Colonia del Sacramento, AR
Board a luxurious ferry from Buenos Aires to Colonia del Sacramento, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Spend the day exploring its stunning beauty and rich history on your own, or join an optional tour.
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Embark on a delightful day trip to Colonia del Sacramento, the first site in Uruguay recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage site. Your adventure begins with a round-trip ferry ticket from Buenos Aires to this charming city. Choose from various options, including a guided walking tour or a visit to a local winery.
Founded in 1680 by the Portuguese explorer Manuel Lobo, Colonia has a rich history marked by shifts between Portuguese and Spanish rule until its Declaration of Independence in 1825. Discover how these influences have created a unique architectural tapestry where Spanish and Portuguese styles harmoniously coexist.
Stroll along the cobblestone streets, taking in breathtaking views of the Río de la Plata. Experience the allure of colorful houses, traditional lanterns, and picturesque sunsets at El Portón de Campo, as well as the famous Street of Sighs and the iconic lighthouse.
If you opt for the walking tour, your knowledgeable guide will meet you at the ferry station, ready to share captivating stories about this remarkable town. After a day of exploration, you’ll return to Buenos Aires via the same scenic ferry route.
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)
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Tips
• 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
la puntualidad, el barco muy lindo, el pueblo precioso
Il posto molto bello, puntualità del battello
El ferry espectacular. Pero NUNCA existió el almuerzo y el guía por la ciudad. Llegamos a Colonia, y nos enteramos que debíamos realizar todo por cuenta propia. Una estafa !.
我是早上0830的船去，1800的船返回，感觉时间拖得有点长，如果能1630返回就比较合适。另外回程过关时间很紧张，人太多。
Lovely lunch. Excellent tour guide. Fascinating location. Nice walking options. Only bad thing - poor lovely stray dogs. I would love it if a charity could help them be rehomed or provided with access to vet treatment for injuries. It was sad to see them behaving so well yet living this way.
Viagem tranquila com uma certa demora para atracar no Porto de Colonia. O passeio a pé proporcionou explorar a cidade e seus principais pontos turísticos.