Top Activities on the Ground in Argentina - page 4

Explore the diverse landscapes and changing light of Patagonia on a moderately difficult hike to Esmerelda Lagoon. Trek through peat moss valleys and fuegian forests to reach the alpine lake, where you'll enjoy a snack and amazing views of mountain glaciers. Extended summer light means a chance to watch wild beavers emerge from their dams on the return hike for a memorable natural encounter.

Step into the home of a local for private cooking lesson during your time in Buenos Aires. This hands-on cooking class dives into some of Argentina’s most classic dishes with a range of menus suitable for all dietary restrictions. After all your hard work, enjoy your 3-course menu as you chat with your host over local wine and delicious food.

With us, you will feel like a local tango. We do not want you to live the tourist tango, but you can enjoy a real milonga night. You will be accompanied by two tango dancers who have been dancing in milongas for 20 years. You will know the codes, movements and the history of tango. The activity is semi private, we handle small groups so they feel accompanied and can learn and ask everything they want!

Explore the south city center of Buenos Aires on a bike during this 4-hour cycling tour. Pedal at a comfortable pace through San Telmo, Puerto Madero and La Boca. Listen to engaging commentary from your cycling guide about the history, culture, food and people of Buenos Aires. Learn about tango and futbol, the twin passions of Buenos Aires residents, through a visit to 'el Caminito', a colorful pedestrianized street and center of public city life. Use of all cycling equipment is included; this tour is suitable for riders of all levels.

Take a break from the bustle of Buenos Aires to explore Argentina's UNESCO-listed Iguazu National Park on this private, full-day adventure. Save time by catching a flight from the capital to the northern province of Misiones, where a guide will take you into the park and help you navigate the sprawling park with ease. Stare down into Devil's Throat from a catwalk on the edge of this spectacular waterfall, and learn about native plant and animal life while walking along nature paths and bridges. If you have an extra day in your BsAs itinerary, it's a stress-free way to fit in a visit to one of South America's natural wonders.

Experience the passion of an authentic Argentine tango at an evening show at the glamorous Tango Porteño. Customize your experience with add-ons such as a tango class and dinner with wine. See world-class dancers on stage, dressed in elaborate costumes and accompanied by a live band. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included.

The colorful neighborhoods of south Buenos Aires offer an atmospheric backdrop to a cycling tour, but the maze-like districts are best explored with the help of a local guide. This bike tour will introduce you to the tango district of San Telmo, the famous La Bombonera stadium in La Boca, the modern waterfront of Puerto Madero, and the idyllic Costanera Sur Ecological Reserve.

Experience Buenos Aires' Palermo Viejo neighborhood through your palate with this small-group culinary walking tour. You'll try all sorts of food, from Argentine sandwiches to steak, with the option to do a bit of wine tasting. While food is the focus of this walking tour, you'll also get a good feeling for the neighborhood as you explore on foot, with lots of opportunities to take photos of tree-lined streets and colorful street art.

Explore Buenos Aires on your own terms: by renting a bicycle. This 24-hour rental includes not only a well-maintained bike, but also a helmet and a bike lock. If you've got a kid with you along for the ride, you can also request a child seat at no extra charge.

Cycle far off the beaten path in Buenos Aires with a 4-hour bike tour of the city’s best graffiti and street art. Pedal through the backstreets and alleys of the historic San Telmo, La Boca, and Barracas neighborhoods, stopping to admire vibrant murals and explore the city’s evolution into one of the world’s urban art capitals at local design cooperatives and cafes.

Don’t get locked into an itinerary full of landmarks you’re not interested in or activities designed to make you part with your money. Explore Buenos Aires on your own terms with this open-ended full day bicycle hire. Take your bicycle out around the streets, side-alleys, parks, and promenades of the city. Staff can provide you with advice and recommendations for where to go, and maps for your phone are available to help you navigate, but otherwise, this tour is fully, refreshingly self-guided.

Argentina's capital is bustling and beautiful, so knowing where to start your sightseeing can be a challenge. Discover the many faces of Buenos Aires on this comprehensive city walking tour, ideal for first-time visitors. Stroll down the grand 9 de Julio Avenue, admire the landmark Obelisk and Palacio de Tribunales, and visit the bustling Plaza de Mayo, home to the Casa Rosada and Metropolitan Cathedral—all without having to constantly check your phone for directions. Plus, explore San Telmo, the modern Puerto Madero district, La Boca, and the grandiose Recoleta Cemetery, the resting place of Eva Peron (Evita).

Bike through Buenos Aires' Palermo, Puerto Madero and Recoleta neighborhoods on this 3.5-hour guided bike tour in the morning or afternoon. Visit major highlights of this Argentine capital city, including Barrio Norte and Recoleta Cemetery. Learn about the history and culture of Buenos Aires from your expert guide while enjoying local architecture and the city's green spaces.

We know that many of the landscapes of the Quebrada de Humahuaca speak for themselves, but touring them by bicycle accompanied by a guide will be a different and enriching experience.

Cycle around Buenos Aires to see the sights from the seat of your own bike. On this 4-hour sightseeing tour, follow your cycling guide from the historic neighborhood of San Telmo through the streets to the political center of Plaza de Mayo. Continue at a comfortable pace to Retiro and Plaza San Martin, making plenty of rest and photo stops. Explore Recoleta, Palermo and several of the city's bucolic parks. Use of all equipment is provided; this tour is suited for riders of all abilities.

Experience Buenos Aires like a local on a private half-day tour of the Argentinian capital’s landmarks and hidden corners. You’ll be able to customize your itinerary according to your interests—choose to admire cultural treasures such as Plaza de Mayo, Recoleta Cemetery, and Casa Rosada, or capture the bohemian charm of La Boca, Palermo, and San Telmo. Upgrade to include a hassle-free airport transfer after your tour.

Discover the beauty of Buenos Aires on this scenic bike tour. Begin in quaint San Telmo, and ride on to see modern Puerto Madero, the iconic Floralis Genérica sculpture, trendy Palermo, and elegant Recoleta with its famous cemetery. Learn about national history as you visit the Plaza de Mayo, Casa Rosada, and other buildings in the city’s main square. This 4-hour ride provides a great overview of Buenos Aires.

Experience Buenos Aires like a true *porteño* (local) with this private bike tour. Discover the history and culture of the city as you pedal through San Telmo, La Boca, Puerto Madero, and past such landmarks as the Casa Rosada. Admire architecture, street art, and monuments as you explore and feel free to ask your guide all your burning questions.

This 4-hour bike tour takes you through some of the most scenic areas in Buenos Aires. Visit Recoleta Cemetery, the Floralis Generica sculpture, and the stylish neighborhood of Palermo Soho. Along the way, you’ll see stunning French architecture, modern and old monuments, tombs of legendary historical figures, and peaceful wooded areas. Stop for snack of mate and alfajores to complete your experience.

Check out all the cool street art in Buenos Aires with this small group, guided cycle trip. Learn about the beginnings of the street art movement and see how it has grown. See the different techniques, and hear more stories from your guide. You’ll cycle through different neighborhoods, where you can see secret and not so secret works of art.

Half-day trekking in which you will enjoy a personalized activity. We will walk paths where the colors of the mountains will motivate us to interpret the different geological processes. The middle section of our route passes through a mud maze with vertical walls over 40 meters high. When we reach 2700 meters / nm we will rest, enjoying a unique landscape alone, maybe the condor will fly through our place of rest. The sun, the clouds, the wind will be our only travel companions. I offer you an activity in which we will walk 8 kms approximately. The circuit is located on the outskirts of Purmamarca being an exclusive place for which other people do not enter. It is a pleasant journey in which we will share stories about geology, native plants and their medicinal use, as well as the history of the region.

Get a true taste of Argentina’s “gaucho” countryside lifestyle with this private horseback riding tour, an experience that most travelers overlook. Head out into the Sierra Mountains and tour a local ranch before you head out on your leisurely ride. Halfway through, refuel with a traditional lunch complete with local wines.

See the sights like a local on an action-packed bike tour, focusing on the highlights of Buenos Aires’ south side. Cycle through the lively streets of downtown Buenos Aires, stopping to admire the palatial architecture of Plaza de Mayo and the historic tango halls of San Telmo. Next, pedal your way to the waterfront district of La Boca, famous for its multi-colored buildings and La Bombonera stadium, and finish with a ride through the scenic Costanera Sur Ecological Reserve.

Pedal your way around the sights on a 4-hour Buenos Aires north circuit bike tour and cycle past architectural monuments, modern landmarks and landscaped parks. Weave your way through the crowds of Avenue 9 de Julio and Avenue de Mayo, admire the French colonial buildings of Plaza San Martin, and stop for a photo by the Floralis Genérica, a futuristic flower sculpture that ‘blooms’ each day with the sunrise. Finish your tour with an optional visit to the magnificent Recoleta Cemetery, the resting place of former presidents, Nobel Prize winners and Evita.