Discover the very best of Uruguay, with some truly incredible places on the itinerary. The capital Montevideo, a stunning cosmopolitan city; Punta del Este, the most heavenly spot on the Uruguayan coastline; and Colonia del Sacramento, with its historic quarter declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO. And you'll round off your trip in the ever-vibrant city of Buenos Aires.
Montevideo, Punta del Este, Colonia del Sacramento and Buenos Aires
Uruguay and Argentina, 14 Days · Classic tour
Come and discover Uruguay, its breathtaking landscapes and enviable coastline
Departure date:Departures from June 2026 till March 2027
Departures from:London, Birmingham, Manchester, Edinburgh, Glasgow
Travel details
City of origin - Montevideo
Day 1: Departure with destination Montevideo. Night on board.
Montevideo
Day 2: Arrival and transfer to hotel. Today, we'll set out on a full sightseeing tour of the southernmost capital of Latin America. Its coast dotted with magnificent beaches lies on the banks of the River Plate, where an excellent bay forms a natural deep-water harbour. The tour will take us to the main tourist attractions in the city:Plaza Independencia, the Executive Tower (workplace of the President of Uruguay), the Palacio Salvo, Solis Theatre, the Mercado del Puerto market, the Agricultural Market, the Palacio Legislativo, the Obelisco a los Constituyentes, Centennial Stadium, and much more. In short, a guided tour through the city's most beautiful neighbourhoods. We'll head back along the Rambla de Montevideo, stopping off at the Plaza Virgilio to admire one of the most stunning panoramic views of the city and its coastline. We can then choose to stay at the Punta Carretas shopping centre, located in one of Montevideo's most beautiful districts, or return to the hotel. Overnight stay.
Montevideo (Chasing the Wine Trail's footsteps)
Day 3: Breakfast. Today we'll discover the culture of wine. We'll do so by visiting one of the most important wineries in Montevideo:Bouza. Here we can wander around the vineyard and savour its excellent wines paired with an assortment of cheeses and cold meats. We can also admire the collection of classic cars inside the property. Once finished, we'll return to the hotel and have the rest of the afternoon at leisure. Overnight stay.
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Montevideo (Night of Milongas)
Day 4: Breakfast. Day at leisure to continue exploring Montevideo. In the evening, we'll head over to El Milongon to enjoy a night full of music and local culture. Evening meal included. Throughout the show, renowned icons of popular culture will take the stage to perform candombe, tango, milonga and folk dances, while we'll be enjoying a typical dinner washed down with wonderful wines. Overnight stay.
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Montevideo - Punta del Este
Day 5: Breakfast. Departure to Punta del Este. En route we'll stop off in the picturesque Piriápolis and take a chairlift up to the Cerro San Antonio, which commands simply stunning views. Continuing eastwards, in Punta Ballena we'll visit one of the architectural and artistic treasures of Latin America:Casapueblo (entrance not included). Onward journey to Barra de Maldonado where we'll cross its undulating bridge and head back to the peninsula along Playa Brava. Overnight stay.
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Punta del Este
Day 6: Breakfast. Bike ride with local guide, stopping of at the most iconic points of Punta del Este. Rest of the day at leisure. Overnight stay.
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Punta del Este (José Ignacio)
Day 7: Breakfast. More time to discover eastern Uruguay and its unspoilt beaches. One of the most stunning is José Ignacio. On this outing, we'll head along the Atlantic coast towards the east of Maldonado, stopping off at art galleries and museums until reaching the easternmost resort in the country, which fuses an attractive feeling of peace created by the wonderful Atlantic landscape with the exclusivity and the luxury of a VIP holiday destination. Return journey to Punta del Este. Overnight stay.
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Punta del Este - Montevideo
Day 8: Breakfast. Transfer to Montevideo. Rest of the day at leisure. Overnight stay.
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Montevideo - Colonia del Sacramento
Day 9: Breakfast. A cultural journey through the history of the conquest and colonisation of River Plate. Soak up the charms of the only city of Portuguese origin in the present-day Republic of Uruguay. We'll visit the fascinating city of Nueva Helvecia (aka New Switzerland) and then head to Colonia del Sacramento. Its historic quarter was listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1995. The iconic landmarks of the city are the unmistakable walls and defensive bastions. We'll also visit the Rambla Costanera, the Real de San Carlos with its former bullring, the Church of San Benito and residential neighbourhoods in the city. And then we'll take a fantastic stroll to discover the magical cultural wealth found here. Overnight stay.
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Colonia del Sacramento (Historic Quarter)
Day 10: Breakfast. We'll continue exploring this magical city today, with a delicious lunch (included) at a typical restaurant in the historic quarter. Afternoon at leisure. Overnight stay.
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Colonia del Sacramento - Buenos Aires
Day 11: Breakfast. Transfer to the port of Colonia to take the ferry to Buenos Aires. Arrival and transfer to hotel. Overnight stay.
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Buenos Aires
Day 12: Breakfast. Sightseeing tour of the city to discover some of its most significant landmarks such as the Plaza de Mayo, the Casa Rosada, the Cabildo and the Cathedral, its main avenues, Avenida de Mayo, Calle Florida and Plaza San Martin, as well as its famous neighbourhoods such as La Boca, San Telmo, Palermo and Recoleta, each with their own unique features and marked contrasts, from modern and residential to older and more colourful. End of the tour and return journey to the hotel. Overnight stay.
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Buenos Aires - City of origin
Day 13: Breakfast. Transfer to the airport. Flight to City of origin destination. Night on board.
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City of origin
Day 14: Arrival. End of the trip and our services.
Your trip includes
Return flight.
Accommodation in selected hotels or similar category.
Ferry segments as per itinerary.
Transfers as per itinerary.
Visits in guided tour that are detailed in the program and not considered as optional.
Bilingual Spanish- and English-speaking local guides.
Diet: 11 breakfasts, 1 lunch, 1 dinner.
Insolvency protection.
Your trip doesn't include
Early check-in, late check-out, hotel extras and personal expenses.
Local taxes.
Any other service not previously mentioned as included.
Destinations Visited
Montevideo
Punta Del Este
Colonia Del Sacramento
Buenos Aires
Expected Hotels (or similar)
In this section you will find a selection of hotels according to the category specified in the itinerary.
Flight
Overnight stay on board.
Important remarks
- Triple rooms in Uruguay are generally rooms with twin beds or a double, in which a folding bed is installed to accommodate the third person. Due to the inconvenience this causes, we advise against using this option as far the possible.
- Please check with your international vaccination centre about the recommended healthcare measures in Uruguay.
- Check-in time at the hotel on the day of arrival depends on each establishment, but in no case will it be before 3:00 p.m., unless otherwise indicated.
- Triple rooms in Argentina are generally rooms with twin beds or a double, in which a folding bed is installed to accommodate the third person. Due to the inconvenience this causes, we advise against using this option as far the possible.
- Please check with your international vaccination centre about the recommended healthcare measures in Argentina.
- Mandatory health insurance covering up to 20,000 dollars for medical transportation and private healthcare.
- The order of the itinerary may be altered for logistical reasons, without prior notice, but no scheduled trips will be cancelled (except in the case that adverse weather conditions prevent its realisation).
- A credit card is considered a guarantee, so sometimes you will need one for check-in at hotels.
- Prices are calculated based on admission fees to the sights as of the date of publication. If there is an increase in these prices, you will be promptly informed.
- If you are a person with reduced mobility, please contact us to confirm the suitability of the trip.
- Consult the necessary documentation to enter the destinations visited and for transit in the countries where air stopovers are made.