Hafen
Punta del Este

Wir erkunden die auch Königin des Sommers genannte Stadt Punta del Este, einen lateinamerikanischen Badeort, der für sein Nachtleben und sein reiches kulturelles Angebot bekannt ist. Auch als Urlaubsziel von VIPs und reichen Unternehmern bekannt, vereint Punta del Este lebendige Urbanität – erkennbar auch an der hollywoodesken Architektur – mit reiner Natur, die sich durch die Küstenlandschaften und großen Kiefernwälder der Wohnviertel auszeichnet. Ein Mix, der auf der Welt seines Gleichen sucht.

• Hafengebiet
• Playa Mansa
• Playa Brava
• Wohnviertel und hollywoodeske Villen
• Museo Ralli
• Avenida Gorlero
• Casapueblo in Punta Ballena

• Wir verlassen den Hafen Richtung Punta Ballena auf einer Route, die uns durch die wunderschönen Wohnviertel Pinares, Beverly Hills, Portozuelo und San Rafael führt und auf der wir zahlreiche vom Grün der Natur umgebene Villen genauso bewundern können, wie die Playa Mansa und die Playa Brava.
• Nach unserer Freizeit fahren wir weiter zum fabelhaften Casapueblo in Punta Ballena, das nur wenige Kilometer von Punta del Este entfernt liegt. Casapueblo ist ein vom bekannten uruguayischen Künstler Carlos Páez Vilaró an einer Klippe gebautes Haus und Kulturzentrum, von dem aus man eine unvergleichliche Aussicht auf das darunter liegende Meer genießt.
  
• Unverzichtbar ist der Halt an der lebhaften Avenida Gorlero, einer sehr langen, von Bars, Restaurants und Geschäften gesäumten Prachtstraße. Hier steht uns freie Zeit zur Verfügung, um etwas zu essen oder dem Shopping zu frönen.

Nach einem Besuch der Halbinsel von Punta del Este mit ihren Wohnvierteln, Monumenten und Stränden stehen uns zwei Stunden Freizeit zur Verfügung, um zu shoppen, uns an der Playa Brava zu entspannen oder lokale Delikatessen zu kosten.

• Wohnviertel und Naturzonen: Pinares, Playa Mansa, Playa Brava, La Mano, Beverly Hills, San Rafael
• Hafen
• Freizeit in der Umgebung der Skulptur „La Mano“

• Vom Hafen aus fahren wir nach Punta del Este, einem weltberühmten Badeort, in dem sich die prachtvolle Architektur der Wohnviertel, die Schönheit der Küstenlandschaften und das üppige Grün der großen Kiefernwälder und zahlreichen Gärten formvollendet vereinen.
• Unser Besuch führt vorbei an wunderschönen Villen, die vom spektakulären Grün der Bäume mit ihren ausladenden Kronen umgeben sind, sowie an Naturzonen, wie Pinares, der Playa Mansa (wo das berühmte Hotel Enjoy steht), der Playa Brava mit ihrem traditionellen Denkmal, der Gegend um La Mano sowie Beverly Hills und San Rafael.
• Im Verlauf dieses Besuchs erläutert unser Reiseführer uns die Geschichte der Halbinsel und wir erreichen den Hafen, wo wir die zahlreichen traumhaften Jachten des Jetsets, den Leuchtturm und andere Sehenswürdigkeiten von Punta del Este bewundern können.
• Am Ende des Besuchs stehen uns zwei Stunden zur Verfügung, um die Umgebung rund um die Skulptur „La Mano“ zu erkunden. Vielleicht, indem wir uns an der Playa Brava entspannen, die Avenida Gorlero entlang flanieren, uns dem Shopping hingeben oder in einem der zahlreichen Lokale der Gegend Platz nehmen, um einige der Spezialitäten von Punta del Este zu genießen.

Wir begeben uns auf Entdeckungstour von Punta del Este, einer Stadt, die nicht nur als Badeort bekannt ist, sondern auch durch ihr reiches Kulturangebot – eine Mischung, die sie weltweit zu einem einzigartigen Ziel macht.

• Hafengebiet
• Playa Mansa
• Playa Brava
• Wohnviertel und Villen
• Museum Ralli
• Museum MACA
• Avenida Gorlero

• Wir verlassen den Hafen Richtung Punta Ballena auf einer Route, die uns durch die wunderschönen Wohnviertel Pinares, Beverly Hills und San Rafael führt, wo wir zahlreiche vom Grün der Natur umgebene Villen genauso bewundern können, wie die Playa Mansa und die Playa Brava.
• Im eleganten Stadtteil von Beverly Hills besichtigen wir das Museo Ralli, ein modernes Gebäude, das permanente Sammlungen und befristete Ausstellungen beherbergt, die der modernen lateinamerikanischen Kunst gewidmet sind und zu deren wunderschönen Werken auch einige Skulpturen von Salvador Dalì gehören.
• Anschließend geht es weiter zum MACA Museum: dem ersten und einzigen Museum in Uruguay, das globale zeitgenössische Kunst fördert. Das Museum erstreckt sich über eine 90 Hektar große Naturlandschaft und hofft, ein kreativer Mittelpunkt für seine Gemeinde zu werden, in der so viele Künstler bleibende Spuren in der Kunstgeschichte hinterlassen haben.
• Zur Mittagszeit legen wir eine Pause ein und haben etwas freie Zeit, um die Avenida Gorlero entlang zu flanieren, eine sehr lange, von Bars, Restaurants und Geschäften gesäumte Allee. Unsere Zeit reicht problemlos aus, um in Ruhe Mittag zu essen, an den Strand zu gehen oder uns dem Shopping hinzugeben.

• Leuchtturm Punta del Este
• Kirche Unserer Lieben Frau von der Candelaria
• Punta Salinas
• Playa Brava
• Platz der Handwerker

Punta del Este ist wunderschön, und, wenn man mit dem Fahrrad unterwegs ist, ist es einfach atemberaubend. Sie fahren mit Ihrem einheimischen Reiseführer vom Stadtzentrum in Richtung des südlichsten Punkts Uruguays zur Playa Mansa. Ein endlos scheinender Sandstrand vor dem Hintergrund eines in allen Blautönen schimmernden Meers. Mit dem Fahrrad ist alles ist näher, lebendiger: Von sonnenbadenden Seelöwen bis hin zu den einzigartigen Farben der Kirche Nuestra Señora de la Candelaria. Sogar die Luft ist bei diesem umweltfreundlichen Erlebnis für alle leichter.

• Playa Mansa und der Hafen
• Leuchtturm, Kirche Nuestra Señora de la Candelaria: Außenbesichtigungen

• Das Fahrrad ist der beste Weg, um die unendlichen Aussichten und die Schönheit von Punta del Este zu genießen. Außerdem ist es umweltfreundlich und eignet sich perfekt für Touren auf den Straßen der Halbinsel.
  
• Von Playa Mansa aus bringt Sie ein einheimischer Führer weg vom Trubel der Stadt. Vor Ihnen liegen ein 6 km langer Sandstrand und das Meer: Atmen Sie tief ein und genießen Sie diese saubere Luft.
• Das blaue Wasser ist einladend, aber jetzt ist keine Zeit zum Anhalten. Mit dem Fahrrad erreichen Sie den Hafen, wo Sie inmitten der Schiffsgeräusche seltsame Rufe hören. Es sind die Seelöwen, die sich zwischen den Tauchgängen in der Sonne entspannen. Haben Sie sie jemals aus der Nähe gesehen?
• Begrüßen Sie Ihre neuen Freunde: Nun geht die Fahrt weiter zum Leuchtturm. Gehen Sie so nah wie möglich heran und schauen Sie nach oben. Wenn Sie sich jetzt richtig klein vorkommen, ist das normal: Er ist 45 Meter hoch.
• Ein Stück weiter zieht ein buntes Gebäude Ihre Aufmerksamkeit auf sich. Es ist die Kirche Nuestra Señora de la Candelaria, deren Wände so weiß und blau wie der Himmel sind.
• Sie haben noch ein Kilometer vor sich, um sich diese Stadt und ihre Landschaften zu eigen zu machen: Sie sind inzwischen auf den Geschmack gekommen, nicht wahr?

Wir entdecken das auch „Königin des Sommers“ genannte Punta del Este, das weltweit als Treffpunkt des Jetsets und für sein Nachtleben berühmt ist.

• Hafen 
• Playa Mansa 
• Playa Brava 
• Wohnviertel und Villen im Hollywoodstil 
• Avenida Gorlero 
• Punta Ballena (Fotostopp)

• Wir lassen den Hafen hinter uns und fahren in Richtung der Wohnviertel dieses berühmten südamerikanischen Badeorts, der als einer der beliebtesten Urlaubsziele von VIPs und reichen Unternehmern bekannt ist, wo auch viele ihrer schicken und angesagten Partys stattfinden. 
• Wir bewundern die herrlichen Wohnviertel mit ihren prachtvollen Villen, die von Kiefern und dem für diesen Küstenabschnitt so typischen Grün umgeben sind. Dies ist die perfekte Verschmelzung von Architektur und Naturschönheit, die Punta del Este zu einem wahrlich einzigartigen Ort werden lässt. 
• Auf unserer Tour sehen wir die Viertel Pinares, Beverly Hills, San Rafael und Punta Ballena sowie die Strände Playa Mansa und Playa Brava. 
• Danach fahren wir über eine Panoramastraße nach Punta Ballena und kommen an einem Aussichtspunkt vorbei, von wo aus wir den herrlichen Ausblick über die gesamte Umgebung genießen können. 
• Wir legen dann einen Halt an der nahegelegenen wunderschönen Avenida Gorlero ein, einer langen Straße mit Bars, Restaurants und Geschäften, wo uns freie Zeit zur Verfügung steht, um einen Happen zu essen oder bummeln zu gehen.?

Discover Punta del Este by bicycle on this half-day tour. Enjoy a guided ride along flat and safe paths to appreciate the beauty and nature of this region. Experience all the charm this resort town offers combining well-kept gardens of explosive colourful flowers, and the Atlantic Ocean's inviting sandy beaches; making it a perfect location for a smooth bike ride.

Mansa Beach

This beautiful Uruguayan resort area has become a place to see and be seen. Depart the port area along Mansa Beach where you may have the chance to observe sea lions. You will also see the city's symbolic lighthouse, dating back to the year 1860. The lighthouse is 147 feet tall, and the crystal panels which are part of its illuminations system were brought from France and its tower built with volcanic ashes brought from Italy.

English, Emir & Brava Beaches

Other highlights of the tour include Nuestra Señora de la Candelaria, the Four Seas Point, English Beach, Emir Beach, Punta Vapor, Punta Salina and the famous monument known as 'The Hand'.

San Rafael & Beverly Hills

Make stops along the way at every attraction to allow for photo opportunities. Punta del Este's charm, well-kept gardens adorned with colourful flowers and beautiful sandy beaches with its clear Atlantic Ocean makes it a perfect location for a relaxing bike ride. Make a stop on the way back at a local venue for a coffee or refreshment and typical pastry.

Following an approximately 2.5-hour ride return to the pier to re-board the ship

Board your vehicle and depart the port for the scenic, approximately 75 minutes drive through the Uruguayan countryside with its sweeping vineyards and fragrant olive groves. Your destination is Olivos de las Animas, located in Pan de Azucar, a spot of rugged beauty, strategically located between of Punta del Este and Piriapolis.

Olive Groves

Its numerous natural streams with very good water, further contribute an advantage to grow olive trees on the slopes, which has allowed adding up an excellent production to the beauty of the rolling land. The estate has enough water, key element in plant development to ensure a growing speed similar to that of the Mediterranean basin, main area of olive production in the world. Its climate is very much like the Mediterranean, with mild winters, rainy falls and springs, dry and warm summers.

Olive Oil Farm Visit and Tasting

The Extra Virgin olive oils are produced from estate own olives, harvested by hand. They undergo a cold extraction system with Pieralisi technology. Upon extraction, they are stored in stainless steel tanks under controlled atmosphere. All our oils have an acidity lower than 0.2 %. Your visit is highlighted by a taste of 3 different olive oils, cheeses and homemade breads.

After your experience re-board your transportation vehicle, drive along La Mansa beaches and transfer back to pier.

Embrace the artistic beauty of Punta del Este during a scenic orientation tour of this world-class summer resort, and visits to the Ralli Museum and Atchugarry Foundation. Punta del Este is one of those places in the world where everybody wants to return, maybe because its beautiful beaches are the perfect destination for those who are in search of sunshine, white sand, woodlands and clear waters.

Punta del Este Tour

After tendering ashore, depart the pier for the approximate 45-minute sightseeing drive through Punta del Este. Along the way, see the Peninsula, Bravo Beach and the open-air collection of sculptures at the Square of the Americas. 'The Hand', a sculpture created in 1981 by Mario Yrarrázabal of Chile, has become a city icon. From here, drive through the residential areas San Rafael and Golf Park en route to the Beverly Hills District, home of the Ralli Museum of Contemporary Art.

Ralli Museum of Contemporary Art

This attractive, modern museum features a fine collection of paintings and sculptures by noted Latin American artists, along with works by European master, Dalí. Next, drive past Rincon del Indio neighbourhood, Indian Corner and stop for photos at La Barra de Maldonado, known for its hanging bridge, before continuing on to the Pablo Atchugarry Foundation.

Pablo Atchugarry Foundation

This non-profit institution promotes the arts, and features buildings housing an artist's workshop, three exhibition halls, an auditorium for concerts and lectures, and a permanent collection of works by the artist. All of these buildings are surrounded by the approximately 37-acre (about 15-hectare) Park of Sculptures, which features large works made from steel, concrete, wood, iron, and marble by Uruguayan and foreign artists.

Narbona Farm

Their dairy production stands out in the Uruguayan market, and their most recognized products are their variety of cheeses, Dulce de Leche, yoguty, jam and preserved food, among others. Recepies used during the years have created a well-defined identify over the years and generations. Refined taste can also be appreciated in their packaging, which reminds the best of past times. On this opportunity you will be able to try some of their best cheeses, as well as a glass of Narbona wines (red or white).

Following your visit, re-board your coach for the approximate 30-minute return drive to the pier.

Discover the 'St. Tropez of Uruguay' and a wonderful collection of classic cars during this scenic, half-day sightseeing excursion to Punta del Este.

Punta del Este, Scenic Drive, Upscale Residential Areas, La Barra Del Maldonado, Hanging Bridges

Depart the pier for the scenic, approximately one-hour sightseeing drive through Punta del Este. Often referred to as the St. Tropez of Uruguay, this popular resort area, with its endless stretches of pristine beaches, is a regional and international favourite. Enjoy an hour-long sightseeing journey through this upscale resort area, and past its most fashionable and impressive residential neighbourhoods. Included are Cantegril, San Rafael, Parque Golf, Beverly Hills and La Barra de Maldonado, renowned for its unique hanging bridges.

Beaches, Punta Ballena, Casapueblo, Coastal Road, Downtown Area

After a photo stop at La Barra de Maldonado, re-board your coach for a drive past some of Punta's natural wonders; its beaches. Upon arrival at Punta Ballena, a photo stop is made for sweeping vistas up-and-down the coast, including a wonderful view of Casapueblo, home and atelier of the late, world-renowned artist, Carlos Paez Vilaró. From here, re-board your coach for a drive to the Classic Car Museum.

Classic Car Museum, Classic Cars, Sports Cars, Race Cars, Vintage Cars, Rally Cars, Memorabilia

A must-see for classic car lovers, the Classic Car Museum is a joint effort by the Sport & Classic Car Punta del Este and Automóvil Club del Uruguay. Upon arrival, discover 40 examples of classic cars, from the late-19th-century through the 1970s. Early cars, vintage, post-vintage and post-war cars, sedans, sports cars, race cars, and rally cars of British, French, American, and German origin are all represented at the Classic Car Museum. During your visit, you can also view cabinets containing old toys, trophies, pictures, posters, and everything related to the history of motoring. At the conclusion of your tour, re-board your coach and commence the short drive back to the pier.

Discover the highlights of fashionable Punta del Este and embrace the artistic beauty of this world-class summer resort with visits to the Ralli Museum and Casapueblo. Known as the St. Tropez of Uruguay, Punta del Este is complete with beautiful beaches, upscale resorts and swanky nightclubs.

Punta del Este

After tendering ashore, depart the pier for the approximate 45-minute sightseeing drive through Punta del Este. Along the way, see the Peninsula, Brava Beach and the open-air collection of sculptures at the Square of the Americas. 'The Hand', a sculpture created in 1981 by Mario Yrarrázabal of Chile, has become a city icon. From here, drive through the residential areas of San Rafael and Golf Park en route to the Beverly Hills District, home of the Ralli Museum of Contemporary Art.

Ralli Museum of Contemporary Art

The Ralli Museum of Contemporary Art is an attractive, modern museum featuring a fine collection of paintings and sculptures by noted Latin American artists, along with works by European master Dalí. Next, drive past the Rincon del Indio neighborhood, Indian Corner and stop for photos at La Barra de Maldonado, known for its hanging bridge.

Casapueblo Private Atelier

Your tour concludes with a visit to Casapueblo, the home and atelier of late internationally-renowned artist, Carlos Paez Vilaró. This dazzling white complex is situated on a rocky bluff overlooking the ocean, and features a maze of rooms that are located on different levels and filled with the artist's work. Narrow steps lead to a maze of rooms distributed on different levels and filled with the artist's art work. Visit to Carlos Paez Vilaró's private atelier, located in the highest dome of Casapueblo, its maximum architectural creation, on the rocky cliffs of Punta Ballena. For the first time, it opens only for special groups, the atelier of the Uruguayan artist. This tour is not available to the general public. On the private terrace facing the sea, named "Terraza de Plácido Domingo" - in honor of the Spanish tenor who was in the place next to Páez Vilaró - you can enjoy a glass of wine or champagne, accompanied by selected cheeses and cold cuts.

Following your visit, re-board your coach for the approximate 30-minute return drive to the pier.

Indulge your senses with the exquisite beauty and flavours of Uruguay during this delightful, half-day picnic excursion at a scenic winery.

Punta del Este, Coastal & Countryside Drive, Sierra de la Ballena, Local Winery

Drive along the coastal road and through countryside en route to a local winery approximately 45 minutes from Punta del Este. The vineyards are nestled amidst a naturally beautiful setting on the Sierra de la Ballena, approximately 9.3 miles (about 15 kilometres) from the Atlantic Ocean, and just minutes from Solanas, Pueblo Edén, Punta del Este, and José Ignacio along the panoramic Route 12 and Route 9. The mineral characteristics of this area’s stony soil and oceanic influences generate the ideal conditions necessary to produce high-quality wines.

Guided Vineyard Tour, Panoramic Nature Views, Mountains, Diverse Flora, Landscapes, Lunch

Upon arrival at the local winery, your experience begins with a guided walking tour of the vineyard, an exceptional place in a beautiful and serene natural setting. Here, breath-taking views of the natural environment, diverse flora, and landscapes combine to create a wonderful sensual experience. Following your tour, proceed for a delightful picnic lunch at picnic tables located in strategic points of the vineyard. Dine amidst your tranquil, natural surrounds, mountain scenery, and the peacefulness of the countryside and vineyards.  

Gift Shoppe, Wines, Souvenirs

After lunch, stop by the winery’s gift shoppe for an opportunity to browse their selection of fine wines and souvenirs available for sale. At the conclusion of your visit, re-board your coach and commence the approximately 45-minute drive back to the pier.

Explore Punta del Este at your leisure during your full-day (8-Hour) sightseeing tour via private car. Customise your own itinerary or choose to see an overview of the area's highlights.

Depart the pier with your English-speaking guide in an air-conditioned car and discover the city and surrounding areas at your own pace. Your exclusive tour concludes back at the pier.

Explore Punta del Este at your leisure during your half-day (4-Hour) sightseeing tour via private car. Customise your own itinerary or choose to see an overview of the area's highlights.

Depart the pier with your English-speaking guide in an air-conditioned car and discover the city and surrounding areas at your own pace. Your exclusive tour concludes back at the pier.

Explore Punta del Este at your leisure during your full-day (8-Hour) sightseeing tour via private van. Customise your own itinerary or choose to see an overview of the area's highlights.

Depart the pier with your English-speaking guide in an air-conditioned van and discover the city and surrounding areas at your own pace. Your exclusive tour concludes back at the pier.

Explore Punta del Este at your leisure during your half-day (4-Hour) sightseeing tour via private van. Customise your own itinerary or choose to see an overview of the area's highlights.

Depart the pier with your English-speaking guide in an air-conditioned van and discover the city and surrounding areas at your own pace. Your exclusive tour concludes back at the pier.

Explore the endemic flora and fauna of Uruguay in a beautiful setting during this panoramic, half-day hiking excursion.

Punta del Este, Flora y Fauna Indígena

Depart the pier for the scenic, approximately 45-minute drive to Flora y Fauna Indígena, an organisation dedicated to the education, research, cultivation, and preservation of Uruguay’s endemic flora and fauna. Upon arrival, take a guided hike along the senderos de flora y fauna (walking trails of flora and fauna). This wonderful setting offers unique opportunities for nature lovers to experience the country’s rich, native biodiversity from up-close. Learn about the flora and fauna, and their own special characteristics, scents, textures, and flavours.  

Woodlands, Grasslands, Countryside & Hills Views, Woodlands, Microclimate, Plant Tastings

Begin with a walk through a verdant forest of native and exotic trees. Along the way, understand and appreciate the importance of preserving Uruguay’s native flora. A short hike then leads to the grasslands for spectacular panoramic views of the surrounding countryside and hills. The trail continues into the gallery of woodlands along the streams, then enters a special microclimate. A stop is made in this area to taste some plants, and learn about their medicinal uses and other secrets.

Visitors’ Centre, Refreshments & Snacks

Following your guided hike through these natural and peaceful environments, proceed to the Visitors’ Centre, which was built in harmony with permaculture principles and is a work of art itself. Upon arrival, relax with delicious lemonade, native herbal tea, and small bites. At the conclusion of your tour, re-board your coach and commence the approximately 45-minute drive back to the pier.

Embrace the splendid natural beauty and flavours of Uruguay during this traditional, half-day cooking demonstration with lunch at the Cerro del Toro Winery.

Punta Del Este, Maldonado Coast & Countryside Drive, Piriápolis, Cerro del Toro Winery

Depart the pier for the scenic, approximately 45-minute drive along the coast and countryside of Maldonado en route to Piriápolis, located on the north-east slope of Cerro del Toro, for a visit to the Cerro del Toro Winery. Owned by the Japanese Kambara family, this Uruguayan wine project was founded in 2016 with a mission of producing high-quality wines in a privileged location on the beautiful coast of Maldonado.

Vineyard Varieties, Guided Winery Tour, Select Meats & Firewood, Ignite & Maintain Fire

Two-thirds of the approximately 1,977-acre (about 800-hectare) vineyard are occupied by red varieties, and the rest by white. Half of the vineyard is composed of tannat, merlot, and albariño. The latter is the white variety (chardonnay, viognier, and pinot grigio) emblem of the winery. The rest of the inks are pinot noir, cabernet franc, syrah, petit verdot, gamaret, and lacrima christi. Upon arrival at Cerro del Toro, you are welcomed and escorted on a guided walking tour of the winery. Afterward, learn how to select the best cuts of meat, choose the firewood, and ignite and maintain the fire to achieve the desired cooking point.

Parrillada Cooking Demonstration, Three-Course Barbecue Lunch, Wine, Wine Cellar, Winery Store

Next, observe a traditional Uruguayan parrillada (barbecue) cooking demonstration whilst enjoying a glass of wine. Finally, savour the delicious specialities your chef has prepared during a sumptuous, three-course barbecue lunch paired with their wines. Before you leave, you can visit the wine cellar and browse the winery store. At the conclusion of your tour, re-board your coach and commence the approximately 45-minute drive back to the pier along the picturesque coastal road.