Argentina and Peru Tours & Trips

What our customers ask about Argentina and Peru Tours & Trips

• How long should I spend visiting the main highlights of Argentina and Peru?

  A comfortable exploration of both countries requires 12-14 days. Most visitors spend 3-4 days in Buenos Aires exploring La Boca and Recoleta neighborhoods followed by 2-3 days at Iguazu Falls to see both Argentine and Brazilian viewpoints. Peru typically needs 5-7 days to cover Lima Cusco Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu. A TourRadar traveler noted "the 12-day itinerary felt well-paced allowing us to really soak in major sites like the Belmond Hotel das Cataratas at Iguazu Falls and historic Cusco."

• What are the must-try local dishes in Argentina and Peru?

  Argentina's culinary scene centers on beef served at traditional parrillas like Fogon Asado in Buenos Aires paired with empanadas and Mendoza's Malbec wines. Peru offers fresh ceviche at establishments like MAP Cafe in Cusco's Museum of Pre-Colombian Art along with lomo saltado and alpaca steaks. A TourRadar traveler notes "the food scene in Lima was incredible - from high-end restaurants to local markets selling fresh ceviche and anticuchos."

• What type of accommodation can I expect on tours through Argentina and Peru?

  Accommodations range from boutique properties to upscale hotels. Peru features the JW Marriott El Convento in Cusco and Tambo del Inka Resort in Sacred Valley while Argentina offers places like Hotel Casa Lucia in Buenos Aires. A TourRadar traveler shared "the accommodations exceeded expectations especially the Belmond Copacabana Palace in Rio and the Sumaq Hotel overlooking Machu Picchu."

• What unique cultural experiences can I expect in Argentina and Peru?

  Buenos Aires offers tango shows in historic venues traditional gaucho ranch visits in the Pampas and walks through San Telmo's colonial streets. Peru provides indigenous market visits in Pisac weaving demonstrations in Sacred Valley and Inca history at Sacsayhuaman. A TourRadar traveler shared: "The local experiences were incredible - from tango lessons in Buenos Aires to meeting indigenous communities in Peru's Sacred Valley."

• What are the best times to visit Argentina and Peru?

  Peru's dry season from May to October offers ideal conditions for Machu Picchu visits. Argentina's best weather runs from October to March with mild temperatures. A TourRadar traveler noted "The weather was perfect in June for hiking Machu Picchu and exploring Buenos Aires's outdoor cafes." Luxury stays at Hotel GHL Lago Titicaca in Puno or the Alvear Art Hotel in Buenos Aires provide year-round comfort.

• What type of transportation is used between destinations in Argentina and Peru?

  Travel between major cities involves domestic flights from Buenos Aires to Lima and Cusco to Lima. Local transportation uses private air-conditioned coaches. The journey to Machu Picchu features the Vistadome train through Sacred Valley. A TourRadar traveler notes: "The transportation was very well organized from comfortable coaches to the spectacular train journey to Machu Picchu through the Andes mountains."