Art of Patagonia

Your private guide will be at Ezeiza International Airport ready to give you a kind welcome to Buenos Aires, helping you to familiarize with Argentina and answering any question you might have about your trip plan.

After a private ride of one hour approximately, you will be arriving at the selected hotel.

Check in and have the rest of the day at leisure to explore the city on your own.

In the evening, get dinner at THE ARGENTINE EXPERIENCE.

This is much more than its headline dish of exquisitely cooked fillet steak accompanied by free-flowing Malbec. It is more like an intensive crash course in Argentine culture, complete with empanada and alfajor making sessions.

The communal dining tables are the first clue that the Argentine Experience is very much a group effort.

Socializing with your fellow guests is compulsory, and the first act of team bonding is to put on a checked apron and chef’s hat, ready for action.

As the Malbec flowed freely and mini dishes of provoleta cheese and choripan were brought out, we exchanged travel stories and talked to our hosts about Argentina.

• Transfers to/from the restaurant are not included.
• Restaurant is located in Palermo neighbourhood.
• Please advise on any dietary requirements or restrictions at the time of booking.

 Overnight: Alvear Palace Hotel

Today, explore some of the top spots in Buenos Aires on a private city tour.

We begin the tour around Plaza de Mayo, home to the national government palace and the Metropolitan Cathedral to visit later the area of San Telmo, where the antique markets, candle street lighting, cobbled roads, and historic buildings with original facades and décor create a lovely bohemian atmosphere.

In this district you will get the chance to visit the archeological site El Zanjón de Granados, one of the most amazing city secrets.

Tunnels & Mystery will take you to a voyage into the origins of the city.

You will travel back in time as descending from a beautifully restored 1830s house into other architectural elements.

A spectacular labyrinth of wide, vaulted brick tunnels long walled off and buried on the site.
The museum offers a fascinating and unusual glimpse into Buenos Aires history.

Guided tours will allow you to rediscover artifacts and images of the life in Buenos Aires over five centuries. History and myth await you!

We will continue the tour to La Boca, a neighborhood famous for its brightly-painted houses where the Italian immigrants used to live in the end of the IXI Century.

Full of tango dancers, painters, artists, flea markets and souvenir shops, it is for sure the most famous area in town.

It’s also home to the legendary Boca Juniors Football Club, where Diego Maradona made his name.

Finally, we will visit Puerto Madero, which is situated on the riverside along the Río de la Plata. This major gastronomic and business hub is situated in former commercial docks. Along the canals, these former industrial warehouses were converted into elegant bars, eateries, and offices during one of the most successful urban waterfront restoration projects in the world.

• Private guide & transportation.
• Not available on Saturdays. The museum is closed.
• Group guided tour at El Zanjón de Granados.
• Lunch not included.
• Estimated duration: 5 to 6 hours.

Overnight: Alvear Palace Hotel

We continue the visit of Buenos Aires exploring some other beautiful areas in town.

Recoleta: the most refined and European style districts of Buenos Aires and probably what people have in mind when they refer to Buenos Aires as “the Paris of the south. Its tree-lined avenues are home to fashionable restaurants, cafes, boutiques, malls, galleries and luxury hotels. The Cemetery is one of the main attractions, the final resting place for generations of Argentine well known citizens like Evita Peron.

Palermo: the largest neighborhood in town, home to huge parks and some of the city’s trendiest bars, clubs and fashion boutiques. With nearly 350 acres of parks, lakes and wooded areas Palermo’s eastern side is a peaceful retreat from the heady rush of the downtown area.

We invite you to discover in the incredible Casa Ayma, an old and picturesque mansion of Palermo Viejo in the heart of the design district of Buenos Aires. There, you can find one of the last ponchos ateliers in the world, where the fabrics from the textile mill are meticulously prepared so that afterwards they can be turned into luxury textiles.

Ayma is an Argentinean brand that specializes in creating luxury textiles and design objects with distinct craftsmanship. The house also holds a unique concept store decorated with a Jacquard machine from the early 19th century, tools and centenarian looms.

Ayma lays its foundations on the re-vindication of craftsmanship, timeless products, sustainability and art in all shape and form. Here, the knowledge of skilled weavers, designers, restorers, perfumers and botanicals meet.

• Private guide & transportation.
• Private visit to Ayma workshop. Not available on weekends.
• Lunch not included.
• Estimated duration: 5 to 6 hours.

Overnight: Alvear Palace Hotel

Pick up at your hotel and transfer to the airport to take your flight to El Calafate.

Upon arrival, a driver will meet you at the airport for a one hour transfer to EOLO Hotel.

EOLO embodies the spirit of Patagonia.

The hotel is conveniently located halfway between the city of El Calafate and Los Glaciares National Park, yet far from the commotion of the tourist activity in the area. The 10,000 acres property is a paradise for horseback riding, mountain bike rides, trekking, bird watching and, of course, to fully enjoy the subtle elegance of the installations.

It is a unique property that expands from a lagoon, to forests on the Cerro Frías’s slopes.

So close, and yet so far: that is exactly where EOLO is located, close to the most important southern icons: The Andes Mountains, the lakes and the glaciers – while immersed in the steppe’s windy silence.

EOLO’s design is one that dialogues with its surroundings. All of its spaces have outside views and the structure’s dynamics center around a vital element: the central garden. This surface facilitates circulation within the installations and allows enjoyment of the outside while finding protection from the Patagonian winds.

• Full board program.
• Please advise on any dietary requirements or restrictions at the time of booking.

Overnight: Eolo Hotel – Relais & Chateaux

After breakfast, we will start our guided tour along Route 11 towards Los Glaciares National Park. We will pass by the edge of the main body of Argentino Lake and move on towards the branch called Rico.

We will stop at the entrance of the National Park in order to pay the admission fee and, once inside the park, we will go to “Curva de los Suspiros” (“Curve of Sighs”), where we will get off the vehicle in order to see the Perito Moreno Glacier for the first time.

Further on, we will stop at the Muelle Bajo las Sombras (Pier Under the Shadows) to start the nautical safari, a one-hour group cruise which allows getting closer to the southern wall of the Glacier.

Then we will move on to the front catwalks of the glacier where we will watch it from different balconies and enjoy our free time by appreciating the various detachments.

Return to El Calafate in the afternoon.

• Private guide & transportation.
• National Park entrance fee included.
• Group navigation cruise included.
• Full day tour.
• Lunch not included.

Overnight: Eolo Hotel – Relais & Chateaux

Enjoy one of the outdoor options that are included in your experience program at Eolo Hotel.

TREKKING: On the surroundings of EOLO, one can take either gentle walks or intense hiking treks like to climb up the Cerro Frías viewpoints (3-4 hous hiking / Intermediate difficulty) and walk to the Flamingos lagoon (1-2 hours hiking / Low difficulty).

MOUNTAIN BIKING: Cycle rides through unique paths and trails of La Anita Valley, surrounded by the typical Patagonia landscape.
Duration: Variable according to the selected route. Difficulty: Low / Medium

BIRDWATCHING:  A hike to discover flora, fauna and birds that are typical to this region, among which the condor stands out with its majestic flight. Duration: 1 to 2 hours. Difficulty: Low.

HORSEBACK RIDING: It is an unforgettable experience to get acquainted with the Patagonian Gaucho lifestyle, enjoying panoramic views in a unique and exclusive surrounding. The activity begins at EOLO with two main options. A climb up the slopes of Cerro Frías, or a ride to the Flamingos’ lagoon. Duration: 2 hours. Difficulty: Intermediate (no experience required).

4X4: Admire the stunning views and scenery surrounding EOLO without any physical effort. The trail begins by the foothills of Cerro Frías, with intermediate stops at viewpoints before reaching the top. Duration: 2 hours. Difficulty: Low.

ZIP LINE: It takes place descending amidst forests and the slopes of Cerro Frias. The zip line has unique characteristics because of its length: there are five sections of approximately 1,500 feet each, making it an unparalleled activity in the area. Duration: 2 hours. Difficulty: Intermediate

Overnight: Eolo Hotel – Relais & Chateaux

Pick up at the hotel and private transfer to the airport to take your flight back to Buenos Aires.

Rest of day at leisure to visit the city on your own.

Explore the museums, take a break in one of the city historic cafes, discover the beautiful parks, merge with the locals walking down the streets.

In the evening, say goodbye to Buenos Aires with a unique Show at GALA TANGO, one of the most exclusive places in Buenos Aires to enjoy an authentic show.

With a beautiful décor and architecture down to the finest detail, it seems as though you have stepped into the 1930s, helping to create an experience that you will never forget.

For an hour and half, you will enjoy more than 30 artists on stage, a live orchestra and four couples dancing to the rhythm of the music.

• Private pick up and drop off at the hotel is included.
• Dinner is not included. You can request it at the time of booking.

Overnight: Alvear Palace Hotel

Your guide will pick you up in the morning at the hotel and depart for San Antonio de Areco to discover the land of Argentina “gauchos” and the typical Buenos Aires countryside landscape called “pampa”.

The drive includes breathtaking views of the pampas and, along the way, your guide will tell you about the fascinating history of Gaucho people as well as explain their current lifestyle.

After arriving in San Antonio de Areco, you will enjoy a guided visit around the main plaza to discover the village and its history.

You’ll visit historic buildings, such as old gaucho bars (pulpería), the Parish of San Antonio de Padua and a silversmith workshop, traditional artisans of this area. You’ll also tour the Ricardo Güiraldes Gaucho Museum, in which you’ll learn about the life of the writer who narrated, in great detail, the real life of the countryman. Güiraldes was inspired by his own Estancia located in San Antonio de Areco.

After this special tour, we’ll head to the Estancia LA BAMBA DE ARECO, for your special two nights before getting your flight back home!

This Estancia (ranch in Spanish) is one of the oldest estancias in Argentina, recently renovated with great care as a boutique hotel, successfully combines luxurious comfort and colonial elegance.

The feeling of being welcomed into a private home, into a property steeped in history and tradition makes this hotel a special and timeless place for relaxation. Exquisite cuisine, refined service, gaucho traditions and equestrian sports add to the unique magic of La Bamba. 

• Private guide & transportation for San Antonio de Areco tour.
• Museums entrance fee included.
• Full board program at Estancia La Bamba de Areco.
• Please advise on any dietary requirements or restrictions at the time of booking.

Overnight: La Bamba de Areco Ranch – Relais & Chateaux

Enjoy a n authentic day at the countryside!

Excursions on horseback, by carriage, or mountain bike, Argentinian bowls game, hot stone massages, the large swimming pool and the numerous relaxation areas offer the traveler an unforgettable restful experience and an incomparable way to restore energy.

La Bamba de Areco also serves as the base for the international polo team that bears its name. The property includes two polo fields and the guest can also watch games during the season, with practice sessions and matches taking place almost daily.

Although it is not intended to be a polo school, arrangements can be made on request for guests who are experienced polo players. (Not included in the lodge rate)

• Breakfast, lunch & dinner included.
• Activities included.

Overnight: La Bamba de Areco Ranch – Relais & Chateaux

At indicated time, pick up at the Estancia for a two hours’ private transfer to Ezeiza International Airport to take you flight.