Argentina Vacations

From the cowboys of the pampas to the tango dancers of Buenos Aires, Argentina offers an alluring and varied culture. A tour offers a fantastic way to explore this country, which lies east of Chile and occupies much of the southernmost part of South America. Escorted trips include hotel accommodations, tour guides, admission to many attractions and events, transportation between destinations, and airfare should you need it. An independent vacation in Buenos Aires, which includes air and hotel and the services of a local guide, is another option.

On these getaways, you might stop to marvel at the world-renowned Iguassu Falls, a grand series of nearly 300 waterfalls. The cascades sit on the border of Argentina and Brazil, with the bulk of the falls on the Argentina side, and many itineraries include an up-close visit. You ll likely spend time in Buenos Aires, a bustling port city on Argentina s eastern coast, for a visit to the Metropolitan Cathedral, the Plaza de Mayo and Recoleta Cemetery, burial site of Eva Peron. Many stops in the capital also include a tango performance and perhaps even a lesson in the art of this passionate dance.

* Key to Quality Ratings

These vacations are classified according to the quality of accommodations, the number of included amenities and activities, and the level of service delivered.

= Budget vacations that typically range from $50 to $200 per person, per day, plus airfare.

= First class vacations that typically range from $80 to $350 per person, per day, plus airfare.

= Deluxe vacations that typically range from $200 to $650 per person, per day, plus airfare.