Argentina · Rural Experiences

Authentic Farm Day in an Argentine Countryside Estancia

8 Hours Round trip from Pickup service provided in Buenos Aires. Easy pace

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The journey

Trip highlights

01 Full-day countryside experience from Buenos Aires to San Antonio de Areco
02 Scenic drive through the pampas with guide commentary
03 Visit a traditional silversmith's workshop and a local chocolate shop
04 Time at a traditional Argentine estancia
05 Horse riding or a carriage ride at the ranch
06 Typical Argentinian asado barbecue lunch
07 Folklore show during dessert
08 Live demonstration of gaucho skills

Spend a full day in the Argentine countryside and experience the traditions of San Antonio de Areco, one of the country’s most iconic gaucho towns. Travel from Buenos Aires through the pampas, visit local artisan stops in the village, and continue to a traditional estancia for a warm welcome in a rural setting.

At the ranch, enjoy classic Argentine hospitality with cold cuts, cheeses, beverages, horseback riding or a carriage ride, and a typical asado barbecue lunch. Round out the day with dessert, a folklore show, and a demonstration of gaucho skills for an authentic taste of country life.

Spend a full day in the Argentine countryside and experience the traditions of San Antonio de Areco, one of the country’s most iconic gaucho towns.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 8 Hours

Tour type Shared

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access No

Cities Buenos Aires, San Antonio de Areco

Languages English, Portuguese, Spanish

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Pick up and Road Trip

After your cruise ship docks in the Buenos Aires port you will board a minibus type vehicle and drive to San Antonio de Areco. On the way there, you can enjoy the views of the pampas and receive some explanation from your guide.

San Antonio de Areco´s Village

Visit a traditional silversmith's workshop, where skilled artisans craft exquisite pieces like mates and belt buckles, preserving gaucho traditions. Afterwards, a stop at a local chocolate shop provides a sweet contrast. These two brief stops perfectly showcase Areco's enduring craftsmanship and delightful local treats.

Traditional Estancia

Make your way to the Ranch. At this place, you will have a chance to take rides on horses or go for a ride in a carriage while enjoying some traditional cold cuts, cheeses and beverages. Then, you will enjoy a typical Argentinian barbeque of the finest meats. While you have dessert, you will be able to see a folklore show followed by a demonstration of gaucho skills.

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map — Round trip from Pickup service provided in Buenos Aires. 2 cities · 8 Hours

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

Lunch
Professional Local Guide
Port Pick-Up and Drop-Off
Horse riding

What's Not Included

Gratuities
Souvenirs (available for purchase)

Know before you go

PASSPORT REQUIRED
Not wheelchair accessible
Not stroller accessible
Not suitable for pets
No public transportation nearby
Infants must not sit on laps
Infant seats unavailable
At time of booking, Cruise ship passengers must provide the following information at time of booking: ship name, docking time, disembarkation time and re-boarding time
Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
This is a kid-friendly tour
Comfortable walking shoes are recommended
At time of booking, Cruise ship passengers must provide the following information at time of booking: ship name, docking time, disembarkation time and re-boarding time
Hotel pick-ups commence prior to this time, you must verify your exact pickup time.
Pick up and drop- off at Buenos Aires Cruise Port at 'Gate 12' (Address: Avenida Ramón Castillo 13)