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Discover the breath-taking landscapes of Chile and Argentina's Patagonian peaks and plains on this comprehensive 20-day group tour, with walking and wildlife spotting. Journey from the cosmopolitan city of Santiago to the elegant city of Buenos Aires. Visit Chile's beautiful volcano-dotted Lake District, hike in Torres del Paine National Park, explore Tierra ...
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Overview

Trip type
Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Highlights

    • Santiago - Take in the highlights of Chile's capital city on a walking tour
    • El Calafate – Explore this thriving tourist resort on the southern shore of Lago Argentino, Argentina's largest lake
    • Pucon - Enjoy free time and optional activities in the picturesque leisure capital of the lake district, located on the shores of Lake Villarica
    • Puerto Varas - Visit the crystalline cascade of the Petrohue Falls and explore this charming town in the Chilean lake district, with its snow-capped volcanoes and picturesque scenery
    • Chiloe Island - Step back in time on a full day excursion to this extraordinary island with its ox-driven carts, unpaved roads and wood-shingled churches
    • Punta Arenas - Wander around Chile's port city on the edge of the Strait of Magellan
    • Torres del Paine National Park – Spend two full days exploring this famous park with its dramatic landscape of tortured rock towers and needles
    • Los Glaciers National Park - Marvel at the spectacular Perito Moreno Glacier and explore this region of extraordinary natural beauty on a walk along one of the park's many trails
    • Tierra del Fuego National Park - Walk the bright green deciduous beech forest and lean about the flora and fauna
    • Buenos Aires - Explore Argentina's captivating capital, dubbed the Paris of South America, on a guided walking tour

What's this trip about?

    Discover the breath-taking landscapes of Chile and Argentina's Patagonian peaks and plains on this comprehensive 20-day group tour, with walking and wildlife spotting. Journey from the cosmopolitan city of Santiago to the elegant city of Buenos Aires. Visit Chile's beautiful volcano-dotted Lake District, hike in Torres del Paine National Park, explore Tierra del Fuego and marvel at the Perito Moreno Glacier.

Details

Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeSmall Group - max of 20 people
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transportAll internal ground transport included
Start CitySantiago
End CityBuenos Aires

Travel Themes

  • Cultural
  • Nature & Wildlife

Destinations

Attractions

  • Buenos Aires
  • El Calafate
  • Puerto Varas
  • Punta Arenas
  • Santiago
  • Torres del Paine National Park
  • Ushuaia

Min Group Size

  • Min Group Size: 20

Max Group Size

  • Max Group Size: 20

Trip includes

    • 19 nights 3-4 star hotels.
    • 19 breakfasts and 1 lunch
    • Airport arrival and departure transfer on day 1 and day 20
    • Guided tour of Santiago and Buenos Aires
    • Visit to Chiloe Island and Petrohue Falls in the Lake District
    • Los Glaciares National Park - visit to Perito Moreno Glacier and guided walks
    • Ushuaia - Tierra del Fuego National Park expedition
    • Torres del Paine National Park - 2 full days in the park to explore by vehicle and foot
    • 4 economy class flights: Santiago - Temuco, Puerto Varas - Punta Arenas, El Chalten - Ushuaia and Ushuaia - Buenos Aires
    • Escorted by a tour leader and specialist local guides at certain sites
    • Transportation by flights, private vehicle, train, public bus

Itinerary

Travel Map

Day : 1 Santiago

Welcome to Santiago. Upon arrival, you'll be met and transferred to our hotel. There's time to relax before we embark on a walking tour of Chile's capital. We enjoy panoramic views over the city from Cerro Santa Lucia park and from the summit of San Cristobal, which w...

Day : 2 Santiago

Today is free for you to independently explore Santiago at your own pace or join an optional excursion to Valparaiso, which is a lively seaport built on a series of hills, overlooking the seaside resort of Vina del Mar. In Chile’s second city you can explore the steep...

Day : 3 Pucon

Santiago - Temuco - Pucon. This morning we take an hour flight down to Temuco followed by a short drive to Pucon - leisure capital of the lake district. Overlooked by the magnificent peak of Villarrica Volcano, Pucon is a popular summer resort on the banks of Lake Vil...

Day : 4 Pucon

Spend the day at leisure in Pucon or choose from three exciting optional excursions. There's an optional full day visit to Huerquehue National Park, hiking through the picturesque araucaria forests, known for their native monkey puzzle trees and beautiful lakes. Alte...

Day : 5 Puerto Varas

Pucon - Puerto Varas. This morning we take a 4-hour bus journey to Puerto Varas. This pretty town is nestled along the shore of Lake Llanquihue, one of South America's largest natural lakes, in the heart of the picturesque lake district. Sitting in the shadows of the ...

Day : 6 Chiloe

We enjoy a full day excursion to Chiloe today. This remarkable island evolved separately from the mainland, boasting its own unique history, architecture, and mythology. Approximately half of its population engages in traditional agriculture, employing age-old techniq...

Day : 7 Punta Arenas

Puerto Varas - Punta Arenas. This morning we take a short drive to Puerto Montt, followed by a two-hour flights to Punta Arenas. On a clear day we can enjoy incredible views of the southern icecap, its fjords, volcanoes and glaciers. As we reach the city, we see the ...

Day : 8 Torres del Paine

Punta Arenas - Puerto Natales. This morning we explore the historic city or if the weather is nice we head out onto the water for boat trip out to Magdelena Island to see the island's large colony of Magellanic penguins or enjoy a kayaking adventure through the natura...

Day : 9-10 Torres del Paine

Over the next two days we explore the wonders of Torres del Paine National Park by private vehicle and on foot. Leaving early in the morning and returning to the comfort of Puerto Natales by evening. Whilst exploring the park we will take in the best breath-taking vi...

Day : 11 El Calafate

Puerto Natales - El Calafate (Argentina). This morning a coach journey takes us across the Patagonian steppe and into Argentina. As we pass through the beautiful landscape, we pass guanacos, nandus (similar to ostriches), flamingos and see the translucent Lago Argenti...

Day : 12 El Chalten

This morning we make our way to explore Perito Moreno Glacier, recognised as one of the world's most dynamically changing glaciers. We have a short stop in a town that serves as a pivotal stop for those visiting the Glacier point, then we start our 2.5 hour guided tou...

Day : 13-14 El Chalten

El Calafate - El Chalten. This morning we travel by road through uninhabited wilderness to El Chalten. Here, we spend the next two days. This small town boasts an idyllic lcoation, encircled by the awe-inspiring, rugged peaks of the Fitzroy range within Los Glaciares ...

Day : 15 Ushuaia

An early morning road journey takes us back to El Calafate for our flight to Ushuaia. Known as the world's southernmost city, Ushuaia, sits at the foot of a hand of jagged peaks. Although isolated, it once housed a penal colony in the early 20th century and transforme...

Day : 16 Tierra del Fuego

Today brings an incredible opportunity to explore Tierra del Fuego National Park with its lush deciduous beech forests cascading down towards vivid lakes, and fjords teeming with waterfowl and beavers. We stroll along winding hillside trails, unveiling the views of th...

Day : 17 Buenos Aires

Ushuaia - Buenos Aires. Today we fly to the Argentine capital, Buenos Aires. A beautiful cosmopolitan city known for its fascinating districts and being the birthplace of the Tango and Diego Maradona. We spend the next three nights in this lively city, with ample time to explore and enjoy evenings sampling the tasty world-renowned steaks and delicious wine, or enjoying a tango show.

Day : 18-19 Buenos Aires

On day 18 enjoy a guided tour of the capital, visiting the city's renowned landmarks. Starting our tour in the historical hub where government buildings and churches blend harmoniously with stylish shopping districts, resonating a Parisian charm. We explore the iconic...

Day : 20 Buenos Aires

Today marks the end of your incredible adventure. After breakfast and hotel check out you will be transferred to the airport in Buenos Aires for your onward departure journey.

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Last Updated: 1/5/2025
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Accommodation

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No age restrictions
Minimum age 12. If booking a family please contact GH to request/check triple rooms / rooms next to each other before confirming the bookingThere is no maximum age. Those 70 or over will be required to fill out a tour suitability tour.
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