Top 10 Private Tours in Punta del Este, Maldonado Department

September 28, 2021 Roger Rusk

Punta del Este is known as the St. Tropez of Uruguay, thanks to its beautiful beaches, upscale resorts and swanky nightclubs. The Vegas-style Conrad Casino adds to the lively entertainment scene. For a break from surf and sand, saddle up with a local gaucho and ride horseback through the wild plains surrounding the city.
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1. Best Private & Personalized Trip Day to Punta del Este (from Montevideo)

Blanco Tour
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We are a small 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 day. We jealously care for the comfort and safety of our travelers during our trip and we are available to meet each of your expectations. Beautiful full day tour to visit the most important seaside resort in Uruguay and one of the most recognized in South America.

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Private transportation, WiFi on board

Exclusions: Tickets to entry to Casapueblo, Museum of Carlos Paéz Vilaro (prize for person 10 dollars), Lunch, 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.

2. Art Lovers - Visit Iconic CasaPueblo

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Club Hotel Casapueblo is located in Punta Ballena, 15km west of Punta del Este. We designed this Sightseeing, Art & Cultural tour specifically for you in mind. You will get to see amazing artwork by multifaceted artist Carlos Paez Viralo. His meeting with Pablo Picasso in France inspired him to try his hand at pottery and, upon his return to Uruguay, he founded the Ceramic Artisans Workshop. In Ecuador, he wove tapestries with the Otavalo Indians. In Tahiti, he produced his collection of wraparound shawls for the native women on the island. In Washington, D.C, in 1960, he painted his “Roots of Peace” mural, then considered to be the longest in the world. He also left his mark in the form of a large mural in Dr. Albert Schweitzer’s leprosy hospital in Lambaréné. In Uruguay, he painted the sails of the “Capitán Miranda” naval training ship, police patrol cars, and the plane used by the national airline. He recorded several musical pieces and produced many films.

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Private transportation

Exclusions: Gratuities, Entrance fees

Reviewed By nathanecaldwell

We may have gotten the last Wine Experience event for a while. Ryan Hamilton was able to move our event from a dinner to a lunch event as the hotel it was being held at was closing due to COVID-19! We moved our bus departure from Montevideo up by 3 hours to meet Ryan in Punta del Este. It all worked out even better than dinner would have, as there wouldn't have been a sunset because the clouds moved in while we were enjoying great wines, and wonderful foods, and a great conversation with Ryan. He is a consummate host and sommelier, and we benefited from his extensive experience in the hospitality and wine industries. We truly hope that he is able to offer his Experiences when Uruguay and other countries permit international travel again , because a Ryan Hamilton Wine Experience is well worth the money and not to be missed!

3. Punta del Este Shore Excursion: Private Sightseeing Tour of Punta del Este

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Explore the sophisticated resort town of Punta del Este on this 4-hour private shore excursion. With a private guide, enjoy a scenic drive with stunning views from Punta Ballena before you explore downtown highlights and coastal neighborhoods. You’ll see Punta del Este's yachts and sailboats as you stroll along the lovely seaport of unspoiled Playa Brava. Then enjoy free time walking down Gorlero Avenue to browse the local shops.

Inclusions: Professional guide, Port pickup and drop-off, Viator's worry-free policy

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Gratuities

Reviewed By mildersa_ll2020

Punta del Este is a worldwide recognized tourist destination. The uruguayan city is surrounded by beaches and has a wide hotel capacity, it stands as one of the most chosen tourist destinations in the summer in the southern cone. The peninsula stands out for having two beaches, one of the Rio de la Plata and the other of the Atlantic Sea. The locals are very friendly and there is a wide range of activities, a casino on Gorlero Avenue, a large number of restaurants where you can taste the famous Uruguayan goat. its beaches are beautiful and its people too.

4. Sightseeing Lovers - Best of Montevideo to Punta del Este!

The Wine Experience

The Wine Experience pioneered Wine Tourism in Uruguay and is proud to be Number 1 on Trip Advisor for 10 years running. We have since been creating Cultural & Sightseeing Tours that best promote Uruguay. This tour was specifically designed for small groups of 8 or more persons, so perfect for small groups, families or cruise ship groups. We created an itinerary, where you will see the Best of Montevideo & Punta del Este in one day hosted by a local guide. We always keep in mind that you have travelled from afar to experience something special. Together with our small team, our goal is to make it as personable as possible (like hanging out with a new friend). We see ourselves as ambassadors of this beautiful country and see it as a privilege to show you the best of what's around. We can't wait to meet you and share this experience :)

Inclusions: Local Uruguayan Guide, Hotel/Port/Airport pickup and drop-off, Private tour for 8 or more persons, Small group tour perfect for cruise ships, small groups and families!, Transport by air-conditioned minivan, Number 1 on Trip Advisor for 10 years running!

Exclusions: Food and drinks, unless specified, Gratuities

Reviewed By FarAway144408

Ryan is a wonderful host! He is super knowledgeable about wine as well as the locations he took me. He's a great conversationalist and did an excellent job with providing an amazing wine tasting experience! So far, I have had two wine tasting experiences with Ryan and am hoping I can do one more before I leave Uruguay. If you like adventure and going a little off the beaten path, Ryan is your guy.

5. Art Studio Tour in Punta del Este

The Artist Studio Tour is a one-of-a-kind luxury travel experience for art lovers and art buyers offering participants a unique opportunity to visit three or four artists’ studios and to speak with the artists about their work and creative experience in the intimacy of their private work spaces. Get to know Punta del Este contemporary art scene on a half-day tour of local studios that lets you hear from the artists themselves. Get to know the people behind Uruguay´s freshest creative works as you learn about the techniques and inspiration that bring their visions to life.

Inclusions: Driver/guide, Hotel pickup, Hotel drop-off, Bottled water, Wine tasting, Snacks, Coffee and/or Tea

Exclusions: Lunch

6. Private Visit to Punta del Este from Montevideo by Van

EUROPE SHUTTLE Montevideo, Uruguay

Enjoy a Punta del Este private visit from Montevideo City with your local guide including pickup and drop off at your hotel in Montevideo or at the Port. Discover the most important places of the city in a 10 hours tour by private Van, Hyundai H1 (up to 6 pax), Renault Master or Mercedes Benz Sprinter (up to 12 pax).

Inclusions: Transport by private vehicle: Hyundai H1 (up to 6 pax), Renault Master or Mercedes Benz Sprinter (up to 12 pax), Chauffeur, Private Bilingual Guide (English-Spanish), Bottled water, All taxes, fees and handling charges, Hotel/Port pickup and drop-off, Pick up: Maximum waiting time included 20 minutes, Meet & Greet by professional Chauffeur

Exclusions: Lunch, Gratuities (recomended up to 20%, Food and drinks

7. Uruguay - Punta del Este - 3 Day Private Tour

Av. Antártida Argentina 821, Buenos Aires, Argentina Tours4U

Discover why Punta is among South America's most preferred destinations! Not only will you travel to one of the world's most beautiful resorts, you will also travel along with someone who deeply knows and loves this city. Every detail of this experience was tailor-made so that you can enjoy the best Punta del Este has to offer!

Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Private transportation, 2-night hotel accommodation

Exclusions: Lunch, Dinner

8. Punta del Este Special Art Tour

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RALLI MUSEUM The Ralli Museums is focused on drawing attention to the works of living Latin-American Artists. Additionally, it exhibits works by European 15th through 18th. Century artists, post-impressionism collections as well as paintings and sculptures representing other artistic trends. PABLO ATCHUGARRY SCULPTURE PARK The complex is immersed in an International Sculpture Park of 30 hectares designed in dialogue with the landscape, that offers the visitor a natural setting to appreciate the monumentality of the work of national and international artists, where a special care has been placed in the attention to the diversity of expressive languages. Diversity that is transformed into a value, in order for us to discover our own identity. Essential bases for pacific and harmonious coexistence in a cosmopolitan and multiethnic society. Pablo Atchugarry works are included in many major collections and he has held more than one hundred solo and collective exhibitions worldwide.

Inclusions: Private transportation, Professional driver

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Reviewed By mildersa_ll2020

Punta del Este is a worldwide recognized tourist destination. The uruguayan city is surrounded by beaches and has a wide hotel capacity, it stands as one of the most chosen tourist destinations in the summer in the southern cone. The peninsula stands out for having two beaches, one of the Rio de la Plata and the other of the Atlantic Sea. The locals are very friendly and there is a wide range of activities, a casino on Gorlero Avenue, a large number of restaurants where you can taste the famous Uruguayan goat. its beaches are beautiful and its people too.

9. Art Lovers - Visit World Renowned Pablo Atchugarry Foundation!

The Wine Experience

Pablo Atchugarry Foundation is a non-profit institution inaugurated in 2007 in Punta del Este. We are the leader in Sightseeing, Art & Cultural Tours in Uruguay and was specifically designed for you in mind. The foundation was created with the spirit of promoting visual arts, literature, music, dance and other creative outputs. This social and cultural project is constructed in a dynamic and constant way and it is consolidated through the work and experience of its founder. The premises are composed of the sculptor’s workshop, a building with three exposition rooms, an auditorium (destined for concerts, projections and conferences), an open air stage for a variety of shows, a didactic room where sculpture, painting, drawing and ceramic classes are held, and a space which holds the permanent collection and the work of the founder. A 30-hectare sculpture park surrounds the compound. At the same time there is a large parking space and a heliport.

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Private transportation, Entry

Exclusions: Gratuities , Lunch

Reviewed By nathanecaldwell

We may have gotten the last Wine Experience event for a while. Ryan Hamilton was able to move our event from a dinner to a lunch event as the hotel it was being held at was closing due to COVID-19! We moved our bus departure from Montevideo up by 3 hours to meet Ryan in Punta del Este. It all worked out even better than dinner would have, as there wouldn't have been a sunset because the clouds moved in while we were enjoying great wines, and wonderful foods, and a great conversation with Ryan. He is a consummate host and sommelier, and we benefited from his extensive experience in the hospitality and wine industries. We truly hope that he is able to offer his Experiences when Uruguay and other countries permit international travel again , because a Ryan Hamilton Wine Experience is well worth the money and not to be missed!

10. Bachelorette party in Punta del Este! THE BEST PARTIES !!!

Vip Van tours

VARIOUS Vehicles with quality attention and service.  Choose your destination or destinations for guaranteed fun. We pick them up at your home and return them with a safe return guarantee.

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Private transportation

Exclusions: Gratuities, Parking Fees, Not included income or tickets or drinks in general

Reviewed By Ruthdombc

We were notified less than 24 hours by the cruise ship captain that we would not be able to tender into the port to meet the tour guide due to the weather. I realize they had a 24 hours cancellation policy, however our captain was not able to notify us in time to cancel. I did try to arrange with this company to meet us the next day to provide a tour but they indicated that this was not possible. In spite of this I tried to get a refund from Viator after returning from the cruise with no luck. They are willing to give us a 25.00 credit which we will never use. I do not recommend anyone on a cruise not to prebook a tour to this port due to weather issuses. I did learn from others on that tour were refunded half of the price which I would have accepted.

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