Argentina holidays

From Buenos Aires, take a 45-minute catamaran ride to Colonia del Sacramento in Uruguay. Recently declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the city is the oldest in the country and has a fascinating colonial history. During this fall day tour, you'll visit the picturesque streets of Santa Rita and the famous Calle de los Suspiros - street of sighs - often used in historical films. The city has cobblestone streets, natural beauty and monuments including the cathedral and lighthouse. You'll stop off at the Real de San Carlos bull ring, enjoy lunch and have time to explore before returning to Buenos Aires.

This is a fascinating half day city tour of Buenos Aires with a private guide. Visit Plazo de Mayo square and discover Avenida de Mayo's art nouveau and art deco architecture. You'll visit San Telmo, the old part of the city, and head south to La Boca, with its colourful tin houses and lively atmosphere. Move on to the elegant Recoleta area with its French architecture and famous cemetery, before strolling around Palermo's parks, monuments and mansions. During the tour you'll learn about the history and politics that changed lives in Argentina.

This ia a fascinating insight into the life of Eva Perón, her influence on Argentina's political scene and her social life. The half day tour starts at Retiro, where Eva caught her first glimpse of Buenos Aires as she got off the train that carried her from her home town. In Plaza de Mayo, you can stand in front of the 'Pink House' looking up at the balcony from where she used to address the Argentine workers. Visit the church in Recoleta where she was married and the cemetery in which she is buried, then finish at the Evita Museum, housed in a former ophanage that belonged to the Eva Perón Foundation.

Spend a day at a ranch, an 'estancia', called Villa Maria and learn how to play polo. You'll learn about polo horses, equipment and technique before putting it into practise during a lesson. You'll enjoy lunch at the ranch and afternoon tea, and can use the facilities, from the tennis courts to the bicycles which are perfect for exploring.

Spend the day at El Ombú de Areco in San Antonio de Areco, a historical ranch and the birthplace of the gaucho traditions. The grand ranch house was built in 1880 and the land itself covers about 750 acres, where Hereford and Aberdeen Angus cattle are raised. You can see the ranch on horseback or by horse-drawn carriage, relax in the pool and stroll along the river banks. You'll see how this working ranch is run and enjoy a sizzling barbecue with incredible meat and local wines.

Learn about the history of Tango in Buenos Aires. Retrace the European immigration of San Telmo, visit the brothels area of La Boca and factories in Barracas where you'll uncover the origins of this seductive dance. You'll learn how it developed from dance to song, from performing with flute to bandoneon, and from improvised music to compositions. You can listen to key pieces of music and hear the poetic lyrics read aloud. Later arrive at Mansion Dandi Royal, a Tango-inspired place of residence where you'll be taught to dance the basics by two professionals.

When Buenos Aires was trying to become a city and the Tanfo spread among locals and immigrants, one of the most picturesque quarters was El Abasto. This is the area where Carlos Gardel rose to fame - and became one of the most prominent figures in tango. Over 100 years later, Esquina Carlos Gardel - where Carlos used to dine and sing with friends - has opened its doors as a tango club and restaurant. The tango and cuisine combine to create an unforgettable night in Buenos Aires.

On this half day experience, drive through the fashionable riverside suburbs of Olivos, San Isidro and San Fernando on the way to Tigre. This is the playground of wealthy locals - or porteños - home to weeping willows, open-air restaurants, cafes and soap-box politics. Take a boat cruise along the waterways and islands of the delta, passing stone mansions, English cottages, Italian villas and brightly-painted wooden shacks.