Serra da Capivara — Rewriting the Prehistory of the Americas

8 days / 7 nightsPiauí, Brazil

April 10 to 17, 2027

São Paulo + Petrolina + Coronel José Dias + Serra da Capivara National Park

From R$ 10,970 per person, double Standard room

A trip to the heart of the Brazilian Caatinga to discover one of the most important archaeological heritage sites in the Americas. Recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, Serra da Capivara National Park holds impressive rock paintings, geological formations and traces of human presence on the continent. Throughout the journey, the group will visit archaeological sites, museums and natural landscapes, delving into the legacy of archaeologist Niède Guidon and the research that challenged traditional interpretations about the settlement of the Americas. The experience will include professionals from Niède Guidon’s team, local guides and a host, providing an immersion in archaeology, history, culture and nature.

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Highlights

Serra da Capivara National Park, Serra Branca Circuit and its rock paintings, Maniçobeiros Trail, Baixão das Andorinhas, Capivara Canyon, Ceramics Factory, Hombu Trail, Baixão das Mulheres and Toca dos Coqueiros, João Pimenta Site, Museum of the American Man, Sítio do Meio and the Museum of Nature, conceived by Niède Guidon.

Itinerary

Day 1 – São Paulo → Petrolina → Coronel José Dias
Day 2 – Serra da Capivara + Serra Branca + Maniçobeiros Trail + Baixão das Andorinhas
Day 3 – Capivara Canyon + Ceramics Factory
Day 4 – Hombu Trail + Baixão das Mulheres + Toca dos Coqueiros
Day 5 – João Pimenta Site + Museum of the American Man
Day 6 – Sítio do Meio + Museum of Nature
Day 7 – Coronel José Dias → Petrolina + free afternoon
Day 8 – Petrolina → São Paulo

Accommodation

6 nights at Baixão do Ouro Park Hotel, in Coronel José Dias, in a Standard room (18 m²) or Chalet (30 m²), and 1 night at Nobile Suites del Rio Petrolina, a 3★ hotel, or similar.

Prices

Standard doubleR$ 10,970
Standard singleR$ 12,295
Chalet doubleR$ 11,975
Chalet singleR$ 13,460
5% discount for upfront payment or the option of installments with a down payment and 5 installments
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Included

Accompaniment by professionals from the team of archaeologist Niède Guidon and a host, prior online class on historical and cultural context, 7 nights of accommodation with breakfast, meals indicated in the itinerary, planned visits and entrance fees, transportation for the group during the tours, shared transfers between Petrolina airport and the accommodation at the reference flight times and travel medical assistance.

Not included

Flights São Paulo–Petrolina–São Paulo, early check-in/late check-out, meals and drinks not mentioned, optional tours, private transfers outside group times, personal expenses and tips.

Important information

Documentation: identity card in good condition, issued less than 10 years ago, as per the program guidance. A complete COVID-19 vaccination certificate is recommended.

Notes: expected group of 10 to 18 participants. Reservation with a deposit of R$ 500 per person. The itinerary may change depending on weather conditions.

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