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A fountain, a church, and a wrought iron fence. 1
A room with various wooden sculptures and carvings on display. 2
A hillside town with terracotta-roofed buildings, a prominent church with a bell tower, and a dense forest in the background. 3
A town nestled in a valley with a prominent church, surrounded by hills and mountains. 4
A cobblestone street lined with historic buildings, people walking, and a parked bicycle. 5
By Espinhaço Operadora Turística
Free cancellation available
Price is NZ$532 per adult* *Get a lower price by selecting multiple adult tickets
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 10h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup

Overview

  • Great day trip getting to know the first two capitals of our Rich State. Both have an invaluable collection, with beautiful buildings from the 18th and 19th centuries. A spectacular day awaits you on this tour. In Mariana we will go through the famous Rua Direita, with preserved houses, the Catedral da Sé, the first in Minas, a beautiful example of construction, whose high point is its wonderful organ, of German origin. Praça Minas Gerais, considered one of the 7 Wonders of Estrada Real. In Ouro Preto, we will visit the Museum of Inconfidência, with a rich collection in a wonderful building located in Praça Tiradentes, the main one in the city. Visit the charming Chapel of São Francisco de Assis, a masterpiece by the masters Antônio Francisco “Aleijadinho” and Manoel da Costa Ataíde, considered one of the 7 Wonders of Portuguese Origin in the World. A day to be marked in memory and always getting the taste of wanting more, staying another day. Time for shopping at the soapstone fair.

Activity location

  • Praca Minas Gerais
    • Rua Dom Silverio
    • 35420-000, Mariana, State of Minas Gerais, Brazil

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • MM Gerdau – Museum Of Mines And Metal
    • 680 Praça da Liberdade
    • 30140-010, Funcionários, Minas Gerais, Brazil

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Historic Cities of Gold Black and Mariana

  • Activity duration is 10 hours10h
    10h
  • Portuguese

Pickup included

Language options: Portuguese
Starting time: 7:00 AM
Price details
NZ$323.79 x 2 AdultsNZ$647.58
Total
Price is NZ$647.58
Until Wed, 18 Nov

What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    Entrance ticket to the Sé Cathedral and the Igreja do Carmo in Mariana.
  • Inclusions
    Tour guide
  • Inclusions
    Entrance ticket to the Museum of Inconfidência and the Church of São Francisco de Assisem Ouro Preto.
  • Inclusions
    Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Inclusions
    Travel insurance for Brazilians
  • Exclusions
    Lunch
  • Exclusions
    Personal expenses.
  • Exclusions
    Entrance ticket to another tourist attraction not described in the included items.

Know before you book

    • Not recommended for travellers with poor cardiovascular health
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Activity itinerary

Praca Minas Gerais

  • 30m
  • Admission ticket included
Considered one of the 7 Wonders of the Royal Road. It includes: Church of Nossa Senhora do Carmo; House of Chamber and Jail (we will visit internally); Replica of a pillory and the Church of São Francisco de Assis.

Catedral Basilica da Se

  • 20m
  • Admission ticket included
First Cathedral of Minas Gerais. This church is huge, we will take a small tour internally to be able to appreciate all its artistic beauty. It is currently closed for restoration.

Praca Tiradentes

  • 30m
Main town square. Group meeting point. Several craft shops, of ice cream of fruits of the cerrado. artisanal chocolate, artisanal cachaça, jewellery.

Museu da Inconfidencia

  • 30m
  • Admission ticket included
Old Town Hall and Jail. Magnificent construction from the 18th and 19th centuries. One of the most visited in the country and first off the coast. With a beautiful collection, many themed rooms. It will be a rich visit.

Church of Sao Francisco de Assis

  • 20m
  • Admission ticket included
Architectural marvel of the 18th century. Considered a masterpiece by Mestre Antônio Francisco "Aleijadinho" and Mestre Manoel da Costa Ataíde. One of the 7 Wonders of Portuguese origin in the World. That alone is worth the visit, which is a must.

Feira De Pedra Sabao Do Largo De Coimbra

  • 10m
Stop for shopping for handicrafts made mostly of soapstone.

Location

Activity location

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    Praca Minas Gerais
    • Rua Dom Silverio
    • 35420-000, Mariana, State of Minas Gerais, Brazil

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    MM Gerdau – Museum Of Mines And Metal
    • 680 Praça da Liberdade
    • 30140-010, Funcionários, Minas Gerais, Brazil

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