16 days in Argentina & Foz do Iguacu Itinerary

Cultural capital of South America, Buenos Aires remains one of the largest cities on the continent, serving as a point of departure for exploring the rest of the country.

On the 24th (Sun), admire the natural beauty at Parque 3 de Febrero and then take a stroll through Palermo. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 25th (Mon): stroll around Bosques de Palermo, pause for some photo ops at Floralis Generica, then admire the striking features of Palacio Barolo, then take in the views from Puente de la Mujer, and finally take in the architecture and atmosphere at Catedral Primada.

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Amsterdam, The Netherlands to Buenos Aires is an approximately 17-hour flight. The time zone changes from Central European Standard Time to Argentina Standard Time, which is usually a -4 hour difference. Plan for a bit warmer temperatures traveling from Amsterdam in October, with highs in Buenos Aires at 24°C and lows at 17°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 25th (Mon) so you can fly to Puerto Madryn.

Whales and penguins frolic in the waters of Puerto Madryn, one of Argentine Patagonia's most important port cities.

On the 26th (Tue), get to know the fascinating history of The Town of Gaiman, tour the pleasant surroundings at Playa El Doradillo, then take a leisurely stroll along Muelle Luis Piedra Buena, and finally gain insight at Fundacion Ecocentro. Keep things going the next day: identify plant and animal life at Peninsula Valdes.

To find maps, more things to do, photos, and tourist information, you can read our Puerto Madryn online trip itinerary planner.

Fly from Buenos Aires to Puerto Madryn in 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. Finish your sightseeing early on the 27th (Wed) so you can fly to Ushuaia.

Often called the "End of the World" because of its position on the southernmost tip of South America, the expanding city of Ushuaia serves as both a busy commercial port and attractive tourist hub.

On the 28th (Thu), explore the wealth of natural beauty at Tierra del Fuego National Park.

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You can fly from Puerto Madryn to Ushuaia in 4.5 hours. Other options are to do a combination of car and ferry; or drive. In October, daytime highs in Ushuaia are 11°C, while nighttime lows are 3°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 28th (Thu) so you can fly to El Calafate.

El Calafate tourism thrives mostly thanks to the city's proximity to a World Heritage-listed national park, famed for containing over 40 large glaciers.

On the 29th (Fri), browse the eclectic array of goods at Paseo de Los Artesanos, then explore the activities along Lago Argentino, and then wander the streets of Avenida Libertador.

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Traveling by flight from Ushuaia to El Calafate takes 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of car and ferry. Traveling from Ushuaia in October, you can expect nighttime temperatures to be a bit warmer in El Calafate, with lows of 8°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 29th (Fri) so you can catch the flight to Mendoza.

Famed for its neat vineyards and thriving wine production, Mendoza remains the place to visit for a pleasant combination of relaxation and recreation.

Explore Mendoza's surroundings by going to Maipu (Bodega CarinaE & Casa El Enemigo). Dedicate the 30th (Sat) to wine at some of the top wineries in the area. There's lots more to do: do a tasting at Bodega Budeguer, make a trip to Plaza Independencia, and walk around Parque General San Martin.

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Getting from El Calafate to Mendoza by flight takes about 8 hours. Other options: drive; or take a bus. Traveling from El Calafate in October, expect nights in Mendoza to be somewhat warmer, around 13°C, while days are warmer, around 28°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 1st (Mon) early enough to fly to Iguazu National Park.

Iguazu National Park contains 672 sq km (259 sq mi) of fertile subtropical forests, but its main attraction is the majestic Iguazu Falls.

Kick off your visit on the 2nd (Tue): admire the sheer force of Iguazu Falls.

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You can fly from Mendoza to Iguazu National Park in 5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. In November, daily temperatures in Iguazu National Park can reach 34°C, while at night they dip to 20°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 2nd (Tue) to allow enough time to drive to Foz do Iguacu.

A gateway to the world-renowned Iguacu Falls, which spectacularly divide Brazil and Argentina, the modern, high-rise city of Foz do Iguacu can't help but play second fiddle to the natural wonder in its vicinity.

Foz do Iguacu is known for nature, zoos & aquariums, and sightseeing. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: get to know the resident critters at Parque das Aves Bird Park, take in the spiritual surroundings of Buddhist Temple, try your luck at Jockey Sport Bar, and admire the engineering at Itaipu Dam.

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You can drive from Iguazu National Park to Foz do Iguacu in an hour. Other options are to drive; or take a bus. In November, daytime highs in Foz do Iguacu are 34°C, while nighttime lows are 22°C. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 5th (Fri) to allow time for travel to Buenos Aires.

Start off your visit on the 6th (Sat): stop by Puerto Madero, explore the different monuments and memorials at Cementerio de la Recoleta, and then take in nature's colorful creations at Parque 3 de Febrero.

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You can do a combination of shuttle and flight from Foz do Iguacu to Buenos Aires in 4.5 hours. Other options are to drive; or take a bus. Traveling from Foz do Iguacu in November, expect nights in Buenos Aires to be about the same, around 19°C, while days are a bit cooler, around 28°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 6th (Sat) early enough to catch the flight back home.