Private tour in Punta Del Este Gonzalo M

Punta del Este Essentials City Tour + MACA Museum visit

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Gonzalo M.

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I'm a University Gruaduate Tour Guide as well as National & Regional Tourism Technician fully Pfizer vaccinated against Covid-19. Ever since I was a child I always found myself continuously captivated by foreigners, be it by their languages or their cultures. Being part of a family of European immigrants and periodically exposed to different languages my entire life, this always proved to be second nature to me. In addition, I studied English for over a decade in one of the top schools in the country and to this day continue to use it on a daily basis. Thanks to this, I was able to obtain The University of Michigan's Certificate of Proficiency in English. As part of my Tourism education, I attended the United Nation's World Tourism Organization's First Seminar on the International Code for the Protection of Tourists and hold a Touristic Management certificate emitted by the Ministry of Commerce of China. I am proud to say I now have a decade of experience working in Tourism, during which I've had the privilege to provide services for worldwide organizations such as UNESCO, the UN Environment Programme, the Organization of American States & the Inter-Parliamentary Union. I've also provided tours to politicians such as South Carolina's Senate Minority Lead Brad Hutto and the Minister of Natural Resources of Guyana Vickram Bharrat. On a more personal note, being born and raised in Uruguay (the only place I ever lived in) I am wholeheartedly acquainted with its ins & outs, and feel genuine enthusiasm every time I get the opportunity to share these gems hiding in plain sight with others. I fully believe every person is unique and experiences this country in a different way, but my job is to guarantee this experience is remarkable for everyone. Even though there is a certain structure in the private tours I offer, these are always flexible to a degree, and able to be customized as to fulfill your unique expectations. I sincerely hope we can get to know each other and go around my beautiful country together!

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Overview of your Punta Del Este tour

The city of Punta del Este happens to be nearby the first Contemporary Art Museum Uruguay ever had, which opened its doors as recently as in 2022, displaying pieces of national and international artists, from Europe, South America and the US. A stunning and innovative development that spans 5. 000m2 is a must for any art enthusiast. In our way there, we will enjoy the accompanying sight of our gorgeous promenade and beautiful beaches while driving through picturesque neighbourhoods and the one of a kind wavy bridge! But first, we will visit Punta del Este's most famous art piece, the hand that rises from the sand, as well as the striking original anchor retrieved from the Ajax ship that fought the Graf Spee in WWII's Battle of River Plate. You may not have thought of Punta del Este as a warlike city, but that might change after visiting our 3-cannon middle battery in the shore.

Your Punta Del Este tour itinerary

·Our tour would start after a pick-up from a pre-arranged location such as your lodging or the port. ·Our first stop would be in the Port itself, to see the sea lions that come to get fed in front of the fisherman shops! ·Afterwards, we'd head to visit Our Lady of the Candlelight Church. ·In front of the church we'll get to see the one of a kind Italian Volcanic Ash Beacon & Municipal Meteorology Station. ·Next, we'll drive onto the 4 Seas Corner, where you'll get to see our shores from every cardinal point! ·Then we'll reach Great Britain Square where the anchor of 2 WWII's ships are enthroned. ·Later we'll stop by Our Lady of the Candlelight's Open Air Coastal Shrine. ·Afterwards we'll visit the iconic Hand in the Sand (Los Dedos) award winning sculpture, before heading straight towards the Metropolitan Art Museum (MACA). ·On our way there, we'll drive across the one of a kind wavy bridge for some exhilarating moments! ·On arrival, we'll explore the eco-park & art halls. ·At last, we'll return.

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Transport details
Type: Private Transportation / Category: Van

Hyundai Staria Van or similar with Air Conditioning and Free WiFi.

What's included
Private Guide
Private Transportation
What's not included
Other: Personal expenses.
Food Drinks Snacks
Meeting location

Punta del Este, Departamento de Maldonado, 20100, Uruguay

I could also pick you up from your hotel, the Laguna del Sauce airport or another preferred meeting point.

  • You can request a different meeting location (for example, your hotel) during the checkout process.
Other details
Tour categories
Museums
Art And Culture
Layover
Tour reference number
938232
Languages
English
Spanish
Activity level
Minimal
Accessibility
Kid Friendly
Wheelchair Accessible
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Who is this private tour in Punta del Este best suited for?

This private tour in Punta del Este is perfect for art enthusiasts and those interested in contemporary art, as it includes a visit to Uruguay's first Contemporary Art Museum. It's also ideal for travellers who want to explore the city's cultural and historical sites, such as the iconic Hand in the Sand sculpture and the WWII anchor at Great Britain Square. The tour is kid-friendly and wheelchair accessible, making it suitable for families and travellers with mobility concerns.

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