Buenos Aires & Puerto Iguazú: Best Itinerary Ideas

How many days do you need in Buenos Aires & Puerto Iguazú?

• Most travelers spend 5-8 days in Buenos Aires and Puerto Iguazú combined
• With 9 or more days, most travelers choose to add more stops to their trip
• The most common extensions are El Calafate, Iguazú Falls, and Rio de Janeiro

How Many Days to Spend in Buenos Aires

Recommended Itineraries for Buenos Aires & Puerto Iguazú

Recommended Itinerary for 5 Days

This trip takes you through one of Argentina's most beautiful landscapes, Iguazú Falls. You'll start your tour in Argentina's cosmopolitan capital city of Buenos Aires, where you'll have a chance to explore the city's vibrant streets. Next, head north to Iguazú Falls, located on the borders of Brazil and Paraguay. Spend some quality time admiring the beauty and power of the falls before returning to Buenos Aires. Read more

Recommended Itinerary for 1 Week

Treat yourself to an in-depth exploration of two of Argentina's most iconic destinations, Buenos Aires and Iguazú Falls. Begin your journey in Buenos Aires and take in the city's vibrant history and culture during a full-day walking tour. Next, head to Iguazú Falls National Park to see the jaw-dropping beauty of the largest waterfall system in the world. Since Iguazu lies on the border between Argentina and Brazil, you'll get to experience the falls from both countries. Top it all off with a trip back to Buenos Aires to enjoy a traditional dinner and tango performance. Read more

Recommended Itinerary for 8 Days

Take in the beauty and complexity of Argentine culture and natural landscapes on this eight-day journey. First, learn all about the history and people of Buenos Aires on a full-day walking tour. Next, head just outside of the city to experience the culture of the gaúchos. Then, travel north to the iconic Iguazú Falls, the largest waterfall system in the world. Top it all off with a trip back to Buenos Aires to enjoy a traditional dinner and tango performance. Read more

Extended Itineraries

9-Day Itinerary Including El Calafate

This diverse nine-day tour combines top destinations in Argentina for a trip that won't disappoint. Start by experiencing the cosmopolitan bustle of Buenos Aires before you fly south to El Calafate for several spectacular glaciers, which you'll see by land and boat. Then, fly north to the Brazilian border (and warmer weather) to explore Iguazú Falls—the largest waterfall system in the world. Read more

10-Day Itinerary Including Bariloche & Mendoza

This 10-day itinerary highlights three of Argentina's most impressive natural wonders. Kicking off in Buenos Aires, you'll venture to Bariloche, surrounded by beautiful lakes and mountains—great for kayaking and hiking. Next is high-altitude Mendoza, where you'll take part in several wine tastings (especially malbec). Finish at the Brazilian border to experience hundreds of waterfalls in both countries. Read more

13-Day Itinerary Including Ushuaia & El Calafate

Perfect for travelers looking to experience more of Patagonia and see Argentina's natural wonders, this thirteen-day itinerary includes a visit to the famed Perito Moreno Glacier and stops in Ushuaia—the southernmost city in the world—to see penguins and trek in Tierra del Fuego National Park. You'll hike through the rugged mountain scenery around Mount Fitz Roy, learn to dance the tango, and experience the crashing immensity of Iguazú Falls, all in one trip. Read more

How to travel between Buenos Aires & Puerto Iguazú

Almost 800 miles (1,290 km) separate Buenos Aires and Puerto Iguazú, the Argentine city closest to the famed Iguazú Falls. Though long-distance buses between the two cities exist, the fastest and easiest way to travel from Buenos Aires to Puerto Iguazú is to fly. Flights depart daily from both Aeroparque (AEP) and Ezeiza (EZE), the two main airports in Buenos Aires. Read more