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Visit Uruguay

Uruguay is a small but charming country nestled between its much larger neighbours, Argentina and Brazil, where a large portion of the country consists of remote working estancias, undulating hills and verdant pastures full of its renowned cattle grazing. Boasting an enormous coastline, there are famous resort towns – some ultra glitzy and others more bohemian – as well as the capital city, Montevideo, boasting its pleasant waterfront promenade and eclectic mix of colonial buildings and art deco design alongside a thriving theatre and tango scene. Uruguay is also famed for its excellent quality wine and boutique winery hotels in the region of Carmelo, where biking tours, gourmet picnic lunches and wine pairing is top on the to-do list. Uruguay’s quaintest and prettiest town, Colonia, is just a ferry ride across the River Plate from Buenos Aires and is often a key connecting point for the two countries on an itinerary. While often combined for a beach stay at the end of a trip in Argentina, a 2 week trip to Uruguay on its own is perfect for an off-the-beaten-track destination and an experience full of activities such as horse riding, cycling, coastal walks, visits to quaint towns and estancias, as well as enjoying amazing barbeques and wine.

Montevida

Capital City

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Local Time

Uruguayan Peso

Local Currency

Asado

National Dish

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Amazing Asados and Wine

Uruguay has arguably as good wine and beef as Argentina, but is certainly less known for it. Carmelo offers a beautiful wine growing region with a number of luxury wineries that you can stay at and enjoy top-notch culinary experiences. If you fancy doing something a bit different, we can organise cycling tours between the wineries where you can experience a delicious homemade lunch paired with wines. If, during your trip, you visit an authentic Uruguayan ‘estancia’ (ranch), you’ll be lucky enough to try the typical ‘Asado’ (barbequed) lamb and beef and an array of mouthwatering sauces, salads and sides. You’ll also have to try ‘mate’ – a typical type of tea made with strong herbs and sipped from a little hand held pot!

Authenticity

Uruguay is one of the countries in South America where you really don’t need to look hard to find truly authentic culture and experiences. You’ll find Uruguayans sipping on ‘mate’ in the streets, in shops and in their homes. If you stay at one of the typical Uruguayan working estancias, you’ll experience the ‘gaucho’ (cowboy) culture as it is today, but with the comfort and service of a boutique hotel. You’ll be able to sit down and have dinner with the owners of the ranch and genuinely get to know Uruguayans and their way of life.

Horse Riding

Uruguay is one of the best places in Latin America to go horse riding. If you’re looking for something unique, we can organise horse riding through estancias along countryside trails, which will have you arriving at the sand dunes where you’ll be able to ride freely along the beach. It’s likely you’ll spot local wildlife such as capybaras, ñandús, armadillos and deer. If you like the sound of a sunset horse ride with an alfresco dinner under the stars, this is the place for you. Likewise, Uruguay is a fantastic place for hiking, birdwatching, kayaking, cycling and other outdoor activities as well as watersports.

Wild Coastline

Punta del Este is about as glitzy as it gets, so if you’re looking for golden city beaches with high-end restaurants, bars and fiestas – this is the place for you. However, just a short drive away you’ll feel like you’re in a different world. That’s not to say that José Ignacio isn’t high-end – you’ll find beautiful boutiques and excellent restaurants but you’ll also find expanses of wild coastline that you can walk along for hours while watching breathtaking sunsets. If you come here in the low-season, many of the boutiques and restaurants will be closed and there will be very few people about – which, to many, that may be the perfect setting for a special romantic retreat, away from the crowds!

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Itinerary Inspiration

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Signature Uruguay: Wineries, Countryside and Coast

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