Argentina Holidays

Argentina holidays are usually built around several destinations, with travel planned carefully to make the most of your time in such a vast country. Internal flights connect the main gateways, while guided excursions and shorter overland journeys allow you to explore each area in depth.

Many itineraries begin in Buenos Aires before continuing to places such as Iguazú Falls, Patagonia or Mendoza’s wine country. Each destination offers a different setting, from vibrant city neighbourhoods to glacier landscapes and vineyard valleys.

Our specialists help organise your journey so travel days remain manageable while giving you enough time in each place to properly experience the landscapes, wildlife and local character that make Argentina so memorable.

Argentina's Classic Highlights

For first-time travellers, we often recommend an itinerary such as Highlights of Argentina: Cities, Glaciers, Waterfalls & Wineries. Your journey begins in Buenos Aires before continuing to the immense Iguazú Falls, the Perito Moreno Glacier in Patagonia and the vineyards of Mendoza.

Travelling between these destinations introduces very different landscapes within a single journey, from rainforest in the north to the glacier-carved scenery of southern Patagonia. Time in Mendoza provides a quieter interlude, with vineyard visits, regional cuisine and wide views of the Andes, offering a different perspective on the country’s landscapes.

Exploring Argentina's North West 

If you’re looking for something less conventional, the northwest offers a very different perspective on Argentina. Here, Andean landscapes and indigenous heritage define the character of the region, far removed from the country’s more widely visited areas.

Our North West Argentina Explorer journey pairs Buenos Aires with the colonial city of Salta and the dramatic red desert valleys of the surrounding region. Scenic drives pass towering cacti, high-altitude vineyards and remote adobe villages, with landscapes influenced by centuries of Andean culture and historic trade routes. 

Antarctica & Southern Expeditions

If you want to take your journey further south, Argentina also serves as the main gateway to Antarctica. Many expeditions depart from Ushuaia at the southern tip of the country, where specialist polar vessels set out across the Drake Passage towards the Antarctic Peninsula.

Journeys such as Antarctic Explorer Express place you among ice-filled bays, towering glaciers and remarkable wildlife. Guided Zodiac landings bring you close to penguin colonies and resting seals, while whales are often seen in the surrounding waters. 

Multi-Country Journeys Across South America

Argentina also fits naturally into longer journeys across the continent.

Our Across South America itinerary links Chile, Argentina and Brazil, travelling from the Pacific coast of Santiago through Mendoza’s vineyards and Buenos Aires before reaching the immense Iguazú Falls and the Atlantic coastline of Rio de Janeiro.

If you want to experience several South American landscapes within one trip, our cross-country journeys offer a straightforward way to travel between iconic destinations.

Argentina’s variety is what makes it so special, a single country offering glaciers, rainforest, vineyards and cities alive with culture. Knowing how to link those contrasts is key to a rewarding journey, and that’s where our first-hand expertise matters most. 

Buenos Aires

The gateway to most Argentina holidays, Buenos Aires combines European grandeur with Latin energy. Its tree-lined avenues, cafés and tango halls capture the city’s unmistakable atmosphere, while neighbourhoods like San Telmo and Palermo offer a clear sense of its artistic heritage and evolving culture.

Travellers often begin or end their journey here, with time for guided city tours, evening tango performances and a taste of Argentina’s renowned cuisine before venturing into the wilds beyond.

Iguazú Falls

At Iguazú Falls, more than 250 waterfalls crash through tropical rainforest along the border with Brazil. Walkways lead to panoramic viewpoints and the thundering Devil’s Throat, where the full power of the falls can be felt.

The surrounding national park is equally impressive, home to an array of colourful toucans, butterflies and howler monkeys. Our guides help you explore, uncovering the region’s vibrant ecosystems with care and insight.

Mendoza & The Andes

Mendoza is the centre of Argentina’s wine world, home to most of the country’s vineyards and framed by a striking sweep of Andean peaks. Sunlit valleys and long rows of Malbec vines define the landscape, creating a natural link between mountain scenery and the region’s deep winemaking heritage.

Days here bring a mix of vineyard visits, tastings with local winemakers, cycling routes between family-run bodegas and gentle exploration of the foothills on horseback or on foot. Mendoza’s reputation for food is equally strong, with open-fire cooking, olive oil and regional produce making it a memorable stop for travellers who want wine, cuisine and mountain scenery woven into their journey.

Patagonia

Patagonia is one of South America’s most striking wilderness regions, a sweep of glacier-fed lakes, wind-shaped plains and mountain silhouettes that dominate the southern horizon. Its scale is immediately apparent in the sharp peaks of the Andes, the expanse of open steppe and the deep valleys carved over millennia.

In Los Glaciares National Park, trails lead to viewpoints overlooking some of Argentina’s most iconic natural sights, including the immense wall of the Perito Moreno Glacier. Away from the mountains, quieter routes across the steppe bring encounters with guanacos, condors overhead and the raw, elemental scenery that makes Patagonia memorable for walkers, photographers and nature-focused travellers.

Valdés Peninsula

On the Valdés Peninsula nature reserve, wildlife and open coastline combine in a way found in few other places on Earth. Depending on the season, you may see southern right whales, elephant seals, Magellanic penguins or orcas hunting along the shore.

The region is central to our Argentina wildlife holidays, where expert guides lead small-group excursions that support local conservation projects and promote responsible marine encounters.

Argentina can be visited year-round, but the experience changes with the season. The southern summer, from November to March, is the best time for Patagonia travel, when trails are open and conditions are ideal for exploring glaciers and mountain landscapes.

Between April and June, Mendoza’s vineyards come alive with harvest and wine festivals, while the north remains warm and dry, perfect for Salta and the Iguazú Falls. The cooler months from July to September bring whale watching to the Valdés Peninsula and quieter travel across the country’s central regions.

Our specialists plan every Argentina holiday package around what you want to see most, from wildlife migrations to wine seasons, ensuring you visit each region at its best.

All our holidays in Argentina provide you with the opportunity to create unforgettable memories. Every excursion and accommodation we choose is tailored to you, transporting you on a journey to the heart of this magical country and introducing you to some captivating wildlife and sights. 

Our Argentina in Style itinerary, for example, delves into pristine glaciers descending into turquoise lakes. Whereas with our Argentina Wildlife tour suggestion, you’re presented with havens for species like Magellanic penguins in Peninsula Valdes. It’s these types of authentic experiences which make visiting Argentina such an enriching and rewarding place to visit.

Every Argentina holiday we create is shaped around you, the wildlife you want to encounter, the landscapes you want to explore and the pace that feels right for your journey. Whether you’re crossing Patagonia’s open steppe, tasting wine beneath the Andes mountains or standing before the power of Iguazú Falls, our specialists know how to bring those moments to life.

Each itinerary is designed with care by people who know Argentina first-hand and work closely with trusted local guides, lodges and conservation projects. From the first call to return flight, every detail is planned to make your journey feel personal, authentic and connected to the country’s most inspiring regions.