Twelve to 13 days is a great length for an Argentina trip, with stops in Buenos Aires, Ushuaia, El Calafate, and Puerto Iguazú. It’s also possible to hit the highlights in 10 or 11 days if you don’t mind a fast-paced journey. Travelers with more time can enjoy extra sights and activities at each location or explore more of the country—some favorite itinerary extensions include Iguazú Falls, El Chaltén, or Puerto Madryn. See below for more ideas for Buenos Aires, Ushuaia, El Calafate, and Puerto Iguazú itineraries.
How many days do you need in Buenos Aires, Ushuaia, El Calafate & Puerto Iguaz√∫?
- Most travelers spend 12-13 days in Buenos Aires, Ushuaia, El Calafate, and Puerto Iguaz√∫ combined
- Visiting Buenos Aires, Ushuaia, El Calafate, and Puerto Iguaz√∫ in 10 or 11 days is possible, but will feel rushed
- With 14 or more days, most travelers choose to add more stops to their trip
- The most common extensions are Iguazú Falls, El Chaltén, and Puerto Madryn
How Many Days to Spend in Buenos Aires
Recommended Itineraries for Buenos Aires, Ushuaia, El Calafate & Puerto Iguaz√∫
Recommended Itinerary for 13 Days
| Day | Highlights | Overnight |
|---|---|---|
| Day 1 | Arrive in Buenos Aires | Buenos Aires |
| Day 2 | Full-Day Buenos Aires Walking Tour | Buenos Aires |
| Day 3 | Fly to Puerto Iguaz√∫ | Puerto Iguaz√∫ |
| Day 4 | Explore Iguaz√∫ Falls (Argentine Side) | Puerto Iguaz√∫ |
| Day 5 | Fly to El Calafate | El Calafate |
| Day 6 | Perito Moreno Glacier Trek | El Calafate |
| Day 7 | Ice Rivers Express Boat Tour | El Calafate |
| Day 8 | Fly to Ushuaia, Explore | Ushuaia |
| Day 9 | Trekking & Canoeing in Tierra del Fuego | Ushuaia |
| Day 10 | Off-Road Adventure | Ushuaia |
| Day 11 | Fly to Buenos Aires | Buenos Aires |
| Day 12 | Argentine Culinary Experience | Buenos Aires |
| Day 13 | Depart Buenos Aires |   |
This adventurous 13-day itinerary combines Argentina’s most spectacular scenery in the far north and south. After getting to know Buenos Aires with a local guide, you’ll head to the Brazilian border to hike around hundreds of waterfalls. Then, fly to Patagonia, where you’ll get up close to glaciers and partake in a range of outdoor activities. Finish back in the capital for a tango dance and hands-on culinary experience. Read more
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Extended Itineraries
12-Day Itinerary Including El Chaltén
| Day | Highlights | Overnight |
|---|---|---|
| Day 1 | Arrive in Buenos Aires, Explore | Buenos Aires |
| Day 2 | Fly to El Calafate | El Calafate |
| Day 3 | Explore Los Glaciares National Park | El Calafate |
| Day 4 | Transfer to El Chaltén | El Chaltén |
| Day 5 | Self-Guided Hiking in El Chaltén | El Chaltén |
| Day 6 | Transfer to El Calafate & Enjoy Local Food | El Calafate |
| Day 7 | Fly to Ushuaia | Ushuaia |
| Day 8 | Discover Tierra del Fuego National Park | Ushuaia |
| Day 9 | Cruise the Beagle Channel | Ushuaia |
| Day 10 | Fly to Iguaz√∫, Afternoon Tour of Iguaz√∫ Falls | Puerto Iguaz√∫ |
| Day 11 | Explore Iguaz√∫ Falls (Argentine Side) | Puerto Iguaz√∫ |
| Day 12 | Depart Buenos Aires |   |
Perfect for adventurers hoping to explore Patagonia, one of the last unspoiled regions of the world. You’ll discover its splendor over 12 days, beginning in El Calafate with tours of the El Perito Glacier and hikes around the iconic Mount Fitz Roy. You’ll travel farther south and visit penguin colonies in Tierra del Fuego and cruise the famous Beagle Channel before heading north to see an altogether different‚Äîyet no less impressive‚Äînatural wonder: Iguaz√∫ Falls. Read more
How to travel between Buenos Aires, Ushuaia, El Calafate & Puerto Iguaz√∫
How to get to El Calafate
Perched on the shore of the ice-blue Lago Argentino, El Calafate is most known as the gateway to the Los Glaciares National Park and its famous Perito Moreno Glacier. Many visitors choose to fly directly to El Calafate from Buenos Aires or visit El Calafate on the way back north from Ushuaia and Tierra del Fuego. Your best bet to reach El Calafate is to take a plane‚Äîthe notable exception is if you’re traveling to or from El Chalt√©n, which is only about 133 miles (214 km) to the north.¬†Read more
How to get from Buenos Aires to Puerto Iguaz√∫
Almost 800 miles (1,290 km) separate Buenos Aires and Puerto Iguaz√∫, the Argentine city closest to the famed Iguaz√∫ Falls. Though long-distance buses between the two cities exist, the fastest and easiest way to travel from Buenos Aires to Puerto Iguaz√∫ is to fly. Flights depart daily from Aeroparque (AEP) and Ezeiza (EZE), the two main airports in Buenos Aires. Read more
How to get from Buenos Aires to Ushuaia
Ushuaia is known for being the southernmost city in the world and is almost 2,000 miles (3,100 km) away from Buenos Aires, Argentina’s capital. Fortunately, traveling between these cities is easy thanks to several direct daily flights. Read more
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