Top Argentina Full-day Tours - page 2

Skip the stress of planning your time in port at Puerto Madryn. This shore excursion ensures that you don't waste a minute—and get back to the ship on time. Head for Punto Tambo for the world's largest Magellanic penguin colony, which is also home to wildlife such as guanacos and seabirds. Walk among the penguins before checking out the highlights of Puerto Madryn before arriving back at the port.

El Chaltén Express – Soft walks and unforgettable scenery The day begins at 7:30 am in El Calafate, and then travel 220 km to El Chaltén, crossing the Patagonian steppe. Along the way you stop at Estancia La Leona and, weather permitting, at the Viedma Glacier Lookout, overlooking the glacial valley and Fitz Roy and Torre hills. Already in El Chaltén, you have about 5 hours to tour the village inside the Los Glaciares National Park, making two low difficulty hikes with local guide : the first to the Mirador de los Condores (2 km, 100 m elevation), overlooking the Fitz Roy, Cerro Torre and the village; then, after homemade lunch (according to option chosen), you visit the Chorrillo del Salto, a waterfall accessible by a 500 meters trail. Return to El Calafate begins at 16:00, arriving at hotels between 18:30 and 19:00.

See some of the world’s most amazing glaciers on this full-day tour of Lake Argentino. View multiple glaciers from the ship including Upsala and Perito Moreno, as you cruise down the Iceberg Canal. Choose between classic or gourmet options with enhanced viewing platforms, and packages that include hassle-free round-trip transfers.

Go beyond the typical tourist trail on this full-day tour of northwest Argentina. Your guide navigates the unfamiliar roads as you head to your first stop, Purmamarca, home to the Hill of Seven Colors. Enjoy various vantage points of the hill as you take a short walk through the village and then head to the Salinas Grandes. Learn about the vast salt flats and enjoy plenty of time to take fun photos before heading back to Salta.

The Teatro Colón is the leading opera house in Buenos Aires, as well as an architectural landmark, known for its remarkably restored 19th-century interiors. On this tour, explore inside the legendary theater; see the magnificent Golden Hall, the Gallery of Busts, and the Main Foyer; and hear how iconic singers such as Maria Callas, Plácido Domingo, and Luciano Pavarotti have performed on its stage.

Cabo San Pablo and Estancia Pirinaica is a unique experience because it allows you to get to know a region of Tierra del Fuego full of history, in the middle of a very outstanding Ecotone landscape, in addition to being able to know a ranch over a hundred years old, the stranded ship Desdémona, the Lighthouse with panoramic views of the San Pablo and Ladrillero Coves. Guanacos, foxes can be seen on the road, as well as delighting in the estancia route. We will get to know Estancia Pirinaica with its southernmost sheep shearing shed in the world and all its history. And we will have lunch at Finca La Recalada, served by the owners themselves, with their recipes harvested from their own garden and farm.

Enjoy a day out from Buenos Aires, where you take a bus ride to Tigre, then board a boat to go along the Rio de la Plata to the first sections of the Parana Delta. Then you'll get back to the city by bus and explore the main areas, including Paseo Victorio, museums, and Puerto de Frutos, where you can do some shopping. Finally you'll be returned to Buenos Aires by bus.

Most Ushuaia penguin tours sail past Martillo Island and view the colony from the boat—only one authorized operator can actually land on the island to explore among the penguins. Do just that with this combined tour, and pair a walk through the Magellanic and Gentoo colony with a Beagle Channel cruise past Isla de los Lobos, Isla de los Pájaros, and the Les Éclaireurs lighthouse on the return.

Rather than letting the rest of your group set the pace, experience one of the world’s natural wonders at your own speed during a private tour of Iguaçu Falls. You won’t have to worry about arranging your own transportation or navigating the border crossing alone, as this tour takes care of all logistics so that you can spend more time admiring the cascades from two countries.

Discover Mendoza beyond the wineries on a high-altitude tour through the city's dramatic surrounding Andean landscapes. See key landmarks such as Puente Picheuta and the UNESCO-listed Puente del Inca, and take in views toward Mount Aconcagua. Along the way, learn about Inca heritage and General San Martín's historic crossing of the Andes.

The natural wonders of Patagonia are dazzling yet dispersed, but driving yourself between them can mean you miss out on the scenery while you focus on navigating. This tour of Peninsula Valdés’ highlights whisks you between attractions with ease, to heighten your chance of spotting wildlife and showcase a side of the region that many visitors miss.

Visiting the southernmost fishing village, enjoying its exquisite marine gastronomy and sailing to meet the charismatic penguins is a unique plan. Beginning with National Route No. 3, we cross the Fueguino valleys surrounded by mountains, turbulence and winter centers that dazzle along the way. Then we take Provincial Route J, a path surrounded by centuries-old forests towards the coast of the Beagle Channel. Along the way, we look at marine production areas, such as mussel cultivation and scentolla traps, known here as the "red gold". From the pier in Puerto Almanza, we embark on a zodiac to navigate the Beagle Channel to Isla Martillo, home to Magellanic penguins and Papua. We observe them in their natural and wild environment. Finally we return to the village to enjoy lunch in a local restaurant, tasting fresh produce from the region, closing this unforgettable experience before returning.

Take a deep dive into Argentina’s gaucho culture on this day tour to the town of San Antonio de Areco. Explore with a local who knows the intimate details of life on the Pampas. They’ll show you around town and take you to a nearby working ranch, where you can ride horses, feast on a traditional barbecue lunch, and watch equestrian demonstrations and dance performances.

While walking is a lovely way to soak up the sights of Buenos Aires, it's not ideal if you're short on time. This bike tour helps you cover more of the Argentine capital in less time, without having to wait around for buses and metros. Your guide helps you navigate between attraction-packed neighborhoods such as San Telmo, La Boca, and Palermo, and reveals parts of the city you'd likely miss if exploring in a car.

Dust off your cowboy boots for a day on an authentic estancia (ranch) and see Argentina’s legendary gauchos (cowboys) demonstrate their unique horsemanship and wrangling skills. This small-group full-day tour takes you to San Antonio de Areco, where you can saddle up for a horseback ride, enjoy a traditional folklore show and tuck into a typical Argentinian barbeque (included).

Discover a side of Argentina that most people miss out on during a day trip to Cachi from Salta. Walk part of the Cuesta del Obispo loop, flanked by rock formations and cacti, without worrying about losing your way, and delve deeper into local culture than you would alone during your time amongst the colonial architecture of Cachi.

Journey into the verdant Pampas and learn about Argentina’s gaucho (cowboy) culture as you visit the historic town of San Antonio de Areco. Admire the colonial architecture and visit the gaucho museum, then head to a traditional Estancia (ranch) to meet the real-life gauchos and mount up for a scenic horseback ride or carriage ride. During the tour, feast on a hearty Argentine-style BBQ dinner, and watch the gauchos show off their skills during a live performance.

Delve into the rich biodiversity of Peninsula Valdes (Valdes Peninsula)—a UNESCO World Heritage Site—on a Shared tour that comes with the undivided attention of your guide. Heighten your chances of spotting elephant seals and sea lions, and enjoy a relaxed walking tour of Puerto Pirámides city.

Travel to Torres del Paine in a rugged adventure truck, using an unpaved short cut to shave hours from your time in transit. That means more time in Torres del Paine National Park, where you’ll spend the morning hiking to viewpoints with spectacular perspectives on the mountain landscape. After a provided, picnic lunch, set out on a 2-hour hike to Lake Pehoé and Lake Nordenskjöld.

See the penguins of Punta Tombo up close on a tour that takes you to a place where the largest colony of Magellanic penguins in the world roosts and raises their young. Wander through the rookery and see thousands of penguins caring for their chicks, molting their feathers and preparing to head back to the frozen south to hunt for fish.

Step aboard a ferry to travel between Argentina and Uruguay on this day trip. Head for Colonia del Sacramento, just across the water, and enjoy a river tour as well. Combine your water transportation with any of the tour options once you get there for a complete day exploring Uruguay.

The Road of the Seven Lakes is one of Argentina’s most memorable road trips, but unless you rent your own car, the only way to see it all in one day is to take a tour. On this full-day tour from Bariloche, soak up the scenery as you pass all seven of the famous lakes, plus enjoy stops in Villa La Angostura and San Martín de los Andes.

Explore Lujan de Cuyo and Maipu, world famous wine regions, on this full-day wineries tour. Visitors will be taken to premium wineries and the tour will be catered to fit visitors’ customisation and requests. Visitors will also enjoy the best of local gastronomy with a wine paired multi-course lunch. Enjoy an unforgettable wineries day with this service.

Argentina is famous for its Malbec wines, but you don’t have to visit Mendoza to enjoy an authentic wine tasting experience. Visit Bodega Gamboa, a modern winery on the outskirts of Buenos Aires, and sample a variety of Malbec red wines during a guided tasting. Finish with a 5-step gourmet lunch at the winery's exclusive restaurant.