The environment of Gaucho was the flat grasslands that reach from the Argentine Patagonia to the state of Rio Grande, the Brazil. Skillful horsemen, the Gauchos lived a rugged life in these wild lands caring for the cows and sheep that produced much of Argentina’s and Brazil’s wealth. They were famous for their courage, pride in their skills and dedicated to personal liberty and freedom. Making their home on the estancias of hundreds of thousands of hectares, they developed their horsemanship to a fine art. Their strong character was derived in part from the Guarani race.
Day 1
Airport reception by host. Transfer to the Hotel. In the evening, a tour of the city of Buenos Aires, starting with the imposing Congreso Nacional, Plaza de Mayo, Casa de Gobierno (Casa Rosada), Catedral Metropolitana and the Cabildo. We will see the Teatro Colon, a world known jewel concerning the opera and a cultural pride for the “porteños” (people from Buenos Aires). We will also visit the traditional neighborhood of San Telmo with its magic atmosphere that will make you fly back in time. Later, we will stop in la Boca where the first Italian immigrants established, famous for its picturesque and colorful architecture. We will continue to Palermo, passing through Puerto Madero, a residential neighborhood with various attractions such us the zoo, Palermo Park, the planetarium, etc. Finally we will visit La Recoleta, one of the most exclusive neighborhoods in the city. Here we will see the famous cemetery, trendy boutiques, excellent restaurants and outside cafés under the trees. At night you will enjoy a traditional Tango show and taste the most diverse plates.
Overnight in Buenos Aires
Day 2
Transfer from Hotel to the Estancia San Antonio de Areco. Check-in. The historical Estancia El Ombú de Areco, is located just 120km from Buenos Aires, in San Antonio de Areco, birthplace of the gaucho tradition. A magnificent house constructed by General Pablo Riccheri in 1880 awaits its visitors in order to offer them an unforgettable stay. You will enjoy walking through the park full of oak trees, palms, eucalyptus, araucarias and magnolias. This is a 4 hectares park that invites you to wander enjoying fragrances of roses and lime trees. Later you can enjoy satellital TV. videos, billiards, chess tables and cards in the family room. You can admire the arm collection as well as gaucho ornaments around the house. In its comfortable and cozy dining room with a huge fireplace you can try an excellent barbecue with the famous Argentinean meats, international or Creole food and the best wines of the country.
During Summer time, your lunch will be served under the shadow of leafy ombus. Overnight at estancia
Day 3
Breakfast at Estancia. Free day to participate in the typical activities of the Estancia. Typical Gaucho lunch. Overnight in the Estancia.
Day 4
Breakfast at Estancia. Transportation to international airport with destination Porto Alegre, Brazil. Transfer from the airport to the Estancia Invernadinha located in San Francisco de Paula-RS. Overnight San Francisco de Paula
Overnight stay in Hotel of Buenos Aires
