This is your opportunity to meet the tango's home: BUENOS AIRES, the perfect scenery which takes you to the past to revive, little by little, the tango becoming one of the most elegant and sensual dances in the world.

Departures: daily
Guide: Spanish and bilingual (English - German - Italian - French)
Meals: according to itinerary. Air Fare: not included

Day 1- Buenos Aires
Arrival and reception at Buenos Aires International Airport. You will be provided with a folder by the assistant at the airport, which includes a city map where the tango circuits are indicated, a summary of the origin of tango and a CD with its music.
Transfer to the hotel. Accommodation.
In the afternoon, enjoy the “MALEVOS CIRCUIT”. This tour is an introduction to the city and the history of Tango, recreated in the background of the most elegant neighbourhoods of Buenos Aires, such as Recoleta, one of the most sophisticated areas of the city. In the old days, several celebrations used to take place in the park opposite 'Nuestra Señora del Pilar Church' and the cemetery, where polka and other traditional waltzes were danced. You will also visit the circular building of Palais de Glace, where tango was introduced into the high society ballrooms for the first time, leaving behind the slums and the brothels. Continue to the Palermo Parks. In the XIX century “lo de Hansen” was one of the first tango places where the high class society used to hide while they learnt this dance, which was not appropiate at the time. Palermo was an area of 'malevos' (small-time hoods) and 'cuchilleros' (knife-fighters). According to opening, you will enjoy a guided visit to the Evita Museum, where you will be able to appreciate the life and work of one of the most important women in Argentine history: Eva Perón. Finally continue to Belgrano district.
In the evening, enjoy your first TANGO LESSON. The tango is knowm for its vulgar lyrics and sensuous and provocative dance, which incites a unique encounter. Later, enjoy an unforgettable tango show at a typical tanguería' to discover the unique sensualism and magnetism of tango performed by the best dancers and singers, while enjoying a delicious meal.
Return to the hotel. Overnight.

Day 2- Buenos Aires
Breakfast at the hotel. Your second approach to the history of tango will start with the 'TANGO ORIGIN CIRCUIT', guided by professional experts with tango music playing in the background. Visit San Telmo, one of the oldest and most traditional neighbourhoods in the city. This, which used to be the area for 'candombe' and 'tango', was inhabited by black people and 'compadritos'. Also visit San Telmo Foundation, a typical colonial house, Pasaje de la Defensa and Dorrego Square, which offers a flea market with interesting antiques only on Sundays. Continue to Lezama Park, visit the National Historic Museum and a brief stop at the typical "Café Británico". As an optional alternative and according to opening, visit the Zanjón de Granados, a multi-space full of history and myth which constitutes a true work of arqueology. This restored delerict mansion from the XVII century preserves the history of the different periods, all this within an austere and modern framework which develops into a work of art. Later, lunch at 'Los Inmortales' in Corrientes Avenue, which used to be frequented by Carlos Gardel, who also performed in some of its theatres. This restaurant is a real photographic museum which portrays well known local personalities. Continue the visit to La Boca neighbourhood, where tango was born, at the Riachuelo River bank, the place where Genoese immigrants settled at the end of last century, creating this picturesque Italian style neighborhood. Walking along Caminito street will bring memories of this most characteristic music that seems to be everywhere in the city. Visit a typical 'conventillo', a house in which many families used to live together. Also visit the local museum where an interesting selection of Quinquela Martin's paintings are on exhibition. Visit some of the well-known Italian canteens. As an optional alternative and according to opening, visit Tango del 900, which offers a theatrical play within a realistic setting, representing the stories, the dances and the singing in a characteristic atmosphere of a typical "conventillo". As another option enjoy a drink at one of the traditional 'confiterías' (typical coffee shop), that date back to the beginning of the XX century, known as 'Las Violetas'. Finally visit Boedo neighbourhood, reminder of the unforgettable tango: 'Sur', passing by Homero Manzi, officially declared a 'historical building' which portrays the very true Argentine tango spirit. Enjoy another sensual TANGO LESSON led by proffesionals. Enjoy a dinner show, and later , as an option, you will be able to dance at a typical 'tanguería'.
Return to the hotel. Overnight.

Day 3 – Buenos Aires
Breakfast at the hotel. Enjoy a Gaucho Party at a traditional 'estancia' (Pampean ranch) and do not miss the opportunity of tasting a delicious 'asado' (typical barbecue). As you finish your lunch enjoy a show with folk music and typical dances. Later enjoy the ring races in which gauchos show their skills as horsemen. As an optional alternative enjoy a dinner show at "El Viejo Almacén", a colonial style 'temple of tango', where the greatest artists perform an exceptional traditional show.
Return to the hotel. Overnight.

Day 4 – Buenos Aires
Breakfast at the hotel. The goal today is to approach Carlos Gardel's history, as he was the greatest tango singer in the world. 'CARLOS GARDEL CIRCUIT': visit Plaza de Mayo and continue along Avenida de Mayo, with its typical Spanish cafés and theaters, stopping at Café Tortoni, place where the artists and poets used to meet in the old days. Later visit the 'Abasto' neighbourhood, a district most frequented by Carlos Gardel, where you will be able to see a monument built in his honour some years ago, just at the door of the old 'Chanta Cuatro', now known as Casa de Carlos Gardel, which was, at that time, a restaurant and hostel where he used to meet his friends. Nowadays it offers an excellent alternative in thematic tango restaurants. Continue to the Chacarita Cemetery to see another Carlos Gardel Monument. Return along the famous Corrientes Avenue, the street that never sleeps, and feel amazed by its spectacular theaters, cinemas, cafés, bars and restaurants.
In the afternoon, join some more TANGO LESSONS. Later in the evening, enjoy a great 'bife de chorizo' (steak) at a typical steakhouse.
End your visit of Buenos Aires by enjoying the 'MILONGUERO CIRCUIT': visit the most popular ''milongas' in Buenos Aires, such as El Beso, La Viruta or La Ideal, guided by your tango teacher. This is the perfect opportunity to show what you have learnt. Return to the hotel.

Day 5- Buenos Aires
Breakfast at the hotel. Transfer to the Airport.