Gaucho Festival
Experience the largest Gaucho Festival in Argentina, a traditional annual event.
Experience the raw traditions of Argentina during the annual Guacho Festival in San Antonio de Areco, watching cowboy rodeos and tucking in to asados by day and returning to a cosy Relais & Chateaux estancia by night.
Experience the largest Gaucho Festival in Argentina, a traditional annual event.
Stay on an expansive and authentic Relais & Chateaux estancia surrounded by pampas.
Marvel at the estancia’s daily horse whispering show, conducted by gauchos.
Gallop with a gaucho across the pampas or perhaps watch an off-season polo match.
The sophisticated capital of Buenos Aires may be at Argentina’s head, but the heart of the nation and the people is out in the countryside. Journey to an unapologetically authentic estancia to witness gauchos from all over the country congregate in a dazzling annual cowboy display, accompanied every step of the way by guides from the Relais & Chateaux estancia.
Days 1-3
Buenos Aires
Day 4
Buenos Aires - San Antonio de Areco
Days 5-6
San Antonio de Areco
Day 7
San Antonio de Areco - Buenos Aires
Days 1-3
Buenos Aires
Wander the world-class museums, antique markets, colonial architecture and cobbled streets of Buenos Aires.
Day 4
Buenos Aires - San Antonio de Areco
Days 5-6
San Antonio de Areco
Experience the largest Gaucho Festival in Argentina, staying on an expansive Relais & Chateaux estancia.
Day 7
San Antonio de Areco - Buenos Aires
Travel overland to one of the oldest estancias in Argentina, Estancia La Bamba de Areco. With all meals included, guests can tuck in to the chef’s legendary crepes with dulce de leche and partake in an authentic Argentine asado washed down with wine. Horse whisperer shows are conducted daily, home baked empanadas accompany barbeque lunches, and sociable dogs run around the house and grounds.
Once a year, gauchos come flocking from far and wide to San Antonio de Areco, a town whose antiquated architecture and narrow cobbled streets hark back to the 18th century. For just one week in November, powerful gleaming Criollo horses and striking riders in full traditional dress parade around town. Equestrian parades, breaking-in demonstrations, folk dancing, craft stalls, food stands and smoking grills are daily occurrences, and guests of the estancia have access to an exclusive base serving food and drink in the middle of the festivities.
Don a fringe poncho and saddle up for a horseback ride across the pampas in the company of a gaucho or observe a thrilling polo game played by the international team that use the estancia as their base. Ride a mountain bike to the nearest town to visit the master silversmiths in their workshops or explore the charming Ricardo Guiraldes Gaucho Museum.
Known as ‘The Paris of Latin America’, Buenos Aires is quite simply one of the world’s greatest cosmopolitan cities. Wander its world-class museums, antique markets, colonial architecture and cobbled streets, and visit the fascinating Recoleta Cemetery that is home to the resting place of Eva Peron. Perhaps visit a tango show or take the hydrofoil to Uruguay.
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December to February is the peak of summer in Argentina, bringing long summer days and pleasant temperatures. As this is the busiest time of year to travel, expect peak prices and we recommend planning 9-12 months in advance for availability. Summer is the best time of year for all the outdoor experiences that the country has to offer.
January and February are the peak of summer in Argentina, bringing long summer days and pleasant temperatures. As this is the busiest time of year to travel, expect peak prices and we recommend planning 9-12 months in advance for availability. Summer is the best time of year for all the outdoor experiences that the country has to offer.
March brings the end of summer across the country. If you are planning to visit Patagonia, it is best to start here in early March as it is still accessible.
April starts the autumn in Argentina. As the temperatures lower, crowds thin across the country. This can be a great time to avoid large numbers of visitors and to experience the autumnal colours across the countryside.
As the country moves further into late autumn, temperatures continue to drop. However, cooler temperatures can make for a pleasant visit to Iguazu Falls, Mendoza and the desert avoiding the crowds.
June begins the winter season across the country. Although Patagonia becomes more challenging to access, this can be a good time to visit other more popular destinations further north without the crowds. This is also the best time to view the southern right whales off the Valdes Peninsula.
July and August are the depths of winter for the country. This brings much cooler temperatures and snow in some regions. Although perhaps not an ideal time to see the highlights, this can be a good time to visit Buenos Aires in an off-peak time with cooler temperatures.
July and August are the depths of winter for the country. This brings much cooler temperatures and snow in some regions. Although perhaps not an ideal time to see the highlights, this can be a good time to visit Buenos Aires in an off-peak time with cooler temperatures.
September officially welcomes spring across Argentina. This is a great time to experience the northern region without the peak season prices or crowds.
As the country moves further into spring, the countryside starts to bloom with wildflowers. This is a great time of year to get involved with outdoor activities while temperatures are still cool and the crowds are quieter.
November is a great time of year to visit as summer begins yet beating the peak season crowds that come in December. Patagonia is in full bloom and the vineyards of Mendoza are surrounded by the stunning snow-capped Andes.
December in Argentina brings the start of the peak season. Temperatures are warm, although due to the size of the country these can vary so it is advisable to bring layers. Weather is at its most desirable for outdoor activities and sightseeing. Following from the spring rains, the falls of Iguazu are at their most impressive during December.
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