What Makes it Special?
- Experience the passion of Argentine tango at a top Buenos Aires show.
- Spot condors soaring over the rugged landscapes of Patagonia.
- Explore the walkways and cruise past the towering Perito Moreno Glacier.
- Take in sweeping views over Lake Nahuel Huapi from Bariloche.
- Visit Estancia Cristina and see the vast Upsala Glacier up close.
- Ride a cable car to Cerro Campanario for jaw-dropping lake views.
Your tailor-made holiday will be as unique as you are. These itineraries are just a starting point – a bit of inspiration to show what’s possible. Your own trip all starts with a conversation with our Argentina experts, who’ll take the time to understand what matters most to you and design the perfect Argentina holiday to match.
Classic Patagonia is the ultimate introduction to Argentina’s wild southern landscapes. Its vast plains and dramatic panoramas, roamed by gauchos and dotted with lakes and glaciers, are the perfect antidote to modern life and a mecca for anyone who loves wide open spaces and being outdoors in a beautiful wilderness. This 11-day journey combines the stylish streets of Buenos Aires with the iconic scenery of Patagonia’s open steppe – all at a pace that gives you time to explore, relax, and really soak it all in.
Start with a couple of days in Buenos Aires, getting under the skin of this sophisticated capital with a private tour of its most vibrant neighbourhoods and a tango show that brings the city’s heart to life. Then it’s off to Bariloche, where rolling hills, glacial lakes and mountain trails offer everything from scenic strolls to proper hikes – plus plenty of opportunities to just sit back and enjoy the view. From here, fly south to El Calafate, gateway to Los Glaciares National Park. Visit the mighty Perito Moreno Glacier, cruise past ice cliffs, and journey by boat and 4WD to the remote ranch, Estancia Cristina for sweeping views of the Upsala Glacier and a true taste of gaucho life on the Patagonian steppe.
14 hours from London
When to go
- October to April
Average temperature
- El Calafate: 13°C
Average rainfall
- El Calafate: 40mm/month
Itinerary at a Glance
Day by Day
Here's a summary of what you might get up to day-to-day on this Argentina holiday. As always, this is just an idea. Every single day of your holiday will be tailored to suit you.
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You'll fly overnight from London to Buenos Aires, Argentina’s lively and sophisticated capital, with a flight time of around 14 hours.
You'll touch down in Buenos Aires this morning and take in the city's grand boulevards, leafy parks, stylish boutiques, and vibrant café culture. Settle in, get acclimatised and enjoy the city’s energy at your own pace.
Today, you'll take a private guided tour with a local guide, exploring the city's highlights and hidden spots. Wander through the sleek Puerto Madero waterfront, admire the Parisian-style avenues of Recoleta, and soak up the colour and character of La Boca, the historic birthplace of tango.
You'll fly south to Bariloche today, where crystal-clear lakes, rolling hills, and ancient lenga forests all come together to form a truly beautiful outdoor paradise. This is a perfect place to unwind, hike, or try some water-based activities in the stunning Lake District.
Today, you'll explore the breathtaking landscapes around Lake Nahuel Huapi, taking in spectacular viewpoints by road and cable car. The sweeping views over snow-capped mountains and deep blue lakes make for fantastic photo opportunities, so don't forget to charge the camera!
You'll enjoy a relaxed guided hike through the Lakes District today, stopping for a gourmet picnic in the wilderness. If you’re feeling adventurous, you can finish with a short rappel down a rock face, a thrilling way to take in the scenery from a new and daring perspective.
A short flight today brings you to El Calafate, the gateway to Los Glaciares National Park in southern Patagonia. Sitting on the shores of Lake Argentino, this small town is the starting point for exploring Argentina’s most spectacular ice landscapes.
Today, you'll join a small group trip to Perito Moreno Glacier, one of the most impressive ice formations in the world. Walk along viewing platforms to admire its towering ice cliffs, then take a boat trip to see it up close, where you might even witness huge chunks of ice calving into the water.
Your next adventure leads you across Lake Argentino to visit Estancia Cristina, a historic Patagonian ranch in a stunning, remote location. Here, you'll soak up a real slice of authentic Argentinian life. Exploring by 4WD and on foot, with breathtaking views of the Upsala Glacier and the rugged Patagonian landscape, your stay at Estancia Cristina will be a highlight of your Argentina holiday for sure.
It's time to leave the wild Patagonian steppe behind today and hop on a flight back to Buenos Aires. Tonight, end your trip in style with a dramatic tango show, where live music, dance, and a delicious dinner bring Argentina’s most iconic dance to life.
Your Argentina adventure comes to an end today with a transfer back to the airport for your overnight flight back home.
Places you'll visit
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What You're Saying
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Holiday Architects, and in particular Louise, did a fantastic job organising our trip to South America. It was clear from our initial discussions that she has a detailed first-hand knowledge of the countries that we were planning to visit. Her help was invaluable in planning the trip to take in all of the places that we wanted to explore.
Peter & Julie
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Finally I've got to write about our best holiday in our lives. Louise arranged everything according to our brief and listened from the first phone call. We loved Argentina and the service from Holiday Architects was impeccable. We thank Louise for making this holiday truly amazing and we are looking forward to work with her on our next trip.
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We had almost 4 weeks in Argentina and Chile, mostly walking and cycling iconic trails, but also with city and wildlife visits. Holiday Architects arranged all the flights, accommodation, transfers, car hire, guides and local reps. All worked faultlessly, and every single day surpassed expectations (and we had high expectations). Both Patagonia, and HA highly recommended.
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Louise has been phenomenal in planning and organising our holiday to Argentina as well as looking after us whilst there. Louise spoke to us over the phone to understand what we liked and preferences around travel, hotels etc. She suggested places we’re so glad we went – particularly the Salta region which was a revelation. All the flights, transfers and guides were organised and worked seamlessly. The hotels were great - mostly smaller boutique establishments and beautiful wineries. We now have a taste for Argentina and South America and will definitely use Holiday Architects again. Thank you Louise for making such a memorable holiday for us.
Steve Girdler
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From the very first contact with Holiday Architects our experience has been flawless. Louise was our holiday planner for our 3 week trip to Argentina and we could not have asked for a better person. Louise is extremely knowledgeable about Argentina and her enthusiasm made the planning stage so much fun. A tailor made holiday is a more expensive option but it was very clear to us where our money had been spent and we visited places we’d never have thought about had we planned the trip ourselves. Overall, we were blown away by our trip to Argentina thanks to Louise and Holiday Architects. We would not hesitate to recommend them and we look forward to booking again.
Joanna Booth
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Wonderful trip to Argentina. I asked Louise to design a holiday travelling from Mendoza through Salta across the Andes to the Atacama by road with a private guide – not a trip they have offered before. It all worked perfectly, we saw some beautiful places and had two terrific guides. Attention to detail was excellent throughout and thoroughly recommend this company.
Peter Gallop
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Meet our Argentina expert
We offer tailor-made holidays to suit a wide range of tastes. Our expert Louise is dedicated to all things Argentina and is here to help you plan your perfect trip.
Louise Mumford
Destination Manager
Lou’s explored Argentina from top to tail, glaciers, gauchos and everything in between. She’s passionate about the country’s scenery, wildlife and culture, and knows exactly how to bring it all together in a standout holiday.
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