Discover the highlights of Argentina by canoe, raft and bicycle, and encounter dense rainforest, thundering waterfalls and spectacular glaciers.
- Early morning canoeing in the rainforest
- See the dramatic Iguazu Falls
- White-water rafting on the Mendoza River
- Cycle through the fashionable neighbourhoods of Buenos Aires
- Admire the Perito Moreno Glacier
- Eat asado on a ranch
Your tour starts with a visit to Iguazu Falls, followed by a two night stay in the jungle, where you can enjoy canoeing on the river and wildlife watching. Continue your adventure with a forest tour, ziplining through the treetops of the surrounding rainforest.
Continuing to the desert and winelands of Mendoza, there are options to raft, trek and abseil, before returning to Buenos Aires for a cycling tour of the city’s highlights and an evening tango show. Finally, visit the Patagonia region of Argentina to see the breathtaking Perito Moreno Glacier and spend time on a sheep and cattle ranch where you can taste the country’s famous asado grill.
Typical Itinerary
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Day 1: Depart the UK
Depart the UK on an overnight flight to Buenos Aires.
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Day 2: Arrive Buenos Aires
After some time to relax, there will be an afternoon walking tour of the city.
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Days 3-4 : Iguazu Falls & Yacutinga Rainforest Reserve
Fly to Iguazu and visit the spectacular Falls, before transfering to your lodge in the rainforest. Here you will spend time canoeing, bird and wildlife watching, as well as enjoying nature walks and learning about conservation in the area.
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Day 5: Iguazu
Return to Iguazu and, in the afternoon, visit the nearby Parana River to zipline through the treetops of the surrounding rainforest and abseil down a waterfall.
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Day 6: To Mendoza
Fly to the wine region of Mendoza, where the rest of the day is at leisure to explore the city.
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Day 7: Rafting & abseiling
Today, your family can enjoy rafting on the Mendoza River. After lunch, go trekking in the Mendoza foothills before abseiling alongside a waterfall.
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Day 8: Buenos Aires
Fly to Buenos Aires and, in the afternoon, take a cycling tour through some of the city’s most famous landmarks. In the evening, visit a tango show.
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Day 9: Fly to Calafate, gateway to Los Glaciares National Park
After a leisurely start, fly to the small town of El Calafate, the gateway to Los Glaciares National Park and a popular destination for hikers.
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Day 10: Perito Moreno Glacier
Spend the day exploring the Perito Moreno Glacier, exploring the walkways and lookout points in the area, for different views of the glacier and lagoon.
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Day 11: Glacier Museum & estancia visit
This morning visit the Glacierium, a modern museum about the Patagonian ice field. Spend the afternoon at a local estancia where there are options to watch horse trials, sheep shearing or perhaps enjoy some hiking, followed by a traditional Patagonian grill.
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Day 12: Buenos Aires
After a relaxed breakfast, fly to Buenos Aires. This evening you will be taken to an Argentinian themed interactive dining experience.
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Day 13: Depart Buenos Aires
Transfer to the airport for your return overnight flight to the UK.
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Day 14: Arrive UK
Please note: This itinerary is simply a suggestion. We can tailor your trip so that it is just right for you and your family - contact us for more details.
Duration and Guide Prices
- Age Guide: 10+
- Itinerary Type: Tailor-made Holiday
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