The Best of Patagonia

Day 1  Fly to Buenos Aires, Argentina  

Days 2-3  Buenos Aires  
Transfer to your hotel and spend the rest of your day at leisure. The following day, a morning tour of the city will take you from the cobbled alleys and colonial architecture of San Telmo to the colourful streets of La Boca and on to historic Recoleta. In the evening, enjoy a traditional Argentine dinner and an iconic tango show.  

Day 4  Buenos Aires    
Today is free for you to explore more of Argentina’s vibrant capital city.  

Day 5  Buenos Aires to El Calafate    
Fly to El Calafate, the gateway to the spectacular Los Glaciares National Park.  The afternoon is free for you to explore.  

Day 6  El Calafate    
This is sure to be an unforgettable day with a trip to the awe-inspiring Perito Moreno Glacier. Head out by boat to get close to the towering face of the glacier before enjoying the panoramic views of this vast wall of blue ice from a series of walkways.

Day 7  El Calafate    
Enjoy a day at leisure in this beautiful region of Argentina. Ask your travel consultant about the optional activities available.  

Day 8  El Calafate to Torres del Paine NP, Chile    
Cross the border into Chile and arrive at the magnificent Torres del Paine National Park.  

Days 9-10  Torres del Paine NP    
Explore some of the highlights of this breathtaking park with two full days and a choice of included activities. Marvel at the jagged peaks of the Paine Massif, discover crystal clear lakes, imposing glaciers and majestic waterfalls.  

Day 11  Torres del Paine NP to Puerto Natales    
Transfer to the city of Puerto Natales.  

Day 12  Puerto Natales to Puerto Varas    
Today, fly to Puerto Montt in the Chilean Lake District before continuing to the picturesque lakeside town of Puerto Varas, set against the dominant backdrop of Osorno Volcano.

Day 13  Puerto Varas    
Choose to spend today exploring, perhaps head out on a hike or bike tour, or maybe take to the waters in kayaks.  

Day 14  Puerto Varas to Bariloche, Argentina    
Journey on the incredible ‘Cruce Andino’ route through the Andes mountains from Puerto Varas in Chile to Bariloche in Argentina’s Lake District. A combination of boats and buses will take you across spectacular lakes and mountain passes.

Day 15  Bariloche    
Enjoy a tour of the mountains and lakes which surround Bariloche. Take the chairlift up to the mountain peak of Cerro Campanario and soak up the impressive views.  

Day 16  Bariloche    
With a day at leisure, opt to hike a stunning alpine walking trail.  

Days 17-18  Fly home    
Fly to Buenos Aires in time to catch your flight home.