City Tour Montevideo HD

A complet tour in Montevideo, the capital of Uruguay. Visit the “Old Town”: Constitution Square or Plaza Matriz with its Cathedral and Cabildo. We’ll see the Teatro Solís, Independence Square with the monument to Artigas (national hero) and his Mausoleum. Continuing on the main avenue “18 de Julio”, Square Entrevero and Legislative Palace are the main atractions. Then, we’ll head to the neighborhood of the “Prado” with its famous Rose Garden and Memorial “La Diligencia”. Returning by the “Parque Batlle y Ordóñez,” we pass by the Obelisk, La Carreta monument and Centenario Stadium. Then thw tour will take us to the residential area of Carrasco before coming back to the center along the beautiful road right next to Montevideo’s marvelous beaches.

Colonia FD

Departure from the hotel heading to Colonia del Sacramento. This historic city founded in 1680 by D. Manuel Lobo is a true jewel by the river. On our way, we will stop at Colonia Suiza, where we will visit the oldest cheese factory in the country “Karlen” and one that is working at present time called “Quesería Magnolia” (famous for its variety of cheese). Also, the ruins of Bonjour´s Watermill and the so called “Burnt Mill”, the Founders Square, OSE´s Tank, Tiro Suizo, Nuestra Señora de Schoensttat´s Sanctuary, etc.

In the afternoon we will continue our trip to Colonia del Sacramento. Once we arrive, we will visit the foremost tourism attractions as: 25 de Agosto Square, Amarradero and the Yacht Port, the bay and Colonia´s Port, Palacio Municipal, House of Culture and Juana de Ibarbourou´s library, Sports Square, Real de San Carlos, etc. We continue our visit through the old Colonia del Sacramento with the so called “Portón de Campo”: 1811 Square, drawbridge, Door and city wall. We will walk along the streets of the historic neighborhood and visit the Portuguese Museum, the House of Lavalleja, San Francisco Javier’s Ruins and the lighthouse Also, the County Museum, Casa del Virrey, Regional Files, Matriz Church, Spanish Museum, Paseo de San Gabriel, Bastión del Car, etc.

Punta del Este FD

Early morning we will depart to Punta del Este, the beach resort chosen by South America”s Elite. We will make a stop in Piriápolis, where we will enjoy the lovely “Rambla” along the coast and go up the “San Antonio Hill” from where we will have the chance to take some pictures of the incredible view. This European style summer resort was founded by the visionary Francisco Piria during the last century. We will then continue our trip to the famous “Casapueblo” in Punta Ballena (Not included – entrance: USD 8 per preson), our last stop before reaching Punta Del Este, where we will visit the Museum of Carlos Páez Vilaró, Uruguayan painter and creator of Casapueblo. We will then continue our trip to Punta Del Este enjoying a breathtaking view of beaches and surroundings. Drive along the Mansa Beach of Punta del Este to visit the residential suburbs of Beverly Hills, El Golf, Cantegril, San Rafael with its spectacular mansions and summer houses of diverse modern architecture. Then we’ll continue to La Barra de Maldonado which gathers many colorful restaurants close to the beach. Return driving along the Brava Beach, to reach the Yacht Port and entering the city center called la Peninsula. After having lunch, we’ll have some time at leisure to enjoy the shopping and craft market. At appropiate time, return direct to Montevideo.