A LUXURY HOLIDAY TO ARGENTINA

Argentina’s vastness means a climate as diverse as its landscapes. The Southern Hemisphere spring (September – November) and autumn (March – May) are excellent times to visit Buenos Aires, when the city is not too hot and jacarandas bloom beneath temperate skies. Summer (November – March) is ideal for Patagonia’s glaciers and Andean treks, while the arid north is best visited in winter (June – August) for crisp days and brilliant light. If wine country beckons, Mendoza is at its most spectacular in early autumn, when the vineyards are aflame with colour and the grape harvest is in full swing.

Argentina’s sheer scale and imperfect connectivity mean it’s not a quick country to get around – but that’s all part of the charm. We can recommend the best ways to make the most of a week or ten days there; for a fuller experience, two weeks is ideal, or three weeks if you’d like to also venture further afield to another neighbouring country such as Chile or Brazil.

Argentina is generally a safe, welcoming country for tourists to visit. While opportunistic thefts and petty crime can occur, particularly in busy urban areas, a dash of common sense and a watchful eye go a long way – as in any city.

This shouldn’t put you off exploring Argentina by any means; millions of tourists flock to the country each year, and the majority do not experience any threats to their safety.

Combine Argentine Patagonia with Chile, traversing the Andes to explore Torres del Paine’s craggy majesty or Santiago’s thriving food scene. Should you prefer to head north, cross into Bolivia for the surreal Salar de Uyuni or follow the high-altitude wine trail to Chile’s Atacama Desert. Alternatively, for a touch of tropical intrigue, visit the Iguazú Falls alongside Brazil’s jungles or the legendary beaches of Rio de Janeiro.

The beauty of Argentina lies in its diversity. Buenos Aires is all Parisian elegance, tango salons and late-night cafés, while Patagonia offers dramatic glaciers, cerulean lakes and wind-sculpted steppes. To the north, Iguazú Falls and Salta feel worlds apart. The Pampas is the heartland of Argentina’s unique gaucho culture, while Ushuaia beckons adventurers to the literal end of the world. Often the country’s real magic is to be found in the lesser-known destinations, so please do talk to our travel designers about these.