Colonia Premium Day Tour From Buenos Aires
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At a glance
- Duration
- 11–12 hours
- Price from
- $205 / person
- Location
- Buenos Aires, Argentina
- Rating
- 3.9 / 5 · 150 reviews
- Languages
- EN, ES
- Group
- Up to 30 people
- Cancellation
- See policy below
- Hotel pickup
- Available
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Private Tours
Description
Enjoy a relaxing trip on a fast ferry boat to Colonia, Uruguay from Buenos Aires. Walk around the old foundational area and discover its cobble streets and history of this picturesque city. Benefit from a round trip private transfer from your centrally located hotel, apartment or port and ferry boat ticket to Colonia. ◾ Visit Colonia City, declared a UNESCO heritage site ◾ Enjoy a comfortable trip by fast ferry boat ◾ Take advantage of a walking tour around the old area ◾ Learn about the history and culture of this interesting city ◾ Admire the iconic lighthouse ◾ Get to know the oldest church in Uruguay ◾ Relax while you walk its colorful cobbled streets Your Colonia Premium day tour ends with your transfer back to your centrally located hotel/lodging place or cruise port.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Start times
- 7:00 AM, 8:00 AM, and 8:45 AM
- Next available
- Mon, Nov 2
- Adult (ages 18–51)
- $205
- Senior (ages 52+)
- $205
- Youth (ages 12–17)
- $205
- Child (ages 2–11)
- $191
- Infant (ages 0–1)
- $175
Prices change with the date; the lowest is shown.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Nov 1.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Rio de la Plata
Round-trip sailing the largest river in the world
Colonia del Sacramento
Walking tour around the old foundational area declared a world heritage site by Unesco
Faro de Colonia del Sacramento
Lighthouse originally built on the ruins of San Francisco Convent in 1857
La Calle de los Suspiros
Picturesque street originally the prostitutes houses area in the XIX Century
Basilica del Santisimo Sacramento
The oldest church in Uuruguay
Old square originally part of the powder keg wharehouse
Avenida General Flores
Main avenue with stores and restaurants
What's included
Included
Walking Tour: Historic District
Port/hotel pick-up and drop-off (centrally located hotels)
Licensed bilingual guide in Colonia
Transport by air-conditioned vehicle in Buenos Aires
Professional driver in Buenos Aires, specialized in tourism
Round trip ticket Buenos Aires to Colonia fast ferry boat
Not included
Gratuities
Food & drinks
Tour guide in Buenos Aires
Pickup Locations & Times
Pick up in the lobby at centrally located hotels or apartments. Cruise port meeting point: Door # 12. Pick up time: 08:45 am (timetables subject to change, to be confirmed after booking). Tickets are sent through VIATOR Dashboard and whatsapp if you have informed it at time of booking. If you did not receive them, please contact us. After our driver drop you off at Buenos Aires Port, you just need to go to the ferryboat company check-in counter and present your passport or valid ID for this international trip. Tickets might be requested, too. Please have them printed or in your mobile. You will get the boarding pass and go through migrations and next take the boat to Colonia. When you arrive in Colonia, UY, after passing through the luggage control, you will find the exit door on the left. Once you walk it through, turn left and you will see a counter with a sign "walking tour". Please contact the staff at Colonia Express at that stand inside the port terminal so you can start the walking tour (please, show your voucher so you can can be assigned to the correct group). If you cannot find anybody there, please try to find the other stands of Colonia Express inside the port terminal. For your trip back, you need to be at Colonia Port for the check in 01 hour previous to the departure time. You can check the departure time in the tickets we sent or consult us or ask the ferryboat staff once you arrive in Colonia. You will need to check in again at the ferryboat company counter to get your boarding pass and go through migrations. Once you are back in Buenos Aires and after migrations, our driver will be waiting for you with a sign with your name to take you to the starting point.
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
3.9
150 reviews
How it compares in Buenos Aires
- Starting price $205 is 18% below the typical $250 for tours of similar length in Buenos Aires
- Price unchanged over the last 14 days
Excurgo comparison of 1,521 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Changes cannot be applied once tickets are issued
Cancellation
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
0+ days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Colonia Premium Day Tour From Buenos Aires take?
Colonia Premium Day Tour From Buenos Aires lasts about 11–12 hours. The itinerary has 7 stops.
How much does Colonia Premium Day Tour From Buenos Aires cost?
Prices start at $205 per person for this Buenos Aires experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There are 3 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Colonia Premium Day Tour From Buenos Aires run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 7:00 AM, 8:00 AM, and 8:45 AM.
How much does Colonia Premium Day Tour From Buenos Aires cost for children?
Children aged 2–11 pay from $191, adults from $205.
Can I cancel Colonia Premium Day Tour From Buenos Aires for free?
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
Is hotel pickup included?
Yes, pickup is offered. Pick up in the lobby at centrally located hotels or apartments. Cruise port meeting point: Door # 12. Pick up time: 08:45 am (timetables subject to change, to be confirmed after booking). Tickets are sent through VIATOR Dashboard and whatsapp if you have informed it at time of booking. If you did not receive them, please contact us. After our driver drop you off at Buenos Aires Port, you just need to go to the ferryboat company check-in counter and present your passport or valid ID for this international trip. Tickets might be requested, too. Please have them printed or in your mobile. You will get the boarding pass and go through migrations and next take the boat to Colonia. When you arrive in Colonia, UY, after passing through the luggage control, you will find the exit door on the left. Once you walk it through, turn left and you will see a counter with a sign "walking tour". Please contact the staff at Colonia Express at that stand inside the port terminal so you can start the walking tour (please, show your voucher so you can can be assigned to the correct group). If you cannot find anybody there, please try to find the other stands of Colonia Express inside the port terminal. For your trip back, you need to be at Colonia Port for the check in 01 hour previous to the departure time. You can check the departure time in the tickets we sent or consult us or ask the ferryboat staff once you arrive in Colonia. You will need to check in again at the ferryboat company counter to get your boarding pass and go through migrations. Once you are back in Buenos Aires and after migrations, our driver will be waiting for you with a sign with your name to take you to the starting point. Pickup points include Hotel Arenales, Nomad Hub Co Living.
What languages is Colonia Premium Day Tour From Buenos Aires offered in?
The experience is available in EN, ES.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 30 participants.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Is the tour wheelchair accessible?
Wheelchair accessible
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Reviews(150)
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