3 weeks in Argentina: Our Recommendations
Blending urban city life with extreme natural wonders, Argentina is full of once-in-a-lifetime adventures. You can spend the day hiking up glaciers, trekking through jungles, or relaxing in a street-side cafe. With three weeks in Argentina, you’ll be able to truly immerse yourself in the culture and explore the beauty of Argentina. If you’re looking for the ideal itinerary, check out our recommendations for 17, 21, and 22 days in Argentina here.
- Salvatore T.
1. WHALES, PENGUINS, GLACIERS & THE END OF THE WORLD: 17 DAYS IN ARGENTINA
| Day 1 | Explore Buenos Aires independently |
| Day 2 | Fly to Trelew and enjoy a drive to Puerto Madryn |
| Day 3 | Excursion to Peninsula Valdes |
| Day 4 | Fly to Ushuaia, free afternoon |
| Day 5 | Visit Tierra del Fuego National Park, afternoon in Beagle Channel |
| Day 6 | Excursion to Fagnano and Escondido Lakes |
| Day 7 | Fly to El Calafate |
| Day 8 | Visit El Chalten for hiking and exploring |
| Day 9 | Free day in El Chalten |
| Day 10 | Drive back to El Calafate |
| Day 11 | Full day tour of Perito Moreno Glacier |
| Day 12 | Guided tour of Estancia Cristina, museum tour and lunch |
| Day 13 | Tour Torres del Paine National Park |
| Day 14 | Free morning, return to El Calafate |
| Day 15 | Fly to Buenos Aires, tango show and dinner |
| Day 16 | City tour of Buenos Aires |
| Day 17 | Head to your next destination |
If you have a little less than 3 weeks in Argentina, you can still see some of the country’s most stunning attractions. Start in Buenos Aires and head to Puerto Madryn and Peninsula Valdes for penguin and whale watching. After that, you’ll visit Ushuaia, the southernmost city on the planet. You’ll then make your way to the pristine Fagnano and Escondido Lakes, before flying to El Calafate to see the mesmerizing Perito Moreno Glacier. Before you head home, you’ll spend a few days enjoying tango, traditional cuisine, and exploring Buenos Aires. See tours.
2. HIGHLIGHTS OF ARGENTINA : 21 DAYS IN ARGENTINA
| Day 1 | Arrive in Buenos Aires, afternoon city tour |
| Day 2 | Free day in Buenos Aires |
| Day 3 | Fly to Puerto Iguazu, half-day excursion to the Brazilian side of Iguazu Falls |
| Day 4 | Full day tour of the Argentinian side of Iguazu Falls |
| Day 5 | Fly to Salta, half-day tour of Salta |
| Day 6 | Drive to Purmamarca, free afternoon |
| Day 7 | Full day tour of Quebrada de Humahuaca |
| Day 8 | Drive to Cafayate |
| Day 9 | Free morning in Cafayate, drive back to Salta |
| Day 10 | Fly to El Calafate |
| Day 11 | Full day tour of Perito Moreno Glacier |
| Day 12 | Full day tour of Estancia Cristina |
| Day 13 | Drive to El Chalten |
| Day 14 | Free day in El Chalten |
| Day 15 | Free morning in El Chalten, drive back to El Calafate |
| Day 16 | Fly to Ushuaia, a tour of Beagle Channel |
| Day 17 | Half-day tour of Tierra del Fuego National Park |
| Day 18 | Full day tour of Fagnano and Escondido Lakes |
| Day 19 | Fly to Buenos Aires |
| Day 20 | Free day in Buenos Aires |
| Day 21 | Head to your next destination |
See all the main sights, cities, and attractions on this whirlwind Argentina itinerary for 3 weeks. Your trip starts in Buenos Aires, where you’ll spend a few days before flying to the majestic Iguazu Falls. Afterward, you’ll leave the jungle to trek the mighty Perito Moreno Glacier in El Calafate.
Next stop is Ushuaia. Nestled on the Beagle Channel, it’s the southernmost city in the entire world. This tour also includes visits to the stunning Tierra del Fuego National Park, Fagnano, and Escondido Lakes. If you’re looking to see the most amazing highlights of Argentina, then this tour is for you. See tours.
3. FROM NORTH TO SOUTH: 22 DAYS IN ARGENTINA
| Day 1 | Explore Buenos Aires on a city tour |
| Day 2 | Fly to Puerto Madryn |
| Day 3 | Penguin watching in Punta Tombo |
| Day 4 | Whale watching in Valdés Peninsula |
| Day 5 | Fly to Ushuaia |
| Day 6 | Tour Tierra del Fuego National Park |
| Day 7 | Visit Lakes Fagnano and Escondido |
| Day 8 | Fly to El Calafate |
| Day 9 | Tour Perito Moreno Glacier |
| Day 10 | Free day in El Calafate |
| Day 11 | Fly to Bariloche |
| Day 12 | Sailing trip to Puerto Archorena, visit Puerto Quetrihue |
| Day 13 | Free day in Bariloche |
| Day 14 | Fly to Salta |
| Day 15 | Visit the Quebrada Valley |
| Day 16 | Drive to Purmamarca and Humahuaca Gorge |
| Day 17 | Drive to Calchaquíes Valley |
| Day 18 | Fly to Puerto Iguazu |
| Day 19 | Visit Argentinian Iguazu Falls |
| Day 20 | Explore Brazilian side of Iguazu Falls, fly to Buenos Aires |
| Day 21 | Free day in Bueno Aires |
| Day 22 | Head to your next destination |
Make your way through from the top of Argentina all the way to the bottom on this north-to-south tour. Starting and ending in Buenos Aires, you’ll also visit Puerto Madryn, Bariloche, Salta, and the Quebrada Valley.
There are several places to visit in Argentina, including some of the country’s most impressive natural landmarks, like the Perito Moreno Glacier in El Calafate and the Iguazu Falls from both the Argentinian and Brazilian borders. Not to mention, you’ll also spend a few days in Ushuaia, the southernmost city in the world. In just three weeks, you can cover almost the entire country and its most beautiful towns and natural wonders, as well as indulge in an array of activities in Argentina. See tours.
These comprehensive Argentina tours will show you some of the most amazing sights in South America. You can further check our guide on the best time to visit Argentina for a seasonal overview. But take it from us, a 3-week Argentina itinerary is hardly enough! As soon as you see the icy glaciers, rugged mountains, and crystal-clear lakes, you’ll want to spend as much time as you can in this magnificent country. If these itineraries have inspired you to plan a custom tour to Argentina, then connect with one of our travel experts in Argentina.
