Exploring Buenos Aires

Explore vibrant, cosmopolitan Buenos Aires, where the cultural blend of European and South American influences combine to create something magical…in historic architecture…in cuisine…and in the people.
This is the perfect prelude to our Patagonia hiking tour or our Mendoza wine tour.

Tour Dates & Pricing

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Day 1 - Bienvenido a Argentina

When you arrive in Buenos Aires airport you'll make your way to our centrally located 5-Star hotel. The name Buenos Aires means fair winds, or literally "good airs" in Spanish. It is one of the largest cities in Latin America, with a wealth of cultural offerings, and is the beginning point for most Argentinean experiences. Inhabitants of Buenos Aires are called porteños, "people from the port", implying that many of the inhabitants are immigrants in some ways or another.
After checking into your hotel, you'll have some free time to rest and relax, or wander at your leisure.

Tonight we have a very special treat for you, a progressive dinner at four of Buenos Aires most iconic establishments.

We'll start with a "picada" with a beer or vermouth in one of Palermo's traditional local bars, along with a tasty assortment of appetizers. Our next stop is at one of Buenos Aires best restaurants for a for a wine-paired menu featuring Argentinian beef as the main course. Dessert will be nearby at one of the most unique ice cream parlors in South America. Then we'll finish our experience with a coffee at one of the city’s typical neighborhood coffee shops.

Day 2 - Buenos Aires

After breakfast this morning we'll start our exploration of this incredible city. Buenos Aires is one of the most fascinating urban areas in both Latin America and the world. Be it for the splendid and varied architecture, with its old Colonial buildings, French palaces and state‐of‐the‐art skyscrapers; for its vibrant nightlife and endless cultural options; or maybe just for the rich identity of the Porteños, who proudly bear the European heritage of their ancestors, visitors are always mesmerized by their stay in the city. We'll visit such iconic sites as Plaza de Mayo, the Presidential Palace, the Cabildo, and the Neoclassical‐styled Metropolitan Cathedral. In Retiro and Recoleta, we will learn about the dream of the local aristocrats in the late 19th centuries, when they sought to build a small‐scale Paris in the heart of Buenos Aires. After visiting the impressive Plaza San Martín we’ll stroll down Avenida Alvear, chosen by the world’s most distinguished brands to install their exclusive boutiques, looking up you can see the many wonderful French style palaces which nowadays house a number of embassies.

Then we’ll visit the Basílica de Nuestra Señora del Pilar, one of the city’s oldest churches, which dates to the Colonial era. Finally, we’ll admire the celebrated Recoleta Cemetery, a true labyrinth of ornate mausoleums. We’ll make a stop at Eva Peron’s grave, one of the country’s most recognizable icons. We’ll visit Puerto Madero, the latest addition to the city’s barrios. In 1991, its huge warehouses and silos where remodeled and redesigned, to finally integrate the river to the city and to create a new, residential, hotel and gastronomic district, which has become the playground for the Porteños and the international jet‐set.
Always interesting is a visit to San Telmo, one of the oldest neighborhoods in Buenos Aires. It used to be the residential district favored by the upper class until late 19th century, when a yellow fever epidemic caused the wealthier families to leave northwards. In the 1970s the area was revitalized when many artists and artisans came to San Telmo to install their workshops. Nowadays, thanks to its amazing architecture and hip atmosphere, this ancient neighborhood is blooming. We’ll walk its cobbled streets, where the city’s Colonial past seems to come back to life, making a stop at Plaza Dorrego, best known for its traditional antiques fair, held every Sunday.
Leaving San Telmo behind, we’ll continue southwards to La Boca, one of the city’s most authentic and charming neighborhoods. It is a working class district, heavily shaped by Italian immigrants who came to the country in large numbers during the last quarter of the 19th century. Here, we’ll make a special visit to the mythical Caminito Street, which sums up everything that gives La Boca its distinctive spirit: the strong passion for soccer, the heavy presence of art and color, and the Tango‐esque atmosphere. We'll have lunch at one of our favorite local hangouts...La Brigada. La Brigada Steak House is a landmark as a restaurant as a typical Argentina Parrillada. The Steak House is located in the bohemian district of San Telmo, known for its historic cobbled streets and wonderful street market. It has one of the best steaks in Buenos Aires and a very complete Argentina wine list.

You'll have some time to relax this afternoon and wander on your own, for shopping or just exploring. We'll meet later this evening to enjoy a superb Argentinean dinner and one of the hottest Tango shows at a favorite Buenos Aires club! In the very heart of San Telmo neighborhood, this refurbished historic conventillo is a classic building of the Buenos Aires culture. La Ventana is a trip to older times. The interior architectural style is preserved, and creates the ideal setting for a unique experience; 35 artists in scene, two tango orchestras, a folklore band, dancers and singers; a menu that consists of several traditional and international dishes, and a list of excellent Argentine wines. And don't be shy, hop up and join the dancers...they are there to teach you the moves!

Day 3 - El Calafate

This morning you'll have a group transfer to the airport for your flight to El Calafate in Patagonia, or Mendoza in the wine region. Upon arrival you'll be met by our local guide and have a group transfer to your hotel.

NOTE: Go Get Lost will book your Argentina domestic air flight at the time of your deposit, and the non-refundable ticket must be paid at that time. It is an additional cost not included in the tour price.

HOTELS

Due to availability at the time of booking, hotel listed may change to similar hotel

5 Star Sofitel Buenos Aires Recoleta Hotel: The Sofitel offers a luxurious, authentic and exclusive experience in the heart of the Recoleta neighborhood. The hotel offers easy access to the city's main tourist attractions and boasts elegant and spacious rooms, a heated pool, fitness center, outdoor garden and modern art exhibitions in the lobby. Sofitel Buenos Aires Recoleta Hotel is opposite the Patio Bullrich shopping mall and just one block away from the prestigious Alvear Avenue.

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5 Star Palladio Buenos Aires Recoleta Hotel: A luxury boutique hotel located in the heart of the traditional Recoleta neighborhood, Palladio Hotel Buenos Aires offers a unique and exclusive experience. Close to the business districts and the city's main tourist attractions, it is the perfect place to stay for work or pleasure. The hotel boasts 113 spacious and elegant rooms with modern decoration and luxury materials, comfortable suites with private balcony, a heated pool and spa, fitness center, meeting rooms and a fashionable bar and restaurant. The hotel is opposite the beautiful Rodriguez Peña square, just steps from Santa Fe Ave. shopping area, and close to the Ateneo Grand Splendid Bookstore, one of the world's most beautiful bookstores and other main tourist spots like Recoleta Cemetery.

• 2 Nights, Double Occupancy Standard Room at 5-Star Sofitel, or Palladio Buenos Aires Hotel (or similar)
• 2 Breakfasts
• 1 Lunch
• Progressive Dinner on Day 1
• Dinner at the Tango Club
• Your choice of wine tasting or tango lessons
• Preferred seating at Tango Show
• Private tour with local guide in Buenos Aires
• Group departure transfer from the hotel in Buenos Aires to the airport
• Group arrival transfer from the airport in Calafate to the hotel
• All transportation as per the itinerary
• All tips for waiters and coach drivers (EXCEPT for your primary local tour leader)

• Meals not specified in itinerary
• Beverages at meals unless specified in itinerary (all group meals include water and wine)
• Trip Cancellation/Interruption and Medical Insurance (strongly recommended), call for details
• Single supplement charge
• Items of a personal nature; phone calls, laundry, etc.
• Domestic and International airfare
• Any costs associated with options or free time
• NOTE: Non-Refundable roundtrip domestic Argentine air between Buenos Aires and Calafate will be booked for you when you deposit, and you must pay for it at that time. The cost of the airfare is not included in your tour price.