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By Land & Sea: Explore Argentina & Chilean Patagonia 13D/12N

HIGHLIGHTS

  • Buenos Aires panoramic city tour
  • Tango dinner show in Buenos Aires
  • Tierra del Fuego National Park
  • 4 Night Australis Cruise
  • Cruise through Cape Horn, Wulaia Bay, Pía Glacier, Garibaldi Glacier, Agostini Sound, Águila Glacier, Magdalena Island
  • Torres del Paine National Park full-day tour
  • Perito Moreno Glacier visit
  • Los Glaciares National Park (UNESCO site)
  • ITINERARY - click for more

    DAY 1 – ARRIVAL IN BUENOS AIRES – Upon arrival, meet your guide at the airport for a transfer to the hotel. In the afternoon, embark on a city tour covering iconic landmarks. We begin at Plaza de Mayo, the historic heart of Argentina’s major events since 1810, continue to the colorful neighborhood of La Boca, and wrap up in the elegant districts of Palermo and Recoleta. In the evening, enjoy a captivating dinner and tango show, immersing yourself in the allure of this passionate dance. (D)

    DAY 2 – BUENOS AIRES – After breakfast, enjoy a free leisure day to explore the charm of Buenos Aires at your own pace. (B)

    DAY 3 – BUENOS AIRES – USHUAIA – After breakfast, transfer to the airport for your flight to Ushuaia. Upon landing, you’ll be greeted and taken to your hotel for check-in and rest. (B)

    DAY 4 – USHUAIA – AUSTRAILIS CRUISE – After breakfast, start the day with an excursion to Tierra del Fuego National Park, where you’ll take in sweeping views of the Beagle Channel, surrounded by snow-capped peaks and native forests of lenga, cherry, and notro trees. Later in the day, complete embarkation procedures before being transferred to the port. Once aboard the ship, the captain and crew will welcome you before setting sail. (B, D)

    DAY 5 – CAPE HORN & WULAIA BAY (AUSTRALIS CRUISE) – Cruise through the Murray Channel and Nassau Bay toward Cape Horn National Park. Weather permitting, disembark at Cape Horn, known as “the End of the World” and declared a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve in 2005. In the afternoon, land at Wulaia Bay, a historic settlement once inhabited by the indigenous Yámana canoe people. A scenic hike leads to a viewpoint overlooking the region’s lush landscape and rugged terrain. (B, L, D)

    DAY 6 – PÍA GLACIER & GARIBALDI GLACIER (AUSTRALIS CRUISE) – Navigate the northwestern arm of the Beagle Channel to Pía Fjord. Disembark for a walk to a panoramic lookout over the glacier.
    In the afternoon, head into the Garibaldi Fjord, where you’ll enjoy a walk to the base of a glacial waterfall before returning to the ship. (B, L, D)

    DAY 7 – AGOSTINI SOUND, ÁGUILA GLACIER & CÓNDOR GLACIER (AUSTRALIS CRUISE)  Sail through Agostini Sound to witness glaciers cascading from the Darwin Mountain Range, some reaching the sea.
    This morning, board Zodiac boats for a gentle walk around a lagoon formed by the Águila Glacier. In the afternoon, return to the Zodiacs to get closer to the impressive Cóndor Glacier, learning about glacial formation and the dramatic shaping of Patagonia’s fjords. (B, L, D)

    DAY 8 – MAGDALENA ISLAND & PUERTO NATALES – Arrive early at Magdalena Island, a historic resupply stop for early explorers. If weather permits, go ashore and walk to the lighthouse while observing a large colony of Magellanic penguins. Later, disembark in Punta Arenas at 11:30 AM and continue via regular shuttle service to Puerto Natales. (B)

    DAY 9 – TORRES DEL PAINE NATIONAL PARK – Enjoy a full-day adventure through Torres del Paine National Park, a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve since 1978. The park’s striking landscapes and rich biodiversity make it perfect for nature lovers and adventure seekers. Spot lakes like Sarmiento, Nordenskjöld, and Pehoe, as well as native wildlife such as guanacos, foxes, and various bird species. A short walk brings you to Salto Grande, part of the park’s water system. Continue to the park’s administration area and then to Lake Grey. Here, a brief 30-minute walk through native woodland leads to the shoreline, where you’ll see icebergs calved from the glacier resting along the beach. Boxed lunch provided. Return to your hotel for overnight. (B, L)

    DAY 10 – PUERTO NATALES TO EL CALAFATE – Take a regular shuttle service to El Calafate. On arrival, meet your guide and transfer to your hotel. Check-in and relax. (B)

    DAY 11 – EL CALAFATE & PERITO MORENO GLACIER – Visit the awe-inspiring Perito Moreno Glacier in Los Glaciares National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This massive river of ice spans 257 square kilometers, with towering walls rising 50 to 60 meters above the lake surface.
    Stroll the walkways for multiple breathtaking views of this natural wonder. Enjoy free time for lunch (not included) before returning to your hotel in the afternoon. (B)

    DAY 12 – EL CALAFATE TO BUENOS AIRES – Spend the morning at leisure with time to join optional activities. At the appropriate time, transfer to the airport for your flight to Buenos Aires. Upon arrival, you’ll be met and taken to your hotel for the final night. (B)

    DAY 13 – DEPARTURE FROM BUENOS AIRES – Transfer to the airport for your return flight. (B)

Dates & Rates USD Per Person From

23 SEP 2025 - 18 MAR 20263* DOUBLE4* DOUBLE
Private Services$7240$7440
Shared Services$5065$5210

Included

  • Tranfers
  • 12 nights Accommodations: Buenos Aires (3) – Ushuaia (1) – Cruise (4) – Puerto Natales (2) – El Calafate (2)
  • Buenos Aires: City tour – Dinner Tango show
  • Ushuaia: National Park
  • Australis Cruise: Programmed activities and excursions - CABIN A STELLA OR VENTUS
  • Puerto Natales: Torres del Paine
  • El Calafate: Perito Moreno Glacier
  • Meals: 12 breakfasts – 4 lunches - 5 dinners
  • Needed tickets to Parks and Reserves

Not Included

  • Flight tickets and airport taxes.
  • Extra: laundry service, telephone call.
  • Tips.
  • Eco-tax in Puerto Iguazú, Bariloche and port taxes in the Lake Crossing.
  • Early check in / late check out (Except early check-in in Buenos Aires on day 1, in the Fixed Departures).

Price per person in US $ Dollars.  Minimum 2 passengers.
Rates & hotel availability subject to change. Hotel if not available similar hotel will be given.
High season surcharges may apply.
NOT valid: New Year, Carnival, Champion Parade, Easter, congress, holidays or other events in cities.


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