On Adventure Life's Uruguay tours, you may witness modern, cosmopolitan cities with historic colonial neighborhoods, wide open spaces of Uruguay's Pampa & remote coastline. Nestled between Argentina & Brazil, Uruguay is a small country with a big personality. It attracts both the glitterati from around the world to its sunny beaches & chic restaurants & nightclubs as well as the traveler looking for peace & quiet in Uruguay's countryside. We have tours to the cities of Colonia, Montevideo, Punta del Este as well as the remote estancias, quaint seaside villages, and even cruises to Antarctica. Let us know what experience you are looking for with a custom trip, whether you want more time at the beach, wine-tasting, bird-watching, horseback riding, or hiking, and we can put together a personalized trip plan.

Top 10 Tours of Uruguay for 2022-2023

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Playa Brava Monumento Mano, Punta del Este

Coast of Uruguay

7 Days from $1,938

This week-long Uruguay trip takes you to the shores of the Rio Plata and Atlantic Ocean with visits to Punta del Este, La Paloma and Punta del Diablo. Relax in comfortable beachfront lodges with ample time for horseback riding, fishing, wine tasting or simply relaxing at the beach. You'll visit Jose Ignacio, Montevideo, and Punta del Este.

Uruguay's Estancias

8 Days from $2,639

Experience Uruguay's rich history and tradition of gaucho cowboy culture with an 8-day tour of the renowned estancias. Explore the country from the city of Montevideo to the coastal village of Cabo Polonio. Along the way you will stay at the estancias - beautifully appointed ranches retaining their historically rustic charm.

Best of Uruguay Self-Drive

11 Days from $4,300

This 11-day Uruguay tour offers you plenty of chances to savor the wine and relax on the beaches. Visit Colonia and Montevideo before heading northeast into the hilly region for two nights to visit wineries and olive oil plantations. The trip ends with two days in the coastal village of Jose Ignacio to relax and enjoy the beach.

Highlights of Uruguay

Estancias and Beaches
8 Days from $3,003

Uruguay is famous for its estancias and beaches, and this 8 day Uruguay tour offers both. Visit Colonia and Montevideo before heading east to a traditional estancia for two nights for horseback riding and a glimpse at the gaucho culture. The trip ends with two days in the coastal village of Jose Ignacio at an ecolodge located on the beach.

Montevideo Trails of Culture and Wine

3 Days from $1,066

Montevideo's wine and culture are part of Uruguay's rich legacy and you'll enjoy the best that this 3-day extension tour has to offer. Visit museums, historic locations and wineries during this relaxing tour.

Culinary Adventure in Argentina & Uruguay

13 Days from $7,231

This 13-day active Argentina & Uruguay trip explores the best of these countries' culinary delights. Your journey includes traditional cooking classes, wine tasting, hiking, city tours, and beautiful landscapes. Visit Buenos Aires, Mendoza, Aconcagua & Montevideo. To end your tour, spend some time relaxing on the sunny white beaches of Uruguay.

Colonia

1 Day from $133

Take a trip to Colonia del Sacramento in Uruguay, a charming seaside town. Walking tours of the coastal promenade, Real de San Carlos with its bullfighting arena, the Old Town and museums are all included in the tour, which is tailored to your interests.

Western Vineyards of Uruguay

4 Days from $1,456

Spend 4 days touring Colonia del Sacramento with its rich cultural heritage and the area of Carmelo where you will visit multiple wineries along with their own varieties of wine.

Explore Colonia

3 Days from $358

A quick ferry ride from Buenos Aires takes you back in time to this old colonial town. Tour the city with your guide and enjoy the various restaurants, art and craft shops and museums.

The Great Adventure

Buenos Aires to Montevideo
17 Days from $14,190

Cruise the Southern Ocean aboard the luxurious L'Austral to explore the unique regions of South Georgia, the Falkland Islands, and the Antarctic Peninsula for 17 days. These alluring lands grandly showcase their rugged landscapes, iceberg-studded waters, and distinctive wildlife.

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3 Best Luxury Tours & Cruises from Uruguay for 2022-2023

Trip Name	From	Days	Next Departure	Summary
The Great Adventure	$14190	17	Mar 4, 2023	Cruise the Southern Ocean aboard the luxurious L'Austral to explore the unique regions of South Georgia, the Falkland Islands, and the Antarctic … 0
The Weddell Sea & the South Sandwich Islands	$25410	18	Mar 11, 2023	From Patagonia, to the Antarctic peninsula, via South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands, this all-new itinerary will take you into the heart of … 0
Antarctica, South Georgia & Falkland Islands	$25591	19	Feb 23, 2024	The South Georgia Islands are teeming with wildlife and exploration history, while the intriguing Falkland Islands are unique, as is the great white … 0

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Uruguay Travel Guide

Uruguay Overview

Boasting beautiful coastline, sand dunes, rolling grassland, gaucho culture, and a tradition of barbeque, Uruguay is one of South America's treasures. Still somewhat undiscovered by many tourists, now is the time to experience Uruguay at its truest! This small country nestled between Argentina and Brazil is a charming addition to any South American trip.

Highlights of Uruguay
Although it is the smallest Spanish-speaking country in South America, Uruguay's dynamic landscapes & unique culture definitely stand out to anyone lucky enough to visit. Your Uruguayan adventure might feature:

A stop at an authentic & operational Estancia (a Latin American ranch).
Samples of some of Uruguay's finest wines, cheese, and gourmet cuisine.
A stay in Punta del Este, renowned as one of South America's best beach resort cities, right along the country's glamorous Riviera.
3-4 day tours of historic Colonia or the charming village of La Pedrera.
A multisport adventure along the sun-drenched coast, inclding opportunities to bike, canoe, hike, and climb impressive sand dunes.