10-Day Argentina Romantic Escape Tour

Buenos Aires has often been referred to as the “Paris of South America” because of its charming streets and alluring energy that are reminiscent of its dazzling, European counterpart. This is a perfect place for you to begin your tour of Argentina, and you will arrive at one of Buenos Aires’ two international airports, where you will be met by your private tour guide who will transfer you to the city center. Your guide will lead you to your luxurious hotel in the heart of Buenos Aires’ enchanting neighborhood of Palermo, which is encompassed by lovely, tree-lined streets and unique shops, plazas, and cafes.

Once you have settled in, you will meet your guide in the hotel lobby for a tour of some of the city’s most celebrated sights. You will discover the luscious Bosques de Palermo, which is Buenos Aires’ charming version of Central Park. You will also visit the notable Recoleta Cemetery, which is the burial site of Argentina’s most infamous figures such as Evita Peron. Then, you will visit the Centro as you tour La Casa Rosada, which is the executive mansion of Argentina’s President, before learning the history of picturesque San Telmo, which is Buenos Aires’ oldest neighborhood. In the evening, you should prepare to be dazzled by a display of one of the country’s most celebrated cultural experiences, which is a sensual, Argentine tango show that will be accompanied by a gourmet meal.

This morning, you will wake up to a delicious Argentine breakfast at your hotel before meeting your expert guide in the lobby for a tour of the vibrant neighborhood of La Boca. As you stroll through the streets of this colorful neighborhood, you can admire the charming buildings and shops, and when you least expect it, you may be dazzled by pairs of tango dancers who may spontaneously burst into action around you. During your stroll, you will be able to smell the aromas of thick, fresh-cut steak as it permeates the air. You will then stop for lunch at one of the many traditional restaurants along La Boca’s central street that will be recommended to you by your guide.

From here, your guide will direct you to another aspect of this eclectic city’s charming neighborhoods. Here, you will enjoy a private tango lesson with your partner that will be instructed by world-class tango dancers. As you dance together as a pair to the Latin-infused rhythms of the music, you will be able to feel the heated intimacy between you. You may begin to dance effortlessly across the tango studio with the backdrop of brilliant Buenos Aires. After your lesson, your private driver will return you to your hotel to freshen up before transferring you to the world-renowned Teatro Colon Opera House for an extraordinary show. You can admire the intricate architecture of the building before delighting in the spectacle of the wonderful performance.

After breakfast today, you will meet your guide in the hotel’s lobby before being transferred by private coach to today’s first destination: the famed Feria San Telmo. This lively, open-air market extends through the majority of the San Telmo neighborhood and is a wonderful way to sample a taste for classic porteno culture. You can wander through the endless aisles of booths, which will be filled with products that have been crafted by local artisans. As you and your partner stop to admire a portrait that was painted by a local artist, you can notice a crowd that will begin to form. If you walk over to it, you will be delighted to discover that a street-performing violinist has inspired an impromptu tango performance by passersby. This is the magic of Buenos Aires, and you will be elated to be experiencing it firsthand.

In the evening, your private driver will transfer you to the upscale neighborhood of Puerto Madero, where you will dine in luxury at one of the high-end gourmet restaurants that will be recommended to you by your expert guide. As you sip a glass of rich Malbec wine and take a bite of your exquisitely cut Argentine beef, you can gaze out in complete contentment over the glowing Rio de la Plata river, which will be illuminated by the stunning bridge of Puente de la Mujer.

You will have an early start and after a delectable breakfast this morning before meeting your driver in the hotel lobby for your transfer to the airport. You will embark on a quick flight to El Calafate, which is the heart of Argentina’s Patagonia region. From the airport, your private driver will transfer you to the picturesque port, where you will board a luxurious boat on which you will spend two nights lavishly cruising through the gorgeous Los Glaciares National Park.

On this grand cruise, you will sail through the lakes of Patagonia, visiting the magnificent glaciers and areas of the park that are typically inaccessible to tourists. You will enjoy the immense magnitude of the world-renowned Perito Moreno glacier, which is famous not only for its gigantic size but also because it is one of the world’s few remaining glaciers that is actually growing in size as opposed to shrinking. You will then bask in the natural beauty of Patagonia’s rugged landscape, taking in the stunning mountains, lakes, streams, and forests that abound from it. You will then be amazed by the endless ice fields, which are the second largest concentration of ice on the planet after Antarctica. Lastly for today, you will indulge in a gourmet dinner by candlelight as you reminisce with your partner on all you have experienced throughout your fantastic trip thus far.

This morning, you will wake up on a luxurious boat before venturing out on a cruise for the second day of your expedition through Los Glaciares National Park. Today, you will be provided with an exquisite breakfast that will be fit for a true gourmand. After you finish eating, you will be lead on a visit to the infamous Spegazzini and Upsala glaciers, which are famous for their tremendous size. Your ship will dock at various points throughout the day, offering you the opportunity to disembark and enjoy a few guided nature hikes through the untouched terrain of Patagonia.

As you trek through the Andean forest, you will find yourself completely awestruck by the natural beauty that surrounds you. You can breathe in the crisp, clean air of the mountains and feel a refreshing breeze as it rustles through your hair. If you look up, you will be to see your amazement as it is reflected in the face of your partner. Returning to the boat, you can sip a warm beverage on the dock as you glide along the calm waters of the park’s serene lakes. As the day comes to a close, you will delight in yet another phenomenal meal that will be prepared by the ship’s gourmet chefs, furthering your magical experience in the presence of luxury.

Today, after enjoying your final breakfast on the ship, you will disembark and be met at the port by your private driver. They will be transfer you to the airport for a comfortable flight to Mendoza, which is Argentina’s popular winemaking region. Upon your arrival, your driver will transfer you to your delightful, boutique accommodation in the heart of Mendoza, which will also be a wine lodge. You can take a moment to admire the view from your luxurious hotel at the foot of the Andes mountains with their snowy peaks that rise in the distance.

Once you have had time to freshen up, your expert guide will meet you in the hotel lobby for your first introduction to the beautiful wine country of Argentina. You will be transferred to one of Mendoza’s most charming bodegas for a multi-course, gourmet lunch that will be accompanied by a sensational wine pairing. As you luxuriate in your flawless meal, you will gaze out over the endless vineyards that are highlighted against the backdrop of the glorious Andes. You may think to yourself that you are truly having the experience of a lifetime, and after lunch concludes, you will spend the rest of the afternoon, wandering through Mendoza’s lovely city center at your leisure and delighting in the picturesque parks, plazas, and museums that are typical of this enchanting, Argentine city.

This morning, you will enjoy breakfast on the sunny terrace, savoring the warm morning sun on your face and feeling eager to begin another exciting day. You will meet your private tour guide in the hotel’s lobby to embark on a day of touring some of Mendoza’s finest wineries. As you visit each winery, you will unearth the intricacies of the winemaking process from winemakers whose families have owned these bodegas for generations. As you listen to their stories, you cannot help but notice that their passion for their craft is palpable, adding to the overall authenticity of this extraordinary experience.

At your final bodega or winery, you will delight in a curated tasting of some of Argentina’s finest vintages. You can savor the sweet, fruity tastes of the rich, Argentine Malbec that the country is famous for before reveling in the enchanting atmosphere that surrounds you. You can admire the old-world charm of the massive, wooden barrels that are used to age the wine that you will enjoy. You will then be provided with a calm serenity that this peaceful place breeds. You should take pleasure in living in the moment alongside your partner, cherishing this wonderful adventure that you are experiencing together. After your tour, you will be returned to your luxurious accommodation, where you can spend the rest of the evening however you see fit.

Today you will discover that there is much more to Mendoza than merely the charming bodegas and plazas that you have experienced. After breakfast, you will be accompanied by your private tour guide in the lobby and will set out on an exciting day trip into the heart of the Andes mountains. Just a short drive outside the city, you will travel along Argentina’s famed Route 7, which is part of the Pan American Highway, where you will witness the many treasures that the Andes hold in store.

On your tour, you will be provided with the opportunity to marvel at the glorious peak of Aconcagua, which is the tallest mountain outside of Asia. You can visit rustic mountain villages and towns before stopping to purchase souvenirs that have been crafted by local artisans. You will be delighted by breathtaking views of the expansive Andes mountains that seem to continue endlessly. Afterward, you can completely immerse yourself in the purity and rawness of the natural world that envelops you by discovering the world-famous Puente del Inca, which is a scenic bridge that was once remarked upon by Charles Darwin. After a full day of exploring the mountainous Andes region, you will be escorted back to your luxurious hotel, where you can take your time, basking a relaxing spa treatment or massage. If you are not feeling up to the spa, then you can continue to enjoy Mendoza at your leisure.

This morning, you will need an early start as you depart for the airport and fly to Iguazu, which is the final stop on your whirlwind tour through Argentina. Upon arriving in Iguazu, you will be met by your private driver who will transfer you to your grand hotel that is not far from the falls. After you have had time to freshen up, you will meet your private tour guide in the hotel lobby for your transfer to the falls. Here, you will have the opportunity to view the magnificent Iguazu waterfalls from above as you delight in a romantic helicopter ride. As the falls form a natural boundary between Argentina and Brazil, you will have a bird’s eye view of both countries as you soar high above them with the loud whirring of the falls and the helicopter being the only discernible sounds.

Upon the completion of your helicopter ride, you and your companion will be led down the base of the falls where you will board a boat that will take you as close to this natural wonder as is safely possible. Stunned by the magnitude and sheer power of the falls, you can reach out for your partner’s hand as you approach the dazzling, falling waters together. Afterward, you will be very glad to have been able to experience something so truly magnificent and natural, and you may even be in awe that nature could produce something so breathtaking.

Today will be your final morning in Argentina. After a hearty breakfast, you will join your tour guide in the lobby one last time, and they will transfer you to the mouth of La Garganta del Diablo, or the Devil’s Throat, which is the largest and most impressive of Iguazu’s waterfalls. Standing at the edge of the falls and gazing over the lookout point alongside your partner, you cannot help but begin to reminisce on your journey thus far in addition to being blown away by the sheer magnitude of the falls. Your guide will then return you to your hotel, where you will gather your things and prepare for your private transfer to the airport for your departing flight home.