Uruguay, 10 Days · Tailor-made by car

Route from the picturesque Colonia to the ever-vibrant Punta del Este

Heavenly beaches, oodles of fun, a fascinating culture and outstanding cuisine in one of Uruguay's most beautiful destinations

Nestled between Brazil and Argentina is this pocket-sized country, which boasts endless white beaches reminiscent of the Mediterranean. An enchanting and laid-back country that will captivate you with its welcoming people and stunning nature. Wander through the old town of Montevideo, stroll along the city's lively boulevards and discover places such as the Mercado del Puerto, the Metropolitan Cathedral or the iconic Palacio Salvo. Admire the art found on the streets and in the plazas of this dynamic capital city, where music is always omnipresent as well. Discover the picturesque Colonia del Sacramento, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and the scene of historical disputes between Spain and Portugal. Leisurely stroll through the colonial-style old town and fall in love with its winding cobbled streets and its famous Calle de los Suspiros (Street of Sighs). Visit Nueva Helvecia, a little piece of Switzerland transported to the southern hemisphere, and explore Punta del Este, one of the most attractive destinations in the whole of South America. Lounge on its famous beaches, stroll around its modern marinas and elegant residential neighbourhoods, and marvel at the spectacular sunsets over the ocean.

Route from the picturesque Colonia to the ever-vibrant Punta del Este

Departure date

Departures from November 2024 till October 2025

From

Dublin...

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Travel details

  • Travel details

  • Day 1 City of origin - Montevideo

  • Day 2 Montevideo

  • Day 3 Montevideo - Colonia del Sacramento

  • Day 4 Colonia del Sacramento - Nueva Helvecia - Montevideo

  • Day 5 Montevideo

  • Day 6 Montevideo - Piriápolis - Pan de Azúcar - Punta del Este

  • Day 7 Punta del Este

  • Day 8 Punta del Este (optional excursion to La Barra and/or Isla de Lobos)

  • Day 9 Punta del Este - Montevideo - City of origin

  • Day 10 City of origin

Your trip includes

  • Return flight.

  • Stay in selected hotel in Montevideo.

  • Selected meal plan in Montevideo.

  • Stay in selected hotel in Colonia Del Sacramento.

  • Selected meal plan in Colonia Del Sacramento.

  • Stay in selected hotel in Punta Del Este.

  • Selected meal plan in Punta Del Este.

  • Rent-a-car.

Your trip doesn't include

  • Possible toll charges.

  • Insolvency protection.

Important remarks

- Triple rooms in Uruguay are generally rooms with twin beds or a double, in which a folding bed is installed to accommodate the third person. Due to the inconvenience this causes, we advise against using this option as far the possible.

- Please check with your international vaccination centre about the recommended healthcare measures in Uruguay.

- Check-in time at the hotel on the day of arrival depends on each establishment, but in no case will it be before 3:00 p.m., unless otherwise indicated.

- The proposed excursions and tours for each day are purely suggestions, as you can tailor the trip to suit your times, tastes and needs.

- A credit card is considered a guarantee, so sometimes you will need one for check-in at hotels.

- Hotels usually have cots available. Otherwise, babies will have to share a bed with an adult.

- To pick up your rental car, you'll need a credit (not debit) card in the name of the person who made the booking, who must also be the named driver of the vehicle.

- Consult the necessary documentation to enter the destinations visited and for transit in the countries where air stopovers are made.

- Driving in Uruguay: 1. The roads in Uruguay are generally in good condition. The minimum age to rent a car is twenty-one and your driving licence must be at least two years old. 1.2.Speed ​​limits: 50 km/h in built-up areas; 90 km/h on dual carriageways; and 110 km/h on motorways. 1.3. You must always drive with your lights on and your seat belts fastened.

- The country's currency is the Uruguayan peso. Credit cards are accepted at almost all hotels and restaurants in major cities and tourist resorts.