Top Curitiba Day Trips

Visit the significant landmarks and highlights of Vila Velha during this 6-hour day trip from Curitiba. Following your local guide, walk through the unusual sandstone formations in Vila Velha State Park and learn about the natural history of the area. See Lagoa Dorada, or the Golden Lake, so-named for the way the sun glints off its waters. Visit the Furnas Dam, one of Brazil's larger hydroelectric dams. Entrance fees and round-trip transportation from Curitiba hotels is included.

Discover the best of Curitiba, without getting footsore, on this full-day sightseeing tour by car. Join a small group and your guide to explore the top highlights of the city—from the famous Botanical Garden to the Wire Opera House. Going with a guide means you gain insights into the local history and culture that you’d otherwise miss on your own.

Trade the bustling city streets of Curitiba for the stunning nature of Parana on this small-group tour. Avoid the hassle of planning logistics and go with a guide who takes care of everything. See the 300-million-year-old sandstone formations at Vila Velha, followed by the towering Buraco do Padre Waterfall, where you can hike to if you’d like.

The HISGEOPAR Theme Park is a miniature park that lays out the history, geography, and cultural development of Parana, but reaching it can be difficult without a car. Eliminate the guesswork and book this private tour that includes van transport to the park and return by train through the lush Atlantic Rainforest. Explore the park at your leisure and the quaint towns of Antonina and Morretes on this full-day excursion.

Ilha do Mel is a protected island off the coast of Brazil, but it can be difficult to access on your own. Avoid the hassle of planning logistics and go with a guide to discover the best of this beautiful location with this small-group tour from Curitiba. Enjoy a guided tour of the island’s highlights, then free time to purchase lunch, walk to the fort, or relax on the beach.

Uncover the unique history of Dutch immigration to Brazil, with a guide who provides a wealth of cultural insights, on this small-group tour from Curitiba. Learn about the Dutch who moved to the area in the 20th century as you explore the open-air historical museum of Carambei. Then, enjoy stops at a cafe, cheese factory, lavender farm, and more to sample several Dutch treats, some with a Brazilian twist.

Prepare for an unforgettable day at one of the most charming destinations in Paraná! Embark with us on a journey filled DE natural beauty, quiet DE and local culture, with a boat crossing through the charming Bay of Paranaguá to the stunning Island of Honey. What awaits you in this paradise? A tour to the magical Cave of the Enchanted, wrapped in mysteries and legends The paradisiacal Miguel Beach, with crystal clear sea and breathtaking landscapes Free time to relax, swim or simply contemplate nature A delicious lunch included to restore energy Comfortable return to DA late afternoon, with memories that will stay forever. Timeline of the tour: Departure : From 7h – Boarding NO hotel or residence in Curitiba Travel by BR - 277 to Pontal do Paraná Cruise DE boat to the Island of Honey Visit to the Cave of the Enchanted Lunch included Free time for sea bathing and activities on DE island Return DE boat to Pontal do Paraná Arrival in Curitiba scheduled for 17h

Learn about the history and culture of Lapa on this half-day walking tour. Explore the mansions and residences of army officers who fought in Brazil’s Federalist Revolution. Visit the São Benedito Sanctuary, the Chamber and Jail, the Weapons Museum, the Vermelha, the Panteon dos Heróis, the São João Theater and the Tropeiro Monument. Take the opportunity to immerse yourself in the world of Tropeiros, its landscapes and flavors.

Parana’s Ilha do Mel is a stunning protected island that is worth a visit, though it can be difficult to reach without your own transportation. Eliminate the guesswork and book this private tour to the island that includes private transportation there and a train ride back to Curitiba. Highlights include a boat ride to the island, a visit to the Enchanted Cave, and plenty of free time.

Southern Brazil experienced a wave of European immigration in the 19th and 20th centuries, which led to small pockets of monocultural communities dotted throughout the countryside. Avoid missing out on important cultural information when you embark on this small-group tour from Curitiba to the German Mennonite colony of Witmarsu. Spend the day learning about the German-Brazilian heritage, traditions, and customs, and even sample local delicacies (own expense).