POPE LEO XIV IN MONTEVIDEO – Papal Visit Package
Experience the excitement of a historic milestone: Uruguay welcomes Pope Leo XIV.
Montevideo awaits you with faith, culture and history. Planet Travel has put together a special package so you can experience the Papal Visit without worrying about logistics: accommodation in the city center, private arrival and departure transfers, and free time to take part in all the activities on the official schedule.
The package also includes our 4-hour Religious Tourism Circuit, a tour with transportation and a specialized guide through Montevideo’s most iconic churches — from the Sanctuary of Cerrito de la Victoria, the majestic Neo-Byzantine landmark crowning the capital, to the Metropolitan Cathedral Basilica, the historic and spiritual heart of the faith — plus two walking tours of Ciudad Vieja: the Religious Circuit, guided through the history, sacred art and architecture of the churches, and the Freemasonry Footprints Trail, to decode the architectural symbolism and cultural legacy hidden in the city’s façades.
Uruguay welcomes you with open arms. Limited availability.
Services included:
- 02 nights’ accommodation with breakfast in Montevideo (3, 4 or 5-star category, your choice).
- Private arrival and departure transfers (Carrasco Airport, Port or Bus Terminal).
- 04-hour Religious Tourism Circuit, with transportation and a specialized guide.
- Ciudad Vieja Religious Circuit: walking tour guided through the history, sacred art and architecture of the churches.
- Freemasonry Footprints Trail: walking tour to decode the architectural symbolism and cultural legacy in the city’s façades.
- Free time for the activities on the official schedule.
- Free time for refreshments at Plaza Matriz during the circuit.
Services NOT included:
- Air, sea or land tickets to Montevideo
- Lunches and dinners
- Tips for driver and guide
- Personal expenses
- Any service not mentioned in the description above
Important: admission to the Mass is free. For official schedules and registration, check the organizers’ website at papaleonuruguay.uy
Limited availability. Rates and quotes available on request: just tell us the hotel category and number of travelers.
Enquiries and bookings: turismoreligioso@planet.uy | WhatsApp +598 97 000 186 | Tel. +598 2900 1514
Río Negro 1320, Floor 1, Montevideo, Uruguay – ZIP 11200
Organized by Planet Travel, member of the Montevideo Tourism Association (Asociación Turística de Montevideo, ATM).
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| 3* Category - Montevideo | Bed and breakfast | Consultar | Consultar | Consultar | ||
| 4* Category - Montevideo | Bed and breakfast | Consultar | Consultar | Consultar | ||
| 5* Category - Montevideo | Bed and breakfast | Consultar | Consultar | Consultar |
Prices subject to availability and change without notice
Day 1 - MONTEVIDEO:
Welcome and private transfer from Carrasco International Airport, the Port or the Bus Terminal to your chosen hotel. Check-in and accommodation. Rest of the day free for a first look at the city and for the events on the official agenda of the Papal Visit.
Day 2 - RELIGIOUS TOURISM CIRCUIT (4 HOURS):
Breakfast at the hotel. Enjoy a 4-hour experience discovering Montevideo's most iconic churches, with transport and a specialist guide for visitors. Full route:
Sanctuary of Cerrito de la Victoria - the majestic Neo-Byzantine church that crowns the capital.
Church of San Agustín and Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal.
Pocitos Parish Church.
Church of Lourdes.
Crypt of the Lord of Patience (Señor de la Paciencia).
Templo Inglés (Anglican Church).
Plaza Matriz and the Metropolitan Cathedral Basilica - the historic and spiritual heart of the faith.
Includes free time for a refreshment in Plaza Matriz. Free afternoon for the official agenda events.
Day 3 - CIUDAD VIEJA AND DEPARTURE:
Breakfast at the hotel. Walking tours of Ciudad Vieja (the Old Town): the Religious Circuit, guided through the history, sacred art and architecture of its churches, and the Freemasonry Trail, to decode the architectural symbolism and cultural legacy on the city's façades. At the scheduled time, private departure transfer to the Airport, Port or Bus Terminal. End of our services.
NOTE: all the tours in this itinerary will be carried out, although not necessarily in the order shown here. Times are adjusted to the official agenda of the Papal Visit. Free time slots are for reference only.
