Private Tour
6 Hour Buddhist Temple and Embu das Artes Tour – Art Galleries, Artisan Shops
Overview
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6 hours
Mobile ticket
Did you know that the state of São Paulo is home to the largest Buddhist temple in Latin America? Get off the main touristic area and discover the Zu Lai temple.
Delve into Buddhism without leaving Brazil and learn the fundamentals of it. Accompanied by a well-informed guide, visit the temple that occupies a 150,000 M2 area and attracts not only faithful practitioners, but also people of any religion in search of tranquility and renew their spirituality.
Then visit the nearby charming colonial & historical town of Embu das Artes. Explore the art galleries, artisan shops, handicraft stalls and gastronomic delights.
The town is known for its weekly arts and crafts fairs. The fair and the shops offer a broad range of paintings small and large, home decorative objects, wood carvings, ceramics, religious goods, furniture, folk arts, art galleries, gems, old coins, tchotchkes, porcelains, sculptures, jewelry, tools, etc... The selection is outstanding and very reasonably priced.
Additional Info
Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
VAT, all taxes, handling charges, tolls, parking fees during stops, airport Greet & Meet service.
Transport by fully-equipped vehicles.
Entrance fees.
Private driver for groups bigger 4 people, otherwise the guide drives the vehicle themselves.
Licensed bilingual private tour guide.
Any address pick-up and drop-off are included like hotel and airport.
Meals and drinks.
Tips. (optional).
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup points
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What To Expect
FGS Templo Zu Lai
Visit the largest Buddhist temple in Latin American installed in an area amidst greenery and surrounded by beautiful gardens with flowers, as well as preserved remnants of the Atlantic Forest with a small Japanese-style bridge. The typical architecture of an Oriental Temple is a separate chapter making us feel as if we were in Asia. In addition, there are sculptures scattered everywhere, a museum, shop, and a vegetarian restaurant.
Embu das Artes
Following your visit to Zu Lai temple, visit the nearby charming town of Embu das Artes. It’s one of those inspiring and inland cities that travelers often visit when they want to see a different scenario fleeing from the rush of the big city. It's most famous for its Crafts Fair, which takes place in the city's Historic Center, the fair has more than 700 exhibitors of different types of handicrafts such as ceramics, paintings, sculptures, handmade foods, and even clothes and jewelry. There are beautiful objects carved in wood and rustic furniture. It’s lined up in the main square and radiating streets lots of cozy cafés and a myriad of eateries where you can dine on lunch and sample delicious Brazilian typical dishes and desserts. You can also enjoy the ever-popular cachaça, the so-called refreshing açaí, local yogurt, and other things. (not included in the tour price)
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6 Hour Buddhist Temple and Embu das Artes Tour – Art Galleries, Artisan Shops
Pickup included
Reviews
9 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Very good
484belenz,
Jan 13, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Very good tour, very satisfying and comfortable for my family.Excellent Our guide was Danilo and was very good. Very comfortable
We lived unforgettable moments with my family and also learned from Buddhist culture.
lupitag497,
Jan 12, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The place is magical, you feel the energy, peace and tranquility that emits the place, the landscape is beautiful, I am delighted😍 The temple has a cafeteria with variety of cafes and etc. There is also a shop selling Buddhas, incense and other things related to the Buddhist temple. It has parking space. I am struck by the desires and desires that you can capture them on paper and hang them on a tree. One hundred percent recommended place
The wonders of the temple zu Lía
Freedom813925,
Dec 29, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It is a very beautiful place you feel an inner peace when you enter this wonderful temple is a highly recommended tour. Additional guide Mr. adi a very friendly person and showed me the whole place and helped me with the photos I stay memories as I wanted them, I appreciate all this thank you a thousand
Beautiful visit to do when you come to Sao Paulo!!
Marii933,
Nov 3, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I did this tour alone and I loved knowing Embu das Artes, a beautiful little village worth touring and buying its crafts and paintings of excellent quality. My guide Fabio was super attentive and guided me throughout the tour where to shop, eat and what places might interest me according to my tastes. In the Zu Lai Temple the tour was very beautiful and the place lends itself to be more time and spend the afternoon in relaxation. I wanted to come back in the future with my family and friends, it is a beautiful tour and definitely worth it if you have an extra day in Sao Paulo! 100% Recommended!! Thank you so much for everythingoo
Fantastic trip to the Zu Lai Temple and Embu das Artes
64ralucap,
Apr 29, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Amazing combination of Buddhist, indigenous, and African culture in Brazil on a short trip from Sao Paulo. Our guide, Danilo, provided excellent commentary to help us better understand Buddhist heritage in Brazil and he also connected us with local artists from Embu das Artes to provide insight into religious practices. We definitely recommend this tour since it was an eye-opening experience!
Fantastic trip to the Zu Lai Temple and Embu das Artes
rpascal5,
Apr 29, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00Amazing combination of Buddhist, indigenous, and African culture in Brazil on a short trip from Sao Paulo. Our guide, Danilo, provided excellent commentary to help us better understand Buddhist heritage in Brazil and he also connected us with local artists from Embu das Artes to provide insight into religious practices. We definitely recommend this tour since it was an eye-opening experience!
Fun Tour with Great Company!
BiancaNat92,
Nov 18, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a great tour with Joice! She was a very sweet and knowledgeable guide! Gregtur was also a great company to book with! There was never a lack of communication, they were very thorough and kept us informed every step of the way. They even worked with our travel itinerary to ensure we were able to go on this tour and still make our flight on time. We had an overall lovely experience and I would definitely recommend booking with Gregtur!
Great visit
K5593CYeduardof,
Mar 25, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The tour is formidable and our guide Mauro was very punctual and attentive. The organization was optimal for every smooth and timely communication, adapting to last minute changes and unforeseen events. The tour and the content of the tour are totally worth it
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