✓ Small group tour, up to 16 guests only
✓ Incredible sightseeing through South America's Patagonia region including the granite peaks of Torres del Paine National Park, cruise among the famous Perito Moreno, Balmaceda and Serrano glaciers and enjoy a traditional tango and dinner show in Bueonos Aires
✓ 10 nights in central 4-star accommodation including an unforgettable lodge stay at Design Suites Calafate overlooking Lake Argentino
✓ Breakfast daily, 3 lunches and 1 dinner
✓ Internal flights within South America from Buenos Aires to El Calafate, and from Punta Arenas to Santiago
✓ Escorted by professional local English-speaking guides
✓ Local bus transfer from El Calafate (Argentina) to Puerto Natales (Chile) and from Puerto Natales to Punta Arenas
✓ In-depth sightseeing and entrance fees as per the itinerary
11 Day Patagonian Explorer
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Group Size
Small Group
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Escorted Type
Local Guides
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Pace
Lively Pace
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Cooling Off Period
7 Days
✓ Small group tour, up to 16 guests only
✓ Incredible sightseeing through South America's Patagonia region including the granite peaks of Torres del Paine National Park, cruise among the famous Perito Moreno, Balmaceda and Serrano glaciers and enjoy a traditional tango and dinner show in Bueonos Aires
✓ 10 nights in central 4-star accommodation including an unforgettable lodge stay at Design Suites Calafate overlooking Lake Argentino
✓ Breakfast daily, 3 lunches and 1 dinner
✓ Internal flights within South America from Buenos Aires to El Calafate, and from Punta Arenas to Santiago
✓ Escorted by professional local English-speaking guides
✓ Local bus transfer from El Calafate (Argentina) to Puerto Natales (Chile) and from Puerto Natales to Punta Arenas
✓ In-depth sightseeing and entrance fees as per the itinerary
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7-Day Cooling off Period
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Welcome to Buenos Aires! On arrival, make your own way to your hotel located in the heart of this vibrant city. Spend the afternoon and evening at leisure exploring the local neighbourhood. Enjoy one of the many tapas bars and restaurants that surround the hotel or relax at the hotel taking in the views from the rooftop sun terrace.
After breakfast, venture out on a guided tour of Buenos Aires. Discover the charm of Argentina's capital, from the chic districts of Recoleta and Palermo, to the historic Plaza de Mayo, and architectural icons such as the Colon Theatre, the Metropolitan Cathedral and the Palace of Argentine National Congress.
Enjoy lunch at a traditional Argentinian restaurant before we end the tour exploring the old town San Telmo, home of the city's aristocracy until the late 19th century, the iconic Caminito Street in La Boca, and the thriving young restaurant scene at the Puerto Madero waterfront. Spend time after the tour uncovering this area on your own before making your own way back to the hotel in time for this evening’s exciting activity.
Tonight you’ll experience the world-famous sensual dance at a traditional tango and dinner show. Enjoy fine dining, Argentine wine and a spectacular tango show watching passionate dancers teach you about the history of the tango, its music, and traditions. Following the show, you will be transferred back to your hotel for the evening.
This morning, transfer to the airport for your flight to El Calafate — your gateway to Patagonia. On arrival, you will be transferred to your beautiful 4-star lodge overlooking Lake Argentino.
Spend the rest of the day at leisure enjoying the hotel facilities including its indoor pool, sauna and spa, or stretch the legs and enjoy the incredible nature walks around the hotel.
Today we embark on a full day tour of the incredible Perito Moreno Glacier, one of the largest and the only advancing glacier in the world. Part of the Los Glaciares National Park, stop at the breathtaking "Curva de los Suspiros" (Curve of Sighs) before continuing on to the catwalks where you have time to admire the glacier from different panoramic points.
Following this, we’ll take a one hour boat excursion to experience the glacier from a different perspective before returning back to your hotel late this afternoon.
Today is yours to spend at leisure exploring this amazing region at your own pace. Alternately, you may wish to join one of the below optional tours:
Highlights: Mount Frías - Argentino Lake - Torres del Paine.
Join a 4x4 trip to ascend Mount Frias for trails with views of Argentino Lake. Stop at the first viewing point at 450m of the Centinela River Valley. We’ll then continue to the second viewing point at 1030m with incredible views of Torres del Paine, southern and northern channels of the Argentino Lake, the highest peaks of the Andes mountain chain and the Monte Fitz Roy, if the weather allows us. Our 4x4 adventure continues as we descend Mount Frias through the Lengas Forest for the east slope of the mount, finishing in Estancia Alice. Return back to El Calafate.
Duration: 5:30 hrs approx.
Transfer to the Port of Punta Bandera, located 47 km from El Calafate and set sail through the North Arm of Lake Argentino. Cross a natural funnel known as the Devil's Mouth, navigate around large icebergs that emerge from the front of the Upsala Glacier and enter the sector of the lake known as Canal Spegazzini to observe the impressive Dry Glacier. From there, we continue sailing to the front of the Spegazzini Glacier where we will also see the Heim Sur and Peineta glaciers. Disembark at the Spegazzini base and enjoy a walk through the forest with viewpoints of the entire Los Glaciares Bay. Enjoy lunch at the Spegazzini Refuge and, those who like to walk, can choose to take the mountain trail along a wooded path full of incredible views (this trek is classified as medium difficulty). Our tour ends at the disembarkation point with an included transfer to your hotel.
Duration: 8 hrs approx.
This morning we’ll transfer to El Calafate bus station and catch a bus to Puerto Natales (Chile).
Upon arrival, you will be met and transferred to your beautiful boutique lodge located in the incredible seafront surroundings of the city of Puerto Natales.
Puerto Natales is the gateway to the Torres del Paine National Park and a haven for outdoor adventure in the Patagonia region. The small town is located on the Señoret Channel along a scenic fjord, set against the dramatic backdrop of the southernmost peaks of the Andes.
Today will be packed with adventure as you depart for a full day excursion of the Torres del Paine National Park.
Known as a hiker’s paradise, you’ll experience first hand some of the panoramic views of this iconic national park. Visit Milodon’s Cave, a natural monument composed of three caverns, hike to stunning waterfalls and enjoy the natural scenery from multiple viewpoints including Laguna Sofia, Lake Porteño, Lake Gray, Salto Grande and Amarga Lagoon. Part of this unforgettable day also includes spying the Cuernos del Paine and surrounding granite peaks that have been shaped by years of erosion.
Enjoy lunch along the way before you return to your hotel late this afternoon.
This is a panoramic tour in which the vehicle makes stops to better see certain points of interest. The hikes are short with the simple goal of just getting to a viewpoint for a better perspective. The longest hike is to the shores of Grey Lake, where there is a viewpoint at a higher altitude that can be accessed by those who wish to do so.
Explore the frozen enchantment of the Balmaceda and Serrano glaciers on an exhilarating full-day tour from Puerto Natales.
Embark on a cruise of the Señoret Channel, heading towards Guanaco Island, keeping an eye out for Magellan dolphins, cormorants, condors and even sea sea lions along the way. The cruise continues to Mount Balmaceda where we can appreciate the glacier of the same name before disembarking in Puerto Toro to begin the one-hour trek to reach Serrano Glacier, accompanied by our bilingual guide (this trek is classified as medium difficulty).
After a day exploring the unique, wild and untouched landscape, our tour returns for your final night in Puerto Natales.
Transfer from your hotel to the bus station where we take a local bus and travel approximately 2 and a half hours to Punta Arenas to arrive at the airport in time for your flight to Santiago.
Upon your arrival into Santiago, you will be met and transferred to your hotel. Enjoy the rest of the day at leisure to explore the buzzing capital of Chile, surrounded by the snow-capped peaks of the Andes.
This morning, enjoy a half day guided tour of Santiago to visit the heart of the city. Wander past historic sites including the Plaza de Armas, the Santiago Metropolitan Cathedral and Santiago’s Central Postal Office. Visit the government’s headquarters at the Moneda Palace, explore the traditional neighbourhoods of the historic city centre and travel to the financial heart of Santiago, known for its modern buildings, glass skyscrapers and impressive sculptures designed by prominent national architects.
The rest of the afternoon is at leisure to explore on your own.
Alternatively, you may wish to join an optional full day tour to Vina Del Mar and Valparaiso. If selecting this option, please note you’ll depart before the Santiago city tour.
Known as the “Garden City”, Viña del Mar stands out for its beautiful architecture, its impressive palaces and famous Flower Clock. Here you will have ample time to enjoy lunch on your own before we travel along the seafront to one of the most important ports in Chile; Valparaiso - a UNESCO World Heritage Site thanks to its colourful beauty and unique hillside location. We’ll visit Cerro Alegre, where you can truly appreciate the magic of the city, with its picturesque funiculars and multi-colored neighbourhoods. After enjoying the unforgettable sea views, we’ll head to Sotomayor Square to see the Monument of the Heroes of Iquique. Once in the port, there will be the option to take a boat out around Valparaíso’s bay to continue enjoying the views of the colourful hills from a different perspective.
Today, your adventure ends at the hotel after breakfast.
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