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4 Star
5-99 Years
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Itinerary
Arrive in Buenos Aires, a city that radiates Latin-infused rhythm mixed with European heritage. Meet your fellow travelers for a welcome briefing at your hotel. Head to dinner with your new friends and indulge in savory Argentine flavors. (D) Stay: Sofitel Buenos Aires Recoleta (3 Nights)
Start the day with a visit to the famous Recoleta Cemetery and take in the towering mausoleums – considered to be one of the most beautiful cemeteries in the world – and the final resting place of Eva Peron. After, embark on a panoramic city tour and coast down the famous Avenida 9 de Julio. Take in the Parisian architecture and verdant trees lining the world's widest avenue. Discover the city's most well-known sites before arriving to the colorful neighborhood of La Boca.
Tonight, get into the Argentinian spirit with a tango show and dinner. (B/D)
Today is yours to spend in Buenos Aires as you please. Perhaps you'll take a tour of the Teatro Colon or meander your way through the San Telmo Market. (B)
Fly to El Calafate, the gateway to Patagonia's natural splendor, known as the “National Capital of the Glaciers.” Enjoy some free time this afternoon in this charming town. Gather this evening for dinner with your fellow travelers. (B/D) Stay: Mirador del Lago Hotel (2 Nights)
This morning, get ready to embark on a cruise that will take you up close to the Perito Moreno Glacier. This gigantic tower of vibrant ice rests against blue-green waters – an awe-inspiring wonder of the natural world. Then, catch many views of the glacier from a series of walkways. Gaze off the shoreline in search of floating icebergs as you listen for the resounding cracks of ice sheets breaking free. (B)
Today, take in the vast landscape and learn more about Patagonian wildlife while traveling to the border and crossing into Chile. Arrive in Torres del Paine National Park, one of the most remote, unspoiled places in the world, designated a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve. Soak the dramatic beauty of jagged mountains, expansive grasslands, and ethereal teal waters and marvel at cascading waterfalls on a panoramic tour through one of South America's most incredible national parks. Along the way, you may spot soaring condors, inquisitive guanacos (llamas), and independent felines.
After, check into your hotel for a two-night stay beside stunning views of the Serrano River and Paine mountain range. (B/L/D) Stay: Rio Serrano Hotel & Spa (2 Nights)
Set out to spend a full day exploring the wonders of Torres del Paine. Stretch your legs on a morning hike to the Salto Grande waterfall. Your guide will make sure you don't miss a thing, from this landscape's stunning features to the flora and fauna all around you.
Following lunch, the adventure continues with a scenic hike around Lago Grey, leading to spectacular views of the Grey Glacier. (B/L/D)
Enjoy a leisurely morning at your hotel, taking in those final views of the park or perhaps joining your guide for a nature walk. After lunch, head south to Puerto Natales. This evening is yours to enjoy at leisure. (B) Stay: Remota Patagonia Lodge
Today, make your way to the coastal metropolis of Punta Arenas. Along the way, stop to spend time at a family-owned Patagonian estancia. Enjoy a traditional lamb roast lunch as you chat and learn about the culture.
Later in Punta Arenas, admire the sights, where brightly colored houses meet modern skyscrapers. As the day draws to a close, leave the mainland on the Ventus Australis – your home for the next four nights. Head for one of the most remote corners of the world as you sail through Chilean waters. (B/L/D) Stay: Ventus Australis (4 Nights)
Dock in Ainsworth Bay. As you take your Zodiac to shore, keep an eye out for the area's extensive birdlife or perhaps a colony of elephant seals. Get ready to choose how to spend the morning because it's your choice!
Embark on new adventures by starting at the beach to discover Ainsworth Forest. Learn all about the evolution and vegetation as a cause of the glacier recession and explore a beaver habitat -OR- venture off on an active hike along a glacial moraine – a unique form of glacial sediment made from rock and soil. No matter what you choose, take in surreal views of the Almirantazgo Sound and Darwin Mountain Range. Back on the ship, sail to the Tucker Islets where you'll head to shore for a close-up view of the Magellan penguins. (B/L/D)
Take a Zodiac to shore and stand in awe before the Pia Glacier, a colossal mass of ice slowly crawling down the mountains. Decide where you want to hike because it's your choice! Traverse the Pia Boulders on a medium level hike for panoramic views of the glacier -OR- venture on an easy walk towards the Pia Lookout for panoramic views of the glacier. Back onboard the ship, continue through the Beagle Channel and into Glacier Alley. These impressive masses of ice are so large that most of them are named after countries – including Holland, Italy, Germany, and France. (B/L/D)
Disembark at Cape Horn National Park, home to an archipelago of islands, and considered to be the “End of the Earth.” This afternoon, anchor at fabled Wulaia Bay and visit the historic radio station, formerly used by the Chilean Navy.
Explore the area by selecting a hike alongside an expert guide because it's your choice!Head towards the peak on the most difficult hike for a scenic lookout -OR- embark on a slower paced hike with a medium difficulty towards the Forest Lookout -OR- take a peaceful nature walk along the beach for a chance to witness even more wildlife. Each choice will offer sprawling vistas of the gentle bay and allows time to leave a postcard at the information center. (B/L/D)
Your cruise through Patagonia comes to an end as you enter Argentine waters, docking at Ushuaia. Disembark in Ushuaia before flying to Buenos Aires. Tonight, gather for a farewell dinner and share a toast with your fellow travel companions. (B/D) Stay: Sofitel Buenos Aires Recoleta
Say adios to Argentina as your tour draws to a close this morning. (B)
Tour Inclusions
- Get a glimpse into Argentine culture at a lively tango performance.
- Meet a local gaucho (cowboy) and learn all about life on the ranch.
- Embark on a 4-night cruise through the fjords and ethereal wilderness of Patagonia.
- Hike the "End of the Earth" at Cape Horn.
- Enter a rugged wonderland as you walk through the breathtaking Torres del Paine National Park.
- Venture to Argentina's Perito Moreno Glacier.
- Spend the afternoon at a family-owned Patagonian estancia and enjoy a traditional lamb roast.
- Enjoy unlimited wine and beer with every dinner while onboard your cruise ship.
- Expertly crafted itineraries
- 4-star+ accommodation
- Skilled and engaging tour managers
- Expert local guides with insider knowledge
- Attraction entrance fees
- Many meals full of local flavour
- Unparalleled sightseeing
- Enriching cultural experiences
- Comfortable on-tour transportation
- Hotel-to-hotel baggage handling
- Plus, access to Wi-Fi hotspots on tour
- This tour includes moderate physical activity. The itinerary blends some longer days with shorter days and more leisure time. Walking tours, as well as walking slightly longer distances, up stairs or on uneven walking surfaces should be expected.
- Airport transfers at your arrival and departure destination are not included in the price of the tour.
- Itinerary and inclusions subject to change.
- Price is for land, cruise and specified internal flights. International flights not included.
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Trip Optionals
- Location: Buenos Aires. Cost: $89.
- Just 22 miles (approximately 35 kilometers) from Buenos Aires, set out for Tigre for an unforgettable opportunity to explore the picturesque landscape of the Parana River Delta. Embark on a relaxing one-hour boat ride along the canals, experiencing a different side of the Buenos Aires province. As you glide through the waterways, take in the sights along this historic route, passing through the prosperous northern parts of Buenos Aires. Take in stunning views of the exotic subtropical forest and get a glimpse of rowing clubs, weekend homes built on pillars, and the lives of islanders. Venture out of the city and spend the afternoon sightseeing around the Tigre Delta. Duration approximately 4.5 hour(s). Transportation is included. A minimum of 10 passenger(s) is required to operate this option. This option must be booked at least 48 hours prior to tour departure date. This is a private tour and includes pick-up and drop-off from the hotel, cruise, and local guide.
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