Tour Overview
| Duration | 5 Days / 4 Nights |
|---|---|
| Country | Uruguay |
| Price From | $2,145 per person (private, boutique hotels) |
| Tour Style | Luxury Cultural / Private |
| Data Source | TourRadar — 2026 |
Itinerary Highlights
Day 1: Arrive Montevideo — Private Welcome
VIP airport pickup and transfer to your boutique hotel in Montevideo’s Old City — Casa Chic or similar. Afternoon private city tour with a local historian: Plaza Matriz, the Carnival Museum, and the stunning Teatro Solis. Welcome dinner at a top-rated parrilla. Overnight in Montevideo.
Day 2: Colonia del Sacramento — UNESCO Discovery
Private transfer to Colonia del Sacramento. Expert-guided walking tour through the UNESCO old town — the Street of Sighs, Portuguese houses with their colorful doors, the Basilica, and the riverside bastion. Gourmet lunch at a restaurant in a converted 18th-century warehouse. Afternoon at leisure to wander the atmospheric streets or visit art galleries. Overnight in Colonia.
Day 3: Carmelo Wine Region
Journey to Carmelo, Uruguay’s premier wine destination. Private tour and tasting at two top wineries — Bodega Narbona and El Legado. Gourmet lunch paired with Uruguay’s finest Tannats. Visit the charming town of Carmelo, with its riverside promenade and casino housed in a historic hotel. Afternoon return to Montevideo.
Day 4: Montevideo Cultural Immersion
Morning at the Mercado del Puerto for a traditional parrillada experience. Visit the Torres Garcia Museum to see works by Uruguay’s greatest modern artist. Afternoon walking tour of Barrio Sur and Palermo — the heart of Montevideo’s Afro-Uruguayan culture — including a private candombe drumming session. Farewell dinner with a riverside view.
Day 5: Departure
Private morning yoga session overlooking the river (optional). Final mate ceremony at the Rambla. Transfer to Carrasco Airport.
Inclusions
- 4 nights in boutique/4-star hotels
- Daily breakfast + 2 lunches + 1 dinner
- Private transfers throughout
- Private English-speaking guide
- Historian-led city tours
- 2 premium winery visits with guided tastings
- Private candombe drumming session
Why This Private Tour
- Perfect for discerning travelers seeking authenticity and exclusivity
- Private historian guide — deep cultural insights
- Boutique hotels in the heart of historic neighborhoods
- Exclusive candombe drumming experience with Afro-Uruguayan community
- Flexible pace — tailor each day to your interests
