From Buenos Aires: Gaucho and Ranch Day Tour

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From Buenos Aires: Gaucho and Ranch Day Tour
Top rated
4.7093496 out of 5 stars
4.7
4.7093496 out of 5 stars
492 reviews

Visit San Antonio de Areco on a full-day tour from Buenos Aires. Tour the village, visit an estancia, enjoy a BBQ lunch, and see a folklore show.

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Duration 9 hours
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Live tour guide
English, Portuguese, Spanish
Pickup included
Pickup included from hotels located in Palermo, Recoleta, San Nicolas, Puerto Madero, San Telmo, Monserrat, and Retiro. Please provide your hotel name and address.
Small group
Limited to 12 participants

Highlighted reviews from other travelers

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Sarah – Kuwait

Veronice was such a friendly guide and very informative, she was friendly and considerate of everyone, even the driver Ivan was very good, the car was very clean and he was a very good nice driver.

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Brendan – United Kingdom

It was a fantastic day all around - Sabrina was a brilliant guide and host, and we all had the best time at the ranch. Would definitely recommend for anyone visiting Buenos Aires!

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Itinerary

  • Timeline stop icon

    6 pickup location options:

    Puerto Madero, San Telmo, Recoleta, Palermo, Monserrat, Retiro

  • Timeline stop icon

    San Antonio de Areco

    Visit, Guided tour (40 minutes)

  • Taller de Platería & Orfebrería Mariano Draghi

    Visit, Guided tour (15 minutes)

  • Parroquia San Antonio de Padua

    Visit, Guided tour (10 minutes)

  • Boliche de Bessonart Bar

    Visit, Guided tour (10 minutes)

  • Timeline stop icon

    San Antonio de Areco

    Visit, Dessert, Lunch, Guided tour, Camp activities, Local snacks, Horse riding, Dance show, Horse-drawn carriage ride, Regional food, Traditional dance show (5 hours)

  • 6 drop-off locations:

    Palermo, Retiro, Recoleta, Puerto Madero, San Telmo, Monserrat

Main stop
Other stop

For reference only. Itineraries are subject to change.

Highlights

  • Marvel at the skills of highly trained gauchos in action (in Premium options)
  • Watch an entertaining folklore show and enjoy a traditional BBQ
  • Learn about the history and culture of the Pampas region
  • Learn about the games of inner Buenos Aires and it´s estancias.

Full description

Begin your 9-hour tour with a drive from your hotel in Buenos Aires to the village of San Antonio de Areco. Enjoy views of the pampas en route and listen to commentary about the area from your guide.

When you arrive, take a walk around the historic downtown area. Afterward, head to the a estancia, where you’ll enjoy either a horseback ride or carriage ride along with some traditional Empanadas and beverages.

Later, sit down to a typical Argentinian BBQ with the finest meats. During dessert, take in a folklore show followed by a demonstration of amazing gaucho skills (If Premium option is selected).

Includes

  • Lunch
  • Professional guide
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off from hotels located in Palermo, Recoleta, San Nicolas, Puerto Madero, San Telmo, Monserrat, and Retiro
  • Live entertainment
  • Small-group tour
  • Drinks
  • Optional gratuities

Important information

What to bring

  • Passport or ID card
  • Comfortable shoes

Not allowed

  • Luggage or large bags

Know before you go

  • Confirmation will be received at the time of booking
  • A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
  • Infant seats are available if requested at the time of booking
  • Tours may be conducted by a multi-lingual guide
  • Small-group tours are limited to 15 people
  • Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and celiac lunch options are available; please advise when booking if required

Customer reviews

Overall rating

4.7 /5

based on 492 reviews

Review summary

  • Guide
    4.8/5
  • Transportation
    4.9/5
  • Value for money
    4.5/5

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Sarah – KuwaitMay 14, 2025 – Verified booking
Veronice was such a friendly guide and very informative, she was friendly and considerate of everyone, even the driver Ivan was very good, the car was very clean and he was a very good nice driver.
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Brendan – United KingdomMay 7, 2025 – Verified booking
It was a fantastic day all around - Sabrina was a brilliant guide and host, and we all had the best time at the ranch. Would definitely recommend for anyone visiting Buenos Aires!
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Elliott – CanadaMay 3, 2025 – Verified booking
Our day trip to the ranch was lovely. Alejandra was an engaging guide who taught us about gaucho tradition and history. San Antonio de Areco was a valuable stop. Recommend for anyone with an extra day in Buenos Aires.

Product ID: 122688

Activity provider:Signaturetours

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