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Cordoba Tour - 14 Night Itinerary

Travel from Buenos Aires to the natural wonders or Perito Moreno Glacier and the Iguazu Falls. Discover the treasures of Cordoba and its nearby valleys and end your tour with time at an authentic rural estancia.

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Tour Route

Travel Highlights

  • Spend 3-nights in the cosmopolitan city of Buenos Aires and experience its famous tango
  • Visit the magnificent Iguazu Falls, from both the Argentine and Brazilian sides
  • Get close to close the invigorating Perito Moreno Glacier
  • Take a scenic cruise through a glacial lake to Spegazzini Refuge
  • Enjoy a guided tour of Cordoba, with its stunning colonial architecture 
  • Explore the valleys and villages in the mountains that surround Cordoba
  • Spend 3-nights at an authentic Argentinian rural estancia

This itinerary can be tailored to your preferences by our specialist advisors, who can provide a guaranteed price based on your choice of departure date, route, duration, flights, cabin, hotels, transport and excursions.

Tour Itinerary

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Buenos Aires - 3 Nights

Day 1 - Departure from the UK on an overnight flight to Buenos Aires

Day 2 - Arrive in Buenos Aires

Day 3 - Guided tour of Buenos Aires

Day 4 - At leisure 

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Thursday, 16 January 2025

Fly to Buenos Aires

Depart the UK on an overnight flight to Buenos Aires.


Friday, 17 January 2025

Arrive in Buenos Aires

Arrive in Buenos Aires where you will be met by our guide and transferred to your chosen hotel for a 3-night stay including breakfast. The rest of the day is at leisure.


Saturday, 18 January 2025

Guided tour of Buenos Aires

Enjoy a half-day guided tour of Buenos Aires, visiting Plaza de Mayo Square and Casa Rosada - the Presidential Palace. There, you will visit Parliament and will then continue to the "Pirámide de Mayo" and the famous Colon Theatre, one of the best Opera houses in the world. Continue to San Telmo and La Boca, with its colourful houses and where artists sell their work, and tango dancers dance in the street. we also visit Palermo district and Recoleta with its lovely gardens.


Sunday, 19 January 2025

At leisure

Today is free to explore Buenos Aires depending on your interests.

Cyan Hotel de las Americas

Buenos Aires - Tourist Hotel

An elegant hotel with spacious rooms and situated in the heart of the Barrio Norte, an elegant residential and commercial district, within comfortable walking distance of the exclusive shops of the Santa Fe and 9 de Julio avenues. All 162 rooms have private facilities, TV and telephone, mini-bar, and air-conditioning. There is 24 hour room service, a restaurant, two bars and a weekend tango show.

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Loi Suites Recoleta Hotel

Buenos Aires - First Hotel

The Loi Suites Hotel is located in the Recoleta area of Buenos Aires, close to the best shops and the trendy cafes overlooking the park.

The hotel has 112 air-conditioned rooms and suites combining style, comfort and technology. All decorated with tasteful beiges and creams creating a relaxing home away from home. T

There is a restaurant, bar, superb indoor heated swimming pool and health club.

The rates include breakfast.

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Sofitel Buenos Aires Recoleta

Buenos Aires - Luxury Hotel

Located in the elegant Recoleta neighbourhood, Sofitel Recoleta is a luxurious 5-star hotel providing an authentic experience. 

The comfortable, air-conditioned, double or twin rooms have free WIFI, private bathroom, safe, mini bar, city or garden views. 

Public areas include the Alma Buenos Aires restaurant specialising  in seasonal local meats and vegetables. There is also a swimming pool, bar, fitness centre, sauna, and massage room.

Staying in Recoleta, you are close to several attractions, like Patio Bullrich Shopping, facing the Sofitel, and Avenida Alvear and its French architecture and luxury stores, a few blocks from the hotel. Visit Teatro Colón, in the world's top 5, National Museum of Fine Arts & El Ateneo Grand Splendid bookstore. See the elegant neighbourhood near Puerto Madero and Women's Bridge, which marks its landscape.

The rates include breakfast.

Sofitel Recoleta
Perito Moreno

El Calafate - 3 Nights

Day 5 - Fly to El Calafate

Day 6 - Perito Moreno Glacier

Day 7 - Glaciers and Patagonian Lakes cruise

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Monday, 20 January 2025

Fly to El Calafate

Transfer to the airport and fly to El Calafate. On arrival, transfer to your chosen hotel for a 3-night stay including breakfast. The rest of the day is at leisure to enjoy this lively city.


Tuesday, 21 January 2025

Perito Moreno Glacier

Today enjoy a full day excursion to the Los Glaciares National Park to see the incredible Perito Moreno Glacier. Stand in silence as you admire the immensity of this natural wonder, only interrupted by the movement of the glacier when its immense blocks of ice fall into the Canal de los Témpanos. There is also the option of taking a boat ride to get a closer look at the glacier. 


Wednesday, 22 January 2025

Glaciers and Patagonian Lakes Cruise

Our full day tour travels across Boca del Diablo where we join a cruise vessel and sail the Upsala channel amongst large icebergs that emerge from Upsala Glacier front. Then we enter the Spegazzini Channel from where we will get the first view of Seco Glacier. We continue sailing to the front of the Spegazzini Glacier and disembark at Spegazzini Base. Here, we walk through the “Forest Trail” to Spegazzini Refuge for lunch. The scenery on our walk returning to the cruise vessel is quite stunning.

Esplendor by Wyndham El Calafate

Perito Moreno Glacier - First Hotel

In the heart of the Argentinean Patagonia stands the Esplendor del Calafate Hotel. Located in the centre of charming Calafate, the hotel has a stunning view of the pristine Argentino Lake and the imposing Calafate Hill. Artfully constructed from natural materials such as slate stone and Quebracho wood, the hotel blends beautifully with its spectacular natural surroundings.

Each room features a queen-size bed and other amenities include cable TV, telephone, mini bar, and in-room safe. The private bathroom is stocked with toiletries and a hairdryer.

Public areas include a bar, restaurant, spa and indoor swimming pool.

Accommodation includes room and buffet breakfast.

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Mirador del Lago Hotel

Perito Moreno Glacier - First Hotel

The El Mirador del Lago Hotel is located near the downtown area, facing Lago Argentino.

All rooms have a cosy feel to them and include private bathroom, tv, music, central heating, and safety deposit box.

The hotel has a lounge, restaurant and snack bar for guest convenience. 

Accommodation includes room and buffet breakfast.

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Hosteria Helsingfors

Perito Moreno Glacier - Luxury Lodge

Helsingfors Lodge is set amidst beautiful landscapes in Los Glaciares National Park in Argentina’s Patagonia, surrounded by lush woods and panoramic views of the lake, Mount Fitz Roy and the Andes Mountains. The lodge is a perfect base to explore Patagonian Argentina, with guided trekking and horse riding adventures available from the lodge.

The lodge has luxury 9 rooms, each with a private bathroom, decorated and designed with an exquisite taste, combining colours and textures that blend in with the environment.

Public areas include a cosy sitting room with a large fireplace and a bar. A refined cellar with selected Argentine wines accompanies the delights of a sophisticated regional cuisine. FREE Wi-Fi is available in the lobby.

Patagonia Lodge Helsingfors
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Iguazu Falls - 2 Nights

Day 8 - Fly to Iguazu

Day 9 - Tour of the Argentine & Brazilian sides of the falls

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Thursday, 23 January 2025

Fly to Iguazu

Today we fly north to Iguazu. On arrival, our guide will transfer you to your chosen hotel for a 2-night stay including breakfast, The rest of the dat is free for you to visit this incredible natural wonder at your own pace.


Friday, 24 January 2025

Tour of Argentine & Brazilian sides of the falls

Today enjoy a full day guided tour of the Argentinean and Brazilian side of the falls, visiting Devil's Throat and many scenic viewpoints of the magnificent falls. We cross onto Brazil and admire the falls from a different perspective, viewing 'Cañon del Río Iguazú', Salto Rivadavia and Tres Mosqueteros. We will also see Devil's Gorge lower viewpoint. An invigorating and memorable day!

La Reserva Virgin Lodge

Iguazu Falls - Tourist Lodge

Located in the forest outside of the town of Puerto Iguazu, and 15 minutes from the falls, La Cantera Jungle Lodge has rooms in a series of bungalows connected by raised walkways. The rooms are spacious and well appointed, with a balcony looking out into the forest as well as private facilities and air conditioning.

The hotel has a restaurant and a swimming pool with a terrace area for relaxing.

The rates include breakfast.

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Gran Melia Iguazu

Iguazu Falls - First Hotel

Set within the Iguazu National Park the Gran Melia Iguazu Hotel is a three-story hotel with spectaculars views of the magnificent Iguazu Falls. It is the only hotel with rooms that look directly over the Falls.

The superb public facilities include an infinity pool with views of the Iguazu Falls, the Yasi Spa and health club, 4 bars (the rooftop bar is a great place to enjoy a drink and the fantastic views) and the Merkado Restaurant serving international and Argentine specialities. 

The hotel has 177 guest rooms split by deluxe, red level and suite categories. All rooms are air-conditioned and extremely well-appointed with private bathroom, king size beds, safe, mini bar, TV and luxury in room amenities. 

From the hotel, you can easily walk to the nearby trails to observe the Falls, ideal for those who want to beat the tourist crowds and have more flexibility. The hotel also offers tango lessons, yoga classes and photographic tours.

The rates are on a room and breakfast basis.

Aerial view of Iguassu/Iguazu waterfalls between Brasil and Argentina

Awasi Iguazu

Iguazu Falls - Luxury Hotel

Awasi Iguazú is located on the Argentinian side of the Iguazú Falls. The hotel has the same philosophy as all Awasi hotels: assigning a private vehicle and guide per room to provide guests with personalised services and tailor-made experiences. 

The 14 suites (including one master suite) are located in a private reserve on the edge of the River Iguazú, just 15 minutes from the falls. Each room is stand-alone, and built on stilts for minimal environmental impact. Guests have their own independence and privacy whilst also being able to enjoy the communal area of the Main Lodge. As well as private excursions to the falls, Awasi Iguazú offers unique and innovative jungle excursions, which allow guests to experience not only the falls, but also the fauna, flora and indigenous cultures of the surrounding Atlantic Rainforest.

The rates include airport transfers, lodging, all meals, private excursions and all drinks.

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Estancia Jesua Tica Santa Catalina

Cordoba - 3 Nights

Day 10 - Fly to Cordoba and city tour

Day 11 - Calamuchita Valley tour

Day 12 - Valle De Punilla tour

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Saturday, 25 January 2025

Fly to Cordoba and city tour

Transfer to the airport and fly to Cordoba. On arrival, transfer to your chosen hotel for a 3-night stay including breakfast. In the afternoon enjoy a guided tour of Cordoba including a visit to the famous cathedral.


Sunday, 26 January 2025

Calamuchita Valley tour

Today enjoy a full day tour exploring the Calamuchita Valley. We start at Alta Gracia, where we visit the Jesuit Church and house of Manuel de Falla. Continue to Villa La Bolsa, Anizacate, La Serranita, and Villa Ciudad de America through the beautiful mountain road to Los Molinos Dam. Our final stop is Villa General Belgrano, an attractive village with German origins.


Monday, 27 January 2025

Valle De Punilla tour

Today we explore the scenic Valle De Punilla, driving on "Camino de las Cien Curvas" (the road of the hundred curves) to the San Roque Dam. Continue to Cosquín, Valle Hermoso and La Falda where it is possible to enjoy lunch. Then comes a brief city tour and continue through the mountains to Huerta Grande, Villa Giardino, Cruz Chica, Cruz Grande and La Cumbre to finally get to Los Cocos. The itinerary continues to Capilla del Monte, its city and surroundings to admire the Cerro Uritorco, the Calle Techada and El Zapato, characteristic rock formation. 

Azur Real Hotel Boutique

Cordoba Province - Luxury Hotel

The Azur Hotel is a luxury family run boutique hotel located in the historic centre of Córdoba. The building dates back to 1915 and the authentic history of the province is evident in each space of the hotel.

The hotel has 14 stylish rooms, each with a desk, personal bar, TV, telephone, free Wi-Fi, hairdryer, toiletries, safe and tea and coffee making facilities.

Public areas include the indoor and outdoor heated pool, a restaurant serving locally inspired dishes, a luxury spa, gym and stunning roof top space to relax.

The rates are on a bed and breakfast basis.

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Estancia La Paz - 3 Nights

Day 13 - Jesuitical Estancias Circuit

Day 14 - Estancia La Paz

Day 15 - Estancia La Paz

Day 16 - Fly back to the UK

Day 17 - Arrive in the UK

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Tuesday, 28 January 2025

Jesuitical Estancias Circuit

Today we follow a route exploring rural Argentina, visiting Jesús María and its National Jesuit Museum, a ranch purchased by the Jesuits in 1618, as well as  the Jesuit Ranch Santa Catalina, Ascochinga, Sagrado Corazón de Jesús Chapel, and Agua de Oro, where a road takes us to the famous Candonga Chapel. It belonged to the Jesuits and dates back to 1730.

We then continue to Estancia La Pax where we stay for 3-nights including breakfast.


Wednesday, 29 January 2025

Estancia La Paz

A day free to relax at the estancia, or partake in one of the many optional activities on offer.


Thursday, 30 January 2025

Estancia La Paz

Your final day to enjoy the unique way of life in rural Argentina.


Friday, 31 January 2025

Fly back to the UK

Morning at leisure in the estancia. In the afternoon, transfer to Cordoba airport for your overnight flight back to the UK.


Saturday, 01 February 2025

Arrive back in the UK

Arrive back in the UK in the morning.

Estancia La Paz

Cordoba Province - First Estancia

Once owned by a former president of Argentina, the historical Estancia La Paz and its  surrounding parklands offer the chance to experience rural Argentina in style and comfort. Both Estancia La Paz and the town of Ascochinga have a long tradition of love and vocation for the equestrian sport. Two polo fields in Tifwat and equestrian facilities make it possible to practice this sport in an unrivalled setting.

Each of the 20 rooms, suites or villas have views of the golf course, polo fields, mountains, the Ascochinga River or Thays Park.

The rooms, suites and villas are highly individual: The Roca Suite - where the General once rested; Old Villa Laundry - one of the most charming buildings on the estate; Bride’s suite - a former indoor women's pool; Among the stone walls - innovative suites with internal patios; Garden rooms - overlooking the final holes of the golf course; The Bouquet room - named after the roses that perfume and decorate their surroundings.

The restaurant 1830 offers international influences with regional style, prioritising fresh flavours with a variety of meats cooked in different cooking methods.

There is much to do on the estate, from walks in the countryside, horse riding, polo and golf.

The rates include breakfast.

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Price Guidelines

Season Low Season High Season
Travel Dates March to June July & August - December to February
Room Arrangement First First
Multiple Travellers - Twin Rooms £4,932 £5,720

Prices are a guideline per person, for travel within the next year and booking early and are subject to availability. Please see below what is included and request a detailed quotation with a guaranteed price for your specific departure date and for Special Events, Summer, Christmas, New Year's Eve & Easter.


What's Included

  • 17 Days/14 Nights
  • International flights (2 overnight)
  • Internal flights
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  • Breakfast everyday and meals as described on the itinerary
  • Transfers to and from airports
  • Transport throughout the itinerary
  • Excursions listed, all with expert, English-speaking guides
  • Exclusive list of restaurant suggestions

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