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With a golf heritage of three golf courses designed by Sir Allister Mackenzie, world famous golf course designer of Augusta National, Uruguay is a paradise for Golfers! There are not more than 600 registered golfers for 8 courses, so you can play all year round – winter or summer and there is no need to hurry up! In our golf tour, guests will be guided by a Golf Specialist Coordinator. You will never play in a golf course twice, and will have time enough to enjoy golf and extra-golf activities.
Our golf tours combine your favorite sport with a unique destination. Uruguay is a virtually unexplored destination for traditional tourism. Situated on the undefined frontier between the Spanish and Portuguese empires, Uruguay has always been a region of passing influences; thus the hospitable character of its people. First conquerors and then the immigrants, who arrived from Europe in large waves during the first half of the last century, have enriched the native traditions, forging a very particular cultural identity different from the majority of Latin American countries. Indigenous remains, fortresses of the Colonial period and traces of the gaucho’s life have combined with a rich urban architectural heritage.
Uruguay has the highest literacy rate in the continent - 97% - and the majority of the population has completed secondary, technological or university studies. Commonly called “the Switzerland of America” this republic, proud of its almost 200 years of democracy is one of the safest countries in the world.
Tour Outline
Blanketed by Wetlands, native forest, coastal lagoons, palm groves and sandy and rocky beaches, you will be able to feel connected with the traditions of this unexplored country. In Uruguay, guests will find the legacy of British and American entrepreneurs who set forth the agricultural and industrial activity in the country during the early 20th century, leaving a golf heritage of three golf courses designed by Sir Allister Mackenzie, world famous golf course designer of Augusta National.
Guests will have the chance to play in the most important golf courses in Uruguay, explore the culture and traditions of this unknown country, visit historic Ranches, enjoy breathtaking landscapes, and get to know the people who have lived here for generations.
This tour has been especially designed for people who love to learn and experience nature, cultures and traditional meals without sacrificing comfort. It has native guides and specialists, who, along with the local people, will help each visitor, experience the wonders of this country, immersed in a safe, friendly and natural environment.
Important Notes
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Lares terms & conditions apply.
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| A booking is confirmed only upon receipt of the corresponding deposit. |
| We reserve the right to alter the itinerary due to circumstances beyond our control. |
| Appropriate medical insurance is mandatory and the responsibility of each guest/booking agent. |
| Lares reserves the right to use with publicity aims the comments and pictures taken to guests during the tours. |
| 7 nights / 8 days |
| Hotels |
| Meals according to itinerary |
| Air Tickets not included |
| Spanish and Bilingual guide (English, French, German, Russian) |
Day by day itinerary
 Day 1 - Montevideo, the capital city, Tango & Candombe
Today is set aside to relax and explore the seaside city of Montevideo. Guests are met at the Carrasco International Airport and driven along the wonderful coastline called “Rambla” to the downtown hotel. We will immerse ourselves in Uruguayan culture in Montevideo, the most important city as well as the capital. Welcome luxurious barbecue at the Mercado del Puerto and free time to rest or explore the downtown streets and experience the typical Rio de la Plata music, the Tango or Candombe with the rhythms and colored costumes. Montevideo is a very quite and safe city that combines museums, street markets, nice restaurants and very friendly people. Overnight in a nice centrally located 4 star hotel. L. |
 Day 2 - Full Golf Day at Club de Golf del Uruguay
After Breakfast, guests will be driven to Montevideo’s most traditional Golf Club 5 minutes from the hotel !. This exclusive 18-holes-golf-course was built in 1930 and designed by Dr. Alister Mackenzie. Lunch at Hole 9. In the afternoon, private transfer back to hotel. B, L. |
 Day 3 - City tour & Golf at “Club de Golf del Cerro”
After breakfast, we will enjoy a city tour through Montevideo. We will visit antique shops, go through the city visiting the most important historical and cultural sites like the “Legislativo Palace”, the “Carriage Monument” and the different neighborhoods like Carrasco, Punta Gorda, Pocitos and Punta Carretas with their historic anecdotes and different characteristics, we will also visit and walk through the downtown city’s streets. After a typical lunch will be driven 15 minutes to Club de Golf Del Cerro. This 18-hole golf course, Par 73, designed by Mr. Allister McKenzie, constructed in 1935, served as the golf course for the employees of Swift Company Ltd., a meat processing plant owned by American entrepreneurs from Chicago. The club was originally called the Chimont Golf Club (Chicago-Montevideo). The course offers spectacular views of the Montevideo bay! Quick lunch at hole 9. In the afternoon, private transfer back to hotel.B, L. |
 Day 4 - Wine tour & Punta Del Este
After breakfast, we will depart to Canelones province for a special wine tour. Uruguayan wines have won several primes in the last years. You wil have the chance of taste the country “flag” variety call “Tannat”. After lunch at the winery we will be driven to Punta Del Este, the beach resort for the more elite South Americans. Argentineans come across the wide ‘Rio de la Plata’ estuary to sun themselves here. We will make a stop in Piriápolis, where we will enjoy the lovely “Rambla” along the coast and go up the “San Antonio Hill” from where we will have the chance to take some pictures of the incredible view. This European style summer resort was founded by the visionary Francisco Piria during the last century. We will then continue our trip to the famous “Casapueblo” in Punta Ballena, where we will have a wonderful lunch and where we will visit the Museum of Carlos Páez Vilaró, Uruguayan painter and creator of Casapueblo. Overnight at “Las Cumbres” Hotel (Fantastic, Relais Chateaux certificated hotel). B, L. |
 Day 5 - Full Golf Day at Club Del Lago Golf Course
After breakfast, guests will be driven to “Club del Lago”. This is a 18-hole golf course, Par 73, 7065 yards, designed by Enrique Serra and opened in 1983. It’s considered the “Augusta of South America” because it’s long fairways lined with pine trees and plenty of bunkers. The pen cross greens are fast and five artificial lakes contribute to the beauty of this course. Laid over a sandy terrain, it’s always playable. It has some splendid holes like number 2, 3 and 18 and some feared ones like number 7. Quick lunch at hole number 9! Private transfer to hotel and overnight at “Las Cumbres” Hotel (Fantastic, Relais Chateaux certificated hotel). |
 Day 6 - Full Golf Day at La Barra Golf Club
After breakfast, guests will be driven to “La Barra Golf Club”. This is a 18-hole course, Par 72, 6406 yards, designed by Emilio Serra and opened in 1994, it’s an all natural terrain with a slightly waved topography, natural gorges and beautiful natural lagoons;. Quick lunch at hole number 9. Private transfer to the nearby province of Rocha and overnight at Estancia El Charabón. B, L, D. |
 Day 7/8 - Relax and traditions at an authentic estancia
We continue our Uruguayan experience at Estancia El Charabón (Charabón means small rhea). El Charabón is a beautiful working estancia specialized in calving and lambing. The landscape is absolutely different from the days before. Guests can ride on the excellent horses bred at the estancia, have nice walks just listening the birds, see the gauchos working with cattle or just relax in the open swimming pool and have a wonderful sunset tea time. Uruguayan wine, lamb barbecue and the homemade specialties are a special complement for a unique experience at this charming estancia. B, L, D. |
Day 8 - End of Tour
At day 8, after the goodbye lunch guest will be driven to Montevideo or Punta del Este to board the flights back home. B, L. |
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Blanketed by Wetlands, native forest, coastal lagoons, palm groves and sandy and rocky beaches, you will be able to feel connected with the traditions of this unexplored country. In Uruguay, guests will find the legacy of British and American entrepreneurs who set forth the agricultural and industrial activity in the country during the early 20th century, leaving a golf heritage of three golf courses designed by Sir Allister Mackenzie, world famous golf course designer of Augusta National.
