Overview

Experience Argentina’s extraordinary diversity on a journey combining energetic cities, celebrated wine country, dramatic Patagonian landscapes and the traditions of the Pampas. Begin in Buenos Aires, where a guided cycling tour reveals Palermo’s colourful street art, cobbled streets and creative culture before travelling west to Mendoza.

Spend two memorable days exploring the vineyards of Luján de Cuyo and the spectacular Uco Valley, sampling Argentina’s acclaimed wines against a backdrop of the Andes. Continue south to Bariloche, where sapphire lakes, snow-capped peaks and native forests provide the setting for panoramic sightseeing, chocolate tasting, hiking and a scenic cruise to Victoria Island.



The journey concludes at an intimate colonial-style estancia in the heart of gaucho country. Surrounded by peaceful pastureland and ancient trees, enjoy traditional Argentine food, horse riding, cycling and time to relax before returning to Buenos Aires.

Day by Day Itinerary

Day 1 | Buenos Aires

Arrival at Buenos Aires International Airport, Ezeiza. Meet and Greet at the airport, and transfer to your hotel (50 minutes).

Check-in at the hotel and rest of the day at leisure.

The sprawling metropolis that glitters in the afternoon rays reflected from the River Plate is home to over one-third of the country’s population and an even greater portion of its economic output. Founded in 1580, Buenos Aires is one of the largest cities in South America. Also known as the city that never sleeps, its many and varied around-the clock attractions never fail to surprise and impress first-time visitors and are a source of recurring pleasure for those returning to the city. It is also a place where contradictions abound, where tradition thrives alongside innovation, testimony to the ease with which the versatile porteños  (port dwellers) absorb and adapt new trends and other cultures to their time- honoured customs.

Overnight at your hotel in Buenos Aires. Breakfast included, other meals independently.

Day 2 | Buenos Aires

Breakfast at the hotel.

Graffiti and Street Art Bike Tour (3 hours): pick up from the hotel and transfer to Palermo. At the designated meeting point, pedal your way through the streets of one of Buenos Aires city’s most famous and popular neighbourhoods and discover what Palermo is all about.

Dive into this scene at the places where street art talks constantly about the historical moment it was born in. Squish-in to explore along little cobblestone streets. Cycle past lots of street art. Stop, feel and understand its origins, take pictures, and discuss their hidden meanings. Finish up together at a top gallery/bar run by the artists themselves, with a beverage in your hand.

Private transfer to the airport for your flight from Buenos Aires to Mendoza (90-minute flight). Upon arrival in Mendoza, you will be met at the airport by a guide for a private transfer to the hotel.

Check-in and rest of the day at leisure.

Overnight at the hotel in Mendoza. Breakfast included, other meals independently.

Day 3 | Mendoza

Breakfast at the hotel.

Full day Lujan or Maipu Region with Winetasting

Start your day with a journey into Luján de Cuyo, Mendoza’s sun-drenched wine haven and the proud home of Argentina’s iconic Malbec. Nestled at the foot of the Andes, this region offers the perfect climate and soil for world-class wines. Savour tastings at some of the country’s most celebrated wineries—like El Enemigo, Norton, or Terrazas de los Andes—and let rich aromas, bold flavours, and stunning vineyard views ignite your senses. Cheers to a day of unforgettable indulgence in the soul of Argentine wine!

Overnight at the hotel in Mendoza. Breakfast and lunch included, other meals independently.

Day 4 | Mendoza

Breakfast at the hotel.

Full day Uco Valley with Winetasting

Just an hour from Mendoza, the Uco Valley dazzles with snow-capped peaks, sunlit vineyards, and sleek, modern wineries. Nestled at the foot of the Cordón del Plata and rising to 1,400 meters, this high-altitude haven produces some of Argentina’s finest wines. Cruise the scenic Los Cerrillos Route to Tupungato, where volcano views and world-class tastings await at wineries like Salentein, Andeluna, and Clos de los 7. It’s a wine country at its most breath-taking.

Overnight at the hotel in Mendoza. Breakfast and lunch included, other meals independently.

Day 5 |   Mendoza / Bariloche

Breakfast at the hotel.

Private transfer to the airport for your flight from Mendoza to Bariloche (90 minutes). Upon arrival in Bariloche you will be met at the airport by a guide for a private transfer to the hotel.

Overnight at the hotel in Bariloche. Breakfast included, other meals independently.

Day 6 | Bariloche

Breakfast at the hotel.

From the hotel wind your way around the Nahuel Huapi Lake to Panoramic Point, passing by Puerto Pañuelo and beautiful San Eduardo Chapel. Along the way, there are a number of local ceramic studios, leather shops, textile stores, tea houses, craft breweries, and several other shops to check out. During this drive a stop at Campanario Peak is included where you can take the chairlift to the top, to stand at the edge of the bluff or wander around the café’s terrace as you take in the amazing views. It´s hard not to think of this as a top 10 view in the world.

In the afternoon, enjoy a Chocolate Tasting: entering a new world of exotic flavours, textures and different ways of presenting chocolates. A unique, participatory activity, including an introductory talk to the world of chocolate given by a brand ambassador, with materials and tasting for all participants.

Blind tasting of gourmet spiced chocolate: Spices awaken the taste buds, and when combined with chocolate, the flavours really pop in the mouth. Taste dark, milk and white chocolates with 7 different spices such as cardamom and pepper.

Overnight at the hotel in Bariloche. Breakfast included, other meals independently.

Day 7 | Bariloche

Breakfast at the hotel.

Bariloche hike experience (intermediate difficulty level)

Pick up from the hotel, and transfer to the trekking trail. Taking a quiet walk through the forest while catching sight of the incredible surroundings is the best way to approach Patagonia. This walk in the forest goes along a trail with gentle slopes that allows you to see coihues, cypresses and other native trees.

The path leads to a viewpoint over Nahuel Huapi Lake and some stunning landscapes. There, glaciers in the high mountains, native forests, and islands that unfold in the arms of the lake, tell a story of thousands of years. The sounds of nature, birds chirping, wind whistling among the treetops, and the murmur of water at our feet, will keep you company throughout the walk.

Overnight at the hotel in Bariloche. Breakfast and boxlunch included, other meals independently.

Day 8 | Bariloche

Breakfast at the hotel.

Full Day Victoria Island Navigation

Victoria Island is a magical gem in the heart of Lake Nahuel Huapi—its vast, wild beauty stretching 20 kilometres long and draped in forests. Your adventure begins at the charming Pañuelo Pier, where a scenic cruise across sapphire-blue waters, framed by snowy peaks and lush shores, brings you to Puerto Anchorena. Guided trails wind through ancient myrtle groves and towering pines, echoing with legends and birdsong. Keep an eye out for the tiny pudú deer, wild boar, and colourful pheasants.

Overnight at the hotel in Bariloche. Breakfast and lunch included, other meals independently.

Day 9 | Bariloche / Buenos Aires / San Miguel Del Monte

Breakfast at the hotel.

Private transfer to the airport for your flight from Bariloche to Buenos Aires (2-hour flight). Upon arrival in Buenos Aires you will be met at the airport by a guide for a private transfer (90 minutes) to the estancia for check-in. Please note the standard check-in time is 15:00 hrs.

Tucked away in the heart of the “gaucho country” (the famous Pampas) and set amidst century old trees, Estancia La Bandada is an authentic colonial style ranch located 90 minutes from downtown Buenos Aires.

La Bandada is 120 kms from the city of Buenos Aires, on the outskirts of San Miguel del Monte, a typical pampa town with its colonial style church, mayor’s house, and central plaza. It holds local traditions very dear and is the site of many festivities throughout the year.

This intimate 5-bedroom (14 beds) estancia is surrounded by grounds that are dotted with ancient oak and pine trees, first laid out in the 1830’s. The rooms are decorated in keeping with the tradition of an Argentine ranch at the turn of the century, many of the furnishings dating from the 19th century.

Overnight in San Miguel del Monte. Full Board and activities included.

Day 10 | San Miguel Del Monte

Breakfast at the hotel.

The ranch features almost 200 acres of pasturelands and a peaceful atmosphere where guests can spend time relaxing in the swimming pool, walking or bike riding. Horses are also available to ride under the shady trees or in the open fields. All meals are included at La Bandada: enjoy an exquisite selection of traditional local dishes! The estancia also features an organic kitchen garden.

Overnight in San Miguel del Monte. Full Board and activities included.

Day 11 | San Miguel Del Monte

Breakfast at the hotel.

Private transfer to the airport (90 minutes) for your return flight home.

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