Want to Visit South America

Argentina

Duration 14 days Cost ~EUR 2,800 for two Season October-April (Spring/Summer), March (Patagonia) Currency ARS (Argentine Peso) USD 1 USD = 1,070 ARS Lang Spanish

“The world is a book, and those who do not travel read only one page.”

— Saint Augustine

Argentina draws you in with tango, world-class steak, Malbec vineyards, and the raw wilderness of Patagonia. From Buenos Aires’ European elegance to the glaciers of the south, it’s a country of bold contrasts and passionate culture.

Why I Want to Visit

Buenos Aires feels like a South American Paris, Mendoza offers Malbec with Andes views, and Patagonia is pure wilderness. The food alone — especially a proper asado — makes the trip worthwhile.

Planned Itinerary

Buenos Aires (4 days) - San Telmo tango, La Boca street art, Recoleta Cemetery, Palermo cafes, parrilla dinners
Mendoza (3 days) - Malbec tastings in the Uco Valley, cycling between bodegas, Andes views
El Calafate & Perito Moreno Glacier (3 days) - Ice calving, glacier trekking, Patagonian lamb
El Chalten (2 days) - Hike to Mount Fitz Roy and Laguna de los Tres
Ushuaia (2 days) - Tierra del Fuego, Beagle Channel boat trip, fresh king crab

What I’m Most Excited About

Intimate tango in a Buenos Aires milonga
Malbec tasting with Andes views in Mendoza
Ice calving at Perito Moreno Glacier
Hiking to Mount Fitz Roy’s iconic peaks

Where to Eat

Don Julio (Buenos Aires) — Top-rated Palermo steakhouse aging its own grass-fed beef. ~ARS 25,000-50,000. 📍 Maps
El Sanjuanino (Buenos Aires) — No-frills Recoleta spot for hearty northwestern Argentine cuisine. ~ARS 8,000-15,000. 📍 Maps
La Cabrera (Buenos Aires) — Famous Palermo parrilla with huge steaks and complimentary sides. ~ARS 20,000-40,000. 📍 Maps
Cafe Tortoni (Buenos Aires) — Iconic cafe since 1858 with tango shows and literary history. ~ARS 5,000-12,000. 📍 Maps
Bodega Ruca Malen (Mendoza) — Uco Valley winery with seven-course menu paired with their wines. ~ARS 30,000-55,000. 📍 Maps

Where to Stay

Alvear Palace Hotel ★★★★★ (Buenos Aires) — Grand Recoleta hotel with old-world elegance and lavish spa. ~ARS 180,000/night. Book
Mine Hotel ★★★★ (Buenos Aires) — Chic Palermo Soho boutique with courtyard pool. ~ARS 80,000/night. Book
Posada Los Alamos ★★★★ (El Calafate) — Charming Patagonian lodge with gardens and lamb restaurant. ~ARS 65,000/night. Book
Hostel Suites Palermo ★★ (Buenos Aires) — Social hostel in Palermo Hollywood with pool and barbecue. ~ARS 15,000/night. Book

Tours & Excursions

Buenos Aires Tango & Dinner Show — Tango show in a historic milonga with steak and Malbec dinner. 3h, ~ARS 35,000. Book
Perito Moreno Glacier Tour — Catwalks and optional ice trekking at the glacier. 8h, ~ARS 45,000. Book
Mendoza Wine Tour — Cycle between Uco Valley bodegas with tastings and gourmet lunch. 7h, ~ARS 30,000. Book
La Boca & San Telmo Walking Tour — Colorful Caminito, antique markets, and tango history. 3h, ~ARS 15,000. Book
Iguazu Falls Tour (Argentine Side) — Devil’s Throat viewpoint, upper/lower circuits, and boat ride. 8h, ~ARS 40,000. Book