The Colonia Premium Day Tour from Buenos Aires provides a chance to explore the historic charms of Colonia del Sacramento, just across the Rio de la Plata in Uruguay. For a modest price, travelers can enjoy round-trip ferry tickets, guided walking tours, and ample time to wander the colonial streets at their own pace. While the tour covers the major sights, it also leaves room for personal discovery – an enticing prospect for those seeking an enriching day trip beyond the Argentine capital.

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Key Points

The Colonia Premium Day Tour from Buenos Aires offers a full-day excursion to the historic city of Colonia del Sacramento, Uruguay, including round-trip fast ferry tickets and a guided walking tour.
The tour duration is approximately 10-11 hours, with hotel pick-up and drop-off, and includes air-conditioned transportation and a professional, licensed bilingual guide.
Travelers can explore key landmarks like the Colonia Lighthouse, Calle de los Suspiros, and Basilica De Santisimo Sacramento during the guided walking tour.
Participants have free time for independent exploration, including dining, shopping, and relaxation in Colonia del Sacramento.
The tour has mixed reviews, with some travelers appreciating the smooth arrangements and knowledgeable guides, while others suggest more independent exploration time would be preferred.

Tour Overview

The Colonia Premium Day Tour from Buenos Aires offers travelers an opportunity to explore the historic city of Colonia del Sacramento, Uruguay.

The tour lasts approximately 10-11 hours and costs $175 per person, with the price varying based on group size.

Included in the tour are round-trip fast ferry tickets, hotel pick-up and drop-off, a guided walking tour of Colonia’s historic center, a professional driver in Buenos Aires, a licensed bilingual guide in Colonia, and air-conditioned transportation.

Travelers can look forward to cruising across the Rio de la Plata, visiting key landmarks, and enjoying free time for lunch, shopping, and relaxation in Colonia.

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Itinerary Details

Cruise across the Rio de la Plata to Colonia del Sacramento, Uruguay, where the guided walking tour takes visitors through the historic center. This tour includes stops at the iconic Colonia Lighthouse, the charming Calle de los Suspiros, and the Basilica De Santisimo Sacramento. Travelers will have time to enjoy lunch, shop, and relax in Colonia before heading back. The tour provides pickup from centrally located hotels or apartments, and return transportation is included.

Highlights	Duration
Colonia Lighthouse	10-11 hours
Calle de los Suspiros	–
Basilica De Santisimo Sacramento	–
Free time for lunch and shopping	–

Pickup and Meeting Information

Pickup and meeting points for the Colonia Premium Day Tour are conveniently located. Hotel or apartment pickups are available at central locations.

The tour meeting point is at the cruise port’s Door #12. Travelers receive their tickets via the Viator Dashboard and WhatsApp. They must check-in at the ferry company counter with a passport or valid ID.

The tour accommodates most travelers, including those with strollers or wheelchairs. However, once tickets are issued, changes can’t be made, and the tour is non-refundable.

The maximum group size is 30 travelers.

Inclusions and Exclusions

As part of the Colonia Premium Day Tour, travelers can expect a number of inclusions.

The tour provides round-trip fast ferry tickets, hotel pick-up and drop-off, a guided walking tour of Colonia’s historic center, a professional driver in Buenos Aires, and a licensed bilingual guide in Colonia.

Transportation is provided by air-conditioned vehicle.

However, the tour doesn’t include lunch, which travelers can enjoy on their own in Colonia.

Plus, the tour is non-refundable, and any changes can’t be applied once tickets are issued.

Traveler Experiences and Feedback

Travelers have provided mixed reviews on the Colonia Premium Day Tour. Positive comments highlight the smooth arrangements, knowledgeable guides, and enjoyable experiences.

However, some travelers noted the walking tour duration was short, suggesting independent exploration might be more cost-effective.

The value for money has also received mixed feedback, with some feeling the tour was overpriced compared to booking the ferry independently.

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Accessibility and Additional Considerations

The tour is accessible for most travelers, including those with strollers or wheelchairs.

Confirmations are received at booking, but changes can’t be applied once tickets are issued. The maximum group size is 30 travelers.

This is a non-refundable tour – no refunds will be given for cancellations.

Travelers should check-in at the ferry company counter with a passport or valid ID. Tickets are sent through the Viator Dashboard and WhatsApp.

Pricing and Booking Details

The Colonia Premium Day Tour from Buenos Aires is priced at $175.00 per person, though the exact cost may vary depending on the group size.

This fee covers round-trip fast ferry tickets, hotel pick-up and drop-off, a guided walking tour of Colonia’s historic center, a professional driver in Buenos Aires, a licensed bilingual guide in Colonia, and air-conditioned transportation.

Tickets are non-refundable, and changes can’t be applied once issued. Travelers must check in at the ferry company counter with a passport or valid ID.

The maximum group size for this tour is 30 people.

Highlights of the Colonia Tour

One of the highlights of the Colonia Premium Day Tour is the guided walking tour through the historic center of Colonia del Sacramento.

Travelers will explore the Colonia Lighthouse, the picturesque Calle de los Suspiros, and the Basilica De Santisimo Sacramento.

The tour provides:

An in-depth look at the Portuguese and Spanish colonial influences that shaped the town’s architecture and history.
Opportunities to browse local shops and indulge in lunch at the leisure of the travelers.
Time to soak in the relaxed, riverside ambiance of this UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Transportation to and from the tour, including round-trip ferry tickets.

Sum Up

The Colonia Premium Day Tour from Buenos Aires offers an enriching cultural experience in the charming town of Colonia del Sacramento, Uruguay. Travelers enjoy round-trip fast ferry tickets, guided walking tours, and air-conditioned transportation, allowing them to explore the historic center and its key landmarks independently. The tour’s flexibility and inclusions make it an attractive option for those seeking a day trip across the Rio de la Plata.