Highlights of Chilean & Argentine Patagonia

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Start in metropolitan Santiago, then travel south to the windswept Strait of Magellan and Torres del Paine National Park. Trek on Perito Moreno Glacier in Argentina's Glaciares National Park, and hike among incredible mountain scenery in El Chalten. Finish in the vibrant metropolis of Buenos Aires.
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Overview

Trip type
Private Guided
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Very Easy
Trip pace
Flexible schedule

Highlights

    • Discovering Chile's capital city
    • Discover the stark beauty of the Last Hope Sound Torres del Paine
    • Visit an exceptional lodge in one of the world's most beautiful parks
    • See the unique estancia in picturesque Los Glaciares National Park
    • Experience hike El Chalten the land of legendary climbing peaks Fitzroy and Cerro Torre
    • Explore Argentina's bustling capital city

What's this trip about?

    Start in metropolitan Santiago, then travel south to the windswept Strait of Magellan and Torres del Paine National Park. Trek on Perito Moreno Glacier in Argentina's Glaciares National Park, and hike among incredible mountain scenery in El Chalten. Finish in the vibrant metropolis of Buenos Aires.

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Details

Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeStandard Group - 25 + people
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transportAll internal ground transport included
Start CitySantiago
End CitySantiago

Travel Themes

  • Cultural
  • Nature & Wildlife
  • National Parks

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Trip includes

    • Includes accommodations at first class hotels that reflect the best of local culture

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Itinerary

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Day 1: Welcome to Santiago

Accommodations: Lastarria Boutique Hotel

Arrive to Santiago, Chile’s metropolitan capital, where your private guide will take you to your boutique hotel in the charming Lastarria neighborhood. Lastarria is a nice area for walking around, with quiet streets, flo...

Day 2: The Windswept Strait Of Magellan And Last Hope Sound

Meals: Breakfast

Accommodations: Weskar Patagonian Lodge

Fly south to Punta Arenas/Puerto Natales and enjoy a scenic private transfer to your hotel, located in this small fishing town. Set on the beautiful Last Hope Sound, Puerto Natales is the gateway to Torres del Paine National Park.

Day 3: Navigate To Balmaceda Glacier / Zodiac Into Torres Del Paine

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Accommodations: Tierra Patagonia

Cross the Last Hope Sound by boat to Balmaceda glacier, disembarking there to explore the area on foot. Continue by a smaller zodiac boat along the Serrano River into Torres del Paine Na...

Day 4-5: Explore Torres Del Paine National Park

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Accommodations: Tierra Patagonia

Enjoy guided excursions each day to see the park’s iconic sites, such as the soaring granite towers from which it takes its name. Each day you can choose from active excursions, such as ...

Day 6: Transfer To El Calafate, Land Of Towering Glaciers

Accommodations: Estancia Nibepo Aike

Meals: : Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Cross the border from Torres del Paine National Park into Argentina and head to El Calafate, gateway to Los Glaciares National Park in Argentine Patagonia. Head deeper into the sce...

Day 7: Up Close And Personal On Perito Moreno Glacier

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Accommodations: Estancia Nibepo Aike

Enjoy a unique excursion to the iconic Perito Moreno Glacier. You won’t just view the glacier from a distance – you’ll take a catamaran ride to the front of the glacier and do a shor...

Day 8: Free Day On The Estancia: Hiking, Horseback Riding, Ranching Activities, Or Relaxation

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Accommodations: Estancia Nibepo Aike

Enjoy a day to explore your estancia. This is an outstanding area for hiking and horseback riding, and the staff at Nibepo Aike will take you riding or help you find the best trails to hike. There are also typical ranching activities that vary by day, such as sheep-shearing.

Day 9: Head To El Chalten For Extraordinary Mountain Scenery

Meals: Breakfast

Accommodations: Hosteria Senderos

Enjoy a scenic private transfer to El Chalten, located on the northern end of Los Glaciares National Park. This is the home of legendary climbing peaks Fitzroy and Cerro Torre. A visit to this part of Patagonia is a chance to hike and explore in the midst of some of the most extraordinary mountain scenery on earth

Day 10: Hike Los Glaciares National Park With Your Private Guide

Hike the peaks with your knowledgeable private guide, a local who will help you get a deeper understanding and appreciate of this remarkable area. There are plenty of hiking options in this area, most notably the strenuous and rewarding hikes to Fitzroy and Cerro Torr...

Day 11: Time To Hike And Explore More Of El Chalten

Meals: Breakfast

Accommodations: Hosteria Senderos

Take advantage of another day to hike and discover this spectacular area. Hiking trails are well-marked and easy to follow, so you have the option of self-guided exploration or arranging another day with your private guide.

Day 12: Back To Civilization: Cosmopolitan Buenos Aires

Meals: Breakfast

Accommodations: Mine Hotel

Say goodbye to the wilds of Patagonia and fly to Buenos Aires, Argentina’s colorful capital, where your private guide will take you to your boutique hotel in the fashionable Palermo district. This is one of the best areas of town for walking around, with charming boutiques and top restaurants.

Day 13: Torres Del Paine

Meals: Breakfast

Accommodations: Mine Hotel

Explore Buenos Aires with your private guide, a bilingual local who will take you through the city’s unique neighborhoods. Discover the charms of Palermo, the Recoleta, the Teatro Colon, the Plaza de Mayo, San ...

Day 14: Depart For Home Or Your Next Destination

Meals: Breakfast

Today you will say goodbye to your local guide and head to the airport for your flight home or to your next destination.

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Price From $9,300
Price per day$664
Last Updated: 7/15/2018

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The total tour cost includes the tour price (regular or promotional) and the compulsory local payment. The promotional price is subject to change. Check directly with the operator for the latest price offer. The tour operator requires you to pay only the tour price to purchase your travel. The compulsory local payment will be paid when you join the trip. All prices are based on double, twin or triple share occupancy. Solo passengers will be accommodated in a double, twin or triple room according to availability with a passenger(s) of the same gender. Single supplement only needs to be paid if the passenger does not want to share and requests their own room. Discounts can only be applied at the time of booking and cannot be added at a later date, regardless of any changes made to the original booking.

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Cancellation policy

Notice of cancellation of your trip must be received in writing by Vaya Adventures.  If it becomes necessary for you to cancel your trip, the following fees will apply to cancelled trips, computed as of the date of receipt of written cancellation notice:

More than 120 days prior to departure: $0 (initial deposit is non-refundable)

91 to 120 days prior to departure: 25% of total cost for entire trip

30 to 90 days prior to departure: 50% of total cost for entire trip

Less than 30: 100% of total cost for entire trip

**Cancellation schedules for cruises or certain special events are sometimes more strict.  Additionally, clients are subject to any cancellation fees assessed by the purveyors of services including hotels or airlines used in the itinerary.  We highly recommend that all clients purchase trip cancellation insurance.  No partial refunds are possible for unused portions of a trip. Vaya Adventures is not responsible for any expenses incurred by trip members in preparing for a canceled trip (e.g., non-refundable advance purchase air tickets, visa fees, inoculations, equipment, etc.) or for any additional arrangements.  If for any reason Vaya Adventures cancels your trip, an alternative trip of a similar standard will be offered to you.  If this is not acceptable to you, then all moneys paid by you to Vaya Adventures will be refunded.  Beyond the trip costs paid to us, Vaya Adventures is not responsible for any loss or damage that arises out of any cancellation for any reason whatsoever.

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Meals Included

12 Breakfasts, 6 Lunches and 5 Dinners

Age Requirements
No age restrictions
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