Argentina

.Buenos Aires.

The capital of Argentina is one of the most colorful and exciting cities in South America. Bounded by the River Plate on the east and the "pampas" on the west, Buenos Aires is where one may enjoy sophistication and culture. There is polo, tango and a history that is reflected in the architectural styles of the French, Spanish and Italians. There is superb shopping in the arcades of the city, concerts to be enjoyed in the famous Colon Opera House and sights to be seen in the La Boca district with its tango bars, museums and galleries - this is the dynamic city of Buenos Aires!

RECOMMENDED HOTELS:

Hotel Alvear Palace

A high-end hotel, located in the chic Recoleta residential area and surrounded by the best restaurants, antique shops, fine art museums and parks. Always a favorite!

Park Hyatt

A 5-star hotel close to the famous Obelisk on Avenida 9 de Julio, the widest street in the world.

Marriott Plaza Hotel

A very distinguished and elegant hotel originally built in 1909. Its comfortable rooms offer either traditional or modern decor.

Buenos Aires 3 Days / 2 Nights Daily Departures

Day 1: Arrive Buenos Aires

Meeting upon arrival at the airport and transfer to your hotel. The balance of the day is at leisure.

Day 2: Buenos Aires

Included is a morning guided tour of Argentina’s Capital city, with visits to the major points of interest, including Avenida 9 de Julio, the Plaza de Mayo and the Italian district of La Boca.

Day 3: Depart Buenos Aires

Transfer from the hotel to the airport.

Half Day Excursions

Buenos Aires Sightseeing

The capital of Argentina is a city of wide boulevards, plazas with monuments and fountains, beautiful residential districts and lively streets that never sleep. Experience this fabulous city on a tour that visits Plaza de Mayo, a park surrounded by the government palace, old cabildo and the cathedral housing the remains of San Martin. The Regal Colon Opera House, whose acoustics are said to be the best in the world is also here. Continue along Avenida 9 de Julio, the widest street in the world, to Palermo Park with its race track and its beautiful rose gardens. See the Recoleta cemetary (the resting place of Eva Peron) and the quaint and lively Italian quarter of La Roca.

La Plata

Drive through the southern suburbs to this well planned city of spacious parks and tree lined avenues. Visit the world famous Museum of Natural History, the Gothic Cathedral, the fascinating Children’s Republic - a miniature town and Pereyra Park.

Tango Show With Dinner

This evening, enjoy a unique experience. Buenos Aires by night. Famous for the bustling nightlife, this wonderful evening will be an opportunity to see the real Argentinians having fun. Arrrangements will be made for you to be taken to Senior Tango for a typical Argentinian dinner followed by a tango show. Delight in watching this picturesque folk dance, the tango, with its enchanting Argentinian music. After dinner and the show, try dancing to the tango beat yourself.

Full Day Excursions

Historical Train (Departs Every Sunday)

Enjoy a full day excursion to pampas and Capilla de Senior (Our Lords Chapel) with its entire rural splendor on a steam train with antique wagons. See the city and countryside pass you by on this delightful trip.

Lujan Sight Seeing

Full day tour, including lunch, to the cathedral city of Lujan. This is an interesting tour giving you an insight to the history and religious background of Argentina. The town of Lujan is 40 miles west of Buenos Aires and is the home of a miraculous statue, Our Lady of Lujan. The cathedral is quite impressive and is visited by thousands of pilgrims from all parts of the world. The Town Hall is preserved in tact from colonial days and is now a fine historical museum.

Fiesta Gaucha

Since Argentina is celebrated for its legendary Gauchos, vast pampas and prize winning beef, a visit to a working estancia (ranch) is a must! Experience this intriguing aspect of Argentinian life. Your hosts at the estancia have prepared, in your honor, a typical and bountiful barbeque lunch, accompanied by favorite Gaucho songs and dances.