In this tour you can explore the widely recognised Glaciers and lake across Chile and Argentina, combining dramatic natural wonders. We start in Santiago at the foothills of the Andes, discover the extraordinary beauty of Patagonia. A spectacular array of majestic lakes of Argentina & chile's Lake District.
Fly to Santiago.
On arrival check in at Hotel Cumbres.
After breakfast, our day tour in Santiago Chile commences as the city’s rich cultural heritage comes to life through iconic landmarks, including La Plaza de Armas (the main square), Santa Lucia Hill, La Moneda (the Government Palace), the Post Office, and the Santiago Metropolitan Cathedral. Then head to Cerro San Cristobal, a tall hill rising nearly 1000 feet above the city, located inside the city's largest urban park. Standing atop the hill, you'll find a church as well as a stunning 72-foot tall statue of the Blessed Virgin Mary. Finally we will visit the Orient Sector, the most modern area of the city with its impressive high-rise buildings and classy boulevards. The afternoon is free for your own leisure and other shopping activities. Enjoy a magical night of entertainment with a delicious international dinner and live show. The show begins with dances from all over Chile, including traditional dances from the North (La Tirana), the Central area (the Huasos), the South (Chilotes), and the best typical dance from Eastern Island. See an extraordinary display of traditional outfits and authentic choreography from a folkloric group.
After breakfast, we head for Valparaiso on the Pacific Coast; we will pass through the beautifully groomed vineyards of the Curacavi and Casablanca Valleys. Valparaiso, Spanish for "Paradise Valley", is a cultural hotspot that serves as one of the country's most important seaports. The entire city is recognised as a UNESCO World Cultural Heritage Site for its intriguing cobblestone labyrinth of historic buildings and ancient funiculars along sloping hills. From the lookout point of "Mirador 21 de Mayo" you'll enjoy spectacular panoramic views of the city and harbour. Your guide will point out some of the more interesting sights and is an open book for any questions you may have. Next we will visit the garden city, Vina del Mar, Spanish for "Vineyard of the Sea". The most famous and most visited beach in the Central Coast has much to offer. The city is rife with beautiful parks, gardens, and avenues scattered across miles of sparkling beaches. Sights include the Presidential Castle, Liberty Avenue, the 1930s Casino, and various classic century-old "Palaces".
Travel through the beautiful wine country to Chile's legendary Concha y Toro Winery. After a relaxing drive, pass through the traditional winery's grand entrance to spend a pleasant afternoon enjoying the grounds. Wander the beautifully landscaped gardens and admire the colonial architecture of the buildings as you tour the verdant vineyards of the enclave.
Visit "Casillero del Diablo" (Devil's Cellar), the source of the famous legend that made Chilean wine known around the world. End the tour with a visit to the wine bar, an ideal place to taste premium wines paired with lavish appetisers and cheeses.
After breakfast, transfer to Santiago Airport in time for your flight south to Punta Arenas. On arrival, check in at Hotel Rey Don Felipe.
After an early breakfast, begin the Torres del Paine Chile tour - one of the main highlights of the Chilean Patagonia region. Admire the mountains as they reflect in the turquoise lakes, creating a surreal-looking landscape. On arrival, check in at Hotel Las Torres. Explore the lodge’s facilities and meet the guides, who will introduce you to the excursions available for you the next day.
After the breakfast, follow your guides to discover the highlights of the national park. Gaze at the emblematic Paine Horns, Paine Towers, Sarmiento Lake, and more. Also, keep an eye out for llamas and guanacos that inhabit the area, as well as the flight of the mighty Andean condor.
After breakfast we take this incredibly scenic drive through the dramatic landscapes of Patagonia, from your hotel in Torres del Paine to your hotel in the Calafate region. This transfer will take about 4 to 5 hours. On arrival, check in at Xelena Hotel & Suites.
After an early breakfast and an 85km ride through beautiful Patagonia, you will arrive at the national park just outside the city of El Calafate. During your visit you will have an opportunity to see the most astounding views of the famous Perito Moreno Glacier. With a front of 80 metres high and 3 km wide, it is the only glacier in the world still growing. This excursion is aimed to be viewed from land, where you will have the opportunity to go through the various walkways. You may just catch a glimpse of falling ice tips. Making it truly an unforgettable experience.
Today you will have the opportunity to visit El Chalten and Viedma Glacier for the day to witness an exclusive, natural and unique scenario in the north area of Los Glaciares National Park. We will sail south by the bay; the depth of the lake allows a pleasant sail near the coast that will allow us to see Mt Fitz Roy and Mt Huemul. The sail is done in the front of the glacier's wall, 40m high above the level of the lake, were you will be able to see big icebergs as well. This is an ideal place for lectures on glaciology that are given by our guides. You will then sail back to the port where the tour will end.
After breakfast, transfer to Calafate airport to board your flight to Ushuaia. On arrival in Ushuaia, you will be welcomed and transferred to Hotel Cilene del Faro Suites & Spa.
After an early breakfast, we visit the stunning Tierra del Fuego National Park, Argentina's only coastal national park. Once in the park, make a stop at Ensenada Bay, where you will see beautiful views of Redonda Island. Next, drive to the End-of-the-World Train Station for your train tour. Arrive at Lapataia Bay, one of the highlights of the park that has a unique green and black lagoon. Take a short walking tour of the Black Lagoon or to the Beavers Trail.
After breakfast, you will leave Ushuaia by sailing the Beagle Channel waters, passing the Ushuaia Bay, the north coast of the channel, the archipelago and the Les Eclaireurs Lighthouse, where it is possible to visit different seabird nests, seal areas and several types of coastal and sea birds (petrels, albatrosses, cormorants, oyster catchers, etc) from there you will sail back to Ushuaia. Then transfer to Ushuaia airport to board your flight to Bariloche. On arrival, check in at Hotel Villa Huinid.
We head to Panuelo Port by bus, where you will sail for one and a half hours and disembark in Quetri Hue Port. From there you will enter the Myrtle Forest, where you will go along a 50-minute walk and have the opportunity to marvel at this spectacular forest of trees with a height of 18 metres; cold crust, tan-like white flowers blossom out of trees that are estimated to be 300 years old in age. Myrtle Forest has been declared a national monument for its unique beauty. You will then head to Victoria Island and arrive at Anchorena Port located at the centre of the island. From the service centre you can choose from the following free guided hikes on trails or main paths on the island: Former National Nursery Trail - Interpretive Trail "Antonio Pargade" - Puerto Gross and old town - rock paintings - Playa del Toro - Balcony of Cerro Bella Vista, among others. Then return to Panuelo Port for your transfer back into Bariloche.
After breakfast, we drive the Road of the Seven Lakes to San Martín de los Andes on this full-day trip from Bariloche. Listen to informative commentary from your guide during your sightseeing bus trip past Nahuel Huapi Lake, Lácar Lake and the breathtaking Seven Lakes. Enjoy a short stop in Villa La Angostura and a few hours of free time to explore San Martín at your own pace.
Today, the tour starts in Bariloche, riding down Ezequiel Bustillo Ave.—a scenic, winding paved road along the Nahuel Huapi lakeshore and a classic route featured in many Bariloche Argentina tours. At 8 kilometre, you will pass by Playa Bonita, from where you will see Huemul Island. Continuing along this road for another 10 km, and after passing through breathtaking scenery, you will arrive at Campanario Hill. A chair lift will take you to the top of the hill (1050 m), from where you will enjoy one of the most impressive views of this region. You will see then Nahuel Huapi and Moreno lakes, El Trebol lagoon, San Pedro and Llao Llao peninsulas, Victoria Island, Otto, Lopez, Goye and Catedral hills, and the main town, San Carlos de Bariloche. Further ahead, and after leaving San Pedro peninsula behind, you will reach Llao Llao peninsula, with its namesake hilltop hotel and San Eduardo Chapel, two architectural jewels of this region, and go by Panuelo Port, the starting point of many lake excursions. Then you will cross the bridge over Moreno Lake at a narrow end, follow the shoreline of El Trebol lagoon, and 2 km ahead we will meet Ezequiel Bustillo Ave. again and return to Bariloche.
Today we do the Andean Crossing. You will then board either catamarans "Victoria Andina" or "Victoria Del Lago" for an hour sail to Puerto Blest. From there you can appreciate the grandeur of the lush landscapes of the area. Upon arrival to Puerto Blest, you will board a bus for a three-mile drive to Puerto Alegre and continue on to board a ship called "City of Faith", where you will sail along the beautiful and pristine waters of Lake Frias and have the opportunity to view the magnificent Tronador Volcano, measuring 3,291 metres. Upon arrival to Puerto Frias, you will undergo routine customs procedures at the Aduana Argentina and board your bus to Peulla, where you can appreciate the lush vegetation along the Andes Mountains. In Peulla you will complete customs paperwork and leave for Hotel Natura Patagonia Peulla, where you will have lunch. After lunch, you sail the Todos los Santos Lake to Petrohue, where you will have views of Osorno Volcano, Volcano Tronador and Puntiagudo Hill, weather permitting. When you arrive in Petrohue, you take a final bus to visit the Petrohue waterfalls and stunning views of Calbuco. Finally, bordering the Llanquihue Lake, you arrive in the city of Puerto Varas; the service of 'Andean Crossing' finalises in the city of Puerto Varas (Chile). On arrival in Puerto Varas, check in at hotel Cumbres Puerto Varas.
After breakfast, we begin our travel in Pargua, a small village from where we will catch a ferry to cross the Chacao Channel, which separates the mainland from the island of Chiloe. During our boat trip we can observe sea lions, pelicans and seabirds typical of this region. Our first stop will be Chacao, a small town where we can admire its typical larch wood buildings and also its church, which has been declared a national monument. Later on, we will visit Caul n Beach resort, very famous for its oysters and its rich marine life. We continue our tour in Ancud, where we will get to know the Fort of San Antonio, a historic site that is part of the Spanish fortifications; its local museum, Plaza de Armas; and the Mercado Municipal, which offers a variety of dining options. Here we will take a boat ride to the Punihuil Islands, where we will see the Magellanic penguin and the Humboldt penguin sharing the same territory. This wonderful day is one of the highlights of Chiloe Island tours.
Today we begin our Chile tour from Puerto Varas, “The City of the Roses”, going to Osorno Volcano by the shore of Llanquihue Lake, where we’ll enjoy the amazing landscape with the Osorno and Calbuco volcanoes. Then we'll get to Ensenada, where we'll start to ascend to the Osorno Centro de Ski y Montaña, located at 1,240 metres (3,937 feet). Take pictures and appreciate a unique view of the volcano with glaciers of eternal snow, the Calbuco, Lake Llanquihue and the Pacific Ocean.
After breakfast, we will visit the cities of Puerto Montt, capital of the Los Lagos Region of Chile, and Puerto Varas, tourist capital of the Lakes Region. During the day we will visit the main attractions of both cities, natural viewpoints like Calvario and Phillipi mountains from which we can get a great view of the city, and the Lake Llanquihue and Chinquihue and Pelluco beach resorts.
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Cumbres San Pedro is a lonely desert oasis located at the edge of the ancient town of San Pedro de Atacama, offering a luxurious escape in one of the most extraordinary landscapes on Earth. As one of the best resorts in Chile, the hotel features 60 beautifully appointed rooms, each with a private terrace viewing the stunning Atacama Desert and the majestic Volcán Licancabur.
Guests can enjoy elegant dining at the tasteful and comfortable Kunza Restaurant, relax in the chic lobby lounge, rest in one of three heated outdoor pools, or refresh at the hotel’s exquisite spa.
Cumbres San Pedro is a lonely desert oasis located at the edge of the ancient town of San Pedro de Atacama, offering a luxurious escape in one of the most extraordinary landscapes on Earth. As one of the best resorts in Chile, the hotel features 60 beautifully appointed rooms, each with a private terrace viewing the stunning Atacama Desert and the majestic Volcán Licancabur.
Guests can enjoy elegant dining at the tasteful and comfortable Kunza Restaurant, relax in the chic lobby lounge, rest in one of three heated outdoor pools, or refresh at the hotel’s exquisite spa.
Cumbres San Pedro is a lonely desert oasis located at the edge of the ancient town of San Pedro de Atacama, offering a luxurious escape in one of the most extraordinary landscapes on Earth. As one of the best resorts in Chile, the hotel features 60 beautifully appointed rooms, each with a private terrace viewing the stunning Atacama Desert and the majestic Volcán Licancabur.
Guests can enjoy elegant dining at the tasteful and comfortable Kunza Restaurant, relax in the chic lobby lounge, rest in one of three heated outdoor pools, or refresh at the hotel’s exquisite spa.
Cumbres San Pedro is a lonely desert oasis located at the edge of the ancient town of San Pedro de Atacama, offering a luxurious escape in one of the most extraordinary landscapes on Earth. As one of the best resorts in Chile, the hotel features 60 beautifully appointed rooms, each with a private terrace viewing the stunning Atacama Desert and the majestic Volcán Licancabur.
Guests can enjoy elegant dining at the tasteful and comfortable Kunza Restaurant, relax in the chic lobby lounge, rest in one of three heated outdoor pools, or refresh at the hotel’s exquisite spa.
Located inside Torres del Paine National Park, Hotel Las Torres Patagonia offers accommodations. Free WiFi access is available, and guests are served a complimentary breakfast daily. It is established as one of the best resorts in Chile, it is the perfect base for exploring Patagonia’s natural wonders.
Located inside Torres del Paine National Park, Hotel Las Torres Patagonia offers accommodations. Free WiFi access is available, and guests are served a complimentary breakfast daily. It is established as one of the best resorts in Chile, it is the perfect base for exploring Patagonia’s natural wonders.
Xelena Hotel & Suites is a premium choice among the best hotels in Argentina, located on the shores of Argentino Lake in El Calafate. Guests staying here can admire the wonderful Patagonian landscape while unwinding in the Health Club, where a 70-square-meter swimming pool adds to the relaxing experience. Free WiFi and parking services are provided.
Xelena Hotel & Suites is a premium choice among the best hotels in Argentina, located on the shores of Argentino Lake in El Calafate. Guests staying here can admire the wonderful Patagonian landscape while unwinding in the Health Club, where a 70-square-meter swimming pool adds to the relaxing experience. Free WiFi and parking services are provided.
Xelena Hotel & Suites is a premium choice among the best hotels in Argentina, located on the shores of Argentino Lake in El Calafate. Guests staying here can admire the wonderful Patagonian landscape while unwinding in the Health Club, where a 70-square-meter swimming pool adds to the relaxing experience. Free WiFi and parking services are provided.
Just a few yards from the Beagle Channel and the main museums of Ushuaia in Tierra del Fuego, this elegant property stands out among the best hotels in Argentina. This 4-star hotel offers suites and apartments with magnificent views of either the Andes Mountain Range or the Beagle Channel itself, placing it among the most scenic resorts in Argentina.
Guests can unwind at the exclusive spa, featuring a heated pool, relaxation room, sauna, and Scottish shower — ideal for those seeking comfort and tranquillity in the southernmost city of the world.
Just a few yards from the Beagle Channel and the main museums of Ushuaia in Tierra del Fuego, this elegant property stands out among the best hotels in Argentina. This 4-star hotel offers suites and apartments with magnificent views of either the Andes Mountain Range or the Beagle Channel itself, placing it among the most scenic resorts in Argentina.
Guests can unwind at the exclusive spa, featuring a heated pool, relaxation room, sauna, and Scottish shower — ideal for those seeking comfort and tranquillity in the southernmost city of the world.
Surrounded by nature, Huinid Bustillo stands out among the best hotels in Argentina, specially decorated for your comfort with a curated selection of local artists’ pieces. Your time at the hotel becomes a memorable part of your journey.
These tastefully decorated rooms feature free Wi-Fi and stunning views of Nahuel Huapi Lake.
Surrounded by nature, Huinid Bustillo stands out among the best hotels in Argentina, specially decorated for your comfort with a curated selection of local artists’ pieces. Your time at the hotel becomes a memorable part of your journey.
These tastefully decorated rooms feature free Wi-Fi and stunning views of Nahuel Huapi Lake.
Surrounded by nature, Huinid Bustillo stands out among the best hotels in Argentina, specially decorated for your comfort with a curated selection of local artists’ pieces. Your time at the hotel becomes a memorable part of your journey.
These tastefully decorated rooms feature free Wi-Fi and stunning views of Nahuel Huapi Lake.
Surrounded by nature, Huinid Bustillo stands out among the best hotels in Argentina, specially decorated for your comfort with a curated selection of local artists’ pieces. Your time at the hotel becomes a memorable part of your journey.
These tastefully decorated rooms feature free Wi-Fi and stunning views of Nahuel Huapi Lake.
Cumbres San Pedro is a lonely desert oasis located at the edge of the ancient town of San Pedro de Atacama, offering a luxurious escape in one of the most extraordinary landscapes on Earth. As one of the best resorts in Chile, the hotel features 60 beautifully appointed rooms, each with a private terrace viewing the stunning Atacama Desert and the majestic Volcán Licancabur.
Guests can enjoy elegant dining at the tasteful and comfortable Kunza Restaurant, relax in the chic lobby lounge, rest in one of three heated outdoor pools, or refresh at the hotel’s exquisite spa.
Cumbres San Pedro is a lonely desert oasis located at the edge of the ancient town of San Pedro de Atacama, offering a luxurious escape in one of the most extraordinary landscapes on Earth. As one of the best resorts in Chile, the hotel features 60 beautifully appointed rooms, each with a private terrace viewing the stunning Atacama Desert and the majestic Volcán Licancabur.
Guests can enjoy elegant dining at the tasteful and comfortable Kunza Restaurant, relax in the chic lobby lounge, rest in one of three heated outdoor pools, or refresh at the hotel’s exquisite spa.
Cumbres San Pedro is a lonely desert oasis located at the edge of the ancient town of San Pedro de Atacama, offering a luxurious escape in one of the most extraordinary landscapes on Earth. As one of the best resorts in Chile, the hotel features 60 beautifully appointed rooms, each with a private terrace viewing the stunning Atacama Desert and the majestic Volcán Licancabur.
Guests can enjoy elegant dining at the tasteful and comfortable Kunza Restaurant, relax in the chic lobby lounge, rest in one of three heated outdoor pools, or refresh at the hotel’s exquisite spa.
Cumbres San Pedro is a lonely desert oasis located at the edge of the ancient town of San Pedro de Atacama, offering a luxurious escape in one of the most extraordinary landscapes on Earth. As one of the best resorts in Chile, the hotel features 60 beautifully appointed rooms, each with a private terrace viewing the stunning Atacama Desert and the majestic Volcán Licancabur.
Guests can enjoy elegant dining at the tasteful and comfortable Kunza Restaurant, relax in the chic lobby lounge, rest in one of three heated outdoor pools, or refresh at the hotel’s exquisite spa.
Experience the tastes of Chile's globally recognised wines at Casablanca Valley, which ranks as one of the best places to go in Chile for wine and food lovers. Casablanca Valley is known for its cool climate with great conditions to produce some of the best whites in the country.
Discover the vibrant culture and colourful streets of Valparaíso, one of the best places to visit in Chile. Known for its steep hills, historic funiculars, and stunning ocean views, this coastal city offers a lively arts scene, with street murals, galleries, and bohemian cafes around every corner.
Explore the stunning beauty of Patagonia with a trip to Torres del Paine National Park, widely regarded as one of the best places to visit in Chile. Known for its towering granite peaks, azure lakes, glaciers, and wildlife, this park and the surrounding region are home to some of the most stunning hiking (and sightseeing) opportunities in the world.
Explore the stunning beauty of Patagonia with a trip to Torres del Paine National Park, widely regarded as one of the best places to visit in Chile. Known for its towering granite peaks, azure lakes, glaciers, and wildlife, this park and the surrounding region are home to some of the most stunning hiking (and sightseeing) opportunities in the world.
El Calafate serves as the perfect launchpad to explore the awe-inspiring Los Glaciares National Park, home to the world-famous Perito Moreno Glacier and the vast Upsala Glacier.
One of the most breathtaking places to visit in Argentina, the Perito Moreno Glacier is the star attraction of Los Glaciares National Park. Towering 60 metres high and stretching five kilometres across, this massive river of ice spills dramatically into the turquoise waters of Lago Argentino.
Where the mighty Andes taper into the sea, the windswept archipelago of Tierra del Fuego marks the dramatic southern tip of South America — one of the most remote and fascinating places to visit in Argentina.
Where the mighty Andes taper into the sea, the windswept archipelago of Tierra del Fuego marks the dramatic southern tip of South America — one of the most remote and fascinating places to visit in Argentina.
Explore the unique charm of Chiloe Island, one of the best places to visit in Chile known for its rich folklore, colourful wooden churches, and stunning coastal landscapes. The above trip to Chiloe happens in a touristic way; you can experience fishing villages, churches recognised by UNESCO, and markets bursting with local craftwork and food.
Experience the enchantment of La Paz with our guided city tour designed for travellers interested in Bolivia's cultural diversity, rich history, and spectacular views. Stroll around the colonial streets of Plaza Murillo, visiting remarkable sites such as the Presidential Palace and La Paz Cathedral, while uncovering the city's political and cultural past. Check out bustling local markets (including the famous Witches' Market) to experience the Andean culture's traditions through supernatural potions, charms, and herbal remedies.
Journey along the highest urban cable car system in the world – the most scenic as well! – Mi Teleférico for panoramic views of the sprawling city with Mount Illimani in the distance. Visit uniquely designed areas like El Alto, showcasing creative architecture and Indigenous pride. Conclude your local adventure with local street food or shopping for arts and crafts. Whether in town for a day or just passing through – the La Paz city tour is a perfect introduction to the soul of Bolivia.
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