Antônio Prado Excursion

Visit one of the oldest Italian immigrant settlements in Brazil on this excursion to Antônio Prado. A must if you're in Caxias do Sul!

Antônio Prado Excursion

At the appointed time, we'll pick you up at your hotel in Caxias do Sul and make our way to Antônio Prado, one of Brazil's oldest Italian colonies.

Upon arrival, we'll tour the city and admire its typical wooden houses, declared National Heritage. You'll see their bright colors and lambrequins, a traditional decor style.

During the visit, we'll learn about the trades carried out by Italian immigrants upon their arrival, which are still maintained today. Additionally, we'll discuss the religious festivities celebrated during that time, providing a historical perspective.

Next, we'll visit the Gruta Nossa Senhora de Lourdes, a natural cave featuring the image of the city's patron saint, where a sense of peace and tranquility prevails. The Feast of the Grotto is one of the region's traditions.

Afterward, you'll have free time for lunch and to experience local gastronomy, with an opportunity for shopping. We will then reconvene and approach the Canto do Encantador, a natural area rich in bird species.

Finally, we'll return to Caxias do Sul, dropping you off at your hotel seven and a half hours after pickup.