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Unforgettable Day Tour in Colonia del Sacramento

Buenos Aires, Argentina
Great choice
10+ bookings last month.
  • 10 hours (approx.)
  • Offered in: English

Overview

Step aboard a ferry to travel between Argentina and Uruguay on this day trip. Head for Colonia del Sacramento, just across the water, and enjoy a river tour as well. Combine your water transportation with any of the tour options once you get there for a complete day exploring Uruguay.
  • Boat connection between Argentina and Uruguay
  • River tour included
  • Restroom on board the boat
  • Visit another country in just an hour's time

What's Included

  • All Fees and Taxes
  • Restroom on board
  • Food and drinks

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

  • Av. Elvira Rawson de Dellepiane 155, C1107 Cdad. Autónoma de Buenos Aires, Argentina

    Board your ferry at the Colonia Express Terminal. The activity provider will send you the reservation number via email after booking. This tour involves an international border crossing and customs, so make sure to arrive at the Ferry Station 1 hour and 30 minutes before the departure time.

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

1

Colonia del Sacramento

8 hours Admission Ticket Free

Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Stroller accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Near public transportation
  • Infants must sit on laps
  • Most travelers can participate
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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Reviews

3.4
based on 43 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Free and Easy Tour

SiewWeng_L, Feb 2026
Better than expected. I must say it is very well organised and informed. It is definitely worth the money. I would recommend the tour to anyone interested.

Response from Host, Feb 2026

Dear Passenger, Thank you very much for sharing your experience with us. Your comments help us improve our services. We are pleased to know that you enjoyed our services and look forward to welcoming you on board again in the future. Sincerely, Colonia Express

Worked but a bit awkward to not have actual ferry tickets.

David_F, Jan 2026
Basically this was purchasing the round trip ferry ticket ahead of time. But could not get our tickets until 90 minutes before the ferry departure. Could not log into the app.

Response from Host, Feb 2026

Dear Passenger, Thank you very much for sharing your experience with us. Your comments help us improve our services. We remind you that you can use our complaints email: reclamos@coloniaexpress.com, where you can send any additional requests or comments. We are pleased to know that you enjoyed our services and look forward to welcoming you on board again in the future. Sincerely, Colonia Express

Uraguay for a day.

Jane_M, Jan 2026
Fantastic experience. The ferry was a short trip and very efficient and comfortable. Walking tour was informative and very interesting to get an insight into Uraguay the way of life and the people. The town is beautiful.

Response from Host, Jan 2026

Dear Passenger, Thank you very much for sharing your experience with us. Your comments help us improve our services. We are pleased to know that you enjoyed our services and look forward to welcoming you on board again in the future. Sincerely, Colonia Express

Great area to visit but not a typical tour

Lucy_S, Feb 2025
Like others have said, it’s a bit misleading. The tour part is a 1 hour overview of the area and you have the rest of the day on your own. That was fine for us but if you are alone and you have trouble walking on uneven streets , we forewarned. The Colonia de Sacramento area was nice either with many eating options. The boat trip you are on your own but follow directions and you will be fine. I was very impressed with both the Argentina and Uruguay passport control bring two desks next to each other. This made it very easy. The boats were on time. Be sure to check in 1.5 hours early as instructed.

Response from Host, Feb 2025

Dear passenger, Thank you for sharing your experience with us! We're glad to hear that you enjoyed the ferry trip and the Colonia de Sacramento area. We appreciate your feedback regarding the tour and will take it into consideration for future improvements. We're also happy that the passport control process went smoothly for you. Thank you for the helpful advice for other travelers, and we hope to welcome you again soon! Colonia Express.

Uruguay day trip from Argentina .

Roy_D, Feb 2025
Can be done without a guide . It's easy to do guide does not add much value take the boat and do it.

Response from Host, Feb 2025

Dear passenger, Thank you for sharing your feedback! We’re sorry to hear that you didn’t find the guide valuable during your experience. Our goal is to offer our clients a well-rounded experience by providing additional information and ensuring they feel comfortable and safe while enjoying their activity. However, we understand that some people prefer a more independent experience, and we truly value your feedback. We will take your perspective into account as we continue to improve our services. We hope you still enjoyed your time with us, and we would love to welcome you back in the future! Colonia Express.

Don’t book! It’s a scam!

Jeff_M, Mar 2022
There is no tour, there is no tour guide! You pay your money and then are told to go the ferry terminal, where nothing happens. The ferry service has no record of your reservation, you are just screwed. Very poor communication! I have done many others good tours with Viator, but this could be my last!!!!!

Short and memorable, travel experience!!

CLAUDIA_M, Dec 2025
This is a good experience, to know another country, if you are in Buenos Aires. A quiet and relaxed day, to know and experience peace. If you can go to Montevideo, do not hesitate.
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Response from Host, Dec 2025

Estimado pasajero: Muchas gracias por compartir su experiencia con nosotros. Sus comentarios nos ayudan a mejorar nuestros servicios. Nos complace saber que disfrutó de nuestros servicios y esperamos darle la bienvenida a bordo nuevamente en el futuro. Atentamente, Colonia Express
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