Gaucho Small-Group Full Day at a Farm in Buenos Aires
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Enjoy a small-group tour from Buenos Aires to San Antonio de Areco and have a chance to see the pampas as you drive there. You will tour the village, visit a estancia, and see a folklore show. Your tour includes lunch, a professional and local guide and transportation. Languages Offered: Spanish, English & Portuguese We are granted by the safe travel seal of World Travel & Tourism Council.
Your experience
Stop 1
Begin your 9-hour tour with a drive from your hotel in Buenos Aires to the village of San Antonio de Areco. Enjoy views of the pampas en route and listen to commentary about the area from your guide.
Stop 2
Visit a traditional silversmith's workshop, where skilled artisans craft exquisite pieces like mates and belt buckles, preserving gaucho traditions. Afterwards, a stop at a local chocolate shop provides a sweet contrast. These two brief stops perfectly showcase Areco's enduring craftsmanship and delightful local treats.
Stop 3
Located on Segundo Sombra Street, between Alsina and Arrellano. Don José Ruiz de Arellano founded the first oratory in the center of his stay. The foundation of this oratory was very important for the creation of the town. In the years 1720 and 1728, the first chapel was built, it was located a little more to the right than the current one. The foundation stone of the present church was placed on February 7, 1869 and was buried under the central entrance door. Inside it was placed a lead box containing the original records written on parchment, newspapers of the day, medals and coins of the time.
Stop 4
Make your way to a Estancia in Buenos Aires in San Antonia de Areco. At this place, you will have a chance to take rides on horses while enjoying some traditional cold cuts, cheeses and beverages. Then, you will enjoy a typical Argentinian barbeque of the finest meats. While you have dessert, you will be able to see a folklore show followed by a demonstration of gaucho skills.
What’s included
- Carbonated beverages
- Hotel Pick-Up and Drop-Off
- Alcoholic beverages
- Live entertainment
- Lunch
- Professional Local Guide
Not included
- Gratuities
Before you go
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- A current valid passport is required on the day of travel
- May be operated by a multi-lingual guide
- Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
- This is a kid-friendly tour
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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