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Arrival at the airport and transfer to the hotel. In the afternoon, we make a panoramic tour of the city. We start in Plaza de Mayo, witness to the most important events of the country since 1810, to then continue to the neighbourhood of La Boca and finish in 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 scheduled flight to Trelew. Arrival and transfer to Puerto Madryn. Once there, afternoon at leisure to explore this maritime city.

Meal: Breakfast

Visit to the Valdés Peninsula, declared a Natural Heritage Site by UNESCO because of its geography, flora and fauna, characteristics that make it a nature’s paradise. This tour stands out for the variety and quality of the experiences it offers. We start at Estancia San Lorenzo to trek through the penguin colony, where more than 6,600 Magellanic penguins live during the breeding season. After enjoying lunch (not included) we will visit Punta Norte, the most likely site for coastal whale and elephant seal sightings, and Puerto Pirámides, where whale watching can be done from September to early December.

Meal: Breakfast

Morning at leisure. Transfer to the airport to board the flight to Ushuaia. Arrival, reception and transfer to the selected hotel.

Meal: Breakfast

Departure from the city to Tierra del Fuego National Park to visit Ensenada Bay, Lapataia Bay, where National Route 3 ends, in addition to Lake Acigami (former Lake Roca), which is featured by its changed-by-weather water's colour. In the afternoon, sail the Beagle Channel to admire the Sea Lions Island, Les Eclaireurs Lighthouse and Ushuaia ́s Bay from the water.

Meal: Breakfast

At due time, transfer to the airport to board the scheduled flight to El Calafate. Arrival and transfer to the selected hotel.

Meal: Breakfast

Visit the Perito Moreno Glacier, located in Los Glaciares National Park and declared a Natural Heritage Site by UNESCO. During the tour, a walk along the walkways located in front of the glacier allows to admire it from different angles. The visit can be enhanced by a one-hour boat trip that helps to acquire a better dimension of the height of its peaks. Return to the hotel.

Meal: Breakfast

Day at leisure until the time of the suggested flight. We suggest a boat trip through Lake Argentino to complete your experience.

Meal: Breakfast

In the morning transfer to the local airport to board, the scheduled flight to Puerto Iguazu. Arrival and reception at the airport; transfer to the hotel. In the afternoon departure from the hotel to the Foz do Iguaçu National Park, to get a different view of the falls. Return to Puerto Iguazu.

Meal: Breakfast

In the morning we will visit the Argentinean side of the Iguazu Falls, declared World Heritage Site by UNESCO and one of the New Seven Wonders of Nature. We will visit the Devil’s Throat Balcony, upper and lower paths from where you can take the Great Adventure as an optional tour.

Meal: Breakfast

Transfer to the airport to board the scheduled flight to Salta. Arrival and reception in the airport. In the afternoon, enjoy a visit to the beautiful city of Salta including a must, the MAAM (High Altitude Archaeology Museum), with a great archaeological asset because of the girls’ mummies found in the Llullaillaco Volcano. Max. Altitude: 1.152 MASL (3.779 ft.)

Meal: Breakfast

Today we go on a tour to Jujuy province, to get to know the Huma Huaca Gorge, Cultural and Natural Heritage Site by UNESCO. Total travelled distance: 476 km (296 miles) Time travelled 12 hours Max. Altitude: 3.012 MASL (9.882 ft.)

Meal: Breakfast

Departure from Salta through slopes and ravines to the Calchaquies Valleys. We will visit Cachi, Route 40, De las Flechas’s Gorge, to finally arrive at Cafayate Total travelled distance: 320 km (199 miles) Time travelled: 11/12 hours Max. Altitude: 3.348 MASL (10.984 ft.)

Meal: Breakfast

In the morning, we will take a brief tour of the town including a visit to a winery. After lunch (not included) departure towards Salta visiting the Quebrada de Cafayate (Cafayate ́s Gorge) with its strange rock formations. Arrival at Salta and transfer to the airport. Reception at the airport and transfer to the hotel. Total travelled distance: 197 km (122 miles) Time travelled 8 hours Max. Altitude: 1.683 MASL (5.522 ft.)

Meal: Breakfast

At due time, transfer to the airport to board the scheduled flight.

Meal: Breakfast

Inclusions

-Needed transfers.
-Accommodation: 14 nights.
Buenos Aires (3) - Puerto Madryn (2) - Ushuaia (2) - El Calafate (2) - Puerto Iguazú (2) -
Salta (2) - Cafayate (1).
-Tours:
Buenos Aires: City tour – Dinner tango show.
Puerto Madryn: Valdés Peninsula with penguin colony of San Lorenzo.
Ushuaia: Tierra del Fuego National Park - Beagle Channel boat trip.
El Calafate: Perito Moreno Glacier.
Puerto Iguazu: Argentinian Falls - Brazilian Falls.
Salta: Walking Tour with MAAM - Calchaquíes Valleys.
Jujuy: Huma Huaca Gorge.
-Meals: 14 breakfasts - 1 dinner.
-Needed tickets to Parks and museums.

Exclusions

Flight tickets and airport taxes.
Extra: Meals, drinks, tips, laundry service, telephone call and other personal expenses or services not specified on the program.
Eco-tax in Puerto Iguazú, Bariloche and port taxes in the Lake Crossing.
Early check in / late check out.
Optional activities.
Gratuities.
Travel and medical insurance.

Notes

Hotels Used Or Similar
BUENOS AIRES - NH TANGO OR SIMILAR
PUERTO MADRYN - PENINSULA HOTEL OR SIMILAR
USHUAIA - LOS ACEBOS OR SIMILAR
EL CALAFATE - IMAGO HOTEL AND SPA OR SIMILAR
PUERTO IGUAZU - MERCURE IGUAZU OR SIMILAR
SALTA - BRIZO SALTA OR SIMILAR
CAFAYATE - VIÑAS DE CAFAYATE OR SIMILAR

Operational notes:
Day 3: From December to March, the excursion to San Lorenzo does not have a stop in Puerto Pirámides.
From April to early September it is replaced by Península Valdés Sur visiting Puerto Pirámides, Punta Cantor and Caleta Valdés.
Day 11: The Alta Montaña Museum is closed on Mondays. Due to the closure of Cabildo (MAR) and Mercado de San Miguel (DOM). The points of interest to visit will be modified
Day 13: Pablo Díaz Museum and the Vine and Wine Museum close on Mondays.
Day 14 : A return flight after 9PM is required.

To keep in mind:
This program is available as a fixed departure. Please, ask about our exclusive benefits.
Puerto Iguazú: The access to Garganta Del Diablo can be interrupted because of the rise in river flow.
In case of taking The Great Adventure, consult its restrictions.
Due to the frequent flight reschedules, please consult the needed ones at the time of booking.

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 1: The transfer to the Tango Dinner Show is without a guide.
Day 5: The Beagle Navigation is a regular service with Spanish and English spoken onboard.
Day 9: You are required to arrive on a flight before 11 AM. If this is not possible, the visit will be scheduled for Day 10 as a full-day tour. In this case, it will not be possible to
take the optional "Gran Aventura" tour, and the visit to the Argentine Falls will be modified, visiting two of the three trails, which will be decided by the guide based on
schedules and available time.
Day 11: City walking tour with the High Mountain Museum: This starts at the meeting point.
It is not available on Sundays due to the closure of the San Miguel Market or on Mondays due to the closure of the High Mountain Museum. A flight before 3 PM is required.
Luggage allowed: Only one carry-on bag is allowed for round-trip services with overnight stays outside the city of Salta, such as the Vuelta de los Valles Calchaquíes.
Day 12: The Pucará de Tilcara is closed on Mondays.
Day 13: The flight at 9:30 PM is required.

Private Services
Round-trip transfers with a guide.
Day 9: If staying at the Hotel del Vino, the transfer to the meeting point for the Walking Tour is with a guide.

Regular Services
Arrival transfer with a guide. Departure transfer without a guide.
Day 1: The city tour is scheduled for the afternoon.
Day 5: The excursion to the National Park operates only in the morning.

Program Touring / Guide

Private touring

Trip Highlights

Buenos Aires - Puerto Madryn - Ushuaia - El Calafate - Puerto Iguazú - Salta - Cafayate

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