Colonia del Sacramento Trip
Description
Colonia del Sacramento is one of Uruguay’s prettiest cities. Discover its charms on this day trip from Buenos Aires and explore its most emblematic monuments.
Description
When making your booking, you'll be able to choose from the following options:
Ferry + Historic Center Tour
At the scheduled time, we'll set sail from the port in Buenos Aires on the Colonia Express ferry to Colonia del Sacramento. We'll dock in Colonia del Sacramento after a journey of around 1 hour and 15 minutes.
Having disembarked, we'll set off on a 1.5-hour guided walking tour of the historic center of Colonia del Sacramento, one of the most beautiful cities in Uruguay. We'll spend an hour discovering the picturesque architecture of the UNESCO World Heritage Site-designated old quarter.
Admiring the façades of the historic buildings, we'll see how they combine Portuguese and Spanish colonial styles of architecture, reflecting the history of the city. During the tour, we'll also get to see the iconic lighthouse next to the Bastion de San Pedro, the Basilica of the Holy Sacrament, and the cobbled street known as Calle de los Suspiros, the "Street of Sighs".
After the tour of Colonia del Sacramento, you'll have some free time until the afternoon, when it'll be time to take the ferry back to Buenos Aires.
Days and times of operation: this option takes place Monday through Sunday at 8:30 am.
Ferry + Tour + Lunch
In this tour, we'll do the same activities as the previous modality, as well as enjoying lunch at El Refugio (this restaurant may vary according to availability or season). The menu will be composed of:
For the main course, you can choose between:
- Chicken thigh or pork loin, both grilled with mashed potatoes or mixed salad.
- Homemade pasta of the day with one of these sauces: filetto, bolognese, or leek and mushroom cream.
- Meat milanesa fillet with coleslaw or french fries.
- Fish of the day with mashed potatoes or roasted vegetables.
- Ravioli stuffed with pumpkin and mozzarella with filetto or pesto sauce.
Dessert: Flan or caramel cream, depending on the day.
Days and times of operation: this option takes place Monday through Sunday at 8:30 am.
How does it work?
During this day trip, you will embark on a scenic ferry ride followed by an engaging walking tour of Colonia del Sacramento's historic center, showcasing its colonial architecture and rich history. You can select between two options to enhance your experience. The first option focuses solely on the ferry and the guided tour, allowing for exploration time post-tour. The second option includes lunch at El Refugio after the guided tour, offering a delicious selection of local dishes.
Included
- Ferry ticket to Colonia del Sacramento.
- Guided walking tour of the historic center.
- Lunch (only for the Ferry + Tour + Lunch option).
Not Included
- Personal expenses.
- Guided services not mentioned.
Meeting point
Departure from the port in Buenos Aires.
Documents required
To enter Uruguay, people of certain nationalities will need to show their passport or other documents such as visas, etc. You can check the necessary documentation at the following link: requirements to visit Uruguay.
What's included
- Round trip ferry between Buenos Aires and Colonia del Sacramento
- English–speaking tour of Colonia del Sacramento (depending on selection)
- Lunch(depending on selection)
- Boarding fees
What's not included
- Drinks
Cancellation policy
Rimborso del 70% se cancelli almeno 72 ore prima (local time)
Accessibility
Not wheelchair accessible. Information in accessible formats. Staff with knowledge of sign language.
Important information
Departure from Buenos Aires
This booking confirmation alone isn't valid for the trip. The local provider will email you a voucher that you'll need to present at check-in. You'll exchange this voucher for a ticket that'll grant you access to the transportation we'll be taking.
Important Info
You must be at the port of embarkation at least an hour and a half before the departure of the ship.
It's also mandatory to carry a valid passport or any other necessary documentation (depending on your nationality), as well as a reservation number.
You must be at the Madero Sur port terminal in Buenos Aires. You'll need to check in for boarding at the Colonia Express booth, located at the following address: Avenida Elvira Rawson de Dellepiane, 155.
Arrival in Colonia del Sacramento
If you have chosen the option with a tour of the historic center, once you dock at the port of Colonia del Sacramento, leave the customs area; you will find a Colonia Express counter on your left. Please go there, and one of the company’s employees will give you the necessary instructions.
If you have chosen the option with lunch, please note that the meal will take place at the restaurant El Refugio. This is its location: https://maps.app.goo.gl/WNfamJf1vmCjzptFA.
Departure from Colonia del Sacramento
You must be at the Colonia Express port terminal, located at the following address in Colonia del Sacramento: Muelle de Ultramar.
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