Destination
Argentina Holidays
Tango the night away
Be swept away by the infectious Latin spirit in Argentina, home to sultry tango, icy landscapes and the Andean peaks.
Visit characterful Buenos Aires, head to Los Glaciers National Park and see the world-famous Iguazu Falls for breathtaking vistas and plenty of photo-taking opportunities. At the eastern foothills of the Andes, you'll find Mendoza; a panoramic heaven that's famous for its wine, its nightlife and its atmospheric markets. Plus, you'll have the chance to spot whales, sea lions and penguins along the Peninsula Valdes' coastline.
Twin your stay with Brazil: land of the samba beat, world-class football and Copacabana Beach. Or, head to Peru where you'll get to experience the Inca trail and explore the ancient Machu Picchu ruins.
Destination Highlights
Essential Information
See Practical Information- Time Zone GMT -3
- Currency Argentine peso (ARS)
- Visa Information British citizens aren’t required to obtain a visa for travel to Argentina.
- Language Spanish
- Flight Time 14 hours; direct flights are available from London Heathrow to Buenos Aires. Indirect flights are available from other UK airports.
- Health Information No special vaccines are required or recommended for travel to Argentina.
Top Tips from our Experts
Barbara
Destination Specialist
“Make sure to include a few nights in Argentina’s wine capital, Mendoza for some fantastic wine tasting in the vineyards.”
Gina
Destination Specialist
“if you’re a meat lover then you will love Argentina, It’s home to some of the best steak houses in the world.”
Natalie
Destination Specialist
“Live out your childhood dream of being a cowboy with an exciting experience when you stay on an authentic Estancia.”
Great sample itineraries
Here's a selection of popular itineraries to give you some ideas. But almost anything's possible so call us now and we'll create an amazing holiday just for you.
Argentina, More Than A Tango Tour
Guide Price £3,069 pp
Vibrant Argentina is famous for its love of dance but there is more than Tango to this fascinating country. Explore all Argentina has to offer from the cosmopolitan capital Buenos Aires, to the natural beauty of Patagonia and the Valdes...
Couples Holidays
Brazil and Argentina Multi Centre
Guide Price £2,359 pp
For some, the body-sway of samba rhythms and the passionate embrace of the tango are enough reasons for visiting Argentina and Brazil. Both countries can lay claim to exuberant musical cultures. Yet these vast countries can also offer so much...
Multi centre holidays
Highlights of South America Tour - 2018
Guide Price £5,079 pp
For an insight into South America in just two weeks, take our Highlights of South America tour. Visit the very different cities of Lima and Cuzco in Peru, Buenos Aires in Argentina and Rio de Janeiro in Brazil. Be amazed...
Escorted tours
Wine Tasting in Mendoza Tour
Guide Price £449 pp
Nestled in the foothills of Mount Aconcagua in the Andes, Mendoza is a fascinating oasis of green and one of the most endearing cities in Argentina. Famous worldwide for its Malbec grapes, wine is quite rightly the biggest attraction in...
Cultural holidays
Our Argentina destinations
Types of Argentina holidays
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights to Argentina take around 14 hours. There’s currently one direct flight option with British Airways from London Heathrow to Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini International Airport. Alternatively, there are indirect flights with KLM, Air France, Iberia and LATAM Airlines Brasil which offer routes from the UK to Argentina all year round.
The subway, or subte, is the easiest way to get around Buenos Aires and a tourist bus operates daily. Alternatively, local buses, known as colectivos or micros, are handy for short journeys. However, they are notorious for their high speeds. Taxis are inexpensive here.
Our favourite hotels
Our favourite places to stay are below. We know everyone is different, so if you can’t see something you like, we'd be more than happy to help.
