Patagonia In Style - 14 days
Patagonia In Style - 14 days
Patagonia In Style - 14 days
14 Days Starting in Santiago, Chile and ending in Buenos Aires, Argentina
Visiting: Santiago, Punta Arenas, Torres del Paine, El Calafate, Ushuaia, Tierra del Fuego, Buenos Aires
Tour operator:
Tour code:
2050/PAIS
Specialist Group:
Family/Kids
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
2 - 20
Age range:
12-
Special diets catered:
Vegetarians, Please contact On The Go Tours with specific dietary requests
Tour operated in:
EnglishTrip Styles:
Interests:
Activities:
Tour Overview
Embark on a 14-day adventure through the breathtaking landscapes of Patagonia, exploring the wonders of Argentina and Chile in style. Begin your journey in Santiago, Chile's vibrant capital, before heading south to the stunning Torres del Paine National Park, where you'll stay in a prime lodge and marvel at the iconic Paine massif. Cruise past the vivid blue icebergs of Glacier Grey and explore the serene beauty of Tierra del Fuego National Park. Cross into Argentina to witness the awe-inspiring Perito Moreno Glacier and relax in the charming town of El Calafate. Continue to Ushuaia, the southernmost city in the world, and sail the Beagle Channel. Conclude your journey in Buenos Aires, the "Paris of South America," with its rich cultural tapestry and lively atmosphere. Enjoy guided tours, luxurious accommodations, and the expertise of local guides throughout this unforgettable small group tour.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1: Santiago
Location: Santiago
Accommodation Name: hotel
Sunday. Bienvenido a Chile! Upon arrival at Santiago airport you will be met and transferred to our start hotel. Santiago is a very clean, modern city, located in a broad valley below the snow-capped Andes. If arriving into Santiago before 10am, join an afternoon walking tour where we visit a few of the many museums, markets and parks of this cosmopolitan capital. The evening is at leisure. For a panoramic view over the city, visit Cerro Santa LucÃa, a central park, or head towards the Italian quarter Bellavista for a beer in one of the pavement cafes.
Day 2: Santiago
Location: Santiago
Accommodation Name: hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Today is free for you to spend at leisure in Santiago or there is an optional visit to Valapariso, Chile’s second city, where you can wander around the winding streets passing brightly coloured colonial homes or take a wooden funicular to one of the cliff-top communities. There is also an option to visit a local vineyard to sample some delicious Chilean wine.
Day 3: Punta Arenas
Location: Punta Arenas
Accommodation Name: hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Santiago - Punta Arenas. This morning we embark on a 4 hour flight to Punta Arenas in southern Patagonia, looking out for the fjords, ice caps, volcanoes and glaciers that can easily been seen from the air on a clear day. After being transferred to our hotel and freshening up we have the rest of the day at leisure to explore the port city. Walk around the promenade walkway along the beach or head to the Plaza de Armas for some of the many bars and restaurants available.
Day 4: Torres Del Paine
Location: Torres del Paine
Accommodation Name: lodge
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Punta Arenas - Torres del Paine. Our morning begins with a private transfer to the Milodon Cave, which is famous for housing the extremely well-preserved remains of exotic, enormous animals including the ground sloth Mylodon Darwini. We take some time to explore the cave and spectacular scenery of lakes dotted with icebergs and condors soaring above our heads before continuing our journey to Torres del Paine National Park where we check in to one of the best located lodges within the park, which offers incredible views of the towering granite massif from the property. From the lodge we can explore extensively, on foot and by boat, and to enjoy the peace and beauty of this national park, deservedly one of South America's most acclaimed attractions.
Day 5-6: Torres Del Paine
Location: Torres del Paine
Accommodation Name: lodge
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
On day 5 we include a famous boat trip to see the giant Grey Glacier. We cruise past vivid blue icebergs that crowd Lago Grey as we make our way right up to the face of the Glacier Grey. Marvel at the monumental ice field that extends almost as far as the eye can see, with a cracking, calving wall of azure pinnacles.
Day 6 is at leisure. There are plenty of optional hikes on offer including a hike to Glacier Grey or to the base of the three monumental granite slabs of the Torres (towers) which takes approximately 8 hours return. Alternatively there are more leisurely trails through the forest which lead to other glacial formations or you can take a horse riding trip along the trails.
Day 7: El Calafate
Location: El Calafate
Accommodation Name: hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Torres del Paine - El Calafate (Argentina). We bid farewell to Chile today and make our way north to El Calafate in Argentina. We stop en route at Salto Grande waterfall and Laguna Amarga as we leave the park and then continue our journey across the remote Patagonian steppe and along the shore of Lago Argentino until we reach the town of El Calafate. The rest of the afternoon is at leisure to explore this small fast-growing town which is the perfect place to unwind and relax.
Day 8: El Calafate
Location: El Calafate
Accommodation Name: hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Our day begins with an excursion to the most dynamic glacier in the world, the Perito Moreno Glacier. We start by driving through the Los Glaciers National Park, and along the shores of Lago Argentino until we reach Patagonia’s most famous attraction. We then have some free time to walk across one of the many wooden walk ways for the perfect spot to view the awe-inspiring Perito Moreno Glacier which is 5km wide and towers 60m above the water surface. Listen out for the unforgettable sound of the glacier calving, with vast wedges of ice cracking and crashing into the lake below, forming icebergs.
There is also an optional mini-trek to walk on the glacier. This 2-hour walk is led by a local guide who will provide the crampons so you can walk on the immense ice sheet to explore the desolate landscape.
Day 9: El Calafate
Location: El Calafate
Accommodation Name: hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Today is free for you to relax or enjoy one of the optional excursions on offer. There is an optional full-day trip to explore ice fields which passes the still waters of Lago Onelli, dotted with icebergs. Other excursions include taking a tour of a local estancia, horse riding or driving to the El Chalten for a view of the Fitzroy range, a mecca for hikers and climbers.
Day 10: Ushuaia
Location: Ushuaia
Accommodation Name: hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
El Calafate - Ushuaia. Our journey continues to the ‘End of the world' today. We take a flight from El Calafate to Ushuaia, located in the southernmost tip of South America. Upon arrival we’re transferred to our hotel to freshen up before take a boat trip along the Beagle Channel, which was named after the ship that carried Charles Darwin as he travelled through these waters. We head out of Ushuaia Bay to explore the other bays of the channel, stopping so we can get a better view of the fauna including sea-lions, cormorants and if we’re lucky an albatross gliding over the water.
Day 11: Ushuaia
Location: Tierra del Fuego
Accommodation Name: hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Today we visit Tierra del Fuego, Argentina’s first coastal national park, which is a spectacular expanse of wild, forested peaks, pristine blue lakes and vast tundra. We discover some of the park’s most stunning natural sights including Pipo River, Ensenada Bay, Redonda Island, Roca Lake, Verde and Negra Lagoons and Castores Dam. Rich in flora and fauna, the park also offers ample variety of wildlife. Later, we continue our journey to Lapataia Bay to wander along the winding narrow hillside baths, through the bright green beech forests, and along the silvery lakes in hopes of seeing some of the fjords populated by water birds and beavers.
Day 12-13: Buenos Aires
Location: Buenos Aires
Accommodation Name: hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Ushuaia - Buenos Aires. For history enthusiasts, a visit to Harberton Ranch is a must (available November to February). This half-day excursion takes us on a scenic 85km journey through the rugged interior of Tierra del Fuego to the island’s first ranch, established by English missionaries and still operated by their descendants. Lucas Bridge's book "The Uttermost Part of the Earth" vividly recounts the ranch's history and the lives of the now-extinct Yamana and Ona people. Although sheep-rearing is now secondary to tourism, the ranch's picturesque setting remains a highlight.
Please note this excursion is subject to flight schedules from Ushuaia to Buenos Aires.
We then fly to the Argentine capital, Buenos Aires. Upon arrival we’re transferred to our hotel where we have the rest of the afternoon at leisure to explore this historical city known as the "Paris of South America" due to its lovely green parks, plazas and wide boulevards.
On day 13, we become acquainted with the city on a guided tour, visiting quirky neighbourhoods and artistic markets, where European and Latin American influences have mixed together to create a city like no other. Spend the rest of your time in the capital at leisure. Whether you are a culture lover, bargain hunter or night owl, Argentina's capital city has plenty to keep you busy.
You can opt to travel by motor catamaran across the River Plate border to Colonia in Uruguay
(don't forget your passport) where you can wander cobbled streets and admire the squat colonial houses from the top of the lighthouse.
Day 14: Buenos Aires
Location: Buenos Aires
Accommodation Name: hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Saturday. Our tour comes to an end today with an included transfer to the airport, or we can arrange post tour accommodation if you wish to extend your stay.
What's Included
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Accommodation
4 - 5 star -
13 nights 4-5 star hotels
Stay in comfortable 4-5 star hotels for 13 nights during the tour.
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13 breakfasts and 3 dinners
Enjoy 13 breakfasts and 3 dinners included in the tour package.
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Airport arrival and departure transfers on day 1 and day 14
Airport transfers are provided on the first and last day of the tour.
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Escorted by an experienced tour leader with the services of local guides
The tour is led by an experienced tour leader and includes services of local guides.
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Transportation in private vehicles
Travel in comfort with transportation provided in private vehicles.
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3 economy flights: Santiago – Punta Arenas, El Calafate – Ushuaia and Ushuaia – Buenos Aires
Economy flights are included between Santiago, Punta Arenas, El Calafate, Ushuaia, and Buenos Aires.
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Escorted by an experienced tour leader with services of local English-speaking specialist guides
The tour includes an experienced tour leader and local English-speaking specialist guides.
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Torres del Paine National Park - boat trip to Grey Glacier and Salto Grande Falls excursion
Experience a boat trip to Grey Glacier and an excursion to Salto Grande Falls in Torres del Paine National Park.
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Guided tour of Santiago and Buenos Aires
Enjoy guided tours of Santiago and Buenos Aires.
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Los Glaciares National Park - excursion to Perito Moreno Glacier
Take an excursion to the Perito Moreno Glacier in Los Glaciares National Park.
What's Not Included
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International flights and visas
International flights and visas are not included in the tour package.
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Tipping – an entirely personal gesture
Tipping is not included and is considered a personal gesture.
Age Policy
Minimum age 12. If booking a family please contact GH to request/check triple rooms / rooms next to each other before confirming the bookingThere is no maximum age. Those 70 or over will be required to fill out a tour suitability tour. Â
Mode of Transport
Travel in style with private vehicle transfers and three economy flights between key destinations. Enjoy seamless airport transfers on arrival and departure days, ensuring a smooth and comfortable journey.
Accommodation
Enjoy 13 nights in luxurious 4-5 star hotels, offering comfort and style throughout your journey in Patagonia. Experience the best of both worlds with modern amenities and stunning natural surroundings.
Check out our Q&As
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What kind of accommodation is provided during the tour?
The tour includes 13 nights in 4-5 star hotels.
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Are meals included in the tour package?
Yes, the tour includes 13 breakfasts and 3 dinners.
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Is airport transfer included in the tour?
Yes, airport arrival and departure transfers are included on day 1 and day 14.
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What kind of transportation is used during the tour?
Transportation is provided in private vehicles, and there are also 3 economy flights included: Santiago to Punta Arenas, El Calafate to Ushuaia, and Ushuaia to Buenos Aires.
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Will there be a tour guide during the trip?
Yes, the tour is escorted by an experienced tour leader with the services of local English-speaking specialist guides.
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What activities are included in Torres del Paine National Park?
The tour includes a boat trip to Grey Glacier and an excursion to Salto Grande Falls in Torres del Paine National Park.
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Is there an opportunity to visit a vineyard in Chile?
Yes, there is an optional visit to a local vineyard to sample some delicious Chilean wine.
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What can I expect during the Beagle Channel boat trip?
During the Beagle Channel boat trip from Ushuaia, you can expect to see sea-lions, cormorants, and possibly an albatross.
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What is the age policy for this tour?
The minimum age for the tour is 12. There is no maximum age, but those 70 or over will be required to fill out a tour suitability form.
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What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?
Ensuring our footprint is light and that the benefits of travelling reach the local communities you visit is paramount to us. We’re proud to say that when travelling with us, the large majority of your holiday funds remain within the countries you visit, supporting local economies at a grass roots level.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
Since 1998
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Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?
With English-speaking tours, it's not a huge surprise that most on our travellers are from English-speaking countries or have English as their second language. Our group tours cater for everyone from 18 years old to 70+
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Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
Yes
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of on the go tours charges.
Up to 60 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 59 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.
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