Budget Tours & Trips to Argentina
Think Argentina can’t be done on a budget? It can! Picture exploring Buenos Aires on a half-day city tour, cruising the Paraná Delta from Tigre on a catamaran, and experiencing a passionate tango show at La Ventana? Taste Mendoza's finest wines on the Wine Route, marvel at Andes views and Aconcagua on a day trip. Argentina's got serious style, and it’s waiting for you.
10 best cheap Argentina tour packages
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MelissaArgentina travel expert at TourRadar
- 7 Days Argentina: From Buenos Aires to the Wine Region in Mendoza
- Salta Desert Explorer 5D/4N
- Glaciers and Falls – Smart Adventure
- Buenos Aires & Iguazú Falls – Smart Adventure
- 13-Day Brazil & Argentina Adventure: Buenos Aires, Patagonia, Iguazú Falls, São Paulo & Rio
- Argentina: Buenos Aires - 4 days
- Argentina - Ushuaia, Calafate, Iguazú & Buenos Aires - 14 days
- Essential Argentina & Brazil - 13 days
- Salta and Jujuy, Northwest Argentina – 5 Days
- 6 Days in Northern Argentina: Wonders of Salta & Jujuy
At around $210 per day, this budget-friendly tour covers 6 nights in well-located 3-star hotels with breakfast, airport transfers, and shared trips. Walk Buenos Aires' neighborhoods like San Telmo and Puerto Madero, then try wine tastings at Mendoza's wineries and olive oil factory tours.
Duration 7 days Destinations Buenos Aires, Mendoza Age Range Ages 10+ Operated in English, Spanish Price Per Day $271 Operator Responsible Travel South America From
- US$1,900
Regional highlights cost $70 per day, with 4 nights in hostels/hotels and English-guided tours. MAAM museum in Salta, Great Salt Flats, and UNESCO Humahuaca Gorge included. Daily breakfast and transportation between seven towns provided.
Duration 5 days Destinations Salta, Campo Quijano, San Antonio de los Cobres, Purmamarca, Tilcara, Uquia, Humahuaca Age Range Ages 10+ Price Per Day $87 Operator Bamba Travel From
- US$434
Duration 8 days Destinations Buenos Aires, El Calafate, Puerto Iguazu Age Range All Ages Welcome Operated in English, Spanish Price Per Day $230 Operator Say Hueque Argentina & Chile Journeys From
- US$1,840
Duration 6 days Destinations Buenos Aires, Iguazu Falls Age Range All Ages Welcome Operated in English, Spanish Price Per Day $256 Operator Say Hueque Argentina & Chile Journeys From
- US$1,535
13-Day Brazil & Argentina Adventure: Buenos Aires, Patagonia, Iguazú Falls, São Paulo & Rio
6 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“It was my first dragon trip experience, and certainly not the last one! Amazing!!”
Rhune, traveled in January
Duration 13 days Destinations Buenos Aires, Tigre, Ushuaia, Puerto Iguazu, Iguazu Falls, Foz Do Iguacu, Sao Paulo, Rio de Janeiro Age Range Ages 18-55 Operated in English, Portuguese, Spanish Price Per Day $217 Operator The Dragon Trip From
- US$2,825
Duration 4 days Destinations Buenos Aires Age Range All Ages Welcome Operated in English, Spanish Price Per Day $59 Operator Receptivo Aborigen Tours From $279
15% Off- US$237You save $42
Argentina's natural wonders cost approx. $120 per day, including B&B accommodation and guided tours. The UNESCO World Heritage Perito Moreno Glacier, Buenos Aires' Plaza de Mayo, and included transfers create an engaging itinerary. Optional activities available.
Duration 14 days Destinations Ushuaia, Tierra del Fuego National Park, El Calafate, Perito Moreno Glacier, Los Glaciares National Park, Puerto Iguazu, Iguazu Falls, Foz Do Iguacu, Buenos Aires Age Range All Ages Welcome Operated in English, Spanish Price Per Day $92 Operator Receptivo Aborigen Tours From $1,519
15% Off- US$1,291You save $228
At around $260 per day, this budget-friendly trip takes you through Buenos Aires, Ushuaia, Puerto Iguazú, São Paulo, and Rio de Janeiro over 12 nights in comfortable hostels. You'll check out the bohemian Vila Madalena district in São Paulo and head up Sugarloaf Mountain for great views.
Duration 13 days Destinations Buenos Aires, Tigre, Iguazu Falls, Puerto Iguazu, Rio de Janeiro Age Range Ages 18-55 Price Per Day $271 Operator On The Go Tours From
15% Off- US$3,520
Cultural immersion costs $50 per day with stays in chosen hostels or hotels in Salta and Purmamarca. Breakfast and guided excursions included, with optional airport transfers available.
Duration 5 days Destinations Salta, Campo Quijano, San Antonio de los Cobres, Purmamarca, Maimara, Tilcara, Humahuaca Age Range Ages 18+ Price Per Day $85 Operator Hi Travel Argentina From
15% Off- US$425
This Argentine journey costs about $230 per day, delivering 4-star hotels and breakfast. Visitors roam Salta's walking areas, enjoy Cafayate's wine tastings, and ride the Train to the Clouds. Professional bilingual guides enhance the adventure.
Duration 6 days Destinations Salta, Cachi, Cafayate, Purmamarca, Humahuaca Age Range All Ages Welcome Operated in English, Spanish Price Per Day $240 Operator Signature DMC From
15% Off- US$1,440
Budget Tours & Trips to Argentina Reviews
I had an amazing time on this tour. The highlight for me was the Laguna Esmerelda hike in Ushuaia - the views were absolutely stunning! We had so many special experiences on this tour that I’ll never forget and I would highly recommend to others. You get to see so much of both countries in under two weeks and we even managed to fit in a day trip to Uruguay too. Our adventure leaders were amazing, special shoutout to Majo and Rica as well as Servet who made sure everything ran smoothly!
13-Day Brazil & Argentina Adventure: Buenos Aires, Patagonia, Iguazú Falls, São Paulo & Rio
- 3-Days Iguazu Falls Tour of the Argentinian and Brazilian Side
Great 2-night tour of Iguazu Falls! Marilda was extremely helpful and friendly when booking. The guides were knowledgeable and friendly. The hotel (Mercure) was convenient and comfortable. Absolutely recommend for anyone with a quick stopover in the area.
- Iguazu Falls on a Shoestring (3N)
The tours of the falls were excellent, with all the transfers and transport working smoothly. The tour guide, Marco, was also excellent. I stayed at Glamping Selva Iguassu, which had a a few issues, mainly due to communication problems, as English was not spoken by most of the staff. On arrival I was shown a sheet with meal times, breakfast being listed as 7am to 10am. I duly arrived at 7am the next morning at the dining area to find no breakfast and no staff. As I had to leave at 7.15 for the tour of the falls I missed breakfast. You need to inform them what time you want breakfast the night before, but due to communication issue I did not understand this at the time. Similarly if you want dinner, you need to order a couple of hours before dining. Even then I had a problem. I ordered a pizza but turned up for dinner two hours later to be be told that there were no pizzas. They did provide me with empenadas, which were delicious. Despite the minor issues, it is a nice place to say, set right in the jungle overlooking the Parana. The pods are clean and comfortable. If you can speak a bit of Spanish it will probably help your stay.
What our customers ask about Budget Tours & Trips to Argentina
When is the most affordable time to visit Argentina?
Visit during March to May or September to November to get better deals throughout Argentina. Hotel prices drop and you'll see fewer tourists at popular spots like Perito Moreno Glacier and Iguazu Falls. Buenos Aires tends to be cheaper in winter (June to August) but keep in mind that Patagonia becomes harder to explore during these cold months. A TourRadar traveler shared: "Traveling in April meant great weather and better prices across the country."
Which regions in Argentina offer the best value for budget travelers?
Head to the northwest especially Salta and Jujuy provinces where your money goes further. Small cities like Cafayate Purmamarca and San Antonio de los Cobres let you experience local culture without spending much. Mendoza's wine country is another good choice with reasonably priced wine tours and places to stay. As noted by a TourRadar traveler: "Northwest Argentina provided amazing landscapes and cultural experiences at very reasonable prices."
What type of accommodation is typically offered on budget tours in Argentina?
Most budget tours put you in 3-4 star hotels and hostels. You might stay at the Hotel de Los Andes in Salta or the Novotel on Corrientes 1334 in Buenos Aires. These places usually include breakfast and sit close to main attractions. One TourRadar traveler noted: "All but 2 hostels were excellent and provided great value for the experience."
How much should I budget for entrance fees to national parks and attractions?
National park fees usually run between 20-30 USD per park. Expect to pay about 30 USD for Iguazu National Park 22 USD for Perito Moreno Glacier National Park and 38 USD for Torres del Paine National Park. A TourRadar traveler noted: "While entrance fees weren't included they were reasonable considering the incredible experiences offered."
What's the average daily budget needed for meals not included in Argentina tours?
Set aside 30-40 USD per day for meals outside your tour package. Many cities offer good lunch deals called menu del día for 10-15 USD while dinner at regular restaurants costs 15-25 USD. A TourRadar traveler mentioned: "Local food options were plenty and affordable especially when eating at the traditional 'peñas' in Salta."
What are the typical transportation costs for budget tours in Argentina?
Long overnight bus trips between major cities cost between 50-100 USD if you choose cama (bed) service. Getting around within cities is cheap at about 0.50-1 USD per ride. As one TourRadar traveler mentioned: "The overnight buses were surprisingly comfortable and helped save on accommodation costs."