Is Argentina safe to visit?

Yes — Argentina is generally a safe destination for tourists. Petty crime can occur in larger cities, but our small group Argentina tours travel with experienced local guides and stick to well-trodden, secure routes

What is the best time to visit Patagonia?

The best time to visit Patagonia is November to March (Southern Hemisphere summer), when days are long and trekking conditions are at their best. Wind is a constant year-round.

How big are your Argentina tour groups?

We keep our Argentina group tours intimate with a maximum of 12 travellers, allowing better access to remote locations and personalised experiences.

How fit do I need to be?

Most itineraries involve moderate walking and some optional treks. Patagonia tours have more hiking; the Puna involves high altitudes — 4,200m at the Jama Pass.

Are internal flights included on Argentina tours?

Yes — all internal flights required by the itinerary are included unless otherwise stated.

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Argentina Tours & Holidays

Q: What is Argentina famous for?

Argentina is famous for Patagonia's glaciers and granite peaks, the Perito Moreno Glacier, gaucho culture and pampas, Malbec wine, tango, and the high-altitude landscapes of the Puna and Salinas Grandes.

Argentina holidays through Patagonia and the Andes — from colonial Salta and Salinas Grandes to the glaciers, peaks and steppe at the end of the world

Best timeNov–Mar (Patagonia); Apr–Oct (Northwest & Puna)
Time zoneART (UTC-3)
CurrencyArgentine Peso (ARS)
LanguageSpanish (official) & English (major cities)
Travel style Small group adventure & cultural
TransportInternal flights, 4x4s, trekking & boats
VisaVisa-free (up to 90 days) for UK, US, EU, CAN & AUS

Overview

An introduction to Argentina

Argentina tours offer one of South America's most epic journeys — a land of extraordinary contrasts stretching from colonial Salta in the northwest to the glaciers and wind-scoured plains of Tierra del Fuego in the far south. In the northwest, the high-altitude Puna plateau unfolds across salt-crusted plains, ancient Inca trails and volcanic peaks.

The vast Salinas Grandes salt flats stretch across more than 30,000 acres, and the Jama Pass crosses the Andes at 4,200m. In Patagonia, the jagged granite spires of Fitz Roy and Cerro Torre rise above glacial lakes, while the Perito Moreno Glacier calves thunderously into Lago Argentino — and the journey south ends at Ushuaia, the world's southernmost city. Our small group Argentina holidays take you deep into both regions, with the option to extend into Chile, Bolivia and the Uyuni Salt Flats.

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Our journeys

Tours in Argentina

Small-group departures led by local experts, plus private tailor-made itineraries shaped around your interests, pace and dates.

Argentina and Chile Glaciers and Peaks of Patagonia

This epic journey takes you from El Calafate to Ushuaia, the world’s southernmost city, at the very edge of South America. Along the way, you’ll witness the dramatic peaks of Fitz Roy and Cerro Torre—two of Patagonia’s most iconic mountains—stand in awe before the immense Perito Moreno Glacier, and cross the historic Magellan Strait into Tierra del Fuego. From glacier walks to windswept landscapes at the end of the world, this adventure showcases the very best of our Argentina Tours .

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£5,690

Argentina and Chile Puna & Atacama Experience

Discover the hidden beauty of the North West of Argentina and Chile. Located between Salta to the west and the borders of Chile and Bolivia this elevated plateau of wildly striking and desolate landscapes is filled with the sights of salt flats, flamingos, ancient Inca trails, desert labyrinths and herds of llamas and vicuñas. On this Argentina group tour, we travel through the magnificent Puna from Tolar Grande right down to the frontier-town of El Penon, stopping at the various sights. From salt lakes to extraordinary colours, flamingos, clay deserts, dunes, strangely eroded atolls and pumice fields you will feel like the only people in this Mars- like landscape.

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£5,750

Argentina, Chile and Bolivia Explorer

Come and discover the hidden beauty of the northern regions of Argentina and Chile, followed by an in-depth journey across Bolivia. After meeting up with your fellow travellers in Buenos Aires we head north to the charming city of Salta from where we explore Argentina’s little visited Puna region and the Atacama Desert in neighbouring Chile. Discover an elevated plateau of wildly striking and desolate landscapes filled with the sights of salt flats, flamingos, ancient Inca trails, desert labyrinths and herds of llamas and vicuñas.

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£8,295

Buenos Aires to Lima Rail Adventure

An epic overland rail adventure, operated by our partner Adventures by Train.

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£8,850

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Why visit

What makes Argentina worth the journey

A place apart

Iconic Patagonia Tours

Witness one of the world's few advancing glaciers and trek beneath the granite peaks of Fitz Roy.

Epic Trekking

Hike through some of the planet's most dramatic mountain scenery, from Patagonia to the Puna.

Andean Salt Flats & High Desert

Cross Salinas Grandes and the Jama Pass in landscapes that feel like another planet.

Diverse Wildlife

Spot Andean condors, flamingos, vicuñas and the wildlife of Tierra del Fuego on a single journey.

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Argentina and Chile Glaciers and Peaks of Patagonia

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Highlights

The highlights of Argentina

Colonial Salta

Explore the elegant northwest capital and its wine-growing Calchaquí Valleys, gateway to the Puna highlands.

Salinas Grandes & Purmamarca

Cross a vast white salt flat spanning over 30,000 acres and visit the Hill of Seven Colours in Purmamarca.

Puna Plains & Inca Trails

Traverse high-altitude desert plateaux along ancient trade routes used for centuries.

Jama Pass

Cross the Andes at 4,200m on the dramatic high-altitude route between Argentina and Chile.

Fitz Roy & Cerro Torre

Trek beneath the jagged granite spires that have made Patagonia legendary among climbers.

Perito Moreno Glacier

Stand metres from a 70-metre wall of ice as it calves thunderously into Lago Argentino.

El Calafate & El Chaltén

Stay in two of Patagonia's iconic gateway towns to explore Los Glaciares National Park.

Ushuaia & Tierra del Fuego

Reach the very tip of South America at the world's southernmost city, with options to sail the Beagle Channel.

Places to Explore

Places to explore in Argentina

Argentina rewards travellers who slow down — the best stories are found off the tour-bus route.

From the field

When to go

Picking the right season for your trip

The best time to visit Argentina depends entirely on the region. Patagonia is at its best during the Southern Hemisphere summer from November to March, when days are long, wildflowers bloom and trekking conditions are excellent — though Patagonia's famous wind is a year-round companion. The northwest and Puna are most pleasant from April to October, with clear skies, cold nights and warm sunny days; the summer months (December–February) bring short but heavy afternoon storms. The high-altitude Jama Pass and Salinas Grandes are most accessible during the dry winter months when skies are clearest.

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Looking to travel outside the typical windows? Our Argentina tailor-made team can advise on the best time for you.

From the journal

Stories from the region

Dispatches, field notes and practical advice from our specialists.

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Latin America

Cafayate, Argentina: The Wine Town Hiding in the Andes

Cafayate doesn't chase attention the way Mendoza does. Tucked into Argentina's high desert Calchaquí Valleys, this quiet wine town pairs floral, high-altitude Torrontés with red rock canyons and pre-Columbian ruins older than its vineyards, a corner of the Andes that rewards travellers willing to go a little further off the beaten track.

Jim Louth·2 Sept 2026

Latin America

Things to Do in Puerto Natales: A First-Timer's Guide to Chilean Patagonia

Puerto Natales has long been treated as a mere gateway to Torres del Paine, somewhere to sleep before or after the main event. But this small fjord town, built on a century of sheep farming history, has plenty to hold its own: a 10,000 year old cave that once sheltered a giant ground sloth, boat trips across the Última Esperanza Fjord to glaciers few travellers ever reach on foot, and condors circling above landscapes still grazed by guanacos and working estancias. Add in king crab fresh from the fjord, slow-roasted Patagonian lamb, and a berry the locals swear guarantees your return, and it becomes clear why so many visitors end up giving Puerto Natales far more than a passing night. Here's everything worth doing in this corner of Chilean Patagonia, before and after the towers.

Jim Louth·17 Aug 2026

Latin America

What Is Argentina Famous For? 15 Icons That Define This South American Nation

Tango, steak and football are just the start. Argentina is a country of jaw-dropping contrasts — Andean salt flats and Inca ruins in the north, glaciers and granite peaks in the south, tango-filled streets in between. Here are 15 icons that show what really makes this South American nation famous, from the obvious to the wonderfully overlooked.

Jim Louth·11 Aug 2026

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Argentina's sheer scale makes it perfect for tailor-made holidays. A private journey lets you combine the regions that matter most to you — the glaciers and granite peaks of Patagonia, the colonial city of Salta, the high-altitude Puna, the salt flats of Salinas Grandes, or a multi-country extension into Chile and Bolivia. Our team builds Argentina itineraries around your interests, fitness level and pace, whether that's serious trekking beneath Fitz Roy, crossing the Andes via the Jama Pass, or experiencing Patagonia at the end of the earth. Private guides, internal flights and hand-picked accommodation from boutique haciendas to glacier-front lodges are all arranged to ensure your trip feels seamless.

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Planning a trip to Argentina?

Yes — Argentina is generally a safe destination for tourists. Petty crime can occur in larger cities, but our small group Argentina tours travel with experienced local guides and stick to well-trodden, secure routes

Before you go

Essential information

Shared across all tours that visit this destination. Read alongside your individual tour dossier for trip-specific details.

Foreign Office travel advice

Before travelling, consult the latest UK FCDO advice at gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/argentina. Argentina is generally a safe destination, but petty crime can occur in major cities. US travellers should check travel.state.gov for current guidance.