About this trip
This 12-day journey through Argentina and Chile moves between two capital cities and the dramatic scenery of Patagonia. You'll take in the energy of Buenos Aires and the cosmopolitan feel of Santiago, then head south to El Calafate for glacier views and the peaks of Torres del Paine.
Along the way you pass snow-capped volcanoes and vineyard country, with local flights covering the longer distances between stops. A highlight is walking the boardwalks near El Calafate, where you get several different vantage points on the ice floes.
It's set up as a partially guided trip that can also run as a private tour, which makes it a reasonable option for families or groups wanting more control over pace.
What you'll do
- Explore Buenos Aires
- Take in Santiago's city life
- Walk boardwalks overlooking the ice floes near El Calafate
- See the peaks of Torres del Paine
- Pass snow-capped volcanoes and vineyard landscapes
- Travel between destinations by local flight
- Partially guided - a mix of guided sightseeing and time on your own
- Can be arranged as a private tour, suited to families
- Includes local flights between key stops
Worth it if you're flexible with flight disruptions and enjoy remote hiking. Think twice if you need English speakers or light sleep.
- Staff handled domestic flight cancellations efficiently; felt genuinely looked after throughout.
- Few English speakers on ground; Spanish prep essential. One traveller's pro tip for future bookers.
- Puerto Natales sea view rooms have significant street noise; light sleepers should request alternatives.
- El Calafate hotel laundry costs half the price of other local options.
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Getting there
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Where to stay
A night before your tour in Buenos Aires · 24 Jul – 25 Jul
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