Luxury Uruguay

Welcome to Uruguay and the UNESCO World Heritage town of Colonia, where your journey through this charming country begins. Nestled in the heart of the historic centre is the Charco Hotel, a beautifully restored 1680 Portuguese house offering stunning views of the Rio del Plata. The interiors reflect the local heritage with original stone walls and minimalist white décor. The bistro-style dining is ideal for sunny days, perfect for enjoying meals al fresco.

With a local guide, you’ll discover Colonia’s rich history, visiting Matriz Church, Bastión del Carmen, and the charming streets of Santa Rita and San Gabriel, as well as the picturesque "Camino de San Pedro," known for its colonial architecture adorned with pretty flowers. Look out for classic cars throughout the town.

Depart Colonia for the charming town of Carmelo and Narbona Wine Lodge, a tranquil escape with only five rooms, each uniquely styled and set amidst the vineyard landscape. This rustic boutique hotel offers a peaceful retreat with an outdoor pool, relaxing walks, exclusive wine tastings, vineyard tours, and exquisite gourmet dining at the on-site restaurant.

End your day with a serene sunset cruise from nearby Puerto Camacho. Drift along the Rio de la Plata, taking in the stunning views and local wildlife as the sun sets, creating a memorable end to a relaxing day.

Enjoy a free day at Narbona Wine Lodge or take an optional tasting tour to nearby wineries. A highlight is boutique Bodega el Legado, a family-run winery offering just four varietals, including Viognier, Tannat, Syrah, and a Tannat/Syrah blend. The friendly, welcoming atmosphere makes for a delightful visit.

Also nearby, Cordano Winery, run by the fifth generation of the Cordano family, invites you to relax in their shaded outdoor area while tasting their Almacén de la Capilla wines paired with local delicacies like homemade empanadas. Don’t miss their small deli and wine shop for unique regional products.

With your guide travel to Montevideo with a stop at Viñedos y Olivares del Quintón for a wine and olive oil tasting, followed by lunch. This rural experience offers insight into their vineyards, olive groves, wine cellar, and oil press. Viñas del Quintón, known for its Malbec aged in French oak barrels, offers this as a single varietal or blended with Cabernet Sauvignon or Tannat.

Piedras del Olivar produces extra virgin olive oils from 120 hectares of Arbequina, Frantoio, and Coratina olives. After lunch, continue to Montevideo and the Costanero MGallery, an oceanfront hotel with stunning views of Playa Pocitos city beach.

Enjoy an immersive walking tour through Montevideo Old Town near the port, where you'll experience a step back in time with narrow streets lined with 19th and 20th-century architecture. This historic area is home to museums, and the walking tour includes a visit inside the Taranco Palace.

The Mercado del Puerto (Port Market) is a lively spot, perfect for enjoying a delicious Uruguayan beef lunch. Afterward, return to your hotel, with the rest of the day free to explore at your leisure. This tour offers a perfect blend of history, culture, and local flavour, providing a great overview of Montevideo’s heritage.

Travel towards the east of Uruguay with a visit to Bodega Spinoglio en-route. This family-run winery features a cellar with robust stone walls, offering exceptional natural control of temperature and humidity creating ideal conditions for a sustainable operation. Enjoy a wine tasting and have the unique opportunity to craft your own wine blend from their exceptional selection of red wines, experimenting with different combinations to find your perfect mix.

After lunch, continue to Estancia Vik, a magical retreat nestled in the heart of Uruguay’s vast plains. Experience the traditions of the gauchos as they work the land and round up cattle in this exquisite, immersive setting.

Enjoy a full day at Estancia Vik, whether relaxing by the pool or exploring the vast pampas. Perhaps venture onto the water by canoe, searching for local wildlife and savouring a picnic lunch surrounded by serene tranquillity.

Dining at Estancia Vik is a true highlight, featuring freshly baked bread, perfectly cooked local meat or fish, and an indulgent burst of sweetness for dessert. Pair your meal with a VIK red or rosé wine from their award-winning winery, Vik Chile.

A short journey brings you to the Atlantic Coast and the visually stunning Bahia Vik. Nestled within the windswept sand dunes, this hidden gem is a low-rise hotel that blends seamlessly with the surrounding landscape. Each spacious room is uniquely designed, offering ample space, breathtaking views, and super-stylish bathrooms featuring teardrop showers and freestanding bathtubs.

Spend your evenings unwinding at the bar or around the firepit, immersed in the soothing sounds of nature. It's the perfect spot to witness a fiery sunset, rounding off a blissful day by the beach.

A recent addition to the local art scene in January 2022, the Atchugarry Museum of Contemporary Art (MACA) is the first and only museum in Uruguay dedicated to promoting global contemporary art. Spanning 90 acres of natural landscape, the museum aspires to become a creative hub for its community, in a region where so many artists have left an indelible mark on the history of art. This project, conceived by internationally acclaimed master sculptor Pablo Atchugarry, completes a sequence of remarkable structures.

Explore the museum with your local guide and enjoy a picnic in its picturesque grounds.

A day at leisure to enjoy the hotel, the nearby beach or the hotels swimming pools. If you prefer to keep active, hire a SUP or surfboard and take to the water or venture further afield and discover boutique wineries or peaceful lagoons.

Transfer to Montevideo for your departure flight. Depending on the time, we can incorporate a stop a 'La Mano' in Punta del Este or the architecturally beautiful Casa Pueblo.