Argentina offers an extraordinary range of experiences — from the cosmopolitan streets of Buenos Aires to the thundering Iguazú Falls, the wine valleys of Mendoza, and the dramatic glaciers of Patagonia.
Top Argentina Highlights to Visit
Handpicked destinations for the ultimate argentina highlights experience
Perito Moreno Glacier
One of the world's few advancing glaciers
Perito Moreno is one of the most spectacular glaciers on earth — a 30km-long, 5km-wide wall of ice that advances into Lago Argentino and periodically ruptures in a thunderous collapse. Unlike most glaciers, Perito Moreno is actually growing, making it a rare and awe-inspiring natural phenomenon. Elevated walkways bring visitors face-to-face with the 60-metre ice wall.
Highlights
- The 60-metre ice wall calving into the lake
- Elevated walkways for close-up views
- Ice trekking on the glacier surface
- Boat tours along the glacier face
- Wildlife including condors and black-necked swans
Things to Do
- Walk the elevated boardwalks
- Join an ice trekking tour on the glacier
- Take a boat cruise along the ice wall
- Watch for calving events from the viewing platforms
- Visit at different times of day for changing light
Practical Info
Best Time to Visit
October–April
Recommended Duration
Half day to full day
Typical Cost
ARS 3,500 (approx £7) park entry; ice trek extra
Travel Tips
- ·Fly to El Calafate — 1.5 hours from Buenos Aires
- ·Bring layers — it's cold and windy even in summer
- ·Book ice trekking tours in advance
- ·The glacier is most active in the afternoon
- ·Combine with Torres del Paine in Chile for a Patagonia circuit
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Mendoza Wine Region
The world capital of Malbec
Mendoza is Argentina's premier wine region and one of the world's great wine destinations — a sun-drenched valley at the foot of the Andes producing the Malbec that has made Argentine wine famous globally. Over 1,500 wineries dot the landscape, from boutique family estates to grand bodegas, and the backdrop of snow-capped Andean peaks makes every tasting an unforgettable experience.
Highlights
- World-class Malbec tastings at top bodegas
- Andean mountain backdrop
- Cycling between wineries on flat vineyard roads
- Olive oil and artisan food producers
- Aconcagua — the highest peak outside Asia
Things to Do
- Cycle the wine routes between bodegas
- Join a guided wine tour with expert sommelier
- Visit Bodega Catena Zapata — Argentina's most iconic winery
- Dine at a winery restaurant with Andean views
- Take a day trip to Aconcagua Provincial Park
Practical Info
Best Time to Visit
March–May (harvest) and September–November
Recommended Duration
2–4 days
Typical Cost
Wine tastings from £5–£20 per winery
Travel Tips
- ·Fly to Mendoza from Buenos Aires (1.5 hours)
- ·Hire a bike or join a wine tour — don't drink and drive
- ·March harvest season is the most atmospheric time to visit
- ·Book popular bodegas in advance
- ·The altitude (760m) means the sun is intense — wear sunscreen
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