Your Itinerary
Day 1 - Arrive in Buenos Aires
Welcome to the ‘Paris of Latin America’. Upon arrival at Buenos Aires’ Ezeiza Airport, you will be greeted by one of our English speaking guides who will privately escort you to your hotel in Retiro. We have nothing planned for the rest of the day so you can get accustomed to your new surroundings. Accommodation at Carles Hotel in Executive Room for 3 nights.
Day 2 - Bike tour of Buenos Aires
What better way to discover the city than on a bike! All necessary equipment is included and you will have a guide with you and a small group of enthusiastic travellers. You can choose a tour that takes you to either the south of the north of the city. In the evening, a tango show is a must! We have also included the return transfers to the venue and dinner.
Day 3 - Free day
Today you can be a true Porteno and explore the city on your own. San Telmo and La Boca are one of our favourite places. You could go here in the morning and then spend an afternoon in Palermo if you want to go a bit off the beaten track and feel like a true local!
Day 4 - Flight to the lake district
The lake district of Argentina is in the northern part of Patagonia and today you will take a domestic flight to Bariloche, the main airport and town in the region. Picture perfect landscapes await you. Deep blue lakes adorned by snow capped peaks and charming towns. Your accommodation is located a Bariloche, the perfect base to explore the region. All transfers are included and accommodation is in a standard room.
Day 5 - History and nature tour
This small group excursion tackles the most classic circuit of San Carlos de Bariloche in an active way. You will appreciate the beauty of lakes Moreno and Nahuel Huapi and the peaks of Lopez and Capilla. Then you will do a nature oriented walk through the impressive native forest in the Llao Llao Nature Park to finish with an interesting visit at a local microbrewery for some beer tasting.
Day 6 - Cerro Otto hike
Today’s trek is and easy difficult and a great way to be outdoors. After a short transfer to the Otto Mount base, you will take the cable car to reach the top. From the summit you will have impressive panoramic views of Nahuel Huapi lake, Bariloche City and the Andes Mountain Range. You will take a nature oriented walk through a lenga forest to reach the Habsburg Stone viewpoint, with a beautiful view of Gutierrez lake, Ventana and Catedral mountains. The tour is privately guided by and English speaking guide.
Day 7 - El Calafate and the Patagonian glaciers
This morning, we will privately take you to the airport for your flight to El Calafate. Upon arrival, you will be taken by private vehicle to your hotel in the city centre. Enjoy this afternoon at leisure and explore the restaurants and artisanal shops of this picturesque town. Accommodation in Standard Room.
Day 8 - The Perito Moreno glacier!
Today’s tour takes you into Parque Nacional Los Glaciares for views of the immense Perito Moreno Glacier. En route to the glacier stop at the pier for a short boat trip to the south wall of the glacier. From the water level you get an amazing feel for its sheer size, more than 3 miles wide and over 20 stories high – a true highlight of Argentina. We have organised a picnic lunch to enjoy on the walkways overlooking the glacier.
Day 9 - El Chalten
Your Patagonian adventure continues and today it will take you to the charming town of El Chalten, the walking capital of the region where you can take treks to the beautiful Mount Fitz Roy range. We have included a bus service and the journey is around 3 hours. Once arrived, make your way to your accommodation.
Day 10 - Trekking to Laguna de los Tres
This is the most popular trek in El Chalten, and it is certainly one of the prettiest. You will hike through forests and will be able to see different glaciers and glacial lakes. Plenty of viewpoints will make sure you can take a lot shots to treasure for a lifetime! The hike is around 9 hours and can be attempted by all. It is in a small group with and experienced guide and it includes a box lunch.
Day 11 - Trekking to Laguna Torres
One of the classic and “can’t be missed” walks of El Chaltén! Once you reach Laguna Torre you will find an impressive view of the Torre massif, the Adela range, Mount Solo and their respective glaciers. The footpath will take us through a wide range of landscapes, ranging from wide glacially formed valleys to dense forests. The hike is around 8 hours and can be attempted by all, although more challenging than the Laguna de los Tres hike. It is in a small group with and experienced guide and it includes a box lunch.
Day 12 - Flight back to Buenos Aires
All epic adventures come to an end! It is time to wave goodbye to Patagonia and catch your flight back to the capital. The bus transfer to El Calafate airport as well as the private arrival transfer in Buenos Aires are include. Enjoy a last evening in this beautiful city!
Day 13 - Goodbye Argentina, hasta pronto!
A private transfer will take you to the airport for your international flight back home.
DETAILS -
This itinerary costs from £2,887 per person B&B and is based on two people sharing accommodation and services. The price includes all transfers, tours, any other meals if mentioned, and domestic flights. It does not include international flights.
International flights tend to cost between £700 and £900 per person return if booked well in advance – do ask us for advice. Alternatively we can book the flights for you but a booking fee may apply.
What's included?
INCLUDED:
- Prices start from £2,887 per person
- Accommodation on B&B basis based on two sharing
- Any other meals mentioned
- Transfers in private vehicle
- Bus between El Calafate and El Chalten
- Entrance and National Park fees
- All excursions and activities mentioned in the itinerary
- Internal flights
- All trips are ATOL protected or ABTA bonded to ensure you are fully covered
