Begin this active full-day excursion with a narrated drive through Palermo, a lovely district of parks, gardens, mansions, and embassies. The name of the district is derived from the still-existing Franciscan abbey of "Saint Benedict of Palermo." More than a century and a half ago, all these lands (called estancia in Argentina) belonged to Juan M. de Rosas, the "caudillo", or leading force and governor within the province of Buenos Aires. After Rosas´ fall this "estancia" was partitioned into several sub divisions. For a change of pace, you'll re-board your transportation and enjoy the scenic drive into Argentina's rolling grasslands, the Pampas. You'll arrive at an Estancia to take part in the gaucho traditions of music, dance and horsemanship at an authentic Argentine beef barbeque or asado.