Family Stay Experience®
Spanish Language Immersion
Guided Cultural Exploration

Explore Buenos Aires Through Language, Culture & Daily Life

Explore Buenos Aires Through Language, Culture & Daily Life
Experience one of our most immersive travel packages to Argentina, designed specifically for student groups seeking meaningful cultural connection and real-world language practice. Argentina en mi Corazón introduces students to the vibrant energy of Buenos Aires before transitioning to the welcoming rhythms of daily life in Córdoba through our signature Family Stay Experience®.

This Spanish immersion in Argentina brings together guided sightseeing, classroom learning, and authentic interaction with local communities. Students attend Spanish classes, live with host families, and explore historic neighborhoods, cultural landmarks, and regional traditions alongside expert local guides who are native Spanish speakers.

As a long-standing non-profit organization, Xperitas provides personalized support from planning through return. This Spanish immersion program in Argentina prioritizes small group experiences, cultural confidence-building, and meaningful engagement. We help students not just visit Argentina, but truly experience it.

Why Choose This Experience

Live with local host families during the Xperitas Family Stay Experience®
Attend Spanish language classes and practice daily with native speakers
Get to know Buenos Aires through guided walking and panoramic bus tours
Experience Argentine traditions including tango, asado, and ranch life
Visit historic cities, cultural landmarks, and local schools
Enjoy full support from dedicated Xperitas staff and in-country experts

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Program Details

Price

  • $3,739 per student PLUS cost of international flights*
  • For every six students the cost of one leader is included in the price
  • For every enrolled student on your program, there is a $50 leader stipend to help leaders offset expenses while abroad
  • Students can save $200 with Our Early Bird Discount!

*Travelers do not need to arrange their own air. Air travel is included in the program, but the cost will be added once the group air contract is confirmed. Price is valid for 2027 departures.


Duration

12 days


Included

  • Round-trip airfare (plus airline fuel surcharges at time of booking)
  • In-country transportation (train, coach bus, and public transportation)
  • All overnight accommodations
  • Insurance for accidents or illness and trip cancellation coverage due to medical reasons only
  • International phone allowance ($10/day for one leader while in country)
  • 24/7 Xperitas emergency support during travel
  • Local Spanish-speaking guide during tour portion of itinerary
  • Xperitas Family Stay with all meals included
  • Local Family Stay Coordinator on call
  • Meals as indicated on the itinerary
  • Tipping allowance of $60 per student

Not Included

  • Airline baggage fees
  • Variance in air cost due to changes in group contract after booking
  • Costs incurred due to late or missed flights
  • Passport, visa, or document fees
  • Transportation to/from departure city
  • Meals not indicated on itinerary
  • Spending money and gifts
  • Advanced seating assignment fees
  • Small-group supplement (if fewer than 10 participants)
  • Tips for guide(s) and/or bus driver(s)

Activities

What’s Part of the Program?

  • Walking tour of Buenos Aires
  • El Teatro Colón
  • El Cabildo (closed Mondays)
  • Panoramic bus tour of Buenos Aires
  • Tigre boat excursion
  • Puerto de Frutos market
  • Tango show
  • Ranch visit
  • Horse show
  • Traditional asado barbecue and dance performance
  • Buenos Aires Ecological Reserve
  • Museum Ship Fragata Sarmiento
  • 3 Spanish classes
  • Panoramic bus tour of Córdoba
  • Walking city tour of Córdoba
  • El Museo de la Memoria
  • El Palacio Ferreyra
  • Alta Gracia
  • La Estancia Jesuítica
  • Lago Tajamar visit
  • Local school visit

About Your Guide

Programs are led by experienced, local guides with deep cultural knowledge. The role of guides is as follows:

  • Supports the group getting to and from activities and sites
  • Manages logistics (transportation, schedule, tickets)
  • Serves as the primary on‑the‑ground support and problem‑solver
  • Provides cultural context when applicable
  • Supported by local guides at specific sites

What You’ll See & Do

Day 1 | Depart
En route to Buenos Aires.
Meals Included: None


Day 2 | Buenos Aires
Arrive in Buenos Aires and transfer to your hotel. Begin your adventures with a walking tour of the bustling city of Buenos Aires. While touring the city you’ll see el Teatro Colón, el Obelisco, la Avenida 9 de Julio, la Plaza de Mayo, la Casa Rosada, la Catedral, el Cabildo*, and la Florida.
*Closed on Mondays
Meals Included: None


Day 3 | Buenos Aires
Explore the city on a bus panorámico and enjoy sights such as La Bombonera soccer stadium, La Boca neighborhood, and Bosques de Palermo.
Meals Included: Breakfast


Day 4 | Buenos Aires
Take a bus to Tigre and enjoy a boat excursion and the Puerto de Frutos market. Return to Buenos Aires for a tango show.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner


Day 5 | Buenos Aires
Visit the Argentinian ranch La Florita and enjoy a horse show, traditional asado barbecue, and traditional dance performance.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch


Day 6 | En Route to Córdoba
Visit the San Telmo neighborhood, Puerto Madero, la Reserva Ecológica, and the museum ship Fragata Sarmiento. Then take an overnight bus from Buenos Aires to Córdoba.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner


Day 7 | Family Stay
Immerse yourself in Argentinian culture by experiencing everyday life with your host family. Practice your language skills and build lasting connections.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner


Day 8 | Family Stay
Attend a Spanish class, followed by a bus panorámico city tour. Enjoy a walking tour featuring la Catedral, el Cabildo, el Museo de la Memoria, la Peatonal, and el Palacio Ferreyra.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner


Day 9 | Family Stay
After Spanish class, visit Alta Gracia and la Estancia Jesuítica. Enjoy a picnic at Lago Tajamar.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner


Day 10 | Family Stay
Enjoy your final Spanish class, visit a local school, and spend one last evening with your host family.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner


Day 11 | En Route
Transfer to the Córdoba airport for your return flight to Buenos Aires, connecting onward to the United States.
Meals Included: Breakfast


Day 12 | Return
Arrive in the United States with a lifetime of memories.
Meals Included: None

Important Details

Prices are based on a minimum group size of 10 students. If the minimum is not met and your group cannot be combined, a small-group supplement will apply. Final pricing is determined by confirmed dates, air arrangements, family stay communities, program components, group size, and number of leaders at final billing.

Prices are subject to change due to fluctuations in fuel prices, exchange rates, and airfare costs beyond the control of Xperitas.

The order of itinerary items may change due to unforeseen circumstances prior to or during the program.

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