35 days in State of Santa Catarina Itinerary

Jaguaruna is a municipality in the state of Santa Catarina in the South region of Brazil.The city is served by Humberto Ghizzo Bortoluzzi Regional Airport. Kick off your visit on the 17th (Fri): examine the collection at Cidade de Jaguaruna Museum and then enjoy the sand and surf at Arroio Corrente Beach.

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Rio de Janeiro to Jaguaruna is an approximately 16-hour car ride. Traveling from Rio de Janeiro in December, you can expect nighttime temperatures to be slightly colder in Jaguaruna, with lows of 23°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 17th (Fri) so you can drive to Orleans.

Orleans is a Brazilian municipality in the state of Santa Catarina. Kick off your visit on the 18th (Sat): see the interesting displays at Open Air Princesa Isabel Museum and then steep yourself in history at Paroquia Santa Otilia.

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Drive from Jaguaruna to Orleans in 1.5 hours. In December, daytime highs in Orleans are 34°C, while nighttime lows are 23°C. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 18th (Sat) to allow enough time to drive to Urubici.

With average temperatures ranging between 12 C (54 F) and 16 C (61 F), and the possibility of snow in winter, Urubici is officially the coldest town in Brazil.

Urubici is known for nature, sightseeing, and historic sites. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: take some stellar pictures from Morro da Igreja, explore the striking landscape at Pedra Furada, take in the awesome beauty at Morro do Campestre, and steep yourself in history at Inscricoes Rupestres.

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You can drive from Orleans to Urubici in 2 hours. Due to the time zone difference, you'll gain 1 hour traveling from Orleans to Urubici. Cap off your sightseeing on the 21st (Tue) early enough to go by car to Lages.

Lages, formerly Lajens, is a Brazilian municipality located in the central part of the state of Santa Catarina, in the region known in Portuguese as "Planalto Serrano".It is located in the mountain region of the state and is the largest municipality of it. Explore Lages' surroundings by going to Vinicola Abreu Garcia (in Campo Belo do Sul) and Serra do Rio do Rastro (in Lauro Muller). There's lots more to do: take in the architecture and atmosphere at Catedral Nossa Senhora dos Prazeres, let the kids burn off some steam at Jonas Ramos Park, examine the collection at Thiago de Castro History Museum, and explore the stunning scenery at Canion da Ronda.

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Traveling by car from Urubici to Lages takes 2 hours. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 23rd (Thu) so you can go by car to Criciuma.

Criciúma is a city in the Brazilian state of Santa Catarina. You'll find plenty of places to visit near Criciuma: Morro Dos Conventos Beach (in Ararangua) and Igreja de Nossa Senhora do Perpetuo Socorro (in Bom Jardim da Serra). There's much more to do: don't miss a visit to Praca do Congresso, stroll around Parque das Nacoes Cincinato Naspolini, browse the different shops at Nacoes Shopping, and catch a live event at Heriberto Hulse Stadium.

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Traveling by car from Lages to Criciuma takes 4 hours. Traveling from Lages to Criciuma, you'll lose 1 hour due to the time zone difference. In December, daytime highs in Criciuma are 34°C, while nighttime lows are 23°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 26th (Sun) early enough to drive to Tubarao.

Tubarão is a Brazilian municipality located in southern part of Santa Catarina state. On the 27th (Mon), tour the old-fashioned way with Museu Ferroviario de Tubarao, stroll around Parque Ambiental Tractebel, then stop by Farol Shopping, and finally stop by Mr. Beer.

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Drive from Criciuma to Tubarao in an hour. In December, daily temperatures in Tubarao can reach 34°C, while at night they dip to 23°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 28th (Tue) to allow enough time to drive to Garopaba.

Once a sleepy fishing village, Garopaba has managed to retain much of its low-key charm despite the thousands of visitors who flock to its shores.

On the 28th (Tue), tour the pleasant surroundings at Ferrugem Beach and then enjoy the sand and surf at Praia do Rosa. Keep things going the next day: make a trip to Praca 21 de Abril, kick back and relax at Garopaba Beach, and then tour the pleasant surroundings at Silveira Beach.

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Drive from Tubarao to Garopaba in 1.5 hours. December in Garopaba sees daily highs of 32°C and lows of 24°C at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 30th (Thu) early enough to go by car to Florianopolis.

Divided between island and mainland, the distinctive city of Florianopolis charms visitors on first arrival with its impressive skyline.

Florianopolis is known for beaches, sightseeing, and nature. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: tour the pleasant surroundings at Jurere Beach, steep yourself in history at Igreja de Sant'Anna, enjoy the sand and surf at Lagoinha do Leste, and take in the dramatic scenery at Praia da Solidao.

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Drive from Garopaba to Florianopolis in 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. December in Florianopolis sees daily highs of 32°C and lows of 24°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 3rd (Mon) so you can drive to Blumenau.

Founded in 1850 by a dozen German immigrants, Blumenau remains a place apart from the rest of Brazil largely thanks to its distinct European culture, architecture, and cuisine.

Change things up with these side-trips from Blumenau: Brusque (Gruta de Nossa Senhora de Caravaggio, Praca Vicente So, &more). Next up on the itinerary: let little ones run wild at Vila Germanica Park, take in the spiritual surroundings of Santuario Nossa Senhora Aparecida, walk around Ramiro Ruediger Park, and see the interesting displays at Hering Museum.

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You can drive from Florianopolis to Blumenau in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. In January, plan for daily highs up to 34°C, and evening lows to 26°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 6th (Thu) to allow enough time to drive to Pomerode.

Founded in the 1860s by Pomeranian Germans, the small town of Pomerode boasts a well-developed tourist infrastructure that makes it a popular vacation destination for thousands of foreign visitors.

Start off your visit on the 7th (Fri): stroll around Vila Encantada, then contemplate the long history of Portal Turistico Sul, then get to know the fascinating history of Centro Historico, and finally meet the residents at Zoo Pomerode.

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Traveling by car from Blumenau to Pomerode takes an hour. Alternatively, you can take a bus. In January, plan for daily highs up to 34°C, and evening lows to 26°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 7th (Fri) so you can go by car to Balneario Camboriu.

A resort town located just 10 km (6.2 mi) south of the city of Itajai, Balneario Camboriu is sometimes called the Brazilian Dubai--a reference to its dominant skyscrapers, sandy coastline, and jet-set appeal.

Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Balneario Camboriu: Penha (Beto Carrero World & Sao Joao Batista Chapel), Bombinhas (Trilha da Tainha, Praia de Mariscal, &more) and Praia de Bombas (in Bombas). The adventure continues: catch a ride on Parque Unipraias Camboriu, admire the landmark architecture of Paroquia Santissimo Sacramento, don't miss a visit to Avenida Atlantica, and appreciate the history behind Cristo Luz.

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You can drive from Pomerode to Balneario Camboriu in 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. In January, daily temperatures in Balneario Camboriu can reach 34°C, while at night they dip to 26°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 17th (Mon) to allow enough time to drive to Joinville.

You'll feel a distinctly European atmosphere on your trip to Joinville, a city of about 550,000 in southern Brazil.

Start off your visit on the 17th (Mon): take in the architecture and atmosphere at Catedral de Joinville - Sao Francisco Xavier, stop by Shopping Mueller Joinville, then get all the information you need at Portico e Moinho da XV, then get to know the fascinating history of Estrada Bonita, and finally stop by Garten Shopping.

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Traveling by car from Balneario Camboriu to Joinville takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. In January, plan for daily highs up to 36°C, and evening lows to 25°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 18th (Tue) early enough to drive to Penha.

A trip to Penha usually starts at the town's major point of interest: one of the largest theme parks in Latin America.

On the 18th (Tue), enjoy the sand and surf at Picarras Beach and then stroll through Grant Beach. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: kick back and relax at Praia Vermelha and then buy something for everyone on your list at FIP Feira da Moda.

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Getting from Joinville to Penha by car takes about 1.5 hours. Other options: take a bus. In January, plan for daily highs up to 34°C, and evening lows to 26°C. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 20th (Thu) to allow enough time to fly back home.