Uncover Brazil’s captivating coffee heritage on this guided tour of a preserved colonial-era farm. Explore the "Coffee Rush" period as knowledgeable guides lead you through historical sites like the museum, chapel, and slavery memorial. With convenient hotel pickup and drop-off, this 2-hour experience offers an accessible and immersive journey into Rio de Janeiro’s countryside. Prepare to be transported back in time and gain a deeper appreciation for the region’s rich coffee culture.
Key Points

- Explore a historic coffee farm in Rio de Janeiro’s countryside and learn about the 18th-century "Coffee Rush" on a guided tour.
- Tour includes access to a preserved colonial-style farm with a museum, chapel, main house, slavery memorial, and cachaça house.
- Personalized small-group tour (minimum 2 people) led by knowledgeable guides, lasting approximately 2 hours.
- Pickup and drop-off service available from select hotels in Leblon, Ipanema, Copacabana, Flamengo, and Downtown (Centro).
- Tour priced from $190.00 per person, with free cancellation up to 24 hours in advance.
Tour Overview and Details

The tour offers a unique opportunity to explore a historic coffee farm in the countryside of Rio de Janeiro.
Visitors will learn about the "Coffee Rush" from the 18th century and tour a preserved colonial-style farm with a museum, chapel, main house, slavery memorial, and cachaça house.
The small-group tour lasts approximately 2 hours from Rio and is led by knowledgeable guides.
Pickup and drop-off are provided from select hotels, and the tour requires a minimum of 2 people.
Guests can expect a personalized experience, visiting either Fazenda da Taquara or Fazenda São Luiz da Boa Sorte.
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Inclusions and Logistics

Typically, the tour includes a driver/guide, hotel/port pickup and drop-off, transport by air-conditioned vehicle, food and drinks, as well as gratuities.
Pickup is available from hotels in Leblon, Ipanema, Copacabana, Flamengo, and Downtown (Centro). The meeting point is the Rio Othon Palace in Copacabana.
Pickup is available from hotels in Leblon, Ipanema, Copacabana, Flamengo, and Downtown (Centro). The meeting point is the Rio Othon Palace in Copacabana.
A minimum of 2 people is required for the tour to proceed; otherwise, it may be rescheduled. The tour isn’t wheelchair accessible, and infants must sit on laps, but most travelers can participate.
Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the experience, and a reserve now, pay later option is available.
Experience and Expectations

Visitors can expect a personalized experience with knowledgeable guides during the coffee farm tour.
They’ll explore one of two historic farms – Fazenda da Taquara or Fazenda São Luiz da Boa Sorte – and learn about the region’s "Coffee Rush" from the 18th century.
The small-group tour provides an authentic glimpse into colonial-style farm life, with access to a museum, chapel, main house, slavery memorial, and cachaça house.
While the tour isn’t wheelchair accessible, most travelers can participate. However, infants must sit on laps during the approximately 2-hour journey from Rio.
Reviews and Feedback
According to the 19 reviews, the coffee farm tour has an overall rating of 4.6 out of 5.
Positive feedback highlights the authenticity of the experience, the knowledgeable guides, and the insightful glimpse into coffee production. However, some guests reported communication issues and logistical problems.
The coffee farm tour offers an authentic experience with knowledgeable guides, though some guests faced communication and logistical challenges.
The tour offers a personalized experience, allowing visitors to explore a preserved colonial-style farm with a museum, chapel, main house, slavery memorial, and cachaça house.
While not wheelchair accessible, the tour is suitable for most travelers, with the exception of infants who must sit on laps.
Cancellation and Pricing

How much does the coffee farm tour cost? The tour is priced from $190.00 per person, though the exact cost may vary depending on the group size.
Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the scheduled experience, giving you flexibility in your travel plans. You can also choose to reserve your spot now and pay later, making it easy to secure your place on the tour.
With a range of pickup locations available, this coffee farm tour offers a convenient and affordable way to explore Rio de Janeiro’s rich coffee heritage.
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Exploring the Historic Coffee Farm
Situated in the lush countryside outside Rio de Janeiro, the historic coffee farm offers visitors a captivating glimpse into Brazil’s storied coffee legacy.
Visitors can explore the preserved colonial-style buildings, including a museum, chapel, main house, slavery memorial, and cachaça house. They’ll learn about the "Coffee Rush" that fueled the region’s prosperity in the 18th century.
Visitors can explore preserved colonial buildings, including a museum, chapel, and slavery memorial, learning about the 18th-century coffee boom.
The small-group tour provides a personalized experience with knowledgeable guides, allowing travelers to enjoy the farm’s rich history and traditions.
Whether visiting Fazenda da Taquara or Fazenda São Luiz da Boa Sorte, the tour promises an authentic and insightful journey into Brazil’s coffee heritage.
Taking in the "Coffee Rush" Era
Stepping into the preserved colonial-style buildings on the historic coffee farm, visitors are transported back to the 18th century "Coffee Rush" that propelled the region’s prosperity.
They’ll learn how the booming coffee trade transformed the landscape, fueling economic growth and the expansion of slavery.
Guides share insights into the farm’s role during this pivotal era, bringing the past to life through stories of the plantation owners, workers, and the coffee itself.
Visitors gain a deeper appreciation for the rich history that shaped this unique destination, seeing the captivating narratives of the "Coffee Rush" era.
The Sum Up
The Original Historic Coffee Farm Guided Tour provides a unique glimpse into Brazil’s rich coffee heritage. Visitors can explore historical sites, learn about the "Coffee Rush" era, and enjoy insights from knowledgeable guides. With convenient hotel pickup and drop-off, this 2-hour experience offers an accessible and enriching journey through Rio de Janeiro’s countryside, immersing guests in the region’s captivating coffee legacy.
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