Colonia del Sacramento Day Trip + Sightseeing Bus

This guided excursion from Buenos Aires allows you to experience a fascinating journey aboard the Buquebus ferry, taking you to the charming city of Colonia del Sacramento. While there, you will participate in a combination of a bus tour and a walking tour. Additionally, entrance to the historic Plaza de Toros Real de San Carlos bullring and a meal at one of the local establishments are part of the itinerary.

Tour Overview

At the scheduled time, head to the Buquebus terminal located in Puerto Madero. You will embark on your journey one hour later, navigating from this Buenos Aires pier eastward.

As you cruise gently across the Río de la Plata on a Buquebus ferry, you can anticipate arriving at the port of Colonia del Sacramento after a scenic one-hour voyage. This picturesque Uruguayan city, known for its heritage site designation, offers a glimpse into its rich history.

Upon disembarking, enjoy the Colonia del Sacramento sightseeing bus plus a walking excursion through the old town. You will also have the chance to explore the Plaza de Toros Real de San Carlos bullring. Furthermore, if you opt for the lunch-inclusive packages, a delightful meal awaits you.

At 4 pm, regroup at the Buquebus terminal in Colonia del Sacramento. An hour later, you will set sail back to Buenos Aires, concluding your 10.5-hour day trip after a one-hour ferry ride to Puerto Madero.

Tour Alternatives

When you make a reservation, you can select from the following options:

Transport, Tour, Sightseeing Bus and Bullring Admission

Once you arrive in Uruguay, take the opportunity to navigate the Colonia del Sacramento sightseeing bus at your leisure. This service provides a 10-stop route with a duration of 50 minutes.

Stop 1 is situated in the historic district of Colonia, right at the intersection of Ituzaingó and Arquitecto Miguel Ángel Odriozola streets.

You can access the route and schedules of the Colonia del Sacramento sightseeing bus below:

• Bus route and stops
• Bus timetable

This option permits you to hop on and off the sightseeing bus as you wish at all its stops throughout the day.

Included is also a walking tour of Colonia del Sacramento in English, lasting about 50 minutes which operates daily from stop 1 of the sightseeing bus at 11 am, 12 pm, 3 pm, and 4 pm.

The guided tour will encompass landmarks such as the Calle de los Suspiros, the Basilica of the Holy Sacrament, the lighthouse, and the Bastión de San Pedro. The conclusion will be near the initial meeting point.

Your selected option will also grant you entry into the Plaza de Toros Real de San Carlos bullring. The bus stops at stop 6, where you can take advantage of visiting this site open Wednesday to Sunday from 10 am to 6:30 pm.

Transport, Tour, Sightseeing Bus, Bullring Admission and Lunch at Los Kamikazes

This choice retains all the benefits of the previous option and adds a meal at Los Kamikazes restaurant, open daily from 10 am to 5 pm, located at 70000 Misiones de los Tapes. Your meal includes a starter, main course, and dessert (beverages are extra), with vegetarian selections available.

Transport, Tour, Sightseeing Bus, Bullring Admission and Lunch at Mesón de la Plaza

This option encompasses all the features of the previous choice, with the sole variation being a more upscale dining venue. Here, lunch will be served at the prestigious Mesón de la Plaza restaurant, situated at 153 Calle Vasconcellos, open daily from 12 pm to 3:30 pm.