In Curitiba, progress and humanity are blended in perfect harmony. The city is internationally known for its cleanliness, greenery and healthy environment. The city is in bloom all year round. The citizens from Curitiba have a "live and let live" attitude. Because of its unique friendliness and unequalled humanity, Curitiba feels like a small town even though it is actually a great metropolis meeting all of the needs of its inhabitants.

Its primary concern has always been to preserve its open and friendly nature, which has evolved out of a mingling of immigrants from all over the world.  This is why visitors of this town feel truly at ease. They find in Curitiba a congenial atmosphere in which they can really feel "at home". Curitiba welcomes you with a smile. The city is celebrated in a poem called "Cidade Sorriso"(Smiling City).

Transfers in & out:
The airport is located at approximately 10 miles from the city. Our tour guide will pick you up and show you some places of interest that you will be passing by while driving on the way to the hotel. He can also explain some facts about the city.

Half-day city tour:
You will depart from the hotel to visit points of interest in the town, such as: Rua das Flores, Teatro Guaíra, Federal University of Paraná, Civic Center, John Paul II woods, Opera de Arame, Pedreira Paulo Leminski, University of the Environment, Telepar Tower, Historical Sector, Flower Clock and the Botanical Garden.

Full-day tour to Paranaguá:
You will depart from the hotel at 07:00am for the train station of Curitiba, where you will board the train of Litorina to the town of Morretes. The railroad cuts through the mountain range of Serra do Mar, passing over bridges and through tunnels down to the coast. On the train trip, you will enjoy wonderful scenery with rivers, unique waterfalls, flowers, birds and green mountains. This tour will become unforgettable as you ride up the hills.

Full-day Ilha do Mel:
You will leave the hotel in the morning for the coastal town of Pontal do Sul, traveling through the mountain range of the Serra do Mar, where you will stop to enjoy the view of richly diverse flora and fauna. Upon arrival at Pontal, you will cross by boat to the Brasília island beach, where you can enjoy a walking tour to visit the Forte Nossa Senhora dos Prazeres (18th century), the island's lighthouse and other points of interest. You will have free time to enjoy the beach. You will return to Pontal do Sul before proceeding to Curitiba.

Curitiba by Night at Santa Felicidade Village:
This village inside Curitiba, was founded by Italian immigrants, and it still claims its original architecture. The village is the astronomical quarter of the city. You will leave the hotel in the beginning of the night and stroll along the streets in Santa Felicidade and enjoy a dinner at a typical restaurant, tasting the local cuisine and wine.