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Discover a centuries old city where Charles Darwin stayed in for 10 weeks!
Punta del Este is mostly known for its beaches and modern urban landscape, but its history dates back to the early 16th century, and has since witnessed incredibly significant global events such as Charles Darwin's Voyage of the Beagle and WWII's Battle of the River Plate.
Not only will you enjoy this region's singular surroundings but also its main historical landmarks, visiting 2 different cities that are deeply intertwined. We'll even get to see friendly sea lions at the port! Not to mention, a panoramic view of the sea, with its hills and islands, from an overlook point where 16 whales were once seen simultaneously. This point is next to the incomparably beautiful Casapueblo, home and arts workshop of the father of one of the Andes flight disaster survivors. From a dictatorship-era prison that became a music and dance lessons center, to the house of an international plants collector that is now a museum and one of the world's biggest eucalyptus reserves, this tour has no shortage of unique experiences.
Itinerary
(Have in mind the following itinerary could be adapted to better suit your personal preferences if you so requested)
Waterway Woodland Walkabout
The Barracks of the Dragons
Ancient Watchtower
Saint Ferdinant Cathedral in front of Main Square
Saint Ferdinant Former Guardhouse (Current Municipal Arts Center)
Fishermen shops in the port next to sealions
The "Los Dedos" Monument
Great Britain Square (where the Ajax's anchor is located at the centre)
The 4 Seas Corner -where you'll see water from every cardinal point-
The Virgin of Candelaria Church
The Virgin of Candelaria Open Sea Shrine
The Italian Volcanic Ash Beacon
Meteorology Station of Punta del Este
The Punta del Este Port with the Customs Headquarters
The 3 Cannon Medium Battery
Grottoes of Punta Ballena
Punta Ballena's striking panoramic seafront and hills overlook point
Arboretum Lussich
Optional:
Entrance to the Casapueblo Museum (10 dollars)
Meeting Point + Tour Duration
Meeting Point Options: Rail or Bus Station, Cruise Ship Port, Airport, Hotel, Address or Intersection, Monument/Building
Duration: 4 hours
Transportation
Mercedes Benz Vito Van with Air Conditioning and Free WiFi
What’s Included
- Guiding Services
- Private Transportation
Estimated Local Cash Needed
No cash is needed for this tour
What’s Extra
- Personal Expenses
- Souvenirs
- Food, Drinks, Snacks
A Recent Review of this tour
Read More Reviews For This TourGonzalo was a fabulous guide from start to finish. He arrived early, met us as we got to the port exit, provided excellent transport vehicle and driver. His knowledge of the area toured, including political, cultural, and historical references was encyclopedic. He was also very responsive to our group's questions and interests. And, since we wanted to tour more and take time to eat less, he took us to a delicious cafe for takeout- Uruguayan style!
Paul Winslow
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Tour Price$565 USD PER TOURFor up to 6 people (duration: 4 hours) deposit ?
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