Gaucho Day Trip to El Ombu de Areco

Come experience the heart of Argentina's gaucho culture in San Antonio de Areco, just a short trip from Buenos Aires. In this town, you'll explore iconic landmarks like the Parish of San Antonio de Padua and the Bessonart Tavern, with an optional visit to renowned workshops for criollo silversmithing and leatherworking. Then, head to Estancia El Ombú, where you'll enjoy a traditional criollo barbecue (asado), witness incredible gaucho skills, and be entertained by music, dance, and exciting demonstrations of boleadoras and horseback riding.

You will be pick up from your hotel and around 8.30 am depart Buenos Aires in a comfortable bus for the scenic ride of 2 hours through the Argentine pampas (plains) to El Ombú de Areco, located in San Antonio de Areco.

Once in San Antonio de Areco, the birthplace of gaucho culture, we will explore its most iconic landmarks, including the Parish of San Antonio de Padua and the Bessonart Tavern. During our visit, we will have the opportunity to tour the Draghi silversmith workshop and the Navarro leather workshop, both famous for their traditional criollo craftsmanship (entrance fee not included).

Around 11:45 am, we will depart for Estancia El Ombú de Areco, where we will enjoy a delicious criollo barbecue and witness demonstrations of gaucho skills, traditional music, and dance. You will also see an exciting display of boleadoras and horseback riding skills.

Finally, we will head back to Buenos Aires about 4:15 pm, taking with us unforgettable memories of this cultural experience.

• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• IMPORTANT: You must bring your passport at the time of the tour as there may be checks during the trip
• Cruise Passengers are not allowed to take this tour

• Gaucho Day Trip to El Ombu de Areco
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• Afternoon Snacks
• Official Guide (English, Spanish, Portuguese)
• Hotel Pick-up (Downtown hotels only)
• Gauchos show
• Argentine BBQ Lunch with beverages

• Entry/ Admission - Draghi silversmith (USD 3 - price may vary)
• Gratuities

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The pick up transfer is only from selected centrally located hotels. If your hotel is outside the geographic area, we will confirm the closest meeting point. Indicate the name and address of your hotel. We suggest you to confirm the booking details with us prior to travel, or upon arrival at your destination. Please note that departure times and locations may vary slightly. If you have any question, do not hesitate to contact us! OFFICE NUMBER: (+54 11) 3221-8400 (Mon to Sun from 9 to 18 Hs) EMERGENCY MOBILE: (+54 911) 4991-4035 (After office hours)

Please be advised..

• This Tour is Provided by Tangol.
• Tour Timezone & Starts at America/Argentina/Buenos_Aires.
• Mobile or paper ticket accepted.
• For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
• Minimum 1 Travelers is required to book.
• Maximum 9 Travelers is accepted for booking.