A Taste of Buenos Aires

Tailor made tours

SUMMARY

6 Days

Argentina

We invite you to linger longer and delve deeper with our ‘Taste of’ signature city stays. And it’s hard to find a better place to linger than Argentina’s capital! Because Buenos Aires is a city with multiple personalities, everyone is alluring. From the bohemian San Telmo to the colorful La Boca or the sophisticated streets of Recoleta. Regardless of where you find yourself, a world-class museum will not be far away. The city hosts over 130 museums, covering art, science, technology, religion, and Argentina’s turbulent political past.

There are numerous things to do in Buenos Aires. This city is perfect for walking, with an easy-to-navigate grid system and pleasant tree-lined streets. Ask our experts about various options for walking tours, focusing on the passions of this beguiling city. And walking is a strategic option because food is never far from any porteños mind! Indulge in ice cream, empanadas, and of course, Argentina’s famous steaks. Yes, Buenos Aires is the ideal place to abandon your diet and get the authentic taste of Argentina.

Furthermore, there are plenty of active options available to assuage your guilt! Cycle the streets of Palermo, kayak the Parana Delta, or take a private tango lesson. There are endless ways to customise your stay. We invite you to talk to one of our expert consultants (including a proud porteña) about the best way to savour ‘the taste of Buenos Aires.’

HIGHLIGHTS

Fall in love with Argentina’s flavours at a special, hands-on gastronomy night.
Be seduced by one of the world’s most evocative dances at an intimate tango venue.
Take a walk around the eclectic neighbourhoods of Recoleta, San Telmo, or Palermo. They all have a unique vibe and exquisite architecture.
Visit the famous Recoleta cemetery and learn about the life of Eva Peron and her role in Argentinean history.
Walk through the picturesque and colourful ‘Caminito’ in La Boca.
Celebrate the great literary Jose Luis Borges.
Learn about the life of the gaucho at a typical Estancia.
Why not hop on board a ferry and visit the Uruguayan town of Colonia del Sacramento for an afternoon?

ITINERARY

Day 1 Buenos Aires

Welcome to Buenos Aires – the Paris of the Americas! Transfer to the hotel you choose in Recoleta, Retiro, San Telmo, or Palermo. You will be taken for a Dinner & Tango Show at El Querandi this evening. This 1920s Art Deco building was a meeting point for artists, writers, and students during the 1960s and now houses one of the city’s great ‘tanguerias’. You’ll be treated to a fantastic dinner and then sit back to watch the spectacle of Argentina’s favourite dance. You will be transferred back to your hotel at the end of the show.

Day 2 Buenos Aires

Depart on a half-day tour of Buenos Aires, a city of grand architecture, beautiful parks, wide avenues, and wonderful walks. The tour takes in the most important monuments and sights of the city, including Plaza 25 de Mayo, the Government House (La Casa Rosa) and City Hall, the old neighbourhood of San Telmo, the eclectic neighbourhood of La Boca, and the portside district of Puerto Madero. The tour finishes in Recoleta, home to the famous Recoleta Cemetery, where Eva Peron is buried.
Tonight, you will have a fantastic introduction to Argentine cuisine with a hands-on cooking class and dinner experience matched with local wines.

Day 3 Buenos Aires

Indulge in a fascinating half-day tour discovering the passions of Buenos Aires. Choose from a tour celebrating literary great Jose Luis Borges and political hero Eva Peron or uncover the history of Argentine football and tango. Maybe you are a bike rider or an art lover, let us know, and we will organise the perfect tour for you!

Day 4 Buenos Aires

Enjoy a full-day tour of one of Argentina’s iconic estancias, where you’ll learn about the life of the gaucho and enjoy a traditional bbq lunch. Ask your consultant about overnight stays.

Day 5 Buenos Aires

Day at leisure; consider a ferry ride across the river to Colonia del Sacramento in Uruguay for a great day out.

Day 6 Buenos Aires

Transfer to the airport for your onward flight or extend your time in Argentina with a visit to Iguazu Falls, the colonial north-west or Patagonia to name a few.