A visit to Argentina is a must for its vast rolling wine regions, snowy peaks and expansive lakes

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Regions: Argentina to Chile or Brazil

From the chic, cobble-stoned streets of Buenos Aires to the jungle surrounding the Iguaza Falls and the rugged terrain of Patagonia, a trip to Argentina remains a fine balance between two contrasting landscapes.

The Argentinean capital is a gourmet’s paradise of sorts offering the best steaks in the world, delicious wines and hip cafes.

There are quite a few museums that guide one through the history, art and culture of the city, and at night you have the choice of great bars or shake a leg to the traditional Tango.

To the south, one would find the impressive and remote wilderness of Patagonia, read: epic mountains, glistening glaciers, massive lakes and a ragged coastline. Heading north from Buenos Aires, the sultry, dry highlands of Salta and Jujuy feel like a different country; burnt oranges and stark pink dazzle, and the strange mountain formations puzzle and amaze to the core.

Mendoza remains a rich wine region along with a tranquil coastline and not to miss the exquisite beauty of the snow-capped Andes Mountains. At the Peninsula Valdes, one can witness whales, elephant seals and penguins play. Argentina is truly a playground of wonders.

WHEN IN ARGENTINA

- Try your hand at the Tango

- Stand in the Playa de Mayo in Buenos Aires

- Wander along the cobble-stoned streets of San Telmo in Buenos Aires

- Witness the Iguazu Falls

TRAVEL TIP: There are number of ways to combine a visit to Argentina along with a trip to Chile, Uruguay and Brazil to make for a relaxed and interesting vacation.