Exploring the culinary delights of Buenos Aires has never been easier. The Small-Group Buenos Aires Food and Culture Tour offers an immersive 5-hour experience that caters to foodies. Participants can expect to visit the historic San Telmo Market, indulge in coffee and wine tastings, and savor a traditional Argentinian asado dinner, all while guided by a professional. With a maximum of 15 guests, this tour promises a personalized and social experience. But what we love about this tour from the rest?
Key Points
- A 5-hour small-group experience exploring San Telmo Market, coffee and wine tastings, and a traditional Argentinian asado dinner with a live show.
- The tour is priced starting at $225 per person and accommodates a maximum of 15 guests with hotel pickup and drop-off included.
- Highlights include a coffee tasting session, wine sampling of Malbec, Bonarda, and Cabernet Sauvignon, and a commentary by a professional guide.
- Participants generally report positive experiences, praising the engaging guide and enjoyable food/wine tastings, though some critiques exist regarding meeting point confusion and food quality.
- Dietary requirements can be accommodated when communicated at the time of booking, and free cancellation is available up to 24 hours prior to the tour.
Tour Overview
The Buenos Aires Food and Culture Tour is a 5-hour small-group experience that immerses participants in the city’s vibrant culinary and historic scenes.
Enjoy Buenos Aires’ vibrant culinary and historic scenes on this 5-hour small-group food and culture tour.
Priced from $225 per person, the tour accommodates a maximum of 15 guests and departs from selected hotels between 5:30 and 6 p.m.
Attendees will explore the lively San Telmo Market, sample premium coffee and Argentine wines, tour a 300-year-old tavern, and enjoy a traditional asado dinner with a live show.
Pickup and drop-off at the hotel are included, and the experience receives an average rating of 4.0 from 5 reviews.
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Itinerary and Activities
The tour begins with hotel pickup between 5:30 and 6 p.m., with participants meeting at Plaza Dorrego.
Guests explore the historic San Telmo Market, learning about the market’s artifacts and local foods.
Next, they visit Coffee Town for a coffee tasting, gaining insights into the coffee production process.
At Sagardi Restaurant, the group samples Malbec, Bonarda, and Cabernet Sauvignon wines paired with pintxos vascos.
The tour then visits the 300-year-old Pulpería Quilapán tavern for a guided tour.
Finally, the evening concludes with a traditional Argentinian asado dinner, dessert, and a live show, before drop-off at the hotel around 11 p.m.
Inclusions
This tour includes dinner, a wine tasting, a coffee tasting, and a professional guide.
Participants will enjoy a traditional Argentinian asado (barbecue) dinner, complete with dessert and a live show.
Savor a traditional Argentinian asado (barbecue) dinner with dessert and a live show.
The wine tasting features samples of Malbec, Bonarda, and Cabernet Sauvignon, paired with Basque-style pintxos.
At the coffee shop, guests will learn about the coffee-making process during a tasting.
The professional guide leads the group throughout the experience, providing insights and commentary.
Hotel pickup and drop-off are also included for select hotels.
Gratuities are covered, making this an all-inclusive food and cultural tour.
Guest Experiences and Feedback
Participants generally had positive experiences on the Buenos Aires Food and Culture Tour, praising the engaging guide, enjoyable food and wine tastings, and relaxed pacing that allowed for social interactions with other group members.
However, some critiques were noted, such as confusion at the meeting point, perceived lack of food quality, and questioning the tour guide’s expertise.
Specific comments included the beef being tough, a lack of detailed explanations at some stops, and the tour being high-cost relative to the experience.
Dietary Considerations
According to the information provided, dietary requirements should be advised at the time of booking for the Buenos Aires Food and Culture Tour.
This is to ensure the tour provider can accommodate any special dietary needs participants may have. The tour includes a traditional Argentinian asado dinner, as well as a wine tasting.
While the details of the menu aren’t specified, it’s important for guests with dietary restrictions or allergies to communicate this information upfront.
This allows the tour operator to make necessary arrangements and provide an enjoyable experience for all participants.
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Meeting Point and Pickup
Where does the Buenos Aires Food and Culture Tour begin? The tour kicks off at Plaza Dorrego, a historic square in the San Telmo neighborhood.
Participants will be picked up from selected hotels between 5:30 and 6 PM and transported to the meeting point. For those not staying in the pickup area, the local supplier will provide the address of the closest hotel.
The tour is capped at a maximum of 15 participants, ensuring an intimate and personalized experience as the group explores the city’s vibrant food scene and cultural highlights over the next five hours.
Tour Operator and Booking Details
The Buenos Aires Food and Culture Tour is operated by Tangol, a local provider known for its immersive culinary and cultural experiences.
The tour can be booked directly through Tangol’s website or various travel platforms, with confirmations provided at the time of booking.
Key booking details include:
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Free cancellation up to 24 hours prior to the tour
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Hotel pickup and drop-off service for select locations
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Ability to accommodate dietary requirements when notified in advance
The tour is limited to a maximum of 15 participants, ensuring an intimate and personalized experience throughout the 5-hour itinerary.
The Sum Up
The Small-Group Buenos Aires Food and Culture Tour offers an immersive culinary experience showcasing the city’s historic markets, local flavors, and traditional dining. With a maximum of 15 guests, the tour provides personalized attention and social interaction, making it a convenient and engaging way to explore the gastronomic delights of Buenos Aires. The inclusive package, including hotel pickup and drop-off, ensures a seamless and enjoyable experience for foodies.
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