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From Montevideo: Punta del Este Full-Day Tour

From Montevideo: Punta del Este Full-Day Tour

Enjoy the convenience of being picked up from your hotel in Montevideo. Take a scenic drive down the coast of Montevideo and Canelone. Discover enchanting landscapes composed of mountain ranges, pines, and eucalyptus. As you journey to Punte del Este, your knowledgable guide will share with you the region's history, including its connection to the mysticism of the Templars and alchemy. Continue across the 10 Road accompanied by the De la Plata River landscape. Arrive in Piriápolis, “the sun’s city.” Visit the Argentino Hotel and take in the spectacular view from the San Antonio Hill. Stop at Punta Ballena and visit Casapueblo, a well-known art museum/workshop/hotel. Arrive at Punta del Este on the Mansa Beach, crossing Nuestra Señora de la Candelaria Port, where the De la Plata River meets the ocean. From here, you can admire the Lobos Island and its lighthouse. Marvel at Punte del Este’s most emblematic Monument: La Mano. This sculpture of a hand emerges from the sand– seemingly reaching for the skies. Enjoy some free time in the city. Take photos, shop, and explore the city on your own. Choose the option with lunch included and you can sit down for a meal at a Punte del Este restaurant. After your free time, meet your guide for a tour of the city’s Beverly Hill neighborhood. See the mansions and lush gardens. Explore the Marconi and El Cantegril neighborhoods. Afterward, return to Montevideo.

Punta del Este and Piriapolis: Full-Day City Tour

Punta del Este and Piriapolis: Full-Day City Tour

Our transfer service will pick you up from your central Montevideo hotel for an excursion along the beaches of Montevideo and the Costa de Oro, a tourist hotspot with over 30 resorts spanning 70 km. We'll then head to Punta Ballena, home to the renowned Museum-Workshop of Artist Carlos Paéz Vilaró, and explore the Mansa beaches and "Beverly Hills" residential area, featuring notable golf courses. Throughout the tour, our local guide will share intriguing details, making Punta del Este one of Latin America's top resorts. You'll have optional free time for lunch, shopping, and exploring the Art market for souvenirs. We'll conclude the tour by returning to Montevideo hotels.

Sightseeing Adventure: Montevideo to Punta del Este

Sightseeing Adventure: Montevideo to Punta del Este

This tour starts from your place of residence in Montevideo. It requires 4 or more persons, so perfect for groups, families or cruise ships. If you love exploring and seeing new and interesting places this tour is perfect for you. There will be a special stop in the sleepy beach village of Piriapolis. Before arriving in Punta del Este for those that love Art there will be a stop at Casapueblo, where you can visit the museum or have drink in the restaurant (not included). The tour will continue to the famous resort town of Punta del Este, where you will stop at the Port. There will be free time to have lunch and do some exploring. This is a great opportunity to see the very Best of Punta del Este. It's a full day tour with air conditioning including local driver/guide.

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4.5
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I recently went on the "From Montevideo: Punta del Este Full-Day Tour" and had a wonderful experience. The tour was well-organized and offered a perfect blend of relaxation and sightseeing. The bus was comfortable and clean, and the journey from Montevideo to Punta del Este was smooth. Our tour guide was knowledgeable and provided interesting insights into the history and culture of the region. One of the highlights was visiting the iconic Piriápolis, where we had ample time to explore and take in the breathtaking views. The itinerary was well-paced, giving us enough time at each stop without feeling rushed. I particularly enjoyed the time spent at the beautiful beaches of Punta del Este, especially Playa Brava with its famous "Hand" sculpture. Overall, I highly recommend this tour for anyone looking to experience the best of Punta del Este in a day. It’s great for both families and solo travelers alike

Marcela is a sensational guide, very attentive. From the reception desk, throughout the journey, always concerned about their group of tourists, providing guidance, giving tips, helping with photos. We passed through several places, nothing left to be desired, the Casapueblo Museum, a real find, the arrival in Punta was amazing. A place that my husband and I loved visiting. We had an incredible day in Punta. We thank and congratulate Marcela for so much care and attention. The trip is very worth it.

I loved the guide Marcela who accompanied us, she had a lot of interesting information and a lot of knowledge! The transfer was organized and punctual. A ten out of ten and I highly recommend it!

I loved. Marcela a great professional. She treated us very well throughout the trip, very attentive, very friendly. I wish there was a little more time at the stops. Otherwise, 10.

Very good tour, I would only make one observation: spend more time at Casa Pueblo, 40 minutes is not enough to see everything. The guide was wonderful.