Salvador in 1 Day for Couples - Authentic Bahian folklore show with music, dance and Candomblé representations
In Collaboration with De Boa Turismo. Updated on February 1, 2026.
Private evening tour: hotel pickup, a 4-hour Bahian folklore dinner show in Pelourinho featuring Candomblé rituals, capoeira, maculelê and samba, with an accredited guide and roundtrip transfer. Drinks not included.
This itinerary was created in collaboration with De Boa Turismo, inspired by the tour Bahia Noite - Folklore and Dinner Show, Salvador, Bahia, Brazil. Please check the tour information during your booking process.
Highlights
- Authentic Bahian folklore show with music, dance and Candomblé representations
- Included dinner sampling classic Bahian dishes
- Private roundtrip transfer and bilingual guide (EN/ES/FR)
Itinerary
Day 1
Evening pickup and immersion in Bahian folklore, dinner and return to hotel.
Hotel pickup — meet your private guide
Your private guide and driver will pick you up from your Salvador accommodation (we confirm exact pickup point in advance). Expect a quick booking check and a short transfer briefing before departure.
Tips from local experts:
- Confirm the exact pickup point 24 hours before — narrow streets in Pelourinho mean the vehicle may meet you at the hotel entrance or at the nearest main street.
- November (spring) evenings on the coast can be breezy — a light wrap is ideal for waiting outside while boarding.
- Have your phone charged and available; the guide may call on the day to confirm timing and pickup location.
Private transfer to Pelourinho — short scenic drive
Comfortable private transfer through Salvador’s historic center toward the Pelourinho neighborhood and the show venue. Your guide will point out landmarks en route.
Tips from local experts:
- The drive passes colorful colonial facades — sit on the left for the best views of the historic center when heading in from the south.
- Traffic in Salvador can change quickly in the evening; allow 20–30 minutes from central hotels and tell the guide in advance if you want a slightly earlier pickup.
- If you're staying in Barra or Ondina, the transfer will take longer; use this time to ask your guide about local music and dance traditions for the show.
Bahia Noite — Folklore Dinner & Show (main event)
Enjoy a 4-hour immersive Folklórico performance celebrating Afro-Brazilian culture: Candomblé representations, capoeira, maculelê, samba and traditional dances. A guided dinner featuring Bahian specialties is served during the show. The guide will remain with the group throughout the evening.
Tips from local experts:
- Special moment for couples: request a front-row or central-table seat when booking — performers often interact with the front rows, making for a memorable intimate moment together.
- Dress smart-casual; comfortable shoes are recommended if you want to join a samba circle during interactive segments. Also bring a light layer for coastal breezes between indoor/outdoor parts.
- Drinks are not included — order a local caipirinha or fresh fruit juice to toast. Avoid flash photography during Candomblé ritual segments out of respect; your guide will advise when photos are appropriate.
Return transfer & hotel drop-off
Private transfer back to your hotel in Salvador. The guide can suggest a nearby rooftop cocktail bar if you'd like to extend the evening (additional stops possible on request).
Tips from local experts:
- Pelourinho is lively after shows — stay with your guide until you’re safely in the vehicle and avoid poorly lit side streets.
- If you'd like a romantic nightcap (rooftop or beachfront), ask your guide before departure — drivers know a few quiet, scenic spots suited to couples.
- If you prefer a different drop-off address (friend’s apartment, restaurant, or bar), confirm this with the guide at pickup so the return route can be adjusted.
Itinerary Attributes
| Days | 1 |
| Highlights | 3 |
| Season | - |
| Month | - |
| Persona | Couples |
| Transfers | 2 |
| Restaurants | - |
| Total Activities | 2 |
| Total Places | 2 |
| Activities Types | Hotel, Transfer, Experience |