Day Trip to Colonia from Montevideo

Name: Day Trip to Colonia from Montevideo
Brand: Top Private Tours
SKU: cfefd7db-f63f-46e0-b3b6-a7c1a49823c0

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Summary

Discover the colonial beauty of the coastal city of Colonia del Sacramento, located across from Buenos Aires along the Río de La Plata. Following hotel pickup, meet your guide aboard the coach and relax during the approximate 2.5-hour drive west from Montevideo. Upon arrival, follow your guide on foot through Colonia’s narrow, cobblestone streets and admire the city's well-preserved colonial architecture — a mix of Portuguese and Spanish influences. Learn about this UNESCO World Heritage–listed historic district — Barrio Histórico — founded by the Portuguese in the late 17th century. Later disputed over by the Spanish, it was incorporated into Brazil in the early 1800s before becoming part of Uruguay. Visit the former bullfighting arena, Real de San Carlos, which once held up to 10,000 spectators, and view the 19th-century Colonia del Sacramento Lighthouse, built atop the ruins of the San Francisco Covenant. Your guide accompanies you to downtown Colonia and the Uruguay port. Enjoy free time for lunch (own expense) in this shopping and dining district before finishing tour Colonia tour at Fernando's Beach, which boasts splendid water views. Complete your day trip with the return drive to Montevideo and drop-off at your hotel.

Tour info

Duration

9 hours

Why take this tour?

Get to know the city of Colonia del Sacramento on a day trip from Montevideo! Discover the colonial charm and history of this coastal city as you explore the cobblestone streets with your knowledgeable guide. Visit Barrio Histórico -- Colonia's historic area and a UNESCO World Heritage Site -- and see Real de San Carlos, Fernando's Beach and more. As you wander through Colonia’s wharf and downtown areas and admire unique colonial architecture, you’ll feel as though you’ve journeyed back in time.

What’s included?

Day trip to Colonia del Sacramento
Professional English-, Spanish- and Portuguese-speaking guide
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Food and drinks
Gratuities

Things to know

Before you book

Duration: 9h
Mobile tickets accepted
Instant confirmation

Covid Policy

Regular temperature checks for staff
Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
Guides required to regularly wash hands

We will be operating only with private groups, only your party, and we follow government mandates.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

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