Cordoba and Central Sierra Holidays

Who is Cordoba and the Central Sierra best for?

A short flight west of Buenos Aires, Cordoba is a horse riding holiday heaven; with rolling hills and excellent estancias. Cordoba can also be reached via direct flight from the Chilean capital Santiago.

Need to know about Córdoba and Central Sierra

Most Córdoba and Central Sierra holidays begin with a night or two in Argentina’s rhythmic capital, Buenos Aires. After ticking off the city’s must-see sights, the flight to Córdoba takes around an hour and a half. Argentina's second city is the ideal antidote to the dazzle of the capital and it’s slowly gaining traction amongst travellers yearning to get off the tourist trail. While it’s by no means crowd-free, Córdoba still has something of an understated vibe about it – it attracts plenty of domestic tourists, but international visitors come in far smaller numbers.

What can you find in Cordoba and Central Sierra that you won't find anywhere else?

Fascinating colonial history and architecture are a huge draw to the province; the city is home to the Jesuit Block of Córdoba, a UNESCO World Heritage site< that contains, among other 17th century treasures, one of South America’s earliest universities. The beautiful Cathedral of Córdoba is another crowning glory – overlooking the bustling Plaza San Martin, it’s Argentina’s oldest church in continuous service. Pick one of the many cafes that line the square and enjoy a coffee as the last of the sun’s rays disappear behind the cathedral’s spires. Córdoba is something of an arts and culture magnet, with an impressive collection of museums, galleries and theatres – for total cultural immersion, roam the Evita Fine Arts Museum by day and catch an opera at the ornate Teatro del Libertador General San Martín by night. Despite its historical prowess, Córdoba is also a university city with a youthful buzz and thriving nightlife scene; the trendy Nueva Cordoba neighbourhood is lined with packed restaurants, bars and clubs that vibrate with music and chatter. Oh, and did we mention the inescapable nature that infuses the region? Surrounded by the magnificent rolling hills of the Sierra Morena, the lakes, rivers, mountain villages and gentle peaks that make up the countryside are an excellent setting for action sports, hiking and horse riding. For a heady mix of culture, modernity and mother nature, Córdoba and Central Sierra holidays are a rare find.

Special things to do in Cordoba and Central Sierra

Join a gaucho on a horse ride

The undulating hills and excellent estancias of Cordoba and Central Sierra have been the territory of gauchos for centuries. Join the nomadic horsemen on a trail ride – the landscape is a joy to explore and you can take things as fast or slow as you like. Spot birds and wildflowers and learn about life on a ranch.

Watch a Tango show

See performers dance the Argentine Tango inside a bustling milonga, or tango club, and it’s hard not to be blown away by the passion and skill that emanates from their every pore. If you fancy a slice of the action, join a tango masterclass with a professional for a holiday memory guaranteed to last.