Top 6 Colonia del Sacramento Day Trips from Buenos Aires

1.Colonia Premium Day Tour From Buenos Aires

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 137 reviews · 11 to 12 hours (approx.) · from $195Our pick

Cross the Rio de la Plata by fast ferry, meet a bilingual guide such as Lourdes or Fernando in Colonia, and tour the UNESCO-listed old town before free time for lunch, shops, and the lighthouse. Hotel and port transfers in Buenos Aires keep the day simple, though border formalities can take time.

“We had a wonderful time in Colonia. There was time to shop, sip wine, eat lunch and enjoy the views. Quaint downtown with lots of shops; food was yummy.”

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2.Premium Day Tour to Colonia del Sacramento

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 86 reviews · 11 hours (approx.) · from $118

Spend about 11 hours crossing from Buenos Aires to Colonia del Sacramento by ferry, then explore Uruguay’s old quarter on foot. English and Spanish guiding, lunch at Mesón de la Plaza, the Portuguese Museum, and the historic basilica are included, while museum entry and alcoholic drinks cost extra.

“It is a very well planned tour. We had an overall great experience. In the Ferry and specially with our tour guide Lubys, he is excellent! He not only explained the history of Colonia in an amazing way but added a lot of information about Uruguay. He made our trip well worth it! I also have to mention the Restaurant El Mesòn, our included lunch was delicious and the place is adorable. Thank you! Irma”

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3.Small-Group Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 48 reviews · 12 hours · from $315

Travel by ferry from Buenos Aires to Colonia del Sacramento for a guided walk through the UNESCO-listed Old Town. Hear local stories from guides such as Alejandra, see Calle de los Suspiros and the lighthouse, then enjoy free time before returning by boat.

“The guide was great - very knowledgeable - she was entertaining, fun and relaxed. The tour was about 2 hours in total. The price of the whole experience was quite high. It included ferry tickets, transport to and from the hotel. It would be better to just purchase the tickets separately at £30 each and pay for Ubers to and from the hotel. The cost of the guide your guide tour was £260 … essentially this means I paid £200 for the 2 hour tour.”

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4.Chico Circuit & Colonia Suiza Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 35 reviews · 7 hours · from $66Best value

This seven-hour Bariloche outing combines Cerro Campanario, Puerto Pañuelo, Colonia Suiza, Villa La Angostura, and the famed Seven Lakes route. A Spanish- or Portuguese-speaking guide such as Richard or Damian leads the day, with hotel pickup, insurance, free time, and mountain roads included.

“Richard was a great guide and quite accommodating and the driver was very professional. The tour was nice although we expected more from the Swiss Colony. Found the food offering quite poor and facilities too rustic.”

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5.Premium Day Trip to Colonia del Sacramento

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 34 reviews · 12 hours (approx.) · from $248Top rated

Travel from Buenos Aires to Colonia del Sacramento by fast ferry, then explore its Portuguese-style old town with a local guide such as Lily or Alejandra. Expect a small-group walking tour, free time for lunch and shops, and hotel transfers on both sides of the river.

“This premium day trip to Colonia del Sacramento was absolutely excellent from start to finish and exceeded my expectations. In Buenos Aires, my guide Jesus was extremely prompt, communicative, and professional. He picked me up right on time and made the ferry process smooth and stress-free. Customs and immigration for the ferry can feel more chaotic than an airport, but Jesus guided me step-by-step through check-in and boarding. He was friendly, knowledgeable, and bilingual (English and Spanish), and he also shared helpful local tips before departure. Once in Uruguay, Lily was truly a standout. She is an absolute gem. Her English is impeccable, and her historical knowledge rivals that of…”

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6.Wine Tour Privado a Colonia Caroya – Día completo

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 6 reviews · 8 hours · from $220

Travel from Córdoba to Colonia Caroya for two winery and vineyard visits, guided tastings, and a three-course lunch paired with local wines. A bilingual guide, often Mariano, explains the region from vine to barrel. The small group is limited to seven people and runs Wednesday through Sunday.

“Un guide expérimenté, qui nous en a appris beaucoup sur l'histoire de la viticulture dans la région de Cordoba. Et une visite intéressante de deux vignobles fort différents.”

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