5-Day Short Trip to Uruguay
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Spend five days in Uruguay on this short but sweet trip, peppered with cultural insights, tales of the past and sprinklings of mate tea.
You'll base yourself in Montevideo, the capital for the majority of your trip, taking a day trip to the coastal town Punta del Este before you journey out to an Estancia on your way to your final destination Colonia del Sacramento, the oldest in the country.
You'll base yourself in Montevideo, the capital for the majority of your trip, taking a day trip to the coastal town Punta del Este before you journey out to an Estancia on your way to your final destination Colonia del Sacramento, the oldest in the country.
Itinerary
Day 1
Arrive in Montevideo
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On your arrival into Montevideo, you'll check into your hotel and take some rest after your trip. You can stretch your legs by walking around the city centre to familiarise yourself at the start of your 5 days in Uruguay.
Accommodation
Vivaldi Hotel★4 star
Transportations
Private Driver from Montevideo Airport to Montevideo
Destinations
Montevideo Department
Day 2
Montevideo City Tour
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This morning, head into Montevideo for a city tour. The main points of interest will be in the historic city centre where you will visit the Plaza de Constitucion with the cathedral and the colonial town hall. Then you will proceed to the Congress Building, Mercado Agricola Montevideo, passing by the Obelisk to Batlle and Ordoñez Park and the Centenario Soccer Stadium where the very first World Cup final was played. Afterwards, visit Pocitos Beach and take a stroll along to Ramirez Beach.
Accommodation
Vivaldi Hotel★4 star
Activities
City Tour of Montevideo with the Congress Building
Montevideo
Meals
Breakfast
Destinations
Montevideo Department
Montevideo
Day 3
Punta del Este City Tour from Montevideo
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Today, you'll drive towards Piriapolis, a coastal city located 19 miles from Punta del Este. The city, built during the time of the “belle époque”, has the look of Europe’s Côte d’Azur. You'll then continue to Punta del Este. The next stops will be at Portezuelo and Punta Ballena for sweeping views up and down the coast). You'll visit the Museum Casapueblo, the home and atelier of the famous Uruguayan artist Carlos Paez Vilaro. After your tour, return to Montevideo for the evening.
Accommodation
Vivaldi Hotel★4 star
Activities
Scenic Journey to Punta del Este & City Tour
Piriapolis
Museo Casapueblo
Restaurants
Restaurant Primuseum MontevideoOptional Activity
Transportations
Private Driver from Punta del Este to Montevideo
Meals
Breakfast
Destinations
Montevideo Department
Punta del Este
Piriápolis
Punta Ballena
Montevideo
Day 4
Full-Day Trip to Estancia Finca Piedra
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Today you will enjoy a full-day excursion to Estancia Finca Piedra. This historic Estancia was once one of Uruguay's most important meat producers. You can either go for a horse ride or a carriage ride through the immediate surroundings of the Estancia. You will be introduced to the mate culture, a social tradition of the country. You can visit the animal reserve of the Estancia, enjoy the atmosphere of the Estancia and relax a little. You'll be transferred to Colonia afterwards.
Accommodation
Don Antonio Posada★3 star
Activities
A Full-Day at Estancia Finca Piedra from Montevideo
Transportations
Private Driver from Finca Piedra - Ranch - Hotel to Colonia del Sacramento
Meals
Lunch
Destinations
Montevideo Department
San José Department
Colonia del Sacramento
Day 5
City Tour of Colonia del Sacramento and Buenos Aires
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Walk into the historical centre for a stroll along the picturesque cobblestone streets of Uruguay’s oldest city. One of the highlights is the Calle de Los Suspiros, often used as scenery for historical films. Colonia complements its archaeological values with natural beauty; the River Plate and the monuments that stand out on the horizon, such as the cathedral and the lighthouse. After your tour, you'll board the ferry for your next destination, Buenos Aires.
Activities
Colonia del Sacramento City Tour
Meals
Breakfast
Destinations
Colonia del Sacramento
Included in Price
- 4 nights accommodation
- 7 activities
- 3 breakfasts and 1 lunch
- Airport transfer
- Entrance fees
- Ground transportation
- Licensed English speaking guides
Not Included in Price
- Alcohol beverages
- Domestic flights
- Entry visas / airport departure tax
- Gratuities
- International flights
- Laundry
- Personal expenses
- Travel insurance
- Trekking permits
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