Explore Montevideo's wine and culture on this 3-day heritage tour, immersing travelers in museums, landmarks, and wineries. Discover Uruguay's rich legacy, shaped by immigrants over 250 years, blending European savoir vivre, family values, African rhythms, indigenous traditions, and gaucho lifestyle, fostering a unique culture. Experience the passion for art, gastronomy, family customs, and freedom that drives Uruguayans. Learn the captivating blend of wine, culture, and history in Montevideo.
Highlights
Learn the captivating blend of wine, culture, and history in Montevideo
Discover Uruguay's rich legacy
Experience the passion for art, gastronomy, and family customs
Immerse in the museums, landmarks, and wineries of Montevideo
Involves minimal physical effort and is typically associated with leisurely activities. Activities are low-intensity or last less than a few hours each day.
Reception at Montevideo’s Port or Airport and private transfer to hotel (downtown) with guide.
Meet your local guide for a private Montevideo Old City Walking Tour. Explore the historic Old City, including Independence Square, Palacio Salvo, the Presidential office, and José Gervasio Artigas' mausoleum. Discover the city's history while strolling along Sarandi Pedestrian Street and Matriz Square, home to Montevideo Cathedral and the Cabildo. Then, visit the vibrant Port Market for lunch (included) and choose two museums to explore: MAPI – Museum of Pre-Columbian and Indigenous Art, Torres Garcia Museum, or Gurvich Museum (closed on Sundays).
In the afternoon, join your local guide for a private tour: "Discover the Winemaker Behind the Wine." Begin in Manuel Filgueira's garden, where you'll explore the world of wine with the passionate enologist and owner of "Los Nadies" boutique winery. Manuel, a devoted wine lover, offers limited red and white wines of exceptional quality. He aimed to create distinctive and memorable wines, and you'll have the chance to taste them and judge for yourself. After an introduction to Uruguayan wines, especially Tannat, enjoy a typical "Uruguayan picada" and wine tasting.
Day 2: Visit to Lobo Nuñez drum luthier | The Modern Montevideo
After breakfast, meet your local guide for a tour of Modern Montevideo, including a visit to the Lobo Nuñez drum luthier. Explore the new neighborhoods of Montevideo that emerged after the demolition of the Old City Walls in September 1829. See wide, tree-lined streets, stores, and residences in La Ciudad Nueva (the new city), starting from Plaza Independencia and the iconic 18 de Julio avenue. Visit Plaza Fabini (Plaza del Entrevero) with its remarkable sculpture depicting a historic horse battle, crafted by Uruguayan artist José Belloni. Enjoy views of the vibrant Palacio Legislativo (Congress).
Explore Ciudad Abierta (the open city), known for its green parks, monuments, and residential areas, including Estadio Centenario, Monumento a la Carreta, Carrasco, and Punta Gorda. The tour includes a special visit to Lobo Nuñez's studio, an Afro-Uruguayan drums luthier and percussionist renowned in the Candombe music genre. Learn about Uruguay's Carnival history and its ties to Candombe music.
Conclude the tour in Rural Montevideo, where you'll have lunch at one of the family-run wineries located just minutes from the city.
Transfer back to your Hotel.
Day 3: Return Home
1 Breakfast
After breakfast, transfer (without guide) to Montevideo Airport, Port or Bus Station (or continue to the next tour).
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The trip was terrific with great planning on your part. Most of the adventures were not mainstream and somewhat off the beaten path which made it especially enjoyable!! We felt taken care of and you all were readily available to respond to questions and issues. I would highly recommend your company and friends have already expressed interest based on our pictures and excitement.
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Scott Trochim
2 days ago
The response from Adventure Life to my first inquiry was prompt and promising. I worked with Jamie Broeckel, Trip Planner, via text, email, and phone calls- always extremely responsive and thorough with information and explaining the process to arrange a private tour for me to Malaysia Borneo. Within about week, the booking was complete and I made decisions because of Jamie's great customer service , friendly manner, and overall competence on behalf of the company's travel expertise. Now I have an itinerary, additional Trip Planner Assistants, several links for vital information for traveling to Maylasia, etc. Still many details for Sept. trip, but now the heavy lifting is done and I can enjoy the rest of the anticipation and research!! Thanks Jamie- you are amazing!!!!
Susan Campo
4 days ago
The trip was not only memorable for the amount of animals we saw but also for the people and accommodations at the two camps where we stayed. Our first guide, BK, was a wealth of information about the animals, landscape and down to the plants and what they were used for. Everyday out was a learning experience with him. All the people at the camps were gracious and the food was excellent.
Our second camp in the Okavanga was just as good as the first as far as the staff, accommodations, food and animals. After our experience at the first camp we amazed that the high quality remained the same. Our guide, G, made sure we were able to enjoy every experience including a rush through the bush to witness a cheetah and an ensuing hunt that he heard over his radio.
In both camps there were enough guides out that if they saw something the other guides were informed which helped in seeing as much as possible. It was also nice that the concessions were large enough that we did not have vehicles following each other throughout the day.
Normally there is always something in a trip of this length that we think could be improved upon but this is the rare case where we cannot think of anything. From the time we left the States to when we returned it was one of the most hassle free vacations we took.
Perhaps emphasizing the use of the laundry facilities at the camps would be useful because of the luggage restrictions would be the only thing I can think of as an improvement to future clients.
Kenneth Dropek
5 days ago
Mary was so pleasant and professional. She made sure all of our questions were answered.