Argentina's Heartlands

Discover the passion and heritage of Argentina.

Our Argentina's Heartlands itinerary explores the essence of Argentina, you’ll discover what it truly means to be a gaucho, dine on delicious traditional cuisine and understand the provenance from which it comes.

You’ll taste the wines from vines ripened in the Andean sunshine and meet the growers who have perfected them over generations. Witness the tranquillity and delicate balance of the Ibera wetlands and explore the life-giving waterways of this vast landscape. Finally, feel the heartbeat of the city where traditional and modern Argentine culture blend to create a spectacular end to this experience.

Highlights

• Stay in some of Argentina's best estancias 
• Spend time with gauchos, take part in traditional asados and explore the countryside on horseback
• Dine on delicious cuisine prepared with local ingredients using traditional methods
• Taste wines crafted to perfection in the vineyards of Mendoza
• Explore the intricate biodiversity and natural beauty of the Ibera Wetlands

Quick Itinerary

Day 1: Depart the UK

Days 2 & 3: Estancia La Bamba de Areco, The Pampas

Days 4 - 6: Entre Cielos Vineyard, Mendoza

Days 7 - 9: Estancia Los Potreros, Cordoba

Days 10 - 12: Puerto Valle Hotel, Ibera Wetlands

Day 13 & 14: Legado Mitico, Buenos Aires

Day 15: Depart Buenos Aires

Day 16: Arrive back in the UK

Truly Individual Holiday

Any element of this holiday can be made truly individual to your requirements, including the places you want to see and the things that are important to you. Just contact one of our Travel Specialists today.

Day 1: Depart the UK

Today you will depart the UK on your international flight to Buenos Aires. On arrival you'll be met by our representative and travel to the heart of the pampas, just 2 hours outside the city. You’ll stay at the truly unique La Bamba de Areco, a Relais & Chateaux property with endless character and charm. Proudly showcasing authentic gaucho traditions, you’ll experience asados, mate tasting, folk dances and music, Indian horse-whispering and showcase of equestrian skills.

Accommodation: Estancia La Bamba de Areco
Meals: D

Day 2: The Pampas

Soak in the truly Argentine flavour as you enjoy the activities available at La Bamba de Areco. Discover the area on horseback or carriage ride, watch the International Polo team as they practice (during season), or head into San Antonio de Areco to explore this eighteenth century colonial town. Discover the Ricardo Guiraldes Gaucho Museum, watch the master silversmiths at work and admire the leather craftsmen practice these precious Argentine traditional craft skills.

Accommodation: Estancia La Bamba de Areco
Meals: B,L,D

Days 3 - 5: Mendoza

Bid farewell to the gauchos and depart for your short flight to Mendoza in the heart of the winelands. The city itself is an attractive hub with tree-lined avenues bursting with historic heritage and pretty parks, however the true beauty of Mendoza lies outside the city. Here, the lush green vineyards sweep across the Andean Landscape, providing breathtaking views and endless opportunities to sample the delights of the region. Arrive at Entre Cielos, a modern, sophisticated and peaceful vineyard resort.
Speak to your consultant about our wine tasting tour options.

Accommodation: Entre Cielos Wine Hotel & Spa
Meals: B

Days 6 - 8: Córdoba

Today you’ll fly to Córdoba, your next Heartlands destination in the Central Sierras. The city boasts some of the finest colonial architecture including the carefully preserved Jesuit Block & Estancias of Córdoba in the centre of town. The next three nights will be spent at Estancia Los Potreros, where family and friendship blend with culture and tradition to deliver a memorable and heart-warming countryside experience to treasure.

Accommodation: Estancia Los Potreros
Meals: B,L,D

Day 9 - 11: Ibera Wetlands

Leave the dramatic landscapes of the Central Sierras behind and fly north, home to one of the largest freshwater reservoirs on the continent. The Ibera Wetlands is the largest protected area in Argentina, with 1.3 million hectares of pristine wilderness and home to 30% of Argentina’s biodiversity. You’ll stay in the luxury Puerto Valle Hotel de Esteros, a traditional corrientes estancia built in 1868. With a host of excellent excursions included, you’ll experience the intricacies and balance of the wetlands and its prolific wildlife, including the capybara, black caiman, maned wolf, monkeys and more. There is also outstanding birdwatching here so get those binoculars ready!

Accommodation: Puerto Valle Hotel de Esteros
Meals: B,L,D

Day 12 & 13: Buenos Aires

For your final two nights, the enigmatic and characterful city of Buenos Aires plays host. One of South America’s best loved cities, it’s home to over 50 museums, stunning architecture, lively nightlife, atmospheric markets and so much more. Stay at Legado Mitico, a boutique hotel bursting with Argentine history and culture, artfully curated to reflect the heart of Argentina. 
Spend a night at a Tango show to soak up the passion and spectacle of the country’s best loved dance. The gastronomic scene is world-class and not to be missed so we’ve lined up our favourite Argentine restaurant to host your last night in style!

Accommodation: Legado Mitico
Meals: B,D

Day 14: Transfer to the airport for your onward flight

You will head to Buenos Aires Airport for your onward flight

Meals: B

Day 15 - Arrive back in the UK

Today you will land back in the UK from Argentina

Price from £6,799 per person

(2024 departures, based on 2 people sharing a room)

Includes:

• International flights

• 13 nights’ accommodation as detailed

•  30 meals; 13 breakfasts, 7 lunches, 10 dinners

• Dinner at our favourite Argentine restaurant in Buenos Aires

• Dinner and Tango show

• Transfers and domestic flights as per itinerary

Excludes:

• Meals not indicated in your itinerary

• Local departure taxes payable locally

• Items of a personal nature such as laundry and drinks etc

• Tips for guides and drivers (discretionary)

• Camera or video fees at any sites