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Argentina Uncovered: Tango, Vineyards & Glaciers

Argentina is a country of grand gestures and intimate moments - where European elegance meets Latin passion, where subtropical jungle gives way to high-altitude vineyards, and where ancient glaciers creak and fracture under vast Patagonian skies. This journey invites you to experience the country not as a checklist of sights, but as a series of deeply felt encounters.

Tour Summary:
Days 1 - 3: Buenos Aires
Days 4 - 6: El Calafate
Days 7 - 9: Mendoza
Days 10 - 12: Iguazu Falls
Day 13: Buenos Aires

Highlights

  • Stand at the edge of the mighty Iguazú Falls and feel their raw power from both the Argentine and Brazilian sides
  • Walk on the surface of the Perito Moreno Glacier, exploring its vivid blue crevasses and ice formations in the heart of Patagonia
  • Discover the soul of Buenos Aires through tango, street food and vibrant neighbourhoods
  • Indulge in Mendoza’s renowned wine region with vineyard visits, tastings and lunch set against the Andes
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You will wander through Buenos Aires with a local insider, uncovering its political history, artistic barrios and café culture before stepping into the candlelit world of tango. In Patagonia, you will watch icebergs drift across glacial lakes and travel into wild, windswept landscapes where silence stretches to the horizon. You will taste Argentina through its street food and sip Malbec at its source beneath the Andes. In Iguazú, you will stand at the edge of thundering waterfalls surrounded by rainforest alive with butterflies and birdsong.

Carefully curated and rich in contrast, this is an experiential holiday designed to immerse you in Argentina’s rhythm, flavours and scenery. With time at leisure woven throughout, you can pause, absorb and truly connect with each destination.

This is a private itinerary but on some experiences throughout the tour you may join a small group.
Accommodation will be reserved at time of booking. Depending on availability there may be changes to similar accommodation.

*From price based on travel for 2 people.

 

Arrival in Buenos Aires

Upon arrival, you will be welcomed and transferred into the leafy Palermo district — one of Buenos Aires’ most creative and relaxed neighbourhoods. Wide jacaranda-lined streets, independent boutiques and pavement cafés create an effortless first impression.

The afternoon is yours to settle in and explore at your own pace.

You might stroll through Palermo Soho’s design shops, linger over a glass of Malbec, or simply unwind in preparation for the adventure ahead.

Hotel: Palo Santo Hotel (or similar)
Meals: None

Buenos Aires: Culture & Tango

This morning, you will discover why Buenos Aires is often called the “Paris of South America”.

Your guide will provide the perfect introduction to four of the city’s most distinctive districts, offering a fascinating insight into its history, contrasts and culture. You will experience the highlights of Buenos Aires, including political centers, artist meccas and barrios rich in European architecture.

You will become acquainted with the foundation site of the capital at Plaza de Mayo, undisputedly Buenos Aires’ political heart.

Next, delve into one of the oldest districts, Parque Lezama and La Boca in the south, where artists’ ateliers and brightly coloured houses jostle for space; before moving on to Plaza San Martin and Retiro. Here, notice the transformation of Buenos Aires’ architecture from the rambling style of the south of the city to the European-influenced residential quarters of the 19th century.

Finally, you will come face to face with the sophisticated neighbourhood of Recoleta, whose buildings and avenues were inspired by the French. A visit to the world-famous Recoleta Cemetery where Evita Peron is buried is included.

This evening experience Tango the local way, there are many milongas (places where local “porteños” dance tango), scattered throughout the different neighbourhoods, a different milonga opens every night of the week. Old lounges, cafes or neighbourhood clubs host a milonga every night where everyone can walk the runway turning counter clockwise.

Your guide will meet you at your hotel and travel with you to one Milonga. Later this evening try out your dancing technique at a traditional Milonga (Tango bar), in a fun and laid back environment.

Once on the dance floor, the couples dance in a counter clockwise direction and never pass the couple in front (it is not a race). That is called social sense. There are even several lanes/circles to make better use of the space. You should never pass someone else in the middle of the dance. Beginner dancers often dance in the inner circles so as not to disturb the circulation of those who dance better (or think they do).

Hotel: Palo Santo Hotel (or similar)
Meals: Breakfast

Street Food & Local Flavours

Today you will explore Buenos Aires through its flavours. In atmospheric San Telmo, your guide will introduce you to the street food that defines everyday Argentine life.

You will bite into freshly baked empanadas, taste the smoky simplicity of choripán straight from the grill, and sample Argentina’s distinctive take on pizza — thick, indulgent and unapologetically generous with cheese. The experience ends on a sweet note with artisan gelato, a legacy of Italian immigration that still shapes the city’s culinary identity.

The afternoon and evening are yours to enjoy at leisure. You may browse antique markets, return to a favourite neighbourhood, or enjoy a final evening soaking up the city’s infectious energy.

Hotel: Palo Santo Hotel (or similar)
Meals: Breakfast and Lunch

Journey to El Calafate

Today you will be transferred to Buenos Aires airport for your flight to El Calafate*.

On arrival, you will be met and transferred to your Patagonian estancia-style hotel.

The remainder of the day is at leisure.

Hotel: Kau Yatún Hotel (or similar)
Meals: Breakfast

*Flight not included

Perito Moreno Glacier Walk

Early this morning you will be collected from your hotel and enjoy a scenic drive toward Los Glaciares National Park.

Once at “Bajo de las Sombras” Port, you will board a boat to cross Lake Rico, after 10 minutes you will reach the impressive southern wall of the Perito Moreno Glacier.

Upon disembarking at Bahía Puma, just 500 meters from the glacier, you will be welcomed by your expert mountain guides. From there, the tour begins with an approximately one-hour hike along the lake’s shore and then up the moraine beside the ice (a terrain of rocks and loose soil).

When reaching the edge of the glacier, with its stunning blue hues, you will meet your glacier guide to explore this frozen paradise, declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1981 for about an hour.

During the hike, you’ll be able to admire the typical and ever-changing glacier formations such as deep crevasses, blue sinkholes, massive seracs, and turquoise lagoons.

At the end of the ice trek, you will visit the base of the waterfall before returning along the lateral moraine to reach Bahía Puma once again. From there, you’ll board the boat back to Bajo de las Sombras Port, keeping an eye on the glacier’s wall in case it surprises you with a thunderous ice calving.

Hotel: Kau Yatún Hotel (or similar)
Meals: Breakfast

Patagonian Safari

Today you will venture off-road into Patagonia’s remote steppe landscape. Travelling by 4×4, you will reach panoramic viewpoints overlooking vast plains stretching towards Chile. Fossilised oyster beds and ancient Tehuelche burial sites reveal layers of natural and human history.

Wildlife sightings may include guanaco, foxes and soaring condors. The sense of scale and silence is profound.

At a traditional estancia, you will enjoy a rustic Patagonian meal before returning to El Calafate.

The remainder of the evening is at leisure.

Hotel: Kau Yatún Hotel (or similar)
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch or Dinner

Journey to Mendoza

Today you will be transferred to the airport for your flight to Mendoza*.

Upon arrival, you will be met and transferred to your boutique wine lodge in Chacras de Coria.

The remainder of the day is at leisure to enjoy the gardens, pool or nearby village atmosphere.

Hotel: Lares de Chacras (or similar)
Meals: Breakfast

*Flight not included

Wine Immersion in Luján de Cuyo

Today is a celebration of Mendoza’s world-class wines.

In Luján de Cuyo, you will visit three carefully selected wineries, each offering a distinctive philosophy and style.

You will explore vineyards set against the Andes, learn how altitude and soil shape Malbec’s character, and enjoy guided tastings that reveal subtle differences between terroirs.

At Finca Decero, a refined five-course lunch is paired with estate wines — a leisurely, sensory experience combining gastronomy and landscape.

Return late-afternoon with the evening at leisure.

Hotel: Lares de Chacras (or similar)
Meals: Breakfast and Lunch

The High Andes & Aconcagua

Today you will leaving Mendoza behind, you will journey west towards the Andes, following the Mendoza River as vineyards gradually give way to dramatic mountain scenery. The road climbs steadily, revealing snow-capped peaks and vast open landscapes.

At Puente del Inca, you will witness a surreal natural rock bridge stained in mineral hues. Continuing into Aconcagua National Park, you will walk to Laguna de los Horcones, where the legendary peak of Aconcagua — the highest mountain outside Asia — rises majestically above the valley. The scale is humbling, the air crisp and the scenery unforgettable.

After lunch at a local restaurant, you will return to Mendoza with the Andes etched into memory.

Hotel: Lares de Chacras (or similar)
Meals: Breakfast and Lunch

Journey to Iguazú Falls

You will transfer to Mendoza airport for your flight to Puerto Iguazú*.

Upon arrival, the landscape transforms — dense rainforest, red earth and warm tropical air signal a dramatic change of scenery.

You will be met and transferred to your hotel.

Your hotel is nestled within the jungle canopy, offering an immersive natural setting. The remainder of the day is at leisure. Relax by the pool surrounded by birdsong, walk the forest trails or simply enjoy the anticipation of tomorrow’s encounter with one of the natural world’s greatest spectacles.

Hotel: Loi Suites Iguazú Hotel (or similar)
Meals: Breakfast

*Flight not included

Iguazú Falls: The Argentine Side & Boat Experience

Today you will step into Iguazú National Park with your private guide, where walkways weave through rainforest and along the edge of vast cascading waters. Butterflies drift through humid air as the distant roar of the falls grows louder with every step.

You will explore both the Upper and Lower circuits, offering dramatically different perspectives. From above, you will watch sheets of water spill over jungle-fringed cliffs. From below, you will feel the raw power of the falls as spray rises into the air and rainbows form in the mist.

The highlight is Devil’s Throat – this can be reached by either walking or via Iguazu’s Ecological Train, specifically designed for the national park, with open-sided cars that allow full appreciation of the breath-taking scenery and diverse flora and fauna.

This afternoon experience the full force of the falls with a thrilling exploration of the Lower Iguazú River and Central Falls. Taking a powerful zodiac boat, you will approach the Tres Mosqueteros Falls and the dramatic Devil’s Throat. These ‘up close and personal’ boat rides are the only true way to feel first-hand the immensity of this natural phenomenon.

The tour begins with an adventurous 8km drive aboard an open-top 4×4 vehicle into the jungle, a great way to admire the flora and fauna of the rainforest before reaching the river, and the Falls.

You will make your way to Macuco pier, where you will embark on a motor boat to navigate the 6 km of Lower Iguazú River, and 2 km of rapids until we reach Iguazú. First, you visit San Martin Island, before sailing to Los Tres Mosqueteros (The Three Musketeers) Falls and then the highlight of any navigation around Iguazú, the awesome Devil’s Throat.

The zodiac will get as close as possible to the foot of the main drop, allowing you to immerse in the ferocious power created by the feeding streams, culminating in the Central Falls.

Be prepared to get thoroughly wet during this adrenaline-packed adventure.

Once nicely soaked and fully in awe, we go on to descend the rapids and return to the shores.

Return late afternoon, with the evening at leisure.

Hotel: Loi Suites Iguazú Hotel (or similar)
Meals: Breakfast

Iguazú Falls Tour: Brazil Side

420,000 acres of The Iguazu National Park lie in Brazil (making it the largest in the south of the country), with 136,000 acres spilling into Argentina. The subtropical rainforests which cover the landscape are the home of over 1,100 species of birds, countless native insects, large and small mammals, including; deer, otters, ocelots, capybaras and so on.

You will be met at your hotel and transferred to the Brazilian National Park over the border. From the Brazilian side, the spectacular Devil’s Throat is the main highlight and is clearly visible. Fourteen mighty Falls dropping 350 feet with a force strong enough to create a never-ending spray cloud 100 feet tall. Look out for giant rainbows throughout the day depending on sunlight levels!

For a closer view of the central falls, take a relaxed walk through the subtropical forest of Iguaçu Park, to the base of Salto Floriano. From here, an elevator allows a speedy ascent to the top.

There is also an option to walk out over a section of the falls at Salto Union on a suspended platform; certainly not for the faint-hearted!

This afternoon once you have been transferred back to your hotel enjoy the remainder of your day at leisure.

Hotel: Loi Suites Iguazú Hotel (or similar)
Meals: Breakfast

Return to Buenos Aires

Today will be transferred to the airport for your flight back to Buenos Aires*.

Upon arrival, you will be met and transferred to your hotel.

The rest of the day is at leisure — perfect for last-minute shopping or a final Argentine steak dinner.

Hotel: Palo Santo Hotel (or similar)
Meals: Breakfast

*Flight not included

Departure

Today will be transferred to Buenos Aires airport for your return flight home.

Meals: Breakfast

What's included

Included

  • Private land transfers throughout the itinerary
  • 13 nights accommodation - BB*
  • 4 nights Buenos Aires (nights 1 - 3 & 13)
  • Shared: Tango Experience (with private guide)
  • Private: Street food tour in Buenos Aires
  • Private: Half-day Buenos Aires city tour
  • 3 nights El Calafate
  • Shared: Full Day Los Glaciares National Park with Perito Moreno Glacier Walk
  • Shared: Patagonian 4x4 Safari Experience
  • 3 nights Mendoza
  • Private: Full-day Wine experience (3 wineries & lunch)
  • Private: Full-day High Andes excursion
  • 3 nights Iguazú Falls
  • Private: Full-day Iguazú Falls (Argentina side) & shared Iguazú Falls zodiac boat experience
  • Private: Half day Iguazú Falls tour Brazil side
  • *BB - Breakfast included

Accommodation

Buenos Aires: Palo Santo Hotel (or similar)

The property is located in the trendy Palermo district, only 200 metres from Santa Fe Avenue, surrounded by bars and restaurants.

The property features an outdoor hot tub and a garden.

The rooms have one king bed which can be converted into two single beds, the bathroom has a large walk-in shower and bathrobes are provided.

The restaurant cares about sustainability from the very first bite of your day. Our buffet features local, seasonal and sustainable ingredients, served in our dining room with garden views. Includes vegetarian and vegan options.

El Calafate: Kau Yatun Hotel (or similar)

Kau Yatún Hotel is situated amongst aspen and pine trees, this unique location is within reach of Glacier National Park makes this charming hotel suitable for a wide range of activities.

Buffet breakfast and regional cuisine is served at the on site restaurant.

The onsite bar has a lounge with a fireplace and large windows.

The property is within walking distance of El Calafate town centre

Mendoza: Lares de Chacras (or similar)

Lares de Chacras is a family-run boutique hotel with a local authentic experience, located in the heart of Chacras de Coria, Mendoza just a few kilometres from a number of Mendoza wineries.

The property has an outdoor pool and a lush garden.

The Chacras serves a delicious buffet breakfast prepared with local ingredients.

Refreshing drinks and light snacks can also be enjoyed at the bar.

Iguazu Falls: Loi Suites Iguazu Hotel (or similar)

In the subtropical forest, just a 15-minute drive from Iguazu Falls, this luxury hotel features a spa, sauna room, an outdoor pool with a deck area and suspended bridges.

Naipi Restaurant offers local gourmet cuisine and views of the subtropical forest.

Tiki Bar has light lunches with regional flavors.

Both Tiki Bar and Yvaga Bar offer a wide variety of options during the day in front of the pools. Snacks, drinks, natural juices and light meals are offered among other options.

Your local host

Hebe

We live, breathe and love all things Argentina. Natural passion, first-hand understanding of the country’s iconic sights and hidden treasures, plus a genuine connection with the people, landscapes and wildlife – from Salta in the north to Patagonia in the south – all combine to ensure that your luxury trip to Argentina is like no one else’s.

We live, breathe and love all things Argentina. Natural passion, first-hand understanding of the country’s iconic sights and hidden treasures, plus a genuine connection with the people, landscapes and wildlife – from Salta in the north to Patagonia in the south – all combine to ensure that your luxury trip to Argentina is like no one else’s.

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Location

FAQs

How do I get from Iguazu falls, Argentina side to Iguazu falls, Brazil side?

The falls are separated by the Iguazú River, and there is no pedestrian bridge or trail connecting them so you must drive. For your full day tour to the Brazilian side transfers are included.

To cross, you must go through border control (so remember to take your passport) at the Tancredo Neves International Bridge, which connects Puerto Iguazú (Argentina) with Foz do Iguaçu (Brazil).

Which days are domestic flights required?

The following domestic flights are required for this itinerary, these are not included unless Not in the Guidebooks arranges your international flights:

Day 4: Buenos Aires (EZE) to El Calafate (FTE)
Day 7: El Calafate (FTE) to Mendoza (MDZ)
Day 10: Mendoza (MDZ) to Puerto Iguazu (IGR)
Day 13: Puerto Iguazu (IGR) to Buenos Aires (EZE)

Baggage allowance for domestic flights is 15kg / 33lbs for Aerolineas Argentinas, and 23kg/50lbs for Latam. Hand baggage allowed for both companies is 8 kg / 17.5 lbs per person. Any luggage heavier than these limits will be considered as an additional 15 / 23 kg bag, and will be charged an additional cost.

What will the weather be like?

Buenos Aires:
Buenos Aires has a temperate climate with warm, humid summers and mild winters. The city’s leafy boulevards and café culture can be enjoyed year-round, with spring and autumn offering particularly pleasant conditions for exploring on foot.

Spring (Sept–Nov): Average daytime temp: 18–26°C / Average overnight temp: 10–16°C
Summer (Dec–Feb): Average daytime temp: 28–32°C / Average overnight temp: 18–22°C (humid)
Fall (Mar–May): Average daytime temp: 20–27°C / Average overnight temp: 12–17°C

Iguazú Falls:
Iguazú Falls sits within a lush subtropical rainforest, bringing warm temperatures, high humidity and frequent rainfall throughout the year. The falls are at their most powerful after periods of rain, and the surrounding jungle remains vibrant and alive in every season.

Spring (Sept–Nov): Average daytime temp: 24–30°C / Average overnight temp: 14–18°C
Summer (Dec–Feb): Average daytime temp: 30–34°C / Average overnight temp: 20–24°C (hot, humid with tropical showers)
Fall (Mar–May): Average daytime temp: 22–28°C / Average overnight temp: 14–18°C

Mendoza:
Mendoza enjoys a dry, sunny climate at the foothills of the Andes, ideal for wine production. Days are typically warm with low humidity, while evenings can cool down quickly, especially in spring and autumn.

Spring (Sept–Nov): Average daytime temp: 18–26°C / Average overnight temp: 8–13°C
Summer (Dec–Feb): Average daytime temp: 30–34°C / Average overnight temp: 16–20°C
Fall (Mar–May): Average daytime temp: 20–28°C / Average overnight temp: 10–15°C

El Calafate (Patagonia):
Patagonia’s climate is cool, dry and famously unpredictable, with strong winds and rapidly changing conditions. Even in summer, temperatures remain fresh, and the dramatic light and vast landscapes make it a striking destination during the warmer months.

Spring (Sept–Nov): Average daytime temp: 8–16°C / Average overnight temp: 0–5°C
Summer (Dec–Feb): Average daytime temp: 12–20°C / Average overnight temp: 5–8°C
Fall (Mar–May): Average daytime temp: 5–14°C / Average overnight temp: -2–3°C

Argentina is a year-round destination, but:
October to April is ideal for Patagonia
Iguazú Falls is best visited year-round, with higher water levels after rain
Mendoza is excellent year-round, with harvest season (March–April) a particular highlight

What should I bring?

During your time in Argentina you will travel across a diverse range of landscapes, from vibrant cities and subtropical rainforest to high-altitude vineyards and the vast, windswept plains of Patagonia, so here is a list of recommended items to bring:

Clothing/shoes:
Jacket
Waterproof / windbreaker jacket
Warm layers (first and second layer)
Lightweight clothing for warmer regions
Shorts / lightweight trousers
Hiking shoes or sturdy walking shoes
Comfortable shoes for city exploration
Hat (sun and warmer hat for Patagonia)
Gloves (for cooler regions such as Patagonia)

Additional items:
Sunglasses
Backpack (for day trips and excursions)
Carry bag
Binoculars (great for wildlife in Patagonia and Iguazú)
Reusable water bottle
Camera
Walking sticks, if required
Factor 30+ sun cream
Insect repellent (especially for Iguazú Falls)
Swimsuit
Sandals or flip flops

Additional information regarding the activities and fitness levels

Within this itinerary there are a mixture of private and shared experiences.

All private hikes and walks will be tailored to your needs and options will be discussed locally.

If you wish to change any of the activities to suit your interest and needs - please contact us on hello@nitgb.com and we will be happy to help.

All activities are subject to weather conditions and availability and properties may remove and amend activities accordingly without notice.

A moderate to good level of fitness is recommended but on the private experience's this can be tailored to suit your fitness levels.

Please note:
The Perito Moreno Glacier Walk activity for safety reasons this experience is only available for people aged between 8 and 65 years old.
The maximum group size is 20 people.
Duration: 10 hours / 4 hours of trekking (which includes 1 hour of walking on the ice)
Participants must be in good physical condition, be able to walk steadily for at least 4 hours, part of which takes place on the ice using crampons (helmets are provided).

The zodiac boat experience at Iguazú Falls children under 12 years old are not allowed to attend. It is also restricted for pregnant women, persons with osteoporosis, neck/back conditions or surgery, persons with COPD, any person with any physical, cognitive and/or sensorial disability, unable to react in a nautical emergency in rapids of the lower Iguazu River.

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