Shore Excursions Group
Gaucho Fiesta With Lunch
Gaucho Fiesta with Lunch
This authentic full day Buenos Aires excursion is a special chance to encounter Argentina’s legendary gaucho, similar to the American cowboy. Ride a horse, view gorgeous scenery, and enjoy a fiesta like none other on this fun-filled Argentina adventure.
You’ll be transported to a rustic yet regal ranch on the outskirts of Buenos Aires and warmly welcomed by the host family. Once you’ve sampled a few specialties, like empanadas (meat pastries), and sipped renowned Argentinean wines, your gaucho festival begins.
Excellent horsemen and cattle herders, the gauchos will take you on horseback through the fertile lowlands, which are called “pampas.” If you don’t want to ride, you can hike around the beautiful property, taking pictures of the countryside and soaking up the South American sun.
After building up an appetite, it’s time for a typical Argentine “Asado” (BBQ), including mixed salads, chorizo (pork sausage), beef steaks, chicken, and dessert. Your meal also includes three beverages: your choice of a half bottle of wine, a bottle of mineral water, a soft drink, coffee, or tea.
Following your hearty meal, a folkloric musical show will unfold with Argentine song and dance. Then you’ll be invited to watch the gauchos perform the “Carrera de sortijas” (ring-race) and the “Carrera cuadrera” (horse races).
At the end of your tour, you will be dropped off at your choice of 3 exciting locations within Buenos Aires to explore or enjoy shopping in this vibrant city. This thrilling opportunity to step back in time and experience the horse riding and festivities unique to the Argentine Gaucho will fulfill your desire for authentic adventure. Dress for the season on this full-day Buenos Aires tour.
Please Note: This tour offers drop-off to your choice of 3 exciting locations within Buenos Aires to explore or shop at your leisure after the tour: the Obelisk of Buenos Aires, the Galerias Pacifico Shopping Center, or the Puerto Madero Waterfront. The tour does not include drop-off at the pier. Full information will be included in your electronic ticket. This tour cannot be done on embarkation day.
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Buenos Aires, the vibrant political and cultural capital of Argentina, has become an enticing destination for many travelers and a must-see destination in South America. Founded in the sixteenth century by Spanish explorers, Buenos Aires has since developed its own unique flair. Hints of Buenos Aires’s colonial origins can be found in the Plaza de Mayo city center, including the Cabildo, the Spanish colonial town hall turned museum, and Casa Rosada, the iconic governmental building. This bright pink palace was once the site for Eva Peron’s political speeches, immortalized in Broadway’s Evita, and is a favorite landmark for photographs. In contrast, La Boca’s famous Caminito street museum bursts with brilliant hues of blue, red, green, and yellow and is a haven for local Argentine artists, chefs, and dancers. Buenos Aires abounds with art, beauty, and romance. The luxurious Teatro Colón opera house rivals those in Paris and London, while El Ateneo Grand Splendid bookstore, housed in an old cinema theater, is a book-lover’s paradise. Stop by the Café Tortoni to delight in fresh coffee and churros or listen to live tango and jazz performances. Browse eclectic and traditional antiques in Plaza Dorrego’s San Telmo fair. Marvel at the city’s Floralis Genérica sculpture, whose massive aluminum and steel petals open or close in response to sunlight and wind. Buenos Aires’s stunning blend of colonial, European, and modern architecture, gastronomy, and attractions will enthrall you at every turn! |
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05/03/22 - 05/15/27 |
Starting At $330 |
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Participants must be able to get in and out of the vehicle. This tour is not wheelchair accessible.
