Uruguay Highlights / 12 days
Itinerary / 100% Flexible
Day 1 - Arrive in Colonia del Sacramento & Private Transfer Hotel / Afternoon: Private Walking Historical Tour
Founded by the Portuguese in 1680, Colonia del Sacramento is located at the tip of a peninsula with a strategic short position on the north shore of the Río de la Plata, facing Buenos Aires. In the region, the Historic Quarter of Cologne is the only example of an urban plan That does not conform to the rigid "checkerboard" grid imposed by Spain under the "Laws of the Indies." Instead, this city has a free plan adapted to the topographical features of the site, although Strongly Influenced By Its military function. Declared "Cultural Heritage of Humanity" by UNESCO in 1995, it offers visitors the mysteries of STI STI cobblestones streets.
Afternoon: Private Historical Walking Tour
Visit the most attractive places of Colonia del Sacramento with your own guide and enjoy a pleasant two-hour tour of this 17th century Portuguese City. Learn of its history, and explore its national monuments and historic buildings.
Highlights
• Visit the most attractive places of Colonia del Sacramento
• Enjoy the natural beauty of the Forestall Reserve
• Learn about Uruguay and enjoy the chance to see the history behind this proud country
Day 2 - Transfer to Carmelo (80km) at "Carmelo Resort & Spa" by Hyatt
After breakfast you will be land transfer to Carmelo to enjoy and relax at the amazing "Carmelo Resort & Spa" by Hyatt.
Strategically located on the banks of Rio de la Plata, through forests of pine and eucalyptus, Carmelo Resort & Spa, A Hyatt Hotel offers three luxurious options for your stay, either overlooking the vineyard, the forest or the river. At this spectacular hotel in Carmelo, the 20 bungalows and 24 Bi-Level suites have all the services and amenities of a luxury resort and include private terraces ideal for relaxing and having breakfast or dinner outdoors.
Our Hyatt Hotel in Carmelo offers tempting culinary options that embrace the resort’s East-meets-West sensibility and sets us apart from other Uruguy resorts..
Pura, our main restaurant, offers the very best of the country's local flavor for lunch and dinner. It's here that you'll find a variety international Mediterranean dishes and our traditional Uruguayan barbeque. Pura's menu features local market foods prepared in a traditional South American way. Our daily specials use both the clay oven and the indoor barbecue pit, where we prepare the traditional Uruguayan asado. Menus change with the seasonal harvest. Pura also offers a children's menu.
Explore all that surrounds our hotel in Carmelo. Located just 5 minutes away, the world-class Golf Club winds around lakes, wetlands, native trees and grasses. Relax on beaches close to the resort or enjoy a nearby winery.
We have adult and child bikes for our guests looking to explore the vicinity of one of the finest Uruguay luxury resorts, visit the nearby Puerto Camacho or simply wander the extraordinary and unique landscape surrounding the Carmelo Resort & Spa, A Hyatt Hotel.
At our Hyatt Hotel in Carmelo, waterfalls surround our stunning outdoor pool along with designer furniture to relax and enjoy a day in the sun. From the pool terrace you can appreciate the wonderful view of the vineyards, the river and the ancient trees fo the native forest. This scenery makes our luxury Uruguay resort the ideal place to enjoy a glass of wine at sunset.
Chandra spa and fitness center offers amenities such as cardiovascular machines, dry sauna, massage, indoor heated pool, and water and beauty treatments. In addition, we strive to provide our guests with mental and spiritual wellbeing through yoga relaxation therapies, meditation sessions, and aromatherapy.
At Carmelo Resort & Spa, A Hyatt Hotel, our meeting facilities combine well-equipped conference rooms with a fantastic setting and stunning views of the Rio de la Plata. Our Uruguay resort offers a 106-square-metre (1,141-square-foot) boardroom with connecting terrace, ideal for exclusive executive retreats and additonal conference space for up to 150 people.
If you love fishing from a boat, you should not miss this chance to visit the finest fishing ports of the Río de la Plata and Rio Uruguay, guided by a local expert who will share his secrets.
Enjoy a relaxing tour through the islands of the delta, discovering the waters of Río de Paraná, Río de la Plata and Río Uruguay, with magnificent views around sunset. During this 50-minute excursion, guests ride on well-trained horses along wooded and sandy riverside trails and woods. Horses are available for every skill level.
Contact the friendly and professional staff at our resort and hotel in Carmelo to book your stay.
Day 3 - Free day to enjoy optional activities
Today you can enjoy "Carmelo Resort & Spa" facilities or any tour in Carmelo: Canoening; Horseback riding; Polo Lesson; Golf Round at Carmelo Golf Club "one of the best courses in South America"; Narbona Winery; Sunset Cruise or Fishing excursion.
Contact the friendly and professional staff at our resort and hotel in Carmelo to book your stay.
Day 4 - Free day for alternative activities / In the evening: Dinner at the resort.
Carmelo Resort & Spa will offer alternative activities, like horseback riding, bike tours, etc.
In the evening, you will enjoy a dinner at the Restaurant from the resort.
Day 5 - Private Land Transfer to Montevideo from Carmelo (240 km) / Day al Leisure
Montevideo, the capital of Uruguay, harmoniously combines modernity and tradition. Ancient architectural treasures such as el Cabildo, the Iglesia Matriz (Matriz Church) and the Puerta de la Ciudadela (City Gate), styles such as Art Nouveau and Art Deco and cutting-edge modern buildings such as the Torre de las Comunicaciones (Communications Tower), give the city a unique identity. The capital’s Rambla (waterfront promenade), providing access to over 30 km of coastline, is one of the main attributes of Montevideo and an unforgettable stroll for its inhabitants who frequently go there to drink ‘mate’ (South American style of tea) and go for long walks. In addition, the vast number of green spaces, parks and gardens also provide numerous outdoor options. Montevideo also has an extensive cultural scene. For example, its theatrical productions are remarkably extensive and varied, and include classic, modern and alternative shows. In its museums, cultural centers and showrooms it is possible to appreciate the art of a wide range of internationally recognised artists such as Juan Manuel Blanes, Rafael Barradas, Pedro Figari, Joaquín Torres García, José Cúneo and Ignacio Iturria, among others. In 2013, for the second time, Montevideo was named the Ibero-American Culture Capital by the Union of the Ibero-American Capital Cities (UCCI - Unión de Ciudades Capitales Iberoamericanas) and, therefore, a broad agenda has been scheduled in order to celebrate this distinction.
Day 6 - Montevideo Private City Tour
Montevideo is a sight to behold, and this tour will take you to the loveliest locations in town. This is a tour to familiarize yourself with the lovely historic city, and we want you to feel at ease and enjoy yourself as you explore in comfort with your bilingual private guide and driver.
Along the way you can marvel at the Old City, taking in the rich colonial architecture that gives Montevideo a sense of wonder. We’ll also take you to the Port Market, the central hub for everything in Montevideo. This will give you look deep inside culture and atmosphere of this city. Independence Square is another must-see. Here, a 17-meter high statue of Uruguay's national hero Jose Gervasio Artigas rises proudly into the sky. Then you can learn about the Legislative Palace (Palacio Legislativo), which is the working place of the General Assembly of Uruguay. Feeling the love? Then enjoy a romantic visit to “El Prado,” a meadow that creates the perfect atmosphere to ignite some passion between you and your loved one. For a more grounded look at the city, relax in local neighborhoods of Carrasco, Punta Gorda and Pocitos. Here you can meet with the friendly locals, and learn about their daily lives in Uruguay. You will also see the sensational promenade, and walk on the beautiful beaches.
Highlights:
• Independence Square
• The Old City
• The Seaport and Montevideo Hill
• El Prado Neighbourhood and The Parliament House
• Tres Cruces area and Batlle park.
• Montevideo Seafront (La Rambla)
Day 7 - Private Wine Tour Montevideo with Lunch in a vineyard/ Alternative Tours available
During their experience at Pïzzorno Family Estates our visitors will have the opportunity to visit our vineyards ,winery and cellar, always guided by a winemaker or a member of our family . After the visit a tasting of our finest wines will take place at our restaurant ,where the wines will be paired with local food and homemade bread as well as our exclusive national olive oil. The perfect closure for this experience is our three step lunch paired with our premium wines .
Pick up offered from Montevideo
Departure Point: Montevideo, Montevideo Department, Uruguay
Duration: 4h
Return Detail: Returns to original departure point
Inclusions
• Wine Tasting and Paired Lunch
• Guided Visit
• Wine tasting led by a winemaker
• Tasting of olive oil and homemade breads
• Air-conditioned vehicle
Exclusions
• Gratuities
Day 8 - Free day at Leisure to enjoy Montevideo / In the Evening: Dinner Tango & Candombe Show
Experience authentic cuisine and the unique Uruguayan musical culture at this dinner and dance show. Appreciate watching the Uruguayan dancers while enjoying worldwide recognized quality wines and delicious cuisine.
One of the highlights of your evening is witnessing the exotic dance, the Candombe. This dance was developed by African slaves in Montevideo, Uruguay, and will enchant you from the very first movement. Listen to Candombe drums and watch the dancers demonstrate a tradition over 175-years-old.
Another popular dance performed at the show is the Tango, which originated in Uruguay and Argentina. Watch the Milonga (another dance originated in Uruguay and Argentina), and understand why it is influenced heavily by the Tango.
Your evening is, of course, completed by the traditional Uruguayan dinner and wines served as part of the experience. Enjoy the flavors of the cuisine and wine; listen to the music, and don't forget to join in the fun on the dance floor!
Day 9 - Private Land Transfer to Punta del Este (130km) / Day at Leisure
It divides the sea in two different kind of beaches: the Mansa and the Brava. The first one has calm waters, soft waves and it is ideal for the ones who like to enjoy windsurfing and swimming. It is also perfect for families because is a safe beach for kids.
The Brava beach is for the ones who love adrenaline. Ideal for surfers, you can find there the most fantastic waves and the most beautiful people. Being a piece of land which is surrounded by the sea. Coming from the west you will find Chihuahua, the first Nudist beach of Uruguay. Next to it you have Solanas, a beautiful beach with an acuatic park included. Las Grutas, which, even though is a beach located at the Mansa side, has beautiful waves and is surrounding by rocks. Next to this beach you will find the Mansa itself which goes until Parada 1, at the peninsula. At Brava beach there are many little beaches where every year the young people goes and transform it in the "must-go beach". Is the case of Bikini, Manatiales or Montoya beaches located at La Barra.
Day 10 - Punta del Este Sightseeing Tour
You will visit the most popular tourist places and neighborhoods of Punta del Este including the lighthouse, the seaport, and the Brava sea walk with its golden beaches. Drive past the houses of the rich and famous as you drive through the residential areas of San Rafael, Golf, Rincon del Indio, and Beverly Hills with its wonderful mansions.
Visit the neighborhood of La Barra with its fantastic beaches, wavy bridges, and exclusive shopping. This capital of Maldonado holds a lot of important history including the cathedral, El Jaguel, Pinares Zone, Punta Ballena, and Casa Pueblo, home of famous Chilean artist Carlos Peaz Vilaro. Your private tour also includes an optional guided visit to Carlos Paez Vilaro’s atelier, where you can enjoy the Sunset Ceremony, an emotional poem written and recited by Paez Vilaro.
Highlights
• Explore the lighthouse, the seaport, and the Brava sea walk
• See the wavy bridges that separate Punta del Este from La Barra
• Discover the residential areas of San Rafael, Gold, Rincon del Indio, and Beverly Hills
• See Casa Pueblo, home of the famous Chilean artist Carlos Paez Vilaro
• See the magnificent homes in Beverly Hills
Day 11 - Free day to enjoy Punta del Este
Today you have a free day to relax and enjoy the city of Punta del Este. You can relax on the beach or take an optional tour to visit another of the Uruguayan Highlights. We suggest a Full Day visit to Cabo Polonio, a National Park home to a vast flora and fauna, including an ombu forest and a sea lions colony.
Day 12 - Departure from Punta del Este / Private Transfer to Punta del Este Airport or Bus Station
Private Transfer to Punta del Este Airport for your flight home / Bus Sation or to your next destination in South America.
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Program Includes
Colonia del Sacramento
• 1 night accommodation
• Daily Breakfast
• Private Transfer Port - Hotel
• Private Historical Colonia Tour
• Private Land Trasnfer Colonia to Carmelo (80km)
Carmelo:
• 3 nights accommodation Carmelo
• Daily Breakfasts
• Dinner at Resort
• Land Transfer from Carmelo to Montevideo (240km)
Montevideo:
• 4 nights accommodation
• Daily Breakfasts
• Private City Tour Montevideo
• Private Wine Experience with Lunch
• Airport Private Tranfers Transfers
• Professional English speaking guides
• Private Land Transfer from Montevideo to Punta del Este (130km)
Punta del Este:
• 3 nights accommodation
• Daily Breakfasts
• Private Sightseeing Tour Punta del Este
• Airport Private Tranfers Transfers
Not Included:
• International Flights
• Items not described in the itinerary
• Tips ( we suggest to tip waiters / drivers / guides)
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Rates staying "Hotels Option I"
• Dazzler Colonia by Whindham 4* (double room)
• Carmelo Resort & Spa by Hyatt 5* (Bungalow / Bi-Level suite)
• Dazzler by Whindham Montevideo 4* (double room)
• Awa Hotel Boutique Punta del Este 4* (superior deluxe)
$ 3490,00.-
$ 3190,00.-
Rates per person sharing double room (US Dollars) - Early bookings rates
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Rates staying "Hotels Option II"
• Radisson Colonia 5* (classic room)
• Carmelo Resort & Spa by Hyatt 5* (Bungalow / Bi-Level suite)
• Radisson Victoria Plaza Hotel Montevideo 5* (classic room)
• Enjoy Hotel Punta del Este 5* (Bay room)
$ 3990,00.-
$ 3690,00.-
Rates per person sharing double room (US Dollars) - Early bookings rates
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Exact Rates may vary according specific dates of your trip and number of participants.
We will be happy to quote your trip!