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The 15 Best Tours & Day Trips in Argentina

200 tours  ·  from $13 a head

Everything with a guide, a boat or a minibus attached, in one list. The 15 below are the ones worth a whole day, priced and timed, with the full catalogue underneath.

Buenos Aires Hop-On Hop-Off Bus, Free Walking Tours & Discounts - The central loop: Diagonal Norte through San Telmo
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Buenos Aires Hop-On Hop-Off Bus, Free Walking Tours & Discounts

1.Buenos Aires Hop-On Hop-Off Bus, Free Walking Tours & Discounts

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 2,218 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $39Our pick

See Buenos Aires from an open-top double-decker bus with a 1-, 2-, or 3-day pass, multilingual audio, optional walking tours, and discount vouchers. The route links Congreso, San Telmo, La Boca, Puerto Madero, Recoleta, Palermo, River Plate’s Monumental, and more. Bring patience for traffic and care when locating stops.

“We loved the tour and would recommend it highly. Biggest challenge was finding the actual location for pick up. With today’s technology it should be easy to geo-identify the exact location of each stop. Please consider this.”

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Buenos Aires: City Highlights Guided Tour with Transfer - Plaza de Mayo puts the city story in place
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Buenos Aires: City Highlights Guided Tour with Transfer

2.City Highlights Guided Tour with Transfer

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 1,946 reviews · 3 - 5 hours · from $38

Cover Buenos Aires by air-conditioned minivan and on foot, with stops at Plaza de Mayo, San Telmo, Caminito, Puerto Madero, Retiro, and Recoleta. Guides such as Pablo, Flor, Stella, and Victoria add history, local tips, and clear directions. Choose the three-hour option for a fast orientation, or allow up to five hours for more breathing room.

“Excellent guide, perfect English and knowledgeable. The street food was poor value and a waste of time. 1 slice of pizza and a water was a rip off and disappointing. Should spend more time in La Boca and forget the street food rip off. Expensive for what it was overall”

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Buenos Aires: Hop-On Hop-Off City Bus Tour - The southern route: Congress, San Telmo, and La Boca
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Buenos Aires: Hop-On Hop-Off City Bus Tour

3.Hop-On Hop-Off City Bus Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 1,855 reviews · from $35

Use an open-top double-decker bus to explore 25 Buenos Aires stops, from Caminito and La Bombonera to Palermo, Belgrano, Recoleta, and Teatro Colón. Your ticket lasts 24, 48, or 72 hours and includes multilingual commentary, WiFi, air conditioning, and flexible hop-on hop-off access.

“The option to hop on and off the bus is one of the best options to explore the city. Sometimes the bus ins't on time, but it's normal for it to happen since there's traffic and waiting for people to get on the bus on other stops. If you're not fussy with exact timing, this is a great activity.”

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Buenos Aires: La Boca Guided Walking Tour in English - Starting at Caminito and Magallanes Street
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Buenos Aires: La Boca Guided Walking Tour in English

4.La Boca Guided Walking Tour in English

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 1,587 reviews · 2 hours · from $13Best value

Walk through La Boca with an English-speaking guide such as Santiago, Victoria, Vito, or Maria. See colorful conventillos, street tango, fileteado art, the Puente Transbordador, and La Bombonera. The tour ends near the Boca Juniors stadium, where you can visit the museum separately.

“Excellent walk. Our guide, Santiago, gave really interesting talks, not just about the neighborhood (history and present times) but also about living in Argentina. 10/10 recommended.”

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Foz do Iguaçu: Brazil/Argentina Sides Iguazu Falls Day Tour - The day begins with hotel pickup and a cross-border drive
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Foz do Iguaçu: Brazil/Argentina Sides Iguazu Falls Day Tour

5.Brazil/Argentina Sides Iguazú Falls Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 1,551 reviews · 10 hours · from $49Top rated

Spend a full day at Iguazu Falls with a bilingual guide such as Adriano, André, Junior, or João. Walk Argentina’s upper and Devil’s Throat trails, then see Brazil’s broad panoramas. Hotel pickup, transport, and border guidance are included, but park fees, food, and the optional boat ride cost extra.

“was a beautiful trip and Junior was an amazing guide!! we got to see so much in one day! wish we had more time in the brazil side but it was great”

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Buenos Aires: La Recoleta Cemetery Guided Tour in English - Meeting the guide at Junín 1760
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Buenos Aires: La Recoleta Cemetery Guided Tour in English

6.La Recoleta Cemetery Guided Tour in English

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 1,359 reviews · 2 hours · from $13

Walk La Recoleta Cemetery for about two hours with an English-speaking guide such as Victoria, Mariano, or Vito. You’ll see Evita Perón’s family mausoleum, grand tombs, striking sculpture, and hear stories about presidents, old Buenos Aires families, the Sailor and his daughter, and the Wild Bull of the Pampas. Cemetery admission is separate.

“Our tour guide Victoria was amazing. Excellent English, very interesting info, competent answers to all the questions of the group, with nice sense of humour. She made our day”

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From El Calafate: Full-Day Tour to El Chaltén - Lake Viedma and the first glimpse of Fitz Roy
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From El Calafate: Full-Day Tour to El Chaltén

7.Full-Day Tour to El Chaltén

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 926 reviews · 11 hours · from $130

Travel from El Calafate to El Chaltén with a bilingual guide such as Veronica or Tobias, stopping at La Leona, Mirador de los Cóndores, and Chorrillo del Salto. You get two short walks, Fitz Roy views when weather allows, and free time for lunch in town. The 11-hour day suits visitors who want a taste of Patagonia without planning a multi-day trek.

“The tour was great. The guides were really nice and helpful. I recommend it fully.”

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From Mendoza: 3 Wineries, Olive Oil Factory Tour & Tasting - Pickup from Mendoza and the ride to Maipú
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From Mendoza: 3 Wineries, Olive Oil Factory Tour & Tasting

8.3 Wineries, Olive Oil Factory Tour & Tasting

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 901 reviews · 6 hours · from $34

Spend six hours in Maipú visiting an artisanal winery, an industrial cellar, a sweet-wine producer, and an olive oil factory. You will taste several wines at each stop, compare styles, and sample olive oil with bread and local delicacies. Guides such as Dolores, Maru, Alejandro, and Rocio lead tours in English and Spanish, depending on the day.

“Brilliant wine tour covering three vineyards and an olive oil factory. The guide was so informative (in English or Spanish) and the perfect amount of time in each location. A great way to sample a few of mendoza’s wineries in a relaxed format.”

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Ushuaia: National Park & Train of the End of the World Tour - The End of the World Train and its prison-era story
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Ushuaia: National Park & Train of the End of the World Tour

9.National Park & Train of the End of the World Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 811 reviews · 5 hours · from $111

Spend about five hours exploring Tierra del Fuego National Park by minibus and the historic End of the World Train. You will visit Lapataia Bay, Lake Roca, Alakush Interpretation Center, and Ensenada Zaratiegui, where you can stamp your passport. English and Spanish guides, hotel pickup, and the train ticket are included. The park entrance fee is extra.

“Lovely Louis was our guide. He was great and could answer all our questions. We went on a rainy day so we had atmosphere. It's not everyday (for most) that you can visit the end of the world (or is that Port Williams?!?) A shout out to Tito, our smiley driver.”

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From Buenos Aires: Gaucho and Ranch Day Tour - San Antonio de Areco, a short walk through gaucho country
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From Buenos Aires: Gaucho and Ranch Day Tour

10.Gaucho and Ranch Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 809 reviews · 9 hours · from $168

Spend nine hours beyond Buenos Aires with a multilingual guide such as Victoria, Oriana, or Facundo. Visit San Antonio de Areco, then enjoy empanadas, horseback or carriage riding, a generous asado, folk dancing, and, on Premium tours, a skilled gaucho horse demonstration. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included in selected central neighborhoods.

“The day was well planned and Carolina our guide was excellent. Carolina was professional informative and helpful. She gave us great facts about the Pampas and the history of Argentina. She was on hand all day even making sure we had full glasses of drink and talking us through of the different types of meat we were given.”

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El Calafate: Perito Moreno Glacier Trekking Tour and Cruise - The 30-minute boat crossing to the glacier
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El Calafate: Perito Moreno Glacier Trekking Tour and Cruise

11.Perito Moreno Glacier Trekking Tour and Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 805 reviews · 5 - 11 hours · from $396

Walk for about an hour on Perito Moreno Glacier with crampons, guided by English- or Spanish-speaking mountain staff. The trip also includes a boat crossing, forest trail, glacier viewpoints, and boardwalk time. Guides such as Mariana, Marcelo, Nicolas, and Lucia have been praised for clear safety advice and friendly service. Lunch and park entry cost extra.

“The mini trekking was good. Actually, We wanted to do the Big ice but where Rejected due to age. We do understand that this might be dangerous experience .I would recommend to ask questions in advance and show a medical certificate for instance. we are professional I climbers in Europe an this is Ridiculous to refuse experiences people due to age”

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From Mendoza: High Andes Aconcagua Mountain Tour - Starting in Mendoza and reaching Potrerillos Dam
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From Mendoza: High Andes Aconcagua Mountain Tour

12.High Andes Aconcagua Mountain Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 767 reviews · 12 hours · from $63

Spend 12 hours crossing the Andes from Mendoza with a multilingual guide, stopping at Potrerillos Dam, Uspallata, Puente del Inca, Aconcagua, and Las Cuevas. Guides such as Mica, Marta, and Alex have led this route, which combines easy walks, mountain views, and useful regional history for $63.

“All the crew, especially our English translator Julie, were great. Had a great time and some amazing scenery”

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Mendoza: Half-Day Wine Tour with Tastings - Central Mendoza pickup and the ride into wine country
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Mendoza: Half-Day Wine Tour with Tastings

13.Half-Day Wine Tour with Tastings

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 727 reviews · 5 hours · from $43

Spend five hours in Mendoza’s Luján de Cuyo or Maipú wine country with a guide in English, Spanish, or Portuguese. Visit two selected wineries, learn how wine moves from grape to bottle, and sample regional wines. The regular option also includes an olive oil factory visit, with stops at Pasrai or Laur depending on availability.

“Excellent value for money we visited two wineries and an olive oil facility. All had excellent knowledgeable guides who spoke English. Really enjoyed the trip. Tour guide was informative on route explaining lots about the area and the changes over the years. Would recommend.”

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Buenos Aires: North or South Buenos Aires Bike Tour - The South Circuit: from San Telmo to the river
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Buenos Aires: North or South Buenos Aires Bike Tour

14.North or South Buenos Aires Bike Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 719 reviews · 4 hours · from $38

Choose a South or North circuit and spend four hours riding Buenos Aires with a bilingual guide such as Ana, Santiago, Pilar, or Florencia. Expect cruiser bikes, helmets, baskets, city history, photo stops, and small groups of up to eight. The South route covers San Telmo, La Boca, Puerto Madero, and Plaza de Mayo. The North route focuses on Recoleta, Palermo, parks, and grand architecture.

“It was like private tour for us. The guide, my wife and me.”

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Palermo: Graffiti and Street Art Guided Tour in English - Meeting at Plaza Serrano, Palermo’s natural starting point
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Palermo: Graffiti and Street Art Guided Tour in English

15.Graffiti and Street Art Guided Tour in English

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 684 reviews · 2 hours · from $13

Walk Palermo with an English-speaking guide such as Juan, Vito, Victor, or Ailen, tracing Argentina’s street art from 1920s political propaganda to 1970s protest culture. You’ll see murals, football art, and the Trump Wall at Madison Avenue Bar. The two-hour route starts at Plaza Serrano and ends at Plaza Inmigrantes de Armenia.

“I really enjoyed the tour. It was well paced, informative, and the guide was respectful and engaging. He pointed out details about the graffiti and murals that I wouldn’t have learned otherwise. It’s in a nice, posh area of Palermo.”

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