Things to Do in Argentina
Beyond the headline sights, the list of things worth building a day around only grows, and many Argentina tours thread several of them together so the long internal distances become part of the adventure rather than a chore. Spacing a big travel day against a slower one tends to work far better than chasing every region at once.
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Tango night out: A backstreet milonga or a polished dinner show in Buenos Aires puts the city's signature dance centre stage, and beginners can take an early lesson before the locals take over the floor.
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Glacier trekking: Strapping on crampons for a guided walk across the Perito Moreno ice is a genuine highlight, with shorter boardwalk viewpoints for anyone who would rather watch the calving from dry land.
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Vineyard days: Guided Argentina wine tours around Mendoza pair Malbec tastings with long lunches and Andean backdrops, easily arranged by bike, private car or small group from the city.
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Iguazu circuits: Wooden walkways lead right into the spray at the Devil's Throat, and a boat ride beneath the falls leaves you thoroughly and memorably soaked on a hot northern afternoon.
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Whale watching: Between roughly June and December, boat trips off Peninsula Valdes bring southern right whales close, alongside penguin colonies, sea lions and elephant seals along the same wild coast.
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Gaucho estancia day: A ranch day out on the Pampas serves up horse riding, an open-fire asado and folk music, a relaxed window into the country traditions beyond the cities.
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Andean rail and drives: The Train to the Clouds and the Seven Lakes road both turn simple transfers into scenery-packed outings, well worth the early start for the views alone.