Buenos Aires & Pampas Countryside
Cultural, Food & Wine Experience, 4 days / 3 nights
TRIP OVERVIEW
	
		
			Main gate to  Argentina, cosmopolitan  Buenos Aires exudes a vibrant energy… walk through San Telmo street fair, try yourself a few Tango steps,  enjoy private culinary experiences,  or scout for hidden  Speakeasy Bars at the town that never sleeps, and you will agree  with us. A country of contrasts, then it is time for an escapade to the green, fertile Pampas, home of the unsurpassable, delicious, “melt in your mouth” Argentine beef. There, we lodge and leisure away at an exclusive Estancia in serene countryside landscape.
		 
	 
	
		
			
- Explore Buenos Aires´ contrasting neighborhoods.
- Enjoy one of the City´s most exciting private culinary experiences.
- Lodge at a luxurious Estancia  ( cattle ranch) at Argentine Pampas serene countryside.
 
 
		 
	 
 
	
		
			ITINERARY
Today you arrive in cosmopolitan Buenos Aires.  Reception at the airport and  transfer to your hotel in the city`s elegant northern districts. In the afternoon we’ll take in the elegant turn-of-the-century districts that earned Buenos Aires the soubriquet of the Paris of South America. We walk  the city´s northern neighborhoods, Palermo with its elegant Parks and  Aristocratic Recoleta,. This evening we will   head for one of the city’s finest wine clubs, where the house’s sommelier will introduce us to Argentine Malbecs and Torrontes pairing them with  delicious Tapas & local Empanadas. Transfer back to your hotel and evening leisure.
 
Lodging:  Alvear Palace Hotel ( Luxury)
Legado Mítico-  (Boutique Luxury)
 
*Evening suggestion:  Learn to dance with the Porteños  a few Tango steps at the local “Milongas”
 
 
This morning we start the day exploring some of the traditional neighborhoods of the city. At Plaza de Mayo Square we learn about the country´s recent history and Evita’s favorite balcony, before walking the few blocks that separate us from San Telmo art district with its charming cobbled alleys, Colonial architecture and   popular street fair . We sample delicious, flaky Medialunas at Avenida de Mayo and Bohemian Dorrego Square before returning to the hotel. Enjoy the afternoon at leisure to explore the city on your own. This evening, it will be time for a  private culinary experience.  Since its opening, I Latina, the project created by three Colombian siblings, has quickly taken over the spotlight of the Buenos Aires food scene. Chef Santiago Macias roams happily throughout Latin America as inspiration for his seven course tasting menu.
 
Lodging:  Alvear Palace Hotel ( Luxury)
Legado Mítico-  (Boutique Luxury)
(B, D)
 
 
Delicious, flavorful, tender, buttery, melt-in-your-mouth… Argentina has a worldwide reputation for incredible steak, probably more so than any other nation on earth. Today we’ll travel out of Buenos Aires to lodge at a traditional Estancia (cattle ranch).  Check in and learn the Cook’ secrets for different meat  cuts and  traditional Asado. This afternoon you can opt for outdoor activities as  horseback riding or  biking, or just relax away at the property’s superb grounds.
 
Lodging:   Estancia La Bamba de Areco
(B, L, D)
 
 
Enjoy breakfast at the estancia and then transfer to the city airport to board connecting flight to your next destination.
 
Meals: Breakfast
 
-End of our services.
 
 
Trip includes:
– All accommodations in “Luxury” lodging, in double occupancy (All lodges are subject to availability)
–  Meals, as described in the detailed itinerary (B: breakfast; L: lunch; D: dinner)
– Private transportation in all locations
– Private expert local guides (English- Spanish).
– Wine expert / Sommelier guidance during Wine Tasting activities.
– Water Bottles during outdoor activities & shuttle time
 
Not Included:
– Wines and other alcoholic beverages during meals/ except during wine tasting activities (included).
– Insurance of any kind.
– International and domestic airfares
– Tips for guides and drivers.
		 
	 
 
| Luxury Option |  | 
| Days 1 & 2Alvear Palace Hotel (Palace Premiere Room) Av. Alvear 1891, Recoleta
 Buenos Aires, ArgentinaTel: +54 (11) 4808-2100
 Web:www.alvearpalace.com |  |  | 
| Day 3Estancia La Bamba (Pampas Room) RP 41 y RP 31
 San Antonio de Areco, Buenos Aires, Arg.Tel: +54 (2326) 454 895
 Web:www.labambadeareco.com |  | 
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| Boutique Luxury Option |  | 
| Days 1 & 2 Legado Mitico Hotel (Superior Room) Gurruchaga 1848 Palermo Soho, Buenos Aires Tel: +54-11-4833-1300 Web: www.legadomitico.com | 
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| Day 3 Estancia La Bamba (Pampas Room) RP 41 y RP 31 San Antonio de Areco, Buenos Aires, Arg.Tel: +54 (2326) 454 895
 Web: www.labambadeareco.com |  | 
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