Buenos Aires by Bike
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Trip Valid:1 Mar 2010 to 31 Dec 2010
Also runs from:1 Jan 2011 to 31 Dec 2011
Duration:4-5 hours
Pickup location:
Vamos Spanish Academy, 1736 Coronel Díaz, Palermo
Pickup time:2.00 PM
Drop-off location:
Vamos Spanish Academy, 1736 Coronel Díaz, Palermo
Drop-off time:6.00 PM-7.00 PM
Highlights:
Explore Buenos Aires by bike, See the city’s iconic sights, Discover local neighbourhoods, Glimpse the Porteños daily life, Pay respects to Evita at Recoleta Cemetery, Cycle through Palermo’s parks
Trip Code:ARUA
Group size:Minimum 1, Maximum 12
Price:USD 35.00
Style:Biking, Local Life & Culture, Sightseeing
A gently paced cycle ride that takes you past the iconic sites and local hot spots of Buenos Aires’ Palermo neighbourhood. Away from the bustling city streets, visit a range of sights including the Recoleta Cemetery, the Rose Garden and the trendy Plaza Serrano.
Itinerary
The bike trip begins at the Vamos Spanish office. There is plenty of space in our driveway and garage to try out bikes and re-adjust if necessary. Your expert local guide will give you a safety briefing before you head out onto the streets of Buenos Aires.
We cruise to the beginning of the city’s new bicycle friendly paths at Plaza Italia. Heading past the zoo we stop at several of the statues and monuments that are scattered within the Palermo parks. Continue along the paths to the Recoleta Cemetery, the final resting place of Evita Peron. Travellers are given time to wander through the cemetery and given a briefing on Evita’s role in recent Argentine history.
Back on the bikes cross the bridge past the stylish Law Faculty of the University Buenos Aires towards Floris Genérica, the large metal solar powered flower sculpture that is becoming a new icon of Buenos Aires.
Retrace your ‘wheels’ back to the parks of Palermo, a green haven within the city limits and join the locals as they walk, jog, pedal or skate around the lakes. Turn into Barrio Chino. Although one of the worlds smallest Chinatowns in the world, covering just a few small streets, the barrio is full of unique characters.
The final section of this unique Buenos Aires city tour is through the trendy backstreets of Palermo, where boutique clothing stores, up and coming art studios and new coffee shops line the cobblestone streets. Stop at Plaza Serrano for a break, a drink and the classic past time, people watching.
From Plaza Serrano it is a short cycle back to the Vamos Spanish Academy office where the Buenos Aires sightseeing tour ends.
Inclusion
English speaking guide, bicycle, safety gear, water.
Exclusion
Any additional drinks and food, tips or gratuities for your local guide.
Voucher Exchange details
Please present your voucher to the local guide at the beginning of the trip.
Confirmation of booking
Please contact the local supplier to confirm your trip 24 hours prior to departure.
Dress Standard
Due to local weather conditions it is important to make sure to be well equipped against rain and sunshine (perhaps both on the same day). Appropriate footwear for cycling should be worn.
Tipping
If you are happy with the services provided by your local guides, a tip - though not compulsory - is appropriate. While it may not be customary to you, it is of great significance to the people who will take care of you during your experience, inspires excellent service, and is an entrenched feature of the tourism industry across many Intrepid Urban Adventures destinations. Please consider this when budgeting for your extra expenses on this trip
Child policy
Travellers must be 12 years or older.
Language
English- Cancellations made more than 2 days prior to travel receive a full refund
- Cancellations made 2 days or less prior to travel attract a 100% cancellation fee.
Buenos Aires Urban Adventures is managed by the team at Vamos Adventure Travel. We are comprised of a group of born and bred Porteños (Buenos Aires locals) and, a duo of gringos with a professional tourism background. By combining our wealth of local knowledge and tourism experience we deliver quality, customer focused tours that provide our travellers with unique insights to our home city, Buenos Aires.
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