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The north of Chile and Argentina is home to dramatic landscapes and ancient history. Here is where you will find a totally different side of the two countries, as these regions are full of culture and ethnicities. The people of the Atacama and the north west of Argentina are also some of the friendliest you will meet!

Of course we have also included stays in the two capitals and a visit to the majestic Iguazu Falls. These destinations also unmissable!

We have selected our favourite boutique hotels in each destination. These are accommodation options that stand out for their elegant charm, idyllic locations and excellent service.

This itinerary is here to inspire you as all of our holidays are tailor-made to suit you. We’re happy to add or subtract days, change hotels, and adjust as you see fit. To learn more about a honeymoon in Argentina, give us a call at UK 020 7112 0019 or email argentina@fleewinter.com to start planning your holiday.

Your Itinerary

Day 1 - Welcome to Santiago! Welcome to South America!

Santiago is a fast-growing city and has been described as surprising, cosmopolitan, energetic, sophisticated and worldly. A think thank of a city, great museums and top restaurants. It is a wonderful place for strolling around, and each neighbourhood has its unique flavour and identity.

A private transfer will pick you up to take you from Santiago’s Airport to your hotel. Accommodation at Le Reve boutique hotel for 3 nights with daily breakfast.

Day 2 - Private city tour

Described by the international media as a surprising destination, Santiago stands out for being a cosmopolitan and modern city that perfectly combines its traditions with a modern outlook. The tour will take you to visit the heart of the city and its emblematic sites such as the Plaza de Armas, the Cathedral, Santiago’s Central Postal Office and its Municipality. We will also visit the Moneda Palace, which is the government’s headquarters as well as the traditional neighbourhoods of the historic city centre. The tour also includes a visit to San Cristobal Hill, a true oasis in the city and from where you will have wonderful views.

Day 3 - Free day

Today is free for you to enjoy and spend as you wish.

You might decide to add a private tour to Valparaiso, a bohemian port town just over an hour from the capital. Valparaiso is still an important port in the Pacific and it is also famous for its steep hills, coloured houses and artists’ workshops.

We can also add a winery visit on the way there!

 

Day 4 - Northbound on the way to the Atacama! Evening astronomy tour

Today you will fly to one of the most astounding regions of Chile! The dramatic landscapes of the Atacama have to be personally witnessed to fully understand their beauty and also their ancient history.

You accommodation is a beautiful boutique hotel in the town of San Pedro de Atacama. You will spend 3 nights at Hotel Desertica in a standard room with daily breakfast.

In the evening, you will join a small group on a 2 – 3 hour tour and observation of the beautiful stars and planets above.

All private transfers are included.

Day 5 - Full Day Altiplanic Lagoons private tour

You will leave San Pedro de Atacama behind to explore the most beautiful lagoons in the desert. You will be driven to an altitude of 4,200 m.a.s.l where you will be rewarded with spectacular views of the incredibly scenic blue twin lagoons Miñiques and Miscanti.

They are edged by a white crust of salt and surrounded by imposing volcanoes. Having enjoyed the majestic scenery you will continue on to the Tujactu Lagoon.

Day 6 - Half day private tour of the Moon Valley

Enjoy the morning and early afternoon at leisure as you will be picked up in the evening to go a this breathtaking exploration of the Moon Valley. This is one of the most famous and beautiful landscapes in the Atacama and the best time of day to enjoy it is at sunset. You will stop along the way to take in some beautiful views (and pictures!) of the Andean Mountain range, the huge Atacama salt lake, and several volcanoes.

When you arrive at the Moon Valley, you will visit the “Tres Marías” rock formation and salt caverns before watching the sun fade away into the night. Before sunset you can also opt for a short hike to one of the giant sand dunes in the valley.

Legado Mitico Buenos Aires

Day 7 - Bus to Salta, in the northwest of Argentina!

An early start to the day to catch the bus that will cross the border into Argentina. The journey will be around 9 to 10 hours but the buses are very comfortable and there will be some stops along the way. All transfers are included on a private basis and also a guide from the hotel in San Pedro to the bus station, to help you locate and board the correct bus.

In Salta you will stay at the beautiful boutique hotel Legado Mitico in a classic room with daily breakfast for 3 nights.

Salta church

Day 8 - City tour including the MAAM museum

Join your private English speaking guide in a walking tour through the city of Salta and visit its historical, and architectural heritage. Walk and visit the main square, our Cathedral and historic Cabildo. San Francisco Church and San Bernardo convent are also important sites in the centre of this charming city.

The tour also includes the entrance fee and a tour to the Museum of Archeology and High Mountain of Salta (MAAM).

Purmamarca Argentina

Day 9 - Full day shared tour to Humahuaca

Today you will join a small group and will visit the Humahuaca Gorge, declared a Natural and Cultural Heritage of Humanity (UNESCO) in 2003. Along the route you will discover dramatic landscapes and unique villages.

Purmamarca is famous for the Hill of Seven Colours, visible from its scenic streets and from the handcrafted market around the main square. Maimará, is another town with colourful slopes called Paleta del Pintor,  and a surprising cemetery, ‘suspended’ at the top of the hill and visible from the route. Tilcara stands out for its local festivities (Carnival and Holy Week) and for its Pucará (fortress) whose ruins have been partially rebuilt.

Humahuaca gives its name to the Quebrada (the valley) and is the largest town, with cobbled streets and iron lanterns in the corners. It is also the highest point of the route, 2,940 m.a.s.l.

Day 10 - Flight to Iguazu for another natural wonder!

Today you will fly to Puerto Iguazu in Misiones, another completely different part of the country. We have selected a beautiful boutique lodge set in the jungle.

Accommodation at LOI Suites in a junior studio room with daily breakfast for 3 nights. All private transfers are also included.

Day 11 - Private full day Argentina falls

To experience fully the Iguazu falls you have to visit the national park from both sides, Brazil and Argentina. Today, you will start by exploring the falls from a more intimate perspective, walking along the trails that run along the edge of the falls in Argentina. You can also add a boat tour to get really close! This is optional, ask us if you wanted to add it.

The tour will be around 5 to 6 hours, so wear comfortable clothing and you will be privately guided by an English speaking guide throughout.

Day 12 - Private half day Brazil falls

Today you will cross the border into Brazil! So don’t forget to bring your passports with you. A private guide will take you on a shorter tour of the Brazil side of the falls, that offers a more panoramic view.

Hard to say which side is more dramatic a beautiful, after today you can decide. We think both sides are equally mesmerising!

Day 13 - Buenos Aires here we come!

Welcome to the ‘Paris of Latin America’. Buenos Aires is one of the most fascinating and beautiful cities in Latin America (in our opinion!). It is elegant, vibrant and full of culture.

You will stay in one of our favourite boutique hotels in the capital. Mine hotel is in the elegant Palermo Soho and it is an elegant, small hotel. You will spend here 3 nights in a classic room with daily breakfast. All private transfers are included.

Day 14 - Private 5 hours tour of the city

Enjoy a 5 hours tour of beautiful Buenos Aires! You will have a private car with driver and English speaking guide at your disposal.

You will visit the most iconic sites and areas of the city. Marvel at the coloured houses of La Boca and walk the markets of charming San Telmo. Learn the history of the city and of the Casa Rosada.

Day 15 - Free day and evening tango show

Enjoy your day at leisure as we have left the best till last!

In the evening you will go to a venue in the centre of Buenos Aires to experience the full beauty of the capital’s most famous export: tango!

We have included the return shared transfers and a 3 course dinner. If you prefer to have this last night free, you can do the tango show on the previous evening.

Day 16 - Departure

All good things come to an end but what an adventure and how many memories you take with you!

From some of the most dramatic landscapes in the continent, to iconic cities and charming remote villages.

A private car will drive you to the airport to catch your flight back home.

DETAILS -

This itinerary costs from £4,847 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 £4,847 per person
  • Accommodation on B&B basis based on two sharing
  • Any other meals if mentioned
  • Transfers in private vehicle
  • Entrance and National Park fees
  • All excursions and activities mentioned in the itinerary
  • Bus from the Atacama to Salta
  • Internal flights
  • All trips are ATOL protected or ABTA bonded to ensure you are fully covered
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Buenos Aires
In Buenos Aires, Argentina's cosmopolitan capital, you'll find graceful plazas, tango shows, melancholic melodies, historic buildings reflecting European grandeur, trendy bars, nightlife every night of the week, steak dinners, an emerging art scene and a Latin flair.
There is so much to do and see that you could spend weeks in "the Paris of South America" but to catch the highlights, we recommend at least 3 days in this exciting city.
Las Cataratas de Iguazú
The spectacular Iguazu Falls are located within the Iguazu Falls National Park on the Northern border of the Province of Misiones. This series of 275 waterfalls is at the heart of the Paranaense Rainforest, where the Argentine, Brazil and Paraguay borders meet, and where the cities of Puerto Iguazu (Argentina), Foz do Iguaçu (Brazil) and Ciudad del Este (Paraguay) face each other.
We recommend at least 2 nights in Puerto Iguazu so you can visit both sides of the falls. They are very different and both are jaw-dropping.
Parque Nacional Los Glaciares
Perito Moreno is one of the highlights of Argentina. This vast glacier is located in the Parque Nacional Las Glaciares, close to the town of El Calafate. Whether you watch its huge ice blocks collapsing into the lake from the viewing platform or take a hiking tour on the glacier itself finishing at the only bar in the world where the ice is older than the whiskey, the glacier's scale and shades of white and blue will leave you speechless.
We recommend at least 2-3 nights in El Calafate, the gateway to the National Park.
Mendoza
Mendoza is famous for its Malbec wine and vineyards in a spectacular setting, but there is so much more to enjoy. From white water rafting, fly fishing for trout, horseback riding in the Andes at sunrise, biking through the vineyards, to climbing Mt. Aconcagua, the highest peak in South America, there are plenty of ways to experience this region. We recommend at least 3 nights in Mendoza.
Salta "La Linda"
Set at the foothills of the Andes mountain range, Salta is at an elevation of 1,152m. The city's architecture is spectacular and you can see the influences from bordering Bolivia, Paraguay and Chile. While it's worth spending at least one or two nights in Salta, build in time for the surrounding area. Take a day tour to El Cafayate and marvel at the unique mountain formations and desert colours on the way, or an overnight tour to Cachi in the Calchaquí Valley, known for its adobe houses and white colonial buildings, surrounded by snow-capped mountains.
Peninsula de Valdes
The Peninsula de Valdes, a nature reserve in Northern Patagonia, is best known for whales, sea lions and elephant seals. Probably the largest draw are the Southern Right Whales (Ballena Austral) that come to take shelter in the natural bays of the peninsula between June and November. We recommend spending at least two to three nights in Puerto Madryn, the gateway to the peninsula.
Bariloche and the Lake District
San Carlos de Bariloche, simply known as Bariloche, is situated in the foothills of the Andes and is Argentina's most popular destination for skiing and hiking. Its ever-present views of the glacial lake Nahuel Huapi are spectacular, but the area is also a foodie hub, well known for its traditional asados (BBQs), choloatiers and micro breweries.
Ushuaia
Ushuaia is the capital of the Tierra del Fuego area in the southernmost tip of South America, often nicknamed the “End of the World.” Nestled between snow-capped Andean mountains and the shores of the Beagle Channel, it is an adventure hub where guests can visit national parks, kayak and hike, crab fish, visit penguins or explore old shipwrecks. In the winter, you'll find the world's southernmost ski resort, Cerro Castor.

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