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Take in the highlights of Argentina on this classic tour focusing on the incredible landscapes and history of this remarkable country. After showing you the highlights and hidden corners of buzzing Buenos Aires, we whisk you off to Patagonia, where the sheer size of the Perito Moreno glacier will leave you breathless. If you’re feeling adventurous, don a pair of crampons and walk the surface of this incredible place. From there it’s onto Puerto Iguazu in the very north of the country, where a series of 275 waterfalls is spread over two countries: Argentina and Brazil. Both sides are equally stunning so we’ll make sure you have time to marvel at both sides of this UNESCO World Heritage Site.

This itinerary is here to inspire you as all of our holidays are tailor-made to suit you. We’re happy to add or subtract days, change hotels, and adjust as you see fit. To learn more about the highlights of Argentina, give us a call at UK 020 7112 0019 or email argentina@fleewinter.com to start planning your holiday.

 

Your Itinerary

Casa Rosada Buenos Aires

Day 1 - Bienvenidos a Argentina

Welcome to the ‘Paris of Latin America’. Upon arrival at Buenos Aires’ Ezeiza Airport, you will be greeted by one of our English‐speaking guides who will privately escort you to the Nuss Boutique Hotel in one of the most emblematic corners of Palermo Soho, next to the colourful Plaza Serrano. We have nothing planned for the rest of the day so you can get accustomed to your new surroundings. Accommodation in Superior Room.

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Buenos Aires day tour

Day 2 - Discover Buenos Aires

Our friendly expert guide will take you on and off the beaten track today as you explore this vibrant & fascinating city. You will have a car at your disposal, but we recommend getting out and walking around some of the neighbourhoods. The tour will take in the main highlights, but if there are particular things that interest you, we can tailor the tour for you. This tour will allow you to really get under the skin of Buenos Aires.

Tango Show Buenos Aires

Day 3 - Ready to Tango?

Enjoy a day at leisure to explore Argentina’s cosmopolitan capital at your own pace. Buenos Aires adventures would not be complete without dipping your toe into its beating cultural heart – the Tango. Tonight’s show invites you to discover ancient mysteries, see yourself in Buenos Aires at the start of the 20th century, and pass through the history of tango as you experience it through its rhythmic chords and the sensuality of its dance.

Patagonia

Day 4 - From Buenos Aires to Patagonia

This morning, we will privately transfer you to the airport for your flight to El Calafate. Upon arrival, you will be privately transferred to your hotel in the city centre. Enjoy this afternoon at leisure and explore the restaurants and artisanal shops of this picturesque town.  Accommodation in Standard Room.

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Perito Moreno

Day 5 - The incredible Perito Moreno

Today’s tour takes you into Parque Nacional Los Glaciares for views of the immense Perito Moreno Glacier. En route to the glacier stop at the pier for a short boat trip to the south wall of the glacier. From the water level you get an amazing feel for its sheer size, more than 3 miles wide and over 20 stories high – a true highlight of Argentina. We have organised a gourmet picnic lunch to enjoy on the walkways overlooking the glacier.

Penguins Patagonia

Day 6 - Patagonian Adventures await

Today, we will take you on a unique tour of the National Park. The trip takes in Glacier Frias and combines trekking and semi-rigid boat trips to explore an otherwise unknown corner of this vast area, an almost unexplored landscape. The old route of the estancias will take you to Lake Rock, where you cross a valley that leads all the way to the border with Chile. Discover nature at its finest. Enjoy a packed lunch and a few mates overlooking the Grande, Cubo and Dickson glaciers.

Mate tea

Day 7 - Off to Iguazu

Today, you will cross almost the entire country while flying from El Calafate to Puerto Iguazú. Upon arrival, you will be privately transferred to the Loi Suites Boutique Hotel in the heart of the Iryapú Jungle. Stretch your legs on the canopy walkways or one of the trails. Accommodation in Studio Junior Room.

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Iguazu waterfalls

Day 8 - Argentinian Falls

The waterfalls spread over two countries, and we are going to show you the Argentine side today. Start early in order to beat the crowds and get the first train to the Devil’s Throat. Walk on suspended walkways which are detached from the jungle surface and marvel at the magnificent panoramic views. Once you have finished all the circuits, you will be transferred back to your hotel.

Iguazu Falls Brazil

Day 9 - Brazilian Falls

Our guide will pick you up from your hotel and take you across the border to the Brazilian side of the National Park. Once inside the park you will transfer onto the park authority’s buses. From the Brazilian side there are gorgeous panoramic views of the lower Iguazu River and the Devil’s Gorge Canyon. In the afternoon, you will be transferred to the airport for your flight back home. Safe travels!

DETAILS -

This itinerary costs from £2,545 per person B&B and is based on two people sharing accommodation and services. The price includes all transfers, tours and domestic travel but not international flights.

International flights tend to cost between £700 and £900 per person return if booked well in advance – do ask us for advice. Alternatively we can book the flights for you but a booking fee may apply.

What's included?

INCLUDED:
  • Prices start from £2,545 per person
  • Accommodation on B&B basis based on two sharing
  • Dinner on Day 3 and lunches on Days 5 and 6
  • Transfers in an air-conditioned vehicle as mentioned
  • Entrance and National Park fees
  • All excursions and activities mentioned in the itinerary
  • Internal flights
  • All trips are ATOL protected or ABTA bonded to ensure you are fully covered
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Buenos Aires
In Buenos Aires, Argentina's cosmopolitan capital, you'll find graceful plazas, tango shows, melancholic melodies, historic buildings reflecting European grandeur, trendy bars, nightlife every night of the week, steak dinners, an emerging art scene and a Latin flair.
There is so much to do and see that you could spend weeks in "the Paris of South America" but to catch the highlights, we recommend at least 3 days in this exciting city.
Las Cataratas de Iguazú
The spectacular Iguazu Falls are located within the Iguazu Falls National Park on the Northern border of the Province of Misiones. This series of 275 waterfalls is at the heart of the Paranaense Rainforest, where the Argentine, Brazil and Paraguay borders meet, and where the cities of Puerto Iguazu (Argentina), Foz do Iguaçu (Brazil) and Ciudad del Este (Paraguay) face each other.
We recommend at least 2 nights in Puerto Iguazu so you can visit both sides of the falls. They are very different and both are jaw-dropping.
Parque Nacional Los Glaciares
Perito Moreno is one of the highlights of Argentina. This vast glacier is located in the Parque Nacional Las Glaciares, close to the town of El Calafate. Whether you watch its huge ice blocks collapsing into the lake from the viewing platform or take a hiking tour on the glacier itself finishing at the only bar in the world where the ice is older than the whiskey, the glacier's scale and shades of white and blue will leave you speechless.
We recommend at least 2-3 nights in El Calafate, the gateway to the National Park.
Mendoza
Mendoza is famous for its Malbec wine and vineyards in a spectacular setting, but there is so much more to enjoy. From white water rafting, fly fishing for trout, horseback riding in the Andes at sunrise, biking through the vineyards, to climbing Mt. Aconcagua, the highest peak in South America, there are plenty of ways to experience this region. We recommend at least 3 nights in Mendoza.
Salta "La Linda"
Set at the foothills of the Andes mountain range, Salta is at an elevation of 1,152m. The city's architecture is spectacular and you can see the influences from bordering Bolivia, Paraguay and Chile. While it's worth spending at least one or two nights in Salta, build in time for the surrounding area. Take a day tour to El Cafayate and marvel at the unique mountain formations and desert colours on the way, or an overnight tour to Cachi in the Calchaquí Valley, known for its adobe houses and white colonial buildings, surrounded by snow-capped mountains.
Peninsula de Valdes
The Peninsula de Valdes, a nature reserve in Northern Patagonia, is best known for whales, sea lions and elephant seals. Probably the largest draw are the Southern Right Whales (Ballena Austral) that come to take shelter in the natural bays of the peninsula between June and November. We recommend spending at least two to three nights in Puerto Madryn, the gateway to the peninsula.
Bariloche and the Lake District
San Carlos de Bariloche, simply known as Bariloche, is situated in the foothills of the Andes and is Argentina's most popular destination for skiing and hiking. Its ever-present views of the glacial lake Nahuel Huapi are spectacular, but the area is also a foodie hub, well known for its traditional asados (BBQs), choloatiers and micro breweries.
Ushuaia
Ushuaia is the capital of the Tierra del Fuego area in the southernmost tip of South America, often nicknamed the “End of the World.” Nestled between snow-capped Andean mountains and the shores of the Beagle Channel, it is an adventure hub where guests can visit national parks, kayak and hike, crab fish, visit penguins or explore old shipwrecks. In the winter, you'll find the world's southernmost ski resort, Cerro Castor.

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