What to do and see in Uruguay, Uruguay: The Best Day Trips from

April 24, 2022 Nobuko Falco

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1. Punta del Este - Full day tour from Montevideo

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Beautiful full day tour to know the most important seaside resorts in Uruguay and one of the most recognized in South America. On the way we will visit Piriápolis, in this beach resort we will stop at the promenade facing the iconic Hotel Argentino and we will ascend by vehicle to Cerro San Antonio to appreciate the unparalleled view. The next place to visit will be Casapueblo, the well-known house - sculpture of the Uruguayan artist Carlos Páez Vilaró (entry not included). Finally, already in Punta del Este, we will visit the main neighborhoods, such as Beverly Hills, San Rafael, Cantegril, Golf, the undulating bridge of La Barra de Maldonado, the Brava and Mansa beaches, the La Mano monument and finally the center and the peninsula . Free time for lunch and walking, shopping or going to the beach. Departure to Montevideo in the afternoon.

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Hotel (in Montevideo) pick-up and drop-off

Exclusions: Lunch, Admission to Casapueblo (the museum)

2. Colonia del Sacramento - Full day tour from Montevideo

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UNESCO has declared this ancient Portuguese city of the seventeenth century a World Heritage Site for its well-preserved architectural wealth. Memorable full day tour to know its stone streets, its old buildings, remains of fortifications and the Spanish and Portuguese museums, among others. We will also visit the city center, the port area, the Ferrando beach, the forest reserve and its beautiful "Rambla", to reach the Real de San Carlos to appreciate in this area the old bullfight square, the fronton court, the hippodrome and the old pier. We will also visit the well-known Granja Arenas, a place where cheeses and homemade jams are made and the Museum of the Collections.

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Hotel (in Montevideo) pick-up and drop-off

Exclusions: Lunch, Museum tickets

3. Best Private & Personalized Trip Day to Punta del Este (from Montevideo)

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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.

4. Full Day Punta del Este

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Small groups, professional tour guides, flexibility and excellence are outstanding characteristics of our tours.

Inclusions: Experienced guide

Exclusions: Ticket to visit the musseum of Casapueblo (optional), The tour guide can suggest a restuarant by the paxs are free to choose

Reviewed By James N

I always love to take a tour when we arrive somewhere new. Of course perfect weather is always prefered, but on this tour on this day it was rainy. However Marcella our guide and driver as we call him Wally made the rainy day sunshine. I can't remember a tour where I laughed and learned so much. There wasn't an empty seat and we were the only 2 english speaking guest and what a blast. Marcella gave us a tour to remember and Wally drove us safely to and from. We highly recommend this tour and cross your fingers you have Marbella and Wally even if it rains ! Thanks Jim & Bruce

5. Private Wine Tours by Wine Explorers Uruguay

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If you are a wine lover or simply want to know the best wineries in Uruguay, their production process and be received by the owners of the establishments, you should not miss this experience! Verónica González, the owner of the company will accompany you personally, take you in her car, have lunch with you and make many recommendations that will improve your stay in Uruguay. In addition you may have the possibility to interact with someone local and learn more about Uruguayan culture!!

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Lunch, Alcoholic Beverages, Bottled water

Exclusions: Propinas

Reviewed By BostonAbroad20

My family and I had such a wonderful day visiting two wineries outside of Montevideo. Our guide, Erin, welcomed us at the cruise ship port and guided us through a day of wine tasting. We learned so much about the wine making process and enjoyed a variety of excellent wines. The day was certainly a highlight of our vacation!

6. Visit 2 wineries in a day

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If you are a wine lover or simply want to know the best wineries in Uruguay, their production process and be received by the owners of the establishments, you should not miss this experience! Verónica González, the owner of the company will accompany you personally, take you in her car, have lunch with you and make many recommendations that will improve your stay in Uruguay. In addition you may have the possibility to interact with someone local and learn more about Uruguayan culture!!

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Alcoholic Beverages, Bottled water, Lunch

Exclusions: Propinas

Reviewed By CalgaryTraveler30

I live in Montevideo and wanted to learn more about the Uruguay wine scene. I tried out Wine Explorers and found Victoria and Tavis to be excellent guides and very communicative. They are very organized and do the tours in both English and Spanish. The bodegas we have visited have all been rockstar wines and a unique and wonderful experience for someone new to the wine scene and for a seasoned connoisseur. I highly recommend going on these tours.

7. Best Private Montevideo Shore Excursion: City Tour. Optional WineTasting Tour.

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While in port in Montevideo, enjoy a private, 4-hour shore excursion of Uruguay’s charming capital city. With a private guide, see top attractions like Parliament Palace, Constitution Square and Independence Plaza. You’ll visit several coastal barrios, learning about the distinctive design of the buildings along with Montevideo’s history. View the city’s coastline with its picturesque beaches and stroll the waterfront walkway in Old City. You can also upgrade to include a winemaking tour at a local vineyard and a tasting of Uruguay’s award-winning tannat wine.

Inclusions: Professional guide, Port pickup and drop-off, Wine tasting + empanadas (if option selected), Viator's worry-free policy

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Wine tasting + empanadas (if option not selected), 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.

8. Guided Day Trip to Colonia del Sacramento from Montevideo

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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.

9. Full day Punta del Este tour

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It is done in new units with air conditioning, wifi on board and the best guides to help you throughout the journey. Time for photos at each stop and free time to enjoy the city.

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, WiFi on board

Exclusions: Lunch

Reviewed By kiltmaker2

in general, tourist come to this place to mark their arrival at this beautiful city. Besides the landmark, it also offer a great view of the La Plata river, next to the mini skyline.

10. Day Trip to Colonia from Montevideo

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Get to know the city of Colonia del Sacramento on a day trip from Montevideo! Discover the colonial charm and history of this coastal city as you explore the cobblestone streets with your knowledgeable guide. Visit Barrio Histórico -- Colonia's historic area and a UNESCO World Heritage Site -- and see Real de San Carlos, Fernando's Beach and more. As you wander through Colonia’s wharf and downtown areas and admire unique colonial architecture, you’ll feel as though you’ve journeyed back in time.

Inclusions: Day trip to Colonia del Sacramento, Professional English-, Spanish- and Portuguese-speaking guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off

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.

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