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Introducing Argentina

Argentina exudes passion. From the steamy dance of tango to the cult of futbol, Argentinean culture is as flavorful as its cuisine.

When is the best time to visit?
Since Argentina is a vast country, with climates ranging from the warm North to the icy South, when to visit really depends on where you plan on going. But as a general rule of thumb, travelers should aim to visit from April to June (fall) or from September to December (spring). Learn more

Where should I go in Argentina?
City life in Buenos Aires is a constant blur and a must-see for any visitor interested in soaking up the exciting culture of this country. Argentina boasts a host of natural splendors as well, from the Iguazú Falls in the subtropical north to the icy beauty of Perito Moreno Glacier and the Andean salt flats. Whatever destination travelers prefer, most will agree on one thing: there’s nothing like a well-grilled Argentinian steak accompanied by a glass of local red wine. Learn more

How many days do I need?
To truly experience Argentina, and eat your way through their diverse cuisine, plan to spend at least 10 days in this high-energy country. Learn more

Getting around in Argentina
Given its size, most itineraries in Argentina include domestic flights that take several hours. Renting a car and setting off on a road trip is also a great way to explore Argentina, though most travelers stick to regions for their road trips, and fly between regions. Learn more

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Argentina Tours & Itineraries

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The desert landscape of the Puna de Atacama
Map of The Best of Northern Argentina - 15 Days
The Best of Northern Argentina - 15 Days

While Northern Argentina is among the least explored areas of the country, it is undoubtedly one of the most rewarding areas to visit. Sitting at the foot of the Andes, it offers spectacular scenery of snow-capped volcanoes, vast salt flats, and otherworldly rock formations. This 15-day trip takes you to the area’s most dramatic sights, giving you a great taster of what the area offers.

Mendoza, Argentina
Map of Argentina, Chile & Peru - 16 Days
Argentina, Chile & Peru - 16 Days

This 16-day itinerary combines cultural and historical highlights of Argentina, Chile, and Peru, from city life and wine tastings to the Incan Empire and natural scapes. Walk the bustling streets of Buenos Aires and taste Malbec in the wineries of Mendoza. Tour Santiago de Chile and gaze upon the snow-capped Andes. Immerse yourself in the Cusco region and discover the ancient ruins of Machu Picchu.

Glacial lake in El Calafate
Map of Best of Argentina: Ushuaia, El Calafate & Iguazú Falls - 12 Days
Best of Argentina: Ushuaia, El Calafate & Iguazú Falls - 12 Days

Experience the sophistication of Buenos Aires, the mesmerizing force of the Iguazu Falls and the spectacular glaciers of El Calafate in a single trip. This 12-day itinerary travels to Argentina's historic capital and then across Patagonia, seamlessly blending urban bustle, outdoor adventure, and small-town charm.

Nahuel Huapi Lake near Bariloche
Map of Classic Argentina: Patagonia, Mendoza & Iguazú - 10 Days
Classic Argentina: Patagonia, Mendoza & Iguazú - 10 Days

This 10-day itinerary highlights three of Argentina's most impressive natural wonders. Kicking off in Buenos Aires, you'll venture to Bariloche, surrounded by beautiful lakes and mountains—great for kayaking and hiking. Next is high-altitude Mendoza, where you'll take part in several wine tastings (especially malbec). Finish at the Brazilian border to experience hundreds of waterfalls in both countries.

Laguna Esmeralda Hiking Trail near Ushuaia, Argentina
Map of Best of Argentina - 14 Days
Best of Argentina - 14 Days

This adventurous two-week trip combines the best destinations Argentina has to offer with a range of outdoor activities and wildlife. On the itinerary are two cities (Buenos Aires and Ushuaia), a UNESCO-listed peninsula, and two national parks known for glaciers and hiking trails. There's also whale watching, snorkeling with sea lions, and a visit to South America's largest Magellanic Penguin colony for the ultimate photo ops.

Plaza de Mayo Square
Map of Experience Buenos Aires - 5 Days
Experience Buenos Aires - 5 Days

The capital of Argentina is a Latin American/European hybrid like no other city on this earth. Buenos Aires' rich culture is exemplified in its neoclassical and baroque architecture, the cobbled streets of its old neighborhoods, and the visceral passion of the city's Porteño soccer fans. Get the best of this concrete jungle on a 5-day tour which explores the city and indulges in its rising food scene, not to mention allows time for tango dancing and horseback riding with real gaucho cowboys.

Make the Most of Your Time in Argentina

Have a fixed number of days? Maximize the things to see and do during your visit
A storm brews in Argentina's La Pampa
How Many Days to Spend in Argentina

With 10 to 14 days in Argentina, you can spend time getting to know two main regions, plus Buenos Aires, one of the world's great cities. Hear the mammoth Iguazú Falls roar in...

Argentina Travel Essentials

All you need to know to get started planning the perfect trip
Mt. Fitz Roy, one of Patagonia
Best Time of Year to Visit Argentina

When is the best time to visit Argentina? It depends on what you want to do. Winter is for skiing and visiting the Northwest, summer is for hitting Patagonia's trails, and the...

Argentina Travel Advice

Read our detailed insights to make sure you have the best trip
Wildlife experiences in Argentina
5 Best Wildlife Experiences in Argentina

Walk through a busy penguin colony, ride with wild horses in the Andes, or watch whales breach through the cold waters of the Patagonian Atlantic: Argentina's landscapes offer...

Argentina Destination Guides

Detailed travel guides for the main regions of the country
Perito Merino Glacier, a short day trip from El Calafate
Ultimate Guide to El Calafate

Flanked by mountains and facing a shimmering, ice-blue lake, El Calafate is one of the most popular destinations in Patagonia. This small, welcoming city is the gateway to a...

Argentina Hotel Advice

Unique places to stay, curated by kimkim specialists
Photo courtesy of Loi Suites Iguazú Hotel
Puerto Iguazú
Loi Suites Iguazú Hotel
4.8
(19)
· Luxury
Loi Suites Iguazú Hotel offers a relaxing stay in the Iryapú subtropical jungle. The hotel is within an 8-minute drive from the city center and less than a mile from the Iguazú River. Additionally, the hotel has sustainability certification from the Greener Hotels program, underscoring its...
Photo courtesy of Palo Santo Hotel
Buenos Aires
Palo Santo Hotel
5.0
(6)
· Comfort
Palo Santo Hotel, located in the trendy Palermo district of Buenos Aires, is an eco-friendly boutique accommodation option with beautiful modern architecture and vertical gardens throughout the property. Vines climb the suite patios, creating a relaxing urban jungle ambience. Inside the shared...
Photo courtesy of Huinid Obelisco Hotel
Buenos Aires
Huinid Obelisco Hotel
4.9
(8)
· Mid-range
Huinid Obelisco Hotel is a modern, functional property in Buenos Aires. You'll be right in the city center on a buzzy street lined with historic architecture. Many of the city's popular sites are within walking distance, including Teatro Colón, Palacio Barolo, and the famous tree-lined Avenue 9...

Best Experiences in Argentina

Unique things to do, curated by kimkim specialists
The otherworldly landscape near Salar de Antofalla
Tolar Grande
Pyramids & Salt Flats: Tolar Grande - Cono de Arita - Salar de Antofalla
In northwestern Argentina, you'll find some of the most incredible high-altitude desert landscapes anywhere on earth. The region around Salta Province is home to painted mountains, expansive salt flats, and otherworldly rock formations. This excursion begins early in the morning with a drive in a...
Enjoy lunch on the shore of Lago Mascardi
Bariloche
Kayaking & Trekking on Mascardi Lake
45 minutes south of the city of Bariloche, just off Highway 40, lies Lago Mascardi. This is a smaller body of water than others in Argentina's Lake District and thus is more intimate. It's the perfect location for a day excursion that mixes kayaking over the royal blue surface of the lake with...
Hiking Perito Moreno, Argentina
El Calafate
El Calafate to Los Glaciares National Park - Perito Moreno Glacier Trek
Los Glaciares National Park, located in the Santa Cruz province of southern Argentina, covers nearly 1.5 million acres and is home to the Southern Patagonian Ice Field. It's a Unesco World Heritage Site that draws hundreds of thousands of international visitors each year. They come to view some...

Our Latest Argentina Content

Cruise along the Beagle Channel during this romantic 13-day exploration of Argentina
Map of Romantic Journey Through Argentina: Buenos Aires & Patagonia - 13 Days
Romantic Journey Through Argentina: Buenos Aires & Patagonia - 13 Days

Explore Argentina hand-in-hand with your loved one during this romantic 13-day adventure. Start in Buenos Aires, where you can enjoy an intimate dinner and tango show. Then, discover the city on guided tours before flying to El Calafate to board a three-day cruise through Parque Nacional Los Glaciares. Next, head to Ushuaia for afternoon tea on the Beagle Channel, as well as kayaking and hiking. Return to Buenos Aires with enough time to visit a traditional farm and learn about gaúcho culture.

Sample malbec and empanadas as you explore Argentina's wine country
Map of Wine Tours, Coastal Cities & Waterfalls in Argentina & Chile - 14 Days
Wine Tours, Coastal Cities & Waterfalls in Argentina & Chile - 14 Days

Spend two weeks exploring Argentina and Chile's iconic cities, natural attractions, and vineyards. Start in Buenos Aires with a tango show and culinary tour, followed by a visit to a traditional farm. Then, check out views from both sides (including Brazil) of Iguazú Falls on foot and a boat tour. The adventure continues in Mendoza with walking tours of vineyards and olive groves and a spa day at Termas de Cacheuta. Conclude in Chile with a bike tour in Santiago and a day trip to Valparaíso and the Casablanca Valley.

Perito Moreno is the star of Argentine Patagonia's Los Glaciares National Park
Map of Natural Wonders & National Parks of Argentina & Chile - 16 Days
Natural Wonders & National Parks of Argentina & Chile - 16 Days

Experience two South American capitals and four magnificent national parks with this 16-day trip through Argentina and Chile. Start in sophisticated Buenos Aires, then fly north to marvel at Iguazú Falls, one of the largest waterfall systems in the world. Make your way down to Patagonia to get active amid the landscapes of Terra del Fuego and Los Glaciares, hop over to Chile for adventures in Torres del Paine, and wrap things up in Santiago with a day trip to the Pacific coast.

Argentina Travel Maps

Get the lay of land, and understand distances between the places you want to visit
Map Top 10 Regions in Argentina: Where to Go & What to See
Top 10 Regions in Argentina: Where to Go & What to See
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Map 10 Days in Argentina - 6 Unique Itinerary Ideas
10 Days in Argentina - 6 Unique Itinerary Ideas
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Map 7 Days in Argentina - 7 Unique Itinerary Ideas
7 Days in Argentina - 7 Unique Itinerary Ideas
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Meet our Local Travel Specialists

Experienced travel agents with a passion for Argentina
Travel specialist Erin Wiley
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Erin Wiley

Put simply, travel makes people happy and I want to be a part of that. If I am not traveling myself then I want to surround myself with people who are. Originally from Michigan, I grew up...

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Travel specialist Lorena Huidobro
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Lorena Huidobro

I believe that those of us who love to travel tend to have a more open mind and free spirit. Being open to experience new adventures, explore the unknown, see the beauty in the simple things,...

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Travel specialist Johanna Fabian
active 2 hours ago

Johanna Fabian

I enjoy slow travel, ideally being in one country for a month where I can really get to know the local people, their way of life and of course their food! I am Peruvian-American and have traveled...

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Travel specialist Kristy Tizon
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Kristy Tizon

Kristy, a Peruvian-American originally from Los Angeles but now based in Lima, Peru, has a deep passion for travel. She founded Miski Travels, a travel agency that offers customized trips to...

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Trip Reviews for Argentina

The latest reviews by travelers who booked their trip on kimkim

Fabulous trip. Seamless from start to finish...
Argentina | Jan 11 - Jan 19, 2025

Paul
Paul P.
Albany, NY | Reviewed on Jan 23, 2025
Fabulous trip. Seamless from start to finish even with an intentionally tight timeline. Everything accomplished. We did appreciate that the Bens Ricoleta Park found a room for us when we arrived early (twice!). Read more

Fabulous trip. Seamless from start to finish even with an intentionally tight timeline. Everything accomplished. We did appreciate that the Bens Ricoleta Park found a room for us when we arrived early (twice!).

Activity Review
Full-Day Martillo Island with visit to Penguin Rookery and Beagle Channel Navigation
Full-Day Martillo Island with visit to Penguin Rookery and Beagle Channel Navigation
Ushuaia

Being on the island with the penguins was our favorite part of the trip.

Quality of Experience
Local specialist: Micaela Rodriguez

Buenos Aires is a beautiful city and our tour...
Argentina | Jan 11 - Jan 21, 2025

Kathy
Kathy ..
Ashburn, VA | Reviewed on Jan 22, 2025
Buenos Aires is a beautiful city and our tour guide was excellent. She spent over 6 hours showing us all the sites. She was a wealth of information.
We loved the cooking class-delicious food and fun making empanadas.
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Buenos Aires is a beautiful city and our tour guide was excellent. She spent over 6 hours showing us all the sites. She was a wealth of information.
We loved the cooking class-delicious food and fun making empanadas.

Activity Reviews
Half-Day cooking class at Criolla "Foundations of Argentine Cooking"
Half-Day cooking class at Criolla "Foundations of Argentine Cooking"
Buenos Aires

The food was amazing and the chef made it all so fun. The beef was delicious. It was great making the empanadas! Good wine too!

Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Always on time! Very nice and good help with our bags!
Half-Day Buenos Aires City Tour
Half-Day Buenos Aires City Tour
Buenos Aires

Wonderful tour-over 6 hours! We went everywhere and the guide was a history book of fun facts.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
They always helped with bags and arrived on time.
Local specialist: Micaela Rodriguez

Erin is incredible. She was highly flexible a...
Argentina | Dec 26 - Jan 5, 2025

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Tiffany O.
Venus, FL | Reviewed on Jan 12, 2025

Erin is incredible. She was highly flexible and offered several options for activities. We loved working with her.

Local specialist: Erin Wiley
Erin
Erin Wiley
Local specialist in Puerto Natales, Chile | Replied on Jan 14, 2025

Thank you so much Tiffany! I think that you would also be a great trip planner, you are fantastic with details. We loved working with you and Dustin, congrats again on your recent engagement and best wishes to you both :)