Across the River Plate to Uruguay
Bite-sized trip
Day 1 – Sail across the River Plate to Montevideo
You’ll be picked up this morning in Buenos Aires in time for the morning crossing to Montevideo. It takes a little under 3 hours to cross this vast section of the River Plate (Rio de la Plata), with the continent to the west and the Atlantic Ocean to the east. The journey is an experience in itself, and on arrival in Montevideo you’ll complete some simple border formalities before a driver takes you to your comfortable modern hotel near the centre of the city. In the afternoon you’ll join a city tour to get acquainted with the city, before exploring some of the capital’s excellent bars and restaurants in the evening.
Days 2-3 – Colonia de Sacramento
After breakfast this morning you’ll make your way to the bus station to board the comfortable service to Colonia de Sacramento, around 2.5hrs away. Colonia has a rich history, and it’s UNESCO-listed centre draw tourists from all over the world. Colonial buildings line the narrow cobbled streets, where artists sell their wares and little restaurants and bars ply their trade.
The sunsets from the riverfront are beautiful, and always draw some applause (a Uruguayan tradition). You’ll spend a couple of nights in an attractive hotel near the old centre, from where you can explore the town’s charms at your own pace.
Day 4 – Goodbye Uruguay
This morning it’ll be time to wave goodbye to Uruguay, as you catch the ferry back to Buenos Aires from Colonia’s port. This time the crossing is only around one and a half hours across a narrower section of the river, and a driver will be waiting to pick you up at the other side.
Accommodation
For this bite-sized trip we offer the following options
Across the River Plate to Uruguay - Special Stay
If you’re looking for a unique experience during your stay in Colonia del Sacramento, consider our Special Stay option. Our In Style option is a little more special and unique, but still full of local character! In Colonia del Sacramento you will stay in an old Spanish mansion, renovated into a boutique hotel right in the heart of the old town, overlooking the central square. There are plenty of spots to relax, whether in the living room, the sunny garden of in the charming patio with a fountain. If you’re interested in upgrading to our Special Stay accommodation for this bite-sized trip, you can select this option below.
