Welcome to Santiago! Upon your arrival at Santiago airport, make your way to your 4-star hotel  located in the heart of the city. 

Alternatively, you can pre book a private arrival transfer where a representative will meet you on arrival and transfer you to the hotel. Further details can be found under the ‘Upgrade Options’.

The rest of the afternoon is at leisure to explore this vibrant city.

Note: Standard check-in time is 3pm. If you are arriving earlier you are welcome to leave your luggage at the hotel until your room is ready. 

Please note: March 2024 departure will be staying at the Rugendas by Time Boutique Hotel (4 star)

Early this morning you will be transferred to the airport for your included flight to Puerto Natales, gateway to the famous Torres del Paine National Park.

On arrival you are met by a local representative and transferred to your hotel where the rest of your day is at leisure.

Please note: January and February 2024 departures will be staying at the 4-star Weskar Patagonian Lodge

Please note that your internal flights within South America have a luggage limit of 15kg per person (33lbs). Unfortunately, Inspiring Vacations cannot increase this limit and is limited by the airlines luggage policy.  Any fees for excess baggage incurred at the airport will be the responsibility of the traveller and payable directly to the airline during check in.

You will be collected from the hotel this morning to join a full day group tour of the incredible Torres del Paine National Park. Begin by visiting the ancient Cueva del Milodón, known for its historical significance and natural beauty. Next, explore the village Cerro Castillo, a former livestock farm before entering the breathtaking Torres del Paine National Park, known for its wildlife and stunning views. Experience the highlights of the park, including Lake Nordenskjold, Pehoé, and the picturesque Salto Grande waterfall. Take a short hike to appreciate the park's lakes, rivers, and diverse flora and fauna. Enjoy an included lunch within the park before continuing to Grey Lake and Glacier, a remarkable part of the Southern Patagonian Ice Field. Walk through the scenic lenga beech woods to the lake's shore and marvel at the impressive icebergs. 

Late this afternoon we transfer back to Puerto Natales returning back to your hotel between 7pm- 8pm this evening. 

Please note that the tour routing and inclusions are subject to weather conditions.

Please note: January and February 2024 departures will be staying at the 4-star Weskar Patagonian Lodge

Today is a full day at leisure to relax or explore the region at your own pace. Alternatively, you may wish to join the optional tour below.

Please note: January and February 2024 departures will be staying at the 4-star Weskar Patagonian Lodge

Early this morning you will be transferred to the bus station and assisted to the shuttle transfer to El Calafate in Argentina - the gateway for exploring the breathtaking Los Glaciares National Park, home to iconic attractions such as the world-famous Perito Moreno Glacier.

Upon arrival at the El Calafate bus station this afternoon, a friendly local representative will be waiting to greet you and provide assistance with your transfer to your hotel. The remainder of the day is yours to enjoy at your leisure.

Please note: January - March 2024 departures will be staying at the 4-star Design Suites Calafate Hotel

Today you will be met at the hotel to join a full day tour of the incredible Perito Moreno Glacier and Los Glaciares National Park. On the journey, enjoy the breathtaking view of Argentino Lake and Redonda Bay, home to diverse bird species and surrounded by the picturesque yellow fields of the Patagonian steppe. Once at the glacier, marvel at its majestic presence. The catwalks are divided into three circuits: Central Balconies, Lower Balcony, and Coast's Balcony, each offering resting and panoramic viewpoints where you will have ample time to explore the catwalks on your own experiencing the awe-inspiring beauty of the glacier. 

Additionally, you can take an optional boat tour to approach the glacier's southern front.

Please note: January - March 2024 departures will be staying at the 4-star Design Suites Calafate Hotel

Today is at leisure to relax in the charming town of El Calafate. Alternatively, you may like to take one of the optional day tours below.

Please note: January - March 2024 departures will be staying at the 4-star Design Suites Calafate Hotel

Meet your local guide this morning in the hotel lobby for your transfer to the airport to continue our journey by flight to Ushuaia. This southernmost city in Argentina offers a unique experience with around 18 hours of sunlight in the summer and 7-8 hours in winter. The city serves as a gateway to breathtaking voyages along the Beagle Channel and Lapataia Bay in Tierra del Fuego National Park. 

This afternoon enjoy a three-hour navigation of the Beagle Channel by catamaran. Along the way, you'll witness the stunning coastal view of Ushuaia as you sail southwest, you'll approach Sea Lion's Island, home to a colony of sea lions and journey past Birds Island, where you can observe Magellanic Cormorants and Imperial Cormorants. The final destination is the Les Eclaireurs Lighthouse, located in the archipelago of the same name. On the return, you'll pass through Paso Chico, catching sight of Estancias Tunnel and Fique, while enjoying the magnificent backdrop of Monte Martial and its glacier.

Please note: Depending on weather and arrival time of your flight, this tour may occur on Day 9 after the Tierra del Fuego Park tour. 

Please note that your internal flights within South America have a luggage limit of 15kg per person (33lbs). Unfortunately, Inspiring Vacations cannot increase this limit and is limited by the airlines luggage policy.  Any fees for excess baggage incurred at the airport will be the responsibility of the traveller and payable directly to the airline during check in.

This morning, meet your local guide in the hotel lobby to join a tour through the Tierra del Fuego National Park. Accessed via National Route No. 3 southwest of Ushuaia, the route includes Río Pipo, Monte Susana, Ensenada Bay, Redonda Island, Lake Roca, Casita del Bosque, Green and Black Lagoon, beaver dam, and Lapataia Bay. The Park's topography is diverse, featuring rugged mountains, rivers, valleys, and lakes, offering picturesque streams, majestic mountains, and the breathtaking Beagle Channel. In spring and summer, vibrant flowers and diverse tree species can be seen. Mammals such as foxes, rabbits, muskrats, and beavers inhabit the Park, while unique bird species like the black-browed albatross, oystercatcher overo, and white cauquén can be observed. A highlight today is a ride aboard the “End of the World Train”. Relive the history of the old convict's train, offering magnificent landscape views along the Pipo River, Macarena cascade, tree cemetery, and enchanting forests within the Tierra del Fuego National Park.

Return to the hotel where the rest of the afternoon and evening are at leisure.

Today, transfer to Ushuaia airport for your included flight to Buenos Aires. On arrival you are met by a local representative and transferred to your hotel located in the heart of this beautiful city. 

Take time to relax and explore the local area as the rest of today is at leisure. Alternatively, you may wish to experience true Aregntinian culture and hospitality at a dinner and a tango show. 

Please note that your internal flights within South America have a luggage limit of 15kg per person (33lbs). Unfortunately, Inspiring Vacations cannot increase this limit and is limited by the airlines luggage policy.  Any fees for excess baggage incurred at the airport will be the responsibility of the traveller and payable directly to the airline during check in.

Your tour concludes at the hotel after breakfast. 

A private departure transfer to the airport can be booked at an additional charge.  Further details can be found under the ‘Upgrade Options’.

Note: Standard check out is 11am. If you have booked a late departure flight, you are welcome to leave your bags at the hotel until your transfer is ready.