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Destinations-Buenos Aires

Cars pass the Oblisk on Avenida 9 de Julio

Buenos Aires is the most European feeling city in South America. A city of vast contradictions, it was once the beating heart of one of the worlds 10 wealthiest nations. More recently Argentina has suffered a hard economical hit and is still trying to get back on its feet, however this beautiful and culturally rich city continues to be a wonderful combination of sleek skyscrapers, ornate friezes with turn-of-the-last-century grandeur; at once ultrachic and tumbledown, up-to-date and firmly planted in the past. Even before the recent financial troubles, there was always a spirit of malaise in B.A., as it is affectionately known locally, which may help explain the devotion to that bittersweet expression of Argentine popular culture, the tango. Performed in the streets, on stages, in cafes, the sorrowful and romantic nature of the dance is integral to the city.

ACCESS ROUTES

Buenos Aires has an extremely efficient public transportation system that is as safe as it is reliable. It is comprised of a system of buses called colectivos, and a reasonably extensive metro system known as the subte. If you wish to travel by taxi it is recommendable that you only use radio taxis, or taxis that you call, rather than those that can be hailed in the street. You can always ask for a taxi at your hotel or for assistance from any of our representatives who will be happy to help you.

As capital of Argentina, the city is the major hub for all transport in the country. Major highways connect Buenos Aires with the North, East and South; frequent flights are available to all main cities within and various destinations outside of Argentina.
ACCOMMODATION
As can be expected, all hotel classes are widely represented in this cosmopolitan city, from hostels, to boutique and design buildings, to 5 star luxury hotels.
WHEN TO GO
Buenos Aires can be visited year round, but is perhaps best during the mild seasons of spring and fall, as January and February can be extremely hot and humid.

Excursions

City Tour:

Statue of 25 de Mayo

During this tour you will discover the highlights of the city such as the impressive National Congress (The Parliament), the civic center including the Plaza de Mayo (May Square) surrounded by the Government House (Casa Rosada), the Metropolitan Cathedral and the Cabildo (City Hall during the Spanish colonial period). You will see the famous Colon Theatre (Teatro Colon) one of the best Opera Houses around the world which is the cultural pride of the city. Next, you will tour the traditional San Telmo neighborhood in which you will be taken back in history (On Sunday visits you will be able to visit the Flea Market). After that, you will stop in the La Boca neighborhood, first settlement for the Italian immigrants, to enjoy the colorful architecture. You will continue your tour passing by Puerto Madero on the way to Palermo, the largest residential neighborhood of the city in which you can going to enjoy the Palermo Parks, City Zoo and the Planetarium. Finally, you will go to Recoleta, the most elegant neighborhood of the city with its famous cemetery, boutiques, gourmet restaurants and sidewalk cafes under ficus trees (gomeros).

Included: transport, bilingual guide, all entrance fees.
Time: Half Day.
Type: this can only be booked as a private excursion.

Tigre Delta and Riverside Train:

On the way to Tigre, 30 Km/ 20 miles away from Buenos Aires city, you can enjoy the northern residential suburbs of the city. You will go along Avenida del Libertador passing by the presidential residency in Olivos (Quinta de Olivos). After this, you will get on the Tren de la Costa (Riverside Train) from which you can see many luxurious residences and mansions. You get of at the San Isidro station for a visit to the first open air mall in Argentina, the Cathedral of San Isidro and historical residencies are close by. Arriving at Tigre, you shall board a catamaran from which you can appreciate the exotic subtropical forest of the Parana River delta, a 14.000 square kilometers area comprising thousands of islands and islets. You will return to the city in the late afternoon.

Cruising along the River Plata

Included: transport, bilingual guide, all entrance fees.
Time: Full Day.
Type: this can be booked as a group or as a private excursion.

Tango Dinner:

Experience the Tango up close and personal during a fine dinner in one of the several Tango night show options in restaurants such as El Viejo Almacén, Señor Tango, La Ventana, La Esquina de Carlos Gardel, or El Querandi amongst others.

Tango Demonstration

Included: transfers, entrance fees, dinner.
Time: Approx 3 hours.
Type: this can be booked as a pool or as a private excursion.

Day Tour to Uruguay:

In the morning you will transfer to the port to take the ferry to Colonia del Sacramento in Uruguay. Colonia is a lovely small city, located across the River De la Plata from Buenos Aires. You will be able to visit the historic areas of the city with its quaint streets and extremely friendly people. Highlights of the tour include the park "Parque de Ferrando y Zona Franca", the bullfighting ring, the historic neighborhoods and the beautiful walk down the "Rambla de los Argentinos". You will have the option of eating lunch at a typical restaurant in the historic neighborhoods. After lunch, you will be given time for shopping at the native market, 'Feria de la Ciudad'. In the late afternoon, you will be transferred back to Buenos Aires and your hotel.

Outside Buenos Aires

Included: transfers, boat ride, bilingual guide.
Time: Full Day.
Type: this can be booked as a pool or as a private excursion.

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