2 weeks in Argentina: waterfalls and wine

Itinerary in brief:

• 2 nights in Puerto Iguazu
• 2 nights in Mendoza
• 3 nights in Buenos Aires
• 2 nights in Montevideo
• 3 nights in Punta del Este

Day 1: Depart UK

Depart the UK from your chosen airport.

Included: International flight

Day 2: Arrive in Iguazu

On arrival at Iguazu airport, you will be met and taken to your hotel by shared transfer, where you will check in for a 2-night stay. We’ve chosen a hotel nestled in the jungle, around 20 minutes from the town of Puerto Iguazu. Why not relax by the pool surrounded by nature, then take the free shuttle into town for the evening?

Included: Transfer, hotel

Day 3: Full day on the Argentinian side of the falls

This morning, you’ll be picked up and taken for a spectacular guided tour of the Argentinian side of Iguazu Falls. Most of the cascades are on the Argentinian side, and you’ll be able to get quite close to them and see the famous ‘Devil’s Throat’ as you walk through the lush forest in the National Park, along the edge of the falls. The tour lasts around 5 hours so make sure to wear comfortable clothing and bring plenty of liquids to keep hydrated.

At the end of the tour, you will be driven back to your hotel.

Included: Breakfast, tour, hotel

Day 4: Fly to Mendoza

You will be collected from your hotel today and taken to the airport by shared transfer for your flight to Mendoza. Once you land, you will be met and driven to your hotel in the Chacras de Coria valley, in Argentina’s wine region.

Included: Breakfast, transfers, domestic flight, hotel      

Day 5: Chacras de Coria

Chacras de Coria is a quaint neighbourhood full of older houses, tree-lined streets and pretty hotels. It’s a relaxed base for exploring the wine region, especially nearby Lujan de Cuyo – home of Argentina’s award-winning Malbec.

Today you have a full day to explore at your own pace and visit some wineries. It’s really easy to hire a bike here, and this is a great way to explore; riding between the vines and stopping off for tastings at some of the most prestigious wineries in Argentina.

Included: Breakfast, hotel          

Day 6: Fly to Buenos Aires

You will be collected from your hotel today and taken to the airport by private transfer for your flight to Buenos Aires. Once you land, you’ll be met and driven to your hotel where you will check in for a 3-night stay.

Included: Breakfast, transfers, domestic flight, hotel      

Day 7: Half-day city tour

We’ve included a morning tour of beautiful Buenos Aires today so you can get to know a little of this city. Your guide will show you the main neighbourhoods including the modern Puerto Madero, elegant Recoleta and colourful La Boca. At the end of the visit, you will be taken back to your hotel.

Included: Breakfast, tour, hotel

Day 8: Free Day

Enjoy a free day to explore Buenos Aires as you choose today. We suggest visiting San Telmo, one of the oldest neighbourhoods famous for its antique shops and tango dancers in Plaza Dorrego.

Included: Breakfast, hotel

Day 9: Colonia and Montevideo

Today you’ll leave Buenos Aires and catch the ferry over to Uruguay! This morning, you’ll be collected and driven to the port for the 50-minute ferry over to the delightful city of Colonia del Sacramento in Uruguay – a big change from the busy capital of Argentina.

Stoll through quaint, cobblestone streets and spend the rest of the morning and early afternoon exploring. Mid-afternoon, you’ll make your way to the bus station to take the bus to Montevideo, the capital city of Uruguay. The journey is around two and a half hours, and when you arrive, you will be met and driven to your hotel where you will check in for a 2-night stay.

Included: Breakfast, transfers, ferry, bus, hotel 

Day 10: Vintage car city tour of Montevideo

Today we’ve included a lovely tour of the city, by vintage car! Your local guide will help you discover the beauty and history of this enchanting metropolis and take you to see a few of its most famous landmark along the way. At the end of the tour, you will be driven back to your hotel.

Included: Breakfast, hotel          

Day 11: Montevideo to Punta del Este

Leaving the city behind, this morning you’ll be collected from your hotel and driven by private transfer to your hotel in the beach resort of Punta del Este where you will check in for a 3-night stay. The journey takes about two and a half hours.  

Included: Breakfast, transfers, bus, hotel             

Days 12 & 13: Free days

Punta del Este is one of the most glamorous resort towns in Latin America – perfect for a stylish beach break. We’ve chosen a hotel on Mansa Beach, with a lovely sandy beach and calm water that’s ideal for swimming. In the evening, you’ll find Punta del Este offers plenty of great opportunities for dinner, and if nightlife is what you’re after – there are some great places to party the night away if you choose – or simply enjoy a stroll along the harbour and admire the elegant seaside homes.

Included: Breakfast, hotel           

Day 14: Depart Punta Del Este     

You will be collected from your hotel and taken to the airport by private transfer for your international flight back home.

Included: Transfer, international flight

Day 15: Arrive UK    

Why not add in a stopover?