BUENOS AIRES BUS TOUR FIELD GUIDE
A day with the gauchos: Estancia La Candelaria from Buenos Aires
A nine‑hour coach excursion to a traditional Buenos Aires ranch that pairs gaucho horsemanship and local cuisine—this guide explains what to expect and how to prepare.
A day with the gauchos: Estancia La Candelaria from Buenos Aires.
Leave the city behind for a day at Estancia La Candelaria, one of the region’s most traditional ranches. The Gaucho Day Tour from Buenos Aires brings together ranch architecture, an antique chapel, a French‑style castle, and live demonstrations of gaucho history, culture and riding skills, plus an Argentine barbecue lunch and regional wines.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Colonial buildings and a French castle
Estancia La Candelaria is notable for its colonial constructions and a French castle; visitors can walk the grounds and visit an antique chapel while taking in the ranch’s architecture.
Gaucho show and horsemanship
The tour offers a chance to witness gaucho traditions: professional dancers and horse riders perform gaucho skill displays and dressage—shows occur on weekend departures (show on Saturday, skill performances on Sunday).
Argentine barbecue and regional starters
A three‑course menu centers on the estancia’s barbecued meat, preceded by fried and baked vegetable empanadas, with an open bar of water and lemonade and one glass of wine included.
What the day feels like
What the day feels like
The rhythm is unhurried: morning pickup in Buenos Aires, a comfortable transfer to the ranch, a paced visit to historic buildings and the chapel, a long lunch built around asado and wine, and live gaucho demonstrations before a downtown drop‑off—an immersive, full‑day look at rural Argentine life.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this tour suits—and who should plan differently.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Wear comfortable shoes and casual clothing; the operator recommends mosquito repellent and sunscreen.
Dress code is casual and comfortable; note that wheelchair access is limited to certain surfaces and a foldable wheelchair plus assistance is required where applicable.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the tour?
The excursion is 9 hours long.
When does the tour start?
Pickup begins as of 08:45 am.
On which days does the tour run?
The tour operates on Saturdays and Sundays.
Are meals and drinks included?
Yes—lunch (a three‑course menu with barbecued meat and empanadas) is included, along with an open bar of water and lemonade and one glass of wine per person; fees and taxes are included.
Is the gaucho show guaranteed on every departure?
No—the gaucho show is offered only on Saturday departures; gaucho skill performances with riders are presented on Sundays.
What are the age and pricing categories?
Adults (ages 11+) and children (ages 3–10) have separate rates; infants (ages 0–1) travel free when not occupying a seat.
How does pickup and drop‑off work?
Round‑trip transfer from Buenos Aires is included for pickup; the tour ends with drop‑offs at important downtown tourist points and does not guarantee return to hotels.