Private Buenos Aires: Paris on the Plata
Saturday, May 15 – Saturday, May 22, 2010
Arranged by Classical Excursions
“Buenos Aires, just as a mistress, when you are far away it is better to love you, and to say, all life through, I’d rather die than forget you.” –Lyrics from the tango Buenos Aires
Nostalgically described as la Reina del Plata (The Queen of the River of Silver), Buenos Aires, with its humble beginnings as a 16th century Spanish outpost, has with time undergone extraordinary transformations politically (often contentious during the 20th century), economically (stability and stagnation) and architecturally (a world-renowned city of great beauty). Considered South America’s most cosmopolitan city, the sprawling Argentine capital is an irresistible blend of politics, history and culture, uniting European style with Latin passion.
The city’s portenos or port residents have an infectious love of life. You will find a richness and variety of its population, its cuisine, its architecture ranging from Spanish Colonial to an amazing wealth of Beaux Arts and Art Deco rivaling none other than Paris itself. From the grand boulevards, the imposing Belle Epoque buildings fronting Avenida de Mayo (the political center of Argentina), the opulent barrios or neighborhoods of Retiro and Recoleta, to the cobbled stoned plazas and tango clubs of old San Telmo, Buenos Aries never refrains from enticing the visitor.
This and more make up the Institute of Classical Architecture and Classical America’s Private Buenos Aires: Paris on the Rio de la Plata tour, the organization’s first travel foray to South America. You will be guests for seven nights at the very elegant boutique hotel, Casa Sur Art, located in the chic Recoleta neighborhood. The hotel owner has planned special accommodations and will host a welcoming wine tasting reception.
Selected Highlights
A private walking tour led by one of Buenos Aires’ celebrated architects, exploring the neighborhoods of Recoleta, the Micro center, San Telmo, Puerto Madero and colorful La Boca.
A tour and cocktail reception of a privately owned Recoleta penthouse apartment.
A private luncheon at the exclusive Buenos Aires Yacht Club, a renowned Art Deco building located harbor side.
Visits to several private homes, apartments and art collections within the city.
Exclusive tours of the Brazilian and French embassies, two architectural masterpieces.
A day trip by private boat to the town of Tigris with a tour of the Parana Delta system and lunch at a local island restaurant. Tigris is known for its boating clubs, regattas and the famous fruit market.
A day trip to the historic Spanish colonial town of San Antonio de Areco, the gaucho capital of Argentina. Included will be an asada or barbecue at a privately owned enstancia (gaucho ranch) and gaucho demonstration.
A seven night stay at the boutique hotel Casa Sur Art, located in the chic Recoleta neighborhood. Our stay includes a complimentary Argentine wine tasting reception.
An evening Tango performance and dinner at a local club.
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