• Roadtrip - Rio To Minas Gerais

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  • Duration

    4 Days (depart any day)

  • Destinations
    • Tiradentes
    • Ouro Preto
    • Belo Horizonte
  • Price

    starting at $

Enjoy a unique and authentic experience of Brazil in this 4-day road trip from Rio to Minas Gerais. Travel North through lush mountains and valleys and visit incredible towns and cities such as Tiradentes, Ouro Preto and Belo Horizonte. A road trip is the perfect way to experience Brazil like a local, navigating its winding roads and exploring small towns off-the-beaten-path.

Highlights

  • Experience the unforgettable architectural, ecological and historical landmarks of Northern Brazil
  • Ride the oldest running steam train in Brazil, the “Maria Fumaça”.
  • Explore Ouro Preto, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
  • Visit picturesque towns and dozens of historical churches in one relaxing afternoon.
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Good to Know:

  • The name “Minas Gerais” translates to General Mines and was given to the region due to its great mineral wealth.
  • Minas Gerais has more UNESCO World Heritage Sites than any other state in Brazil.

  • All of the towns we will stop in along the way are best explored on foot.
  • You’ll visit one of them: the picturesque village of Ouro Preto. It is a protected site for its incredible Baroque architecture.
  • Visit during the Semana Santa (Holy Week of Easter) to see the historic towns of Minas Gerais light up with colorful processions and lots of celebrations.

  • The region is also known for being one of Brazil’s calmest and most conservative places. The mineiros (the locals) are said to be introspective and friendly.
  • The weather in Minas Gerais always requires sturdy shoes and jackets for those exploring the area. Summers are warm but rainy and winters are dry but cooler.

Day 1: Rio to Tiradentes. Train to São João del Rei.

This morning our driver/guide will meet you at your hotel to begin your road trip to Minas Gerais. Departing Rio we will travel north through lush mountains and valleys for 4 hours until we reach the town of Tiradentes. In the afternoon you will ride the famous “Maria Fumaça” steam train to the town of São João del Rei, which you will be able to explore at your leisure. Make sure to check out the Church of Nossa Senhora do Carmo as it is one of the finer examples of baroque architecture in Minas Gerais. At 3pm, you will return by train to Tiradentes where you will spend the evening.

Day 2: Tiradentes to Ouro Preto. City tour of Ouro Preto

Today we will continue our journey through Minas Gerais. After a 2.5-hour drive, we will arrive in the historical city of Ouro Preto (meaning Black Gold in Portuguese). Upon arrival, you will be taken to your hotel where you will have some time to relax. We will then take you on an afternoon city tour, in which you will visit many of the city’s’ iconic landmarks.

Day 3: Ouro Preto to Belo Horizonte

We’re on the road again this morning. After about a 2-hour drive from Ouro Preto you will arrive in Belo Horizonte, the beautiful capital of Minas Gerais. Upon arrival in Belo Horizonte you will be taken to your hotel, and you will be at your leisure for the evening. Ask us about optional activities in Belo Horizonte.

Day 4: Fly from Belo Horizonte to Salvador, Bahia.

Today you will be met at your hotel and transferred to the airport in order to fly to Salvador. Upon arrival in Salvador you will be met at the airport and transferred to your hotel located to continue the next leg of your journey.

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