Location: Colonia del Sacramento
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The historic quarter of Colonia del Sacramento, founded in 1680, evokes old Lisbon with its Portuguese-influenced architecture and winding streets. The area, located in southwestern Uruguay on the Rio de la Plata, was named a UNESCO World Heritage site in 1995. It's an easy day trip by ferry from Buenos Aires, making the beaches a popular Argentinean escape. Major sights include Iglesia Matriz, the country's oldest church, the Municipal Museum and a 17th-century port jutting into the river.
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1. 16-Day South America Tour: Argentina, Uruguay, Iguazu Falls and Rio de Janeiro
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
This South American tour is the adventure of a lifetime enabling you to experience the jewels of Argentina, Brazil & Uruguay on this enthralling 16-day tour which will take you to the main sights in Argentina, Brazil and Uruguay including the two main cities of Buenos Aires and Rio de Janeiro. Starting in Buenos Aires, you’ll catch a Tango show and head out to dinner to sample some of the country’s world famous beef and Malbec wine and a visit to the historic city of Colonia. El Calafate is your next stop. It’s the gateway to Los Glacieres National Park, where highlights include the awe inspiring Perito Moreno Glacier. Then on to Mendoza to taste the world famous Malbecs and experience the mighty Andes on horseback before heading to the thundering waters of Iguazu Falls, where you’ll get to experience both the Argentinean and Brazilian sides. Finally, we take you to the city of Rio de Janeiro, where you will get to see its iconic sites and feel its vibrant culture.
Inclusions: Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Lunch, Lunch, Breakfast, Dinner, Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Transfers in air-conditioned vehicle, Tours & activities as listed, 24 hr emergency service
Exclusions: Gratuities, Travel insurance, International and local flights, Entrance fee to National Parks
Reviewed By CC0913
We did a 12 day customized trip in 2018. Found this company through Zicasso, Kieran was great arranging it all and communication was easy. Our trip started in Buenos Aires where we did a cooking class at the Argentine Experience and took a tango lesson. Our dance instructors took us out to a milongo afterwards and we ended up staying out until 2am. It was great! We felt completely immersed in the culture. We then flew to Iguazu and toured the jungle, got blasted by the falls in a boat ride and saw all the incredible creatures that live there. Our last 5 days were spent hiking in Patagonia where we trekked the Perito Moreno Glacier, visited a ranch, and then drove to El Chalten for the final days. All of our transportation was provided, all internal flights booked by Kieran, and everything was just wonderful. To this day, it’s one of my favorite vacations!
2. 10-Day Best of Buenos Aires and Iguazu Falls Tour
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
Enjoy a 10-day tour of Buenos Aires and Iguazu Falls, the jewels of Argentina. You'll discover this magical city filled with amazing history, fascinating neighborhoods, amazing food, and experience the seduction of the tango. Taste the worlds best beef and the renowned malbec wines during a visit to a working Estancia. Then, you'll live the passion of Argentine football by attending a local soccer match and get to understand why Argentines live and breath football. Finally, you'll see Iguazu Falls, one of the worlds natural wonders, where you will have the opportunity to get close to nature and feel the power of the falls. . You'll be accompanied throughout by a professional guide and have all accommodation and meals included. This tour is ideal for first-time visitors to the region who would love to experience all aspects of the Argentinian culture.
Inclusions: Accommodation as per itinerary, Dinner, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Professional driver/guide, Transport by air-conditioned minivan, Local taxes, Round-trip shared transfer
Exclusions: Domestic flights, insurance
Reviewed By CC0913
We did a 12 day customized trip in 2018. Found this company through Zicasso, Kieran was great arranging it all and communication was easy. Our trip started in Buenos Aires where we did a cooking class at the Argentine Experience and took a tango lesson. Our dance instructors took us out to a milongo afterwards and we ended up staying out until 2am. It was great! We felt completely immersed in the culture. We then flew to Iguazu and toured the jungle, got blasted by the falls in a boat ride and saw all the incredible creatures that live there. Our last 5 days were spent hiking in Patagonia where we trekked the Perito Moreno Glacier, visited a ranch, and then drove to El Chalten for the final days. All of our transportation was provided, all internal flights booked by Kieran, and everything was just wonderful. To this day, it’s one of my favorite vacations!
3. Best Private & Personalized Trip Day to Colonia del Sacramento (from Montevideo)
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 2 reviews
We are a family company dedicated to making our travelers spend their best holidays and enjoy with us. We love to show tourists from all over the world the charms of our country and to make them spend a nice day in a relaxed atmosphere, making a friend in Uruguay at the end of the trip. Visit the town of Colonia del Sacramento on a day trip from Montevideo. Walk along the cobbled streets of the charming colonial town and learn about its history from your tour guide over the course of two hours. Important: Time for lunch in a restaurant in the colonial area is possible if tourists wish.
Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Private transportation, WiFi on board
Exclusions: Gratuities
Reviewed By 771spencerj
My husband and I booked the Best Private and Personalized City Tour in Montevideo for cruise passengers as we had never been to that city. I was able to stay in contact with the tour operator through WhatsApp which gave me an extra layer of comfort. Our tour guide Alvaro picked us up on time right outside of the cruise terminal. His English was great and he was very knowledgeable about the city. Everywhere we went, someone knew him! He spoke about the history of his city, showed us the old town, the historical rich area, government buildings, beautiful architecture, and of course all of the main attractions. We also escaped the downtown area for a bit and explored the beautiful beaches and the area where many of the embassies are located. Overall we were very happy with this tour and because of the personalized aspect of it, we were able to venture and see areas that appealed to us more. I believe that we got to see double the amount of attractions and probably learnt more about the history and day-to-day life of Uruguay than any tour we would have booked on the ship. Alvaro dropped us off at the Meat Market where we tried some of the local BBQ before we headed back onto the ship. We arrived with plenty of time to spare and enjoyed the entire day. Thank you Andres and Alvaro for everything.
4. Guided Day Trip to Colonia del Sacramento from Montevideo
Overall Ratings
4.4 based on 32 reviews
Take a day trip from the city of Montevideo to Colonia del Sacramento. In this 9-hour guided tour, enjoy a golden opportunity to discover this citadel. In 1995, Colonia was listed as a Cultural Heritage site by UNESCO for it's unique historic center, which harbors vestiges of the first Portuguese colony in the Rio de la Plata in 1680, as well as a rich Spanish heritage of the following centuries. This tour is great for history lovers as you stroll through the gate and amidst the centuries-old village and listen to your guide's commentary. Hotel pickup and drop-off and stops along to a local farm, Granja Colonia Collections Museum, and candy shop are included.
Inclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off, Air-conditioned vehicle, Professional guide
Exclusions: Gratuities, Food and drinks, Museum ticket
Reviewed By Paul K
The tour was very good and picked us up at our hotel. We then listened to our guide who explained the itinerary and a bit of history. Our first stop was Piriapolis which was charming. We went to the top of the Cero for a great view and photo opportunity. The tour takes you to the Casapueblo which is an amazing tribute to the famous artist - Carlos Paez Vilaro. It looks like Santorini on steroids. We then went through the back streets of Punta del Este and our guide explained why it's the home of the "rich and famous." We stopped near Play Brava and had some free time to photograph and get a snack. It's a long tour but it's worth it.
5. PACK 3: Transfer in - Tour Montevideo - Punta del Este - Colonia - Transfer out
This pack includes the transfer in (airport or port / hotel in Montevideo) + city tour in Montevideo + full day excursion to Punta del Este + full day excursion to Colonia del Sacramento + transfer out (hotel in Montevideo / airport or port). • THE DATE SELECTED AT THE TIME OF PURCHASE CORRESPONDS TO THE TRANSFER IN (airport or port / hotel in Montevideo). Once you have already completed the purchase please contact us to coordinate the date and time of the other services included. • TRANSFER IN (airport or port / hotel in Montevideo) • CITY TOUR MONTEVIDEO (3 hours) • FULL DAY TOUR PUNTA DEL ESTE (10 hours) • FULL DAY TOUR COLONIA DEL SACRAMENTO (10 hours) • TRANSFER OUT (hotel in Montevideo / airport or port)
Inclusions: Professional guide (Spanish, English and Portuguese), Hotel pickup and drop-off, Round-trip shared transfer from the airport of Montevideo
Exclusions: Food and drinks, Lunch, Gratuities
Reviewed By Flygodess
The winery was excellent and we really enjoyed the wines and the food. However the tour of the City was boring and too long wasted too much time going around and not enough time in the winery. Our bus driver got lost and did not explain what was going on. If on a cruise book the winery you can see the city on your own or the hop on hop off.
6. PACK 6: Tour Montevideo, Punta del Este & Colonia
Montevideo: Half day tour visiting the highlights of the city. (Old City, Port Market, downtown, Plaza Independencia, Palacio Legislativo, the neighborhood known as "El Prado", Estadio Centenario, home of the first FIFA world cup and the residential neighborhoods, and beaches along the Rambla. Punta del Este: Full day tour to know the most important seaside resorts in Uruguay. (It includes a visit to Piriápolis, then the tour continues to Casapueblo, the well-known house - sculpture of the Uruguayan artist Carlos Páez Vilaró (entry not included). Finally, in Punta del Este, we will visit the main neighborhoods, the undulating bridge of La Barra de Maldonado, the Brava and Mansa beaches, La Mano monument and finally the peninsula (downtown). Colonia: a UNESCO World Heritage Site for its well-preserved architectural wealth. We will do a memorable full-day tour to know its stone streets, its old buildings, remains of fortifications and the Spanish and Portuguese museums, etc.
Inclusions: City Tour Montevideo: 3 hour guided tour with an expert tour guide (English, Spanish and..., Full Day Punta del Este: 10 hour guided tour with an expert tour guide (English, Spanish and..., Hotel (in Montevideo) pick-up and drop-off, Transportation in van or bus depending on the number of passengers, Air-conditioned vehicle, Full Day Colonia: 10 hour guided tour with an expert tour guide (English, Spanish and...
Exclusions: Admission to Casapueblo (the museum), Accommodation, Food & drinks, Gratuities, Admission to museums in Colonia
Reviewed By Flygodess
The winery was excellent and we really enjoyed the wines and the food. However the tour of the City was boring and too long wasted too much time going around and not enough time in the winery. Our bus driver got lost and did not explain what was going on. If on a cruise book the winery you can see the city on your own or the hop on hop off.
7. Full day Colonia del Sacramento from Buenos Aires with fast ferry and transfers
Enjoy a full day tour to Colonia del Sacramento, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This tour includes round trip transportation from any downtown hotel in Buenos Aires or Buenos Aires Cruise Port. Fast ferry (1.15 hours) tickets departing from Buenos Aires at 8.15am and arriving back at 9.30pm. Walking tour with lunch at a local restaurant with 1 non alcoholic drink.
Inclusions: Round trip transfers from Buenos Aires Cruise Terminal or any downtown hotel to Ferry Port., Fast ferry ticket - round trip from Buenos Aires to Colonia and back., Lunch at a local restaurant, set menu with 1 non alcoholic drink included., Colonia del Sacramento walking tour.
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Reviewed By lennif2016
Unfortunately our guide didnt speak well. But "the translator" did speak worse. So the whole travel they tried to get across their tellings but interrupting each other all the time in spanish or english leading to the point where nobody understood anything anymore. The nature on the peninsula was great, the view points for sea lions or sea elephants were disappointing as the animals were hard to spot in the distance. The pengiuns were adorable and we got to see other animals like owls, the pampa rabbit-dogs and loads of guanacos. I enjoyed the day but I wished the guides were a bit better prepared for that high price. The bus in total payed neraly 2000 $, so I feel a good organized and well explained trip could be expected.
8. Half day city tour in Colonia de Sacramento, Uruguay
This Colonia City Tour will pick you up from your hotel. Your first stop is the historic quarter of the city, where you will go on a walking tour through the cobblestone streets, seeing the old buildings, remnants of fortifications and Spanish and Portuguese museums, which protect and display the historical heritage listed by UNESCO as a Heritage of Humanity. After this cultural visit, the guided tour will then take you to the modern city centre and port zone, before continuing on to the forest reserve, Fernando Beach and the beautiful waterfront avenue, where you can appreciate the views of the Rio de la Plata. From this point, you will continue to the Real de San Carlos to see the Plaza de Toros (Bullring), the Frontón de Paleta Vasca (pelota court – used for a game of hand or racket ball played against a wall), the Hipódromo (race track) and the old dock. Finally, the shuttle will take you back to your hotel.
Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle
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9. Half day city tour in Montevideo
Montevideo is the capital and most populated city of Uruguay. It is also the administrative headquarters of the MERCOSUR. It has its coastline on the Rio de la Plata (River Plate) and boasts an ideal bay that forms a natural harbor. It provides all kinds of cultural, gastronomic and entertainment attractions as well as outdoor walks along its rambla, squares, parks and historical buildings. The tour shows the most spectacular landmarks of the city: Plaza Independencia, Executive Tower where the offices of the President of the Republic are located, Palacio Salvo, the Solís Theater, Port Market, Agricultural Market, the Legislative Palace home of the legislative branch, the Constituency Obelisk of 1830, the Estadio Centenario and much more. Along the United Nation’s promenade we start the way back to downtown going through Punta Gorda and stopping in Plaza Virgilio where you’ll get one of the most spectacular panoramic views of the coast.
Inclusions: Tour Guide
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10. Excursion to Colonia de Sacramento from Montevideo
Pick up from your hotel in Montevideo to start a Colonia City Tour. Once in Colonia, your first stop is the historic quarter of the city, where you will go on a walking tour through the cobblestone streets, seeing the old buildings, remnants of fortifications and Spanish and Portuguese museums, which protect and display the historical heritage listed by UNESCO as a Heritage of Humanity. After this cultural visit, the guided tour will then take you to the modern city centre and port zone, before continuing on to the forest reserve, Fernando Beach and the beautiful waterfront avenue, where you can appreciate the views of the Rio de la Plata. From this point, you will continue to the Real de San Carlos to see the Plaza de Toros (Bullring), the Frontón de Paleta Vasca (pelota court – used for a game of hand or racket ball played against a wall), the Hipódromo (race track) and the old dock. Finally, the shuttle will take you back to your hote in Montevideo.
Inclusions: Certified tourist guide
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