Private Tour
Private Day Tour to an Argentinian Estancia
Overview
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9 hours
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One of Argentina's most impressive industries has been agriculture and cattle raising. In this 9-hour private tour you will get to know the history and the insights of these two combined. Visit an Estancia, South American equivalent of a ranch/farm, and take in the culture of the Pampas. Taste an autenthic argentinian barbecue and enjoy a folkloric show.
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Additional Info
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
This is a kid-friendly tour
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Hotel Pick-Up and Drop-Off
Live entertainment
Lunch
Professional Guide
Beverages
Gratuities
Souvenirs (available for purchase)
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup points
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What To Expect
San Antonio de Areco
Explore the town of San Antonio de Areco and visit a traditional "pulpería," a classic South American store selling essential goods. You’ll also discover the workings of a craft chocolate shop and learn about the town’s history before heading to the Estancia.
Estancia El Ombu de Areco
Argentina is famous for its expansive farmland. Since the country's establishment in the late 19th century, it has focused on agricultural and livestock exports, particularly in the fertile Pampas region. At the estancia, enjoy horse riding or a sulky ride while tasting traditional cold cuts, cheeses, and drinks. Lunch features a classic Argentine barbecue made with premium meats. After dessert, experience a folklore performance followed by a gaucho skills demonstration. This experience offers a deep insight into Argentina’s rural heritage and landscape.
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Private Day Tour to an Argentinian Estancia
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Reviews
16 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Outstanding trip
Robert D,
Dec 8, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Pablo was an Outstanding tour companion. Extensive discussion about Argentina and the surroundings during city departure on the drive to Estancia. Had one stop enroute in a small town to visit chocolate and silver smith stores. Included a visit to local gaucho pub. He provided over 50 pictures/videos he took of us at Estancia. Horse back ride for 45 minutes, gaucho music and dancing, and group guest dancing. Horse whisper performance was great. Food was excellent with at least 7 different meats served.
Take this tour.
Judith B,
Nov 20, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00This is a great tour--it's educational and entertaining with wonderful views of the pampas on the way. The guide Enrique showed up exactly when promised and helped to provide the best spots for enjoying the music and demonstrations.
Spend a wonderful day on the pampas on a gaucho ranch
tault12741,
Mar 30, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Went on a 9 hour tour to a gaucho ranch and a family silver smith business in a nearby town. Wonderful experience, rode a horse, had a tremendous meal, toured the grounds, learned a community dance, beautiful setting. Our guide and driver were great, Miriam from signature tours. Highly recommend.
Perfect Day
Melissa C,
Nov 29, 2023
- Review from Viator
5.00We had such a fabulous time at Ombu de Areco. The estancia was gorgeous and we enjoyed all of the activities during our visit. Diego was an excellent guide and provided so much information and history about the ranch. The brief stop at the charming town of Areco was a nice bonus. He also gave many good cafe & restaurant recommendations while in Buenos Aires. It would be a pleasure to tour with him again when we come back. We highly recommend this tour. Thank you again!
Horses in Argentina
Trish F,
Mar 26, 2023
- Review from Viator
5.00Great experience with a very knowledgeable guide! Would recommend. It was beautiful and entertaining.
Great Estancia Visit
665go,
Jul 17, 2022
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our private guide, Marcelo, was excellent and made our day trip to Estancia very enjoyable. Marcelo has an extremely personable demeanor and is excellent with both adults and children. Marcelo is extremely knowledgable about Argentina and was able to articulate his knowledge both in English and in Spanish for my bi-lingual family. Highly recommend Marcelo.
A really enjoyable day in San Antonio de Areco
Paul2key,
Mar 31, 2022
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Marcelo drove me and 2 other guests to the estancia for a wonderful experience. He is interesting, friendly and funny. He shared lots of information about BA and answered many of my questions. I enjoyed the 45 minutes of horseback riding. We ate enough food to fill you up for a week. Also, the folk music and dancing gave you a strong feel for gaucho culture. I strongly recommend this tour!
El Ombu/San Antonio de Areco
KMSAD,
Jan 14, 2022
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Marcelo was our driver and guide for a day tour to San Antonio de Areco and El Ombu. He was professional, knowledgeable, courteous, and an all around excellent guide. We would highly recommend using him for any excursions in and around Buenos Aires.
Estancia
Suzanne P,
Feb 22, 2020
- Review from Viator
5.00Gus was a fabulous guide! The whole day was wonderful! Picked us us from the ship with all our luggage and set out on an adventure. Love the estancia-food great, rode horse and had a fabulous barbecue.
Gaucho for a day tour
V3412PCpetero,
Feb 9, 2020
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Included horse back riding for an hour a stop in a quaint little town, our tour guide Augustin was absolutely incredible. Lunch was fabulous bus was comfortable and the wine freely flowed! A dance show was after lunch. Well worth it. Highly recommend.
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