SMALL GROUP TOURTrip Highlights
- 5-star accommodation for 11 nights including 4 in Patagonia
- Chapelco G&CC, the #1 course in Argentina
- Tango show and dance lesson
- Optional Iguazu Falls pre-tour extension
Itinerary
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Mon, Feb 16Arrive Buenos Aires, Argentina
Morning arrival Buenos Aires (latest recommended arrival 9:00am). Met on arrival and private transfer to the Mio Buenos Aires. The hotel provides our guests arriving on overnight flights with a late morning check in guarantee, allowing a chance to properly rest.
Buenos Aires is a charming city with a strong influence from many of the main European cities. Beautiful walks, avenues, parks, monumental buildings, cafes, museums and churches gathered in 26 districts, each with its own distinct personality, gives it a truly cosmopolitan air. The northern quarter resembles the most elegant areas of Paris; May Avenue and it's innumerable cafes houses revives the flavor of Madrid's Gran Via; the shady Belgrano streets recall the distinguished Londoners suburb; Naples seems to be present in the noisy and colored La Boca quarter.
This evening Welcome Cocktails & Dinner at the renowned Fervor, one of the most respected parrillas (steakhouse) in the city.
Mio Buenos Aires - Deluxe Room
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Tues, Feb 17Buenos Aires Buenos Aires Golf Club
Buenos Aires Golf Club was designed by renowned architect Robert Van Hagge and built in 1994. It is ranked 79th of the "Best Outside US" and top 2 in Argentina, and guarantees a great golf experience. Water hazards abound. The club hosted the 2000 World Golf Championship won by David Duval and Tiger Woods by three strokes over the home Argentine team of Ángel Cabrera and Eduardo Romero.
Visit the Tigre Area on excursion by both land and boat. Situated 20 miles north from Buenos Aires, Tigre is the departing point to explore the Delta of the Paraná River, a very picturesque and charming place in Argentina. Puerto de Frutos is one of the most attractive places to visit in Tigre City. Here you will find an outdoor Fruit & Craft Market where visitors can buy local produce such as jellies, liquors and preserves and crafts made of wicker, cane and wood. Early afternoon return to hotel.
Mio Buenos Aires - Deluxe Room
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Wed, Feb 18Buenos Aires
This morning all guests will be treated to a Buenos Aires city tour, to give a better understanding of this fabulously diverse city. An early afternoon return to the hotel allows guests to rest or take a light late lunch at one of the numerous nearby restaurants.
In the evening all guests will enjoy a Tango Show with dinner at Gala Tango including a 30 minute tango lesson pre dinner. This dance is synonymous with Argentina. Its sensuality has traveled the world in the voices of famous singers. From its origin in the marginal neighborhood of La Boca at the beginning of the twentieth century, Tango has come a long way and today is danced in the finest dancehalls in Buenos Aires and the world.
Mio Buenos Aires - Deluxe Room
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Thurs, Feb 19Depart Buenos Aires
Mid morning we depart Buenos Aires for our flight to Bariloche.
Patagonia straddles the Andean mountain range in the southernmost reaches of South America and incorporates both Chile and Argentina. It is a stunningly beautiful area with some of the world's most dramatic scenery. Check in at the 5-star Llao Llao Hotel & Resort, a member of Leading Hotels of the World.
Llao Llao Hotel & Resort - Lake View Room
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Fri, Feb 20Bariloche Arelauquen Golf Club
The best club in Patagonia is found just 15 minutes from town at Arelauquen Golf Club. It's a 6,693 yard parkland layout on the northwestern shore of Lake Gutiérrez surrounded by the lake, the Andes and thick forests in every direction.
Non-golfing guests visit Campanario Hill where we observe the immensity of Nahuel Huapi and Perito Moreno lakes. From the base, you will take the cablecar to reach the top for the best views of the National Park.
Llao Llao Hotel & Resort - Lake View Room
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Sat, Feb 21Bariloche
Today all guests will enjoy a half day tour to Isla Victoria in the Nahuel Huapi National Park. The tour begins at Puerto Pañuelo, on the shores of the picturesque Llao Llao Peninsula, where we board our catamarán for the 30 minute cruise to the northernmost branch of the lake. Isla Victoria has varied foliage, including the arctic beech, and some easy hiking trails, and if you spend time wandering, you can find some solitary beaches on which to sit and contemplate the lake. There are cave paintings on the island that mark a distant paste when the island was inhabited by Indians. In the Mapuche language for "Nahuel Huapi", nahuel means "jaguar" and huapi means "island".
Remainder of day at leisure.
Llao Llao Hotel & Resort - Lake View Room
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Sun, Feb 22Bariloche Llao Llao Golf Club
Llao Llao Golf Club with a superb location, surrounded by deep-blue lakes, snow-covered mountains and natural forests, the golf course belongs to the Llao Llao Hotel & Resort. It has asymmetric fairways, imposing green and bunkers perfectly integrated to the environment. The layout sits tight to the Nahuel Huapi Lake and its dramatic 18th hole is one of two holes in Argentina which are rated amongst the best 500 in the world.
Non-golfing guests have an opportunity to relax and enjoy all that Llao Llao resort has to offer.
Llao Llao Hotel & Resort - Lake View Room
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Mon, Feb 23San Martin de los Andes
Today we make the highly scenic drive along the "Camino de los 7 Lagos" (Seven Lakes Route), one of the most famous circuits in Argentinian Patagonia. It is a 60 mile route, that links the towns of San Martín de los Andes and Villa La Angostura, both in the Neuquén province, covering the south sector of Lanín National Park and the north of Nahuel Huapi National Park. The route passes by lakes Lácar, Hermoso, Falkner, Villarino, Traful, Correntoso, Espejo and Nahuel Huapi, as well as by other minor lakes. Together with the lakes the other big attraction of the route is that it goes through the beautiful Andean-Patagonian forest, dominated by native species like the different Nothofagus (Roble Beech, Antarctic Beech, Chilean southern Beech and South American Beech) and others like the Cordilleran Cypress and the Radal.
At noon arrive at our lakeside restaurant on the shores of the Nahuel Huapi Lake offering unforgettable views and outstanding dining.
After lunch we continue our scenic journey to San Martin de Los Andes, located on the shores of Lake Lácar, the city is located in a natural basin, protecting it from the wind. Its geographical location is of singular beauty, almost hidden in a sumptuous amphitheater in the mountains that preserves the fertility of its lake and forest. Afternoon at leisure to explore the town.
Loi Suites Chapelco Hotel - Golf View Room
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Tues, Feb 24San Martin de los Andes Chapelco Golf Club
Chapelco Golf Club is currently ranked #4 in Argentina and is the first Jack Nicklaus and Jack Nicklaus II co-designed golf course in South America. One of the Nicklaus' design philosophies is to avoid disrupting the natural setting as much as possible. They believe it is very important to preserve the natural features of the land and not go against what Mother Nature has created, thereby letting the surroundings shape the golf holes to fit the existing terrain.
Non-golfing guests enjoy a half-day tour to the Hua-Hum River And Lacar Balconies. The route zigzags through the forest with views of the mountain range and Lacar Lake. We also stop along the beaches of the Hua Hum River and the Yuco Peninsula which is located in the heart of the National Park Lanín.
Early this evening the group will transfer to the nearby town for dinner at a local Patagonian restaurant.
Loi Suites Chapelco Hotel - Golf View Room
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Wed, Feb 25San Martin de los Andes El Desafio Golf Course
This morning play the stunning El Desafio Golf Course, a fabulous Greg Norman design, although only currently comprising 9 holes, and only available to play via private arrangement. You will not be disappointed!
After golf the group will enjoy lunch at El Desafio’s delightful mountain clubhouse, with its spectacular views of the surrounding area.
Non-golfing guests visit Quila Quina and the Mapuche Community. The town has different settlements which belong to the Mapuche Curruhinca Community, It also enjoys an impressive natural setting in front of the granite Cerro Abanico.
Loi Suites Chapelco Hotel - Golf View Room
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Thurs, Feb 26San Martin de los Andes Chapelco Golf Club
Golfers will relish an opportunity to play our second round at the dramatic Chapelco Golf Club … with a chance to correct any mistakes of the first round!
In the evening we join together for our Farewell Dinner.
Loi Suites Chapelco Hotel - Golf View Room
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Fri, Feb 27Depart San Martin de los Andes, Argentina
We make the short transfer to San Martin Airport for the nonstop flight back to Buenos Aires. Guests making evening homeward departures (earliest recommended departure 7:00PM) will be transferred to Buenos Aires International Airport. Our tour concludes with great memories and friendships made!
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Optional Pre-Tour Extension - Iguazú Falls | February 14 - 16
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Sat, Feb 14Arrive Misiones, Argentina
Morning arrival Buenos Aires. Met on arrival and transferred to Buenos Aires domestic airport for short flight north directly into Iguazu where you will again be met and transferred to the 5-star Grand Iguazu Hotel.
Remainder of the day to relax.
Grand Iguazú Hotel - Standard room.
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Sun, Feb 15Misiones
Enjoy a full day private tour to the Argentine side of the Iguazú Falls and Grand Aventura Boat Ride. Located on Iguazú river, which represents the border between Argentina and Brazil, this natural wonder is made up of about 160 to 270 falls, depending on the volume of water the river carries. They are higher and every bit as beautiful as Niagara Falls in the United States and Victoria Falls in Africa. Visitors can also see the waterfalls from below. The track leads among begonias, orchids, ferns and palms where one can see toucans, parrots, swifts and myriad of butterflies of all colors.
During the excursions participants will board special boats that will take them, at high speed, to enjoy one of the most unforgettable experience in the region: the direct and wet contact with the mighty Iguazú Falls!
Please note any guests with back or joint or particular mobility issues may not be permitted on Grand Aventura Boat Ride, and any such decision will be at the discretion of the park authorities.
Return to the hotel with remainder of the day at leisure.
Grand Iguazú Hotel - Standard room.
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Mon, Feb 16Depart Misiones
Morning transfer to Iguazú Airport for return flight to Buenos Aires, where you will be met and transferred to the Mio Buenos Aires to meet your fellow participants for The Best of Argentina ~ Patagonia and Buenos Aires Escorted 2026.
Please note: All courses are played with golf carts.
Golf Courses
Buenos Aires Golf Club
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Arelauquen Golf Club
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Llao Llao
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Chapelco
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El Desafio
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Mio Buenos Aires, Argentina
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Llao Llao Hotel & Resort, Argentina
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Loi Suites Chapelco Hotel, Argentina
More informationGround Transportation
Your local ground transportation will be provided throughout by comfortable air conditioned motorcoaches ensuring a relaxing travel environment. Your PerryGolf Host will accompany you throughout the tour and be present at all social functions, taking care of the finer details. This way you can relax with complete confidence that the logistics of your vacation are in expert hands. Your PerryGolf Host will be accompanied by a local English speaking guide as appropriate to the schedule.
Non Golfers will typically have organized touring options on golf days and dependent on the final numbers, an additional driver/guide may be added as required.
Inclusions
- Thoughtfully selected accommodations in specified room category (as listed in Itinerary) based on double occupancy
- Full breakfast daily, light lunch on all golf days and other meals where indicated on Day-by-Day Itinerary
- Select beer, wine, spirits and soft drinks with included dinners/lunches
- Green fees and starting times for each round as indicated and shared use of golf cart and/or caddies where available (refer to Itinerary for cart & caddie availability by course)
- Transportation, handling and management of golf equipment
- All privately guided sightseeing tours and admission charges with local English-speaking guides where indicated on Day-by-Day Itinerary
- Full-time PerryGolf tour host
- All airport transfers and ground transportation
- All local taxes, service charges and gratuities on included items
Important Information
- Golf Handicap Limit: Our golf tours and cruises visit courses with varying challenges, requiring players to meet a certain standard. To ensure an enjoyable experience among like-minded golfers, we set maximum handicaps of 28 for men and 36 for women.
- Golf Courses: Course lineup may be subject to change if a club hosts a conflicting event or for other reasons. In such cases, PerryGolf will endeavor to arrange a comparable course and notify guests promptly.
Not Included
- Airfare to/from destination
- Travel protection
Pricing
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PRE-TOUR EXTENSION: Iguazú Falls 2 nights
$1,995 / Golfer
$1,995 / Non-Golfer
$595 / Single Room Supplement
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FAQs
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What is PerryGolf’s Small Group Tour background?
We have operated small group tours since 1984, principally for small groups of friends on a customized basis. The small group tours we now offer are slightly different in that individuals who do not know each other can sign up for the trip and be part of a larger group. The service and delivery principle are the same however. We strive to excel and deliver memorable golf and travel experiences as we have done for thousands of clients since 1984.
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Tell me more about Small Group Tour experience.
If you enjoy combining your love of golf with a passion for travel, you’ll find a relaxing and highly rewarding experience on this Small Group Tour for a party of 24 - 30. Every aspect is fully managed from the handling of your luggage and equipment to hotel and golf course check ins. Various meals, guided sightseeing, carts / caddies, local taxes, service charges and gratuities (excluding caddies) are included in addition to sandwiches, snacks plus an open bar for beer and wine during our time at each of the golf courses. Best of all, this PerryGolf vacation promises an ideal opportunity to join a group of fun, like-minded new friends.
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Where do the Small Group Tours operate?
Our portfolio of Small Group Tours is assembled on an annual basis. Most will feature countries we offer for Custom Tours including Scotland, Spain, Italy, France, New Zealand, Australia and South Africa but we also enjoy taking the opportunity to visit exceptional golf and lifestyle destinations people don’t always think of such as South American and Southeast Asia. Check Small Group Tours for our current portfolio.
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Should I take out travel insurance?
PerryGolf strongly recommends that you have luggage, accident and trip cancellation insurance. It is important for your own self-interest and protection that you make certain you have adequate coverage. Full details of the Travel Insurance that PerryGolf can make available to you is available here.
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What format do the Small Group Tours follow?
Our Small Group Tours are a fully managed all-inclusive experience, delivered in a way that ensures exceptional guest satisfaction. All arrangements and logistics are managed in advance and onsite by PerryGolf. Beyond golf, guests are free to explore on their own arrangements. The ethos of the escorted tour program is to create a turnkey environment for travelers to relax and enjoy every aspect of the tour, without concerning themselves with the details. The program creates a stress-free environment, allowing guests to relax and enjoy their chosen destination and the opportunity of playing some of the world’s finest and most memorable golfing venues…to do so in the company of existing or likeminded new-found friends.
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What is included in the price of the Escorted Tour?
Our Small Group Tours are as all-inclusive as it is possible to be while providing each traveler the flexibility to create their own experiences. All accommodations, breakfasts, welcome & farewell cocktails & dinner, (often multiple dinner), all transportation and gratuities are included. At the golf courses, all greens fees, cart fees (or caddies at certain venues – excludes caddie gratuity), range balls, lunches, open bar at respective clubhouses and gratuities are included.
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What is a typical Small Group Tour group size?
The typical group size is approximately 24 golfers, with on average a further 10 non-golfing spouses. Some guests join our Small Group Tours as relatively self-contained groups, e.g. 2 or 4 couples who know each other, and they will have their own golfing partners already arranged. Other guests travel as individual couples or single travelers and are seeking to meet and play golf with other guests. We will arrange golf pairings for these guests and through this a great many friendship are born. Non-golfing spouses are also perfectly catered for with a range of sightseeing opportunities available.
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What is a typical golf day?
Transfers from your hotel to golf courses are coordinated ample time to arrive, hit balls and have lunch (if time appropriate). Similarly, after golf, there is time scheduled for drinks before returning to your hotel. Additional activities are scheduled on escorted trips and clearly listed on each day’s schedule.
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Tell me more about Small Group Tour experience.
If you enjoy combining your love of golf with a passion for travel, you’ll find a relaxing and highly rewarding experience on this Small Group Tour for a party of 24 - 30. Every aspect is fully managed from the handling of your luggage and equipment to hotel and golf course check ins. Various meals, guided sightseeing, carts / caddies, local taxes, service charges and gratuities (excluding caddies) are included in addition to sandwiches, snacks plus an open bar for beer and wine during our time at each of the golf courses. Best of all, this PerryGolf vacation promises an ideal opportunity to join a group of fun, like-minded new friends.
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Are internal flights included?
Yes. When a tour requires an internal flight in the middle of an Escorted Tour, PerryGolf will include the cost of an economy ticket in the package cost (excluding Small Group Tours to South Africa). We will also include your carriage of golf equipment where relevant and a suitable luggage allowance. Guests are responsible for their own arrival/departure international flight arrangements which our Air Services staff can assist you with at 800.344.5257 or Air@PerryGolf.com.
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What is the expected dress code?
Depending on the destination, smart golfing attire is expected, bermuda shorts and collared shirts never go out of style. Shorts are welcome and typical on the golf course. Indeed, dress codes as would apply in North America apply on golf courses around the world. In the evening shorts or long pants are acceptable with golf/casual shirt. There is no requirement at any stage for a coat and/or tie.
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Are gratuities included?
All local taxes plus service charges and gratuities are included for all included items such as guides, baggage handling, golf service personnel etc. The only gratuity which is not included is the gratuity to your caddie. This is because we consider it to be a more one to one personal matter which is as much about personal recognition as it is about the actual remuneration. A gratuity of $15-$20 per caddie per round is appropriate.
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How much free time will we have?
For guests who are golfing and sightseeing, it is a fairly full schedule, with the majority of guests wishing to see and do as much as they can in what may be a once in a lifetime trip. We do however build in some “downtime” to allow guests to simply relax and enjoy the outstanding facilities at our various hotels.
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What level of fitness & mobility is required?
Aspects of PerryGolf trips may require a certain level of fitness and mobility in order for a guest to participate fully. Activities may include walking over uneven or rough surfaces, stepping on/off buses, walking up/down stairways where elevators do not exist, stepping in/out of tender boats or occasionally smaller boats, this list is intended as representative but is not exhaustive. If a guest has any concerns over their fitness or mobility levels they should discuss this in advance of any trip with a PerryGolf golf travel specialist and they will provide further information with regard to the activities that you are concerned about, but in general, PerryGolf activities are not designed or intended to be overly strenuous.
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If I am not golfing, are there additional sightseeing activities on “golf” days?
On most of days when golf is scheduled, there will be additional sightseeing / touring activities for the non-golfing guests. See the schedule for details.
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Can I ship my golf clubs ahead of me to my destination?
Yes you can send your golf clubs, and indeed any luggage in advance to your destination to avoid checked baggage hassles. For more information click here.
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Can PerryGolf assist with my air travel arrangements?
PerryGolf can provide comprehensive assistance with your air travel arrangements for your PerryGolf trip. We enjoy attractive premium cabin fares with our Preferred Carriers who serve our destinations. These fares are bundled with our land arrangements. For more information click here.
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What are the key services PerryGolf provides?
PerryGolf is luxury golf tour operator with a unique portfolio of worldwide travel experience and is uniquely qualified to arrange every aspect of a luxurious, international golf vacation. Learn more here.
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Are there testimonials from past travelers?
We have lots of testimonials from our gracious clients - too many to show them all. But you can view some here.
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Are there more photos from past trips?
You can view photo albums from various destinations from some of our past trips here.
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Can I get laundry done on the tour?
Generally, yes, as most hotel stays are at least three days. Please confirm with your Golf Travel Expert to plan accordingly.
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Do you have any booking tips?
Simply we encourage guests to book as far in advance as possible as soon as program launches …. to ensure your spot. Often programs can sell out quite quickly as they are limited in the number of participants.
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Who should I contact for further assistance or to book a PerryGolf Escorted Tour?
Enquiries should be directed to our dedicated team of Golf Travel Experts at Expert@PerryGolf.com or 800.344.5257 option 3. Our experts are all golfers who understand the needs of golfers. They know the venues and all the details of the programs. They are ideally placed to provide the best assistance and guidance.
