Argentina

Country Highlights

• Observe the soaring peaks of the Towers of Paine and the Paine Horns in Chilean Patagonia, visible across myriad hiking paths that dot Argentina’s Los Glaciares—Glacier National Park.
• Enjoy local dishes like Patagonian lamb al asador—roast lamb paired with selected seasonal vegetable dishes like berenjenas en escabeche (marinated eggplant) and grilled provoleta cheese. 
• Explore the waters of Argentina’s largest freshwater lake, Lago Argentino, in Santa Cruz, whose waters are a source of fresh trout and perch served in cafes in the nearby village of El Calafte.

Perito Moreno Glacier

Spanning over one-hundred square miles and constantly expanding, the Perito Moreno Glacier stands nearly three-hundred feet above the waters of Lago Argentino. The area is home to several guided paths that offer hikers a variety of viewing spots where to witness huge pieces of ice break off the glacier and into the bright blue waters below.

Gaucho Culture

The gaucho or mestizo culture of European and Indigenous American cowboys has held a place of prominence in Argentina for over four centuries, notably in local musical and theatrical performances featuring zapotéo dancers and clacking boleadoras.

Stroll Through Buenos Aires

The busy streets and ancient sidewalks of Buenos Aires still abound in beautiful architecture, open air cafes and a calendar of outdoor festivals. View original works by celebrated Argentinian artists like Antonio Berni, Rachel Forner, and Jorge De La Vega at MALBA, the Latin American Art Museum of Buenos Aires before a late lunch of fresh baked empanadas prepared by one of numerous sidewalk food vendors.