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Argentina and Chile’s Bucket List in one Enjoyable Journey

Argentina and Chile’s Bucket List in one Enjoyable Journey

Chile & Argentina Multi-Country Journeys

Destination
Multi-Country Journeys
Days
21 days / 20 nights
Departures
Year-round
Places visited
Buenos Aires, El Calafate, Ushuaia, Australis Cruise, Punta Arenas, Torres del Paine, Santiago de Chile, and Easter Island

What´s included

  • Daily breakfast, all transfers, tours with bilingual guides, and local taxes
  • 2 nights of accommodation at selected hotel in Buenos Aires
  • 3 nights of accommodation at selected hotel in El Calafate
  • 1 night of accommodation at selected hotel in Ushuaia
  • 4 nights of accommodation onboard the M/N Stella Australis Cruise with full board & activities
  • 4 nights of accommodation at Las Torres Hotel in Torres del Paine
  • 2 nights of accommodation at selected hotel in Santiago de Chile
  • 4 nights of accommodation at selected hotel in Easter Island
  • 1 Dinner & Show at Tango Porteño Vip with tango lesson in Buenos Aires
  • 1 Half Day City Tour & Colon Theater in Buenos Aires
  • 1 Full Day Perito Moreno Glacier
  • 1 Full Day Marpatag Navigation in Ushuaia
  • 1 Half Day Trails in Tierra del Fuego National Park in Ushuaia
  • 1 Half Day Orongo in Easter Island
  • 1 Half Day Ahu Akivi in Easter Island
  • 1 Full Day Sunrise Tour to Moais Route and Anakena Beach in Easter Island
  • 1 Half Day Tahai Sunset in Easter Island

Not included

  • International & domestic flights
  • Meals and drinks other than those mentioned
  • Tips or personal expenses
  • Travel insurance
  • Optional tours and experiences
  • Any items not mentioned

Detailed description

Day 1
Buenos Aires

Upon arrival at Buenos Aires airport, private transfer to selected hotel.

Dinner & Show at Tango Porteño VIP with Tango Lesson

Tango Porteño recreates the Golden Age of tango, an Argentine passion that caught global attention for decades even today. The show’s meticulous scenery and costumes create the ultimate framework to transport you to that enchanting time when all of Buenos Aires was about Tango. The show is a travel back in time to the glory days of Buenos Aires when tango was “enjoyed and breathed” in every corner of the city. All the stars of the Golden Age of Tango live together, the great orchestras of Canaro, Fresedo, Piazzolla, De Caro, Gobbi, Biagi, De Angelis, Di Sarli, D´Arienzo, Lomuto, D´Agostino, Troilo and Pugliese developed to their full potential in a wholesome but demanding rivalry and challenged each other at the Chanteclair, Marabú, Tabaris, Tibidabo and many other ballrooms. A truly unforgettable experience.

Transfers included to/from the hotel. Tango lesson included.

Day 2
Buenos Aires
Full Day Classic City Tour & Colón Theatre

This tour portrays the many faces of Buenos Aires: we will visit the symbol of our city, the Obelisk, squares such as Plaza de Mayo, Plaza San Martin, and Plaza Alvear; Avenida De Mayo, Corrientes, and 9 de Julio among other avenues; La Boca and San Telmo, historic neighborhoods, the magnificent Palermo and Recoleta areas and modern neighborhoods like Puerto Madero; Lezama Park and Tres de Febrero (Palermo) and the commercial and financial areas of the city.

The Colon Theater keeps secrets in every corner and living the experience of a guided tour is knowing a portion of its history of more than one hundred years at the service of the Argentine and world culture. By touring the Hall, the Main Foyer, the Bustos Gallery, and the Golden Hall, visitors can absorb amazing details about architecture, staircases, sculptures, ceilings, or vitreaux. The duration of the tour in the theatre is approximately 50 minutes and is done by a specialized theater guide.

Tour Duration: 6 hours.

Day 3
Buenos Aires / El Calafate

At appropriate time, private transfer to the airport for your flight to El Calafate. Upon arrival, private transfer to selected hotel

Day 4
El Calafate
Full Day Perito Moreno Glacier

Departure from the hotel to Perito Moreno Glacier, a UNESCO World Heritage designation situated within Los Glaciares National Park some 80 km from El Calafate, driving through typical Patagonian steppe landscape and keeping an eye for Argentino Lake and interesting bird species. Reach Perito Moreno glacier, which extends 30 km (19 mi) long and 5 km (3 mi), and walls that reach up to 60 meters (100-195 feet) in height and ice with depths of 250 to 350 meters (800-1150 feet). The impressive creaking and squealing, with the occasional thunderous roars, is a stark reminder of the glacier’s constant movement. Walk on the trails by the western wall to admire this impressive wonder of nature. After the tour, return to the hotel. National Park entrance fee included.

Day 5
El Calafate
Full Day Marpatag Navigation

Transfer from the hotel to Punta Bandera to board an expeditionary boat to navigate Argentino Lake, through Spegazzini canal to Spegazzini glacier for a close-up look at the glacier, rising 80 to 135 meters (262 – 443 feet) above the lake; disembarking on a tranquil area for a guided trek tour. Then, sail to Upsala Glacier, where the lake is packed with a dazzling array of colorful and odd-shaped ice floes. Weather permitting, observe the Upsala glacier from a distance. Lunch onboard amidst this stunning landscape. Navigation to Canal de los Témpanos towards the Northern face of the Perito Moreno Glacier.

Note: the itinerary is subject to change based on the captain’s criteria to guarantee passenger safety.

Transfers to/from the hotel and Premium Gourmet Experience included. National Park entrance fee NOT included.

OPTIONAL: End the excursion at Moreno Port at no additional charge.

(This is a regular tour shared with other people. The pickup time is the start time of the bus picking up all passengers. The pickup time from your hotel may be extended for 30 to 40 minutes depending on the route of the hotels but you have to be ready at that time).

Day 6
El Calafate / Ushuaia

At appropriate time, private transfer to the airport for your flight to Ushuaia. Upon arrival, private transfer to selected hotel.

Half Day Trails in the Park

Tierra del Fuego National Park is located 12 km away from the city of Ushuaia, where the sub-Antarctic Forest, the Beagle Channel, and the Andes Mountains meet. In the vicinity of the National Park, the End of the World Train is found, whose service is optional at an additional cost. The National Route N3 will allow you to travel 21 km that separates you from the access to the famous Lapataia Bay, which attracts visitors from all over the world, not only for its beauty but also for being the end of the Pan-American Highway system, which starts in Alaska. The winding road will give you unique landscapes of the End of the World´s colors, lakes, and mountains.

Duration: 4 hrs.

Day 7
Ushuaia / Australis Cruise

At appropriate time, private transfer to the pier to board the M/N Stella Australis Cruise.

Australis Program

Included

  • Breakfasts, lunches, and meals.
  • Open bar when the bartender is on duty.
  • Daily shore excursions, as scheduled by the Company.
  • Whiskey and hot chocolate during excursions.
  • Activities inside the ship.

Not included

  • Gratuites.
  • Flights.
  • Transfers.
  • Personal expenses.

Embark on this five-day, four-night expedition from Ushuaia (Argentina) to Punta Arenas (Chile).

Between 10:00 AM and 5:00 PM, we will check-in at Avenida San Martín 409, next to the pier, to embark at 6:00 PM. After boarding, we will make a welcome toast and introduce the Captain and his crew. The ship will sail to the far south immediately after. Through the mythical Beagle Channel and the Strait of Magellan, we will travel through Patagonia and the channels of Tierra del Fuego.

Day 8
Cape Horn / Wulaia Bay

We will sail through the Murray Channel and Nassau Bay, arriving at Cape Horn National Park, where we will disembark, if weather conditions permit, to experience the magic of walking through one of the southernmost points of the world, surrounded by charm and legends.

In the afternoon, we will disembark at Wulaia Bay, a historic site of one of the largest settlements of the native Yagans canoeists. We will reach a viewpoint, walking through the Magellanic forest in. which lengas, coigües, canelos, and ferns grow, among other species.

Day 9
Pia Glacier / Porter Glacier

In the morning, we will sail along the northwest arm of the Beagle Channel to enter and disembark in the Pia Fjord. We will make a trip to the viewpoint from where you will see the homonymous glacier, whose main peak extends from the top of the mountain range to the sea. During the afternoon, in our Zodiac boats, we will navigate between high rocky walls until reaching the Porter Glacier.

Day 10
Agostini Sound / Aguila Glacier / Condor Glacier

In the morning, we will navigate the Cockburn Channel to enter the Agostini Sound, where you can appreciate the glaciers that descend from the center of the Darwin Mountain Range, some of them reaching the sea. During the morning, we will disembark in Zodiac boats for a walk around a lagoon formed by the melting of the Aguila Glacier. In the afternoon, we will navigate in Zodiac boats to approach the Condor Glacier. We will learn about the formation of glaciers and their influence on the abrupt geography of the Fuegian channels.

Day 11
Magdalena Island / Punta Arenas / Torres Del Paine

We will disembark at Magdalena Island first thing in the morning if weather conditions are suitable. On the island, we will be able to see a huge colony of Magellanic penguins. This excursion is replaced by a landing on Marta Island in September and April, where South American sea lions can be sighted from Zodiac boats. Then, we will arrive in Punta Arenas, disembarking at approximately 12 PM.

Upon arrival at Punta Arenas, regular transfer to Las Torres Hotel in Torres del Paine.

Las Torres Hotel Full Experience Programs

Included

  • Transfers IN / OUT from Punta Arenas, Puerto Natales or Calafate
  • Entrance fee to Torres del Paine National Park
  • All meals
  • Open Bar (not including premium spirits)
  • All excursions inside the National Park
  • Bilingual guides in Spanish/English (ask for quotes of other languages)
  • WI-FI (only in common areas)
  • A 20% discount on our spa

 

Not Included

  • Personal expenses
  • Tips to guides and drivers
  • Premium wines, premium liquors & premium beer.
  • Other excursions, tours, and activities indicated as optional or not included
  • Cruise fee is not included (requires prior reservation)
  • Extras at the hotels
Days 12-14
Torres del Paine

Experience an unforgettable stay at Las Torres Hotel, set in the breathtaking Torres del Paine National Park. This “all-inclusive” package offers the best of untamed Patagonia with a large variety of excursions by car, on foot, or horseback. Ride on horseback through the pampas, walk through virgin forests, and observe the impressive wildlife of this region. All excursions inside and outside the park are conducted in small groups with no more than eight passengers.

Choose any of the tours from the menu of the excursions.

Las Torres Hotel Excursions Menu

Trekking

  • Full Day Las Torres Base Viewpoint
  • Full Day Cuernos Trail Sector
  • Half Day Lenga Forest
  • Half Day Lake Nordeskjöld

Horseback Riding + Trekking

  • Full Day Las Torres Base Viewpoint

Horseback Riding

  • Half Day / Full Day Lake Nordeskjöld
  • Half Day Asencio Valley
  • Full Day Enchanted Valley

Las Torres Reserve Exclusives

  • Half Day Regenerative Kitchen Garden
  • Half Day Baqueano Cultural Experience

Van + Trekking + Boat Trip

  • Full Day Full Paine + Grey Glacier
  • Full Day Francés Valley
Day 15
Torres del Paine / Santiago de Chile

At appropriate time, regular transfer to the airport for your flight to Santiago. Upon arrival at the airport, private transfer to selected hotel.

Day 16
Santiago de Chile / Easter Island

At appropriate time, private transfer to the airport for your flight to Easter Island. Upon arrival, private transfer to selected hotel.

Afternoon at leisure.

Day 17
Easter Island
Half Day Orongo – Rano Kau Excursion

Departure from your hotel towards the Cave Ana Kai Tangata, where in one of its walls, birds are drawn in a stylized painting, representing Manutara (sea swallows) and whose precious egg was the center of the annual birdman competition.

Later visit the Vinapu sector, an archaeological site which has large basalt slabs carefully made similarly to the Cuzco Inca constructions. Continue to Rano Kau, a place where you will find a lake with small islands of reeds and lush vegetation and micro fauna. Orongo ceremonial village where the ceremony of the Bird Man competition was performed. The Bird Man was appointed by the king and would be the spiritual and political leader during a period of one year. The sacred character is represented as a human shrunken body with a large beak and is sculpted in many engraved stones. Return to your hotel.

Half Day Ahu Akivi – Tahai

Departure from your hotel to Ahu Akivi, one of the few platforms on the island where the Moais face the ocean. Legend says that these structures represent the seven explorers sent by King Hotu Matu’a before his colonization voyage.

After this visit we will continue our trip toward the site of Puna Pau, a small red scoria crater, location at which the Pukao were made, a kind of hats or topknots placed on top of some Moais of the island.

Finally, visit Ahu Uri Aurenga, which has a single statue and has the distinction of having an orientation in the line of the winter solstice, marking not only the beginning of this season (tonga), but also the time of different taboo (prohibitions) regulating fishing and other activities on the island. Astronomically it is also facing east, lined with two neighboring hills, Maunga Mataengo and Maunga Tararaina, as well as 2 smaller Ahu nearby. Return to your hotel.

Day 18
Easter Island
Full Day Sunrise Tour to Moais Route and Anakena Beach

Depart to the east of the island to visit the Ahu Vaihu and Akahanga, temples formed by platforms or stone altars where Moais (huge monolithic figures carved of volcanic stone) and Pukaos (the hats or topknots formerly placed on top of some Moai statues) are assembled together. Continuing our trip, we will go to Rano Raraku, a volcanic crater formed of consolidated ash, which also contains a lagoon. The volcano has a historical significance for the island, because on its slopes the Moais were carved. Currently there remain 397 of these impressive sculptures.

Then we will visit the most surprising Ahu, a ceremonial platform, on the island. Ahu Tongariki has got 15 huge Moais. But in fact, it is Te Pito Kura which has the largest statue erected on an Ahu, the Moai Paro, with 10 meters high and 85 tons in weight. Next to Te Pito Kura we will find a large spherical stone which is identified as the navel of the world – Te Pito o Te Henua.

Finally, we will finish our day resting at Anakena, the most popular beach on the island. Besides its natural beauty, what makes it a unique beach is a row of Moais which turn their backs to the sea. Definitely Anakena is a unique landscape to enjoy before returning to our hotel. Box Lunch included.

Day 19
Easter Island
Half Day Tahai Sunset

Explore Rapa Nui’s only village and visit the market, the church and the village center. After this, we will travel to Ahu Tahai, a complex that houses three ahus and their respective restored statues, arriving just in time for sunset. (Bear in mind that during the summer, the sun sets at around 9pm, which means it’s not possible to watch the sunset during that season).

Day 20
Easter Island / Santiago de Chile

At appropriate time, private transfer to the airport for your flight to Santiago. Upon arrival, private transfer to selected hotel.

Day 21
Santiago de Chile

At appropriate time, private transfer to the airport for your flight.

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