13 Days Argentina, Chile – Active Patagonia

Argentina, Chile – Active Patagonia

13 Days / 12 Nights

TOUR INCLUDES:

Accommodation in superior tourist or first-class hotels
Daily breakfast
Bicycle tours in Santiago and Buenos Aires
City tour of Punta Arenas with Nao Victoria Museum visit
Full-day excursion to Torres del Paine National Park
Full-day excursion to Perito Moreno Glacier
All transfers and transportation as per itinerary (public buses where noted)
Domestic flights (Santiago–Punta Arenas, El Calafate–Buenos Aires) not included but can be arranged
English-speaking local guides where applicable
Entrance fees to all included attractions

Argentina, Chile – Active Patagonia

13 Days / 12 Nights

ITINERARY:

Day 1 – Santiago de Chile

Arrival in Santiago de Chile. In the afternoon, enjoy a half-day bicycle tour exploring the Bohemian Bellavista District, the colorful Patronato Neighborhood, the bustling La Vega Market, and the heart of the city with Plaza de Armas and Mercado Central, famous for its seafood stalls.

Day 2 – Santiago de Chile – Torres del Paine

Flight to Punta Arenas and city tour, including a visit to the Nao Victoria Museum, showcasing historic ship replicas and maritime heritage. Continue by public bus (without guide) to Puerto Natales and transfer to your hotel inside Torres del Paine National Park.

Day 3 – Torres del Paine

Full-day excursion in Torres del Paine National Park, featuring a scenic hike along Lago Grey with panoramic views of the majestic Grey Glacier.

Day 4 – Torres del Paine

Day at leisure to enjoy the park at your own pace. Optional activities include horseback riding or a boat excursion on Lago Grey (both seat-in services).

Day 5 – Torres del Paine – El Calafate

Transfer by public bus to El Calafate, Argentina’s gateway to the Patagonian glaciers. Evening at leisure.

Day 6 – El Calafate

Full-day seat-in excursion to the iconic Perito Moreno Glacier, one of the few advancing glaciers in the world. Witness its dramatic ice calving and the stunning views across Lago Argentino.

Day 7 – El Calafate – El Chaltén

Transfer by public bus (without guide) to El Chaltén, a charming mountain village. Enjoy an independent short hike to Mirador Las Cóndores or Mirador Águilas for views of Mount Fitz Roy.

Day 8 – El Chaltén

Day at leisure or optional full-day seat-in hiking tour to Laguna de los Tres, a turquoise glacial lake beneath the awe-inspiring Mount Fitz Roy.

Day 9 – El Chaltén

Another free day for optional hiking. Consider the seat-in hike toward Cerro Torre, known for its spectacular peaks and the Torre Lagoon with views of the magnificent glacier flowing into it.

Day 10 – El Chaltén – Buenos Aires

Transfer by public bus to El Calafate Airport and flight to Buenos Aires. Arrival and transfer to hotel.

Day 11 – Buenos Aires

Four-hour guided bicycle tour through Buenos Aires’ elegant northern districts Palermo and Recoleta. Optional evening dinner and tango show at the renowned La Ventana Show House (seat-in service).

Day 12 – Buenos Aires

Half-day bicycle tour (4–5 hours) through the scenic Tigre Delta and San Isidro. Optional Wine Cocktail Class followed by an interactive dinner experience to learn about Argentine cuisine and culture.

Day 13 – Buenos Aires

Transfer to the airport for your homebound flight or extension stay in Argentina.