What is included?
- Transportation in an executive bus;
- Accredited accompanying guide from the Ministry of Tourism;
- 7 nights of accommodation with breakfast;
- 7 meals;
- Excursions described in the program with a local guide;
- Ticket for the Maria Fumaça;
- Travel Insurance (coverage up to 85 years, for older ages request a quote).
What is not included?
- Personal expenses;
- Everything not described as "included" in the program.
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Itinerary
Day 1: 14th May (Friday) - São Paulo/São João Del Rei
Boarding in the early morning, with a stop for food during the journey. Arrival in São João del Rei expected in the late afternoon.
Accommodation at the inn and the rest of the day free.
Day 2: 15th May (Saturday) - São João Del Rei/Bichinho/Tiradentes/São João Del Rei
After breakfast, departure to explore the main tourist attractions of the city. Free time for food.
In the afternoon, we will visit the city of Bichinho.
On the way back to São João del Rei, free time to enjoy the Bier Train
Festival in the city centre of Tiradentes. Return to the inn at the previously agreed time.
Day 3: 16th May (Sunday) - São João Del Rei/Tiradentes/São João Del Rei
After breakfast, departure for a ride on the Maria Fumaça to the city of Tiradentes.
City tour exploring some of the main tourist attractions of the city (conducted on foot). Free time for shopping in Resende Costa.
Return to São João del Rei and the rest of the day free.
Day 4: 17th May (Monday) - São João Del Rei/Santana dos Montes
After breakfast, check-out and departure from the inn, heading to the city of Santana dos Montes. Accommodation at the hotel and lunch (included). City tour on foot through the historical centre of the city with a local guide.
Return to the hotel and dinner (included).
Day 5: 18th May (Tuesday) - Santana dos Montes
After breakfast, we will start a day of immersion in rural life at the Fazenda Fonte Limpa. Guided visit to learn about its structure and historical importance to the region. Lunch (included) at the farm.
Next, we will visit a family cheese factory to learn about the production process of the products.
During the visit, Mateiro Coffee will be served, with tasting of regional products, highlighting the gastronomy and hospitality of the interior of Minas Gerais. Return to the hotel and dinner (included).
Day 6: 19th May (Wednesday) - Santana dos Montes

After breakfast, departure for another day filled with experiences, knowledge, and history. We will visit the Fazenda da Paciência, a property of great historical and cultural importance to the region. Lunch (included) at the farm.
After lunch, we will visit the Loba Brewery to learn about the stages of production of craft beers.
Return to the hotel, where we will be welcomed with a delicious afternoon coffee. The rest of the afternoon is free.
Dinner (included).
Day 7: 20th May (Thursday) - Santana dos Montes/Cruzília/Caxambu
After breakfast, check-out and departure from the hotel heading to Caxambu. On the way, we will visit the city of Cruzília, famous for its award-winning cheese production.
After the visit, we will continue our journey to Caxambu. Accommodation at the hotel. Dinner (included) at the hotel restaurant.
Evening program with live music.
Day 8: 21st May (Friday) - Caxambu/São Paulo
Free morning (take the opportunity to visit and relax at the Parque da Águas or take a cable car ride).
At 12pm, check-out and departure from the hotel, starting the return journey to São Paulo. Stop for food during the journey.
Expected arrival in the early evening.
Disembark at the same locations as the boarding.
“End of our services”
Total price per room
Single room: (Total price for 1 adult alone in the room) Deposit BRL1,318.00 + 08X BRL659.00 * Shared room: (Total price for 1 adult sharing room) Deposit BRL1,118.00 + 08X BRL559.00 Double room: (Total price for 2 adults in the room) Deposit BRL2,236.00 + 08X BRL1,118.00 Triple room: (Total price for 3 adults in the room) Deposit BRL3,174.00 + 08X BRL1,587.00
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Important notes
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
This summary does not replace the complete reading of our General Conditions. It is essential to read the entire document.
🚌 Boarding- Strictly follow the schedules and locations provided by the Vivências team. Delays and their consequences are the responsibility of the passenger.
- At boarding, present your original photo ID and identify yourself to the Vivências representative.
- Road trips: a tolerance of 15 minutes after the boarding time. After this period, the passenger will be considered a no-show.
- Air travel: arrive at the airport at least 3 hours in advance for domestic flights and 4 hours for international flights.
🪪 Documentation
- Documents must be original, valid, legible, and in good condition. Expired, scratched, or damaged documents are not accepted and will prevent boarding.
- Domestic travel: RG, National Identity Card (CIN), passport, driver's license with photo, professional council card with photo, or physical work card with photo. In case of theft, robbery, or loss, a police report issued no more than 60 days ago is accepted.
- Mercosur (including cruises): valid passport or RG/CIN issued less than 10 years ago. The driver's license is not accepted.
- Other international travel: passport with a minimum validity of 6 months from the return date.
- Visas: obtaining the visa required by the destination country is the responsibility of the passenger. Granting is the exclusive decision of the authorities of each country, and Vivências has no influence over it.
👧 Minors
- Domestic travel (under 16 years): may travel accompanied by parents or legal guardians, or by grandparents, siblings, or uncles over 18 years old, proving the relationship with a birth certificate or official document. When accompanied by another adult, written authorization from the parents or guardian is required, with notarized signature. When unaccompanied, judicial authorization is required.
- International travel (under 18 years): if not accompanied by both parents, authorization from the absent father and/or mother, with notarized signature, or judicial authorization is required, according to CNJ Resolution No. 131/2011.
- Accommodation: minors can only stay accompanied by parents or guardians, or with written authorization from them, with notarized signature (ECA, art. 82).
- A birth certificate is only accepted as identification for minors under 12 years old.
🧳 Luggage
- Road trips: 1 suitcase up to 23 kg and 1 carry-on bag per passenger.
- Air travel: the airline's baggage allowance rules apply, as stated on the ticket.
- Label your suitcase with your name and phone number, and carry documents, money, electronics, and medications in your carry-on bag.
🛡️ Insurance
- Overnight trips: basic assistance insurance included as a courtesy for passengers up to 85 years old.
- One-day tours: no insurance included, and purchasing is optional.
- Passengers over 85 years old or those wishing for greater coverage can purchase a specific plan with our team.
💊 Health
- Bring continuous-use medications in your carry-on bag, in sufficient quantity for the entire trip, along with the prescription.
- Inform our team at the time of booking about dietary restrictions, allergies, or reduced mobility.
- Some destinations require a vaccination certificate, such as for yellow fever. Check the requirements in the travel program.
📱 During the trip
- The guide's contact information is sent along with the boarding documents. In case of any unforeseen events, speak to them first.
- Respect the schedules for tours and transfers: the tolerance is 15 minutes.
- We recommend activating location services in the Guide App, which is optional and used only for your safety during the trip.