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The 9 Best Walking Tours in Colonia del Sacramento, Colonia Department
The historic quarter of Colonia del Sacramento, founded in 1680, evokes old Lisbon with its Portuguese-influenced architecture and winding streets. The area, located in southwestern Uruguay on the Rio de la Plata, was named a UNESCO World Heritage site in 1995. It's an easy day trip by ferry from Buenos Aires, making the beaches a popular Argentinean escape. Major sights include Iglesia Matriz, the country's oldest church, the Municipal Museum and a 17th-century port jutting into the river.
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1. 2-Days and 1 Night in Colonia
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
Visit Uruguay and enjoy Colonia del Sacramento. Founded in 1680 by Portuguese people, this small town with a beautiful colonial architecture awakens admiration among visitors who walk along the cobblestoned streets and marvel at residences and colourful houses. For these reasons, Colonia was declared World Heritage by UNESCO. Ret}st in a 4 stars hotel, and discover the city by yourself.
Inclusions: Breakfast, Ferry Tickets, Hotel Pick-Up and Drop-Off, 2-hour Colonia del Sacramento city tour with a local tour guide, Overnight Accommodation at a 4* Hotel in Colonia
Exclusions: Food and Drinks
Reviewed By juliasU2939EQ
We really enjoyed this virtual live experience all together. And even-though we decided to "only" watch, due to the time difference (after dinner for us), we had a great time learning more about how to properly cook Empanadas. Thanks again to Camila for making it very interesting, "tasteful"and fun and giving us the chance to discover the world of Empanadas and also sharing insights about Argentina with us.
2. Full Day Birdwatching and Nature Tour
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5.0 based on 2 reviews
A birding tour during your stay in Colonia can be a great chance to experience and learn about the more natural aspect of the city, especially if you´ve already been to the more typical historical sites. Colonia is a highly touristic city, but ecotourism is not exploited in the least. To date there are no other local operators which provide ecotourism services. Colonia Birding offers nature tours to any nature enthusiasts who would like to get to know our rich biodiversity. At the same time, this would provide income to local communities, thus promoting conservation and awareness of natural areas and species, something much needed. Furthermore, your guide is a professional biologist and ornithologist with ample field experience. He´s worked in diverse research projects accross Uruguay, where he's learned much during long field hours, not only about birds but also the natural life of Uruguay in general. He is bilingüal in spanish and english, and sometimes ventures into portuguese.
Inclusions: Small snacks of typical local food are included, Bottled water, The typical Mate is included, you will learn how to prepare it and share it during one of our snack stops.
Exclusions: Private transportation, Tour participants are strongly recommended to bring their own binoculars.
Reviewed By barbarahH74SV
Visiting Uruguay for a conference, I was very happy to find Colonia birding because the conference left me little time to explore on my own. I joined a tour of ca. 12, of whom I was the only one with an ornithology background. Rafa did a wonderful job serving us all, explaining introductory birding skills alternating with tips for identifying rarities. He also emphasized natural history context, not just twitching, and told us a lot about conservation and culture in Uruguay, interspersed with a demonstration of Mate tea and home-baked sweets. Rafa is caring, attentive, and a native speaker of both English and Spanish. Because he took such good care of all of us, I believe everyone was enriched. I personally came out with a good idea of the local bird community, better knowledge of behaviour and ecology, and of course several species that were new to me. After the excursion Rafa sent a detailed list to all and shared his list with me on ebird. A great experience and wonderful day out.
3. Small-Group Day Trip to Colonia from Buenos Aires
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4.7 based on 29 reviews
Enjoy a one-day visit to the small but picturesque town of Colonia, Uruguay. The tour includes a fast ferry, a 2-hour walking guided tour in Colonia with a professional guide and transfers in Buenos Aires and Colonia. Languages Offered: Spanish & English
Inclusions: Professional Guide, Hotel Pick-Up and Drop-Off, Ferry tickets, Colonia del Sacramento City Tour
Exclusions: Food and drinks, Gratuities
Reviewed By juliasU2939EQ
We really enjoyed this virtual live experience all together. And even-though we decided to "only" watch, due to the time difference (after dinner for us), we had a great time learning more about how to properly cook Empanadas. Thanks again to Camila for making it very interesting, "tasteful"and fun and giving us the chance to discover the world of Empanadas and also sharing insights about Argentina with us.
4. Premium Day Trip to Colonia from Buenos Aires
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4.5 based on 10 reviews
Get to know the city of Colonia del Sacramento on a one day trip from Buenos Aires. Discover the colonial charm and history of this coastal city while exploring the cobbled streets with a professional guide. The tour includes a fast ferry, a 2-hour walking guided tour in Colonia with a guide and transfers in Buenos Aires and Colonia. Languages Offered: Spanish & English We are granted by the safe travel seal of World Travel & Tourism Council.
Inclusions: Professional guide, Hotel Pick-Up and Drop-Off, Ferry Tickets, Colonia del Sacramento City Tour
Exclusions: Food and drinks, Gratuities
Reviewed By ivbuyliev
Absolutely worth for the money! Great experience, comfortable ride. The boat trip was also amazing. Communication with travel agency was perfect .Patrice was the guide. He is knowledgeable and friendly. Highly recommend him as a guide. Gracias por todos! Merci pour tout!
5. Day Tour in Colonia del Sacramento Uruguay with Wine Tasting
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3.5 based on 4 reviews
Colonia Express is a ferry company that connects Argentina and Uruguay within an hour. Our Colonia del Sacramento day tour will give you the opportunity to visit another country, Uruguay, and enjoy a lovely river tour at the same time. It will only take you a few hours journey to enjoy a lifetime experience. Please join us. Choose any of our day tour plans and come on board!
Inclusions: Alcoholic Beverages, All Fees and Taxes
Exclusions: Lunch
Reviewed By Susievisa
Ferry cancelled due to COVID. I was told by Colonia that I could get a partial refund (they keep 30%) because I'm a foreigner. Then when it was time to move forward with requesting the 70% refund for our tickets, they said they would only refund me the money if I have a bank in Argentina. That doesn't add up...they're offering a partial refund since I'm a foreigner, yet they only send refunds to people with Argentine bank accounts.
6. Private Full Day Tour Colonia de Sacramento
We offer a special experience to the customer. We have a very rich agenda with differents places, the customer review the options and choose the place that want to visit. Comfortable and safe transfer from and to the hotel where they are staying or if it is the case, from and to the airport or port. Our driver will also fulfill the role of guide as he has the necessary prior preparation to be able to communicate to our clients knowledge about the places that We offer to visit.
Inclusions: Binocular, Bottled water, Air-conditioned vehicle, Private transportation, Celular phone charger, Internet signal
Exclusions: Lunch, Dinner, All Fees and Taxes
Reviewed By Roddy F
My wife and myself enjoyed a half day city tour with Franklin. Booking was simple and Franklin get in touch during our cruise and was there on the day exactly where stated and on time. Car was comfortable and Franklin had planned our 4 hours with him, we saw everything we wanted and more and he added a few additional stops due to my interest in football. Overall a great 4 hours, Franklin was a gentleman, was never intrusive, was there with information when required. Would highly recommend.
7. 2 Days and 1 Night visiting Colonia and Montevideo
Visit Uruguay and enjoy the town of Colonia and the capital city, Montevideo. Colonia was founded in 1680 by Portuguese people. This small town with a beautiful colonial architecture awakens admiration among visitors who walk along the cobblestoned streets and admire residences and colorful houses. For these reasons, Colonia was declared World Heritage by UNESCO. Montevideo is the capital and most important and influential city in Uruguay, seat of MERCOSUR. It hosts one of the most important ports in the region. This metropolis has an old district with a strong Spanish influence, with the main focus on Plaza de la Independencia (Independence square) and new areas, such as Carrasco, Punta Carretas, Pocitos and Malvin.
Inclusions: Breakfast, Ferry Tickets, Hotel Pick-Up and Drop-Off, Transport from Colonia to Montevideo, 2-hour city tour with a local tour guide in Colonia, 3-hour city tour with a local tour guide in Montevideo, Overnight accommodation in a 4* Hotel in Montevideo
Exclusions: Food and Drinks
Reviewed By ivbuyliev
Absolutely worth for the money! Great experience, comfortable ride. The boat trip was also amazing. Communication with travel agency was perfect .Patrice was the guide. He is knowledgeable and friendly. Highly recommend him as a guide. Gracias por todos! Merci pour tout!
8. 2 Days and 1 Night in Colonia
Visit Uruguay and enjoy Colonia del Sacramento. Founded in 1680 by Portuguese people, this small town with a beautiful colonial architecture awakens admiration among visitors who walk along the cobblestoned streets and marvel at residences and colourful houses. For these reasons, Colonia was declared World Heritage by UNESCO.
Inclusions: Breakfast, Ferry Tickets, Hotel Pick-Up and Drop-Off, 2-hour Colonia del Sacramento city tour with a local tour guide, Overnight Accommodation at a 4* Hotel in Colonia
Exclusions: Food and Drinks
Reviewed By ivbuyliev
Absolutely worth for the money! Great experience, comfortable ride. The boat trip was also amazing. Communication with travel agency was perfect .Patrice was the guide. He is knowledgeable and friendly. Highly recommend him as a guide. Gracias por todos! Merci pour tout!
9. Colonia del Sacramento City Tour
Book a Memorable half day City Tour of Colonia del Sacramento and discover this ancient Portuguese City from the XVII century, declared Patrimony of Mankind by the UNESCO for its architecture. We will walk along the stone streets, the old buildings, old forts and Spanish and Portuguese Museums. We will visit the Port, downtown, the Ferrando Beach and the Trees Reserve, the lovely “Rambla” that stretches along the coast up to the famous Real de San Carlos where we will be able to see the “Plaza de Toros”, the "Hippodrome" and old harbor.
Inclusions: Professional Guide, Half Day Experience, Air-conditioned vehicle, Hotel pickup and drop-off (centrally located hotels only)
Exclusions: Entrance to Museums, Meals and drinks, Gratuities
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