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San Antonio de Areco - Just an hour’s drive from Buenos Aires on National Road 8, the expansive Pampas plains unfold before you. Upon reaching San Antonio de Areco, you find yourself in the heart of Gaucho culture.
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Parroquia San Antonio de Padua - Culture and history enthusiasts should begin their visit at the main square, Ruiz de Arellano, which houses the parish of San Antonio de Padua. Here, you can learn about how the first Spanish conquistadors used noble materials imported from Europe, like wood and floor tiles, to start building the city around 1730.
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Boliche de Bessonart Bar - Opened over 200 years ago, El Boliche de Bessonart pub features a sloping facade reminiscent of the Tower of Pisa, period render, an unusual roof, and two main rooms that have helped it endure through the years.
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Municipality Of San Antonio De Areco - Built in 1885 and purchased by the town in 1966, the town hall, located opposite the parish, is a colonial mansion that once belonged to one of the wealthiest families in town. Visitors can admire its large interior patio, period tiles, old well, and wrought-iron grids.
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Museo Draghi - This museum showcases a private collection that traces the evolution of silversmith styles in Argentina from the 19th century to today. In Mariano Draghi’s workshop, you can see unique pieces inspired by traditional techniques.
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La Olla de Cobre - The artisanal chocolate factory La Olla de Cobre is famous throughout the province. People from Buenos Aires often travel to San Antonio de Areco specifically to purchase their delicious chocolates and renowned alfajores. It’s a must-visit for gourmets.
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Museo Gauchesco y Parque Criollo Ricardo Guiraldes - The Ricardo Güiraldes museum offers various insights into Argentina’s past, particularly regarding the gauchos: their customs, equipment, and livelihoods. It also delves into the life of the writer Ricardo Güiraldes.
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Estancia El Ombu de Areco - With your guide, you’ll visit an Estancia located 15 minutes from town in the middle of the Pampa plains. After a brief tour of the Estancia and a horseback or carriage ride to explore some of the 400-hectare property, you’ll enjoy a delicious asado lunch under the shade of century-old trees.
You’ll then have the opportunity to watch and admire the Estancia’s gauchos demonstrate their equestrian skills, as well as enjoy traditional Argentine music and dance.
- Professional local guide
- Tailor-made tour of the town
- Private and comfortable transfer in/out from Buenos Aires, with air conditioning
- Snacks
- All activities at the Estancia (ranch): horse riding or carriage, folkloric dance, equestrian gauchos’ performance
- Asado lunch: a selection of meats, grilled on an Argentine BBQ (parilla) accompanied by salad, drinks, dessert & coffee
- Excess luggage charges (where applicable)
Without a doubt, we provide the most comprehensive, enjoyable, and personalized Gaucho Day experience in Argentina! You will get to immerse yourself in the Argentina’s gaucho culture during this day-long trip, guided by a local who is well-versed with the intricacies of life in the Pampas. You will see the sights of our colonial town, such as buildings that were once inhabited by century-old bars, the San Antonio de Padua parish, and different local craftsmen, including the Draghi silversmith workshop. The morning tour will end with a visit to the Ricardo Güiraldes Gaucho museum, and its adjoining pulperÃa La Blanqueada. Come noon, we’ll transport you to a functioning Estancia (ranch) nearby, there you will get to go horseback riding in the open fields, eat an authentic asado lunch (barbecue), and enjoy equestrian shows and traditional dances. Our officially-recognized travel agency consists of a friendly team who have a shared love for history and Gaucho traditions and our guides and drivers are all bilingual.
- Child rate applies only when sharing with 2 paying adults
- Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
