We are looking to travel to BAires in April for a few days and want to add on another destination in Argentina. We have been to BAires a few times before. We are 2 adults and 2 pre teens.

Right now we are focusing a bit on the Salta area. Perhaps hiring a guide and driving north to pumamarca (sp?) and also staying a couple of nights at a nice Estancia. However, it seems the area is very large and the trip would entail quite a number of hours in a car. I'm not sure I really want that and I know my kids likely do not. Also, generally, is there a lot to see and do in that area? We don't hike much but like beautiful vistas, towns, restaurants and some time in a pool (I think Salta is warm enough in April for that, but I'm not sure).

Alternatively, we are thinking of Bariloche or Patagonia. I have been to Bariloche years ago but I think we would prefer it in the summer time, or in the winter. As for Patagonia, is April very late in the season? I imagine we would need winter-type clothes? Also, are the drives there huge also?

We have not been to Iguazu, and I know most everyone loves it but I think that, after having seen the falls for an hour or two, the family would want to head to the next destination. Thus, I don't think we want to fly there for the few hours of spectacular scenery.

Thank you for your suggestions.