Highlights
- Cross Río de La Plata, South America's most important river, from Argentina to Uruguay
- Visit the historic colonial town of Colonia del Sacramento, a UNESCO world heritage site
- Enjoy the spectacular view of the sunset in Colonia del Sacramento
Description
Enjoy a day trip to Colonia del Sacramento, the first site in Uruguay to be declared a UNESCO World Heritage site. Explore the city with a round-trip ferry ticket from Buenos Aires to Colonia city. Select from options that include a walking tour and a winery tour.
Founded in 1680 by the Portuguese Manuel Lobo, the city went from Portuguese to Spanish rule several times until the Declaration of Independence in 1825. Discover how these events made the city a melting pot of architectural styles where Spanish and Portuguese-style buildings coexist.
Walk down cobbled streets and enjoy the unique landscape with spectacular views of the Rio de la Plata. Experience the charming houses, cobbled streets, traditional lanterns, and magical sunsets of El Porton de Campo alongside the Street of Sighs and Faro.
If you choose the option that includes the walking tour, your guide will be waiting for you at the ferry station, ready to tell you all about the history of this incredible town. Return to Buenos Aires via the same ferry route at the end of your day trip.
Includes
Roundtrip ferry ticket from Buenos Aires to Colonia city
Walking tour (depending on option selected)
Lunch (depending on option selected; celiac and vegetarian options available)
Winery tour (depending on option selected)
Important Information
- Your full name, passport number, date of birth and nationality are required to generate ferry tickets. Without this information the reservation cannot be confirmed
- This tour goes to Uruguay so please bring your passport or travel document and make sure you're legally authorized to cross the border.
- Passengers cannot be replaced in reservations that are already confirmed by Colonia Express; tickets are non-transferable
- You must arrive at the ferry station 1.5 hours before departure to check in at the port
- The ferry is subject to weather conditions that may influence departure; the ferry is usually very punctual, but delays can happen
- There are no booked seats at the ferry; check in early if you want to get a good seat by the window
- Departures and arrivals from/to Buenos Aires vary depending on the date and option booked; please double-check the option description before booking
Easy cancellation
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund