Excursion The art of tango: performances & lesson tour at Buenos Aires

Experience an exclusive tango performance and learn how to perform this wonderful dance during this interactive, half-day tango excursion.

Buenos Aires, La Boca, Caminito, Atelier, Tango Dancing

Depart the pier for the scenic, approximately 30-minute drive to La Boca, the most colourful barrio (neighbourhood) in Buenos Aires. Much of La Boca's colour emanates from the brightly-painted houses and corrugated metal roofs of the Caminito, a popular pedestrian walk and former railroad terminus that takes its name from a popular tango. During a stop here, artists offer their pictures representing Caminito Street or typical tango scenes. A visit is also made to the Atelier, an historic house known as a conventillo (tenement block), a classic building of Buenos Aires culture. Your arrival is greeted by tango dancers who perform this sensual dance for your viewing pleasure.

San Telmo, San Telmo Market, Free Time

Next, re-board your coach and continue on to the barrio of San Telmo, an artist's quarter where bohemians find large spaces and low rents. San Telmo is the best-kept area and oldest district of Buenos Aires. Upon arrival, some free time is made available to browse the San Telmo Market. Leaving San Telmo, continue on to the La Ventana Tango House.

La Ventana Tango House, Refreshments, Tango Performance, Interactive Tango Lesson

Upon arrival, enjoy refreshments with a snack and take in a passionate tango performance. The tango ideally reflects the origins and feelings of the immigrants, as well as their nostalgic and bohemian lifestyle of the late-1800s. Afterward, you are invited to participate in a tango lesson. Learn the basic steps of this mesmerizing dance with its hypnotic moves and gestures, including the 'walk', 'rock', 'stroll' and 'chase'. At the conclusion of this unforgettable tango experience, re-board your coach and commence the approximately 30-minute drive back to the pier.

Points of interests

Points of interest seen on this excursion include: Buenos Aires, La Boca, Caminito, Atelier, Tango Dancing, San Telmo Market, Free Time, La Ventana Tango House, Tango Performance, Interactive Tango Lesson

Note

Please note: This tour involves a moderate amount of walking and standing for approximately 547 yards (about 500 metres), at times over uneven and cobblestone surfaces, with a few steps to negotiate to get on/off the coach and 20-25 steps at the sites visited; a lift is available. This tour is suitable for guests with limited mobility, but is not wheelchair-accessible. Lightweight, comfortable clothing with flat, closed-toe walking shoes and sun protection are recommended. The tour sequence may vary. Space on this tour is very limited; we suggest you book in advance to avoid disappointment.