Argentina
One of the most popular destinations in Latin America, Argentina boasts culture and sophistication that complements the natural beauty of the land. The excitement of Buenos Aires’s nightlife, the culinary delights of parrilla (grilled meat) from an asado, and the breathtaking views of Iguazu and Los Glaciares National Parks only scratch the surface of what Argentina is made.
12-day Sample Itinerary
Day 1, 2, 3: Buenos Aires, Paris of the South
With its mythical cafe society, unique European-influenced architecture, fashionable boutiques, and lively nightlife, there is always something to do in Buenos Aires. Tour city sights such as the Government Palace (Casa Rosada), whose balcony has served as a podium for figures like Eva Peron. Explore barrios like the colorfully painted La Boca and San Telmo, the birthplace of Tango.
Stop for coffee at an elegant cafe before heading to Palermo Viejo (nicknamed Palermo Soho) for fantastic and unique fashions that you won’t find anywhere else in the world. Take in an evening tango show before a leisurely dinner. Then dance the night away at an alluring milonga (tango salon).
Days 4 , 5: Wine Touring, Wine Tasting, Wine Dining
Fly to Mendoza, the heart of Argentina’s wine region. Enjoy the tranquil atmosphere of this pleasantly rural town as you tour wineries and Vineyards. Sample wine as a connoisseur explains the intricacies of winemaking. Have dinner at an outdoor restaurant, sipping wine made of the highest quality Malbec grapes.
Days 6, 7, 8: Argentina’s Little Switzerland
Enjoy the fresh mountain air of Bariloche. Located in the foothills of the Andes, this picturesque town is surrounded by crystal-blue lakes and snowcapped mountains. Explore the bays of the glacial-formed Lake Nahuel Huapi. Ride a chairlift to the top of Cerro Campanario for what has been described as one of the top ten views of the world. Drive the Circuito Chico around the Llao Llao Peninsula and take in the majestic view of the snowcapped peaks of Cerro Lopez and Catedral towering over Nahuel Huapi and Perito Moreno lakes.
Days 9, 10, 11: Iguazu Falls and Jungle
Journey to Iguazu National Park, a jungle that is home to howler monkeys, pumas, and over 400 species of birds. This UNESCO World Heritage Site is the location of Iguazu Falls, a waterfall system consists of 275 falls spread across a gulf nearly 2 miles wide. Follow a guide as you navigate through the jungle to reach the cascades. Your journey will be rewarded by a 260-degree panoramic view of the falls.
Day 12: Return home
Board the plane for a safe flight home.
Highlights of Argentina: 9-Day Sample Itinerary
Days 1, 2, 3, 4: Buenos Aires
With unique architecture, fashionable boutiques, and lively nightlife, there is always something to do in Buenos Aires. Tour city sights such as the Government Palace (Casa Rosada), whose balcony has served as a podium for figures like Eva Peron. Explore barrios like the colorfully painted La Boca and San Telmo, the birthplace of Tango. Stop for coffee at an elegant cafe before heading to Palermo Viejo (nicknamed Palermo Soho) for fantastic fashions that be found elsewhere. Then dance the night away at an alluring milonga (tango salon).
Days 5, 6, 7: Iguazu Falls
Journey to Iguazu National Park, a jungle that is home to howler monkeys, pumas, and over 400 species of birds. This UNESCO World Heritage Site is the location of Iguazu Falls, the cascade complex that consists of 275 falls spread across a nearly 2 mile gulf. Follow a guide as you navigate through the jungle to reach the cascades. Your journey will be rewarded by a 260-degree panoramic view of the falls.
Days 8 , 9: Bariloche
Enjoy the fresh mountain air of Bariloche. Located in the foothills of the Andes, this picturesque town is surrounded by crystal blue lakes and snow-capped mountains. Explore the bays of the glacial-formed Lake Nahuel Huapi. Ride a chairlift to the top of Cerro Campanario for what has been described as “one of the top ten views of the world.†Drive the Circuito Chico around the Llao Llao Peninsula and take in the majestic view of the snow-capped peaks of Cerro Lopez and Cathedral towering over Nahuel Huapi and Perito Moreno lakes.
