Boasting cosmopolitan cities and striking landscapes, Argentina is a land waiting to be explored. Keen hikers can do this on a walking holiday, using our Argentina travel guides to plan their adventure, whether ascending the Fitzroy Massif or traversing the Esteros del Ibera wetlands to spot the country’s myriad of wildlife. We can also arrange for you to stay at an estancia, allowing you to glimpse into the life of an Argentine gaucho (cowboy) and try your hand at some of the skills required to maintain the farmland and its resident animals.
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Our travel guides share our specialists’ passion and knowledge for Argentina. We travel here regularly to discover new experiences, explore untried areas and dig deeper into the better-known places and attractions. At the same time, we gather advice and up-to-date information on the best-quality guides, new hotels and restaurants, and the most memorable forms of transportation.
5 reasons to stay in an estancia on your trip to Argentina
Estancias allow you to get away from everything and experience traditional gaucho culture. Here, Argentina specialist Chloe presents even more reasons to consider an estancia stay — and this in spite of being vegetarian and (by her own admission) no horsewoman...
Driving Argentina’s wild northwest: Salta to Mendoza on Ruta 40
Between Salta and Mendoza in northwest Argentina lies a yawning, unforgiving landscape dominated by Andean ranges, desert and badlands. Few visitors set foot there. Audley specialist Melissa explains why it makes for a classic Argentinian road trip on Ruta 40.
Patagonia beyond the Torres: hiking holidays in Argentina’s El Chaltén
Audley South America specialist Iain explains why, for him, El Chaltén isn’t just one of the best places to visit in Argentina, but offers some of the best hiking in Patagonia. He recommends his preferred trails.
What to do in Argentina: our highlights guide
Argentina: there’s more to it than tango, football, and Eva Perón (although they’re all part of the quintessential Buenos Aires experience). Long-time fan Jasmine explains the best places to visit in Argentina, from wetland wildlife-spotting to an estancia stay.
Self-driving holidays in Chile & Argentina
A self-drive trip through Chile or Argentina is ideal for those looking for the flexibility to go where they want, when they want. Our specialists will advise on the routes to take as well as the best places to see and the accommodation you should stay in.
What to do in Patagonia: our highlights guide
Patagonia stretches across both Chile and Argentina, and down to the frozen waters of the Southern Ocean. Latin America specialist, Ann, selects her top things to do when visiting this vast region.
Machu Picchu plus one: tried-and-tested South American combinations
Did you know that thanks to ever-improving flight connections, you can easily combine Machu Picchu with other South American destinations such as the Galapagos and Argentina — without the need to extend your trip drastically? Our specialists explain how.