Meet your local guide for a full-day tour of Carmelo’s famed wineries. Begin at Bodega El Legado, a small family-run winery. Enjoy a guided tour of the vineyards, cellar, and production areas, followed by a tasting of three wines paired with local cheeses, salami, and olives.

Continue to Bodega Cordano, now in its fifth generation. Visit their vineyards and the historic Almacén de la Capilla, a charming country store established in 1855. End the visit with a tasting of three of their signature wines and a homemade lunch.

Today you’ll travel from Carmelo to Montevideo. Upon arrival, meet your local guide for a walking tour of Montevideo’s Old City. Explore Independence Square and learn about the surrounding landmarks, including Palacio Salvo, the Presidential Offices, and the mausoleum of national hero José Gervasio Artigas. Continue along Sarandí Street to Matriz Square, home to the city’s cathedral and historic Cabildo. The tour ends at the lively Port Market, where you’ll enjoy lunch surrounded by traditional asado grills and local eateries.

In the afternoon, visit two museums of your choice – such as the MAPI (Museum of Pre-Columbian and Indigenous Art), the Torres García Museum, or the Gurvich Museum – each offering insight into Uruguay’s rich artistic heritage.

Set out with your guide to explore Montevideo’s modern districts and landmarks. The tour begins at Plaza Independencia, where the Old City once stood before its walls were demolished in 1829, marking the start of Montevideo’s expansion. From here, follow Avenida 18 de Julio, and visit Plaza Fabini, also known as Plaza del Entrevero, to see José Belloni’s striking sculpture depicting a historic battle scene, and admire views of the marble-clad Palacio Legislativo, one of Latin America’s most impressive government buildings. C

Continue through the “Ciudad Abierta,” the open city, with its parks, monuments, and elegant residential neighborhoods such as Carrasco and Punta Gorda. A highlight of the day is a private visit to the studio of Lobo Núñez, a renowned Afro-Uruguayan drum maker and musician. Learn about the origins of candombe and Uruguay’s Carnival traditions, and experience firsthand the rhythms that remain at the heart of the country’s cultural identity.

Depart Montevideo with your guide for a scenic drive to the Pueblo Edén region. En route, stop at Olivos de las Ánimas, a family-owned olive estate set in the foothills of Cerro de las Ánimas.

Learn about the process of producing premium extra virgin olive oil while taking in the tranquil countryside views. Enjoy a guided tasting and a homemade lunch at the home of the owner, Martín, who shares his passion for the land and its products. The surrounding area is rich in wildlife: keep an eye out for colorful red and blue cardinals, elegant rheas, and other native species that inhabit these rolling hills.

Arrive in Pueblo Edén in the late afternoon and have the rest of the day at your leisure.

Meet your guide and set out for the nearby town of Pueblo Edén, a quiet rural community surrounded by rolling hills. Visit the town’s small chapel and main square before beginning a scenic hike along local trails once used by residents traveling between nearby ranches. Pass through countryside gates, native woodlands, open pastures with grazing cattle and sheep, and a small stream as you make your way through this peaceful landscape. After roughly eight kilometers, end your hike at Viña Edén Winery, where you’ll enjoy a well-earned lunch with views across the vineyards.

Today you’ll travel to José Ignacio via Bodega Garzón, one of Uruguay’s most celebrated wineries.Begin with a short stop in the quiet town of Garzón to see its main square, chapel, and old train station before continuing to the winery. Built on a rocky hilltop, Bodega Garzón offers sweeping views of the surrounding vineyards, known for their mineral-rich soils that produce exceptional grapes. Enjoy a guided tour of the facilities followed by a tasting and leisurely lunch showcasing local flavors before continuing to José Ignacio.

Visit Estancia La Soleada, a traditional family-run ranch raising cattle and horses. Explore the surrounding hills on a guided hike, taking in sweeping views of the countryside. Enjoy a classic Uruguayan lunch featuring empanadas, parrilla with assorted meats, and fresh vegetables. Afterward, share in a family music performance and sample homemade pastries while learning about daily life on the estancia.

Today is yours to either relax and explore José Ignacio at your leisure, or opt to take a day trip to the village of Cabo Polonio, a quirky seaside village home to one of the largest sea lion colonies in South America. The tour consists of a walk of approximately 3 hours through rolling countryside, arriving to breathtaking views of the Atlantic Ocean and the raucous barks of hundreds of sea lions and fur seals. Enjoy a seaside lunch before returning through the sand dunes on a 4×4 vehicle.

Say goodbye to Uruguay and head to the airport to catch your departing flight.