Salvador da Bahia (サルバドール・ダ・バイーア)

        A panoramic 90 minutes scenic transfer with a chance to admire the beautiful ocean views of the Atlantic side and reach Praia do Forte, a famous, interesting and charming fisherman village, full of restaurants and local shops that become a must visit beach in the Brazilian coast. The tour includes free time at the beach and a visit to the "Tamar Project", the Brazilian maritime complex for the sea turtle preservation. During the visit, there will be time for souvenirs.

Remarks: The transfer from Salvador to Praia do Forte may take up to 90 minutes. The itinerary and venues visited in this excursion may be altered in calls during the Brazilian Carnival period, please consult the Shore Excursion office once onboard. This excursion is not available for MSC Opera November 25^th; MSC Armonia November 13^th and April 25^th; MSC Orchestra February 20^th and MSC Musica February 21^st.

料金(お1人様) $69.00 大人 $48.00 小人

   

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      This excursion will take you through the most interesting historic and cultural places of Salvador. Departing from the port in a motor coach we will make a stop at "Farol da Barra", the first military construction of Salvador and known as the city's postal card. It includes a walking tour through the historic part of the city, starting with the "Praça da Se" and the "Municipal Square" overlooking the "Todos os Santos bay". The tour also includes an inside view of the "Igreja da Ordem Terceira de São Francisco", built in the XVII century and with a marvellous stone façade recalling the Spanish baroque style and one of the most important churches in Bahia state. We will continue the walking tour until reaching Jorge Amado Foundation for an outside visit.  After the Pelourinho the tour will proceed to the lower part of town to visit the "Mercado Modelo" the famous handcraft shop before returning to the pier.

Remarks: We advise guests to wear hats and comfortable shoes. This tour includes long walking on uneven path and steps.  This tour is not suitable for guests with physical challenges and strollers. The itinerary and venues visited in this excursion may be altered in calls during the Brazilian Carnival period, please consult the Shore Excursion office once onboard. This excursion is not available for MSC Orchestra February 20^th and MSC Musica February 21^st.

料金(お1人様) $40.00 大人 $28.00 小人

   

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      The city was founded in front of the bay of "Todos os Santos" and developed around it. Departing from the port we will head towards the traditional Bonfim region to visit the famous "Nosso Senhor do Bonfim Church" and its sacred steps. After the visit we will continue our panoramic drive passing by the downtown area and the historic market of Campo Grande before arriving in the "Cidade Alta" and the "Ondina Circuit" where the famous carnival of Salvador is celebrated for a photo stop of the "Farol da Barra" with its amazing view overlooking the city of Salvador. Before returning to the port we will have some free time at the "Mercado Modelo" the most famous handcraft market in Salvador.

Remarks: The Bonfim church is not wheelchair accessible. The itinerary and venues visited in this excursion may be altered in calls during the Brazilian Carnival period, please consult the Shore Excursion office once onboard. This excursion is not available for MSC Orchestra February 20^th and MSC Musica February 21^st.

料金(お1人様) $40.00 大人 $28.00 小人

   

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        A panoramic transfer to the famous Praia do Forte located 80 km from Salvador on the northern seaside. Enjoy free time on the beach to relax in the sun or to stroll in town. At a fixed time your tour guide will meet with you to take you back to Salvador.

Remarks: The transfer from Salvador to Praia do Forte takes may take up to 90 minutes. The itinerary and venues visited in this excursion may be altered in calls during the Brazilian Carnival period, please consult the Shore Excursion office once onboard. This excursion is not available for MSC Opera November 25^th and MSC Armonia November 13^th and April 25^th. MSC Orchestra February 20^th and MSC Musica February 21^st.

料金(お1人様) $48.00 大人 $34.00 小人

   

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      In this combination tour (SAL04 and SAL05) you will see all that Salvador has to offer; Bonfim Church the historic district of Pelourinho, the Farol da Barra and some free time for souvenir shopping at the Mercado Modelo.

Remarks: We advise guests to wear hats and comfortable shoes. This tour includes long walking on uneven path and steps.  This tour is not suitable for guests with physical challenges. The Bonfim church is not wheelchair accessible. Lunch is not included in the excursion. In calls where the length in port is 6 hours, this excursion will be offered with the duration of 5 hours and the visit to Pelourinho will last 1 ½ hours instead of 2hours and the free time in the Mercado Modelo will be 30 minutes. The itinerary and venues visited in this excursion may be altered in calls during the Brazilian Carnival period, please consult the Shore Excursion office once onboard. This excursion is not available for MSC Opera November 25^th and MSC Armonia November 13^th and April 25^th; MSC Orchestra February 20^th and MSC Musica February 21^st.

料金(お1人様) $45.00 大人 $32.00 小人

   

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      Disembark in the port and have a van with a professional driver waiting for you and your family. Create your own tour and enjoy your day with a vehicle at your disposal. Service is available with a tour guide if requested.


Note: Vehicle, driver and gasoline included up to 150kms, it does not include tickets to any touristy attraction or lunch. The advertised price for this service is per vehicle. This service is available only with a Portuguese speaking Driver and an English or Portuguese speaking Tour guide. BRSAL13 and BRSAL15 are not available for the following calls; MSC Armonia November 13^th 2011 and April 25^th 2012; MSC Opera November 25^th 2011 and April 19^th 2012. On calls where the length of the call is superior to 6hours, the BRSAL14 and BRSAL16 will be offered for the length of the call for the same value as 8hours. None of these services are available on the carnival calls for the MSC Orchestra February 20^th and MSC Musica February 21^st.

料金(お1人様) $390.00 大人  (Not available) 小人

   

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      Disembark in the port and have a van with a professional driver waiting for you and your family. Create your own tour and enjoy your day with a vehicle at your disposal. Service is available with a tour guide if requested.
 
 Note: Vehicle, driver and gasoline included up to 150kms, it does not include tickets to any touristy attraction or lunch. The advertised price for this service is per vehicle. This service is available only with a Portuguese speaking Driver and an English or Portuguese speaking Tour guide. BRSAL13 and BRSAL15 are not available for the following calls; MSC Armonia November 13^th 2011 and April 25^th 2012; MSC Opera November 25^th 2011 and April 19^th 2012. On calls where the length of the call is superior to 6hours, the BRSAL14 and BRSAL16 will be offered for the length of the call for the same value as 8hours. None of these services are available on the carnival calls for the MSC Orchestra February 20^th and MSC Musica February 21^st.

料金(お1人様) $590.00 大人  (Not available) 小人

   

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      Disembark in the port and have a van with a professional driver waiting for you and your family. Create your own tour and enjoy your day with a vehicle at your disposal. Service is available with a tour guide if requested.


Note: Vehicle, driver and gasoline included up to 150kms, it does not include tickets to any touristy attraction or lunch. The advertised price for this service is per vehicle. This service is available only with a Portuguese speaking Driver and an English or Portuguese speaking Tour guide. BRSAL13 and BRSAL15 are not available for the following calls; MSC Armonia November 13^th 2011 and April 25^th 2012; MSC Opera November 25^th 2011 and April 19^th 2012. On calls where the length of the call is superior to 6hours, the BRSAL14 and BRSAL16 will be offered for the length of the call for the same value as 8hours. None of these services are available on the carnival calls for the MSC Orchestra February 20^th and MSC Musica February 21^st.

料金(お1人様) $490.00 大人  (Not available) 小人

   

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      Disembark in the port and have a van with a professional driver waiting for you and your family. Create your own tour and enjoy your day with a vehicle at your disposal. Service is available with a tour guide if requested.
 
 Note: Vehicle, driver and gasoline included up to 150kms, it does not include tickets to any touristy attraction or lunch. The advertised price for this service is per vehicle. This service is available only with a Portuguese speaking Driver and an English or Portuguese speaking Tour guide. BRSAL13 and BRSAL15 are not available for the following calls; MSC Armonia November 13^th 2011 and April 25^th 2012; MSC Opera November 25^th 2011 and April 19^th 2012. On calls where the length of the call is superior to 6hours, the BRSAL14 and BRSAL16 will be offered for the length of the call for the same value as 8hours. None of these services are available on the carnival calls for the MSC Orchestra February 20^th and MSC Musica February 21^st.

料金(お1人様) $790.00 大人  (Not available) 小人

   

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        Departure from the pier for a 40 minutes panoramic transfer with a photo stop at the Farol da Barra, the first military lighthouse in Brazil and the most well-known Salvador's post card, following the Olinda region where the famous Carnaval circuit "Barra-Ondina" parades, the Rio Vermelho beach with a unique view, passing by the Pituba beach and Armação beach famous for its wide sand area and for the beach volleyball competitions, it is the favorite spot of the locals for biking and running. The Piata beach famous for the surfing competitions is the last beach before arriving in "Itapúa lighthouse and beach considered by the "Soteropolitanos" people that were born in Salvador, the best beach in the city. There will be free time for swimming.

Remarks: We advise guests to wear hat, light clothing, and swim cloths under neat and comfortable shoes. The itinerary and venues visited in this excursion may be altered in calls during the Brazilian Carnival period. It may take up to 60 minutes of panoramic drive from the port to the beach. Due to the new law in the city of Salvador forbidden "Kiosks" at the beach, please note that there are no kiosks or restaurants in any beach in Salvador. Only vendors selling drinks are available on the beaches and we advise guests to carry local currency.  The excursion will use a restaurant as a meeting point located approximately 500 meters from the beach. Due to the new law in the city of Salvador forbidden "Kiosks" in any beach, the stop for swimming will be at the Patamares beach which is the best place that offers infra-structure such as bathrooms and restaurants and will be used as a meeting point for the group.
This excursion will last 4 hours in the calls of the MSC Opera on November 25^th and MSC Armonia on April 25^th and the free time at the beach will be reduced. This excursion is not available on the following calls; MSC Orchestra February 20^th and MSC Musica February 21^st.

料金(お1人様) $38.00 大人 $27.00 小人

   

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      This excursion was designed for families and couples wishing to see the Carnaval in Salvador with all the safety and comfort in a "Camarote" balcony located in the Barra Ondina, at the Presidente Vargas Avenue, place where the "Trios Elétricos" parade in front of the Spaniard Club. Usually the "Trios Elétricos" stop in this location for 15 minutes. The Via Folia Camarote with 1200 meter square and 40 meters facing the avenue, offers restaurant, beauty salon for those whom wish to model their hairs with a typical Bahia style "Tereré", massage, resting area and a lot of fun for you and for your family.

Notes: Limited seats please book early to avoid disappointments. This excursion is not advised for physically challenge guests. The t-shirt for access does not give access to the Trio Elétricos in the avenue. Restaurant, bar and all services offered in the Camarote are not included in the value of the excursion and it is available for purchase (please carry cash as the Via Folia does not accept credit cards). Transport to and from is included and the return time will be at 1:00am. Guests wishing to return before or after 1:30am must provide their own transportation back to the ship. This tour is available for any age. From the bus drop-off place to the Camarote, there will be approximately 500 meters of walking. This excursion is advised for families and the tour guide will stay with the group in the Via Folia Camarote. Not recommended for infants. This excursion is only available on the following carnival cruises calls; MSC Orchestra February 20^th 2012 and MSC Musica February 21^st 2012.

料金(お1人様) $290.00 大人 $60.00 小人

   

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