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Argentina & Chile

Southern Expedition

13 nights

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October to March

Embark on the ultimate Southern Expedition, exploring the best of Argentina and Chile's patagonia in one remarkable journey. From the vibrant streets of Buenos Aires to the icy landscapes of El Calafate and Ushuaia, and the breathtaking beauty of Patagonia on an expedition cruise, to the vibrant cityscape of Santiago de Chile, every step offers a new adventure in this unforgettable expedition across the southernmost reaches of South America.

Trip Details

DAY 1 - ARRIVE BUENOS AIRES

Arrive in Buenos Aires. Private transfer with a guide to the hotel.

Followed by a full day city tour including the main areas (Palermo, Recoleta, La Boca, San Telmo, Centro, Puerto Madero). Includes a guided tour of the Colón Theater (shared), San Telmo Market and Recoleta Cemetery.

Dinner/Show Rojo Tango with private transfers from/to the hotel (without a guide) (D).

Accommodation for 2 nights in Buenos Aires at the chosen hotel

Meal included today: Dinner

DAY 2 - BUENOS AIRES

Full day Tigre, with shared navigation from Puerto Madero (1:45 hrs). Lunch in the city on your own. Visit to the Cathedral of San Isidro, the olive farm and the River Plate stadium.

The Argentine Experience dinner with cocktail experience, including private transfers from/to the hotel, without a guide (B, D).

Meals included today: Breakfast, Dinner

DAY 3 - BUENOS AIRES / EL CALAFATE

Morning at leisure. Private transfer to the airport (AEP) with a guide for your flight to El Calafate (FTE).

On arrival, private transfer with a guide to the hotel. Afternoon at leisure to explore the town (B).

Accommodation for 3 nights in El Calafate at the chosen hotel

Meal included today: Breakfast

DAY 4 - EL CALAFATE

Full-day Perito Moreno tour including mini trekking (3 hrs of trekking, up to 65 years old). Includes a shared navigation to/from the glacier and a boxed lunch (B, L).

Meals included today: Breakfast, Lunch

DAY 5 - EL CALAFATE

Full-day Estancia Cristina excursion, including a navigation to/from the Estancia, and a Horseback riding experience onsite. Includes private transfers to/from the port, with a guide (B, L).

Meals included today: Breakfast, Lunch

DAY 6 - EL CALAFATE / USHUAIA

Private guided transfer to the airport for your flight to Ushuaia (USH).

On arrival, private guided transfer to your hotel. Depart on a full day private Lakes Off Road and Canoeing experience, including lunch (B, L).

Accommodation for 1 night in Ushuaia at the chosen hotel

Meals included today: Breakfast, Lunch

DAY 7 - USHUAIA / AUSTRALIS

Half-day private National Park tour including the train at the end of the world (Premium Cabin). Private guide and vehicle for assistance to check-in for your cruise. Free time during the afternoon in town before embarking on your own at the cruise (6 pm) (B, L, D).

Accommodation for 4 nights in Australis Cruise at the chosen cabin

Meals included today: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

DAYS 8-10 - AUSTRALIS

Activities and meals aboard the cruise (B, L, D).

Meals included today: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

DAY 11 - AUSTRALIS / PUNTA ARENAS / SANTIAGO DE CHILE

On arrival to Punta Arenas, disembark, meet your guide and have the vehicle at disposal to enjoy lunch in town before your transfer to the airport (PUQ) for your flight to Santiago de Chile (SCL).

On arrival, private guided transfer to your hotel (B).

Accommodation for 3 nights in Santiago de Chile at the chosen hotel

Meal included today: Breakfast

DAY 12 - SANTIAGO DE CHILE

Full-day private guided city tour with Factoria Franklin Market. Includes San Cristobal Hill (with cable car) and finger food tasting with drinks (B, L).

Meals included today: Breakfast, Lunch

DAY 13 - SANTIAGO DE CHILE

Day at leisure (B).

Meal included today: Breakfast

DAY 14 - DEPART SANTIAGO DE CHILE

Transfer to the airport for your homebound flight (B).

Meal included today: Breakfast

Suggested Accommodations

Deluxe

Alvear Palace Hotel

Deluxe

Faena Hotel

Premium

Hub Porteño Hotel

Exclusive

Eolo - Patagonia's Spirit

Premium

Xelena Hotel & Suites

Standard

Esplendor El Calafate

Deluxe

Los Cauquenes Resort & Spa

Premium

Arakur Resort & Spa

Exclusive

Australis

Deluxe

Mandarin Oriental Santiago

Premium

The Singular Santiago

Superior

Bidasoa

Highlights

Tango Dinner & Show

Glaciers

Culture

Gourmet Dining

Adventures

Local Gastronomy

Exploration Cruise

Horseback Riding

Includes

2 nights in Buenos Aires
3 nights in El Calafate
1 night in Ushuaia
4 nights exploration cruise Australis
3 nights in Santiago de Chile
Private guided transfers
Private guided explorations
All the entrance fees
Daily full breakfast
Meals as indicated, including beverages
Luggage porters during transfers
Water during transfers and explorations