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Maximize your time in Buenos Aires with a private, personalized tour hitting many highlights in a few hours. Let your personal guide (separate from your driver) take care of all the details as you’re driven around the city, listening to insights, facts, and stories along the way. You’ll see Casa Rosado, Caminito, Recoleta Cemetery, Mercado San Telmo, the biggest leather factory, and enjoy tasting mate and alfajores before returning to your hotel.

Explore the Beagle Channel by yacht on this half-day tour of Argentina. Climb aboard the boat for a tour focused on nature and wildlife. Admire views of Isla Alicia, Isla Pajaros, and Isla de Lobos, as well as local landmarks like Les Eclaireurs Lighthouse, built in 1919. Disembark at the Bridges Islands for a walk and hear stories about the flora, the birds and the Yámana aborigines.

Set sail from Ushuaia on a Beagle Channel cruise for the rare chance to explore an extreme part of the world. Glide past the Les Éclaireurs Lighthouse, often called the 'Lighthouse at the End of the World,' and stop for close-up views and photos. Continue to bird-rich islands such as Isla de los Pájaros, and disembark to explore Karelo Island on foot.

Delve into the Teatro Colón, considered to be one of the top 5 venues in the world, due to its acoustics. Follow your guide around this opera house, famous for its chandelier with 700 light bulbs, and ceiling frescoes. Hear about the history of Argentina's most famous cultural treasures. Choose between an English, Spanish, and Portuguese language tour when you book. Then, arrive at the theater to start your tour. Walk through the majestic halls of this opera house dating back to the early 1900s. Marvel at the horseshoe-shaped auditorium and explore the backstage areas. See the beautiful ceiling frescoes, which were painted by artist Raul Soldi. Learn the history of this venue on this guided tour, and hear about the many performances and ballets that have taken place here over the years. (Argentine nationals can get special discounts by purchasing directly at the Theatre. If the tour is rescheduled and the client accepts the change, no refunds can be requested afterwards.)

With two sides and myriad sights to discover, knowing where to start your Iguazu sightseeing can be tough. This activity-packed tour of the Argentinian side of Iguazu Falls includes rides on a boat, a truck, and a train through the subtropical rainforest—so you can admire the cascades from a variety of perspectives. Hotel pickup and drop-off from Puerto Iguazu are included for extra convenience.

Just a few hours is plenty of time to explore on this guided tour of Buenos Aires, ideal for first-time visitors to Argentina's vibrant capital city. Your guide takes you through the city to its top attractions like La Boca, Palermo, and San Telmo, all while filling you in on the city's history and culture.

Marvel over the mighty Iguazu Falls on this full-day tour of the Argentinean side, including round-trip transport from Puerto Iguazu. Follow three equally thrilling walking circuits, look out over the thundering Devil's Throat, feel the powerful spray of the water during a boat ride into the falls, and go off-road during a jungle truck ride. Entrance fees not included. Upgrade to travel in a small group.

Explore Buenos Aires’ Palermo neighborhood through your tastebuds on a small-group foodie tour. Visit several different restaurants, where you sample at least eight local dishes and drinks to fill you up—vegetarian and gluten-free options are available with prior notice. Your guide teaches you about Argentinian culinary traditions and answers any questions you may have. Choose from day or evening tours to suit your schedule.

When your cruise ship docks at the End of the World, make the most of your limited time exploring this spectacular part of Patagonia on a shore excursion to Tierra del Fuego National Park and the End of the World train (tickets not included). Let someone else focus on navigating so that you can admire the glacier lakes, snow-capped mountains, and ancient forests that make this remote region so alluring.

Knowing the best spots to appreciate El Chalten’s scenic landscape can be tricky on a self-led hike. Eliminate the need for advanced planning on a full-day trek through the region, led by a professional mountain guide. Discover views of Río de las Vueltas and Monte Fitz Roy.

When it comes to salt flats, Bolivia might hog the limelight, but northern Argentina hosts its very own Salinas Grandes, bright white landscapes that appear to go on forever. This stress-free tour makes exploring the rural desert region a breeze by including transportation that keeps you cool and saves you the stress of driving.

Get to know Buenos Aires on this guided half day tour where you'll be driven to several stops in a private, air-conditioned vehicle, and also be walking between places. This is the perfect way to get an overview of the city upon arrival, or for those who have just a few hours in the city to walk. Among the stops are Alberto J. Armando Stadium (La Bombonera), Casa Rosada, and Recoleta Cemetery, but the entrance fees are extra.

Buenos Aires has a delicious gastronomic scene, and this hassle-free, small-group tour helps you navigate it with the assistance of your local guide. They take you to the best spots in historic San Telmo trying samples of both food and wine. Discover places you want to come back to another time and try even more delights on the menus.

Mendoza is Argentina’s largest wine region and famous for its Malbec, as well as Cabernet Sauvignon and Chardonnay wines. On this small-group tour, enjoy an intimate wine tasting experience as you explore local wineries and vineyards. Sample a variety of Argentine wines during expert-led wine tastings and indulge in a gourmet wine tasting lunch with five courses, each paired with fine wines.

Experience two of Ushuaia's top attractions on one convenient tour that saves you the hassle of making separate bookings. Pay full attention to the natural wonders of Tierra del Fuego National Park as you're driven between highlights, and ride a historic railway route on the End of the World Train—tickets are included to guarantee your spot on this popular train.

Don’t just admire the Perito Moreno Glacier from a distance, discover the highlight of Los Glaciares National Park from three different perspectives during a trekking tour that reveals panoramic views of the landscapes. Hike at your own pace on the ice using provided equipment, sail along the glacier walls by boat, and visit several viewpoints of the glacier. Upgrade to include convenient pickup and drop-off in El Calafate.

Check out the magnificent Perito Moreno Glacier, which can reach up to over 260ft (80m) high, on this full day trek, either guided or non-guided- your choice. You'll have a chance to walk along the glacier walkways, and get tons of photos from viewpoints along the way. This tour starts in Los Glaciares National park, which is about 50m (80km) from El Calafate.

No visit to Patagonia is complete without exploring Tierra del Fuego National Park, and this small-group tour showcases the highlights of the remote expanse. Explore ancient Patagonian landscapes, short walks, and strategic stops to capture the best photos of the End of the World. You'll also have the option to tailor your tour by adding on the End of the World train.

Perfect for those with a short time in Argentina, this private guided tour transports you from Buenos Aires to Iguazú National Park, where you can explore the falls from the Argentinian side, in a single day. This captivating experience also includes airfare and national park admission fees for a stress-free outing. Plus, your guide tells you all about the falls and its history, too.

Admire the spectacular sights of Buenos Aires on a half-day bike tour of the Argentinian capital’s architectural highlights. Beside your knowledgeable guide, cycle through vibrant neighborhoods such as La Boca and Puerto Madero, and marvel at landmarks including Casa Rosada, La Bombonera Stadium, and Plaza de Mayo. Throughout the tour, make regular stops to listen to informative commentary and gain an inside perspective of Buenos Aires from your guide. All safety equipment is included on this tour.

Take in the mighty waterfalls at the UNESCO-listed Iguazu Falls during this excursion to the viewing area located across the Brazilian border. Feel the roar of this epic waterfall as you wander a short walkway that ends at the stunning Floriano Falls. Enjoy included hotel pickup and drop-off for a seamless experience. Note that the National Park entrance fee is not included. Conclude the tour back at your accommodation.

Tour the Curcuito Chico to get a taste of Bariloche's gorgeous natural attractions during this half-day excursion. In downtown Bariloche, see the houses of pioneers who settled the area, the Nautical Club and the Melipal neighborhood. Skirt Lake Nahuel Huapi on the journey to attractions like San Eduardo Chapel, Puerto Pañuelo and the Llao Llao Hotel. Stand in the shadow of the impressive Mt Campanario, looming 3,444 feet (1,050 meters) tall. In the short, 37-mile (60-km) journey, view the regions mountains, lakes and verdant forests. Round-trip transportation from Bariloche hotels is included.

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.