Carmelo City Tour
Take a tour from Colonia to visit one of the most charming and romantic cities in Uruguay: Carmelo. Its natural beauty, pretty countryside architecture and exquisite landscapes make a fairytale setting for your vacation. Go ahead, book a tour to Carmelo!
| Type of service | Regular |
|---|---|
| Seasons | All year round |
| Type of traveller | Solo traveller, With kids, Backpackers, Couples |
| Country | Uruguay |
| Type of tour | Sightseeing Tours |
| Associated destination | N/A |
Includes:
- Transfers to/from hotels in the city.
- Bilingual guide (English and Spanish).
Monday to Sunday
Departure: 9:00 hs.
4 hs approx.
Itinerary
Founded in 1816 by General José Gervasio Artigas, hero and liberator of Uruguay (officially República Oriental del Uruguay), the city of Carmelo maintains a wealth of natural beauty and serenity, attracting people who visit in search of rest, beauty and comfort.
After being picked up at your hotel, travel from Colonia del Sacramento towards the Uruguay River. Enjoy the beautiful countryside that stretches along Route 21, along which several wineries are located, following the oldest European traditions to make delicious wines. You’ll know you’ve arrived in Carmelo when you go through the Rotary Bridge (Puente Giratorio) which crosses the Arroyo de las Vacas (a river), a bright and photogenic feat of engineering that is an iconic symbol of the town.
Once you enter the city, this tour to Carmelo will take you to see the Plaza de la Independencia, one of the biggest tourist attractions, which houses a number of historic homes. Next, head to Constituyentes Boulevard and the Carmelo Rowing Club, where you can see the yachts at anchor and the extensive beach that attracts many water sports fans. At the end of the day trip to Carmelo you will return to Colonia, and be dropped off at your hotel.
Carmelo is a town on the Uruguayan coast whose beauty and tranquility is sure to renew your senses. Book this relaxing day trip from Colonia online today.
Important Notes
- Dress code & recommendations: We recommend that you wear comfortable shoes and clothing.
- Solo traveler: This tour operates with a minimum of two people. If you make an individual reservation and no other passenger signs up, the individual reservation will become a private tour and this will incur an additional cost. Because of that, we recommend that if you wish to make an individual reservation, please contact our Customer Service team first to ask about the availability of the service.
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