Few adjectives can describe the beauty of the Palanquinho Canyon. On this excursion from Caxias do Sul we'll discover its amazing landscapes and walk through the beautiful Criúva fields.
Palanquinho Canyon & Criúva Fields Tour
After picking you up at 8:30 am at your hotel in Caxias do Sul, we'll head north to one of the most unique places in the state of Rio Grande do Sul.
The first stop will be in the vast fields of Criúva. There we'll take an easy 4-kilometre (2.4 miles) walk to discover the nature of the area. These green landscapes will steal you heart!
At the end of the hiking route through the Criúva fields, we'll go to the Palanquinhos canyon, an impressive Natural Monument of 230 hectares. During the tour, we'll also contemplate the Morro 360 and visit the Memorial of the Bertussi Brothers, where we'll learn about the story of Adelas and Honeyde. Do you know who these famous characters were? We'll find out!
We'll continue our tour by reaching an estate to enjoy a tasty lunch. The menu includes rice, beans, grilled meat, various side dishes of local cuisine, wine, and dessert.
After lunch, you'll have free time to continue exploring the area at your own pace. We recommend visiting the Indigenous caverns to keep learning about the culture of Brazil's oldest towns.
Finally, we'll return to your hotel in Caxias do Sul, where we'll arrive at 3:30 pm.
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