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A private door-to-door van service from Porto Alegre to the Serra Gaúcha towns of Gramado and Canela. Comfortable vehicles, onboard Wi‑Fi and options for infant seats make this a practical choice for door-to-door transfers or a scenic introduction to the region.
A private door-to-door van service from Porto Alegre to the Serra Gaúcha towns of Gramado and Canela. Comfortable vehicles, onboard Wi‑Fi and options for infant seats make this a practical choice for door-to-door transfers or a scenic introduction to the region.
You slide out of Porto Alegre's early traffic into the wide, green shoulders of the Serra Gaúcha, the van humming as the city recedes and hills begin to climb. Windows frame fogged valleys and patchworks of tea fields; by the time you crest the plateau the air has a coolness that dares you to roll down the glass.
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Operated by Mercosul Transporte Executivo · Gramado, Rio Grande do Sul
You slide out of Porto Alegre's early traffic into the wide, green shoulders of the Serra Gaúcha, the van humming as the city recedes and hills begin to climb. Windows frame fogged valleys and patchworks of tea fields; by the time you crest the plateau the air has a coolness that dares you to roll down the glass.
The route traces roads cut through the Brazilian Highlands — part of the Paraná Basin — where basalt flows and later erosion shaped rounded ridges and deep river valleys. Settlers from Germany and Italy arrived in the 19th century, and their influence is visible in alpine-style houses, cafés offering strong coffee and chocolate, and the region’s small craft workshops.
Gramado and Canela trade sunlit plazas for narrow, tourist-ready lanes lined with chocolates, woodwork, and seasonal festivals. Smaller towns like Nova Petrópolis and São Francisco de Paula sit along the way and reward detours with quieter viewpoints and local bakeries.
Practically: expect a 90–120 minute ride each way depending on traffic and weather (roughly 110–130 km). Vans are air-conditioned, include bottled water and onboard Wi‑Fi, and offer infant seats and wheelchair access on request. Note that some scenic pullouts lie off the main BR and require short gravel or dirt access — operators sometimes pass these without stopping. Book firm pickup details in advance, carry a small daypack for layers, and schedule daylight trips for the best views.
easy.
1.5–2 hours.
Minimal fitness required — typical seated transfer suitable for all ages
Typical travel time is 90–120 minutes depending on traffic and weather; distance is roughly 110–130 km by road.
Yes—infant seats and wheelchair-accessible vehicles are available; request them at booking so the operator can prepare.
Many operators will accommodate short stops when safe and scheduled, but some overlooks require a short dirt-road approach and may be passed by—confirm at booking.
For a full refund cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure; last-minute cancellations within 24 hours are not refundable.
The Serra Gaúcha grew rapidly after 19th-century German and Italian immigration, shaping the region’s architecture, cuisine and small-scale agriculture.
The area’s Araucaria-influenced highland ecosystems are sensitive to development; stick to paved roads, avoid off-trail walks and minimize single-use plastics.
Mercosul Transporte Executivo operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.
You slide out of Porto Alegre's early traffic into the wide, green shoulders of the Serra Gaúcha, the van humming as the city recedes and hills begin to climb. Windows frame fogged valleys and patchworks of tea fields; by the time you crest the plateau the air has a coolness that dares you to roll down the glass.
You slide out of Porto Alegre's early traffic into the wide, green shoulders of the Serra Gaúcha, the van humming as the city recedes and hills begin to climb. Windows frame fogged valleys and patchworks of tea fields; by the time you crest the plateau the air has a coolness that dares you to roll down the glass.
The route traces roads cut through the Brazilian Highlands — part of the Paraná Basin — where basalt flows and later erosion shaped rounded ridges and deep river valleys. Settlers from Germany and Italy arrived in the 19th century, and their influence is visible in alpine-style houses, cafés offering strong coffee and chocolate, and the region’s small craft workshops.
Gramado and Canela trade sunlit plazas for narrow, tourist-ready lanes lined with chocolates, woodwork, and seasonal festivals. Smaller towns like Nova Petrópolis and São Francisco de Paula sit along the way and reward detours with quieter viewpoints and local bakeries.
Practically: expect a 90–120 minute ride each way depending on traffic and weather (roughly 110–130 km). Vans are air-conditioned, include bottled water and onboard Wi‑Fi, and offer infant seats and wheelchair access on request. Note that some scenic pullouts lie off the main BR and require short gravel or dirt access — operators sometimes pass these without stopping. Book firm pickup details in advance, carry a small daypack for layers, and schedule daylight trips for the best views.