After exploring the different neighborhoods of Buenos Aires to the rhythm of the tango, you’ll cross the Río de la Plata to head to Uruguay, a small South American country.
Peaceful and friendly, Uruguayan winemakers will surprise you with their wines and vineyards—some traditional, others quite modern. Tannat is the country’s signature grape variety. Delicious experiences await!
A French-speaking guide will accompany you throughout your tour.
Day 1: Ezeiza International Airport – Buenos Aires – City tour of Buenos Aires
Meet and greet at Buenos Aires International Airport (EZE) and transfer to the hotel by private vehicle. Service provided by an English-speaking guide.
Tour of Buenos Aires (half-day).
Buenos Aires, a cosmopolitan city and the gateway for Europeans to Latin America, ranks among the world’s 10 most vibrant cities. A city of art, culture, theaters, and traditions… its diversity appeals to even the most eclectic travelers.
Begin your exploration of the capital in the historic and political heart of Buenos Aires. You’ll walk along 9 de Julio Avenue, the widest avenue in the world, dominated by the Obelisk, the symbol of Buenos Aires. Next, pass by the Teatro Colón, one of the jewels of Argentine architecture dating back to 1908. You will then arrive at the famous central square, Plaza de Mayo, home to buildings such as the Casa Rosada (Government House), the Cabildo, and the Cathedral, all built in the colonial style.
You’ll continue your tour through the San Telmo neighborhood, one of the oldest in Buenos Aires: numerous antique shops, a covered market, old-fashioned cafés in the purest Buenos Aires style, checkerboard-patterned cobblestones, art museums, tango, and restaurants… Locals and tourists mingle in a friendly atmosphere in this historic, bohemian neighborhood full of character, where immigrants who had recently arrived in Buenos Aires first settled. Souvenir and craft market on Sundays at Dorrego Square.
End your tour in the picturesque neighborhood of La Boca by strolling down El Caminito, a narrow street lined with brightly colored historic houses, where painters, tango dancers, and singers gather.
Return to your hotel after the tour.
Overnight stay at the Palo Santo Hotel in a Premium Room (STD).
Included: arrival transfer, (private) tour, room & breakfast.
Day 2: Tour of Buenos Aires – Argentine Asado at Luis’s
Buenos Aires Tour (Half-Day): Your day begins with a tour of the Recoleta neighborhood, known for its many colonial-style houses, many of which were once the homes of historical figures.
Next, a visit to the Recoleta Cemetery, where many celebrities, writers, and politicians are buried.
You’ll continue your tour through the Palermo neighborhood, take a stroll through Tres de Febrero Park, and then return to your hotel after the tour.
You’re heading to Luis, a private-dining restaurant, for an authentic Argentine asado experience.
Luis welcomes you and explains how to prepare a traditional Argentine asado, including the techniques and secrets involved, as well as the Argentine rituals and traditions that accompany this shared experience. Those who wish to can get hands-on. The meat is paired with fine local wines (Malbec, Torrontés, etc.).
Overnight stay at the Palo Santo Hotel in a Premium Room (STD).
Included: tour (private), dinner, wine tasting, room & breakfast.
Day 3: Buenos Aires – Crossing the Río de la Plata – Colonia del Sacramento – Carmelo – Colonia del Sacramento
Transfer from your hotel to the port of Buenos Aires by private vehicle. Early in the morning, take a ferry across the Río de la Plata to the charming town of Colonia del Sacramento in Uruguay, with its Portuguese charm.
Private transfer from Colonia del Sacramento to Carmelo, including a tour, wine tasting, and lunch at Bodega El Legado
The Marzuca family welcomes you to the El Legado vineyard. They will give you a tour of their estate and explain the different grape varieties and the entire winemaking process.
The tasting includes three different wines produced on-site (high-quality wines) served with cheese and cold cuts. If you’d like, you can taste the following wines straight from the barrel: Syrah Reserva, Tannat Reserva, and Blend Gran Reserva.
Lunch will consist of a large barbecue featuring a variety of meats, served with grilled vegetables. For dessert, we’ll serve vanilla ice cream with Tannat sauce. Water and wine are included.
Overnight stay at the Hotel Royal Colonia in a standard room.
Included: departure transfer, boat ticket, private transportation, tour (group tour), lunch, wine tasting, room & breakfast.
Day 4: Colonia del Sacramento – Finca Piedra – Montevideo
Private transfer to San Jose: Tour, tasting, and lunch at the Finca Piedra rural ranch.
The vineyards of Bodega Finca Piedra are located on the slopes of the Sierras de Mahoma, an ideal setting for producing fine wines, characterized by rocky soils that give the ranch its name.
The quality of the soil and favorable climatic conditions create an excellent microclimate that gives the wines a unique and distinctive flavor.
During the tour, you’ll see and learn how the wine is made, followed by a tasting. The wines are made from grape varieties imported from France: Tannat, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Merlot, Syrah, Pinot Noir, and Viognier. You’ll taste a selection of the winery’s wines and then have lunch there.
Free afternoon at Finca Piedra
Private transfer to Montevideo and overnight stay at the Own Montevideo Hotel in a Junior Suite (STD).
Included: private transportation, tour (group tour), lunch, wine tasting, room & breakfast.
Day 5: Montevideo – Wine Tastings and Winery Tour
Tour and tasting at Bodega Stagnari: You’ll have the opportunity to visit the world’s most award-winning Tannat vineyard. A member of the Stagnari family will welcome you and reveal all the secrets of Tannat winemaking.
La Bodega is located in "La Puebla," a historic site nestled in the heart of a unique landscape. Discover the first vineyard maze. You’ll taste a "de Virginia" Chardonnay, Cabernet Sauvignon, Petit Verdot "La Puebla," and Tannat Viejo 2013 vintage, all served with a platter of cheeses and cold cuts.
Tour of the Bouza Winery in Montevideo.
Located 30 minutes from downtown Montevideo, you’ll have the privilege of visiting a boutique winery featuring an exceptional museum of classic cars. You’ll have the opportunity to taste the estate’s various wines and enjoy a gourmet lunch. This is one of Uruguay’s most prestigious wineries, having won over 75 international awards and medals.
Tasting of 4 wines with food pairings and lunch at the winery
Overnight stay at the Own Montevideo Hotel in a Junior Suite (STD).
Included: guided tour (group tour), wine tasting, admission to the sites listed in the itinerary, guided tour (private), room & breakfast.
Day 6: Tour of Montevideo
You’ll visit Montevideo’s most iconic sites, starting with the Old City and its various attractions, such as Constitution Square and the cathedral, Independence Square with the Presidential Palace and the Solís Theater, and, in the center, the Mausoleum dedicated to General Artigas.
Next, you’ll walk up Montevideo’s main avenue, “18 de Julio,” to the palace that houses the Uruguayan Parliament and Senate, and then head to the famous “Centenario de Montevideo” stadium, which FIFA has designated a historic monument of world soccer for having hosted and won the World Cup in 1930.
In the second part of the City Tour, you’ll head east from Montevideo to explore the various neighborhoods along the Rio de la Plata. You’ll discover the Punta Carretas neighborhood with its golf course, lighthouse, and prison-turned-luxury shopping center, before continuing on to the Pocitos neighborhood with its beach and marina. Finally, you’ll visit the Malvín neighborhood with its various beaches and the very residential Carrasco neighborhood with its historic casino.
Overnight stay at the Own Montevideo Hotel in a Junior Suite (STD).
Included: tour (private), private transportation, room & breakfast.
Day 7: Montevideo – Wine Tastings and Winery Tour
Tour and tasting at Bodega Pizzorno – (2.5 hours): This is a family-owned winery with Italian roots, founded in 1910 and located 20 km from Montevideo, in the Canelón Chico region. The vineyard covers 23 hectares and includes the following grape varieties: Tannat, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot, Merlot, Pinot Noir, Malbec, Sauvignon Blanc, and Chardonnay.
The meticulous work carried out on each vineyard plot results in complex, elegant, and fruit-forward wines that reflect the unique character of this terroir. With technology at the heart of their project, you can explore the various stages of winemaking that give rise to the light color characteristic of Bodega Pizzorno’s wines.
You’ll have the opportunity to tour the vineyard and winery, followed by a tasting of white, red, and rosé wines produced on the estate, accompanied by tapas and local cheeses.
Tour, wine tasting, and lunch at Bodega Juanico
This historic winery, owned by the Deicas family, is one of the largest in Uruguay. The vineyard spans over 200 hectares. The Juanicó Winery and its cellar are built entirely of stone, ensuring the wine ages properly and is perfectly preserved. The family will share their passion with you during a guided tour of the vineyard and the winery. Following the tour, you will taste a selection of wines from the Juanicó estate, paired with local products. You will also have lunch on site.
Overnight stay at the Own Montevideo Hotel in a Junior Suite (STD).
Included: tour (private), wine tasting, tour (group tour), lunch, room & breakfast.
Day 8: Montevideo – Wine Tastings and Winery Tour – Punta del Este
Transfer by private vehicle to the city of Punta del Este (130 km, approximately 1 hour and 20 minutes).
Tour and tasting at Bodega Bracco Bosca
Bracco Bosca Winery was founded in 2005, but its vineyards have been in the family for five generations. Located very close to Laguna del Cisne, the winery adheres to production methods that are as natural as possible, moving toward fully organic production that is in harmony with the environment. Legend has it that where the winery stands today, there once stood an ombu (a giant tree) with a treasure of gold coins hidden at its base. You’ll explore the vineyards of this prestigious winery and taste four wines paired with artisanal breads, cheeses, and other appetizers.
Tour, wine tasting, and lunch at Bodega Viña Eden.
Viña Eden is located in Pueblo Edén, on the picturesque Route 12, between the Atlantic Ocean and the Sierra de los Caracoles, on a steep, rocky slope surrounded by beautiful scenery. These conditions provide the ideal setting for producing premium red and white wines, as well as natural sparkling wines made using the traditional Champagne method. Tasting of 3 wines paired with regional cheeses and country bread, followed by lunch: traditional Uruguayan asado.
Overnight stay at the Castilla Hotel ***
Included: private transportation, tour (group tour), wine tasting, lunch, room & breakfast.
Day 9: Punta del Este – Montevideo – Buenos Aires
Tour and tasting at Bodega O’33: Located in José Ignacio, Bodega O’33 José Ignacio boasts 8 hectares of vineyards that are heavily influenced by the Atlantic Ocean. Each plot is selected based on its orientation and soil type to produce wines of the highest quality. After touring the vineyard, it’s time for a wine tasting: Pinot Rosé, Albariño, Pinot Noir, and Tannat, along with a tasting of extra virgin olive oils, served with country bread.
Cafayate, located in the heart of the Calchaquí Valley in the province of Salta, is internationally renowned for the quality of its wines, its mild climate, the friendliness of its residents, and the beauty of its landscapes. You’ll set out to explore the village’s narrow streets and central square (130 km, including 90 km of dirt roads; approximately 3 hours).
Visit to Bodega El Esteco, founded in 1892 by French immigrants. You will also take part in a wine tasting at the winery.
Overnight stay at the Patios de Cafayate Wine Hotel in a standard "Galería" room.
Included: guide fee, private transportation, wine tasting, room & breakfast.
Day 10: Buenos Aires – Milonga Evening
A free day in Buenos Aires, followed by an evening at a milonga—a club where tango enthusiasts gather. You’ll find a cozy, welcoming atmosphere where regulars often have their own table right by the dance floor. Order a drink, settle in, and take your time observing the unspoken rules of Argentine tango: men catch the eye of the women seated to invite them to dance.
A discreet nod signals their agreement, and only then do the dancers meet on the dance floor. The atmosphere at the tables is warm and friendly, with a mix of casual visitors and regulars.
A certain level of dance ability is expected, and smart attire is required to honor the traditions of tango.
Transportation to the milonga and overnight stay at the Cassa Lepage Hotel in a standard room.
Included: admission to the sites listed in the itinerary, private transportation, room and breakfast.
Day 11: Buenos Aires – Ezeiza International Airport
Departure from your hotel and transfer by private vehicle from Buenos Aires to EZE International Airport.
Included: departure transfer
Return trip to Salta and transfer to the airport (approximately 195 km and a 3.5-hour drive).
Domestic flight from Salta to Buenos Aires.
Meet and greet at Aeroparque National Airport (AEP) in Buenos Aires and transfer to the hotel by private vehicle.
Overnight stay at the Patios de San Telmo Hotel in a superior room.
Included: private transportation, airport taxes, domestic flight, arrival transfer, room & breakfast.
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