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"Everything ran smoothly and freed us up to really enjoy the beautiful experiences instead of having to worry about the little details."
"Every detail was taken care of so all we had to do was relax and enjoy ourselves."
"The meticulous attention to detail and personal service was unsurpassed.
Our trip was one of the best vacations we have taken, and absolutely stress-free thanks to Fred and Exploration Journeys!"
"When I was rushed to the hospital in Buenos Aires for appendicitis, Fred went above and beyond. He came to the hospital frequently during my stay, providing essential Spanish-English translation between the doctors, nurses, and us."
"Fred of Exploration Journeys must have his phone superglued to his hand because whenever we had a request he almost immediately responded-regardless of the time and day."
"Most impressive, however, was the reaction of Fred when we could have been stranded at one of our sites because of an airline strike. He immediately responded with effective action in finding flights for continuing our journey. It is not an overstatement that he saved the latter part of our vacation!"
"When one of our bags did not arrive in Iguazu, Fred was able to trace it immediately and arranged delivery to our hotel within a few hours."
"Thank you Fred for your outstanding service and personal approach especially arranging a wheelchair for my husband when he fell down in Iguassu. We did not miss a single spot in Iguassu to enjoy!"
"Fred, as our host for the trip, did more than I ever expected, especially with having to deal with multiple airline cancellations that required him to work alternative arrangements and reschedule hotels and tours. He was always available and working to get us back on track."
"This was an unparalleled experience which we consider the best trip of our life, particularly for the superb selection of hotels, tour guides, activities and the extensive hand‑holding and support we had throughout our trip."
"The guides were experts and the personal service made this trip a dream. Everything went smoothly and our trip was worry-free."
"The local guides were not typical at all; with each one it was like spending a day with a local friend."
"Our guides were exceptional and, in fact, some of the best guides we have ever had in our international travels."
"The tour guides Fred hired for our tours were absolutely outstanding and their personal attention to our preferences was second to none."
"Each of the tour guides were not only exceptionally knowledgeable, they shared such insight about the culture and lifestyle."
"I have traveled extensively for business and pleasure but found Fred to be the best at travel planning and suggestions. His service was flawless and our family adored every one of our tour guides and drivers."
"Exploration Journeys made this a truly worry-free trip! They work to have the best guides you will ever find! They were highly knowledgeable, personable, and attentive, beyond what we have experienced with all our other travels."
"This was such an amazing trip that I would be delighted to be a reference and contact for future guests."
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"I have been to over 40 countries and I have to say that this is the best private tour company I have ever used!"
"Fred and his team were beyond amazing! They anticipated our every possible need and helped us plan the trip of a lifetime."
"The single best vacation experience I have EVER had! It literally was worry free!! Fred answered all questions in the most timely manner!!"
"This trip was by far the best trip we have ever taken. The itinerary was made perfectly for us and our tour guides were the cream of the crop."
"Wow, just the best of the best. Incredible communications." ... "It was like having our personal travel folks in the room next to us."
"A truly unique, first class and worry free experience! A friend who has traveled the world had told me that Argentina and her experience with Exploration Journeys had been her best travel experience ever, and she was absolutely right! "
"Their attention to detail was phenomenal. Really great with communication and helping us to build a vacation that we will never forget!"
"I recommend Exploration Journeys 200%. Extremely pleased with each and every service they provided."
"Absolutely spectacular trip to Argentina meticulously planned and delivered by the Exploration Journeys team and partners."
"I can't say enough great things about Fred and the team at Exploration Journeys! They created a fabulous itinerary for us and made our experience completely worry-free."
"Exploration Journeys (and Fred) is the best travel agent I've worked with! They were responsive during the planning stage, and remained so once we were on the trip."
"Excellent!! Service, flexibility and response were great! Would work with them again when we return. Best trip ever!"
"I have traveled a lot and have used the services of many different travel companies, but I have never received attention and care on this level. It truly was amazing."
"Everything was on time, efficient and seamless." ... "I have never been on a trip that was so well organized. This made it as stress free as possible and I was able to enjoy every minute. "
"I have to admit when I first read the reviews online I was skeptical...no one can be that good...but they really are! They exceeded our expectations..."
"Extraordinary tour company. Exploration Journeys is entirely faultless. Fred is world-class in organising and customising itineraries to explore Argentina; no request is too small or big!"
"Over the years we have travelled to over 30 countries, and organization of this tour by EJ is certainly one of the best (if not the best) we have experienced."
"Exploration Journeys took the work and stress completely away from us pre-trip and during, enabling us to simply enjoy and share with our family and friends back home as we reflected each day."
"We had a terrific experience with Exploration Journeys. Their guides are the best, they booked great hotels for us, and everything worked perfectly."
"Exploration Journeys planned our itinerary with so much care that we didn’t think about work or stress for a single moment. Everything was handled seamlessly."
"We are a 3 generational family, group of 10 and have been all over the world together. Fred and his team were by far the best travel experts we have used."
"They were available at all hours of the day before and during our trip and treated all of our questions and requests with speed, excellence and kindness."
"All our hotels, guides and excursions were top notch, and we didn't have to worry about any of the details. Loved it all!"
"I would wholeheartedly recommend Fred and his team. We wish we could use him for travel to other countries."
TRIP REVIEW OF KAREN MINTZER AND FAMILY
"Fred and his team were great to work with from start to finish.
We are a 3 generational family, group of 10 and have been all over the world together. Fred and his team were by far the best travel experts we have used. They were available at all hours of the day before and during our trip and treated all of our questions and requests with speed, excellence and kindness.
All our hotels, guides and excursions were top notch, and we didn't have to worry about any of the details. Loved it all!
I would wholeheartedly recommend Fred and his team. We wish we could use him for travel to other countries!"
KAREN MINTZER AND FAMILY'S BOOKED TRIP ITINERARY
Flight arrival in Buenos Aires, Argentina! Welcome at the airport and transfer with private vehicle and guide to your hotel. At the Alvear Palace we have confirmed 3 deluxe suites with 1 king size bed, and 2 junior suites with 2 twin beds. You have an early check-in included in one of the 3 deluxe suites, so you"ll get that room as soon as you arrive to your hotel. |
Images of Buenos Aires: European Heritage and Latin American Passion (private tour) The birthplace of Tango and Argentina’s vibrant capital, Buenos Aires is as captivating as the dance itself, an irresistible mix of elegance, passion, and culture. Commonly referred to as the “Paris of Latin America”, Buenos Aires is the best place in the world to enjoy a first-class tango show and to savor some of the tastiest steaks, accompanied by the celebrated Argentine Malbec wine. Our expert “porteño” (as locals are called) guide will take you on a cultural journey, where you’l... |
DAY 2: BUENOS AIRES |
The “Paris of Latin America”: discovering the architectural highlights of Buenos Aires (private tour) Buenos Aires is commonly called the "Paris of Latin America," due to the ubiquity of Art Nouveau and other classic French style buildings in many areas of the city. The city is home to an eclectic, original, and distinguished collection of architectural pieces ranging from colonial to classic to modern styles that are a testament to the cultural heritage brought by the colonizers and immigrants of Buenos Aires. Our expert tour guide will take us in a fascinating discovery j... |
Passion and Beauty: an Authentic and Exclusive World-class Tango Experience We invite you to live it up with a night of passion, charm, and sensuality as you enjoy an exclusive and world-class Tango experience at Gala Tango. This is one of the most exclusive Tango shows in Buenos Aires, and has been enjoyed by great artists from around the world the likes of Madonna and Sting. The show also includes a brief but exciting display of some of the unique features of Argentine folklore. Located on a small cobblestone street in the historic neighborhood of San Telmo, Gala Tango i... |
DAY 3: BUENOS AIRES |
An Off-the-beaten-path Journey to Buenos Aires' Unexplored Areas (private tour) Beyond the usual highlights Buenos Aires offers, there is another part of the city which remains largely unknown and mostly inaccessible to most tourists. We’ll visit these “forgotten” and unknown neighborhoods of Buenos Aires, far off the typical tourist circuits, while delving into the remarkable stories of these off-the-beaten-path areas, as well as their most important highlights. In a cultural journey that explores both the past and present of the working class sectors of Buenos Aire... |
DAY 4: LAST DAY IN BUENOS AIRES |
Transfer in private vehicle to Buenos Aires Airport. |
Flight arrival in Mendoza. Welcome at airport and private transfer to your hotel. Depending on your arrival time, you can relax at your hotel, enjoy your own explorations, or ask our local representative about suggested activities for your free time. |
DAY 5: MENDOZA |
Biking & Wine Tasting at Mendoza’s Zuccardi Winery (private tour with lunch) Get ready for a uniquely up-close view of the Mendoza vineyards as we hop on our bikes and pedal our way through the picturesque landscape of the Familia Zuccardi winery. With the stunning backdrop of the snow-capped mountains, we’ll experience seeing the lush and purple-infused vineyards and the scenic beauty of Mendoza from the perspective of our bikes, as well as indulging in three different types of wines. We’ll try Chardonnay, Syrah, and the most famous variety of wine of the Mendoza region: M... |
Sunset Horseback Riding with Asado (Meat Barbeque) & Wine Get ready to saddle up and head out to explore the scenic countryside while taking in the lovely views of the sunset behind the Andes Mountain range. Our adventure on horseback kicks off with an approximately 30 minute drive from the city of Mendoza to Rancho Viejo Lodge. Upon our arrival, we’ll meet the horses and then hop on our four-legged companions as we head out to explore on our horseback ride, taking in all the picturesque views of all of Mendoza Valley, the city, and the mountains. The very well-trained hor... |
DAY 6: MENDOZA |
Savoring First-class Wines in Mendoza’s Central Region (private tour) Over the past 20 years, there has been a revolution in the Argentine wine industry, driven partly by the success of one grape that, in many countries, is used only for mixing – the rich, velvety Malbec. Dense and dark, with full-body richness that few other grapes can mimic, the Argentine Malbec varietal has become all the rage in the United States, and is increasing in popularity among other countries as well. 94% of restaurants in the top ten wine markets in the US feature Malbec on their wine lists, ac... |
DAY 7: LAST DAY IN MENDOZA |
Private transfer to Mendoza airport to take your flight. You will take a flight to Buenos Aires and from there you will take another flight to Bariloche. |
Flight arrival in Bariloche. Welcome at airport and private transfer to your hotel. You have at the LLao LLao hotel 3 deluxe moreno lake suites with 1 king size bed in the Moreno wing and 2 superior category rooms with lake view in the Bustillo wing with 2 twin beds. |
DAY 8: BARILOCHE |
A Panoramic Hiking Experience to Awe-Inspiring Vistas (private tour) Get ready for a one-of-a-kind panoramic hiking experience, where you’ll be enchanted by some of the most breathtaking panoramic views of Patagonia, including one of the ten most beautiful views in the world, as rated by National Geographic! Our expert guide will help you hone your hiking skills, as you set out to explore the surrounding areas of Mount Llao Llao. You’ll also take a chairlift ride up Campanario Hill, where you’ll enjoy awe-inspiring panoramic views of deep-blue lakes and snow-capped mountai... |
DAY 9: BARILOCHE |
Navigating the Nahuel Huapi Lake & Exploring and Hiking at Victoria Island and the Myrtle Forest (with private guide and port transfers) Prepare to navigate the beautiful blue waters of the Nahuel Huapi Lake, the largest in Argentina’s Lake District, set against the backdrop of the snow-capped Andes mountain range. We’ll enjoy our exclusive seating in the boat’s upper deck cabin. From here we’ll experience superior panoramic views and a much more exclusive setting, since there are only 50 seats in this cabin (compared to the over-200-people capacity of the regular cabin). K... |
DAY 10: BARILOCHE |
DAY 11: LAST DAY IN BARILOCHE |
Transfer in private vehicle to Bariloche airport. |
Arrival in Buenos Aires and transfer to your hotel in private vehicle. |
DAY 12: BUENOS AIRES |
Transfer from your hotel to Ezeiza International Airport in private vehicle. You have a late check-out until the airport transfer time in the 3 rooms with queen size bed. We look forward to welcoming you again in Argentina! |
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show moreWith over 20 years experience in the travel industry, Fred has become a respected and acclaimed expert. His knowledge and expertise are only surpassed by his ability to roll all of that know-how into a personalized fashion; delivering a First‑Class, Worry‑Free and unparalleled level of service to our guests.
When not catering to our company's beloved guests, Fred is spending quality time with his 2 children and wife, traveling the world, or rocking his guitar.
"No company or individual has ever provided anything close to the perfection we received from Fred and his team in terms of a first class, creative and personalized trip. Our trip was literally a perfect experience." - Arthur Muchin and Claire Levenberg
"Fred would be the only person we would call to plan a perfectly executed customized trip." - Neal and Barbara Eisner
"Our agent, Fred, was very professional, calm and friendly. He was the best Travel Agent we ever dealt with." - Fikret Dulger & Jimena Basilico
"When one of our bags did not arrive in Iguazu, Fred was able to trace it immediately and arranged delivery to our hotel within a few hours." - Maria Ester and Ponciano Bautista
"Fred put together an outstanding itinerary and even made a personal appearance when we needed some emergency medical assistance. We would never have been able to work through a Buenos Aires emergency room like we did, without him. If it had it not been for his assistance, we would have missed our same day flight connection and some of the very best parts of the trip." - Joe and Mary Mahoney
"Thank you Fred for your outstanding service and personal approach especially arranging a wheelchair for my husband when he fell down in Iguassu. We did not miss a single spot in Iguassu to enjoy!" - Sujata & Jyotirjiban Bhattacharya
"Our honeymoon couldn't have worked out any better. We had a fantastic trip from start to finish and we can't thank Fred enough." - Robin Osullivan and Gillian Brohan
"Throughout our trip we felt that we always had a 'guardian angel' watching over us." - Mary & Douglas Gregory and Family
"Fred went above and beyond, when I was rushed to the hospital in Buenos Aires for appendicitis. He came to the hospital frequently during my stay, providing essential Spanish-English translation between the doctors, nurses, and us." - Louise Laurence and Douglas Hamilton
"The meticulous attention to detail and personal service was unsurpassed. Our trip to Argentina was one of the best vacations we have taken, and absolutely stress free thanks to Fred and Exploration Journeys!" - Stephen and Elizabeth Trehu
"Just prior to leaving the US, Wanda experienced an injury to her leg necessitating the use of a cane and wheelchair... Had Fred not been there, and had the tour guides he chose not been who they were, this trip could have been a total disaster. Instead, it was, without a doubt, the best trip ever." - Russell Haig and Wanda Wood
"Most impressive, however, was the reaction of Fred when we could have been stranded at one of our sites because of an airline strike. He immediately responded with effective action in finding flights for continuing our journey. It is not an overstatement that he saved the latter part of our vacation!" - Don and Nancy Tortorice
"Fred covered every basis so there was no room for error or confusion." - Wendy Murrian and Frances Jones
"All the guides, drivers, services, punctuality, etc. were excellent. But the jewel of the crown was Fred's professionalism and great understanding." - Wael Ismail and Khawla Al Masri
"Fred is a perfectionist and treats his clients professionally. This trip turned out to be the trip of a lifetime - absolutely unforgettable thanks to Fred!" - Neal And Barbara Eisner