Argentina 7 Day Itinerary

Title: 7-Day Argentina Travel Itinerary

Day 1 - Buenos Aires

  • Arrival at Ezeiza International Airport (EZE)
  • Check-in at a hotel in the Recoleta or Palermo neighborhoods.
  • Visit Recoleta Cemetery, final resting place of Eva Perón and many other notable Argentines.
  • Explore Plaza de Mayo and the nearby Casa Rosada.
  • Dine at a local parrilla (steakhouse).

Day 2 - Buenos Aires

  • Morning visit to La Boca, home of La Bombonera, the stadium of Boca Juniors.
  • Explore Caminito Street with its colorful houses and tango dancers.
  • Afternoon trip to San Telmo for its antiques market and old colonial buildings.
  • Evening tango show at Cafe Tortoni or El Viejo Almacén.

Day 3 - Rosario

  • Travel by train or bus to Rosario (approx. 4 hours).
  • Visit the Rosario Cathedral.
  • Explore Parque Beaux Arts.
  • Fernando de la Rua Park offers a great view of the Paraná River and the house where Che Guevara was born.

Day 4 - Iguazu Falls

  • Travel to Puerto Iguazú (approx. 1.5 hours by air or 8 hours by road).
  • Visit the Argentine side of Iguazu Falls in Iguazu National Park.
  • Take a boat ride to the base of the falls if conditions allow.

Day 5 - Iguazu Falls (Brazilian Side)

  • Cross the border to visit the Brazilian side of Iguazu Falls.
  • Explore Iguaçu National Park and see the falls from a different perspective.

Day 6 - Mendoza

  • Travel to Mendoza by air or bus (approx. 1 hour by air, 12 hours by road).
  • Visit a winery for wine tasting in the Maipu Valley.
  • Explore the city center and relax at a local park like Parque San Martín or Parque General San Martín.

Day 7 - Mendoza

  • Spend your last day at leisure, exploring more vineyards, hiking in the Andes, or simply enjoying the city’s cafes and restaurants.
  • Depart from El Plumerillo International Airport (MDZ) for your next destination.

Things to Know:

  • Argentina is in the Southern Hemisphere, so seasons are opposite those in the Northern Hemisphere.
  • The official language is Spanish.
  • Argentine Peso is the local currency. Exchange money before you arrive or use ATMs.
  • Tipping is customary and usually 10% of the bill.

Visa Requirements:

  • citizens from most countries require a tourist visa to enter Argentina. Check your country’s specific requirements with your embassy or consulate.

Transportation:

  • Domestic flights are common and affordable, but bus travel is also widespread. Trains are less frequent but can be an enjoyable experience.