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13-Day Pure Argentina Sustainable Tour

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Overview

Embark on a 13-day journey to Buenos Aires, Mendoza and Córdoba with a local guide to get to know the 'pure' Argentina!

Beginning in the capital, you'll enjoy a series of unique tours to explore the city as well as numerous dining and tango experiences before you set off to Mendoza, Argentina's premier wine region. Here, you'll visit world-class vineyards and wineries to experience different ways of winemaking, learn the steps to taste a good wine and enjoy gourmet lunches paired with the best wines of the region.

Moving on, you'll head to Cordoba, where you'll get to know the contrasting facets of the city: colonial architecture, modern buildings and the traditional culture of Cordobeses. You'll then travel from Cordoba to La Matilde via Quebrada del Condorito National Park for a spot of trekking.

You'll spend the last three days of this Argentina trip at Posada Rural La Matilde in the Traslasierra Valley soaking up the splendid views, enjoying wine tours, hiking experiences and more.
Culture & Arts
Food & Drink
Cycling
Sightseeing
Outdoors & Nature
Hiking & Trekking

Itinerary

Day 1

Arrive in Buenos Aires, Biking City Tour & Optional Dinner with Local Hosts

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Arrive in Buenos Aires, Biking City Tour & Optional Dinner with Local Hosts

Today, you'll arrive in Buenos Aires and be collected from the airport. You'll then embark on a city tour on a bicycle which will be an unforgettable experience. In the evening, you'll have the option to head to a private home where you will immerse completely in Argentine culture whilst indulging in the flavours of Argentina with a three-course home-cooked meal accompanied by wine.

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    Accommodation

    Hotel Pulitzer Buenos Aires 4 star

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    Activities

    Buenos Aires Biking Tour: Buenos Aires Diferente

    Dinner with Local HostsOptional Activity

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Ezeiza International Airport to Buenos Aires

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Buenos Aires

    Maipú, Buenos Aires

Day 2

Buenos Aires North Area Biking Tour & Optional Tango Show with Dinner

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Buenos Aires North Area Biking Tour & Optional Tango Show with Dinner

Today, you'll embark on another biking tour but of a different part of the city - the Recoleta and Palermo circuit. You'll visit San Martín Square, Law University, National Library, Buenos Aires Zoo, Palermo Woods, several parks, San Martin (national hero institute), Recoleta area (basilica and cemetery), Alvear avenue and then head back to San Martín Square. In the evening, you'll have the option to head to a tango show with dinner at El Viejo Almacen - a must-do in Buenos Aires!

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    Accommodation

    Hotel Pulitzer Buenos Aires 4 star

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    Activities

    Buenos Aires Biking Tour: Recoleta & Palermo

    El Viejo Almacén Dinner & Tango ShowOptional Activity

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Maipú, Buenos Aires

    Buenos Aires

Day 3

Day Tour to San Antonio de Areco for Meeting Argentine Pioneers Tour

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Day Tour to San Antonio de Areco for Meeting Argentine Pioneers Tour

Today, you'll drive to San Antonio de Areco, the heart of gaucho traditions in the pampas region. You'll walk around the village and appreciate its quaint historical centre. You'll learn about the area’s history and the life and customs that are still present today through its local crafters and local people. You'll have lunch in an old restaurant atmosphere and end your tour at the Gaucho Museum and the handmade chocolate factory before returning to Buenos Aires.

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    Accommodation

    Hotel Pulitzer Buenos Aires 4 star

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    Activities

    El Viejo Almacén Dinner & Tango ShowOptional Activity

    Meeting Argentina Pioneers in San Antonio de Areco

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    Meals

    Breakfast and lunch

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    Destinations

    Maipú, Buenos Aires

    Buenos Aires

    San Antonio de Areco

Day 4

Buenos Aires Urban Reserves Tour & Overnight Bus to Mendoza

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Buenos Aires Urban Reserves Tour & Overnight Bus to Mendoza

Today, this urban reserves experience is ideal for birdwatchers and nature lovers. In the city of Buenos Aires and its surroundings, you can find several urban reserves to enjoy the flora and fauna living close to the Rio de la Plata river. During this tour, you will visit one of the reserves, Costanera Sur, and explore its trails through its lagoons and riverside forests. In the evening, you'll be transferred to the bus station for your overnight bus to Mendoza with dinner served on board.

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    Activities

    Buenos Aires Urban Reserves Tour

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Buenos Aires to Terminal de Ómnibus de Buenos Aires

    Bus from Buenos Aires to Mendoza

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    Meals

    Breakfast and dinner

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    Destinations

    Maipú, Buenos Aires

    Buenos Aires

Day 5

Arrive in Mendoza & Guided Walking Tour

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Arrive in Mendoza & Guided Walking Tour

Upon arrival in Mendoza, you'll disembark the bus and meet your driver to transfer to your hotel. Mendoza is an atmospheric, laid back city surrounded by rivers, valleys, canyons, and the imposing Andes mountain range. You'll embark on a tour walking around the city to visit Mendoza’s must-see places: the squares surrounding the city, Plaza Independencia and Plaza España, the well-known wine shop winery, Emilio Civit Avenue and San Martín Park with its iconic lake.

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    Accommodation

    Diplomatic Hotel5 star

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    Activities

    Mendoza Walking City Tour

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    Transportations

    Bus from Buenos Aires to Mendoza

    Private Driver from Mendoza to Diplomatic Hotel

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    Destinations

    Mendoza

Day 6

Bike and Wine Tour at Chacras de Coria

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Bike and Wine Tour at Chacras de Coria

Chacras de Coria and Vistalba are villages located in the region of Lujan de Cuyo, home to the friendly Wine Road. Half an hour away from Mendoza City, this area boasts beautiful country houses in between tree-lined roads, wine cellars and ancient vineyards. You will visit two world-class vineyards and wineries in order to experience different ways of winemaking, learn the steps to taste a good wine and at the end of the ride, savour a gourmet lunch paired with the best wines of the region.

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    Accommodation

    Diplomatic Hotel5 star

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    Activities

    Bike and Wine Tour at Chacras de Coria

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    Meals

    Breakfast and lunch

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    Destinations

    Mendoza

    Luján de Cuyo

Day 7

Optional Wineries or Community Tour & Overnight Bus to Cordoba

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Optional Wineries or Community Tour & Overnight Bus to Cordoba

Today, you'll have the option to explore the wineries along the wine route, learn about the organic viticulture that helps preserve Mendoza’s ancient vineyards’ and the characteristics that form an organic and sustainable winery. Alternatively, you can take the Altos Limpios Walk and Huarpe Community Tour to learn about the region’s native culture, traditions and social structures as well as a short walk through the Lavalle desert dunes. In the evening, you'll take an overnight bus to Cordoba.

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    Activities

    Altos Limpios Walk and Huarpe Community TourOptional Activity

    Organic and Sustainable Wineries TourOptional Activity

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    Transportations

    Bus from Mendoza to Córdoba

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    Meals

    Breakfast and dinner

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    Destinations

    Mendoza

    Mendoza Province

    Luján de Cuyo

Day 8

Arrive in Cordoba, Walking City Tour & City Biking Tour

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Arrive in Cordoba, Walking City Tour & City Biking Tour

This morning, you'll arrive in Cordoba and be transferred to your hotel. After freshening up, you'll head out to get to know the contrasting facets of Córdoba: colonial architecture, modern buildings and the traditional culture of Cordobeses. On a walking tour, you'll visit San Martin Square, the Cathedral, the Santa Catalina Monastery, the famous Compañia de Jesus Church and many more sights. In the afternoon, you'll embark on a biking tour to explore the old limits of Cordoba city.

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    Accommodation

    Azur Real Hotel Boutique4 star

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    Activities

    Córdoba Walking City Tour: Manzana Jesuitica Area

    Cordoba Biking Tour

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    Transportations

    Bus from Mendoza to Córdoba

    Private Driver from Córdoba to Azur Real Hotel Boutique

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    Destinations

    Córdoba

    DYJ

Day 9

Estancias of the Jesuits Full-Day Tour from Cordoba

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Estancias of the Jesuits Full-Day Tour from Cordoba

Today, you'll get to know Córdoba and its surroundings from the historical side. Starting in the centre of Córdoba, you'll drive to La Calera, a 17th-century town, which is also the date for the local Jesuit church. You will drive through picturesque villages until you finally reach the Estancia Santa Catalina, which is the largest estancia of the Jesuits in the area. In the village of Jesus María, you'll have lunch and will stop at the Jesuit Museum in Colonia Caroya on the way back.

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    Accommodation

    Azur Real Hotel Boutique4 star

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    Activities

    Estancias of the Jesuits Full-Day Tour from Cordoba

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    Meals

    Breakfast and lunch

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    Destinations

    DYJ

    San Lorenzo

Day 10

Travel from Cordoba to La Matilde via Quebrada del Condorito National Park

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Travel from Cordoba to La Matilde via Quebrada del Condorito National Park

Today, you'll transfer from your hotel to La Matilde (the rural posada). On the way, you'll stop to do some trekking at Quebrada del Condorito National Park. Located at Pampa de Achala (Sierras Grandes), this is the very first National Park in Cordoba. During your visit, you will walk for about two hours admiring the local flora and fauna and the views of the park. After the trek, you'll continue to Posada Rural La Matilde in the Traslasierra Valley to begin your three-day programme.

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    Accommodation

    Posada Rural La Matilde3 star

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    Activities

    Trekking in Quebrada del Condorito National Park

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Córdoba to Posada Rural La Matilde

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    DYJ

    Cordoba

Day 11

Activities at Posada Rural La Matilde

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Activities at Posada Rural La Matilde

All of the activities on offer at Posada Rural La Matilde were designed to invite guests to enjoy a pleasant country experience, where rest, connection with nature and comfort reign. During your free time here, you can enjoy a guided visit to La Matilde Bio-dynamic posada or simply relax around the hotel's pool and enjoy the stunning view. With an additional cost, further activities can be organised for you including guided horseback riding, a homemade bread workshop and much more.

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    Accommodation

    Posada Rural La Matilde3 star

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    Activities

    Activities at Posada Rural La Matilde

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Cordoba

Day 12

Another Day of Activities at Posada Rural La Matilde

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Another Day of Activities at Posada Rural La Matilde

Rest, connection with nature and comfort are most important at Posada Rural La Matilde. There are plenty of thematic books and board games available in the spacious living rooms to enjoy peaceful moments of reading and leisure. With an additional cost, different activities can be organised for you including guided horseback riding, a homemade bread workshop, local plants workshop, yoga lessons, archery, massages, a healthy culinary tour and so much more.

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    Accommodation

    Posada Rural La Matilde3 star

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    Activities

    Activities at Posada Rural La Matilde

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Cordoba

Day 13

Return to Cordoba & Departure

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Return to Cordoba & Departure

This morning, you'll return to Cordoba and head to the airport for your departing flight. If you wish to extend your Argentina trip, arrangements can be made for extensions to Iguazu Falls and many other destinations.

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Posada Rural La Matilde to Ingeniero Aeronáutico Ambrosio L.V. Taravella International Airport

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Cordoba

Included in Price

  • 10 nights accommodation
  • 10 activities
  • 11 breakfasts, 3 lunches and 2 dinners
  • Airport transfer
  • Entrance fees
  • Ground transportation
  • Licensed English speaking guides

Not Included in Price

  • Alcohol beverages
  • Domestic flights
  • Entry visas / airport departure tax
  • Gratuities
  • International flights
  • Laundry
  • Personal expenses
  • Travel insurance
  • Trekking permits
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