Bodega Garzón & José Ignacio tour: Private driver, wine tasting

Bodega Garzón's architecture rises from the vineyard itself, and the tasting follows the tour through it.

A private tour of Bodega Garzón winery near Punta del Este combines a guided visit and wine tasting with a driver-led afternoon in the coastal village of José Ignacio. The experience runs six hours and includes private transportation and pickup. Lunch at the beachfront Parador La Huella can be arranged separately. A guide speaks English, Spanish or Portuguese.

Step-by-step itinerary

Visit winery and coastal village

• Guided tour of Bodega Garzón
• Taste selected wines
• Visit José Ignacio village
• Explore lighthouse and surroundings
• Optional lunch at Parador La Huella

The experience

Bodega Garzón is one of South America's most recognized wineries, and the tour begins with a guided walk through its philosophy, architecture and production. The winery's design integrates into the landscape rather than sitting apart from it, and the visit covers how that shapes the winemaking process itself. The tasting that closes the winery portion lets you sample the wines that built the reputation, with time to ask about what makes each one distinct.

After the winery, the private driver takes you to José Ignacio, a coastal village an hour away known for its lighthouse and the Atlantic shoreline. You have free time to walk around, visit the lighthouse, or simply sit with the view. If you want lunch, the Mr. Winery team arranges a reservation at Parador La Huella, a beachfront restaurant considered one of South America's most iconic, though you pay for the meal directly at the restaurant when you arrive.

The tour operates with a dedicated driver throughout, so the pace stays yours: no fixed group schedule, no rushing between stops. Pickup is included from your accommodation.

What’s included

• Private transportation with a dedicated driver.
• guided visit to Bodega Garzón with wine tasting.
• visit to the village of Garzón.
• free time in José Ignacio to explore the lighthouse and coastal scenery.
• hotel pickup.

Before you book

Days and timesThursday to SundayDepartures at 09:00, 09:30, 11:00 and 11:30

AgesAdult (18 and older) · Youth (12 to 17 years) · Child (3 to 11 years): free · Infant (under 3): free

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish, Spanish and Portuguese

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.You can choose from 22 pickup points.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

Prices and times updated 2 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortNot recommended during pregnancyNot recommended with heart problemsNot recommended with back problems

Operated by Mr Winery

Is this one for you?The guide speaks your choice of English, Spanish or Portuguese, so language is not a barrier to following the commentary at the winery or asking questions about the wines. The private driver means no group schedule and no fixed pace. You move at your own rhythm through both stops.

Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English, Spanish and Portuguese.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Youth (12 to 17 years); Child (3 to 11 years): free; Infant (under 3): free.

What does the winery visit actually cover?

Bodega Garzón's guided tour walks you through the winery's philosophy, its architecture integrated into the vineyard landscape, the winemaking process, and the production facilities, ending with a tasting of selected wines.

How much time do I have in José Ignacio?

The afternoon in José Ignacio is free time for you to explore: visit the lighthouse, walk the village, or relax. If you arrange lunch at Parador La Huella through the tour operator, that meal takes roughly an hour, and you pay the restaurant directly.

Is lunch included in the tour price?

Lunch is not included. If you want to eat at Parador La Huella, the Mr. Winery team arranges the reservation in advance, and you pay the restaurant directly when you arrive.

Does the tour include pickup from my hotel?

Yes, private pickup from your accommodation is included, and the same driver stays with you throughout the six-hour experience.