Buenos Aires

One of the world's most wondrous cities, Buenos Aires is more European than Latin American. Open the phonebook and you'll find as many Italian surnames as Spanish ones. You'll also find many British, German, Jewish and Japanese names. Much like the United States, Argentina experienced waves of immigration at the turn of the century and after the Second World War.

It is a city that hardly sleeps, with restaurants routinely serving until 2 or 3 am. There are no obvious slums and, unlike many US cities, the “downtown” areas are not decaying. In fact, they are the heart of the city, home to the best hotels, shops and restaurants. You'll spend much of your time downtown.

Soccer is a national passion; but, thanks to the British, polo is also first rate.

The city has many fine museums and a world-reknowned opera house. Shopping for fine leathers and furs can be fun and rewarding.

You can begin and end your stay in Buenos Aires. But why not see the rest of Argentina? The second largest country in South America, it covers an area of over one million square miles. If you can imagine South America resembling a lamb chop, Argentina and Chile share the bone.

No matter where you travel, take some simple precautions in order to avoid health problems, crime and other mishaps. Following are a few suggestions:

To avoid suspicion when passing through customs, always carry prescription medications in their original containers. Be sure to bring a few extra days worth of medication in case your return home is delayed.

Research the health risks of the areas you plan to visit and allow yourself time to update or get vaccinations and immunizations as necessary. You should also check on the availability of medical care.

Try to avoid tap water, ice cubes, local dairy products and raw or uncooked foods if you are traveling in rural areas or cities in lesser developed nations. Drink bottled water.

Carry a small medical kit with basic emergency supplies, including stomach remedies, band-aids, gauze, antiseptic, and neosporin or something similar for insect bites. If you have any allergies (insect bites, foods, etc.) or health conditions that require a special medication, include it in your medical kit. Check on the accessibility of medical assistance before you leave home.

Things to Do

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Tours

  • Argentina, Uruguay & Brazil Discovery - Small Group

    From $6,393.00 (USD)

    Tour Type: DiscoveryBrochure Type: V1 Latin 2024Treat yourself to the finer things in life as you sip Copacabana Beach cocktails in Rio, shop the Tango District antique markets in Buenos Aires and unwind at a spa hotel, overlooking the mists of the I...

  • Patagonia

    From $8,990.00 (USD)

    Explore the mysterious region of Patagonia as Tauck takes you through the southern Andes mountains, one of the most beautiful places on Earth… past stunning fjords, glaciers, turquoise lakes, jagged, dramatic mountains valleys populated by exo...

  • Classic South America

    From $8,838.00 (USD)

    Tour Type: Luxury GoldBrochure Type: Grand European Americas Luxury Gold 2023See the sights of Santiago, enjoy wine tasting in Casablanca Valley and get up close with Eva Peron's famous balcony in Buenos Aires-all on this immersive tour of South Amer...

  • Patagonia: Edge of the World

    From $5,399.00 (USD)

    Take a step into a world of pure nature in Patagonia, where crystal-clear waters meet mountainside glaciers. Feel the Latin-infused rhythms of Buenos Aires. Breathe in the peace and serenity of Tierra del Fuego National Park.

  • GLOBUS 2024: South American Odyssey with Peru (SGE)

    From $7,569.00 (USD)

    Quadruple the sights, sounds, and sizzle on this South American vacation through three of the continent's most scintillating countries.

  • GLOBUS 2023: South American Odyssey with Amazon & Peru (SGY)

    From $8,249.00 (USD)

    Quadruple the sights, sounds, and sizzle on this South American vacation through three of the continent's most scintillating countries.

  • GLOBUS 2024: South American Odyssey with Amazon & Easter Island (SGY2)

    From $7,979.00 (USD)

    Triple the sights, sounds, and sizzle on this South American vacation through three of the continent's most scintillating countries.

  • 2023: Ultimate South America (1200)

    From $3,169.00 (USD)

    Discover some of South America's greatest cities-Rio de Janeiro, Buenos Aires, and Lima-and some of its most spectacular sites on this South America tour to Brazil, Argentina, and Peru.

  • GLOBUS 2024: Brazil & Argentina Escape with Santiago (K4E)

    From $1,979.00 (USD)

    Leave real life behind in Rio where the samba plays, and days turn into Tango nights with an escape to Brazil and Argentina.

  • Argentina, Uruguay & Brazil Discovery - Small Group

    From $6,931.00 (USD)

    Tour Type: DiscoveryBrochure Type: IV USA Canada & Latin 2023Treat yourself to the finer things in life as you sip Copacabana Beach cocktails in Rio, shop the Tango District antique markets in Buenos Aires and unwind at a spa hotel, overlooking the m...

  • GLOBUS 2023: Spirit of South America with Amazon (SAQ)

    From $5,909.00 (USD)

    Rum and rumba. Ruins and rainforests. Rio and revelry. This carefree vacation to South America has just the R&R you crave.

  • Patagonia

    From $8,390.00 (USD)

    Explore the mysterious region of Patagonia as Tauck takes you through the southern Andes mountains, one of the most beautiful places on Earth… past stunning fjords, glaciers, turquoise lakes, jagged, dramatic mountains valleys populated by exo...

  • GLOBUS 2024: Patagonia: Journey to the End of the World (SF)

    From $6,309.00 (USD)

    Whereas most fairy tales conclude with 'The End,' that is exactly where this one begins.

  • GLOBUS 2024: South American Odyssey with Amazon (SGQ)

    From $6,739.00 (USD)

    Triple the sights, sounds, and sizzle on this South American vacation through three of the continent's most scintillating countries.

  • GLOBUS 2024: South America Getaway with Amazon & Santiago (SBY)

    From $4,909.00 (USD)

    Want to learn the scintillating samba-or the tantalizing tango? Sip sweet caipirinhas-or dry Argentine wines? Sunbathe on famous beaches-or soak in the beauty of neoclassical architecture?

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Cruises

Tours

  • Classic South America

    From $8,838.00 (USD)

    Tour Type: Luxury GoldBrochure Type: Grand European Americas Luxury Gold 2023See the sights of Santiago, enjoy wine tasting in Casablanca Valley and get up close with Eva Peron's famous balcony in Buenos Aires-all on this immersive tour of South Amer...

  • Patagonia: Edge of the World

    From $5,399.00 (USD)

    Take a step into a world of pure nature in Patagonia, where crystal-clear waters meet mountainside glaciers. Feel the Latin-infused rhythms of Buenos Aires. Breathe in the peace and serenity of Tierra del Fuego National Park.

 
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