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Cross the legendary Rio de la Plata and spend two days exploring the two most popular cities of Uruguay!
There’s more to Uruguay than you (might) think!
Staying in Buenos Aires and having some spare time? Why not go for a trip to Colonia del Sacramento and Montevideo in Uruguay?
This 2-Days and 1-night trip to Colonia and Montevideo from Buenos Aires is the perfect activity to escape for a while from Argentina’s bustling megapolis and explore Uruguay’s shining star.
The tour starts early in the morning as the driver picks you up from your hotel/Airbnb and takes you to Buenos Aires’ ferry station. After going through customs (note that passports are required) you board the ferry for a comfortable and pleasant 1 1/2 hours ride across the widest river in the world crossing the international border between Argentina and Uruguay.
Upon arrival, you will be greeted by your local guide and embark on a walking tour of the city’s most iconic landmarks for a 2-hour stroll. As you visit each of the city’s emblematic sites, your passionate local guide will take you on a journey through time, sharing live commentary full of information you won’t find in any book or travel guide.
Along the way, several places are offered for you to have a traditional lunch (not included). At the chosen place you are given 1 ½ hours to enjoy your meal.
By the afternoon you will have a transfer to Montevideo and, after the hotel check-in, you will have a free night.
On the next day, in the morning, enjoy a delicious breakfast included at your hotel. You will have free time to explore the city on your own and have lunch (lunch not included). Around 2:30 PM, your guide will pick you up at the hotel and you embark on a tour of the city’s highlights. In three fun-filled and exciting hours you discover the city’s unique atmosphere that combines Latin American and European cultural influences.
Admire the impressive colonial architecture at the city’s Old District and Independence Square, get in-depth knowledge of Montevideo’s rich theatrical and musical scene at Uruguay’s oldest and most important theater, be blown away by the intricate architecture of Uruguay’s tallest building, drive by the promenade enjoying fantastic views of the city’s sandy beaches, pass by the stadium that hosted the 1st soccer world cup in 1930, and stop at an Agricultural Market to learn about traditional Uruguayan products.
Later, your guide will take you to the ferry terminal for your return to Buenos Aires. Arrival in Buenos Aires will be around 10:00 PM, where another driver will be waiting to safely take you to your hotel/Airbnb.
At Signature Tours, we highly recommend this trip to anyone who wants to explore one of South America’s capital cities in a single day but is not willing to deal with the planning themself. Leave the organization up to us so that everything you have to worry about is enjoying your getaway to Montevideo.
Book your 2-day and 1-night trip to Colonia and Montevideo from Buenos Aires online now and save your spot!
Important information
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Rates subject to availability
Refunds will not be issued if the tour is missed due to late or non arrival of your cruise ship - A current valid passport is required on the day of travel
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Ferry tickets are paid in economy class. Direct return tickets are subject to availability; if sold out, ferry tickets will include a bus transfer from Montevideo to Colonia and the Colonia Buenos Aires ferry.
- Please bear in mind that beginning and ending time may vary between according to ferry availability.
- This package is non-refundable and cannot be modified or canceled.
- If you are solo traveler, you will have Single base occupancy; If you are two or more, you will have Double base occupancy. If single base is required, we can certainly quote.
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- Hotel pick-up and drop-off.
- Ferry tickets
- City tour in Colonia
- City tour in Montevideo
- English/Spanish -speaking professional tour guide.
- One night lodging in a 4 starts Hotel double base in Montevideo
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- Lunch/Drinks.
- Gratuities
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- Pick-up: Meet your driver at the Hotel Lobby at the designated time. Pick-up times slightly vary depending on your hotel’s location. More precise information about the exact pick-up time will be given after proceeding with the booking. Pickup time may be subject to change based on the Buquebus ferry schedule for the day. (In some cases there may not be direct ferries to Montevideo and in that situation, the pickup changes to a later pickup time and a shorter ferry ride from Colonia with a bus ride included from Colonia to Montevideo)
- Drop-off: choose to stay somewhere along the way to keep exploring on your own or to be driven back to your hotel.
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What is your refund policy?
All of our tours/activities are non-refundable. Cancellations or modifications are not allowed.
Are tours/activities canceled in the event of rain?
Unless there is a natural disaster, tours/activities take place even if it rains.
Do you pick me up at my Hotel/Airbnb?
Yes! Pick up at Hotel/Airbnb is included for all guests staying in downtown (Palermo, Recoleta, Puerto Madero,Retiriro, Monserrat and San Telmo). We also offer to pick guests up at further places for a small extra charge.
Do you drop me off at my Hotel/Airbnb?
That is correct! Signature Tours is the only tour operator that offers shared services that include Hotel/Airbnb drop-off. You can also choose to stay somewhere else on the way, but you need to let us know in advance (by the time you book your tour/activity).What are the available means of payment?
We take credit cards, debit cards, and cash.