Argentina

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ARGENTINA, is a large and varied country with diverse peoples and an enthralling history. It is a traveller's dream.

Vibrant, diverse and intoxicating, Argentina succeeds in being quintessentially Latin, surprisingly cosmopolitan and completely individual. Contained within its boundaries are a heady array of landscapes and sights, from windswept Patagonia to the tumbling waters of Iguazú Falls, through the snow-capped volcanoes and emerald waters of the Lake District to lush wineries, cactus-spiked gorges and penguin-filled shores. But Argentina is far more than its natural beauty, it is a place of its people: the gauchos working with speed and skill as they herd their cattle in the Pampas, a couple entwined in a heartfelt tango and the Welsh-speaking communities of northern Patagonia. It is the home of world-famous icons including Che, the heartthrob revolutionary, Evita the political diva, and Maradona the controversial footballing hero. Fiercely proud, patriotic and partisan, the people of Argentina are also warm, open and welcoming, a key part of the appeal of their vast, beautiful and unique country.

Country Information on Argentina (Lonely Planet)

Argentina the second largest country in South America, is a vast, diverse and stunning nation known best for its romantic tango and political heroine Eva Perón. The name Argentina has its roots in the silver – argentums - gifts that the native Indians offered the first Spanish conquerors in the early 16th. Century.

The country today offers a wealth of rich experiences imbued with the same spirit of generous hospitality that has characterised its people throughout the centuries. From the Spanish and Latin immigrants who brought their customs and music to Buenos Aires, to the native Wichi and Toba communities in the North or the Welsh villages in Patagonia.

The country’s capital, Buenos Aires, is one of the world’s most sophisticated cities with excellent theatre and art, fine restaurants and wide, elegant boulevards that give the city a decidedly European feel. Located on the shores of the River Plate, Buenos Aires has outstanding hotels, restaurants, sensuous tango clubs, gaudy flee markets and excellent shopping.

The Pampas, an immense area of land located west of Buenos Aires, stretches out as far as the eye can see reducing the Gaucho, herding his cattle, to tiny dots under a vast sky. The rest of the country’s, natural beauty and charming local customs gives Argentina a flair of its own.

Bariloche, the Argentine Lake District. Where the Andes Mountain spread in to a land locked lake area of breath-taking beauty. With its winter ski-resorts and summer boating, walking and riding activities to suit all ages and interests.

The thundering roar of the Iguazu Falls, the largest cataracts in the world , surrounding you as you walk out on sturdy walkways over the plunging water.

On the foothills of the snowy Andes the city of Mendoza, the home to the Argentine Malbec grape, dark, rich and velvety, the perfect complement to the tender and tasty Argentine steak.

North West Argentina (Salta, Jujuy and Tucuman) where you are widely aware of the influence of the early Spanish settlers and the flavour of the Inca culture.

Patagonia: To the South Lago Argentino, the towering majesty of the Perito Moreno glacier looms above you.
Eastwards, Peninsula Valdes, an area of wildlife experiences among sea elephants, sea lions, whales, penguins and beautiful wildlife.

Further South where the Antarctic beckons, the city of Ushuaia, Tierra del Fuego. The lighthouse at the end of the world, the inspiration for Jules Verne’s classic novel glows into the darkening southern sky peppered with a billion stars.eru's cultural and geographical variety has been fascinating tourists, anthropologists and zoologists for many years.

Tailor Made Holidays to Argentina (Lonely Planet)

100% Tailor-made Journeys

At ICAN Holidays we pride ourselves in the fact that we offer clients what they want - our packages are all tailor made. Only you know what your ideal holiday should include. Whether you want to concentrate on culture or spend time wildlife watching, sample a city’s hustle and bustle or relax in a secluded beauty spot, ICAN Holidays will assist you discover the joy of designing a unique holiday just for you.

Throughout this website we have provided suggested itineraries for all the regions we visit, and you may wish to base your travels on these. After an initial consultation, one of our Specialists will create a unique itinerary for your holiday, complete with background information, historical notes, colour pictures, etc. We will not begin to book your holiday until you are completely satisfied with it.

Because our Specialists regularly travel to the regions you will be visiting, they can offer invaluable advice and suggestions for things to see and do while you are there and you can be confident that your unique itinerary has been created by someone who has extensive first-hand knowledge of the places and accommodation it contains.

When to travel to Argentina

The seasons in Argentina are similar to those of South Africa. However due to the vastness of the country, distinct regions have climates all of their own.

Buenos Aires is hot in summer (November to April) and mild in the winter months.

The Lake District (Bariloche) is beautiful in spring (September & October) and in Autum (March) and cooler in these months than during the height of summer.

In Patagonia, you should be prepared for four seasons in one day. The weather here can be very unpredictable but that is the charm of the region.

In the far south of Patagonia however, weather conditions can be severe during winter months (May to August) so we would not recommend you to visit during this time.

The arid northwestern region can be extremely hot during the summer months (December to February), while Mondoza is temperate year-round. The time of year to travel will depend on the areas you select to visit.

Price Guide to Argentina (Lonely Planet)

All our holidays are unique travel experiences, and therefore tailor-made to suit individual requirements. We do not publish prices on our website as they can vary enormously for tailor-made travel.

Prices are generally for private arrangements and are per person using economy class flights based on two people travelling together and sharing a room.

There are a number of factors which will influence the price of your travel arrangements, these include the standard of hotel (we offer a variety of standards from ‘three star’ to the super-luxurious), the season, the duration of your trip, the class of flights and the airline used, the level of private guiding and the complexity of the itinerary. Our specialists will be delighted to discuss the various options in more detail with you.

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