Day by Day Itinerary
Day 1
Buenos Aires
At the arrival in Buenos Aires city, you will be received by one of our representatives, who will take you to the chosen hotel and will help with the check-in procedures. Accommodation at the selected hotel.
Day 2
Buenos Aires
Today, you will depart on a guided tour to the most important places in Capital Federal. The Half day City Tour includes the National Congress, the Metropolitan Cathedral, the Government House and the Plaza de Mayo area. You will be at the heart of the Tango activity where this sensuous dance is performed on the streets for the passers- by so as to make them enjoy the traditional neighborhood of San Telmo. Then, you will visit the colorful suburb called La Boca which was adopted by the first Italian immigrants as their home, years ago. Today, it is the residence of important artists.
The trip continues to Palermo, which is a residential area with parks and elegant buildings. Finally, you will visit the sophisticated Recoleta, one of the most exclusive neighborhoods in which among other attractions, you can take a look around the famous cemetery, some fine restaurants and cafes. Accommodation at the selected hotel.
Day 3
Buenos Aires (B/L/-)
Transfer to pier for hydrofoil. Leaving Montevideo through the residential areas, you will be driven 85 miles to Punta del Este, one of the finest resorts in South America, gateway for the jet set.
First stop at Portezuelo and Punta Ballena for sweeping views up and down the coast (great spots for photographers), photo stop at Casapueblo (*). Continue the drive to Punta del Este, visit to the Residential areas with its elegant homes of the most sophisticated architecture such as San Rafael, Cantegril, Parque Golf and Beverly Hills. A visit will be made to Fundación Ralli.
This private museum of Contemporary Latin American Art houses an impressive collection of sculptures and paintings, including works by Salvador Dali (Mondays closed).Next we will visit La Barra and its unique hanging bridges. Along the wide variety of fine sandy beaches such as Playa Brava, San Rafael, El Emir, to downtown area, main Avenue (Avenida Gorlero) and the port. Free to,e fpr lunch. Depending on call timing, there will be free time afterwards for shopping or exploring on your own.
(*) Casapueblo,: home and atelier of famous artist Carlos Paez Vilaro. The dazzling white complex, resembling Spanish-Moroccan architecture, is situated on a rocky bluff overlooking the ocean. Vilaró built it in 1958 with his own hands, using only traditional tools. Narrow steps lead to a maze of rooms scattered on different levels and filled with the artist's works. Note : Inside visit at Ralli Museum included ( Museum remain closed during low Season, from May to October). Min 8 hrs required. Recommend 9 hrs.
Walking Involved: Moderate
Accommodation at the selected hotel.
Day 4
Buenos Aires
Breakfast will be served at the hotel. At the scheduled time you will be taken to the airport to take your flight.
INCLUDED:
- Buenos Aires: Transfer EZE airport - hotel on private service
- HD City Tour on private service
- Transfer hotel-pier-hotel on private service
- Buquebus BUE-PDP-BUE
- FD PDP on private service + lunch (drinks are not included)
- Transfer hotel - airport on private service
NOT INCLUDED:
- Air tickets
- Entrance fees
- Beverages and tips
- Personal expenses
- Any item not previously mentioned
HIGHLIGHTS:
Buenos Aires, Punta del Este (Portezuelo, Punta Ballena, Casapueblo, La Barra and its unique hanging bridges, Playa Brava, San Rafael, Av Gorlero)
Hotels Buenos Aires:
Reconquista Luxor Hotel 3*
Pestana Hotel 4*
Loisuites Recoleta Hotel 5*