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Lighthouse in Punta del Este

Uruguay self-drive tour

13 days from $8,400pp

Lighthouse in Punta del Este
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Tour highlights

  • Explore the vibrant capital city of Montevideo.

  • Wander the streets of Colonia del Sacramento after the day-trippers from Argentina have left.

  • Discover Uruguay's up and coming winelands.

  • Relax on José Ignacio's beaches.

Price includes:

  • Fully insured vehicle rental
  • All accommodations
  • 24-hour support while you travel
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Itinerary idea in detail

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  • On arrival this morning you will be met and assisted with the collection of your hire car. You will then hit the road to head to José Ignacio.

    • Lighthouse, José Ignacio, Uruguay
      Lighthouse, José Ignacio, Uruguay
    • Uruguayan Congress building, Montevideo
      Uruguayan Congress building, Montevideo
    • José Ignacio, Uruguay
      José Ignacio, Uruguay

  • Explore José Ignacio and the Atlantic coast at leisure with your hire car.

    • José Ignacio, Uruguay
      José Ignacio, Uruguay
    • José Ignacio, Uruguay
      José Ignacio, Uruguay
    • José Ignacio lighthouse at dusk
      José Ignacio lighthouse at dusk

  • Explore José Ignacio and the Atlantic coast at leisure with your hire car.

  • You will drive further north into the rolling hills of Maldonado.

  • There are various activities at Sacromonte, including nature walks, wine tastings at the large outdoor communal table and scenic hikes.

  • Today, you may enjoy horse riding at Sacromonte and continue to explore the region.

  • You will drive back to the capital city today, arriving at your hotel in the vibrant area of Pocitos in Montevideo.

    • Montevideo, Uruguay
      Montevideo, Uruguay
    • Montevideo, Uruguay
      Montevideo, Uruguay
    • Montevideo, Uruguay
      Montevideo, Uruguay

  • Your guide will meet you in the morning for a half-day tour of Montevideo.

    • Montevideo
      Montevideo
    • La Carreta monument, Montevideo, Uruguay
      La Carreta monument, Montevideo, Uruguay
    • Montevideo, Uruguay
      Montevideo, Uruguay

  • Back on the road today and you journey west to Uruguay's wine country.

    • Four Seasons Carmelo, Carmelo
      Four Seasons Carmelo, Carmelo
    • Uruguayan wine store
      Uruguayan wine store
    • Montevideo, Uruguay
      Montevideo, Uruguay

  • Explore the wineries in your hire car.

  • A short drive south today as you journey to the UNESCO World Heritage town of Colonia del Sacramento.

    • Street in Colonia del Sacramento, Uruguay
      Street in Colonia del Sacramento, Uruguay
    • Colonia del Sacramento, Uruguay
      Colonia del Sacramento, Uruguay
    • Colonia del Sacramento, Uruguay
      Colonia del Sacramento, Uruguay

  • Explore Colonia with your guide.

    • Colonia del Sacramento, Uruguay
      Colonia del Sacramento, Uruguay
    • Colonia del Sacramento, Uruguay
      Colonia del Sacramento, Uruguay
    • Colonia del Sacramento, Uruguay
      Colonia del Sacramento, Uruguay

  • Return your car to Montevideo Airport and take your night flight home.

    • Colonia del Sacramento, Uruguay
      Colonia del Sacramento, Uruguay
    • Colonia del Sacramento, Uruguay
      Colonia del Sacramento, Uruguay
    • Colonia del Sacramento, Uruguay
      Colonia del Sacramento, Uruguay

Accommodation options

While the itinerary price reflects the suggested accommodations, Audley trips are 100% tailor-made, and a specialist can help you select the option best suited to your tastes and budget.

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When to go

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Place Daily max temperature (°F) Monthly rainfall (mm)
Montevideo
 
José Ignacio
 
Carmelo
 
Colonia del Sacramento
 

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