Northern highlights of Argentina trip

Upon arrival at Buenos Aires International Airport, you will be welcomed by our local representative and transferred to your hotel for check-in. As part of your Argentina travel experience, you will receive a personalized itinerary with service details, contacts, and hotel information.

The rest of the evening is free to explore Buenos Aires at your own pace, enjoying a tango dinner, strolling through lively neighborhoods, or sampling local cuisine.

Enjoy a morning Buenos Aires city tour along iconic 9 de Julio Avenue, passing the Obelisk and Corrientes Street. Begin at Plaza de Mayo with visits to the Metropolitan Cathedral and the historic Cabildo. Continue to San Telmo to explore its cobbled streets and colonial architecture. Discover the colorful zinc houses and immigrant heritage of La Boca.

Stroll along Puerto Madero’s revitalized waterfront and sample local cuisine. Relax in Palermo’s expansive parks and gardens. Conclude in elegant Recoleta with a visit to the famous Recoleta Cemetery, as well as nearby cafes and boutiques.

Explore Buenos Aires along Avenida del Libertador, following the Costanera past Jorge Newbery Airport and the River Plate Stadium. View the Presidential Residence in Olivos, then continue to San Isidro to admire its 19th-century palaces and cathedral overlooking the Río de la Plata.

Travel on to the town of Tigre and board a boat at the pier to sail through the delta’s winding channels. Visit the former residence of President Sarmiento before returning to Buenos Aires.

Conclude the day with a tailor-made dinner and tango show at Café de los Angelitos, a historic 1890 venue where 21 live artists bring classical porteño music and dance to life.

After breakfast at the hotel, you will be transferred to Buenos Aires airport for your domestic flight. Upon arrival in Iguazú, you will be met by our local representative and transferred to your hotel.

Renowned as one of the best places to visit in Argentina, Iguazú offers a relaxing afternoon at leisure. You may choose to unwind at the hotel, explore nearby viewpoints, enjoy a gentle rainforest walk, or take an evening stroll to experience the local atmosphere.

Explore Iguazú Falls within Iguazú National Park, choosing from a variety of scenic circuits. The Lower Circuit offers close-up views beside the cascades, while the Upper Circuit provides panoramic vistas from above. Reach the iconic Devil’s Throat via the Ecological Jungle Train and elevated walkways.

Optional experiences include the Nautical Adventure boat ride near San Martín Island and the Three Musketeers waterfall, or the Great Adventure, combining a jungle truck transfer with a thrilling boat ride from Macuco Pier.

Today you will explore the Brazilian side of Iguazú Falls in western Paraná. From the Visitors’ Center, board a panoramic bus to reach the catwalks that follow the Iguazú River, offering sweeping views of 275 waterfalls, including Floriano, Deodoro, Benjamín Constant, and Salto Unión.

Optional activities include a scenic 10-minute helicopter flight with Helisul for breathtaking aerial views, or a visit to Parque das Aves, where you can walk through immersive aviaries featuring macaws, anacondas, pythons, marmosets, and butterflies. After your visit, you will return across the border to Argentina.

Begin the day with a relaxed morning at your hotel, enjoying a leisurely breakfast and your final moments in the region. A private transfer will take you to the airport for your flight to Salta, where the next chapter of your journey begins.

Upon arrival in Salta, the evening is at leisure. You may choose to take a gentle walk around the historic city center, relax at a café on Plaza 9 de Julio, or enjoy a light dinner featuring regional specialties.

The day begins in Purmamarca with a visit to the Hill of Seven Colors, the village church, and the local Craft Market. Continue to Tilcara to explore the ancient Pucará and the Archaeological Museum, then travel on to Huacalera to view the hill known as the Skirt of the Colla Woman. In Uquía, visit the historic church and the Indian monument by Soto Avendaño.

After lunch, admire the Painter’s Palette in Maimará and visit San Salvador de Jujuy Cathedral, known for its pulpit carved by Lola Mora. Return to Salta along the old road, passing through lush subtropical vegetation, completing a culturally rich day within your Argentina itinerary.

Depart Salta through the Lerma Valley and enter the striking Quebrada de las Conchas, where wind and water have sculpted dramatic red rock formations. Stop to walk and photograph iconic sites such as the Amphitheater, Devil’s Throat, the Toad, and the Castles, each revealing surreal natural shapes.

Continue to Cafayate to visit boutique wineries and taste the region’s signature torrontés wine. Enjoy time in the town square and among its colonial buildings, with opportunities to connect with locals for an authentic, tailor-made experience. Return to Salta along the same scenic route.

After breakfast at your hotel, you will be transferred to Salta Airport for your domestic flight to Mendoza. Depending on the flight schedule, connections may be direct or include a brief stop, allowing for a relaxed morning or extra free time upon arrival. You will be met at the airport by a local representative and transferred to your hotel.

The afternoon is at leisure to explore Mendoza’s leafy plazas, inviting patios, and vibrant culinary scene, or to arrange a tailor made winery visit in the Andean foothills.

Luján de Cuyo, celebrated as the heartland of Malbec, invites you to discover exceptional wines at renowned wineries such as Achaval Ferrer, Casarena, and Dominio del Plata.

This high-end experience features intimate tastings in small groups, guided cellar tours, and a gourmet winery lunch, offering an in-depth look at the region’s world-class winemaking.

Travel along National Route 7 from Mendoza, following the Mendoza River toward the Potrerillos Dam and the village of Uspallata. Continue past historic railway towns, the Penitentes ski area, and the natural rock bridge of Puente del Inca.

Stop at the Aconcagua viewpoint before a short walk to Los Horcones Lagoon, fed by nearby glaciers. The journey continues to Las Cuevas on the Chilean border, where, on clear days, you may climb toward the Christ the Redeemer statue.

Your private driver will collect you from your Mendoza hotel and transfer you to the airport, ensuring a relaxed and stress-free conclusion to your tailor-made journey.

As the final chapter of your Argentina trip, you will receive personalized support from your travel designer to confirm flight details and assist with any last-minute needs, leaving you with lasting memories of authentic local experiences.