Argentina Tours

Yes, Argentina is generally safe for travelers. Like any large country, there are areas where petty crime is more common, particularly in major cities. However, tourist areas are well monitored, and experienced local guides know where to go — and where to avoid. As in any major city worldwide, remain aware of your surroundings and take normal precautions, such as avoiding displaying valuables and staying alert near busy streets.

Absolutely. While Argentina is famous for its beef and traditional asados, major cities offer a wide variety of vegetarian and vegan cuisine influenced by Italian, Middle Eastern, and global culinary traditions. In rural regions options may be more limited, but dietary preferences can always be accommodated, especially on private or customized tours.

Visa requirements depend on your nationality. Many travelers from North America, Europe, Australia, and parts of Asia can enter Argentina visa-free for tourism stays of up to 90 days. However, entry requirements can change, so we recommend checking with your nearest Argentine consulate or official government website before departure. Your Travel Consultant can also help guide you on current entry requirements based on your passport.

Argentina can offer excellent value compared to many destinations in Europe or North America. Costs vary depending on the level of accommodation, domestic flights, and seasonal demand. Buenos Aires dining and wine experiences are often considered very affordable relative to quality, while remote regions such as Patagonia may be higher in cost due to logistics. Overall, Argentina provides a strong balance of quality and value for international travelers.

The official currency is the Argentine Peso (ARS). Credit cards are widely accepted in cities and tourist regions, though it is advisable to carry some local currency for small purchases and tips. Exchange rates can fluctuate, so it is recommended to review current rates before travel.

No special vaccinations are generally required for travel to Argentina. However, travelers visiting northern subtropical regions may consider yellow fever vaccination depending on their itinerary. For the most current recommendations, consult your doctor or a travel health clinic before departure.

Spanish is the official language of Argentina. English is widely spoken in major cities, hotels, and tourist areas. Indigenous languages such as Guaraní, Wichí, and Qom are also spoken in certain regions.

Yes! Argentina combines seamlessly with both Chile and Brazil. Argentina and Chile share Patagonia and the Andes, making cross-border itineraries natural and efficient. Iguazu Falls connects Argentina and Brazil, allowing travelers to experience both sides of this natural wonder. With well-established air routes and border crossings, combining these countries into one itinerary is straightforward and highly recommended.

Ten days is the realistic minimum if you want more than Buenos Aires and one other region, and two weeks is where the country starts to make sense. Argentina is far larger than most first-time visitors expect — Buenos Aires to El Calafate is a three-hour flight. Where people most often shortchange themselves is Patagonia: it is treated as a two-day stop when it deserves four or five. If you only have a week, do two regions properly rather than four in passing.

There is no single answer, because the country spans subtropics to sub-Antarctic. Patagonia is a summer destination (November–March); Iguazú is good most of the year but hot and humid in midsummer; Mendoza is at its best around the March–April harvest; the Northwest is most comfortable in spring and autumn. Shoulder seasons — October–November and March–April — give the best balance across a multi-region trip. See our full best time to visit Argentina guide for a month-by-month breakdown.

Argentina works across a wide range, and the biggest single lever is not hotel category — it is internal flights versus overland routing. The distances are large enough that flying every leg adds up quickly, while several of the great overland routes are genuinely worth doing in their own right. Tell us the shape of the trip you want and we will price it honestly against both options rather than quoting a headline figure.

Here is the piece of advice that changes most itineraries: do not fly in and out of Buenos Aires. A good Argentina route begins or ends in Chile or Brazil. Two that work particularly well: Santiago de Chile down through Chilean Patagonia, crossing to El Calafate and Perito Moreno, then working north; or starting in Rio de Janeiro and crossing into Argentina at Iguazú before heading south. Thinking about the route this way makes the whole trip easier to plan — and usually cheaper. See how to plan an Argentina trip for full routes.

It depends what you came for, but the combinations that consistently work are: Buenos Aires with Iguazú for a first, shorter trip; Buenos Aires, Mendoza and El Calafate for wine plus glaciers; and Salta with the Northwest for travellers who want landscape and culture away from the crowds. Pair the famous sights with something less obvious — Iguazú with the Iberá marshes, the glaciers with El Chaltén, Buenos Aires with a family-run estancia. Browse our Argentina tours or ask us to build the route around you.

Yes — and it tends to surprise people. Travellers arrive expecting steak, tango and Patagonia, and leave talking about the Northwest’s desert colours, the Italian and Arabic influence on the food, or a bus ride over the Andes. The clichés are true, but they are the beginning of the country rather than the whole of it.