Argentina - Discovery – Self-guided –10 days / 9 nights
Highlights:
• Hike on Viedma glacier and discover Perito Moreno glacier ;
• Take the famous Route 40 from El Calafate to El Chalten ;
• Trek in El Chalten, the national capital of trekking ;
• Reach Fitz Roy, the sacred granite mountain of Patagonia ;
• Visit an Estancia and meet the famous Argentine gauchos.
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Starting from $ 2199 USD*
Live an unforgettable experience in full contact with nature, visiting some of the mythic mountains and glaciers of Patagonia. In the National Park of Los Glaciares you can see, photograph, and even trek on different glaciers.
Perito Moreno Glacier remains one of the most dynamic in the world. You will hear the creaking and rumbling of the ice as it cracks and advances. If you are lucky you will witness a large chunk of ice cracking off and crashing into the chilly waters of Lake Argentino.
Viedma Glacier, less well-known and therefore less crowded than Perito Moreno, is the biggest in Argentina and one of the most impressive of Patagonia. Trek on this glacier to appreciate its sheer size, beauty, and massiveness.
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ITINERARY
Day 1 – BUENOS AIRES, THE CITY THAT LOOKS AND FEELS EUROPEAN
Arrival by international flight
After landing in Buenos Aires, our driver will transfer you to your hotel, located in the city centre. An English speaking member of our team will guide you through the most picturesque areas: El Caminito and San Telmo, at the origins of Tango, then the ancient harbour, heart of the city. At night, take a walk in Puerto Madero area, an old harbour reconverted into a business area.
A free day for you to continue exploring Buenos Aires on your own. You can choose to take a walk downtown to the Pink House (Government) and Congress, or enjoy the parks and nice buildings of Recoleta and Palermo. In these neighbours you will find interesting museums as well as Plaza Francia’s craftsman fair and Tango dancers.
Flight Buenos Aires > El Calafate
Bus El Calafate > El Chalten
Transfer to the airport for your flight to El Calafate. From there a bus will take you directly to El Chalten, a colourful town on the edge of Los Glaciares National park, where you are scheduled to arrive at the end of the afternoon. On the way, get the chance to observe the turquoise waters of Lake Argentino and Lake Viedma and take a first glance at Viedma glacier and the granite peaks of Mount Fitz Roy. The rest of the day is yours to walk the streets of this village and enjoy some nice viewpoints.
Hike to Lake Torre for some stunning views of Mount Torre, a major challenge for best climbers. The lake, fed by Mount Torre’s glacier, lies at the foot of this incredible 1000m high granite tower, with its famous needle shaped pea,k surmounted by an ice cap. The Fitz Roy, also known as Cerro Chalten, is very arduous to climb.
Leave at 7:45 am from your hotel to board a cruise on Lake Viedma. Navigate along the coast to admire the impressive Fitz Roy and Huemul, reaching the icy walls of Viedma glacier standing about 40m high. Disembark close to the glacier, put on your crampons and start exploring this incredible world of ice: turquoise lagoons, sinkholes, cracks, ice caves and crystal clear water. Get amazed by the different shapes and colours. A unique experience of Perito Moreno away from the crowd.
Bus El Chalten > El Calafate
Early departure for a hike at the foot of Mount Fitz Roy with its peaks and glaciers. Walk along turquois lakes before returning to El Chalten. A beautiful trek to discover the hanging Piedras Blancas Glacier and move along the shores of the lagoons Madre and Hija and De los Tres, all set in a magnificent scenery and wildlife. Leave El Chalten by bus in the late afternoon to arrive in El Calafate in the evening.
Leave at 7:15 am from your hotel and start a cruise on Lake Agentino and its calm blue coloured waters. The navigation runs between fjords and floating icebergs of spectacular size and forms. Finally, you will approach the majestic fronts of the Glaciers Upsala and Spegazzini. Return to El Calafate at the end of the afternoon.
Experience the famous Perito Moreno Glacier, the most active glacier in Patagonia. With some luck you will hear the terrible cracking noise and possibly observe a massive block of ice falling into Lake Argentino. Return to El Calafate by midday. Transfer to the traditional Estancia of Nibepo Aike, lost in the middle of the grassland. In this farm you will go through the daily rural tasks of branding cattle, sheep-sharing, herding of sheep. You can also choose to ride a horse or walk around to discover the beautiful surroundings, and amazing views. At night, enjoy a typical dinner with a folkloric show.
Flight El Calafate > Buenos Aires
Free time in the morning to visit and learn more about the Estancia and the Gaucho lifestyle. Transfer to the airport in the early afternoon for your flight to Buenos Aires. Our driver will take you to your hotel.
Departure of your international flight
Free time in the capital city. Three hours before your international flight, a transfer vehicle will pick you up at your hotel to take you to the airport.
Arrival by international flight
After landing in Buenos Aires, our driver will transfer you to your hotel, located in the city centre. An English speaking member of our team will guide you through the most picturesque areas: El Caminito and San Telmo, at the origins of Tango, then the ancient harbour, heart of the city. At night, take a walk in Puerto Madero area, an old harbour reconverted into a business area.
- Transport : private transfer - 45 min + pubblic transport
- Accommodation: hotel**
- Included meals: none
A free day for you to continue exploring Buenos Aires on your own. You can choose to take a walk downtown to the Pink House (Government) and Congress, or enjoy the parks and nice buildings of Recoleta and Palermo. In these neighbours you will find interesting museums as well as Plaza Francia’s craftsman fair and Tango dancers.
- Accommodation: hotel**
- Included meals: breakfast
Flight Buenos Aires > El Calafate
Bus El Calafate > El Chalten
Transfer to the airport for your flight to El Calafate. From there a bus will take you directly to El Chalten, a colourful town on the edge of Los Glaciares National park, where you are scheduled to arrive at the end of the afternoon. On the way, get the chance to observe the turquoise waters of Lake Argentino and Lake Viedma and take a first glance at Viedma glacier and the granite peaks of Mount Fitz Roy. The rest of the day is yours to walk the streets of this village and enjoy some nice viewpoints.
- Transport: regular bus service - 3h
- Accommodation: hotel**
- Included meals : breakfast
Hike to Lake Torre for some stunning views of Mount Torre, a major challenge for best climbers. The lake, fed by Mount Torre’s glacier, lies at the foot of this incredible 1000m high granite tower, with its famous needle shaped pea,k surmounted by an ice cap. The Fitz Roy, also known as Cerro Chalten, is very arduous to climb.
- Accommodation: hotel**
- Included meals : breakfast
- Trekking : 5 - 7h depending on the trail
Leave at 7:45 am from your hotel to board a cruise on Lake Viedma. Navigate along the coast to admire the impressive Fitz Roy and Huemul, reaching the icy walls of Viedma glacier standing about 40m high. Disembark close to the glacier, put on your crampons and start exploring this incredible world of ice: turquoise lagoons, sinkholes, cracks, ice caves and crystal clear water. Get amazed by the different shapes and colours. A unique experience of Perito Moreno away from the crowd.
- Transport: English speaking group service - 30 min + navigation
- Accommodation: hotel**
- Included meals : breakfast
- English speaking guide
Bus El Chalten > El Calafate
Early departure for a hike at the foot of Mount Fitz Roy with its peaks and glaciers. Walk along turquois lakes before returning to El Chalten. A beautiful trek to discover the hanging Piedras Blancas Glacier and move along the shores of the lagoons Madre and Hija and De los Tres, all set in a magnificent scenery and wildlife. Leave El Chalten by bus in the late afternoon to arrive in El Calafate in the evening.
- Transport: regular bus service - 3h
- Accommodation: bed & breakfast
- Included meals: breakfast
- Trekking : 6 - 7h easy hike
Leave at 7:15 am from your hotel and start a cruise on Lake Agentino and its calm blue coloured waters. The navigation runs between fjords and floating icebergs of spectacular size and forms. Finally, you will approach the majestic fronts of the Glaciers Upsala and Spegazzini. Return to El Calafate at the end of the afternoon.
- Transport: English speaking group service - 1h45
- Accommodation: bed & breakfast
- Included meals: breakfast
- Entrance to the park not included (25 USD p.p.)
Experience the famous Perito Moreno Glacier, the most active glacier in Patagonia. With some luck you will hear the terrible cracking noise and possibly observe a massive block of ice falling into Lake Argentino. Return to El Calafate by midday. Transfer to the traditional Estancia of Nibepo Aike, lost in the middle of the grassland. In this farm you will go through the daily rural tasks of branding cattle, sheep-sharing, herding of sheep. You can also choose to ride a horse or walk around to discover the beautiful surroundings, and amazing views. At night, enjoy a typical dinner with a folkloric show.
- Transport: regular bus service - 3h + English speaking group service + van - 1h30
- Accommodation: Estancia
- Included meals : breakfast and dinner
- Entrance to the park not included (25 USD p.p.)
Flight El Calafate > Buenos Aires
Free time in the morning to visit and learn more about the Estancia and the Gaucho lifestyle. Transfer to the airport in the early afternoon for your flight to Buenos Aires. Our driver will take you to your hotel.
- Transport: English speaking group service - 1h30
- Accommodation: hotel**
- Included meals : breakfast and lunch
Departure of your international flight
Free time in the capital city. Three hours before your international flight, a transfer vehicle will pick you up at your hotel to take you to the airport.
- Transport : private transfer - 45 min
- Included meals : breakfast
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