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46 Argentina & Uruguay

Argentina & Uruguay

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INDEPENDENT TOUR NATURE FOODIE

Parque Santa Teresa, Rocha

URUGUAYAN COUNTRYSIDE

Essentials Duration: 14 days and 13 nights Highlights:

• Tour Montevideo, a modern city with an appealing mix of architectural influences • Enjoy a wine tasting on a hilltop deck with breathtaking views, accompanied by a food platter Includes: • 5 nights’ accommodation in Montevideo (split over three stays) • 4 nights’ accommodation in Punta del Este • 2 nights’ accommodation in Colonia del Sacramento

Montevideo | Punta del Este | Colonia del Sacramento | Carmelo | Montevideo

With 600 kilometres of coastline, beautiful beaches, stunning landscapes, and delicious wine, Uruguay is one of South America’s best-kept secrets. Starting in Montevideo, explore a modern city with European influences, taste wine at a nearby vineyard and visit the Pittamiglio Castle. Next, head to Punta del Este, a glamorous beach resort. Visit the Ralli Museum of Contemporary Art to see paintings and sculptures by popular Latin American artists, stop at Punta Ballena for sweeping views and ride through the dunes in a special vehicle on a day trip to Cabo Polonio. Sample more wine at a boutique winery in the Uruguayan countryside and then head back to Montevideo for an overnight stop before heading to the next destination. Spend a couple of nights in Colonia del Sacramento, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and Uruguay’s oldest city. The last stop is Carmelo, where you can once again sample wine, this time paired with cheeses and hams. Return to Montevideo for one last night before you fly home.

Montevideo

• 2 nights’ accommodation in Carmelo • 13 breakfasts, 1 lunch and 1 dinner • Transfer throughout

• Wine tastings at Bodega Pizzorno, Alto de la Ballena, Garson Winery and El Legado and a city tour of Punta del Este and Colonia del Sacramento • Return international flights and internal flights

Piriápolis beach

ROAD TRIP EXPLORE HISTORIC

Essentials Duration: 8 days and 7 nights Highlights: • Stay at El Balcon del Abra, a charming eight-room posada located near the town of Mariscala • Explore the Rocha region, characterised by extensive wild beaches and the emerald-green ocean • En route to Valizas, stop at the magnificent Piriápolis beach, see the stunning Casapueblo or enjoy a visit to the Museum of the Ralli Foundation Includes: • 2 nights’ accommodation in Montevideo • 1 night’s accommodation in Mariscala

URUGUAY ROAD TRIP Montevideo | Mariscala | Chuy | Valizas | Montevideo Uruguay might be the second-smallest country in South America, but it has a lot to offer, from beautiful landscapes and excellent wine to historic cities. Starting in Montevideo, the coastal capital city, explore the street markets, quaint shops and stunning architecture. On day two, pick up a car hire and drive northeast to enjoy a stay at a posada (inn or lodging house) just outside of Mariscala. On the move again, head to Chuy in the Rocha region. Explore the curious town of Chuy, located on the Brazil border. Visit the National Park San Miguel, a nature reserve with a diverse ecosystem and home to capybaras, otters, wild cats, flamingos, and owls. After a few days, get back on the road and head along the coastline. On the way, take some time to stop at Piriápolis Beach or the Isla de Lobos. In Valizas, relax on the beach, or if you’d like to explore, head to Bosque de Ombues to see the centuries-old trees. The itinerary ends with one night back in Montevideo before flying home.

Punta del Este

• 2 nights’ accommodation in Chuy • 2 nights’ accommodation in Valizas • 7 day car hire • Return international flights

Cabo Polonio

Pittamiglio Castle

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