This trip is a 3 night stay in Punta del Este, one of South America's most glamorous beach resorts. The beaches are glorious white sand along this stretch of Uruguay's Riviera coastline where the Atlantic Ocean meets the Rio de la Plata. Elegant seaside homes, a yacht harbor, and expensive hotels and restaurants combine with a hyperactive nightlife to give Punta del Este a feel of exclusivity and glamor.

Highlights

See La Mano, a sculpture of a hand protruding from the sand
Explore the coast on foot or by bike
Partake in Punta del Este's lively nightlife and fine dining

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Places Visited

Trip Type:

Independent

Activity Level: Relaxed

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Day 1-3: Punta del Este

Hotels
2 Breakfasts

A private transfer takes you from Montevideo to Punta del Este. After checking in to your hotel, your time is free in Punta del Este. Head out to the beach for swimming, surfing, or sun. Punta del Este's main attractions, like Carlos Paez Vilaro's unique Casapueblo, and "La Mano", a sculpture of a buried hand protruding from the sand, draw visitors' attention. Your hotel can arrange excursions (or bike rentals) in and around Punta del Este, including to Isla de Lobos, the world's second-largest southern sea lion colony (estimated at 200,000) and South America's tallest lighthouse. And then of course there is the fine dining and nightlife of Punta del Este.

Day 4: Return to Montevideo

1 Breakfast

After breakfast, a private transfer will take you to Montevideo to either the port (to return to Buenos Aires) or to the airport for an evening flight to your next destination or to return home

Accommodations

Punta del Este - Hotels

Name: Uruguay Tours & Travel
Brand: Adventure Life
Rating: 4.9 (376 reviews)

Atlantico Boutique Hotel

Experience the real flavor of Punta del Este year round in the very heart of Punta at the Atlantico Boutique Hotel. The hotel features 43 newly renovated rooms and suites, most of them with splendid views to the Mansa and Brava beaches. Atlantico offers a perfect blend of contemporary design, comfort and friendly service.

Barradas Parque Hotel

Barradas Parque Hotel is a an English-style hotel with outstandingly sophisticated details. Named for an influential Uruguayan artist, works of art are exhibited along with the tasteful decorations. Impeccable gardens and stylish accommodations ensure that guests will find cultured relaxation during their stay.

Serena Hotel

Built in 1890 as a flour mill and subsequently transformed, Serena Hotel Punta del Este has been renovated into a high-end design hotel. Serena Hotel is the only beach-front hotel, just steps away from the ocean, close to everything and far away from the rest.

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Rates based AWA Hotel and private transfers.

Prices from $300 - $1175 depending on hotel, season and transfer options. Contact us for details.

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Included

3 Breakfasts
3 Nights Accommodations
1 Day Locally Hosted Guide Service
Accommodations as listed
Meals as listed
Ground transportation as listed
Professional, bilingual guide service as listed
Excursions and activities as listed
Arrival Transfer
Departure Transfer

Excluded

Gratuities
Travel Insurance
Personal Expenses
Flight costs (please request a quote)
Additional excursions during free time
Fuel and transportation surcharges (when applicable)
Recommendations for Uruguay
-Local guides: $10-$20 per traveler per day
-Drivers: $5-$10 per traveler per ride
-Support staff (porters, horsemen, doormen, camp crew): $2-3 per traveler per day
-Taxi Drivers: For taxis, rounding up the fare is approperiate
-Baggage Handlers: $1 per bag
-Hotel Hospitality: $1 per room per day for the cleaning staff
-Restaurants: In Uruguay, the standard tip is 10% of the bill

Budgeting for Meals
In remote areas we provide the food, but in-town meals are typically not included in the cost of your trip. This allows our travelers to choose restaurants or local cafes to suit each personal palette. For details on meals included/excluded, please review your itinerary.

The following are recommendations to help you plan your personal meal budget. These guidelines are based on per person expenses and include water and/or soda.

Recommendations for Uruguay
Prices typically include an appetizer, main course, and dessert.
-Mid-range lunch: $15-$35 per person
-Mid-range dinner: $20-$40 per person
-High-range lunch: $35-$50 per person
-High-range dinner: $50-$90 per person
-Domestic beer: $2-$4 a bottle
-Imported beer: $3-$4 a bottle
Meals not listed
International Flights
Airport Departure Tax
Optional Excursions
One-Way Ferry Ticket from Montevideo to Buenos Aires

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Good to ideal period to travel, and many people choose to visit at this time.

Chance for unpredictable weather but with fewer visitors.

Typically not offered during this period because of weather conditions.

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