Argentina & Chile
Patagonia Glaciers, Cosmopolitan Cities & Across Mountain Lakes
Yamana & Andean Lakes Region Tour - 17 Night Itinerary
Explore massive Patagonian glaciers in windswept Tierra del Fuego and mountain trails at your leisure, the "Paris of the South", the most southern city and Andean landscapes of lush forests, pristine lakes and snow-covered peaks.
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Travel Highlights
- Enjoy the great outdoors and abundant wildlife in Patagonia
- Journey to glacier fields, snow-capped mountains, serene lakes and icy channels
- Explore the stylish city of Buenos Aires, home to traditional cafes and tango halls
- Marvel at the bird and sea life of the Valdes Peninsula and see whales up close
- Travel to the southernmost city in the world to discover Ushuaia
- Be awed by the raw power of the staggering Perito Moreno Glacier
- Hike past granite peaks and sparkling lakes at Torres del Paine National Park
- Experience an unforgettable Andean Lake Crossing and explore Bariloche
Tour Route
- Buenos Aires - 2 Nights
- Valdés Peninsula - 3 Nights
- Ushuaia - 2 Nights
- Calafate - 3 Nights
- Torres Del Paine - 3 Nights
- The Andes Lake Region - 3 Nights
- Buenos Aires - 1 Night
This itinerary can be tailored to your preferences by our specialist advisors, who can provide a guaranteed price based on your choice of departure date, route, duration, flights, cabin, hotels, transport and excursions.
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Tour Itinerary
Buenos Aires
2 NightsDay 1 - Fly to Buenos Aires
Day 2 - Arrive Buenos Aires, afternoon guided tour
Day 3 - At leisure in Buenos Aires
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- Accommodation
Fly to Buenos Aires
Depart any day of the week on your overnight flight to Buenos Aires.
Monday, 16 June 2025
Arrive Buenos Aires, afternoon guided tour
On arrival in Buenos Aires, you will be met by our representative and transferred to your preferred hotel for 2 nights. In the afternoon, our local guide will show you the best of this fascinating city, passing through the old quarter of La Boca with distinctive, brightly coloured houses, the Plaza de Mayo and Presedential Casa Rosada. We end the tour in the elegant Parque de Recoleta, to relax in one of the many stylish street cafes.
Tuesday, 17 June 2025
At leisure in Buenos Aires
At leisure in Buenos Aires. You can choose from a wide range of optional excursions (bookable locally). Don't miss a tango dinner and dance show in the evening.
Emiliano Carrascal
Cyan Hotel de las Americas
An elegant hotel with spacious rooms and situated in the heart of the Barrio Norte, an elegant residential and commercial district, within comfortable walking distance of the exclusive shops of the Santa Fe and 9 de Julio avenues. All 162 rooms have private facilities, TV and telephone, mini-bar, and air-conditioning. There is 24 hour room…
Hotel Regal Pacific
Located in Puerto Madero the hotel is within walking distance to many of the city's attractions. The hotel offers comfortable air-conditioned guest rooms with luxurious bedding, bathroom linens and exclusive amenities, the most advanced in room technology and classy contemporary furnishings.
Public areas include a restaurant, a wine bar and heated indoor swimming pool.
The…
Alvear Palace Hotel
In 1932 a classic was born in Buenos AIres, the Alvear Palace Hotel, a genuine palace right in the heart of the city. Constructed of materials imported from France, the hotel became one of the most characteristic buildings in town, strictly keeping the Louis XVI style.
Situated in the elegant quarter of Recoleta, close to…
Valdés Peninsula
3 NightsDay 4 - Travel to Puerto Madryn
Day 5 - Valdés Península
Day 6 - Valdés Península
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Travel to Puerto Madryn
Fly to Trelew, from where we transfer to our hotel in Puerto Madryn, located on the coast in Northern Patagonia. The city has white sandy beaches and a delightful promenade with stylish cafes and restaurants. We stay in Puerto Madryn for 3 nights for in-depth exploration of the Valdes Peninsula.
Thursday, 19 June 2025
Península Valdés
Enjoy a full day excursion to the nearby Península Valdés, home to much wildlife including sea lion colonies, penguins, seals and many species of birds. Between the months of June to November, we take a boat trip out to sea to observe the Southern Right Whales that make this area their breeding ground.
Friday, 20 June 2025
Península Valdés
A further day of guided explorations enjoying the relaxed atmosphere of Puerto Madryn and exploring the Valdes Peninsula, listed in 1999 by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site. The area of the Peninsula is vast, covering over 1,400 square miles. We see some salt lakes and hope to spot the Argentine grey fox, pichi, rheas, maras and guanacos and other species in the company of your expert local guide.
Hotel Tolosa
The Hotel Tolosa is located in the commercial centre of Puerto Madryn City, only two blocks from the coast.
All 85 rooms have private bathroom with telephone, central heating, TV and hair dryer.
The rates include breakfast.
Hotel Territorio
Located just outside the town of Puerto Madryn, the Territorio hotel is a modern construction with 36 comfortable rooms. Every room has a stunning view over Golfo Nuevo Bay to Peninsula Valdez beyond. The hotel also has a spa and lounge bar, but no restaurant.
The rates include breakfast.
Hotel Peninsula Valdes
The Hotel Peninsula Valdes is a modern-looking high-rise building situated at the heart of Puerto Madryn, providing easy access to a range of excursions.
The 70 air-conditioned rooms with en suite bathroom, free Wi-Fi and safe. Public facilities include a spa offering a range of treatments, gym and a restaurant.
The rates include breakfast.
Ushuaia
2 NightsDay 7 - Ushuaia
Day 8 - Lapataia Bay, Tierra del Fuego
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Ushuaia
Morning flight to Ushuaia, the southernmost town in Argentina located in a glorious setting by the icy waters of the Beagle Channel. The town lies in the shadow of the towering Andes; as soon as you get off the plane, you will have a special feeling at being at the end of the earth. On arrival, we transfer to our hotel for 2 nights.
Sunday, 22 June 2025
Lapataia Bay, Tierra del Fuego
A full day excursion to Lapataia Bay in Tierra del Fuego National Park. We hike with our expert Veloso guide through a stunning landscapes of forests, lakes, streams and snow-capped mountains. Beavers' dams cover the area, and, with luck, we may see some at work. After an invigorating day, we return to Ushuaia.
Los Naranjos Hotel
Located in central Ushuaia, Los Naranjos offers comfortable rooms with panoramic views of the surrounding Andean mountain range, the city or the Beagle Channel. All rooms have private facilities, free WiFi, and safe deposit box. The restaurant serves traditional Andean food as well as international dishes.
Arakur Ushuaia Resort & Spa
Situated on a natural balcony 800 metres above Ushuaia, Arakur Resort offers contemporary luxury rooms surrounded by panoramic views of the mountains, the bay and Ceroo Alarken nature reserve.
There is a spa with indoor and outdoor pools and hot tubs, and the restaurant serves excellent international cuisine.
The rates include breakfast.
Calafate
3 NightsDay 9 - El Calafate
Day 10 - the Perito Moreno Glacier
Day 11 - Optional Visit to Upsala Glacier
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El Calafate
Morning flight to El Calafate, gateway to Los Glaciares National Park. El Calafate is a characterful town on the southeastern shore of Lago Argentino. Here, many species of birds congregate, including the Magellanic oyster catcher. Transfer to your hotel where we stay for 3 nights. Rest of the day at leisure enjoying the town's excitable atmosphere. There are many cafes, bars and bistros to relax and enjoy.
Tuesday, 24 June 2025
Perito Moreno Glacier
We set off early on what for many is the highlight of this tour, a full day excursion to the breathtaking Perito Moreno Glacier. This incredible mass has a 4km frontage and a height reaching 70m. Silence reigns, shattered only by the thunderous roar of ice breaking off the glacier and punctuated by the unearthly groans of the creaking glacier. In the company of our expert local guide, we hike along the paths and by glacial streams to the best look out points and take a fascinating boat ride dodging floating icebergs for a different perspective of the glacier and wonderful photo opportunities.
Wednesday, 25 June 2025
Optional visit to Upsala Glacier
Today you can relax in El Calafate or take an optional excursion to visit the Upsala Glacier, located in the nearby Los Glaciares National Park. Often overshadowed by the Perito Moreno Glacier, the Upsala Glacier is well worth exploring as you travel by boat up to the northwestern end of Lago Argentino through icebergs and floating ice - its an invigorating experience.
Esplendor by Wyndham El Calafate
In the heart of the Argentinean Patagonia stands the Esplendor del Calafate Hotel. Located in the centre of charming Calafate, the hotel has a stunning view of the pristine Argentino Lake and the imposing Calafate Hill. Artfully constructed from natural materials such as slate stone and Quebracho wood, the hotel blends beautifully with its spectacular…
Posada Los Alamos
Posada los Alamos Hotel is situated within 20,000 square metres of parks and gardens, by the shores of Lago Argentino and near downtown Calafate.
All 144 rooms are comfortably furnished in a country style and all feature private bathroom facilities as well as mini-bar, safe and cable TV. The hotel has live entertainment, TV and…
EOLO - Patagonia's Spirit
Thirty minutes away from El Calafate (and Perito Moreno Glacier), EOLO is a unique hotel that embodies the spirit of Patagonia. It's staff having lived in Patagonia have a deep understanding of its history and customs and will enhance your experience at EOLO.
The hotel is located on a 10,000 acres estancia, close to the…
Torres Del Paine
3 NightsDay 12 - Torres del Paine National Park
Day 13 - Exploring Torres del Paine
Day 14 - Exploring Torres del Paine
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Torres del Paine National Park
We head into the Andes today on a long, scenic drive into Chile to the famous Torres del Paine National Park. We arrive at our hotel or lodge where we stay for 3 nights on a full board basis. The first and deluxe class hotels also include excursions and activities in their prices.
Friday, 27 June 2025
Exploring Torres del Paine
An area of outstanding natural beauty, the massive Torres rise up out of the earth, reflected in the glacial waters of Lake Nordenskjöld, all on our doorstep. Many walks can be taken, of varying degrees of difficulty, all affording splendid mountain views and an opportunity to observe the wildlife.
Saturday, 28 June 2025
Exploring Torres del Paine
A further day to enjoy one of the most beautiful areas of the world. Your hotel has many included or optional (payable locally) activities you can enjoy such as guided sightseeing, hikes, horse riding, fishing, kayaking and boat trips to see Grey Glaciar.
Lago Grey Hotel
Looking out across the lake, the hotel has been designed to blend in with the surrounding forest of lengua trees.
Its restaurant and bar overlook Glacier Grey and all the rooms are centrally heated. From here you can walk to Peninsula Grey, a craggy outcrop surrounded by icebergs, directly opposite the glacier face or get…
Patagonia Camp
The Patagonia Camp is located on the edge of Torres del Paine National Park on the shores of "Lago el Toro" and is 100% eco-friendly. This place has been created to fulfill your expectations, combining nature, adventure, relaxation, comfort and luxury. The Camp has 20 luxury yurts specially designed to resist the Patagonian wind, rain…
Explora Torres del Paine
Explora Lodges and explorations offer an award-wining all inclusive luxury experience. The lodge is located in the centre of Torres del Paine National Park, and designed so it interferes the least possible with its natural surroundings. It is an extension of the park with views of Macizo del Paine.
All rooms are heated and designed…
The Andes Lake Region
3 NightsDay 15 - Fly to Puerto Montt
Day 16 - Across the Andes to Argentina
Day 17 - Bariloche
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Fly to Puerto Montt
Transfer to Punta Arenas airport for an afternoon flight to Puerto Montt. On arrival, our representative will take you to your hotel for a 1-night stay.
Monday, 30 June 2025
Across the Andes to Argentina
We head into the Andes today on an adventure from Chile to Bariloche in Argentina. Travelling by bus and boat we visit by boat arriving in Puella. From here, we travel by bus to the border and cross into Argentina. We travel amidst stunning mountain scenery by boat across Lake Frias and continue by bus to Puerto Blest, where we go afloat on the final passage, across the magnificent Nahuel Huapi Lake. One final bus ride takes us to our hotel in Bariloche where we stay for 2 night and a chance to relax after a truly memorable day. Lunch is included today.
Tuesday, 01 July 2025
Bariloche
A day at leisure in San Carlos de Bariloche dubbed the 'Switzerland of Latin America', due to its stunning landscape of crystal clear lakes surrounded by high mountain peaks. There are many optional activities (bookable locally) available, from sightseeing, guided walks and trips on the lake.
Joaquin Gonzalez
Hosteria Las Lengas
Located in the village of San Martin de los Andes, at the foot of the mountain you will find Hosteria Las Lengas, in a lush corner of a quiet road, three blocks from downtown and five from Lake Lacar.
The rooms have private bathroom, TV, safe, hair dryer and minibar.
A cozy lodge with excellent services,…
La Cascada Casa
Located a short distance from downtown Bariloche next to Nahuel Huapi Lake, is La Cascada Hotel, a four-star hotel. The hotel is set amongst breathtaking natural surroundings, with an enormous garden, a natural waterfall and a stream with the typical vegetation of the Patagonian region creating a very peaceful setting.
La Cascada Hotel has 24…
El Casco Art
Nestled by the shore of the Nahuel Huapi Lake in one of the most beautiful spots of the Patagonia, the El Casco Art Hotel blends into its surrounding landscape with its stylish architecture, comfort and advanced technology.
The 33 air-conditioned suites all have breathtaking views of Lake Nahuel Huapi and are decorated with 300 exclusive…
Buenos Aires
1 NightDay 18 - Fly to Buenos Aires
Day 19 - Departure
Day 20 - Arrive in the UK
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Fly to Buenos Aires
Transfer to Bariloche airport and fly to Buenos Aires. On arrival transfer to your chosen hotel for your final night in Argentina.
Thursday, 03 July 2025
Departure
Transfer to the airport for your overnight flight home. There is the option to extend your stay further to see the amazing Iguassu Falls - please ask for details.
Friday, 04 July 2025
Arrive in the UK
Arrive in the UK in the morning.
Price Guidelines
| Season | Low Season | High Season | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Travel Dates | 1 Jan - 30 June, 6 Sept - 15 Dec | 1 July - 5 Sept, 16 Dec - 31 Dec | ||||
| Room Arrangement | Tourist | First | Deluxe | Tourist | First | Deluxe |
| Multiple Travellers - Twin Rooms | £5,370 | £7,126 | £10,026 | £5,636 | £7,396 | £10,318 |
| Single Traveller - Own Room | £7,569 | £10,280 | £14,252 | £9,652 | £11,503 | £14,597 |
Prices are a guideline per person, for travel within the next year and booking early and are subject to availability. Please see below what is included and request a detailed quotation with a guaranteed price for your specific departure date and for Special Events, Summer, Christmas, New Year's Eve & Easter.
What's Included
- 19 Days / 17 Nights
- International flights (2 overnight)
- Internal flights
- Accommodation as shown on the itinerary
- 17 breakfasts, 3 lunches and 3 dinners
- Transfers to and from airports
- Transport throughout the itinerary
- Excursions listed, all with expert, English-speaking guides
- Prices are per person
- Prices for Special Events, Christmas, New Year's Eve, Easter on request
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