Argentina: Wine, Culture & la Patagonia

      San Carlos de Bariloche, Río Negro, Argentina

      Ho
      Heart of Travel
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      82 reviews
      Apr 16 - 28, 2023
      Group size: 6 - 10
      Argentina: Wine, Culture & la Patagonia
      San Carlos de Bariloche, Río Negro, Argentina

      Heart of Travel
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      82 reviews

      $NaN
      Apr 16 - 28, 2023
      Group size: 6 - 10

      About this trip

      We are beyond excited for Heart of Travel's inaugural 14 day/ 13 night excursion to Argentina: Wine, Culture, & Patagonia tour. On this trip we'll experience the bustling metropolitan city of Buenos Aires, making sure to indulge in all the delicious gastronomy, visit world-famous wine country in Mendoza, while also getting a healthy dose of nature and stunning views as we venture into the Southern region of Patagonia. 


      On this tour, we'll start by learning about the arrival of the Spanish, the massive European migrations at the end of the 19th century, and analyze how the history of the nation has impacted modern-day Argentina. We'll spend our days in Buenos Aires watching live tango shows, meandering the ever-charming streets of the city, and sharing meals with a local Argentine family. In Mendoza, taste a local Malbec while also learning about the entire wine-making process, and get an expert's opinion on which bottle you should take home from our in-house sommelier and Program Director extraordinaire, Pamela Aguilar. While in Patagonia, prepare to be in constant awe of the crystal clear glacial lakes, tall mountain ranges, and the quaint Colonia Suiza- the first European settlement in the region. 


      We are thrilled about our 2023 trip to Argentina and we can't wait to share this incredible country with our Heart of Travel family. Keep scrolling to view the complete itinerary. 

      What’s included

      • Accommodation
        13 nights in boutique hotels
      • Fees
        Entrance fees, tickets, local guides for all activities indicated on itinerary
      • 24/7 Assistance
        Heart of Travel tour leaders (fully bilingual) available 24/7 during your trip
      • Meals
        Daily
      • Spanish immersion
        Opportunities for those interested in practicing their Spanish, just let us know!
      • Airfare assistance
        We will help you find the best flight deal for your trip
      • International airfare
        To/from Argentina
      • Meals
        Meals not indicated on the itinerary
      • Additional tours
        Extra activities done individually during your free time
      • Tips
        Tips to local guides and tour leaders, while not mandatory, are met with deep gratitude

      Available Packages

      Double Occupancy
      Available until April 5, 2023only 3 left

      Price per person when booking a double occupancy spot. 

      $4,995
      Deposit: $1,000
      Single Occupancy
      Available until April 5, 2023only 3 left

      Price per person when booking a single occupancy spot. 

      $5,695
      Deposit: $1,000

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      Itinerary

      Day 1
      Welcome to Argentina!

      Upon arriving at the airport,  your Program Director, Pamela Aguilar, will be waiting to greet you. She will then accompany you to your accommodation to get settled and give you a brief orientation of the area. 


      Once everyone has arrived, we’ll head over to a family welcome dinner in which we’ll experience a typical Argentinian evening. Between conversations, anecdotes, and experiences being shared, we’ll enjoy an authentic Argentina meal as we taste empanadas, an array of local cuts of meat and vegetables on the grill, and local wines. 


      You'll have an unforgettable evening becoming part of an Argentine family descended from Italian immigrants that are passionate about traveling and sharing experiences with people from all over the world. This particular family is so inspired by travelers that they opened their beautiful home in San Isidro, one of the most beautiful residential neighborhoods in Buenos Aires, for guests to come to share great food, delicious wine, and amazing conversation.

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      Ho
      Heart of Travel
      82 reviews
      The Heart of Travel was born out of a deep-rooted love and passion for travel, art, history, food, nature, culture and adventure as well as a call to give back to the communities and people that had already provided us with so much. The travel industry has long been bombarded with double decker tour busses, beach front resorts and cruise ships, often at the expense of the local communities. As a response to this failing system, we began a boutique travel company that allows clients to explore new places in an authentic and non-touristy way, offering travelers a more intimate and unique experience all while removing the stress and hassle of researching, planning, bargain hunting, reserving and more that goes along with planning a trip or vacation.

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      By Lina A on 27 Jun, 2023
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      By Olivia S on 22 Nov, 2022
      I’ve just returned home from 17 days on Heart of Travel’s first fabulous trip to Spain. We visited Barcelona, Granada, Malaga, Seville, and Madrid— not to mention side trips to the smaller towns of Ronda and Cordoba. Chelsea and Pam amazed me daily! Their ability to research artsy boutique hotels, small family owned businesses for us to experience, along with their attention to detail and ability to respond to glitches was impressive. I loved going into two homes for cooking classes with delightful women. Our guided tour through Sagrada Familia was a highlight as was spending time in Parque Guell in a Barcelona. I thoroughly enjoyed our kayak outing and would have liked to have done a city bike tour for a bit of variety and exercise too! We saw amazing citadels, mosques, cathedrals, and a bullring. Thank you ladies for organizing a wonderful tour and helping to create a “family” of fellow travelers.
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