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Day Tour to San Antonio de Areco: Dive into Argentina's Authentic Gaucho Culture
4.6
27 Ratings
San Antonio de Areco
Immerse yourself in Argentina’s gaucho culture on a day tour to San Antonio de Areco. Ride horses, enjoy a traditional barbecue lunch, and experience equestrian demonstrations and dance performances.
Duration:
9 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- San Antonio de Areco - Just an hour’s drive from Buenos Aires on National Road 8, the expansive Pampas plains unfold before you. Upon reaching San Antonio de Areco, you find yourself in the heart of Gaucho culture.
- Parroquia San Antonio de Padua - Culture and history enthusiasts should begin their visit at the main square, Ruiz de Arellano, where the parish of San Antonio de Padua is located. Here, you can learn about how the first Spanish conquistadors used noble materials like wood and floor tiles imported from Europe to start building the city around 1730.
- Municipality Of San Antonio De Areco - Built in 1885 and purchased by the town in 1966, the town hall, situated opposite the parish, is a colonial mansion that once belonged to one of the wealthiest families in the area. Visitors can explore its large interior patio, period tiles, old well, and wrought-iron grids.
- Museo Draghi - This museum showcases a private collection that traces the evolution of silversmith styles in Argentina from the 19th century to today. In Mariano Draghi’s workshop, you can see unique pieces inspired by traditional techniques.
- La Olla de Cobre - Known throughout the province, the artisanal chocolate factory La Olla de Cobre attracts people from Buenos Aires who come specifically to buy their delicious chocolates and famous alfajores. It’s a must-visit for gourmets.
- Museo Gauchesco y Parque Criollo Ricardo Guiraldes - The Ricardo Güiraldes museum offers insights into Argentina’s past, focusing on the gauchos: their customs, equipment, and livelihoods. It also delves into the life and personality of writer Ricardo Güiraldes.
- Estancia El Ombu de Areco - With your guide, visit an Estancia located 15 minutes from town in the middle of the Pampa plains. After a brief tour and a horseback or carriage ride around the 400-hectare property, enjoy a delicious asado lunch under the shade of century-old trees. You’ll also have the opportunity to watch the Estancia’s gauchos demonstrate their equestrian skills and enjoy traditional Argentine music and dance.
What's Included
- Shared comfortable transfer in/out from Buenos Aires, with air conditioning
- All activities at the Estancia, including horse riding, folkloric dance, and gauchos’ equestrian performance
- Tailor-made tour of the town
- Bilingual guide available all day
- Lunch included
- Pool available in summer
What's Not Included
- Excess luggage charges (where applicable)
Additional Information
Delve into the heart of Argentina’s gaucho roots with this daytime excursion to San Antonio de Areco. Led by your tour guide and driver, immerse yourself in the life and culture of the Pampas region. Discover the town, visit an operational ranch (Estancia), take a horseback ride, relish a traditional barbeque lunch, and delight in equestrian displays and dance shows.
- Venture out of urban confines with a day trip to the historical town of San Antonio de Areco
- Experience the Argentine Pampas as a horse-rider and partake in a BBQ lunch at one of the most picturesque Estancias in Argentina.
- Hotel pickup and drop-off for your convenience
- Enjoy a personalised tour in a small group setting with a limit of 5 participants
We confidently provide the most comprehensive, enjoyable and tailored Gaucho Day experience available in Argentina!
Our officially licensed travel agency consists of a hospitable team, united by their love for history and Gaucho customs. Moreover, all our guides and drivers are proficient in more than one language.
Location
San Antonio de Areco
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.6
(27 Ratings)
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875alejandrom
Aug 15, 2024
Very relaxed tour, where we have been given plenty of time to enjoy the stay with peace of mind. - The Facundo Guide was a great Guide, educated person, very involved with his work and knowledgeable about the history of the place. Thanks Facundo!!!
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Q980yvellenh
Aug 11, 2024
Really wonderful day trip - Enzo was a really incredible guide! We loved this entire trip from start to finish. It was a wonderful, relaxing day. San Antonio de Areco was a beautiful, quiet little town and a great intro to gaucho history and culture. (We especially loved the chocolate shop!) Everything at the Estancia was amazing: food, short horse ride, music/entertainment. Each element was timed just right to engage us without going on too long, and all of it was at a calm, relaxed pace. The farm and pampas themselves were beautiful. 100% would recommend this trip, especially if you get Enzo as your guide!
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Ana_s
Jun 25, 2024
History and Gauchos - We went during Argentine winter and ended up having a gorgeous experience with our tour guide Enzo. It was lovely.
Thank you Enzo for making us feel relaxed!
El Ombu was a beautiful place to visit.
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Kathryn_s
May 26, 2024
Magical pampas and gaucho experience - A great introduction to the craftsmanship of the region followed by a delicious lunch and magical (perfect weather too ) outdoor experience . Can’t believe we got on a horse ! Everyone was friendly , helpful and informative
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Aondris
May 1, 2024
Enzo’s a 10/10 - no regrets! Best day! - Enzo is incredible! Such a pleasure to have spent the day with him and try to absorb some of his immense knowledge! We asked so many questions and he either knew the answer or made sure we found out! We will be recommending him, and this tour, to anyone we know coming to visit!!!
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Steve_l
Apr 26, 2024
Make sure you get Enzo as your guide - Brilliant trip
Make sure you get Enzo as your guide . He is superb and made the day very interesting and enjoyable
Worthwhile trip to experience Gaucho culture and history
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Mark_d
Mar 10, 2024
Wonderful day - Tour guide Pierena was wonderful
Her English was impeccable.
She was full of interesting information and so interesting to speak with
Our day started badly with a car driver who exceeded the speed limit in a tiny car that would not have survived a crash
Pierena certainly did her utmost to make the rest of our day unforgettable for all the good reasons. Time spent at the Estanza was first class
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Barton_q
Mar 8, 2024
Do Not MISS This!!! - Amazing! Shopping, horses, food and incredible people!!
It is a history lesson of the past culture, lived out in a current experience!
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22jdp
May 26, 2024
Wonderful experience of the Argentinian countryside life. - Very enjoyable day with visit of many artisan stores in San Antonio de Areco and a great experience at the estancia (horseback riding, Parillada, singing and horse training. Our English-speaking guide was very knowledgeable.
Not cheap but totally worth the money.
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Sunshine652743
Mar 27, 2024
Not worth the money - Enzo, our tour guide was great. The visit to the town was was short but sweet. The estancia was a big disappointment. We went on a short carrige ride that was horrible & full of flies, saw one couple dance for 10 minutes demonstrating 4 different indigenous dances and then one man worked with a horse on the ground. There was no exhibition of gaucho horse work, etc. The food was plentiful.
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