Culture, Waterfalls and Wine

This wonderful tour is perfect for people who only have one week to visit Argentina. It starts with a visit to Buenos Aires - ‘The Paris of Latin America’, and a tour of its museums, beautiful architecture and an introduction to the passionate art of the Tango.

After flying to the far north of the country, on the border with Brazil, you will see one of the most spectacular natural wonders of the world - the famous Iguazu Falls, surrounded by lush jungle.

No visit to Argentina would be complete without going to the wine region of Mendoza. Here you’ll have the opportunity to visit this beautiful city as well as learn about the wine culture and production at a local vineyard.

Detailed Itinerary

Day 1 - Welcome to Argentina! (-)

Upon arrival at Buenos Aires’ Ezeiza International Airport you will be warmly welcomed by a Blue World Journeyss representative and escorted by private car to your hotel (45-60 mins).

Buenos Aires is the most elegant city in South America. This cosmopolitan city - with great European cultural influence - displays a refined taste in its cooking, in its boutiques and in the casual elegance of its inhabitants. While the city is modern and dynamic, it has managed to preserve old traditions and charming corners. The atmosphere, the individual personality of each of its neighborhoods, the cordiality of its people and the wide selection of its cultural and commercial opportunities are fascinating. You will have the rest of the day to relax from your flight and become familiar with your new surroundings.

Day 2 - Buenos Aires City Tour, Tango Show (B,D)

This morning after a leisurely breakfast, you will be met at your hotel by your guide and escorted on a private half-day tour of the city. During this tour you will visit the famous Casa Rosada (Government House), and the Cabildo (first City Hall, built during Spanish rule). The Metropolitan Cathedral is nearby, where Pope Francis used to celebrate mass when he was Cardinal of Buenos Aires.

Continuing to San Telmo, the oldest district of Buenos Aires, you will have time to stroll around the Plaza Dorrego with its many antique shops. If you’re lucky enough to be here on Sunday, the sprawling antiques market is a must-see. Your next stop is La Boca, a colorful and dynamic neighborhood like no other in the city.

Driving along 9 de Julio Avenue, the widest avenue of the world, you will see the Colon Theater, one of the world's best-known opera houses. Continuing to Palermo you will see its beautiful parks, the City Zoo, Botanical Garden, Argentine Horse Track and National Polo Fields.

At the end of the tour you will visit the glamorous Recoleta area. Here you will find the Municipal Cultural Center, elegant boutiques and many excellent restaurants. At the Recoleta cemetery you can look for the grave of Eva Duarte, known in the whole world as Eva Perón (Evita).

This evening you will enjoy an unforgettable Tango show and dinner at Café de los Angelitos. Located in a traditional Buenos Aires district, this tango house is full of history. Renowned poets and politicians as well as payadores (performers) and malandras (dangerous men) used to meet here. Café de los Angelitos is one of the foremost tango venues Buenos Aires offering a dynamic performance which including orchestra, dancers, musicians, singers, as well as very interesting lighting effects. A full dinner of exquisite international cuisine will be served during the performance.

Day 3 - Fly to Iguazu (B)

This morning you will be met at your hotel by your guide and escorted by private car to Aeroparque Jorge Newbery, the city’s domestic airport for your flight to Iguazu. Upon arrival you will check into your hotel for a two-night stay. You will have the rest of the day at your leisure to hike in the rainforest, do some shopping, or simply relax by your hotel’s pool.

Day 4 - Iguazú Falls (B)

This morning your guide will escort you to the Iguazú National Park. Arriving at the Visitors Center you will board a gas-propelled train that will take you to the upper falls circuit and the Garganta del Diablo (Devil’s Throat), the most prominent and one of the highest falls. One of the planet’s most awe-inspiring sights, the Iguazú Falls are simply astounding. A visit here is a jaw-dropping experience, and the power and noise of the falls - a chain of almost 270 waterfalls stretching over 2 miles is something that will forever live in your memory. You will have the opportunity to walk along the Iguazú river canyon, via the lower circuit and the upper circuit to appreciate the flora and fauna, and seeing the falls up close.

Day 5 - Fly to Mendoza (B)

This morning you will board a flight to the lovely city of Mendoza. Upon arrival you will be escorted to your hotel for a three-night stay. Mendoza is a bustling, captivating city of wide, leafy avenues, delightful plazas, and a thriving cafe culture. This enchanting city, although lively during the day, really comes into its own at night, when the restaurants, bars and clubs along Avenida Arístedes overflow into the sidewalks.

All over the world, Mendoza is famous for wine, and even if you’re not a wine aficionado, the city’s setting on the eastern foothills of the Andes and it’s delightful climate will captivate you.

Day 6 - Mendoza City Tour (B)

Today you will tour the city, learning of the history of its foundation by Spanish colonizers four centuries ago. Your tour includes a visit to the Plaza Independencia, the lovely Parque General San Martin, with its lake and rose garden and the Hill of Glory, a popular spot for a panoramic view Along tree lined streets, you will continue to the Museo Municipal and the ruins of San Francisco Church.

The evening will be at your leisure to explore the lively city center.

Day 7 - Wine Tour (B)

The Mendoza region has 70% of the vineyards of the country is the main oenological center of South America.

Depart the city, you will pass beautiful scenery of the majestic Andes mountains in the distance before arriving at Mendoza's agricultural oasis where you have the opportunity to visit two different vineyards to understand the complete wine making process enjoying a wine tasting.

Your tour today will combine visits to one local craft winery and another of higher quality technology to see the differences in the production of great wines. This tour is a must, even for people who have little interest in wine.

Day 8 - Farewell to Argentina (B)

This morning your guide will meet you at your hotel to escort you to Mendoza’s airport for your flight to Buenos Aires, connecting to your international flight home.

Hotels listed below are given as suggestions only to illustrate the standard of hotels used. 

Buenos Aires - Luxury - Fierro Hotel

Right in the heart of the stylish Palermo neighborhood, the Fierro Hotel is within walking distance of the best of Buenos Aires - top restaurants, popular bars and clubs, boutiques and design stores can all be found close to the hotel.

All rooms feature luxurious linens and duvets, Egyptian cotton towels, 32-inch LCD TVs, universal power outlets, iPod/iPhone docking stations, complimentary iPads and Internet access. The bathrooms are equipped with rain showers, hair dryer, robes and an array of amenities.

Buenos Aires - Deluxe - Sofitel Buenos Aires

Located right in the heart of Buenos Aires, between the Retiro and Recoleta neighborhoods, surrounded by art galleries and antique stores, the landmark Sofitel is one of the city’s finest hotels. All 140 rooms feature luxurious furnishings, air conditioning, cable TV, mini bar and stylish, modern bathrooms.

Restaurants, bars, fitness center and indoor heated pool are all available with our having to leave the hotel.

Iguazú - Luxury - Posada Puerto Bemberg

Located on the left bank of the Paraná River, this is a lovely boutique hotel with 13 rooms. The rooms are spacious, with high ceilings and furnished with native furniture designed by local artists. Each room features a library stocked with books from 20th century Latin American authors, its own patio and large windows with a view of the jungle. The hotel’s main library contains more than 2500 books, as well as a large living room with large picture windows for nature viewing. The hotel’s restaurant offers a unique locally inspired menu.

Iguazú - Deluxe - Panoramic Hotel

Set on a hill, with a panoramic view of the Parana and Iguazu rivers as well as the border of Argentina, Brazil and Paraguay, this hotel was constructed in 2007.

The 80 rooms, 10 junior suites and one panoramic suite in decorated in a contemporary style and feature flat-screen TV, Jacuzzis, stylish bathrooms, WI-FI and climate control.

The hotel also has two Restaurants, two bars, a swimming pool, a separate children’s pool, solarium, tennis courts, spa & gym and private casino.

Mendoza - Luxury - Huentala Boutique Hotel

Located in downtown Mendoza, one block away from San Martin Av, the city’s major thoroughfare, and Sarmiento Street, a pedestrianized road full of restaurants and entertainment right in the heart of the city.

All 81 modern rooms are well furnished and equipped with air conditioning, TV, telephone, internet access, safe, minibar, and feature high quality linens and bedding.

The hotel also has a restaurant, bar, lounge, swimming pool, meeting rooms, business center, express laundry and ironing service, and a gift shop.

Mendoza - Deluxe - Park Hyatt, Mendoza

With its beautifully restored 19th-century Spanish colonial façade, this luxury hotel is conveniently located in the main business and banking district in the center of Mendoza and with a prominent position on the Plaza de la Independencia.

Its 186 guestrooms feature modern, minimalist decor, local works of art and king-size beds with plush feather pillows and lavish duvets. Bathrooms feature white marble bath with separate overhead shower, work desk and wireless high-speed Internet. Rooms are also equipped with individual heating and air conditioning control, cable/satellite TV, safe box, minibar, hairdryer, bathrobes, turn down service.

The hotel also has a restaurant, bar, lounge, room service, outdoor pool, garden sun deck, gym, business area and laundry service. The hotel also hosts the Kaua Spa and the Regency Casino Mendoza.

Pricing

From $3795 per person (Luxury Hotels), or $4295 per person (Deluxe Hotels), for a private tour based on two people traveling in low season sharing a room.

Hotels listed on the Hotels Tab are given as suggestions only to illustrate the standard of hotels used. 

Price Includes:

All hotels as described in the itinerary
Services of Blue World Journey’s representatives while in Argentina
All transportation and tours as described in the itinerary in a private air-conditioned vehicle with an English speaking driver / guide
Domestic Flights Buenos Aires-Iguazú-Mendoza-Buenos Aires
Sightseeing and entrance fees
Meals as described in the itinerary
Bottled water in the vehicle during all transfers

Price Excludes:

International flights
Travel insurance
Meals other than those listed in the itinerary
Gratuities for guides and drivers
Sightseeing other than described in the itinerary
Additional room charges of a personal nature in hotels (eg: room service, laundry, phone calls, etc.)