Maria Fumaça Train Ride + Tour of Aurora Winery

Discover the stunning vistas of the Serra Gaúcha (Gaucho Highlands) aboard the Maria Fumaça train. This excursion will take you to the renowned Aurora Winery, feature a visit to the Epopeia Italiana theme park, and much more!

Tour Overview

Are you prepared for an extraordinary experience on the Maria Fumaça train? After meeting at your hotel at a pre-arranged time, we will travel to the station of the "wine train," a charming railway renowned for its breathtaking scenery. This journey will guide you through the lovely landscapes of Serra Gaúcha.

As we ride, you will be entertained by a musical performance featuring gaucho and Italian melodies, celebrating the rich cultural blend between the indigenous population and Italian settlers. Our first destination will be the Aurora Winery located in Bento Gonçalves. Once we arrive, we’ll disembark the train to explore the wine-making heritage and the processes involved in creating the famous wines of the region. Naturally, our visit will culminate in a delightful wine tasting session!

Following this, we will head to the Epopeia Italiana theme park, where you can witness engaging historical reenactments illustrating the Italian migration to Serra Gaúcha. Our next visit will be to Tramontina, where you’ll have the opportunity for some leisurely shopping and to soak in the peaceful rural environment. Next, we will stop by the Fetina de Formaio cheese shop, where you can savor various cheeses at your own pace while learning about the area's notable cheese production.

Our final visit will be to Malhas G'Dom. At this location, you will tour the production facilities and gain insight into the traditional weaving methods and the careful selection of materials refined over 38 years. The exquisite textiles produced here are sure to captivate you!

In conclusion, we will return to the Maria Fumaça train and complete the day with drop-off at your hotel, wrapping up a memorable 12-hour experience.

Tour + Lunch Option

As you make your reservation, you may opt for the lunch inclusion. If you select this option, when we stop in Bento Gonçalves, you’ll be treated to a scrumptious buffet-style meal featuring pasta, grilled meats, beans, rice, and salad.

Pickup Details

This tour provides pickup from hotels in Gramado and Canela. Alternatively, you can choose to meet directly at one of these locations:

Gramado: Avenida das Hortênsias, 1845Canela: Praça da Matriz, 69