Arrival at the airport and transfer to the hotel. In the afternoon, we make a panoramic tour of the city. We start at Plaza de Mayo, witness to the most important events of the country since 1810. Then, continue towards La Boca and finish at Palermo and Recoleta. In the evening, we attend a dinner show to appreciate the magnetism of tango.
Meal: Dinner
Transfer to the airport to board the flight to Comodoro Riva Davia. After arrival, we begin the trip to our first stop, the Petrified Forest José Ormachea, where we do a hike by a path, which helps us to understand more about the characteristic of this Petrified Forest. Then, continue towards Los Antiguos, located next to the Coast of the Buenos Aires Lake, the largest one in South America after Titicaca Lake. Travelled distance: 490 km (304 miles) Travel time: 7/8 hours.
Meal: Breakfast and Lunch
Today we cross the border into Chile in order to reach Chile Chico. Once we finish with the migratory process, we begin to border the General Carreras Lake by a mountain road. As we move forward, we pass through the Andean Forest and then reach a bay, where we embark to sail to the curious formation known as the Marble Chapels. This natural monument, formed by water erosion, features three mineral formations: the Marble Cathedral, the Marble Chapel and the Marble Cave. During the boat trip, we have the chance to access some of their corners. Finally, we have lunch (box lunch) before returning to Los Antiguos. Travelled distance: 490 km (304 miles) Travel time: 9/10 hours.
Meal: Breakfast and Lunch
This day we will travel along Route 41, one of the most beautiful routes in the entire Patagonia, which connects the town of Los Antiguos with Lago Posadas and is the gate to some of the most beautiful Argentinian Patagonia Park’s landscapes. We start from Lago Buenos Aires at 220 M.A.S.L and start ascending to the top of the plateau at 1500 MASL in order to go through four well-differentiated environments: steppe, Andean Forest, high grassland and the high mountain. This journey led us to a beautiful viewpoint of the impressive Monte San Lorenzo (3.706 mts – 12.158 ft.). Then, descend to the valleys of Posadas and Pueyrredón Lakes. After lunch at some panoramic point, explore the Jurassic Coast of Lago Posadas, Arco de Piedra, Cueva del Puma, the dry lagoons of different colours and the Isthmus which separates Posadas Lake from Pueyrredón Lake. Travelled distance: 159 km (99 miles) Travel time: 8/9 hours.
Meal: Breakfast and Lunch
Early in the morning, departure from Lago Posadas towards “el Cañadón del Río Pinturas” and visit the main archaeological site of Patagonia, declared World Heritage of Humanity by UNESCO in 1999, "Cuevas de las Manos". After a guided archaeological tour through its walkway, we return to the visitor centre where we have lunch. After lunch we visit the "Tierra de Colores" trail, where we take a 1 hour walk through unique landscapes. At the end of the walk, we continue towards Gobernador Gregores to spend the night at an authentic Estancia Patagonia, located in a unique area next to the mythical route 40. Total Distance: 332 Km (200 miles) Travel time: 9/10 hours in excursion.
Meal: Breakfast, lunch and Dinner
In the morning we will visit the surroundings of the estancia to enjoy the countryside and at the indicated time we will continue to the national capital of trekking: El Chalten. Total Distance: 390 Km (242 miles). Travel time: 7 hours.
Meal: Breakfast and Lunch
Today we spend our day walking along one of the emblematic paths of El Chaltén: Laguna Los Tres: A tour through impressive landscapes and forests to reach the base of the mythical Cerro Fitz Roy; visiting lagoons of different shades, imposing glaciers and world famous climbers' camps. Level of demand: Medium - High. Hiking time: 8/9 hours.
Meal: Breakfast and Lunch
Before departing to El Calafate we do a must-see trek where we rach an incredible view of the Cerro Torre massif, Cordón Adela, Cerro Solo and its different glaciers.
Level of demand: Medium
Hiking time: 7/8 hours
At the end of the day, transfer to El Calafate, arrival and accommodation.
Travelled distance: to El Calafate: 217 km (134 miles)
Travel time: 3/4 hours.
Meal: Breakfast and Lunch
Visit to the Perito Moreno Glacier, within Los Glaciares National Park, declared a Natural Heritage Site by UNESCO. During the tour, a stroll along the walkways located in front of the glacier provides views from different perspectives. The visit can be enhanced by a one-hour boat trip (optional), which allows to get a better dimension of the height of its peaks and walls. Free time for lunch (not included).
Meal: Breakfast
Day at leisure to take optional tours. Depending on your interests, we suggest you take a look to the different options we prepared for you.
Meal: Breakfast
At due time, transfer to the airport to board your flight to Buenos Aires. Arrival, reception at the airport and transfer to the hotel.
Meal: Breakfast
Time at leisure until the transfer to the airport, to board your scheduled flight.
Meal: Breakfast
-Needed transfers.
-Accommodation: 11 nights.
Buenos Aires (2) -Los Antiguos (2) - Lago Posadas (1) – La Angostura (1) - El Chaltén (2) - El Calafate (3).
-Tours: Buenos Aires: City tour - Dinner tango show.
Los Antiguos: Jose Ormachea Petrified Forest - Marble Chapel - Zeballos Route – Posadas Lake - De Las Manos Cave.
El Chaltén: De los Tres Lagoon –Torre Lagoon.
El Calafate: Perito Moreno Glacier.
-Meals: 11 breakfasts - 7 lunches (box lunch) -2 dinners.
-Needed tickets to the Parks and Reserves.
Flight tickets and airport taxes.
Extra: Meals, drinks, tips, laundry service, telephone call and other personal expenses or services not specified on the program.
Early check in / late check out.
Optional activities.
Gratuities.
Travel and medical insurance.
Hotels Used Or Similar
BUENOS AIRES - NH TANGO OR SIMILAR
LOS ANTIGUOS - ANTIGUA PATAGONIA OR SIMILAR
LAGO POSADAS - POSADA RIO TARDE OR SIMILAR
GOBERNADOR GREGORES - LA ANGOSTURA
EL CHALTEN - SENDEROS OR SIMILAR
EL CALAFATE - KOSTEN AIKE OR SIMILAR
SEASON: NOVEMBER TO APRIL
Operational notes:
Day 3: Boat trip to Marble Chapel is subject to weather conditions.
THE TARIFFS MAY BE MODIFIED IN THE WINTER HOLIDAYS PERIOD, LONG WEEK-ENDS, NATIONAL HOLIDAY, FESTIVE SEASON (FRON DEC 23ST TO JAN 4TH),
CONGRESSES, CONVENTIONS AND INCENTIVE: HOTEL RATES ONLY UPON REQUEST.
PLEASE, ASK THE MINIMUM OF NIGHTS AND MANDATORY DINNERS.
Basic concepts
1. Flights are not included. Please check at the time of booking the required flights, as they are subject to frequent rescheduling.
2. Lodging tax exemption. It is mandatory to receive copy of the passport in order to keep the exemption.
3. Meals as specified in the itinerary.
4. Tickets to natural reserves, national parks and museums.
IMPORTANT
PLEASE NOTE THAT THE RATES QUOTED FOR ACCOMMODATION IN ARGENTINA (EXCEPT USHUAIA AND HOTELS WITH SPECIAL TAX CATEGORY), DO NOT INCLUDE VAT ACCORDING TO THE REGULATION OF VAT EXEMPTION FOR EVERY PERSON RESIDENT IN FOREIGN COUNTRIES.
PLEASE NOTE THAT IN ORDER TO GET THE VAT EXEMPTION AS QUOTED WE WILL NEED TO RECEIVE COPY OF THE PASSPORTS FOR ALL PASSENGERS.
SERVICES AND PRICES NOT INCLUDED, ARE UPON REQUEST.
CONGRESSES, CONVENTIONS AND INCENTIVE: HOTEL RATES ONLY UPON REQUEST.
ENTRANCES FEES TO NATIONAL PARKS ARE NOT INCLUDED UNLESS OTHERWISE SPECIFIED.
HALF BOARD AND FULL BOARD SUPPLEMENT AVAILABLE ON REQUEST.
Notes:
Day 2: Arrival on a morning flight is required. From this day until day 8 inclusive, services are bilingual Spanish/English.
Days 2, 3, 4, 5, 6 & 7: Lunches are box lunch.
Day 3: Navigation to the Marble Chapels is a regular service, subject to weather conditions. Day 4: Crossing the Zeballos Route is subject to weather conditions. If it cannot be crossed, transfer will be via Route 40. This service, along with the transfer from Lago Posadas to Cueva de las Manos to El Chaltén, is a private service with a guide.
Private services
Arrival and departure transfers with guide.
Regular services
Arrival transfers with guide. Departure transfers without guide.