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21-Day Argentina & Bolivia Loop: Buenos Aires Start/End — Mendoza (7 days), Salta, Sucre (3 days), Iguazú, El Calafate & Ushuaia

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Day 1: Arrival & Stroll

Buenos Aires, Argentina on August 10, 2025

9:00am

Breakfast at Café Tortoni

Historic café on Avenida de Mayo — sit for coffee and medialuna to soak in porteño atmosphere. It's open daily, typically from early morning until late afternoon but check seasonal hours.
ARS1200, 1h0m

10:30am

Plaza de Mayo & Casa Rosada walk

A short guided or self-walk to see Argentina's political heart; great orientation for first-time visitors and photo ops. Public square is open 24/7; the Casa Rosada museum requires advance booking if you want interior tours.
USD0, 1h0m

12:30pm

Lunch at Parrilla Don Julio (Palermo)

Classic Argentine parrilla for grilled meats — reserve ahead. Serves lunch and dinner; busiest at peak times so expect a wait without a booking.
ARS5500, 1h30m

3:00pm

Recoleta cemetery & neighborhood

Explore ornate mausoleums and nearby cafés; the cemetery is open mid-morning to late afternoon (roughly 8:00–18:00).
ARS0, 1h30m

8:00pm

Dinner & tango option

Dinner at a neighborhood restaurant (Palermo/Recoleta) and optional tango show (book in advance for a combined dinner + show). Dinner-only options are open widely; tango venues start shows around 9pm.
USD35, 2h0m

Day 2: City Museums

Buenos Aires, Argentina on August 11, 2025

8:30am

Breakfast: Las Violetas

Beautiful historic coffeehouse in Almagro; pastries and classic breakfast menu. Usually opens around 8:00.
ARS1400, 1h0m

10:00am

Museo Nacional de Bellas Artes

One of Latin America's top fine art museums; open roughly 11:00–20:00 on many days but verify current hours. Excellent free or low-cost collection.
USD0, 1h30m

1:00pm

Lunch in Palermo Soho

Light lunch at a bistro (salads/empanadas) and walk artisan shops; many places open midday and on into the evening.
ARS2200, 1h0m

3:00pm

Bike along Puerto Madero & Reserva Ecológica

Rent a bike and ride the waterfront reserve for fresh air and river views; rental shops open daytime hours.
USD8, 2h0m

8:00pm

Dinner: Cocina de autor

Try a modern Argentine tasting menu in Palermo — book ahead. Many chef-driven restaurants run dinner service from 7–10pm.
USD45, 2h0m

Day 3: Fly to Iguazú

Puerto Iguazú, Argentina on August 12, 2025

6:00am

Airport transfer & flight to Puerto Iguazú

Early morning flight from Buenos Aires to Iguazú (2h flight); book in advance and allow 2–3 hours for transfer and check-in.
USD120, 4h0m

11:00am

Check-in and light lunch

Check into hotel and grab a quick lunch near the falls; many eateries near the town center open midday.
ARS2000, 1h0m

2:00pm

Iguazú National Park — Argentine side (afternoon walk)

Take the lower or upper circuit depending on energy — park generally open 8:00–18:00 (seasonal). Afternoon is quieter than morning; walkways give close-up views of many falls.
USD25, 3h0m

7:30pm

Dinner: La Selva or local parrilla

Casual dinner at a local restaurant in Puerto Iguazú; many options stay open until 22:00 during high season.
ARS2600, 1h30m

Day 4: Iguazú Full Day

Puerto Iguazú, Argentina on August 13, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast at hotel

Early breakfast to catch the park opening and avoid midday crowds.
Included, 0h45m

8:30am

Devil's Throat (Garganta del Diablo) walk

Board the park train and walk the catwalk to the Garganta del Diablo viewpoint—this sector is open with trains typically running 8:00–17:30 but check seasonal schedules.
USD25 (park included), 2h0m

11:30am

Gran Aventura boat ride (optional)

Exciting boat ride that goes under some falls — operates mid-morning and afternoon; book ahead and bring waterproof gear. Runs seasonally; check provider hours.
USD60, 2h0m

2:00pm

Lunch at Parque del Iguazú restaurant

Relaxed lunch inside or near the park before returning to town.
ARS2800, 1h0m

6:30pm

Dinner: El Quincho del Tano

Hearty grill-focused menu, great for a big Argentine steak after a long day outdoors; open evenings.
ARS3800, 1h30m

Day 5: To Salta

Salta, Argentina on August 14, 2025

6:00am

Flight Iguazú → Salta (likely via Buenos Aires)

This route often requires a connection in Buenos Aires; allow a full travel day with total transit ~5–7h including connection and transfers.
USD160, 6h0m

1:30pm

Check-in & lunch near Plaza 9 de Julio

Settle into central Salta and enjoy a relaxed lunch — many cafés open midday and into the afternoon.
ARS1800, 1h0m

3:00pm

Salta city walking tour & MAAM (Archaeological Museum)

Explore colonial streets and the MAAM (houses the Llullaillaco mummies) — MAAM hours typically 9:00–18:30; confirm current times.
ARS900, 2h0m

8:00pm

Dinner: Doña Salta

Traditional northwestern Argentine cuisine in a popular local spot; dinner service from early evening.
ARS2200, 1h30m

Day 6: Salta Surrounds

Salta, Argentina on August 15, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast: local bakery

Light breakfast before a full day; bakeries open early in Salta's plazas.
ARS600, 0h45m

9:00am

Cable Car to Cerro San Bernardo & viewpoint

Take the teleférico for panoramic city views; operates generally 9:00–19:00 depending on season.
ARS700, 1h0m

11:30am

Lunch at El Charrúa

Hearty northwestern dishes and empanadas close to the center; midday service popular with locals.
ARS1800, 1h0m

2:00pm

Afternoon visit to Museo Güemes & shopping

Learn local history and browse artisan shops; museums often open 10:00–18:00 but check current hours.
ARS500, 2h0m

8:00pm

Dinner: Peña folklórica

Attend a local peña for live folk music and regional food — shows usually start around 9pm; check schedules and reserve.
USD20, 2h0m

Day 7: Cafayate Daytrip

Salta → Cafayate, Argentina on August 16, 2025

6:30am

Day trip to Cafayate via Quebrada de las Conchas

Scenic drive through red-rock formations; full-day tour takes 9–10 hours round-trip — tour departures commonly early morning.
USD55, 10h0m

1:00pm

Lunch & wine tasting in Cafayate

Taste Torrontés and regional cuisine at a vineyard bodega — many bodegas offer midday tastings (book ahead).
USD25, 1h30m

7:30pm

Return to Salta & dinner

Light dinner back in Salta; restaurants open from early evening until late.
ARS1800, 1h0m

Day 8: Cross to Sucre

Sucre, Bolivia on August 17, 2025

7:00am

Morning flight Salta → Sucre (likely connection in Bolivia)

Expect a connection (commonly via Uyuni or via a Bolivian hub); allow a full travel morning/afternoon to arrive in Sucre.
USD150, 6h0m

2:00pm

Check-in & lunch: local empanadas

Settle into Sucre's pleasant center and sample local cuisine — many restaurants open midday.
BOB40, 1h0m

4:00pm

Walking tour of Plaza 25 de Mayo & museums

Explore the white colonial city center; museums typically open 9:00–18:00 but vary — check hours for Casa de la Libertad.
BOB15, 2h0m

8:00pm

Dinner at Mercado Central or local restaurant

Try local dishes like salteñas or sopa de maní; market and nearby eateries operate into the evening.
BOB50, 1h0m

Day 9: Sucre Culture

Sucre, Bolivia on August 18, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at a café on Calle Jaén

Enjoy coffee and pastries near the historic museum street; cafés open from morning hours.
BOB25, 0h45m

9:30am

Casa de la Libertad & Museum visits

Important independence-era site; guided tours often available and hours are usually 9:00–17:00 but confirm before visiting.
BOB20, 1h30m

12:30pm

Lunch: Lunch at La Taverne or local tavern

Good local options for a varied Bolivian menu; lunchtime is the best time to try regional plates.
BOB40, 1h0m

2:30pm

Tarabuco Market or textile workshop (if operating)

If visiting on a Sunday, Tarabuco market is vibrant and approx 1h drive away; otherwise visit local artisan shops — market operates mornings into early afternoon on market days.
BOB80, 4h0m

8:00pm

Dinner & free evening

Relaxed dinner in the central plaza area; restaurants generally open into the evening.
BOB45, 1h30m

Day 10: Sucre Morning → Travel

Sucre → Mendoza, Argentina on August 19, 2025

8:00am

Early morning walk & breakfast

One last stroll through Sucre's streets and breakfast near the cathedral before departure.
BOB25, 0h45m

10:00am

Flight Sucre → Mendoza (likely with connection)

The route typically requires a connection (for example via La Paz or Santiago depending on airlines) — allow a long travel day; book a midday flight to arrive evening in Mendoza.
USD220, 8h0m

7:30pm

Arrival & dinner in Mendoza city

Check into Mendoza city hotel and have a relaxed dinner — many restaurants in the city center and Parque General San Martín area remain open until late.
ARS3200, 1h30m

Day 11: Mendoza Start

Mendoza, Argentina on August 20, 2025

8:30am

Breakfast: local café near Plaza Independencia

Light breakfast to fuel a day of wine country exploration; cafés open from early morning.
ARS900, 0h45m

10:00am

City orientation & bike through Parque General San Martín

Rent a bike and explore wide boulevards, the park and Cerro de la Gloria viewpoint; rental shops open daytime hours.
ARS600, 2h0m

1:00pm

Lunch: Mercado Central or local bodegón

Casual midday meal sampling regional dishes; markets and bodegones open through lunch.
ARS1500, 1h0m

3:00pm

Late afternoon winery visit in Maipú

Start with a nearby Maipú bodega for a tasting and cellar tour—many bodegas run tastings 10:00–18:00 but check each bodega's schedule and book ahead.
USD25, 2h30m

8:00pm

Dinner: 1884 Restaurante (by Francis Mallmann) or local pizzeria

Treat yourself to a top Mendoza dining experience or a relaxed local spot — dinner service generally from 8pm.
USD50, 2h0m

Day 12: Uco Valley

Mendoza (Uco Valley), Argentina on August 21, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast & depart for Uco Valley

Full-day trip to Uco Valley vineyards — travel time ~1–1.5 hours from Mendoza city; bring layers as mountain weather varies.
ARS900, 1h0m

10:30am

Winery tour & tasting at a boutique bodega

Visit a premium Uco cellar known for Malbec and high-altitude vineyards; tastings and tours generally run mid-morning onward with reservations required.
USD45, 3h0m

2:00pm

Lunch at a vineyard restaurant

Long lunch with pairings at a vineyard restaurant — many serve seasonal multi-course lunches by reservation.
USD40, 1h30m

5:00pm

Return to Mendoza & small winery visit en route

Stop at another boutique for a short tasting or to buy bottles for the trip.
USD20, 1h30m

9:00pm

Dinner in town

Casual dinner and relax after a full wine day; restaurants open late for dinner.
ARS2500, 1h30m

Day 13: Andes Daytrip

Mendoza → Andes, Argentina on August 22, 2025

6:30am

Full-day Andes excursion (Potrerillos, Cacheuta or Aconcagua viewpoint)

Choose a day trip into the foothills: Potrerillos reservoir, Cacheuta hot springs (open daytime), or Aconcagua lookout (entry points vary). Excursions usually start early and run all day.
USD60, 10h0m

1:00pm

Lunch in the mountains or picnic

Many tours include lunch or stop at a mountain restaurant; if heading to Cacheuta check spa opening hours (often 9:00–18:00).
USD20, 1h0m

8:00pm

Dinner & quiet evening

After a long day outdoors, choose a low-key dinner near your accommodation.
ARS2300, 1h30m

Day 14: Mendoza Wineries

Mendoza, Argentina on August 23, 2025

9:00am

Breakfast & late start

Recover from mountain day with a lazy breakfast at a café and prepare for a full day of bodegas in Luján de Cuyo.
ARS900, 1h0m

11:00am

Luján de Cuyo winery circuit

Visit two established bodegas for cellar tours and vertical tastings; most bodegas operate tours 10:00–17:00 with reservation.
USD35, 4h0m

3:00pm

Lunch at a bodega restaurant

Enjoy paired lunch with regional cuisine; book ahead.
USD35, 1h30m

7:30pm

Dinner & tapas

Sample Mendoza's contemporary cuisine in town.
ARS2700, 1h30m

Day 15: Relax & Market

Mendoza, Argentina on August 24, 2025

8:30am

Breakfast & Mercado Central visit

Explore local produce and artisan stalls at the Mercado and enjoy a casual breakfast; markets usually operate from morning until mid-afternoon.
ARS800, 1h0m

10:30am

Olive oil or local food tour

Short half-day excursion sampling olive oil and local culinary products — many providers operate morning and early afternoon tours.
USD25, 3h0m

2:00pm

Lunch: picnic in Parque General San Martín

Buy local cheeses/wines and relax in the park with scenic views.
ARS800, 1h0m

8:00pm

Dinner: small tasting menu

Finish a relaxing day with a focused tasting-menu dinner; reserve in advance.
USD40, 2h0m

Day 16: Bike & Hot Springs

Mendoza, Argentina on August 25, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast & bike tour of nearby vineyards

Morning bike tour to small family vineyards around the city; rentals and guided rides operate in the morning and late afternoon.
USD30, 3h0m

1:00pm

Lunch in Maipú

Casual lunch at a family-run bodega or restaurant.
ARS1600, 1h0m

3:00pm

Optional evening at Termas de Cacheuta (if not previously visited)

Thermal spa experience with pools and treatments — day spa hours typically 9:00–18:00; check spring/summer schedules and book transfers.
USD35, 3h0m

8:30pm

Dinner: chef's table or neighborhood restaurant

Relaxed final wine-region dinner in Mendoza city.
ARS3000, 1h30m

Day 17: Last Mendoza Day

Mendoza, Argentina on August 26, 2025

9:00am

Breakfast & last-minute shopping

Buy bottles for the trip and pick up artisan souvenirs; shops open from morning into the evening.
ARS1200, 1h0m

11:00am

Half-day vineyard or cooking class

Participate in a short cooking class using local ingredients or visit another boutique winery for a final tasting; many run midday sessions.
USD45, 3h0m

3:30pm

Relax & café time

Unwind in the city before travel south — cafés and bars open throughout the afternoon.
ARS800, 1h0m

7:00pm

Dinner & pack for Patagonia

Early dinner and prepare for next-day flight to El Calafate; airports recommend arriving 2h before domestic flights.
ARS2000, 1h30m

Day 18: To El Calafate

El Calafate, Argentina on August 27, 2025

7:00am

Flight Mendoza → El Calafate (likely via Buenos Aires)

Expect a connection in Buenos Aires; total travel time including connection ~6–8 hours. Book early to secure seats.
USD180, 7h0m

3:30pm

Check-in & short walk in town

El Calafate is compact — explore Avenida del Libertador and lakeside viewpoints before dinner.
ARS2200, 1h0m

8:00pm

Dinner: Patagonian lamb or trout

Sample regional specialties; most restaurants open evenings (check seasonal hours).
ARS3500, 1h30m

Day 19: Perito Moreno

El Calafate → Perito Moreno Glacier, Argentina on August 28, 2025

7:00am

Full-day Perito Moreno Glacier excursion

Bus or guided transfer including park entry and walkways; park usually open 8:00–20:00. Allow a full day for boardwalks, viewpoints and optional mini-trek or boat ride (book these activities in advance).
USD95, 9h0m

1:00pm

Lunch at the park cafe or packed lunch

Limited dining options inside the park; many visitors bring snacks or have the park café.
ARS1800, 1h0m

7:30pm

Return & dinner

Relaxed dinner in El Calafate town after a glacier-packed day.
ARS3000, 1h30m

Day 20: To Ushuaia

Ushuaia, Argentina on August 29, 2025

8:00am

Flight El Calafate → Ushuaia (direct options exist seasonally)

Direct flights may be available seasonally; otherwise connect via Buenos Aires. Travel time ~1.5–3.5 hours depending on route; aim for a morning departure to maximize time in Ushuaia.
USD140, 3h0m

12:30pm

Check-in & lunch in Ushuaia

Try seafood (king crab/patagonian hake) near the waterfront; many restaurants open midday.
ARS3800, 1h0m

2:30pm

Beagle Channel boat tour (afternoon)

Afternoon boat excursions to see sea lions, cormorants and lighthouse views — operators run multiple daily departures but check times and book ahead.
USD55, 2h30m

8:00pm

Dinner: local Patagonian cuisine

Choose a harbor-front restaurant and sample local specialties; many open into the evening.
ARS3600, 1h30m

Day 21: Ushuaia & Return

Ushuaia → Buenos Aires, Argentina (exit) on August 30, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast & Tierra del Fuego National Park half-day

Short visit to scenic trails and End of the World Train viewpoint; the park typically opens early (check seasonal park hours). Half-day tours run in the morning.
USD45, 3h0m

12:30pm

Lunch in Ushuaia & transfer to airport

Final Patagonian lunch and transfer to Ushuaia airport — allow 2h for domestic airport procedures.
ARS2800, 1h30m

3:00pm

Flight Ushuaia → Buenos Aires (return/exit)

Evening return flight to Buenos Aires to finish the loop; domestic flights typically 3–4 hours. This completes your trip back to the entry/exit point — plan for onward international connections from Buenos Aires.
USD150, 4h0m

8:30pm

Arrival in Buenos Aires & optional final dinner

If time and energy permit, an easy dinner near your hotel/airport; otherwise proceed to international departure plans.
ARS2000, 1h0m
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