Montevideo & the Wine Trail
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Port
Montevideo, Uruguay
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Activity Level
Moderate
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Excursion Type
Local Sightseeing,All
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Wheelchair Accessible
No
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Starting At
$259.95
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Minimum Age
Information Not Currently Available
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Duration
Approximately 6 Hours
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Meals Included
Meals included
Combine a city drive with a visit to Varela Zarranz Winery, where you will enjoy a wine tasting accompanied by a typical Uruguayan barbecue.
Montevideo reflects its European heritage in its architecture and attitude. During a relaxing panoramic drive, your guide will bring to life many of the city highlights. Enjoy views of the Solis Theatre and Government House and a photo stop at Independence Square.
Take in a great view of Montevideo Bay from Virgilio Square.
At Varela Zarranz Winery, one of the oldest and most beautiful wine establishments in Uruguay, a path lined with centenary olive trees leads you through the vineyards to the winery. Founded at the end of the 19th century, today, it is a landmark heritage building of Uruguayan viticulture.
A family member will guide you on a tour, explaining the history of the establishment and the process of winemaking, including the traditional méthode Champenoise, under which the family elaborates natural sparkling wines. You will also visit the barrel room and the old cellar to view the treasured largest collection of French oak barrels in use in Uruguay, with some dating from 1903. Check out the collection of vintage carriages kept on site.
Then, relax and enjoy a typical Uruguayan barbecue paired with different wine labels, including the family’s natural sparkling wine.
Notes:
Tour requires approximately 35 minutes of moderate walking. Wear comfortable walking shoes. Guests are able to purchase wine at the end of the tour. US dollars and credit cards are accepted. Wine purchased on this tour is exempt from the on-board corkage fee (offer limited to one bottle of wine per person). Tour does not operate on holidays.