip – including both the dates and the destination – free of charge up to 31 days before departure. In case of cancellation, you will receive a 100% refund of the WeRoad trip price. (Deposits will be refunded in the form of a gift card valid for 365 days from issue date.) If you make a change, a price adjustment will be applied to the new trip chosen – meaning, if the new trip is cheaper, we will refund the difference; if it’s more expensive, you will need to pay the difference.

If you’ve purchased the Flexible Cancellation Option (which you can add in the first step of the booking process), you can request a cancellation or trip change until 8 days before departure. In case of cancellation, you’ll receive a 100% refund of the WeRoad trip price, minus the cost of the Flexible Cancellation option. Deposits will be refunded in the form of a gift card valid for 365 days from issue date.

You can do it directly from your personal MyWeRoad account!
 
Within your booking you will find the "Change Your Trip" section at the bottom right, just underneath your booking details. You will be able to select a different date for the same trip, or a different trip entirely. Whether you are able to change the trip depends on the cancellation terms of your booking. For your original booking if you selected the Private Room, Flexible Cancellation or entered any discount code, gift card or voucher, before confirming the change we will let you know if anything isn't applicable to the new trip and you can decide whether to proceed or not. If you have any issues please do get in touch with the WeRoad team and we'll be able to help. 
 
It's not possible to move to a 'sold out' trip and with any trips that are 'on request' we will need to check availability with our local partners so please do get in touch if you want to move to an 'on request' trip. Please bear in mind that if the trip has the 'final spots' status, there may be no places left in either the male or female room.

How to request a cancellation or change to your trip? Send us an email at [email protected] or a WhatsApp on +447716573700. Please share the booking reference for the trip you want to cancel or change, and, in case of a change, the new trip you would like to join.

What type of accommodation should I expect on your trips?

In general, we always choose local accommodations, avoiding large hotel chains, because we love to experience the culture of the place and, whenever possible, contribute to the local economy. Typically, our accommodations are hotels, apartments, guesthouses, and hostels run by local entrepreneurs, with the same standard maintained across all trips in the same destination.

For our Collection trips, which are our premium category, the accommodations are always 4 or 5-star or carefully selected boutique hotels.

The list of accommodations for your trip will be shared with you by your Travel Coordinator between 5 and 3 days before departure, along with other useful details for your adventure!

Why do we have the Money Pot on all WeRoad trips?

If you're wondering why WeRoad trips have a money pot, we’re assuming you already know what it is. If not, or if you have any doubts, we invite you to read all the information here!

Let’s quickly recap: The Money Pot is a common fund collected in local currency from all tour participants and managed by your Travel Coordinator. It’s used to speed up payments for extra activities, goods and services that the whole group decides to do and to guarantee flexibility in choosing activities and excursions at the destination in line with the mood of the group. 

But let’s get to the point: why the money pot? First of all: it gives us a lot of flexibility. In all WeRoad trips you will have a bunch of Must See/Must Do activities already included - these are experiences, places or activities that simply cannot be missed! Any extra activities is decided by the group, why? Because each group is unique and may have particular wants or desires and the Money Pot allows each group to customise their trip to make it perfect for their requirements! 

It also helps us speed up paymentsimagine being in the subway in New York City, one by one purchasing the ticket...a nightmare right? Thanks to the Money Pot, the Travel Coordinator can simply purchase the tickets for everyone making the entire processes smoother! Any leftover money will be returned at the end of the trip and split equally amongst all participants.

In some destinations, buying goods or services on site is more economical as you are able to negotiate the price - places like Morocco, or South East Asia, bargaining is part of the culture. As such, our Travel Coordinators will be able to secure the best deal for all participants. 

The amount of the money pot is specified in each trip – look for this button

which will take you to a detailed breakdown for each trip, like this:

How can I find the flight details of my travel buddies?

WeRoad is not authorised to provide this information due to privacy reasons.

However, there is a solution - you can connect with your travel buddies by joining our Facebook group. Look for a post related to your trip, or ask the group admins for help in connecting with your future travel companions!

If a Travel Coordinator has already been assigned to the trip you're interested in, you can easily find their introduction post in the group via the website: in the tour list, click on 'Ask the coordinator', or in the trip details page, in the coordinator section, click on 'Ask [coordinator's name] for information on this trip in our Facebook group'. For both cases, see the screenshots below!

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What's the average size and age of a WeRoad group?

In all our groups, the Travel Coordinator and participants speak English – knowing how to speak and understand English is therefore a fundamental requirement to participate in our trips.

On average the groups are made up of 6-15 people, with a minimum of 3/4 participants and a maximum of 15.

All our travellers are in theirs 20s, 30s and 40s. If you're very curios to know the age range of the group for a tour you're interested in, you can contact us by WhatsApp at +447716573700

Regarding the male-female ratio, this is not guaranteed and varies trip by trip.  

Can I see who’s in the group before I book the trip?

Yes! If you're curious, you can take a sneak peek at the group before booking – although, in our opinion, that kind of spoils the surprise! You’ll find the info in the ‘Group’ section for each trip on the departures page, showing how many WeRoaders have already booked. Click the little arrow and you’ll even see their gender and ages – but hey, that’s exclusive info, so we’ll ask you to log in or sign up to see that!

You can spot this info in the screenshots below:
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Will I share the room?

Yes, in all our trips you will share a room with other same-sex travellers, and the bathroom will either be private or shared only with fellow participants of the trip. The rooms we select can be doubles, triples, quadruples, or multi-bed (up to 8 people in exceptional cases), depending on the destination and availability.

There are never dorms with people outside the WeRoad group, except in certain cases for local experiences, which are specifically mentioned in the itinerary or communicated before booking. These typically involve specific nights in unique accommodations like tents, homestays, or camping, offering a more adventurous travel experience in exchange for some comfort.

During the booking process, you can also choose to opt for a mixed room: in this case, if needed, only those who have agreed to this option may share a room with travellers of a different sex. If you are booking for multiple people together and select this option, the room will not be exclusive to your group but may be shared with other travellers in the group.

Who is and what does the Travel Coordinator do?

The WeRoad Travel Coordinator is an experienced and skilled traveller and will be the perfect companion for your trip. They will be available for any eventuality and will manage all the logistical aspects of the itinerary (transports, timings, accommodations, meeting points, etc.), so you can enjoy the trip without any worries!

You will have the chance to get to know them when the WhatsApp group is created approximately 2 weeks before departure - this will be the moment to ask any pre-departure questions and get to know the rest of the group! If the trip you are interested in already has a Travel Coordinator assigned, you can contact them before booking – their details will be specified in the schedule or on the trip page, or you can search for their name here. After booking, you will find their contact details in your Personal Area, under ‘Bookings and Trips’ > ‘Your Upcoming Trips’ > ‘Trip Details’.

How can I be part of the community?

When you set off on a WeRoad trip, you’re officially a WeRoader – and as we often say, 'Once a WeRoader, always a WeRoader'. This means that once you’re part of the community, a little piece of WeRoad will always stay with you, even if you no longer travel with us.

But you’re not just a WeRoader during your trips, far from it! The community is alive and active all year round: you can stay in touch by following and interacting on our social media channels, like the Facebook group or the Instagram profile. We can also meet up for a dinner or a trek together at one of the events organised by our coordinators around the world!