All Serra Gaucha Tours & Excursions in 2026

When people think of South American wines, they usually think of Argentina and Chile. Veer off the beaten path and discover the wines of Brazil’s Rio Grande de Sul region on this guided tour of the Casa Seganfredo Winery. Known for their red and sparkling wines, learn about the winemaking process on a tour of the facilities, followed by a guided wine tasting.

Discover the main tourist attractions of Gramado and Canela with all the privacy and comfort. Through a 9-hour private tour, you will be able to discover the most visited tourist attractions in Gramado. An expert guide will guide your family in a safe and exclusive way. The first point we take our clients to is Lago Negro, ideal for taking photos and enjoying the beauty. The second park is called Bondinhos Aéreos, this park is characterized by enjoying nature and especially the view of the Caracol waterfall. The third point is Castelinho do Caracol, a century-old house of a German family, where the family's collections and furniture have been kept open to this day for visitors. The fourth place we take is the traditional steakhouse Garfo e Bombacha. A typical Gaucho steakhouse, bringing all the essence and culture of the people. The fifth stopping point is the Stone Cathedral, in the center of Canela. Anyway, you will love this unique experience in Serra Gaúcha.

Embark on a 14 mile (23 km) train journey through Italian history in Brazil. Start your adventure at Bento Gonçalves, travel through Garibaldi. Then continue to the Epopeia Italiana Park. Experience nine real-life scenarios made into interactive visual exhibitions to learn the stories of Lázaro and Rosa, thought to be Brazil’s first Italian immigrants. Learn about the hardships they hardened to help bring Italian culture to Rio Grande Do Sul.

Inspired by the big cities, Bustour offers a circular panoramic tourist transport service in Gramado and Canela, with a hop-on hop-off system in two-story buses. The ticket allows unlimited boarding and landing from Thursday to Tuesday from 9:00 to 5:30 p.m. in more than 25 stops and 40 attractions. The Bustour is pet friendly, affordable, has monitoring, audio-guide and a Club of Advantages. During cold or rainy days, the vehicle cover is closed. Transportation to and from the hotels is not included, but there are stops near many of them

Most Vale dos Vinhedos tours include lunch, but usually in a restaurant located between winery stops—served separately from the wines. This four-course meal at a family-run winery in Faria Lemos does things differently—each course is a family recipe paired to a specific wine (made on-site), with family members present at the meal to discuss what's in your glass and how the winery operates.

Located in a region of rare beauty, between mountains and valleys, in the municipality of Canela/RS, the place presents a rich and diverse fauna and flora and promises to surprise the public with a modern tourist equipment – the Aéreos Bondinhos. It is 840 meters of suspended route where visitors will be able to contemplate the beautiful landscapes and see from close and high the Cascata do Caracol in 3 different stations. The parks are equipped with Swiss Rowema technology, the same technology used in the Swiss Alps and which is a reference in quality, comfort and safety. Each of the cabins has a capacity for up to 08 seated people, offering safety and providing a beautiful panoramic view of the venue. Visitors who access the park and buy the ticket will find one of the most stunning views of Brazil, the Cascata do Caracol. For a good enjoyment of the tour, it is recommended to stay between 1h and 1h30.

Bento Gonçalves is home to the Caminhos de Pedra, a tourist route with the largest collection of Italian colonial stone architecture in Brazil. While many group tours rush you from place to place, this customizable option is exclusive to you, allowing you to linger in the sections that interest you most. Along the way, visit historic stone houses, sample local produce (own expense), or take a break to admire the scenery.

The Cathedral of Nossa Senhora de Lourdes or the Catedral de Pedra; is a Catholic church located in the city of Canela, in the state of Rio Grande do Sul, in southern Brazil. It is considered a major tourist attraction of the so-called Serra Gaúcha. Its characteristic style is English Gothic. The church has a 65 meter high tower and a 12-bell carillon made of cast bronze, Made by Giacomo Crespi from Italy. Inside, there are three panels made up of canvases painted by the artist Marciano Schmitz, representing "Apparition of the Virgin", "Allegory of Angels" and "The Annunciation". The Via Sacra paintings were made by Pablo Herrera, a Uruguayan sculptor and restorer of Sacred Art. Wood and clay were used, with the bottom full of paintings with images superimposed on the clay.

Experience the thrill of “walking on air” at Skyglass Canela, which towers 1,200 feet (360 meters) above the Ferradura Valley. Enjoy unparalleled views of the surrounding area, and if you are there later in the day, catch a stunning sunset. Your ticket also grants you access to the Iron Museum, where you can learn about the history and evolution of the great resource.

Enjoy a breathtaking view of the Caracol Waterfall from the Observatory Discover the beauty of the Xaxins Forest, home to rare plant species Let your kids have fun at the Serelepe Playground in a safe environment Enjoy a delicious meal at the Sabor e Flor Restaurant, cooked on a wood stove

Discover the highlights of Canela and Gramado on a hop-on hop-off bus tour with audio guides in Portuguese, Spanish, and English. Choose a 1-, 2-, or 3-day pass and explore the Brazilian cities your own way with the freedom to board and disembark where and when you wish and focus on the attractions that interest you the most.

Discover the hidden love of Swiss culture in Gramado, with this unique opportunity to indulge in delicious meats and cheese. This traditional Serra Gaucha meal comprises of fondues of the cheese, meat and chocolate varieties, allowing you to sample a range of incredible flavours. Potential pairings include bread, potatoes, guava, seasonal fruits and a range of sauces that account for all preferences.

Private and exclusive transfer for up to 4 travelers with executive car or SUV. Driver / guide is the owner with extensive knowledge of the region. Possibility to customize the tour and plot the itinerary between traveler and guide, within the duration of the same and options listed. Flexibility of schedules and stops at the points visited fleeing mass tourism or schedule to meet. Opportunity to enjoy the hospitality of Bento Gonçalves and Serra Gaúcha, its culture, gastronomy and architecture, where wine tourism, one of the most beautiful destinations in Brazil, receives numerous visitors throughout the year.

Most Vale dos Vinhedos tours follow the same circuit of the region's largest wineries, with group buses operating on tight schedules. This private tour from Bento Gonçalves keeps things relaxed with a driver-guide who builds the day around you—choosing wineries based on what you want to taste, mixing larger producers with smaller boutique vineyards, and setting the pace to suit your needs.

Test your head for heights while admiring the views of the Vale de Ferradura with tickets to the Skyglass Canela platform. Prebooking your admission means you won’t miss out at this popular attraction. After walking on the glass platform, ride the Abusado, a thrilling chair ride that hangs beneath the platform, and learn more about the area’s history with admission to the onsite Ferro Passar Museum.

Many Bento Gonçalves wine tours lock you into a set itinerary with no choice over tastings, but this customizable, private option is entirely tailored to you. Join a local driver-guide and set out to a selection of wineries, each one based on your preferences. And, as you only pay for the tastings you want to try, there's no money wasted on uninspiring pours.

Serra Gaúcha is considered one of Brazil’s premier wine-growing regions, but knowing where the go takes insider knowledge. Make the most of your time with this private tour from Bento Gonçalves with a local driver-guide. Visit a century-old winery and the largest sparkling wine cellar in the area, or customize your visit to your interests.

Most Vale dos Vinhedos visits race through three or four wineries in a day with brief tastings at each. This single-winery experience runs the opposite way—choose six wines from a menu with a variety of options, then taste them all in one sitting with a sommelier or enologist (winemaking expert) guiding the discussion of grapes, regions, and what makes each varietal distinct.

Vale dos Vinhedos's grape harvest runs for a short window each Brazilian summer, with the wineries opening their fields to visitors who want to participate rather than just taste. From Bento Gonçalves, go straight to the harvest itself—picking grapes and pressing them by foot, while listening to Italian songs traditional to the immigrant communities that founded the vineyards.

Canela's hill country is mostly experienced from town—chocolate shops, alpine architecture, and seasonal pine-forest walks. Cover ground with ease on a 9-mile (15-kilometer) ATV tour, which swaps streets for an active sightseeing route through the Serra Gaúcha backcountry, passing three hill viewpoints (Morro Pelado, Morro Dedão, Morro Queimado) and along forest trails inaccessible to standard vehicles, with a guide handling the navigation.

Vale dos Vinhedos's biggest names handle heavy bus-tour traffic, while smaller family operations—many tracing back to 19th-century Italian immigrants—offer a different kind of visit, often with the winemaker showing you the cellar themselves. Head out from Bento Gonçalves with a driver-guide who knows the producers personally, and customizes the route and stops to suit your preferences.

Discover the beauty of the Serra Gaúcha region from a unique perspective by going off road on this guided all-terrain vehicle (ATV) tour from Canela. Hop aboard your double ATV (or quad bike) and follow your guide along a 9-mile (15-kilometer) route, stopping at several scenic viewpoints to enjoy the views and take photos along the way.

Private and exclusive transfer for up to 4 travelers with executive car or SUV. Driver / guide is the owner with extensive knowledge of the region. Possibility to customize the tour and plot the itinerary between traveler and guide, within the duration of the same and options listed. Flexibility of schedules and stops at the points visited fleeing mass tourism or schedule to meet. Opportunity to enjoy the hospitality of Bento Gonçalves and Serra Gaúcha, its culture, gastronomy and architecture, where wine tourism, one of the most beautiful destinations in Brazil, receives numerous visitors throughout the year. Next to this terroir, with beautiful landscapes in the 4 seasons of the year, wineries are open doors offering visitors tasting wines and sparkling wines of unparalleled quality and flavor. This way, wine lovers and professionals can visit the best wineries and pan for quality labels. You will be enchanted with the world of wine!