Train travel in Argentina
During the twentieth century, the Argentine rail network came to have about 100,000 km of railway lines and managed to be one of the largest on the planet. Because of governmental, economic crises and the emphasis placed on automobile transport, they were gradually reducing it to this day, reaching some 47,059 km of roads. Because of this, one cannot speak of an Argentina connected by trains as it was before, or as the European continent is today. However, some train lines that are worth knowing are still valid
Taking a trip on the famous Tren de las Nubes is, without doubt, one of the most important and wonderful attractions that Argentina has. Traveling on one of the highest trains in the world is a highly recommended experience. The train leaves from the city of Salta about 1,187 meters above sea level and reaches a height of 4,200 meters in La Polvorilla. In its route it crosses the Valley of Lerma, the Quebrada del Toro and reaches the Puna de Atacama. The train has several important services such as dining car, doctor’s office, bilingual guides, as well as private security and an ambulance that accompanies the train on its route of more than 450 km. round trip. Rates vary depending on the nationality of the passenger. Argentine residents over 18 pay $ 3600, Retirees $ 2780 and those under 12 pay $ 2840. The general rate for foreigners is $ 4520 and for those under 12 years $ 3570. Children under 2 years do not pay.
“La Trochita” or “Old Patagonian Express” now covers the kilometers that separate the city of Esquel from Nahuel Pan station and are not only worth the experience of being on a train with its history but also for the beautiful ones and varied landscapes of the Patagonian steppe that can be seen throughout the tour. The excursion demands a whole morning and starts from the station itself, where you can observe the movements of the train before departure and visit the small railway museum. During the tour, there is a guide that provides interesting information about the train and tells its entire story; also a troubadour who entertains with his songs and enlivens the trip. Upon arrival at destination, descend for about 45 ‘to take more photos, tour a small artisan market and make purchases, try homemade fried cakes. Then the return to Esquel is undertaken. The ticket can be purchased at any travel agency there or even at the same station, which is very close to the center.The fares vary depending on the nationality of the passenger and age. The general rate for people from abroad is $ 1260. Children under 5 travel free. While for Argentines, the rate is $ 750. Senior citizens and university students pay $ 530.
The End of the World Train takes a tour of the history and nature of Ushuaia. Its rails go through the last 7 km. from the old train route of the prisoners, which started from the Ushuaia prison to the hillside of Monte Susana to obtain different construction materials. On board the southernmost railway in the world you can enjoy magnificent landscapes, composed of the zigzagging Pipo River, the Macarena waterfall, the tree cemetery and an inaccessible part of the Tierra del Fuego National Park. Train fares vary between $ 1000 and $ 5000 depending on the category of the car and the age of the passenger.
Finally, following the recommendations, we propose to visit the J.W. Bradley Traveling by train, in a mythical Orient Express wagon and getting to know Strasbourg or Budapest through a cocktail is part of the experience proposed by this innovative bar in Buenos Aires. Going through the door No. 1875 of Godoy Cruz Street, you will embark on the adventure of touring the old continent to discover the stories that took place there and allow new ones to occur. The atmosphere, music and cocktails invite you to tour Europe through the Expresso of the East making this trip a unique trip. The concept of this bar is a proposal of international author cuisine, intended for those who are looking for a completely different experience with very high quality in each of their dishes and cocktails offered.