Gaucho Day Trip from Buenos Aires
Spanish, 
EnglishAbout This Tour
Buenos Aires represents Argentina's urban energy. To discover another essential part of the country's identity, travel beyond the capital and into the vast landscapes of the Argentine Pampas.
This full-day gaucho experience takes you to San Antonio de Areco, a historic town closely associated with Argentina's gaucho traditions.
As Buenos Aires disappears behind you, the scenery opens into the flat countryside that has shaped rural Argentine life for generations.
Explore San Antonio de Areco and visit a traditional silversmith workshop, where artisans continue producing items connected with gaucho culture, including mate accessories and decorative belt buckles.
Continue to a traditional estancia, or Argentine ranch.
You'll be welcomed with empanadas and drinks before having time to enjoy the rural property.
Guests can participate in beginner-friendly horseback riding or enjoy a wagon ride. Those who prefer not to ride can relax and explore the estancia.
Lunch is one of the highlights: a traditional Argentine asado featuring grilled meats and classic accompaniments, served with wine. Vegetarian and vegan alternatives are also available according to Signature Tours.
After lunch, experience traditional folk music and dancing, introducing a side of Argentine culture very different from the tango associated with Buenos Aires.
The day concludes with a gaucho horse demonstration highlighting the remarkable relationship between rider and animal.
For U.S. and Canadian visitors searching for a gaucho tour from Buenos Aires, Argentina estancia day trip, San Antonio de Areco tour, horseback riding near Buenos Aires or Argentine BBQ experience, this is one of the most complete ways to experience rural Argentina.
WHY CHOOSE THIS EXPERIENCE?
Full-day trip from Buenos Aires
San Antonio de Areco
Argentine Pampas
Traditional estancia
Gaucho culture
Beginner-friendly horseback riding
Wagon ride option
Argentine BBQ lunch
Welcome empanadas
Wine
Folk music and dancing
Gaucho horse demonstration
Small-group experience
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Horseback riding is suitable for beginners.
Guests who prefer not to ride can enjoy alternative activities at the estancia.
Vegetarian and vegan meal alternatives are available.
Comfortable clothing suitable for a countryside experience is recommended.
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Highlights
- San Antonio de Areco
- Argentine Pampas
- Estancia
- Gauchos
- Horseback riding
- Wagon ride
- Empanadas
- Argentine asado
- Wine
- Folk music and dancing
- Traditional silversmith
- Rural Argentine culture
Meeting Point
Ciudad Autónoma de Buenos Aires, Argentina
Pickup and drop-off are available from selected hotels in: CABA area, Pickup is not available from hostels, apartments, private accommodations or B&Bs out of this area. If direct pickup is not available from the hotel, the operator will provide a nearby hotel or meeting point. During checkout, enter the name and address of the hotel where you will be staying in the “Special Requirements” section.
What's Included
- Transportation from Buenos Aires
- Guide
- San Antonio de Areco visit
- Estancia experience
- Welcome empanadas and drink
- Horseback riding or available alternative
- Argentine BBQ lunch
- Wine
- Folk entertainment
- Gaucho experience
What's Not Included
- Personal expenses
- Gratuities
- Unspecified services
Cancellation Policy
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts.
For a full refund, cancellation must be made at least 24 hours before the starting time.
Cancellations made less than 24 hours before departure are non-refundable.
Changes made within the final 24 hours are not accepted.
Available Languages
Spanish, EnglishEsteban Rios
Excelente excursión para conocer algo más de Argentina que la capital. Muy buen asado, buen vino y un ambiente muy agradable en la estancia.
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