Driving the most spectacular roads of Argentina

From the thunderous applause of Iguazú Falls to the whispering glaciers of Patagonia, Argentina's landscapes compose a symphony of natural wonders that beckon road trip enthusiasts.

Commence your odyssey on the fabled Ruta 40, tracing the spine of the Andes, through the tapestry of deserts, salinas, and wine country. Dive deep into the soul of Patagonia's pathways, where the relentless wind narrates tales of bygone adventurers and legendary creatures. The vibrant canvas of Quebrada de Humahuaca on Route 9 mesmerizes, as every curve unfurls a spectrum of earthen colors, each shade narrating epochs of geological magic.

But Argentina’s call to the open road doesn’t end there. Traverse the altitudinous realms of Paso de San Francisco, navigate the lunar landscapes of Paso de Sico, and marvel at the verdant allure of Paso Cardenal Antonio Samoré.

Here, roads are more than mere pathways; they are the pulsing veins of a land teeming with passion, allure, and unparalleled splendor. Fasten your seatbelt and let Argentina's highways waltz your senses through its grand tapestry of terrains.

Cuesta de Randolfo is a high mountain pass at an elevation of 3.209m (10,528ft) above the sea level located in Catamarca Province, in Argentina in one of the most amazing landscapes on the Earth.

Abra de Arizaro is a high mountain pass at an elevation of 4.330m (14,206ft) above the sea level, located in the Provincia de Salta, Argentina, near the border with Chile.

Ruta Provincial 11 is a very scenic loop road located in Neuquén Province in southwestern Argentina, near the Chilean border.

The Ruta Provincial 2 road is a very scenic drive located in the Valdes Peninsula, on the Atlantic coast in the north east of Chubut Province, Argentina.

The Ruta Provincial 52 road is a very scenic drive located in the Valdes Peninsula, on the Atlantic coast in the north east of Chubut Province, Argentina.

Abra Muñano is a high mountain pass at an elevation of 4.067m (13,343ft) above the sea level, located in Rosario de Lerma department, in Salta Province, Argentina.

Located in the Río Negro Province of Argentina, Ruta Provincial 4 is a 143 km long road, linking Valcheta and Pomona.

Cuesta de Bonilla is a high mountain pass at an elevation of 3.110m (10,203ft) above the sea level, located in the Andes, in the Argentinian Mendoza Province.

Paso de Mecoya-Mecoyita is an international high mountain pass at an elevation of 2.373m (7,785ft) above the sea level, located on the Bolivian-Argentinian border.

Ruta Provincial 89 is a short mountain road located in Mendoza province, in Argentina’s Cuyo region.

Portezuelo de Guaitiquina is an international high mountain pass at an elevation of 4.288m (14,068ft) above the sea level, located on the border of Chile and Argentina.

Cruce de los Andes Paso de los Piuquenes is a high mountain pass at an elevation of 4.350m (14,271ft) above the sea level, located in the province of Mendoza, Argentina.

The Ruta Provincial 3 road is a very scenic drive located in the Valdes Peninsula, on the Atlantic coast in the north east of Chubut Province, Argentina.

Cuesta de Miranda is a high mountain pass at an elevation of 2.020m (6,627ft) above the sea level, located in La Rioja Province in northwestern Argentina.

Ruta de los 7 Lagos (Seven Lakes Route) is a very scenic drive located in Neuquén Province, in northwest Patagonia, northern Argentina.

Abra Cerro Veladero is a high mountain pass at an elevation of 4.483m (14,708ft) above the sea level, located in the Provincia de La Rioja, Argentina, near the border with Chile. The pass lies on the magnificent route between Chile and Argentina via Paso Pircas Negras.

Located in the north-western part of Argentina in San Juan Province, Camino Minero Veladero is the name of a stunning drive through the Andes. It tops out at 4.878 m (16,003ft) asl.

Cerro Llullaillaco is a dormant volcano located on the border of Argentina (Salta Province) and Chile (Antofagasta Region). A gravel rough 4x4 road southwest of the volcano climbs up to 5.049m (16,564ft) above the sea level.

Abra Falda Cienaga is a high mountain pass at an elevation of 4.436m (14,553ft) above the sea level, located in Catamarca Province of Argentina.

Alto de Chorillos is a high mountain peak at an elevation of 4.806m (15,767ft) above the sea level, located in the Province of Salta, in the northwest of Argentina. It’s one of the highest roads of the country.

Cerro Aspero is a high mountain pass at an elevation of 1.964m (6,443ft) above the sea level, located in Calamuchita Department of the province of Córdoba, Argentina.

Abra de Ovejería is a high mountain pass at an elevation of 4.310m (14,140ft) above the sea level, located in Rosario de Lerma department, in Salta Province, Argentina.

Punta Cauchari is a high mountain pass at an elevation of 4.047m (13,277ft) above the sea level, located in Salta Province in northwestern Argentina.

Paso la Chapetona is an international high mountain pass at an elevation of 3.654m (11,988ft) above the sea level, located on the border of Argentina and Chile. The road is less used due its difficulty.

Paso de las Damas is an international high mountain pass at an elevation of 3.081m (10,108ft) above the sea level, located on the border of Chile and Argentina, in the Andes mountains.

Camino de los Puentes Colgantes (Hang Suspension Bridges Road) is a very scenic drive located in Córdoba Province in Argentina, running through mountains, and gorges by suspension bridges.

Abra Paves is a high mountain pass at an elevation of 4.239m (13,907ft) above the sea level, located in the Tumbaya department of the province of Jujuy, in Argentina.

Cuesta del Portezuelo is a short winding mountain road located in the Valle Viejo department, in the southeast of the Catamarca province, in the northwest of Argentina.

Paso de Lara is a high mountain pass at an elevation of 3.625m (11,893ft) above the sea level, located in Tucuman province, in northwest Argentina.

Abra del Colorado is a high mountain pass at an elevation of 2.629m (8,625ft) above the sea level, located in San Juan Province, in west-central Argentina.

Abra Antofalla is a high mountain pass at an elevation of 5.005m (16,420ft) above the sea level, located in Antofagasta de la Sierra, the northernmost department of Catamarca Province in Argentina. It’s one of the highest roads of the country.

Trans-Chaco Highway, also referred to as Ruta Nacional 9, Ruta PY09, or Ruta Nacional Número 9 "Dr. Carlos Antonio López", stands out as one of South America's most renowned roads.

Cruz de Paramillo is a mountain pass at an elevation of 2,960m (9,711ft) above sea level located in the Las Heras department, in the northwest of Mendoza Province, in Argentina.

Abra de la Cruz is a high mountain pass at an elevation of 4.556m (14,947ft) above the sea level, located in Jujuy province of Argentina. It’s one of the highest roads of the country.

Abra Campana is a high mountain pass at an elevation of 4,399m (14,432ft) above sea level, located in the Santa Victoria Department, Salta Province of Argentina.

Portezuelo de Salín is an international high mountain pass at an elevation of 4,015m (13,172ft) above sea level, located on the Argentinian-Chilean border.