8 Days • 7 Nights
Luxury Uruguay: Colonia, Wine & Jose Ignacio
Tour Includes
About the Trip
Trip Highlights
- A boutique hotel in colonial Colonia
- A luxury wine lodge in Carmelo
- Private Tannat tastings and a spa
- An exclusive Jose Ignacio beach retreat
- Farm-to-table cuisine and superb wine
- Private guiding and elevated comfort
Day by Day
A detailed day-by-day plan for this 8-day journey.
Met on arrival (by air or the stylish ferry from Buenos Aires) and settled into a boutique hotel in colonial Colonia del Sacramento. Enjoy a gourmet welcome dinner as the sun sets over the river.
A private tour of romantic Colonia's cobbled streets, lighthouse and riverside, with time to relax and a fine dinner.
A private transfer to a luxury wine lodge in the Carmelo countryside, with private cellar-door tastings and a sunset over the vines.
A private day touring boutique family wineries, tasting bold Tannat and olive oils, with a gourmet vineyard lunch hosted by winemakers.
A day to indulge at your wine lodge, a spa, a private bike ride or river outing among the vines, or simply the peace of the countryside.
A private transfer to an exclusive beach retreat in bohemian-chic Jose Ignacio. Settle into barefoot luxury and watch the sunset from the lighthouse.
A day of chic coastal bliss, dune-backed beaches, a couples' spa, a beach seafood lunch and Jose Ignacio's celebrated restaurants, with a gourmet farewell dinner.
After breakfast you are transferred to the airport for your onward international departure, beautifully relaxed.
Where You Will Travel
What's inside the package?
Inclusions
- 7 nights accommodation
- Daily breakfast, gourmet dining as specified, a welcome dinner, a winery lunch and a beach seafood lunch
- Airport and internal transfers
- Touring, sightseeing and activities as per itinerary with expert English-speaking guides
- Ground transport or ferry as specified
- Entrance and winery fees as per itinerary
- private Colonia and Carmelo winery touring and a Jose Ignacio experience, with private transfers throughout
Exclusions
- International airfare
- Visa or tourist card fees where applicable
- Travel insurance (strongly recommended)
- Premium wines and spa treatments beyond those included
- Optional additional private experiences
- Meals not mentioned in the itinerary or inclusions
- Drinks unless specifically stated
- Optional excursions and experiences
- Personal expenses and gratuities
- Anything not specifically mentioned under Package Inclusions
Know when to go.
- Visa & entry: Most nationalities, including UK, US, EU, Canadian and Australian passport holders, do not need a visa for tourism and receive up to 90 days on arrival; a passport valid for at least six months is required. We confirm details for your nationality
- Currency: The currency is the Uruguayan Peso; cards are widely accepted, and helpfully, tourists can often receive a tax refund on card payments for accommodation and restaurant meals. US Dollars are accepted in some tourist areas
- Seasons reversed: Uruguay is in the southern hemisphere, so summer (December to March) is warm and the peak beach season, especially in Punta del Este, while winter (June to August) is mild and quiet, ideal for the cities and wine country
- Getting around: Uruguay is small and easy to travel, with short drives linking Montevideo, Colonia, the wine country and the coast; a stylish ferry from Buenos Aires makes it an easy add-on to Argentina
- Beaches & Punta del Este: The glamorous resort of Punta del Este and the chic village of Jose Ignacio are liveliest and busiest in the December-to-February summer; outside this, the coast is peaceful and prices are lower
- Wine & food: Uruguay is a rising wine star, famous for its Tannat reds, and a land of superb beef and asado barbecue; wineries around Canelones and Carmelo welcome visitors for tastings and long lunches
- Safety & pace: Uruguay is one of South America's safest, most relaxed and progressive countries; the pace is unhurried, the people warm, and normal sensible precautions are all that is needed
- Health & power: No vaccinations are required, and tap water is generally safe in cities. Tipping around ten percent is customary. Power is 220V with type C, F and L plugs, so bring an adapter
Frequently Asked Questions
What hotels will we stay in?
You stay in Uruguay's finest boutique and luxury properties, a boutique hotel in colonial Colonia, a luxury wine lodge in Carmelo and an exclusive beach retreat in Jose Ignacio. Uruguay's luxury tier is stylish and intimate; exact properties are confirmed on booking.
Can this be combined with luxury Buenos Aires?
Absolutely — Uruguay pairs beautifully with a luxury Buenos Aires stay, linked by a stylish fast ferry across the Rio de la Plata. We can seamlessly combine the two into a longer, refined journey.
What meals are included?
Daily breakfast is included, along with any meals named in the itinerary such as a welcome dinner, a winery lunch or an asado barbecue. Uruguay's beef, wine and seafood are a highlight, so most other meals are left free with our recommendations.
Is Uruguay easy to combine with Argentina?
Very — a stylish ferry links Buenos Aires with Colonia and Montevideo in around one to three hours, making Uruguay a wonderful and easy add-on to an Argentina trip. We can seamlessly combine the two.
Do I need a visa for Uruguay?
Most nationalities do not need a visa for tourism and receive up to 90 days on arrival with a passport valid for at least six months. We confirm the requirement for your nationality when you book.
When is the best time to visit Uruguay?
Summer (December to March) is warm and the peak beach season, especially in Punta del Este, while spring and autumn are lovely and quieter for the cities and wine country. Winter is mild and peaceful. We advise on timing for your interests.
Is Uruguay safe?
Uruguay is one of South America's safest, most relaxed and progressive countries, with a warm, welcoming culture and an unhurried pace. Normal sensible precautions are all that is needed, and most visitors find it wonderfully easy and friendly.
Can the itinerary be customised?
Absolutely. We can adjust the balance of city, colonial towns, wine country and beach, add a Buenos Aires combination, change the pace and tailor hotels to your interests and budget.
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