Itineraries in Argentina

Planning a trip to Argentina ?

A dream destination, Argentina will make you feel things you’ve never felt before. 

Argentina is not only about famous football players like Lionel Messi or Maradona, even though their talent undeniably contributed to the country’s fame.
Land of Fire, Argentina has many qualities : desert, jungle, breathtaking sceneries as well as authentic traditions.
Learn to dance Tango during crazy celebrations while enjoying  “maté”, the local tea. Yes tea, not alcohol (not too much at least !). Learn about Gaucho history and taste traditional Argentinian dishes like empanadas.
Get lost in the Pampa and get ready to face Nature : earth, ocean and snow at the same time ! 

Ready for adventure ? ¡ Vamos !

What to see in Argentina ?

What to do in Argentina ?

Live the Argentinian life

• Sleep under the stars at Las Sierras Tontal Observatory in Barreal.
• Experience a unique “edge of the world” feeling at Ushuaïa.
• Feel the tiniest when facing the huge Iguazú falls.
• Eat local chocolate at San Carlos de Bariloche.
• Learn to dance Argentinian tango in the streets of Buenos Aires.
• Enjoy a cup of maté, the local tea in El Calafate.

But wait for it … Argentina also knows how to celebrate !

There are many national holidays all year long :

• In January, celebrate New Year’s Eve, ready to pop the champagne ? 
• Near Córdoba, enjoy Argentinian music, dance and food at la Fiesta Nacional del Folcloro in January.
• In February, the iconic Carnaval is a really important celebration in many countries such as Argentina, some regions’ celebrations could compete with the Brazilian Carnaval !  
• Celebrate wine at the end of February at la Fiesta Nacional de la Vendimia in Mendoza and at the beginning of March at the Festival del Viñador in La Rioja (did you know it is not only the wine’s name ? It is also a region !).
• Between February and March, dance through days and nights at the International Tango festival of  Buenos Aires.
• In April attend the International Festival of Independent Cinema and enjoy an independent movie in Buenos Aires.
• Art lovers, head to Argentina’s capital in May for the Arte BA.
• Traditionally, Argentina commemorates its flag’s creator, Manuel Belgraño during la semana de la Bandera in June.
• You’ve always dreamed of skiing in Argentina ? Go to the National Snow Holiday in Bariloche in August or/and to the National Ski Holiday in Patagonia in September.
• Feeling like you need a little more celebration ? Colors and crazy atmosphere ? Head to Buenos Aires‘ Gaypride on the first Saturday of November. 
• In December enjoy traditional Argentinian music at Fiesta National del Chàmame in Corrientes.

Languages in Argentina

¡ Hablamos argentino !

Before going, note that Argentinian is not a language. The official language is Spanish. ¡ Claro que si !

Don’t worry, english is widely spoken in the big cities. 

Spanish 101 

You’ve always dreamed of going to Argentina but you skipped Spanish classes in high school ? Here are the basic words you’ll need : 

• Hello : Buenos días/Buenas noches/Holá (Good morning/Good afternoon/Hi)
• Bye : Adiós
• Please : Por favor
• Thank you : Gracias
• Sorry : Lo siento/Perdón/Disculpa
• Yes : Sí
• No : No

Local currency in Argentina

Money, money, money

The official currency is the Argentinian Peso (ARS). Better get a money converter on your phone to manage your expenses more easily. 

If you need to change your money, don’t worry there are many exchange offices in the big cities. But do not exchange your money to people offering Pesos in the streets, most of the time they give out fake money ! 

Visa and Mastercard credit/debit card are accepted throughout the country.

Don’t forget to call your banker and tell them you’ll be using your card abroad, otherwise they might think it is fraudulent activity and block your card ! 

Traveling in Argentina

Is the steering wheel on the left or right ?

To get around in Argentina, taking the airplane is probably the best idea because of the long distances between cities.
If you have time, the bus network works pretty well for short or long distances, but be patient because of course it will take much longer than taking the airplane.
In some cases, renting a car could be a good solution, mainly in countryside cities. To rent a car you have to be at least 21 years old and have a valid driver’s licence as well as a credit/debit card.

And about the steering wheel, well it’s on the left side of the car and you’ll be driving on the right side of the road. 

Overall cost of your trip in Argentina

Thank you for all the information but how much will this cost ?

Transportation :

• Airplane, here are the different Argentinian Airlines :
  – Aerolíneas Argentinas (4805 ARS Buenos Aires/Ushuaia)
  – LATAM Airlines (4805 ARS Buenos Aires/Ushuaia)
  – Líneas Aéreas del Estado

• Long distance buses, called « micros », are pretty fast and confortable. Some even have sleepers for night travels. Here are the different companies :
  – Andesmar (around 2245 ARS to go from Buenos Aires to Bariloche)
  – Chevallier (around 2245 ARS to go from Buenos Aires to Bariloche)
  – El Rápido International (around 2245 ARS to go from Buenos Aires to Bariloche)
  – Via Bariloche
  The city buses are called « colectivos », prices will fluctuate depending on where you are and where you’re going. 

• Car rentals start at 256 ARS for 1 day and up to 200km / 124 miles with the smallest car.
  You’ll find affordable prices in Bariloche so if you can get there, you’ll end up saving money. Other option : renting your car online on international car rental agencies, prices will be lower. Gas is about 4.80 ARS / liter.
  

Accommodation :  

• For a bed in a dormitory in Buenos Aires, expect about 640 ARS / night, outside of the capital prices will be divided by two. 
• For a private bedroom with shared bathroom, expect about 1280 ARS / night. 
• For a week at a local’s house (3 meals / day included), expect about 2400 ARS. 
• Or sleep in the night buses, that way no accommodation expenses ! 

Eating :

• For a simple meal expect around 320 ARS and for a more elaborate meal around 800 ARS. But you’ll find restaurant with All-you-can-eat buffets for 72 ARS. 

Useful contact information in Argentina

If you need to join / go to your embassy while in Argentina, go to this website for the address, phone number, email address and website  : https://embassy.goabroad.com/embassies-in/argentina 

In case of emergency, call :

• Police : 112
• Medical center : 061
• Firefighters : 080

Book your trip to Argentina

Here are different website to book your trip.

For flights : 

• http://www.aerolineas.com.ar
• https://www.latam.com/fr_fr/
• http://www.lade.com.ar

For long distance buses :

• https://www.andesmar.com
• http://nuevachevallier.com
• https://www.elrapidoint.com.ar
• http://www.viabariloche.com.ar
• https://www.omnilineas.com

For car rentals :

• https://www.Hertz.com
  

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Practical information in Argentina

Tips to travelers :

• Tipping is recommended (una propina = a tip), most of the time about 10% of the total price.
• Do not forget your universel adapter otherwise you won’t be able to charge your devices !