Patagonia: Edge of the World featuring Argentina, Chile, and a 4-Night Patagonia Cruise - 2024
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- Spend the afternoon at a Patagonian estancia and enjoy a traditional lamb roast in the owner’s home.
- Enjoy unlimited wine and beer with every dinner while onboard your cruise ship.
- Get a glimpse into Argentine culture at a lively tango performance.
- Meet a local gaucho (cowboy) and learn all about life on the ranch.
- Embark on a 4-night cruise through the fjords and ethereal wilderness of Patagonia.
- Hike the "End of the Earth" at Cape Horn.
- Enter a rugged wonderland as you walk through the breathtaking Torres del Paine National Park.
- Venture to Argentina's Perito Moreno Glacier.
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Snowcapped mountains towering in the distance. Vibrant teal waters lapping against the shore. Glaciers carving their way through the valleys. This is Patagonia – a rugged wonderland of nature nestled along Argentina and Chile.
Arrive in Buenos Aires, a city that radiates Latin-infused rhythm mixed with European heritage. Meet your fellow travelers for a welcome briefing at your hotel. Head to dinner with your new friends and indulge in savory Argentine flavors.
Start the day with a visit to the famous Recoleta Cemetery and take in the towering mausoleums – considered to be one of the most beautiful cemeteries in the world – and the final resting place of Eva Peron. After, embark on a panoramic city tour and coast down the fa...
Fly to El Calafate, the gateway to Patagonia’s natural splendor, known as the “National Capital of the Glaciers.” Perhaps in the afternoon you’ll join your Tour Manager on a walk to the Reserva Laguna Nimez. Don’t forget your binoculars as this natural reserve is home to various indigenous birds. Gather this evening for dinner with your fellow travelers.
This morning, get ready to embark on a cruise that will take you up close to the Perito Moreno Glacier. This gigantic tower of vibrant ice rests against blue-green waters – an awe-inspiring blanket to the natural world. Then, capture many views of the glacier from a s...
Make your way into Chile at Puerto Natales. En route, stop to spend time with a local gaucho in his home – a typical Patagonian estancia. Enjoy a traditional lamb roast lunch as you chat and learn about the culture. Venture through the edge of the Patagonian countryside, featuring unparalleled views of lakes and mountains, before settling into your hotel.
Venture into Torres Del Paine National Park, a UNESCO biosphere reserve. Among the jagged mountains, ethereal teal waters, and expansive grasslands, you may spot soaring condors, inquisitive guanacos (llamas), and independent felines. Marvel at the cascading waterfalls as you make your way through what is considered one of South America’s most incredible national parks.
Discover the coastal metropolis city of Punta Arenas with a local guide. Admire the sights where brightly colored houses meet modern skyscrapers. As the day draws to a close, leave the mainland on the Ventus Australis – your home for the next four nights. Head for one of the most remote corners of the world as you sail through Chilean waters.
Dock in Ainsworth Bay. As you take your Zodiac to shore, keep an eye out for the area’s extensive birdlife or perhaps a colony of elephant seals. Get ready to choose how to spend the morning because it’s your choice! Embark on new adventures by starting at the beach t...
Take a Zodiac to shore and stand in awe before the Pia Glacier, a colossal mass of ice slowly crawling down the mountains. Decide where you want to hike** because it’s your choice! Traverse the Pia Boulders on a medium level hike for panoramic views of the glacier -OR...
Disembark*** at Cape Horn National Park, home to an archipelago of islands, and considered to be the “End of the Earth.” This afternoon, anchor at fabled Wulaia Bay and visit the historic radio station, formerly used by the Chilean Navy. Explore the area by selecting ...
Embark on your final sail through Patagonia as you enter Argentine waters, docking at Ushuaia. End your Patagonian adventure at Tierra del Fuego National Park. With the wind in your hair and fresh air in your lungs, breathe in the peace and serenity. There’s nothing like witnessing the dramatic landscape of waterfalls, glaciers, and forests surrounding you.
Fly to Buenos Aires where you’ll spend most of the day at leisure. Gather for a farewell dinner at a popular tango house to savor Argentine cuisine before watching an authentic tango performance.
Say adios to Argentina as your tour draws to a close this morning.
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