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

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.

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.

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.

In the morning or afternoon you  will be pick you up at the hotel and take you to the Colonia del Sacramento Port or Bus Station.
We suggest to extend your journey by adding a tour to Punta del Este , Montevideo, or Estancia San Pedro de Timote in Uruguay.