Tour Overview
| Duration | 6 Days / 5 Nights |
|---|---|
| Country | Uruguay — South America’s Best-Kept Secret |
| Price From | $1,150 per person (twin share) |
| Tour Style | Cultural / Explorer |
| Data Source | TourRadar — 2026 |
Itinerary Highlights
Day 1: Arrive Montevideo
Welcome to Uruguay’s elegant capital. Transfer to your hotel and enjoy a welcome cocktail. Evening walk along the Rambla, Montevideo’s 22km waterfront promenade, watching locals sip mate and enjoy the sunset over the Rio de la Plata. Overnight in Montevideo.
Day 2: Montevideo City Discovery
Full-day tour of Montevideo. Visit Independence Square, Salvo Palace, Solis Theatre, and the iconic Ciudad Vieja (Old City) with its colonial architecture and art deco gems. Explore the Port Market (Mercado del Puerto) for a traditional parrillada lunch. Visit the Legislative Palace, Carrasco neighborhood, and Batlle Park. Overnight in Montevideo.
Day 3: Colonia del Sacramento (UNESCO)
Travel west to Colonia del Sacramento, a UNESCO World Heritage site founded by the Portuguese in 1680. Wander the picturesque Barrio Historico with its uneven cobblestone streets, colonial houses, and the iconic Street of Sighs. Climb the lighthouse for panoramic views. Visit the Portuguese Museum and the old bullring. Overnight in Colonia.
Day 4: Wine Country — Carmelo
Journey to Uruguay’s emerging wine region around Carmelo. Visit El Legado Winery and Finca Narbona, tasting Uruguay’s signature Tannat wines paired with local cheeses. Experience a traditional mate ceremony and learn about Uruguay’s gaucho heritage. Afternoon at leisure to explore Carmelo’s riverside charm. Overnight in Colonia or Montevideo.
Day 5: Punta del Este & Casa Pueblo
Travel to Uruguay’s glamorous Riviera — Punta del Este. Visit Brava and Mansa beaches, the iconic “La Mano” sculpture emerging from the sand, and the chic harbor. Continue to Punta Ballena to visit Casa Pueblo, the stunning white-washed home-museum by artist Carlos Paez Vilaro, perched dramatically on seaside cliffs. Sunset photo stop. Overnight in Montevideo.
Day 6: Depart Montevideo
Morning visit to Tristan Narvaja flea market (if Sunday) or the National Museum of Visual Arts. Transfer to Carrasco International Airport. Safe travels!
Inclusions
- 5 nights accommodation (4-star hotels)
- Daily breakfast
- Airport transfers
- English-speaking guide
- Colonia del Sacramento guided tour
- 2 winery visits with tastings
- Casa Pueblo entrance
Why Visit Uruguay
- UNESCO Colonia del Sacramento — one of South America’s best-preserved colonial towns
- Emerging wine region — Tannat is Uruguay’s signature grape
- 660km of pristine coastline with uncrowded beaches
- Safest country in Latin America with high quality of life
- Gaucho culture meets European elegance in Montevideo
