9-Day The Essential of The Argentine Triangle Tour from Buenos Aires: El Calafate and Puerto Iguazú

What you'll experience

Highlights

9 days

Day-by-day itinerary

1. 1

   Day 1 — Buenos Aires

   Reception at the airport and transfer to the hotel.
   
   In the afternoon, enjoy a panoramic city tour starting at the historic Plaza de Mayo, witness to the country’s most significant events since 1810 and surrounded by iconic buildings. Continue to La Boca, with its colorful streets, once tenement housing and now home to the famous Calle Caminito, where Porteño art and cultural spirit come alive in every corner. Continue to your final stop in the elegant Recoleta, an aristocratic neighborhood that houses the renowned Recoleta Cemetery, resting place of many notable figures in Argentina’s history.
   
   In the evening, immerse yourself in an unforgettable experience: a tango lesson and a dinner show, where you will enjoy the magnetism and passion of Buenos Aires' most emblematic dance.

   

   Plaza de Mayo

   

   La Boca

   

   Recoleta Cemetery

   Meals: B: Excluded, L: Excluded, D: IncludedStay: Tourist Category: HUINID OBELISCO (3* SUP), First Category: NH LANCASTER(4*)
2. 2

   Day 2 — Buenos Aires

   Buenos Aires and its surroundings invite you to explore them at your own pace. Immerse yourself in history by wandering through iconic neighborhoods and architectural treasures, enjoy its culture, savor its gastronomy in steakhouses, traditional pizzerias, and emblematic cafés, and be carried away by one of its great passions: football. Beyond the city, you can visit vineyards, experience a day in the countryside, or sail along the Río de la Plata, where a maze of waterways invites you to discover another side of Buenos Aires.

   Meals: B: Included, L: Excluded, D: ExcludedStay: Tourist Category: HUINID OBELISCO (3* SUP), First Category: NH LANCASTER(4*)
3. 3

   Day 3 — Buenos Aires - El Calafate

   At the indicated time, transfer to the airport to board your flight to El Calafate. Upon arrival, reception and transfer to your selected hotel. Time permitting, you may choose to visit the Glaciarium, a modern interpretation center dedicated to glaciers, or experience life on a local estancia, discovering rural traditions, taking part in activities such as sheep shearing, and savoring a typical Patagonian lamb dinner, a true Patagonian delicacy.

   Meals: B: Included, L: Excluded, D: ExcludedStay: Tourist Category: CERRO CALAFATE HOTEL(3*), First Category: IMAGO HOTEL & SPA(4*)
4. 4

   Day 4 — El Calafate

   Today, prepare to be amazed; the Perito Moreno Glacier awaits.
   
   Located in Los Glaciares National Park and declared a UNESCO World Natural Heritage site, this glacier is one of the most impressive and accessible in the world, offering a unique spectacle with its immense ice wall and hues ranging from white to deep blue.
   
   Walk along the boardwalks and viewpoints, which allow you to admire the glacier from different angles and, if nature permits, hear the ice cracking as it calves. The experience will be completed with a navigation along the front of one of its walls, an opportunity to witness its full magnitude and beauty from the water.
   
   At the end of the tour, return to your hotel with time to rest or explore the town.

   

   Perito Moreno Glacier

   

   Los Glaciares National Park

   Meals: B: Included, L: Excluded, D: ExcludedStay: Tourist Category: CERRO CALAFATE HOTEL(3*), First Category: IMAGO HOTEL & SPA(4*)
5. 5

   Day 5 — El Calafate

   Spend your day discovering El Calafate and its surroundings: be amazed by a cruise on Lake Argentino, admiring the impressive glaciers from the water and capturing their unique shades of blue; or embark on a trek that will take you to the Altar of the Glaciers, a viewpoint offering spectacular panoramic views of these ancient ice formations. For the more adventurous, you can take an excursion to El Chaltén, enjoying hikes and mountain landscapes, or even cross the Andes into Chile to explore Torres del Paine National Park, with its iconic towers, lakes, and valleys that make up one of Patagonia’s most breathtaking natural settings. At the end of the day, return to El Calafate to rest and enjoy the local cuisine.

   

   Lake Argentino

   Meals: B: Included, L: Excluded, D: ExcludedStay: Tourist Category: CERRO CALAFATE HOTEL (3*), First Category: IMAGO HOTEL & SPA(4*)
6. 6

   Day 6 — El Calafate - Buenos Aires

   Morning at leisure until your return flight. Depending on your schedule, if time permits, take the opportunity to continue exploring El Calafate and its surroundings.
   
   You can enjoy a kayaking adventure while observing the local wildlife in a unique natural setting, or, if you prefer to immerse yourself in local culture,explore the traditions of the indigenous communities and their deep connection with the land, combining history, stories, and flavors in a meal served inside a cave with unparalleled views of Lake Argentino.
   
   At the appointed time, transfer to the airport to board your flight to Buenos Aires. Upon arrival, transfer to the hotel.

   

   Lake Argentino

   Meals: B: Included, L: Excluded, D: ExcludedStay: Tourist Category: HUINID OBELISCO (3* SUP), First Category: NH LANCASTER(4*)
7. 7

   Day 7 — Buenos Aires - Puerto Iguazú

   In the morning, transfer to the airport to board the flight to Puerto Iguazú.
   
   Upon arrival, transfer to the hotel and get ready for the adventure.
   
   After lunch (not included), Foz do Iguaçu National Park awaits. As you begin the walk along the path leading to the trailhead, the air is already filled with the scent of the jungle. Stroll along the boardwalks and panoramic viewpoints offering unique views of almost 80% of the waterfalls, including the famous Devil’s Throat, whose flow amazes at every moment. This visit allows you to admire the power and magnitude of the falls from a completely different perspective.
   
   Before returning to your hotel, weather permitting, you may optionally complement the experience with a helicopter flight for a breathtaking aerial view of this spectacular environment.

   Meals: B: Included, L: Excluded, D: ExcludedStay: Tourist Category: CITY FALLS IGUAZU (3*), First Category: FALLS IGUAZU (5*)
8. 8

   Day 8 — Puerto Iguazú

   In the morning, get ready to explore the Iguazú Falls, a UNESCO World Natural Heritage site and one of the New Seven Natural Wonders of the World.
   
   During the tour, explore the park’s three main circuits:
   • Devil’s Throat, the most emblematic waterfall, where the sheer drop of water creates a powerful spectacle of sound and force.
   • Upper Circuit, offering views of the falls from above and a chance to grasp the full magnitude of the cascades.
   • Lower Circuit, allowing you to get close to the base of some waterfalls and feel the energy of the falls.
   
   During the excursion, we will enjoy lunch at one of the park's restaurants.
   
   For those seeking adrenaline and adventure, don’t miss the Great Adventure, a tour that combines jungle trails with a boat ride near the falls, providing unique perspectives and the chance to experience nature in its purest form.

   

   Iguazu National Park

   Meals: B: Included, L: Included, D: ExcludedStay: Tourist Category: CITY FALLS IGUAZU (3*), First Category: FALLS IGUAZU (5*)
9. 9

   Day 9 — Puerto Iguazú - Buenos Aires

   Morning at leisure in Iguazú to explore or take part in optional activities. At the indicated time, transfer to the airport to board your flight to Buenos Aires. Upon arrival, assistance and connection to the international airport, if required.

   Meals: B: Included, L: Excluded, D: Excluded

What's included

Cancellation policy

Important info

Special notes

• Flights are not included. Please check at the time of booking the needed flights, as they are subject to frequent rescheduling. Please book your international and domestic air tickets by yourself in advance.
• To avoid extra transportation costs, you must reserve the needed flights in the program.
• Puerto Iguazú: The access to Garganta Del Diablo can be interrupted because of the rise in river flow.
• In case of taking The Great Adventure, check its restrictions.
• Lodging tax exemption in Argentina. It is mandatory to receive copy of the passport in order to keep the exemption.
• We also offer other languages with surcharge: French, Italian and German. You can check with us for the price.
• The sequence of the shared tours might be modified for operational reasons. Passengers will be informed upon arrival at each destination.
• Timing shall be reconfirmed to passengers upon arrival at each destination.
• Services length will be according to itinerary, any guest delay or extension will be charged to the guest or travel agent.
• Luggage allowance for transfers: one medium size suitcase per person plus one piece of hand luggage.
• Passport and Visa Requirements: please check requirements with the Embassies of the countries included in the itinerary, as certain countries may require a visa, invitation letter, reciprocity fee or have a longer requested passport validity. It is the passenger's responsibility to have all the proper and valid documentation to enter the countries involved in the trip.
• Vaccination and Testing: Certain countries require travelers to be vaccinated and/or tested for specific diseases prior to arrival. Check with the embassies, consulates or migrations websites of visited countries.
• Medical Advice: Please note that certain activities and destinations might be not recommended for passengers with certain medical conditions due to altitude or required fitness requirements. Please check with your physician before travelling.
• TRAVEL INSURANCE: We highly recommend obtaining a travel insurance. The insurance should provide coverage for costs associated with trip cancellation or interruption, flight delays or cancellations, baggage or personal effect loss or robbery, medical expenses and any other incidentals.
• Early Arrivals: for arrivals prior to check-in time, access to the room may not be gained immediately. In order to guarantee rooms for early check-in previous overnight shall be reserved and prepaid. Similar conditions apply for late check-out.
• Check-in time is usually at 15:00/16:00 hours, check-out time is usually 12:00 hours.
• Early Breakfast: if due to flight schedule, breakfast were necessary prior to/or beyond regular service time it may require previous confirmation and be subject to extra chargers. It might also be served in a different manner.
• Please note that most hotels require passenger’s credit card as a guarantee upon check-in for possible extra charges during the stay.
• In case modifications of the whole itinerary or part of it were necessary due to force majeure reasons (strikes, flight cancellations, airport closures, weather conditions, natural catastrophes, etc.), whether they occurred prior to passengers’ arrival or during the trip, Eurotur shall not be deemed responsible for any additional costs incurred. Cancellation of any unused service shall be subject to penalties, and purchase of any new service required will be at passenger's own expense. Under all circumstances, Eurotur will be at passenger's disposal in order to assist with new necessary arrangements. Passengers are always advised to keep all relevant receipts for its later presentation at the airline or travel insurance if it corresponded.

Pricing notes (children, single supplement)

* Price for Single Occupancy applies when one person stays in one standard hotel room.
* Price for Double/Triple Occupancy applies when two/three people stay in one standard hotel room respectively.
* Triple price does not guarantee a third bed in the room. Please check the availability at the time of check-in.
* Child enjoys the same price as adult.
* Maximum room capacity: 3 people including adult and child/infant.
* The prices quotes are not valid for special dates: Christmas/New Year Eve, Carnival, Easter, Argentine Holidays.

Travel tips

1. Due to possible rescheduling, we recommend verifying flights at the time of booking. Please, check out the suggested and mandatory flights below: 

2. Those wishing to participate in the Great Adventure excursion should check current restrictions in advance.
3. Access to the Devil’s Throat may be limited at times due to river swelling.
4. At Iguazú National Park, for five nights each month, it is possible to admire the Devil’s Throat illuminated by the light of the full moon. An exclusive experience that allows you to experience the falls from a completely different perspective. We recommend checking the dates and booking in advance, as spaces are limited. Activity is subject to weather conditions.
5. The weather in Patagonia is changeable, so we recommend dressing in layers, wearing comfortable clothing, waterproof footwear, and warm accessories such as gloves and a hat. In Iguazú, lightweight clothing and a raincoat or waterproof layer are suggested for walking along the boardwalks.
6. Optional excursions are available to complement your experience.

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