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South American Cone

In South America, the Southern Andes creates a border between Chile and Argentina; the Uruguay River separates Argentina and Uruguay; while the Paraná River divides southeastern Paraguay from Argentina.

The Southern Cone

Chile

Argentina

Uruguay

Paraguay

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Argentina

Argentina is the second-largest country in South America, occupying most of the continent’s southern tip. Its capital is Buenos Aires across the Rio de la Plata from Uruguay.

Buenos Aires: Piazzolla Tango Show with Optional Dinner

From Buenos Aires: Colonia Ferry Tickets and Optional Tour

Tigre Delta: Boat Tour from Buenos Aires

Buenos Aires: Gaucho Day & Wine Tasting with Lunch

From Puerto Iguazu: Argentina & Brazil Sides of Iguazu Falls

See the official Argentina Tourism pages.


Uruguay Flag
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Uruguay

The second-smallest country in South America, Uruguay is tucked between Argentina and Brazil. Its capital is Montevideo, a 3-hour ferry ride from Bueno Aires, Argentina. Colonia del Sacramento is a UNESCO World Heritage Site just across the Rio de la Plata from Bueno Aires.

From Buenos Aires: Colonia Ferry Tickets and Optional Tour

Montevideo: Half-Day Sightseeing Tour

Montevideo: Wine Tasting & Countryside Lunch Experience

See the official Uruguay Tourism pages.

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