13 Day Patagonia Walking Tour with Buenos Aires
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Tour Itinerary
This itinerary requires a high level of physical fitness with up to 6 hours of walking per day. The route and activities are subject to change based on weather conditions. Please see the "Is This Trip Right for You?" section and the Trip Preparation tab for more information.
DAY 1, Sunday - Depart for ChileDepart for Chile
DAY 2, Monday - Arrive in Santiago
Arrive in the capital city of Santiago, and transfer to the hotel. Spend the rest of the day at leisure. Your tour will begin with an orientation meeting with your Tour Manager at approximately 6 PM, followed by a light dinner. We recommend that you select flights which arrive no later than 4 PM
Overnight: Santiago
Meals: Dinner
DAY 3, Tuesday - Santiago City Tour, Visit Santa Rita Vineyard
The city tour of Santiago takes you to the civic neighborhood, with its government buildings and the presidential palace of "La Moneda." Later, head outside the city to Santa Rita Vineyard located in the Maipo Valley, one of Chile's most famous wine producing areas. Begin with a guided tour of the vineyards, and learn about the winemaking process from grape to bottle. Delve into the rich history of Santa Rita Winery dating back to 1880, as you visit the colonial-style estate. Explore the historic cellars, where aged barrels and modern technology merge to create Santa Rita's renowned wines. The tour ends with lunch, and a tasting of three of the estate's high-quality wines paired with cheese. Afterward return to Santiago
Overnight: Santiago
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
DAY 4, Wednesday - Flight to Puerto Natales, Grey Peninsula Hike
In early morning, transfer to the airport for your flight to Puerto Natales, in southern Patagonia. On arrival, head to your hotel, and check into your room. In the afternoon, embark on a hike to Grey Peninsula. The trail takes you through a beech tree forest and onto a pebble beach where you can view Grey Glacier, the largest glacier in Torres del Paine National Park. Continue the hike along the beach, and around the peninsula. The trail takes you through diverse terrain, providing a chance to encounter local flora and fauna. You will also have the opportunity to view the Paine Massif in the distance, as well as massive icebergs that have calved from the glacial wall. Return to your hotel with free time before dinner
Overnight: Torres del Paine
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner Hike Activity Level: Easy, 2.5 Miles, 2.5 Hours, +/- 200 ft
DAY 5, Thursday - Hike Paine Grande
Depart the hotel, and travel to Grey Lake from where you board a catamaran to Refugio Grey. On arrival, admire the spectacular panorama of Grey Glacier, and begin the hike through the Paine Grande sector. The trail offers awe-inspiring views of glaciers, turquoise lakes, and the iconic peaks of the Paine Massif. Stop for picnic lunch along the way, surrounded by the pristine beauty of the Patagonian wilderness. Continue on the trail to Paine Grande, from where you catch another catamaran. The cruise across Pehoe Lake offers beautiful views of the southern face of the Paine Mountain Range. Arrive in Pudeto, and drive back to the hotel for dinner
Overnight: Torres del Paine
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, DinnerHike Activity Level: Challenging, 6 Miles, 4 Hours, +/- 1197 ft
DAY 6, Friday - Mirador Condor Trail, Salto Grande & Nordenskjold
Begin the day with a morning hike along the Mirador Condor trail. As you ascend, you will be rewarded with one of the most spectacular 360° panoramic views of Torres del Paine. Keep your eyes peeled for soaring condors and observe these majestic birds in their natural habitat. Follow a different trail on the Pehoe Camping side, and make a stop for lunch. Afterward, drive through the park to the impressive Salto Grande Waterfall. Admire the roaring waterfall tumbling 50 feet into Lake Pehoé below, before following the trail to Nordenskjold beach. During the hike look out for grazing guanacos (camelids). Later, return to the hotel with free time before dinner tonight
Overnight: Torres del Paine
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Hike Activity Level: Moderate, 3.1 Miles, 4 Hours, +/- 334 ft
DAY 7, Saturday - Border Crossing to Argentina, Estancia Visit, El Calafate
Today, say goodbye to Torres del Paine National Park, and travel towards Argentina. After border formalities, continue the drive towards El Calafate. Along the way make a stop at an estancia. Meet local gauchos, and learn about the rich heritage that defines the gaucho tradition. Savor a typical barbecue lunch, and hear about the wool industry in Argentina. Afterwards, opportunity to witness a sheep herding, and a sheep shearing demonstration before heading to El Calafate. Arrive and check into the hotel
Overnight: El Calafate
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
DAY 8, Sunday - Explore Perito Moreno Glacier at Los Glaciares National Park
An unforgettable day filled with astonishing scenery as you travel to the Perito Moreno Glacier at Los Glaciares National Park, declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO. The park, established in 1937, is the largest ice cap outside of Antarctica and Greenland with an ice field that controls the world's third largest reserve of fresh water. Los Glaciares National Park is renowned for its towering glaciers, majestic mountains, and diverse ecosystems. From a cliffside promenade that overlooks the constantly shifting ice, observe the glacier's massive ice wall, almost 3 miles wide and over 240 feet high above the lake's surface. Return to El Calafate in late afternoon
Overnight: El Calafate
Meals: BreakfastHike Activity Level: Easy, 5 Miles, 3 Hours, +/- 660 ft
DAY 9, Monday - Travel to El Chalten, Hike to Cerro Torre Viewpoint
This morning, travel to the charming village of El Chalten, known as the trekking capital of Argentina. The village serves as the gateway to the awe-inspiring trail to Cerro Torre Viewpoint. The trail unfolds through the scenic Lenga forest, and meanders along the Fitz Roy River. Perhaps, you might catch glimpses of birdlife, and the elusive huemul, a native deer species, endemic to the region. During the ascent, view the Canyon of the Fitz Roy River, and admire views of Cascada Margarita. As you approach Cerro Torre Viewpoint, the landscape transforms revealing the majestic spires of Cerro Torre, its surrounding peaks, and Cordon de las Adelas. Hike back to El Chalten along the same trail, and check into your hotel. This evening, visit a local brewery to learn how Patagonian beer is produced, followed by dinner
Overnight: Chalten
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, DinnerHike Activity Level: Moderate, 3.7 Miles, 3 Hours, +/- 656 ft
DAY 10, Tuesday - Laguna Diablo, Cagliero Glacier
Travel to Los Huemules Nature Reserve, and begin the hike along the trail that covers the entirety of the Valle del Rio Diablo. Continue on the trail heading north towards Laguna Diablo, offering beautiful views of the north face of the Fitz Roy Massif. Chance to spot torrent duck and other local wildlife. Cross the river on a bridge near Laguna Diabo and arrive at the mountain shelter Puesto Cagliero located in front of the glacier of the same name. Stop for lunch and admire views of the mighty Cagliero South Glacier, and Laguna Diablo. In the afternoon, return to Los Huemules on a different trail, through Blue Lagoon, and Green Lagoon. Arrive in Chalten in late afternoon
Overnight: Chalten
Meals: Breakfast, LunchHike Activity Level: Challenging, 7 Miles, 6 Hours, +/- 1312 ft
DAY 11, Wednesday - Mirador Condores and Aguilas Hike, Flight to Buenos Aires
Begin the day with a captivating hike to Mirador Condores and Eagles. The uphill trail leads to the Mirador Condores, a vantage point that rewards you with breathtaking panoramic views of the Torre and Fitz Roy massif and the Valle del Rio de las Vueltas (Turning River Valley). On the return, take a different trail which leads you to the Mirador de las Aguilas (Eagles Viewpoint). Marvel at the gorgeous view of the steppe, and Lago Viedma. Opportunity to spot eagles gracefully taking flight overhead. Following lunch at an estancia, transfer to the airport in El Calafate for the flight to Buenos Aires. Arrive, and check into your hotel
Overnight: Buenos Aires
Meals: Breakfast, LunchHike Activity Level: Easy, 2.4 Miles, 1.2 Hours, +/- 328 ft
DAY 12, Thursday - Buenos Aires City Tour
Discover the city's highlights this morning on a tour that includes the Plaza de Mayo, Metropolitan Cathedral and Casa Rosada (government palace); see the balcony where Eva and Juan Peron made their speeches. Then, head to the colorful La Boca neighborhood, a working class barrio, and visit it's most photographed street, Caminito. Continue to the neighborhood of Puerto Madero, a town of sophisticated buildings, luxury hotels and exclusive restaurants. Drive to the Recoleta Cemetery, final resting place of many of the wealthiest and most important Argentine historical figures. The grounds here cover more than four city blocks, filled with tombs and more than 6,400 mausoleums including the tomb of Eva "Evita" Peron. During dinner at a local restaurant, bid farewell to your Tour Manager
Overnight: Buenos Aires
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
DAY 13, Friday - Depart Argentina
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Meals: Breakfast
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Hiking Activity Overall Level: CHALLENGING
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Land only price does not include arrival/departure transfers, but does include flights Santiago-Puerto Natales & El Calafate-Buenos Aires.
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Hotel Lago Grey
This tourist class hotel has magnificent views of Grey Lake.
Hotel Lago Grey
This tourist class hotel has magnificent views of Grey Lake.
Hotel Rio Serrano
This first class hotel is located in the renowned Torres del Paine Park on the eastern border of the Serrano River.
Hotel Rio Serrano
This first class hotel is located in the renowned Torres del Paine Park on the eastern border of the Serrano River.
Hotel Rio Serrano
This first class hotel is located in the renowned Torres del Paine Park on the eastern border of the Serrano River.
Hotel Las Torres
This first class hotel is situated in the very heart of Patagonia's Torres del Paine National Park.
Calafate Parque Hotel
This first class hotel is located in the city center of El Calafate.
Kosten Aike Hotel
This superior tourist class hotel is situated in the city of El Calafate.
Kosten Aike Hotel
This superior tourist class hotel is situated in the city of El Calafate.
Kosten Aike Hotel
This superior tourist class hotel is situated in the city of El Calafate.
Kau Yatun Hotel Boutique
This first class hotel is located in Macrozona Bahía Redonda y Primeros Faldeos, a neighborhood in El Calafate.
Kau Yatun Hotel Boutique
This first class hotel is located in Macrozona Bahía Redonda y Primeros Faldeos, a neighborhood in El Calafate.
Kau Yatun Hotel Boutique
This first class hotel is located in Macrozona Bahía Redonda y Primeros Faldeos, a neighborhood in El Calafate.
Kau Yatun Hotel Boutique
This first class hotel is located in Macrozona Bahía Redonda y Primeros Faldeos, a neighborhood in El Calafate.
Kau Yatun Hotel Boutique
This first class hotel is located in Macrozona Bahía Redonda y Primeros Faldeos, a neighborhood in El Calafate.
Kau Yatun Hotel Boutique
This first class hotel is located in Macrozona Bahía Redonda y Primeros Faldeos, a neighborhood in El Calafate.
Kau Yatun Hotel Boutique
This first class hotel is located in Macrozona Bahía Redonda y Primeros Faldeos, a neighborhood in El Calafate.
Kau Yatun Hotel Boutique
This first class hotel is located in Macrozona Bahía Redonda y Primeros Faldeos, a neighborhood in El Calafate.
Kau Yatun Hotel Boutique
This first class hotel is located in Macrozona Bahía Redonda y Primeros Faldeos, a neighborhood in El Calafate.
Hotel Mirador Del Lago
This first class hotel is located in the city center of El Calafate.
Hotel Mirador Del Lago
This first class hotel is located in the city center of El Calafate.
Hotel Mirador Del Lago
This first class hotel is located in the city center of El Calafate.
Posada Los Alamos
This first class hotel is situated in the town of El Calafate.
Chalten Suites Hotel
This tourist class hotel is located in El Chalten, within Los Glaciares National Park.
Chalten Suites Hotel
This tourist class hotel is located in El Chalten, within Los Glaciares National Park.
Chalten Suites Hotel
This tourist class hotel is located in El Chalten, within Los Glaciares National Park.
Destino Sur Hotel & Spa
This first class hotel is located in El Chalten, within Los Glaciares National Park.
Destino Sur Hotel & Spa
This first class hotel is located in El Chalten, within Los Glaciares National Park.
Destino Sur Hotel & Spa
This first class hotel is located in El Chalten, within Los Glaciares National Park.
Destino Sur Hotel & Spa
This first class hotel is located in El Chalten, within Los Glaciares National Park.
Recoleta Grand Hotel
This deluxe hotel is located in Recoleta neighborhood of Buenos Aires, close to many attractions.
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