On this 3-day tour, explore the enchanting colonial city of Colonia del Sacramento in Uruguay, a UNESCO-listed gem situated along the shores of the Rio de la Plata. This town offers a captivating fusion of Portuguese and Spanish architectural styles, boasts a compelling historical narrative, and is surrounded by breathtaking natural landscapes. Immerse yourself in its historic district, visit the harbor, peruse museums and galleries, and savor delectable cuisine at charming local eateries and cafés.
Highlights
Explore the enchanting colonial city of Colonia del Sacramento in Uruguay
Experience the UNESCO-listed gem along the shores of the Rio de la Plata
Immerse in historic district & discover the fusion of architectural styles
Savor delectable cuisine at charming local eateries and cafés
Involves minimal physical effort and is typically associated with leisurely activities. Activities are low-intensity or last less than a few hours each day.
This morning, your transfer will pick you up at the hotel and take you to the ferry terminal for the one-hour ferry to Colonia, Uruguay. Arrive in Colonia and transfer to your hotel.
Meet your local guide for an exclusive experience: a private walking tour of Colonia del Sacramento featuring museum visits and a mate tasting session. This enchanting city, designated as a UNESCO World Heritage site, has a rich history. Founded by the Portuguese and subject to disputes between Spain and Portugal, Colonia's captivating past is beautifully preserved. Stroll through its picturesque cobblestone streets under the guidance of your local expert. Explore various landmarks, including the historic city gate (Porton de Campo), the iconic Calle de los Suspiros (Street of Sighs), charming squares, and the local church, Iglesia Matriz. This tour includes a mate tasting session and admission to local museums.
The day starts with a transfer to Bodega el Quinton, where you can explore the vineyards and olive groves before indulging in wine and olive oil tastings.
Afterward, we proceed to La Vigna Cheese Farm, where you'll gain insights into the local cheese-making process and have the opportunity to sample a variety of exquisite cheeses, expertly guided by the "Cheese Architect." La Vigna, owned by Agustin and Lucila, is a unique establishment committed to sustainability and organic production, ensuring that you experience some of the most delicious and innovative cheeses available. You may also consider an optional cheese-tasting lunch at La Vigna (not included).
Day 3: Return to Buenos Aires
1 Breakfast
The morning is free to explore Colonia. In the afternoon, transfer to the ferry terminal and take the ferry to Buenos Aires.
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Initial deposit is 25%, and most travelers will call our office and pay the deposit with a credit card.
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Kate was great to work with in the planning stage. She was prompt, helpful, and efficient. Our tour guide, Edwin, was knowledgeable and passionate. We were very happy to have traveled with Adventure Life, it made the trip easy and a true pleasure. We could concentrate on enjoying the experience rather than the details of travel.
Lisa Bridge
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9 hours ago
Adventure Life is always an excellent choice when planning complicated, extreme, or exotic vacations or expeditions. They provide friendly professional services and advice and are enthusiastic and encouraging in helping us to prepare and thoroughly enjoy our trip. They handle all the details which greatly reduces the stress of planning a difficult trip. I'm very impressed with Adventure Life and definitely recommend them to friends and family.
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.