Discover Argentina
Discover Argentina
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Explore vibrant Buenos Aires, visit the "End of the World" in Ushuaia, admire the majestic glaciers in El Calafate and feel the force of nature in the stunning waterfalls!
Activity Description
Day 1 / BUENOS AIRES
Buenos Aires Buenos Aires is the capital of Argentina and one of the most interesting metropolises in Latin America. It’s a dynamic and cosmopolitan city with a great cultural and architectural heritage. It’s known worldwide for Tango and football, but also for its cafés, bookstores and theaters. Transfer Ezeiza Airport (EZE) - Hotel - Private Service Guide included HD City Tour (4 hours) - Private Service Guide included During this tour we will discover the highlights of Buenos Aires. The city is known as the "Paris of South America” and we will easily identify why by looking at its architecture. We will start at May Square, where the Government House, the Cathedral and the old Town Hall are located. Then we will continue to San Telmo -one of the most ancient neighborhoods- until we reach La Boca, famous for its colorful and picturesque houses on Caminito Street. Finally we will head north to visit Recoleta, the most elegant district with wide avenues, lovely parks and magnificent residences. There we will visit the monumental cemetery where Evita Perón and other historical personalities are buried.
Overnight: Hotel Pulitzer Buenos Aires (2 Nights) Standard Room with Breakfast included
Day 2 / BUENOS AIRES
Breakfast at the hotel Day at leisure to enjoy the city on own or via Optional activities:
Breakfast at the hotel Day at leisure to enjoy the city on own or via Optional activities:
Optional service: HD Tigre Delta - Shared Service
Tigre is located 30 km away from Buenos Aires, on the Delta of Paraná River. It’s a privileged spot to enjoy nature and spend time outdoors. We will drive north and pass by the elegant neighborhoods of Olivos, Martinez and San Isidro, where we will make a short stop at the main square to see the beautiful neogothic cathedral. We will then continue to Tigre and board a river boat. During the 60-minute boat tour we will be able to see unique weekend houses that are only accessible by water. We will visit only a small a part of the huge Paraná Delta that goes over 300 km north. Thanks to the year-round temperate microclimate of the Paraná River delta, very special trees and flowers grow in the area. After the boat ride we will take the highway to return to Buenos Aires.
Tigre is located 30 km away from Buenos Aires, on the Delta of Paraná River. It’s a privileged spot to enjoy nature and spend time outdoors. We will drive north and pass by the elegant neighborhoods of Olivos, Martinez and San Isidro, where we will make a short stop at the main square to see the beautiful neogothic cathedral. We will then continue to Tigre and board a river boat. During the 60-minute boat tour we will be able to see unique weekend houses that are only accessible by water. We will visit only a small a part of the huge Paraná Delta that goes over 300 km north. Thanks to the year-round temperate microclimate of the Paraná River delta, very special trees and flowers grow in the area. After the boat ride we will take the highway to return to Buenos Aires.
Optional service: Recoleta and Palermo Bike Tour - Shared Service Meeting point San Martin Square
This lovely and pleasant tour is ideal for those who want to explore the most exclusive neighborhoods in Buenos Aires. Beautiful parks, elegant avenues, residential areas with mansions and embassies and the monumental Recoleta cemetery. Highlights: San Martín Square, Law School and Floralis Generica, Barrio Parque and MALBA museum, Planetarium, Rose Garden, Recoleta cemetery. Difficulty: moderate Distance: 17 km / 10.5 miles Duration: 3:30 to 4 hours
This lovely and pleasant tour is ideal for those who want to explore the most exclusive neighborhoods in Buenos Aires. Beautiful parks, elegant avenues, residential areas with mansions and embassies and the monumental Recoleta cemetery. Highlights: San Martín Square, Law School and Floralis Generica, Barrio Parque and MALBA museum, Planetarium, Rose Garden, Recoleta cemetery. Difficulty: moderate Distance: 17 km / 10.5 miles Duration: 3:30 to 4 hours
Optional service: Dinner & Tango show at El Querandí - Shared Service Includes shared transfers
El Querandí is located in the city’s historic quarter, in an old restored house that respects the original design with high ceiling, Solomonic columns and dark woodwork. The show invites you to relive the atmosphere of the beginning of the 20th Century and travel through the history of tango with an intense and passionate performance.
El Querandí is located in the city’s historic quarter, in an old restored house that respects the original design with high ceiling, Solomonic columns and dark woodwork. The show invites you to relive the atmosphere of the beginning of the 20th Century and travel through the history of tango with an intense and passionate performance.
Day 3 / BUENOS AIRES-USHUAIA
Breakfast at the hotel Transfer Hotel - J. Newbery Airport (AEP) - Private Service Guide included Flight Buenos Aires – Ushuaia (AEP-USH) not included
Breakfast at the hotel Transfer Hotel - J. Newbery Airport (AEP) - Private Service Guide included Flight Buenos Aires – Ushuaia (AEP-USH) not included
Ushuaia Lying on the shores of the Beagle Channel, on the "Main Island of Tierra del Fuego ", Ushuaia is considered the southernmost city in the world. Meaning "bay looking west” in aboriginal (Yaghan) language, it is a place surrounded by fantastic landscapes and the closest port to Antarctica: hence named "World Capital of Antarctic Tourism”. Transfer Ushuaia Airport - Hotel - Shared Service Overnight: hotel Cilene Del Faro (2 Nights) Standard Apartment with Breakfast included
Day 4 / USHUAIA
Breakfast at the hotel HD National Park Tour (6 hours) - Shared Service Entrance Fee included This park, located at 12 km from the city center to the southwest of the island, was created in 1960 to preserve and protect the natural fauna and flora of the region. Only nearly 5000 acres of its total area are open to visitors who can enjoy a combination of Sub Antarctic forest, mountains of the Andes Range and the marine environment of the Beagle Channel. During the excursion you will learn about archeological sites, historical events and wildlife of the island. You will take short walks along some of the trails in the park and stops at some viewpoints such as Roca Lake will allow great pictures to be taken. At Lapataia Bay a wooden sign announces the very end of the national route Nº 3 (or Panamericana Highway as it is called down here). Return to Ushuaia from this point.
Breakfast at the hotel HD National Park Tour (6 hours) - Shared Service Entrance Fee included This park, located at 12 km from the city center to the southwest of the island, was created in 1960 to preserve and protect the natural fauna and flora of the region. Only nearly 5000 acres of its total area are open to visitors who can enjoy a combination of Sub Antarctic forest, mountains of the Andes Range and the marine environment of the Beagle Channel. During the excursion you will learn about archeological sites, historical events and wildlife of the island. You will take short walks along some of the trails in the park and stops at some viewpoints such as Roca Lake will allow great pictures to be taken. At Lapataia Bay a wooden sign announces the very end of the national route Nº 3 (or Panamericana Highway as it is called down here). Return to Ushuaia from this point.
HD Beagle Channel Boat Tour (3 hours) - Shared Service
This tour starts at the Touristic Pier, sailing across Ushuaia Bay and on to the Beagle Channel. The first stop will be at the Birds Island with its numerous specimens of birds: cormorants, skuas, seagulls, to mention just a few and next, the boat will get closer to the Sea Lions Island where colonies of southern sea lions and southern fur seals constitute the "star attraction” . Further on you will reach one of the best known pictures of Ushuaia: "Les Eclaireurs” Lighthouse, often wrongly called "End of the World” Lighthouse. From here you will return to the city. Transfers hotel – pier – hotel NOT included.
This tour starts at the Touristic Pier, sailing across Ushuaia Bay and on to the Beagle Channel. The first stop will be at the Birds Island with its numerous specimens of birds: cormorants, skuas, seagulls, to mention just a few and next, the boat will get closer to the Sea Lions Island where colonies of southern sea lions and southern fur seals constitute the "star attraction” . Further on you will reach one of the best known pictures of Ushuaia: "Les Eclaireurs” Lighthouse, often wrongly called "End of the World” Lighthouse. From here you will return to the city. Transfers hotel – pier – hotel NOT included.
Day 5 / USHUAIA-EL CALAFATE
Breakfast at the hotel Transfer Hotel - Ushuaia Airport - Shared Service Flight Ushuaia – Calafate (USH-FTE) not included
Breakfast at the hotel Transfer Hotel - Ushuaia Airport - Shared Service Flight Ushuaia – Calafate (USH-FTE) not included
El Calafate
El Calafate is a small village located on the south shore of Lake Argentino. The name comes from a local bush and there’s a legend that says that if you try its fruit, you will come back and visit again. The village is well known as the gate to Los Glaciares National Park and the famous Perito Moreno glacier. Transfer El Calafate Aiport - Hotel - Shared Service
El Calafate is a small village located on the south shore of Lake Argentino. The name comes from a local bush and there’s a legend that says that if you try its fruit, you will come back and visit again. The village is well known as the gate to Los Glaciares National Park and the famous Perito Moreno glacier. Transfer El Calafate Aiport - Hotel - Shared Service
Optional service: Nativo Experience (3 hours) - Shared Service Dinner included
Nativo Experience is a half-day tour along the shores of Argentino Lake on 4x4 vehicles. The anthropological approach of the excursion focuses on the human presence on these lands, and helps us rediscover the history of pioneers and brave expeditionaries who ventured into the unknown. We will head east of El Calafate, bordering Argentino Lake up to the Mirador del Acantilado (Cliff´s Viewpoint) with panoramic views of the lake and the Andes. After that , we will drive down and will be introduced into the natives' world with a visit to an archeological site that protects cave paintings. At this point, we´ll be invited to interpret the marks left on the rocks by the first peoples of this region. Dinner arranged at another cave will put an end to this trip to those ancient times
Nativo Experience is a half-day tour along the shores of Argentino Lake on 4x4 vehicles. The anthropological approach of the excursion focuses on the human presence on these lands, and helps us rediscover the history of pioneers and brave expeditionaries who ventured into the unknown. We will head east of El Calafate, bordering Argentino Lake up to the Mirador del Acantilado (Cliff´s Viewpoint) with panoramic views of the lake and the Andes. After that , we will drive down and will be introduced into the natives' world with a visit to an archeological site that protects cave paintings. At this point, we´ll be invited to interpret the marks left on the rocks by the first peoples of this region. Dinner arranged at another cave will put an end to this trip to those ancient times
Overnight: Hotel Kosten Aike (3 Nights) Standard Room with Breakfast included
Day 6 / EL CALAFATE
Breakfast at the hotel FD Perito Moreno Glacier (8 hours) - Shared Service English speaking guide - Entrance fee included
The spectacular Perito Moreno is definitely one of the highlights in South Patagonia. It is located 80 km away from El Calafate. During the drive to the park, the guide will explain all about this famous glacier. You will see the dramatic change in landscape from the steppe in the first 50 km to the colorful Patagonian Andes forest as you get closer to the park. Once inside the park, a 5-km circuit of walkways with strategic viewpoints grant amazing panoramic sights of this natural wonder. There will be enough time to walk around and enjoy the breathtaking views.
Breakfast at the hotel FD Perito Moreno Glacier (8 hours) - Shared Service English speaking guide - Entrance fee included
The spectacular Perito Moreno is definitely one of the highlights in South Patagonia. It is located 80 km away from El Calafate. During the drive to the park, the guide will explain all about this famous glacier. You will see the dramatic change in landscape from the steppe in the first 50 km to the colorful Patagonian Andes forest as you get closer to the park. Once inside the park, a 5-km circuit of walkways with strategic viewpoints grant amazing panoramic sights of this natural wonder. There will be enough time to walk around and enjoy the breathtaking views.
Optional service: HD Nautical Safari (1 hour) - Shared Service
This 1-hour navigation offers the possibility of seeing the spectacular ice walls of the Perito Moreno Glacier and its continuous and thunderous collapses over the Lago Rico.
This 1-hour navigation offers the possibility of seeing the spectacular ice walls of the Perito Moreno Glacier and its continuous and thunderous collapses over the Lago Rico.
Day 7 / EL CALAFATE
Breakfast at the hotel Day at leisure to enjoy the city on own or via Optional activities: Optional service: FD All Glaciers Boat tour (7 hours) - Shared Service Includes transfer to the port
The excursion starts at 9:00 at Punta Bandera embarkation site, some 40 km away from El Calafate. We will sail along the Brazo Norte (North Branch) of Lake Argentino and after going through the Boca del Diablo (Devil´s Mouth) the boat will head to Upsala Canal navigating among the icebergs that break off the glacier front wall. After going through the Spegazzini Canal, and with a first view of Seco Glacier, the trip goes on until stopping in front of Spegazzini Glacier. Heim Sur and Peineta Glaciers can also be seen at this point. We will disembark at Spegazzini Base for a short walk along a 300-meter-long path with breathtaking views of the Glaciers Bay. Lunch can be taken at the refuge there. We will be back at Punta Bandera by 16.00.
Breakfast at the hotel Day at leisure to enjoy the city on own or via Optional activities: Optional service: FD All Glaciers Boat tour (7 hours) - Shared Service Includes transfer to the port
The excursion starts at 9:00 at Punta Bandera embarkation site, some 40 km away from El Calafate. We will sail along the Brazo Norte (North Branch) of Lake Argentino and after going through the Boca del Diablo (Devil´s Mouth) the boat will head to Upsala Canal navigating among the icebergs that break off the glacier front wall. After going through the Spegazzini Canal, and with a first view of Seco Glacier, the trip goes on until stopping in front of Spegazzini Glacier. Heim Sur and Peineta Glaciers can also be seen at this point. We will disembark at Spegazzini Base for a short walk along a 300-meter-long path with breathtaking views of the Glaciers Bay. Lunch can be taken at the refuge there. We will be back at Punta Bandera by 16.00.
Day 8 / EL CALAFATE-PUERTO IGUAZU
Breakfast at the hotel Transfer Hotel - El Calafate Airport - Shared Service Flights Calafate – Buenos Aires – Puerto Iguazu (FTE-AEP//AEP-IGR) not included
Breakfast at the hotel Transfer Hotel - El Calafate Airport - Shared Service Flights Calafate – Buenos Aires – Puerto Iguazu (FTE-AEP//AEP-IGR) not included
Puerto Iguazú
This city is located in the north-eastern tip of Argentina, near the border with Brazil and Paraguay. It is considered a natural paradise with incredible landscapes thanks to the imposing Iguazú waterfalls, only 17 km away from the city center. A varied offer of natural attractions combine here with interesting cultural and historical places to provide a memorable, enjoyable visit. Transfer Puerto Iguazú Airport (IGR) - Hotel IGR - Shared Service Overnight: Amérian Portal del Iguazú Hotel (2 Nights) Standard Garden view Room with Breakfast included
This city is located in the north-eastern tip of Argentina, near the border with Brazil and Paraguay. It is considered a natural paradise with incredible landscapes thanks to the imposing Iguazú waterfalls, only 17 km away from the city center. A varied offer of natural attractions combine here with interesting cultural and historical places to provide a memorable, enjoyable visit. Transfer Puerto Iguazú Airport (IGR) - Hotel IGR - Shared Service Overnight: Amérian Portal del Iguazú Hotel (2 Nights) Standard Garden view Room with Breakfast included
Day 9 / PUERTO IGUAZU
Breakfast at the hotel FD Argentinian Falls (8 hours) - Shared Service From hotels located in Puerto Iguazu
The Iguazú Falls are an array of more than 250 waterfalls located on the Iguazú River, in the border of Argentina and Brazil. The Argentinian falls are located in the Iguazú National Park and marvel with exuberant vegetation and untouched nature. They were declared World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 1984 and also recently one of the New Seven Wonders of Nature. The tour begins with a 20-minute ride in the ecological train that takes us to Garganta del Diablo ("Devil’s throat”) station. From there there’s a trail that leads to the famous and imposing Devil’s Throat, a group of falls of approximately 80 meters high disposed like a horseshoe. It is simply stunning and astonishing! The excursion continues with a visit of the Upper and Lower circuits that are circular trails connected one to the other. The Upper one offers panoramic views over the top of the falls, with balconies overlooking Dos Hermanas, Ramírez, Bosetti and San Martín falls among others. The other one connects to the lower part of the same waterfalls where lagoons are formed.
Breakfast at the hotel FD Argentinian Falls (8 hours) - Shared Service From hotels located in Puerto Iguazu
The Iguazú Falls are an array of more than 250 waterfalls located on the Iguazú River, in the border of Argentina and Brazil. The Argentinian falls are located in the Iguazú National Park and marvel with exuberant vegetation and untouched nature. They were declared World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 1984 and also recently one of the New Seven Wonders of Nature. The tour begins with a 20-minute ride in the ecological train that takes us to Garganta del Diablo ("Devil’s throat”) station. From there there’s a trail that leads to the famous and imposing Devil’s Throat, a group of falls of approximately 80 meters high disposed like a horseshoe. It is simply stunning and astonishing! The excursion continues with a visit of the Upper and Lower circuits that are circular trails connected one to the other. The Upper one offers panoramic views over the top of the falls, with balconies overlooking Dos Hermanas, Ramírez, Bosetti and San Martín falls among others. The other one connects to the lower part of the same waterfalls where lagoons are formed.
Day 10 / PUERTO IGUAZU-BUENOS AIRES
Breakfast at the hotel HD Brazilian Falls (5 hours) - Shared Service From hotels located in Puerto Iguazú
The Brazilian side is protected by Iguaçu National Park and if offers beautiful panomaric views of the Iguazú River canyon and the waterfalls. Once at the Park´s Visitors Center, internal shuttle buses take us to the starting point of the 1500-meter long walkway over the river gully. We will be able to stop at different viewpoints along this trail for unforgettable sights of the falls and the lush subtropical jungle until we get to the highlight of this visit: the Devil´s Throat waterfall. The stairs or the elevator at this point will take us back to the internal shuttle bus stop.
Breakfast at the hotel HD Brazilian Falls (5 hours) - Shared Service From hotels located in Puerto Iguazú
The Brazilian side is protected by Iguaçu National Park and if offers beautiful panomaric views of the Iguazú River canyon and the waterfalls. Once at the Park´s Visitors Center, internal shuttle buses take us to the starting point of the 1500-meter long walkway over the river gully. We will be able to stop at different viewpoints along this trail for unforgettable sights of the falls and the lush subtropical jungle until we get to the highlight of this visit: the Devil´s Throat waterfall. The stairs or the elevator at this point will take us back to the internal shuttle bus stop.
Transfer Hotel IGR - Puerto Iguazú Airport (IGR) - Shared Service Flight Puerto Iguazu – Buenos Aires (IGR-AEP) not included Buenos Aires Transfer J. Newbery Airport (AEP) - Hotel - Private Service Guide included Overnight: Hotel Pulitzer Buenos Aires (1 Night) Standard Room with Breakfast included
Day 11 / BUENOS AIRES
Breakfast at the hotel Transfer Hotel - Ezeiza Airport (EZE) - Private Service Guide included
Breakfast at the hotel Transfer Hotel - Ezeiza Airport (EZE) - Private Service Guide included
Details
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- Activity Duration
- 11 Days
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- City
- Buenos Aires (City)
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- Type
- Tailored Tours | Adventure
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- Host for Partner
- ILS Tours
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- Cancellation
- Up to 30 Days prior to arrival date More
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- Bookings Accepted
- 10 Day(s) Prior To Activity
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- Max Participants
- 50
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- Max Participants Per Time Slot
- 50
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- Guide Can Speak
- English & Spanish
Requirements
- Minimum 2 pax
- Ask for group quotations
Inclusions
- Overnights as mentioned in the program
- • Breakfast
- • Meals indicated in the program
- • Program as per description in airconditioned vehicle
- • Private and SIB (shared) services with English speaking local guide
- • Entrance fees for National Parks & Reserves
- • City taxes when applicable
- • Tips for porters and at restaurants in Buenos Aires
Exclusions
- Air fares
- • Drinks and meals unless mentioned in the program
- • Optional excursions
- • Personal expenses
- • Tips for local guides and driver
- • Insurances
Cancellation
- Standard Cancellation Policy for FITs
- Up to 30 days prior to arrival date: No penalties apply unless specific conditions were previously informed by our Sales & Operations Executives
- From 29 to 15 days prior to arrival date: 50% penalty unless specific conditions were previously informed by our Sales & Operations Executives
- From 14 to 0 days prior to arrival date: 100% penalty
Direction
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