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Buenos Aires: Hop-On Hop-Off City Bus Tour

1. Buenos Aires: Hop-On Hop-Off City Bus Tour

Get a complete picture of Buenos Aires with a 24, 48, or 72-hour, hop-on hop-off bus ticket. Discover traditional neighborhoods like La Boca, San Telmo, and Puerto Madero, as well as the most modern ones, such as Palermo and Belgrano. Benefit from an included audio guide to find out more about the places you pass. With your ticket, hop on and off at any of the 25 stops on the bus route for a period of 24, 48, or 72 hours. The main stop is in the city center and as the tour progresses, you'll see emblematic buildings, historical places, cultural spaces, and the different Buenos Aires neighborhoods. The bus will stop at certain stops to connect you with other activities and tourist attractions. Either stay on the bus all the way around the loop and enjoy the colorful sights and informative guides or use the bus as a great way to get to your next attraction. You're sure to have a fun time and you might just hear something surprising about this big city. If you get tired of sightseeing, the open-top buses are a great place to rest and still see a large part of the city.

From Buenos Aires: Colonia Ferry Tickets and Optional Tour

2. From Buenos Aires: Colonia Ferry Tickets and Optional Tour

Enjoy a day trip to Colonia del Sacramento, the first site in Uruguay to be declared a UNESCO World Heritage site. Explore the city with a round-trip ferry ticket from Buenos Aires to Colonia city. Select from options that include a walking tour, a teahouse visit, and a winery tour. Founded in 1680 by the Portuguese Manuel Lobo, the city went from Portuguese to Spanish rule several times until the Declaration of Independence in 1825. Discover how these events made the city a melting pot of architectural styles where Spanish and Portuguese-style buildings coexist.  Walk down cobbled streets and enjoy the unique landscape with spectacular views of the Rio de la Plata. Experience the charming houses, cobbled streets, traditional lanterns, and magical sunsets of El Porton de Campo alongside the Street of Sighs and Faro. If you choose the option that includes the walking tour, your guide will be waiting for you at the ferry station, ready to tell you all about the history of this incredible town. Return to Buenos Aires via the same ferry route at the end of your day trip.

Buenos Aires: Iguazu Falls Semi-Private Tour with Flights

3. Buenos Aires: Iguazu Falls Semi-Private Tour with Flights

Take a one-day break from the hustle and bustle of Buenos Aires to explore Iguazú National Park with this private, full-day adventure. You will be picked up early in the morning by a driver to take you to Jorge Newbery Airport. When you land after a roughly two-hour flight, you will meet your guide and board a private vehicle equipped with air conditioning to head to Iguazu National Park while your guide provides you with an overview of the region. After a 15-minute drive, you will arrive at the visitors center at the entrance of Iguazú National Park and skip the line with your reserved tickets. First, you will go to the Nature Interpretation Center to learn more about the foundation of the park and its local flora and fauna. Then, you will jump aboard the park train with your guide, stopping at the Cataratas Station after an eight-minute trip. If you prefer, you can also get to the station on foot, following the green path towards the Upper and Lower trails. While you walk along the path, you will be amazed by the magnitude of the waterfalls on the Argentinian side. The trails are perfectly placed and easy to walk, offering visitors spectacular views of this natural wonder. At midday, follow your guide to the food center and enjoy a little rest and lunch (not included) before taking the train to the Garganta del Diablo Station, further into the forest. Garganta del Diablo (The Devil’s Throat) is the biggest fall in Iguazu National Park, and the catwalks take you right on top of it! Be surprised and amazed by the strength and volume of water, which creates a permanent fog above the fall. Since this is a private tour, you can determine the order in which you’d like to view the park’s attractions and set the pace that suits you. After spending a day astonished by the park’s many falls and discovering more about this natural treasure, your guide will take you back to the Puerto Iguazu Airport in a private vehicle to take your flight back to Buenos Aires. When you arrive at the Jorge Newbery Airpark or Ezeiza Airport, a private driver will be waiting for you to take you back to your hotel.

Tigre Delta Premium Small-Group Tour from Buenos Aires

4. Tigre Delta Premium Small-Group Tour from Buenos Aires

On this fun-filled half-day tour of Tigre and Buenos Aires, embark on an adventure that offers the perfect balance between nature and history. Take in the views on a boat ride, shop local products at a market, and visit the Cathedral of San Isidro. After hotel pickup, hop on a cruise on the widest river in the world while getting spectacular views of the Buenos Aires skyline from the waters of the Río de la Plata (La Plata River). After one hour on the river, arrive at the Parana River’s Delta, a place that truly feels like a fantasy land. Once in the delta, the boat ride continues through a series of narrow channels and islands, a popular weekend getaway for residents of Buenos Aires and an everyday home to thousands of islanders. Experience the majestic scenery that's very different from anything you have seen before while learning all about the locals who live along the peaceful channels with boats as their only means of transportation. At lunchtime, the boat will drop you off at Tigre, a major city within the Buenos Aires suburbs. Enjoy an authentic snack including empanadas (local pasties) and drinks at a historical venue that belongs to the Italian Rowing Club of Tigre City. For the rest of the tour, hop on board a vehicle and drive through the northern suburbs of Buenos Aires to get an overview of what life is like in the outskirts of Argentina’s capital city, home to about 25% of the total population of the country. Along the ride, visit several sites, including the fruit market, a type of bazaar where locals shop for home goods and where you can find some authentic souvenirs. Head to San Isidro, where you'll get to visit the district’s neogothic cathedral. Once the trip is over, get driven back to Buenos Aires. You can choose to be dropped off somewhere on the way to keep exploring the city or you can be taken back to your hotel.

Buenos Aires: Piazzolla Tango Show with Optional Dinner

5. Buenos Aires: Piazzolla Tango Show with Optional Dinner

Enjoy a night of live tango and dance performances in the historic Galería Güemes, a classic 1915 theater in the heart of Buenos Aires. The show pays tribute to Astor Piazzolla, one of the most important tango composers in Argentina. Opt for a 3-course dinner and drinks before the show.  The show is conducted by the Piazzolla Tango sextet, and great Argentinean voices will perform Las Cuatro Estaciones del Tango (Four Seasons of Tango). Enjoy music based on traditional songs by Astor Piazzolla, who brought a new face to traditional tango, and other great Argentinian composers. Select the drinks package to enjoy 2 drinks along with the show tickets. Or choose the dinner option, and savor a delicious 3-course meal with drinks before the performance starts.

Buenos Aires: Puerto Madero Sunset Cruise with Open Bar

6. Buenos Aires: Puerto Madero Sunset Cruise with Open Bar

Hop aboard for a 1-hour sunset tour of Buenos Aires from the water.  Upon arriving at your meeting point at the North Dock of the Port of Buenos Aires, you can start drinking at the open bar. During the tour, you will observe the interior of the port of Buenos Aires and its different activities, as well as the Buenos Aires National Immigration Museum, the Argentine Yacht Club, the ecological reserve of the city, the Benito Quinquela Martin cruise terminal, the silos of the cereal terminal, the electricity-generating plants and part of the Río de la Plata. Begin boarding at 5:30 PM and depart at 6:30 PM.  Then, enjoy your 1-hour ride, returning back to your meeting point at 7:30 PM.

Buenos Aires: Rojo Tango Show with Optional Dinner

7. Buenos Aires: Rojo Tango Show with Optional Dinner

Tango will always be one of the main Argentinian forms of art and the Rojo Tango show gives you the most exclusive tango experience in Buenos Aires. These dancers, singers, and musicians are praised as some of the best in the country. Inside the five-star Faena Hotel, refurbished and decorated by designer Philippe Starck, Rojo Tango is all about luxury.   The Rojo Tango Quintet Orchestra sets the tone for the effervescent and impeccable performance of the dancers, inside a cozy and exclusive spot that pays tribute to old French cabarets of the last century. With a maximum capacity of 100 people, you will travel back in time as you watch the dancers and become entranced in the music. Choose the 3-course dinner menu and try traditional Argentine cuisine, a fine selection of local wines, and cocktails and make this evening an even more incredible experience.

Buenos Aires: Tickets to Soccer Matches with Transfer

8. Buenos Aires: Tickets to Soccer Matches with Transfer

In Argentina, soccer is more than a sport — and Buenos Aires is the best city in the country to experience the fervor felt for it. Experience a true slice of Argentine culture as you cheer on the home team, surrounded by dedicated fans. On the day of the game, you’ll be picked up from your hotel. On the way to the stadium, your professional local guide will tell you all about the teams and players. Upon arrival at the stadium, join the local fans and warm up for the game. Watch Argentina’s National Team play to qualify for World Cup status, or see some favorite local soccer clubs compete, such as River Plate and Boca Juniors. Your guide will teach you the main team cheers so you can sing along with the local fans. At the end of the match, you will be dropped off back at your accommodation. Game dates are: September 21, 2019 Racing Club Vs Arsenal - Racing Club Stadium September 22, 2019 River Plate Vs Velez Sarfield - River Plate "El Monumental" Stadium September 29, 2019 Independiente Vs Talleres - Independiente Stadium October 5, 2019 Velez Sarfield Vs Independiente - Velez Sarfield Stadium October 6, 2019 River Plate Vs Patronato - River Plate "El Monumental" Stadium October 20, 2019 Huracan Vs San Lorenzo - Huracan Stadium October 21, 2019 Independiente Vs Argentinos Juniors - Independiente Stadium October 30, 2019 River Plate Vs Colon - River Plate "El Monumental" Stadium October 31, 2019 Lanus Vs Boca Juniors - Lanus Stadium November 3, 2019 Independiente Vs San Lorenzo - Independiente Stadium November 4, 2019 Huracan Vs Lanus - Huracan Stadium November 9, 2019 Racing Club Vs Huracan - Racing Club Stadium November 10, 2019 River Plate Vs Rosario Central - River Plate "El Monumental" Stadium November 23, 2019 Argentinos Jrs Vs Newells Old Boys - Argentino Jrs Stadium November 24, 2019 Independiente Vs River Plate - Independiente Stadium November 30, 2019 Racing Club Vs Defensa - Racing Club Stadium December 1, 2019 San Lorenzo Vs Patronato - San Lorenzo Stadium December 8, 2019 River Plate Vs San Lorenzo - River Plate "El Monumental" Stadium December 14, 2019 Independiente Vs Newells - Independiente Stadium

Highlights of Buenos Aires: Small Group 3-Hour Guided Tour

9. Highlights of Buenos Aires: Small Group 3-Hour Guided Tour

On this 3-hour tour, you’ll have the opportunity to see the main site of Buenos Aires. Begin at the Plaza de Mayo or May Square, the site of the most important historical events since the city’s founding. Your guide will show you the most important buildings and monuments and tell you about the square’s history. Then enjoy Avenida de Mayo (May Avenue) and marvel at the atmosphere of San Telmo, the oldest residential neighborhood in Buenos Aires. Walk along its cobble-stoned streets and explore its antique shops and picturesque buildings. Feel the beat of the original Argentinian tango in the neighborhood of La Boca. Walk along Caminito Street and watch the dancers and browse the shops. See the mythical Boca Juniors soccer stadium. Experience the modernization of the city as you travel along Madero Port and see its docks that are home to large office buildings and an array of dining venues. Pass through the Retiro neighborhood and then on to Palermo, the most exclusive residential area in Buenos Aires. Later, at your last stop, visit one of the most beautiful neighborhoods in Buenos Aires, el Barrio de Recoleta.

Buenos Aires: Empanadas and Alfajores Cooking Experience

10. Buenos Aires: Empanadas and Alfajores Cooking Experience

Learn about Argentina's culture through this presential experience. Ideal for adults and your kids, cook your very own Argentinian empanadas and make your own dulce de deche alfajores, hosted by a native guide in Buenos Aires. First, be shown how you and your family can prepare Argentinian empanadas, one of the most important dishes in the country, choosing between a meat or a vegan option. Learn how to make the famous dulce de leche and use it for the preparation of alfajores. Learn more about local Argentine culture and traditions through the preparation of some of its most iconic snacks.

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The trip to Uruguay is a rewarding day trip out of Buenos Aires Colonis has some interesting sights and museums to explore Boat trip is slightly more than an hour Its suggested to take the evening cruise to return as the sunset is beyond beautiful

It was a great tour. Our guide ( Stella ) was very informative, respectful and friendly. The driver was very cautious and helped us out& in in the Mini van. It was very enjoyable, strongly recommend this tour.

Very friendly and got there on time. Was patient when there were delays with baggage and customs.

Maria was fantastic. We really enjoyed the cookery class and highly recommend it.

Very knowledgeable. Good command of English. Nice mix of sites visited.