Full Day Private Tour to Punta del Este

Overview

It is without a doubt the most famous spa in Uruguay, and one of the best known and most exclusive in Latin America. The natural beauty of its geography is combined with an unparalleled urbanization in the country. Punta del Este is a seaside resort located 130km from Montevideo. A thin peninsula that juts out into the sea and is the official limit between the Río de la Plata and the Atlantic Ocean. In this private tour we will visit its most characteristic and important places, as well as other not so well-known points that only the locals frequent. This destination really includes 32km of coastline between what is Punta Ballena and Manantiales. This is your Tour, with your times and preferences, I am your guide to take you to the best places and advise you, but you are the ones who set the pace and what you prefer to dedicate more or less time to. If they like to stop, we stop, if they want to continue, we continue.

Itinerary

1. Punta Ballena

   Here begins the area of our walk, a high point of rocks that juts out into the sea and offers a spectacular view on both sides. Here is the famous Hotel Casapueblo Museum, built by the artist Carlos Páez Vilaro. I clarify that the duration of this point includes 120 minutes of travel to this place from the start.

   · 2 h 30 min

2. Casapueblo

   The entrance to the place is optional since many times the number of people means that you have to wait a long time and lose time for the rest of the tour.

   · Non-stop passage

3. Las Grutas

   To the East of Punta Ballena, under the slope and cliffs, is the small beach and resort of Las Grutas. A world apart isolated from the rest of the environment with hidden coves and caves.

   · 20 min

4. Playa Mansa

   Already entering our main destination, the first thing we have is Playa Mansa. We will walk along its boulevard making stops to go down to the beach, walk along the wooden walkways, take photos or whatever you like. We will also enter the residential neighborhoods that accompany the coast.

   · 40 min

5. Puerto de Punta del Este

   One of the most characteristic points of the place and most visited. Luxurious yachts and sailboats are combined with artisanal fishermen who return from the sea and sell their fish. Due to the latter, large sea lions always come to wait for the fishermen to throw them leftover fish, so they are on the pier a few meters away from people, like "posing for a photo".

   · 1 h

6. Avenida Gorlero

   local mall

   · 1 h

7. Punta del Este

   At the end of the walk through La Mansa and its surroundings we will be entering the Peninsula, which is the origin of the spa. We will visit its historical places such as the Lighthouse (you cannot enter) and the Church of La Candelaria, as well as its shopping center and famous Gorlero Avenue. We will cross the entire Rambla de Circunvalación passing through the port on the west side, accompanied by the view of Isla Gorriti and on the east the beaches of Los Ingleses and El Emir. Punta de la Salina, its end, separates the Río de la Plata from the Atlantic Ocean and is the southernmost point of the country.

   · 30 min

8. Mano de Punta del Este

   Before entering Playa Brava and its surroundings, the first stop will be at the famous sculpture of Los Dedos.

   · 30 min

9. Playa Brava

   Playa Brava begins to the East of the Peninsula, with other characteristics that differentiate it from La Mansa. After visiting Los Dedos, just like we did at Playa Mansa, we will tour the entire boulevard and the adjacent neighborhoods such as San Rafael, Rincón del Indio, or Bevery Hills, making as many stops as you like.

   · 30 min

10. La Barra

    Thus we will arrive at the mouth of Arroyo Maldonado where on the other side of it is the La Barra spa. We will cross it through the famous undulating bridge and visit the commercial center, the small beaches and its narrow streets.

    · 45 min

11. Manantiales

    After La Barra, there are a series of famous beaches very frequented by the "movida" in summer such as Bikini, Montoya and Manantiales.

    · 20 min

12. Jose Ignacio

    After Manantiales it is 20km along the coast to reach José Ignacio. I cannot assure you that there will be time to visit it as well, but that will depend on the times with which we have moved and your particular interests.

    · 2 h

Pickup

Pickup included.

The start time is flexible depending on your needs. The one published is my suggestion so that you have time to have breakfast and we leave early and have more time to enjoy the tour. If you are on a Cruise and the time you can arrive at the port dock is later than the suggested time, you have nothing to worry about, just tell me the time you will be available and I will be there outside the Port. waiting for you. The vehicle that will be used is licensed for 7 people, including the driver, and there are safety features for everyone. The ideal number of adults in the group should be 4 of medium build so that they can travel in complete comfort. It is also possible to incorporate 2 children or adolescents if they are not corpulent. The clarification is because the 3rd row seat is smaller than the rest.

What to know before you go

• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Service animals allowed
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• You will receive confirmation immediately when you book.

Travelers

Pricing per group (up to 6 people).

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

• From 1 days before : 100% refunded
• From 0 days before : 0% refunded

This activity can be canceled in case of bad weather.

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