Northern Argentina

14 days

Indicative cost incl. flights:

A typical 4* holiday costs from

£8,325 per person

(Based on two people travelling. Low season can be a lot cheaper, and peak season or 5* hotels can be substantially more expensive.)

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Buenos Aires

Iguazu Falls

Mendoza & Wine Valleys

Salta & the North-West

Day 1

Fly overnight from London to either Sao Paulo or Rio de Janeiro in Brazil to connect to Iguazu Falls, arriving at Foz do Iguacu airport (on the Brazilian side).

Day 2

Arrive in Foz do Iguacu on the Brazilian side of the Falls and explore the pathways on the Brazilian side. Then cross the border into Argentina, to arrive in Puerto Iguazu, your base for the next two nights.

Day 3

Discover Iguazu Falls from the Argentine side, and its extensive network of pathways. Explore tropical forest leading to the Devil's Throat and walk across the bridge that takes you almost to the very edge.

Day 4

Depart the falls from Puerto Iguazu in Argentina to fly directly west to Salta as the tropical forest gives way to desert scenery. Head first south to Cafayate to overnight among the vines.

Day 5

Explore the beautiful Calchaqui Valley today which produces high altitude wines. Visit a quirky wine estate and sample some fine wines with lunch. Head to the adobe village of Cachi to overnight.

Day 6

Wander around pretty Cachi and its main square before heading off through dramatic canyons and winding roads back to Salta for the next two nights. Explore Salta city centre with your guide.

Day 7

Head off into the Andes for a stunning scenic day on the road discovering the pure white salt flats at Salinas Grandes and the quaint town of Purmamarca and Seven Coloured Hill.

Day 8

Fly from Salta to Mendoza, nestled in the shadow of the Andes surrounded by lush valleys dotted with vineyards. Transfer to your hotel outside the city to enjoy the relaxed pace.

Day 9

Join a small group trip to head out to the Lujan de Cuyo area surrounding Mendoza city and visit to different and distinct boutique wineries. Enjoy lunch surrounded by vines and wine-tasting.

Day 10

Today is yours to relax and enjoy the Andean landscapes around Mendoza. Perhaps borrow a bike and cycle the quieter roads or explore the pretty city centre of Mendoza at your own pace.

Day 11

Another short flight brings you to your final stop in Buenos Aires, the elegant capital city of Argentina with its wide boulevards, leafy parks, superb shopping and chic café society.

Day 12

Take a private guided tour of the city today exploring its contrasts from modern port at Madero to leafy Parisian style boulevards in Recoleta and the colourful La Boca neighbourhood.

Day 13

Your day today is free to explore the city at your own pace. Let us know if you would like to add in any tours with one of our guides from cycling around the city to a gentle meander around the Tigre Delta.

Day 14

It's time to head home. Transfer from your hotel to the airport. Fly from Buenos Aires via direct international flight back to London, travelling overnight.

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Experience the dramatic contrasts in both climate and landscapes on this comprehensive circuit of Argentina’s northern half. This is a fantastic journey year round, including Jun-Sep when Patagonia is in winter and lodges may be closed. We love the diversity of this tour as you arrive in tropical rainforest, move across to dramatic arid desert of giant cacti and rock formations and then to lush vineyards and Andean peaks before a final stop in the chic capital.

Arrive in Iguazu Falls to marvel at the 275 separate falls that make up this incredible display on the border with Brazil and Paraguay, also home to exotic birds and mammals. Travel west to a region of dramatic canyons, salt flats and traditional Andean adobe villages as you explore around Salta and beyond. Continue this great trip with a stay among the vines just outside Mendoza, in the foothills of the Andes before a day or two exploring Buenos Aires. Take in the norteño culture from native wildlife and delicious wine-tastings to striking landscapes.

1 night on plane – 2 nights Iguazu Falls – 4 nights Salta & North-West – 3 nights Mendoza – 3 nights Buenos Aires – 1 night on plane