Let the luxury soothe you and the remote wilderness enchant you during your custom-tailored luxury Patagonia tour in Argentina and Chile. Embark on an adventurous horseback riding excursion to mountaintops that resemble granite towers. Hike alongside pristine turquoise lakes with icebergs floating on the surface. Ancient forests fill the air with a semi-sweet aroma. Your luxury accommodations lull you into comfort with stunning views of the magnificent landscape and attentive service curated to...
Customizable Itinerary
Day 1
Buenos Aires - Aristocratic Buenos Aires
Buenos Aires is a city of passion and movement, sophistication and charisma. The various neighborhoods of the city maintain a definitive character specific to each barrio. Tango dancers perform on the street in La Boca. Oak trees shade the sidewalks in the old district of Palermo. Avenida de Mayo stretches along the historic district of Congresso, filled with imposing buildings with an imperial design. Consider learning more about your Argentina travel companies that strive to produce a premier experience from your arrival in Argentina to your departure back home. You arrive at the airport to find your private transfer waiting at baggage claim. Your hotel is situated in the aristocratic neighborhood of Recoleta.
The streets emit a Parisian ambiance in the wide avenues and bustling cafes, filled with tables that provide patrons with views of the passing city. It is easy to fall into the lifestyle of a porteño, a local of Buenos Aires. Boutique shops continue to fill their windows with elegant displays dedicated to the exuberant lives of the city. A leather goods store has fashionable items from purses to wallets that pay a subtle homage to the celebrated cowboy past of Argentina. Patio Bullrich is the most prestigious mall in Buenos Aires with a dramatic glass ceiling framing the upper levels of the arcade.
What's Included:
Day 2
El Chaltén - City Life to Countryside Allure
Day 3
El Chaltén - El Chaltén Discovery
Day 4
El Chaltén - The Glacial Difference
Day 5
El Calafate - Along the Secluded Plain
Day 6
El Calafate - Morning at the Glacier
Day 7
Torres del Paine - Taking in Chile
Day 8
Torres del Paine - The French Valley
Day 9
Torres del Paine - A Different Type of Glacier
Day 10
Torres del Paine - A Promise of Relaxation
Day 11
Torres del Paine - Luxury of Home
Trip Highlights
- Indulge in luxurious accommodations set in stunning seclusion with unhindered views of the surrounding scenery
- Explore the dramatic Patagonian Steppe on a guided hike to Laguna de los Tres
- Trek to the top of Argentina’s largest glacier to uncover unique ice formations
- Cruise alongside the ice wall of Perito Moreno Glacier located inside Glaciers National Park
- Horseback ride along the sensational foothills and near the shores of glacial lakes in Torres del Paine National Park
- Witness the magnificent hanging glaciers overlooking the French Valley on a full day guided trek
- Discover the beauty of the flora and fauna in its natural habitat in incredible Patagonia
Detailed Description
Patagonia is majestic, conjuring images of glaciers and ranches, plains and snowcapped peaks. Your 11-day luxury Patagonia tour to Argentina and Chile is best experienced from November to March. Pumas scour the high-altitude plains in search of guanaco, and notro flowers color the hills with passionate spindly petals. The flora and fauna, the breathtaking scenery, and the world-class accommodation are inspiring reasons to bask in the wonders of Patagonia. You arrive in the vibrant city of Buenos Aires, the capital of Argentina. The musical pulse of the city is alluring.
You easily settle into your hotel in the charming neighborhood of Recoleta. The following day, your private transfer escorts you to the airport for your domestic flight to El Calafate. You continue to the northern rim of Glaciers National Park and embrace the comforts of your celebrated luxury hotel. The next days are yours to embark on the first of many Patagonia trekking tours to discover the remarkable landscape around the town of El Chalten. Trek to the climbers’ basecamp around the Mount Fitz Roy or traverse the foothills to Laguna Capri. For an incredible adventure, you can venture to Glacier Viedma to trek along the icy surface.
Your private transfer escorts you to a luxurious ranch-style resort outside of El Calafate, known as Eolo. Your room has an unparalleled view of the valley and mountains. Next, your guide leads you into Glaciers National Park for a cruise along Iceberg Channel to see the ice wall of Perito Moreno Glacier. You will also traverse the network of walkways that provide stunning panoramas of the glacier. Then you cross the border into Chile. Incredible massifs line the scenic drive before arriving at your luxury lodge, located in the heart of Torres del Paine National Park.
The hotel overlooks the tranquil shores of Lago Pehoé. The next few days are at your leisure to bask in the natural beauty, dramatic mountains, and indulgent comforts in and around your luxury accommodation. You can venture out to the French Valley for a view of the hanging glacier or horseback ride along lupine studded plains. Visit an exquisite waterfall and trek to a glacial lake for an up close view of the granite peaks of the Torres del Paine. On your final day in Chile, your private transfer greets you at the hotel and escorts you to Punta Arenas for your flight home. You could always fly to Peru or Brazil to continue your luxurious vacation.
Starting Price
$3,570 per person (excluding international flights)
Your Zicasso trip is fully customizable, and this sample itinerary is a starting place for your travel plans. Actual costs are dynamic, and your selection of accommodations and activities, your season of travel, and other such variables will bring this budget guideline up or down. Throughout your planning experience with your Zicasso specialist, your itinerary is designed around your budget. You can book your trip when you are satisfied with every detail. Planning your trip with a Zicasso travel specialist is a free service.
What's Included
- Accommodations
- In-country transportation
- Some or all activities and tours
- Expert trip planning
- 24x7 support during your trip
Your final trip cost will vary based on your selected accommodations, activities, meals, and other trip elements that you opt to include.
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