Where to go in Argentina

Buenos Aires

Tango in San Telmo, the coloured houses of La Boca, the cemetery of Recoleta, the bookshops of Palermo and long dinners in parrillas. Two to three nights at the start or end of the trip, or both, since most domestic flights pass through the capital.

Iguazú Falls

The Argentine side of the falls, listed by UNESCO, is a network of walkways through the forest that ends above the Devil’s Throat. Two nights are enough, and the Brazilian side can be visited in half a day. Iguazú also combines easily with Uruguay.

Salta and the Northwest

Salta is the base for the Quebrada de Humahuaca, a valley of multicoloured mountains listed by UNESCO, the salt flats of Salinas Grandes, the vineyards of Cafayate and the adobe villages of the Puna. A road trip of four to six days, ideally with a driver.

Mendoza and the wine country

At the foot of Aconcagua, the highest peak in the Americas, Mendoza produces most of Argentina’s Malbec. Wineries with restaurants, lodges among the vines and mountain excursions make it a natural two- or three-night pause between the north and the south.

El Calafate and El Chaltén

The Perito Moreno glacier, in Los Glaciares national park, is the most accessible large glacier in the world, seen from walkways or from a boat. Three hours north, El Chaltén is the trekking capital of the country, with day hikes to the foot of Fitz Roy.

Bariloche and the Lake District

Lakes, forests and mountains around San Carlos de Bariloche, with the scenic Route of the Seven Lakes towards San Martín de los Andes. A gentler Patagonia, good for families and for crossing into Chile by boat and bus.

Península Valdés and Ushuaia

On the Atlantic coast, Península Valdés, listed by UNESCO, is one of the best places in the world to watch southern right whales, roughly from June to December, along with sea lions, elephant seals and penguins. At the southern tip, Ushuaia opens onto the Beagle Channel and Tierra del Fuego national park.

Planning your trip to Argentina

When to go to Argentina

Argentina stretches over more than 3,500 kilometres from north to south, so the seasons differ by region. Patagonia is best from October to April, with the longest days around December and January. The Northwest is drier and more comfortable from April to November. Buenos Aires and Mendoza are most pleasant in spring and autumn, with the grape harvest in March. Iguazú can be visited all year, with the highest water usually after the summer rains. Whale watching at Península Valdés runs roughly from June to December.

How long to stay

Twelve days cover Buenos Aires, Iguazú and one Patagonian base such as El Calafate. Two to three weeks allow the Northwest or Mendoza as well, or a deeper Patagonia with El Chaltén, Bariloche or Ushuaia. As in Brazil and Chile, every region means a flight, so we keep the number of stops reasonable.

Getting around Argentina

Domestic flights, most of them via Buenos Aires, connect the regions. Locally, private transfers with a driver-guide are the norm in the Northwest and Patagonia, while a rental car works well around Mendoza and Bariloche. A ferry links Buenos Aires with Colonia and Montevideo in Uruguay. Domestic flights included in a programme are always part of the AZORA price.

Budget and what a quotation covers

We do not publish indicative prices for Argentina because the range between a city and wine itinerary and a full Patagonia programme is too wide to be meaningful, and because local prices move quickly. Your quotation is calculated for your dates, group size and hotel category and covers land services only. International flights are handled separately through our flight desk.

How AZORA builds your trip to Argentina

There is no catalogue to choose from. Here is how a trip to Argentina comes together with AZORA.

1. Tell us what you have in mind

Use the form on this page or our quotation page and share your dates, the number of travellers, your budget range, your pace and the experiences you do not want to miss. Nothing is fixed at this stage.

2. We design a first itinerary

Within a few days you receive a day-by-day proposal with hotels, transfers and activities, priced for your dates and group size. Every element can be swapped, added or removed.

3. We refine until it fits, then we handle the ground

Once the programme is right, AZORA books everything, coordinates our local partners and stays reachable throughout your trip. International flights are arranged separately so you keep control over your routing.

Frequently asked questions about travelling to Argentina

When is the best time to travel to Argentina?

Patagonia from October to April, the Northwest from April to November, Buenos Aires and Mendoza in spring and autumn, Iguazú all year. Whales at Península Valdés roughly from June to December.

How many days do you need in Argentina?

Twelve days for Buenos Aires, Iguazú and one Patagonian base. Two to three weeks to add the Northwest, Mendoza or a second Patagonian region. Each region usually means a domestic flight through Buenos Aires.

Can you combine Argentina with Chile, Brazil or Uruguay?

Yes. Patagonia is shared with Chile, the Iguazú Falls with Brazil, and Uruguay is a ferry ride from Buenos Aires. Two-country itineraries are common and we design them as one seamless programme.

Is Argentina a good destination for families?

Yes. Bariloche and the Lake District, Iguazú and Península Valdés are particularly suited to children. We adapt the pace, limit long transfers and choose lodges with family rooms.

Can I pay by card in Argentina?

Cards are accepted in cities, hotels and most restaurants. In remote areas of Patagonia and the Northwest, some cash is still useful. We brief you on the practical side before departure.

Does AZORA sell ready-made circuits in Argentina?

Not yet. Every trip to Argentina is built from scratch around your dates, your budget and your interests. This is the same tailor-made approach we use in Costa Rica, Panama or India, without a predefined starting itinerary.

Are international flights included?

No. Our quotations cover land services only: accommodation, transfers, activities and, when relevant, domestic flights. International flights are arranged separately so you keep full control over your routing and departure airport.

How far in advance should I book a trip to Argentina?

Three to six months ahead is comfortable for most itineraries. For peak periods and for lodges with limited capacity, earlier is better. If your dates are closer, ask anyway: we tell you immediately what is still realistic.