Visa & Entry Requirements

ETA Eligible. Valid US/Schengen visa required

Budget & Daily Expenses

Estimated daily budget: $70 - $150 USD. Bring crisp USD bills to exchange at the 'Blue Dollar' rate for better value.

Curated travel report

If i were booking a flight to argentina today, how would i plan my visa process, and what would my ideal 7-day itinerary look like covering buenos aires and patagonia?

June 19, 2026

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Selected experts specialize in complex international visa documentation and crafting multi-city holiday itineraries for South America.

Budget Tier

INR 2.5-4 Lakhs

Best Time

Oct-Mar

Strategic Insights

Budget

CurrencyArgentine Peso (ARS) / USD

Daily Est.$70 - $150 USD

Bring crisp USD bills to exchange at the 'Blue Dollar' rate for better value.
Use 'SUBE' cards for affordable public transportation in Buenos Aires.
Book internal flights to Patagonia well in advance to avoid surge pricing.

Transport

Best Route

Fly into Buenos Aires (EZE) from major international hubs; use domestic flights to El Calafate for Patagonia access.

Utilize the Subte and taxis in Buenos Aires, and rent a car or use shuttle buses for Patagonia sightseeing.

Indian Insights

Advantages

Indian citizens holding valid B1/B2 US visas or Category C Schengen visas can apply for an easy Electronic Travel Authorization (AVE).
The exchange rate is currently very favorable for the Indian Rupee, making luxury stays and fine dining more affordable.
Buenos Aires offers a vibrant cultural experience with a growing community of expats and diverse international culinary options.

Caution

Safety

Blue Dollar Exchange Rate

The Mustard Scam

Visa & Entry

ETA Eligible

Valid US/Schengen visa required
Apply via online Migraciones portal

Top Match

Verified Travel Experts

Geeta Sirpaul

"Transforming Travel Experiences with Decades of Industry Leadership"

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40y Exp.

Delhi, India

Expert in visa documentation and end-to-end holiday planning.

Planit Holidays

"Seamless Travel, Thoughtfully Planned."

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15y Exp.

Delhi, India

Specializes in international packages, ticketing, and visa assistance.

Manoj Kumar Varshney

"Expert travel guidance backed by 30+ years of experience"

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34y Exp.

Delhi, India

Over 30 years experience in visas and ticketing.

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The flight duration from India is extremely long, typically exceeding 30 hours with multiple layovers.
Obtaining a traditional sticker visa if ineligible for AVE is time-consuming and requires a physical interview in New Delhi.
Vegetarian food options can be limited in remote Patagonia regions where meat-heavy diets prevail.