Best of Uruguay

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Tour Overview

See the best of Uruguay in this tour of Carmelo, Colonia and Montevideo. You will explore some of the country’s oldest vineyards, be charmed by colonial architecture, authentic arts and discover some of Uruguay’s hidden gems.

Highlights
Vineyards of Carmelo
Legislative Palace
Port of Colonia
Montevideo

Itinerary

DAY 1
Colonia

Take a private transfer with guide from Colonia’s Port to your Hotel in The Old Town. Half Day Walking Tour with museums & mate tasting (Private Service).

DAY 2
Colonia

Our day begins with a transfer to Bodega el Quinton to enjoy a visit to the vineyards and olive plantations followed by wine and olive oil tasting. Continue onto La Vigna Cheese Farm.

Overnight in Colonia

Breakfast
DAY 3
Colonia - Carmelo

Late morning transfer to Carmelo. On the way, visit Calera de las Huerfanas, old jesuit ruins with historical significance dating back to 1741. Enjoy an evening sunset cruise along the Delta River.

Overnight in Carmelo.

Breakfast
DAY 4
Carmelo

Tour to Carmelo’s wineries, with tastings and lunch. You will visit two iconic wineries of Carmelo’s region.

Overnight in Carmelo.

Breakfast, Lunch
DAY 5
Carmelo - Montevideo

Transfer from Carmelo to Montevideo, capital city of Uruguay. Enjoy an afternoon guided walking city tour to discover the old city of Montevideo.

Overnight in Montevideo.

Breakfast
DAY 6
Montevideo

A complete tour of Montevideo, the modern Capital of Uruguay. Visit the old city, “La Ciudad Vieja, Constitution Square with Cathedral Town Hall. Pass by the Solis Theatre, Independence Square with the Artigas Monument (National Hero) and its Mausoleum. Continue to the main commercial street (18 de Julio) and the Congress Building. Visit the Prado with its famous Rose Garden and the monument, La Diligencia (stagecoach). Continue on to Montevideo Hill for a sight of Montevideo Bay and the old Colonial Fortress, before visiting Batlle and Ordonez parks. Visit the residential area of Carrasco and along the city chain of beaches back to your hotel.

After your tour visit the studio of Lobo Nunez, an afro-Uruguayan drums luthier and percussionist considered a “legend” within the Uruguayan Candombe music genre.

Overnight in Montevideo.

Breakfast
DAY 7
Montevideo

After breakfast, transfer to the airport.

Breakfast

Tour Inclusions

  • Regular ferry
  • Private transfers with English speaking guides
  • Accommodation at First class properties

Tour Exclusions

  • International flights into South America
  • Domestic flights within South America
  • Any items not listed in the inclusions or mentioned in the itinerary

Tour Pricing

Best of Uruguay - 7 Days / 6 Nights
Single
Twin / Double
Best of Uruguay - 7 Days / 6 Nights
$4,720
$3,729
*Contact us for additional tours or triple share prices

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