Private tour in Colonia Hebert S

Colonia del Sacramento and Montevideo Private Tour

4.7

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Hebert S.

4.9

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I'm a tour guide in Uruguay that likes to show visitors regular touristic places but also, some others that are not so common. My guests will hear unusual stories about our history, music hits, sports epics, traditions, culture, and after that, I'm absolutely sure they will have a different impression of our "little great" country. . . . I was guiding tours in my country since 1996. In 2004, I was leading and coordinating transportation services for the US Forces during the XLVI UNITAS multinational maritime exercises, Atlantic Phase in Uruguay. Presidential visits to our country with their committees like George Bush, Raúl Chavez and Nicolás Maduro But also my activity as a Sports Journalist broadcaster since 1980, gave me possibility to participate in two Olympic Games, other two Pan American Games, a World Basketball Champion, several "Americas" Basketball qualifying tournaments for them, letting me knowing many countries, people and cultures. I was guiding tours in my country since 1996. Before that my main activity was as a Sports Journalist, broadcasting since 1980. This gave me the possibility to participate in two Olympic Games, other two Panamerican Games, a World Basketball Champion, several "Americas" Basketball qualifying tournaments for them, letting me knowing many countries, people and cultures. I don´t have any restrictions in regard to my guiding services

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Overview of your Colonia tour

Colonia is a pretty town with remains of the past colonial period, where Portuguese and Spanish used to be. UNESCO declared it as a "world heritage" and you can experience the feeling of being in a colonial past. . . . In the way from Montevideo, we can appreciate lots of milking farms with their particular Holland cows, and also some corn, soy beans and wheat plantations. Montevideo, Uruguay’s capital is a nice city that has many beaches and a beautiful promenade. It’s architectural influences came from Europe and the city has lots of green areas.

Recent Reviews

Kailee N.Canada
January 2026

Herbert was a wonderful guide, very knowledgeable about the area and Uruguay in general. He taught us a lot about the history of the country, and was very accommodating to whatever we wanted to do on our tour, even took us on multiple detours depending on our interests and things we had just learned about and wanted to see. He was super friendly and made sure we were well taken care of throughout the day. His van is also EXTREMELY comfortable and was a very luxurious way to get from Colonia to Montevideo, and he dropped us off right at our Airbnb. I would highly recommend this tour with Herbert, it was an awesome day!

Abdulla A.United Arab Emirates
January 2025

Amazing tour, had the best of time. Hebert has a lot of knowledge on the history of Uruguay and is very punctual and efficient, would recommend him highly.

Barbara G.United States
January 2024

Hebert was knowledgeable and friendly. He was on time meeting us at the dock, and gracious and accomodating. We learned a lot about Uruguay. However, our group of 4 felt that there was a lot of driving to get to Colonia del Sacramento (over 2 hours each way). At the end of our tour, Hebert showed us around Montevideo - the old town and parts of the new per our request to see both. Even though we liked Colonia, we would have been just as happy to spend the day touring Montevideo and visit its museums.

Erica R.United States
January 2024

Very knowledgable and informative! Got us from the ferry station and drove us around. Would highly recommend to anyone wanting to visit Colonia del Sacramento for a day! :) 10/10

John F.United States
August 2022

Hebert was a very nice guide. The highlight was the BBQ at his lovely home with his family. Would recommend.

Mark Deborah K.United States
March 2020

Hebert is congenial and great conversation. A lifelong Uruguayan with family, he has deep knowledge of the history and sites we visited in Montevideo and Colonia. Many people recognized him, so he is well-known as a guide. Good driver. We were surprised he didn't guide us around the ruins and in Colonia's main church, letting us guide ourselves while he waited and checked his messages. We like that he gave us time to walk around on our own. We recommend him.

Your Colonia tour itinerary

We will visit: - The original Old Town in detail - The new city - The Promenade with white sand beaches - The historical Bull ring Arena - The ruins of the old wooden pier - Residential areas. In Montevideo: The Old town City center The promenade & beaches Residential areas 1st World Soccer Cup Stadium Agricultural Market

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Transport details
Type: Private Transportation / Category: Minivan

Comfortable Hyundai Staria up to 8 passengers or Iveco Daily up to 17. Options available for larger groups

What's included
Other: Pick you up where you prefer. Of course, also transportation and guide services are included.
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Other: A customized tour can be created to increase the number of travellers.
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Meeting location

Colonia del Sacramento, Colonia Department, 70000, Uruguay

Airport: ,Cruise: ,ByGuide: We can start in Colonia or departing from Montevideo.

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Tour categories
Architecture
History
Nature Wildlife And Safaris
City Highlights
Tour reference number
720874
Languages
Portuguese
Spanish
English
Activity level
Minimal
Accessibility
Kid Friendly
Wheelchair Accessible

Traveller reviews

4.7

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This private tour is perfect for travellers interested in exploring the rich colonial heritage of Colonia del Sacramento and Montevideo. It's also ideal for those who want a flexible and personalized experience, as well as families, seniors, and travellers with mobility concerns due to its minimal activity level and wheelchair accessibility.

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