11 Days • 10 Nights
Luxury Argentina: Buenos Aires, Wine & Patagonia
Tour Includes
About the Trip
Trip Highlights
- A landmark five-star Buenos Aires hotel
- Private tango and city touring
- A design vineyard lodge in Mendoza
- Private Malbec tastings and a spa
- An exclusive Patagonian estancia or lodge
- Private glacier excursions and gourmet dining
Day by Day
A detailed day-by-day plan for this 11-day journey.
Met at the airport and transferred by private car to a landmark five-star hotel. Settle into your suite and enjoy a gourmet welcome dinner of steak and fine Malbec.
A private tour of the city with an expert guide, and an exclusive evening of tango with a private dinner at a celebrated venue.
A day to indulge, private shopping, an art tour, a polo experience, or the spa and restaurants of your hotel.
A flight west to a design vineyard lodge in Mendoza, with private cellar-door tastings and a sunset over the Andes.
A private day touring the finest bodegas of Lujan de Cuyo and the Uco Valley, with exclusive tastings hosted by winemakers and a gourmet vineyard lunch.
A day to relax at your lodge, a spa, a private cooking class, a horseback ride among the vines, or an Andean excursion.
A flight south to Patagonia and an exclusive estancia or lodge near the glaciers, with gourmet Patagonian cuisine and wild grandeur all around.
A private excursion to the immense Perito Moreno Glacier, with a private boat cruise among the ice and a gourmet lakeside experience.
A day of private guided adventure, an iceberg cruise, a horseback ride with gauchos, or a glacier trek, tailored to you, returning to fine dining at your lodge.
A free day to savour Patagonia in luxury, a spa, a private walk, or simply the lake and mountain views, with a gourmet farewell dinner.
After breakfast you are transferred to El Calafate airport for your onward international departure.
Where You Will Travel
What's inside the package?
Inclusions
- 10 nights accommodation
- Daily breakfast, gourmet dining as specified, a welcome dinner, a private tango dinner and a vineyard lunch
- Airport and internal transfers
- Touring, sightseeing and activities as per itinerary with expert English-speaking guides
- Domestic flights as specified
- National park and attraction entry fees as per itinerary
- private city and wine touring, a private Perito Moreno excursion, a private boat cruise and domestic flights
Exclusions
- International airfare
- Visa or tourist card fees where applicable
- Travel insurance (strongly recommended)
- Premium wines and spa treatments beyond those included
- Optional private charters and experiences
- Meals not mentioned in the itinerary or inclusions
- Drinks unless specifically stated
- Optional excursions and experiences
- Personal expenses and gratuities
- Anything not specifically mentioned under Package Inclusions
Know when to go.
- Visa & entry: Many nationalities, including UK, US, EU, Canadian and Australian passport holders, do not need a visa for tourism and receive up to 90 days on arrival; a passport valid for at least six months is required. We confirm details for your nationality
- Currency: The currency is the Argentine Peso, whose value fluctuates; US Dollars in cash can be useful and cards are widely accepted in cities. We brief you on the current money situation, as exchange rules and rates change frequently
- Vast distances: Argentina is the world's eighth-largest country, so itineraries rely on domestic flights between regions such as Buenos Aires, Iguazu, Patagonia and the northwest; these are arranged and included where specified
- Seasons reversed: Argentina is in the southern hemisphere, so summer (December to February) is warm, ideal for Patagonia and the Lake District, while winter (June to August) suits the northwest, the wine country and city breaks
- Patagonia weather: Patagonia is famously windy and changeable even in summer, so pack warm, waterproof layers, a hat and sturdy footwear; the best season for trekking and glaciers is roughly October to April
- Altitude: The northwest around Salta and the high Andes reach significant altitude, so allow time to acclimatise, stay hydrated and take it easy on arrival at height
- Getting around & tipping: Cities are walkable with taxis and rideshares; tipping around ten percent is customary in restaurants and appreciated by guides and drivers. Spanish is the language, though English is common in tourism
- Health & power: No vaccinations are required for most travellers, though we recommend checking current advice for the subtropical north; drink bottled water outside cities. Power is 220V with type C and I plugs, so bring an adapter
Frequently Asked Questions
What hotels will we stay in?
You stay in Argentina's finest properties, a landmark five-star hotel in Buenos Aires, a design vineyard lodge in Mendoza and an exclusive estancia or lodge in Patagonia. Exact properties are tailored to your dates and confirmed on booking.
Is everything private?
Yes — this is a fully private, tailor-made journey with private guides, transfers, exclusive tastings and a private glacier cruise, and every detail from fine dining to spa days arranged around you in supreme comfort.
What meals are included?
Daily breakfast is included throughout, along with any meals named in the itinerary such as a welcome dinner, a wine-country lunch or an asado barbecue. Argentina's food, especially its beef and wine, is a highlight, so most other meals are left free with our recommendations.
Are domestic flights included?
Yes — the domestic flights between regions specified in your itinerary, such as Buenos Aires to Iguazu or Patagonia, are arranged and included, along with all airport and hotel transfers, so your journey is seamless.
Do I need a visa for Argentina?
Most nationalities do not need a visa for tourism and receive up to 90 days on arrival with a passport valid for at least six months. We confirm the requirement for your nationality when you book.
When is the best time to visit Argentina?
It depends on the regions, summer (December to February) is best for Patagonia and the Lake District, while the northwest, wine country and Buenos Aires are lovely in spring and autumn. We advise on the best timing for your route.
How much travelling is involved?
Argentina is vast, so itineraries use domestic flights for the long hops between Buenos Aires, Iguazu, Patagonia and the northwest, with touring by comfortable vehicle within each region. Everything is arranged and built in.
Can the itinerary be customised?
Absolutely. We can adjust the balance of city, wine, falls and Patagonia, add regions like the northwest or the Lake District, change the pace and tailor hotels to your interests and budget.
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