Natural Landscapes of Argentina (16 days / 15 nights)

Day 1: Buenos Aires

Arrival, assistance and reception by our staff at the International Airport and transfer to the selected hotel. Rest of the day at leisure. Accommodation.

Day 2: Buenos Aires 

Breakfast. In the morning, we will explore Buenos Aires with a panoramic City Tour visiting its main attractions, from the picturesque neighborhoods of San Telmo and La Boca in the south to the districts of Recoleta and Palermo in the north, exploring squares and historic buildings of magnificent architecture. Accommodation.

Day 3: Buenos Aires / Puerto Madryn

Breakfast. At the agreed time, transfer to the airport to take a flight to Trelew. Arrival, assistance and reception by our staff at the airport and transfer to the selected hotel in Puerto Madryn (approximately 50 minutes away). Rest of the day at leisure. Optional - depending on arriving time, it must be before 8am - Punta Tombo reserve tour (penguin rookery). Accommodation.

Day 4: Puerto Madryn

Breakfast. We will depart from Puerto Madryn, crossing the Carlos Ameghino Isthmus to reach the Peninsula Valdés, declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site. We will then arrive at Puerto Pirámides, a small town where we can visit the Punta Pirámide sea lion colony during the breeding season (December to March). The journey continues towards the Punta Delgada lighthouse in the southeast of the peninsula, where we will have time for lunch (not included) surrounded by beautiful cliffs and a panoramic view of the sea. Afterward, we will head towards Caleta Valdés, an area with unique geography where we can admire the impressive southern elephant seals weighing between 1 and 3 tons and measuring up to 6 meters. On the return journey, we will observe Bird Island, located 5km from the Ameghino Isthmus, using a telescope to spot the island's birdlife. Optional: Whale watching boat tour (available only during the season, July to December). Return to the hotel and accommodation.

Day 5: Puerto Madryn / Ushuaia

Breakfast. At the agreed time, transfer to the airport to take a flight to Ushuaia. Arrival, assistance and reception by our staff at the airport and transfer to the selected hotel. Rest of the day at leisure. Accommodation.

Day 6: Ushuaia

Breakfast. In the morning, we'll head to Tierra del Fuego National Park for a ride on the Southern Fuegian Railway, also known as the End of the World Train. This legendary train offers panoramic views of ancient forests and native settlements before continuing the tour into the park. We'll explore scenic viewpoints, cultural landmarks, and the southernmost postal station in the Americas. Afterward, we'll continue to Ensenada, a bay with a unique ecosystem, where we'll visit archaeological remains and enjoy short walks to appreciate the flora and fauna, including Glacial Lake Acigami (Roca) and Lapataia Bay. In the afternoon, we'll embark on a relaxing catamaran cruise through the historic and challenging Beagle Channel. We'll depart from the tourist pier, sailing through Ushuaia Bay and observing the city at the foot of the Andes Mountains. Along the way, we'll pass Bird Island and Sea Lion Island, both part of the Bridges Archipelago, where we'll observe Fuegian birdlife and sea lions. We'll also see the Les Eclaireurs Lighthouse and hear the story of the sinking of the Monte Cervantes ship. The journey will end with breathtaking views of the surrounding mountain range. Return to hotel and accommodation. 

Day 7: Ushuaia / El Calafate

Breakfast. At the agreed time, transfer to the airport to board a flight to the city of El Calafate. Upon arrival, assistance and reception by our staff at the airport. Transfer to the selected hotel. Rest of the day at leisure. Accommodation.

Day 8: El Calafate

Breakfast. In the morning we will leave El Calafate to go to Los Glaciares National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage site since 1981, to marvel at the majestic Perito Moreno Glacier. The journey offers stunning views of Lake Argentino and its diverse birdlife as we traverse the Patagonian steppe and Andean Patagonian Forest. Upon reaching the glacier, explore the main balcony and walk freely along the pathways for various viewpoints. After free time for lunch (restaurant and snack services available in the park, not included), we embark on the Safari Náutico navigation to admire the glacier's southern wall. Rising approximately 60m above the water and descending over 100m below, the ice wall offers a breathtaking sight. Cruise along its length boarding at the port in "Bajo de las Sombras" bay, 7 km before the Glacier Viewpoint. This tour provides a unique perspective of the glacier's magnificence, not fully visible from the walkways alone. Return to hotel and accommodation. 

Day 9: El Calafate 

Breakfast. Day at leisure to explore the destination. Accommodation.

Day 10: El Calafate / Bariloche

Breakfast. At the agreed time, transfer to the airport to take a flight to Bariloche. Arrival, assistance and reception by our staff at the airport and transfer to the selected hotel. Accommodation.

Day 11: Bariloche

Breakfast. We will explore the city with the Circuito Chico Tour, starting from downtown and following Bustillo Avenue along the Nahuel Huapi Lake, which will accompany you for almost the entire journey. Our first stop will be at Cerro Campanario, 1,050 meters above sea level (Chairlift ascent included to enjoy panoramic views). We will then proceed along Bustillo, reaching the Llao Llao peninsula, where the iconic Hotel Llao Llao and the San Eduardo Chapel will be nestled amidst breathtaking natural surroundings, alongside Puerto Pañuelo. The route will continue to a panoramic viewpoint, offering views of Lake Moreno and the Llao Llao peninsula. We will then cross the bridge connecting Moreno East-West. Throughout the tour, the landscape will alternate between forests, lakes, and mountain ranges, showcasing Bariloche's natural beauty. The rest of the afternoon will be at leisure. Accommodation.

Day 12: Bariloche

Breakfast. We will head to Puerto Pañuelo to board a boat through the Llao Llao Peninsula, arriving at the Quetrihue Isthmus. We will visit a Forest of Arrayanes, a tree with peculiar characteristics, walking along a pathway of walkways. At the end of the trail, we will visit the Forest House, a place that, according to myth, Walt Disney used as inspiration to make the movie 'Bambi'. Then, we will sail through Puerto Anchorena towards Victoria Island, enjoying its native flora and walking its trails until we reach Playa del Toro, with volcanic sand and cave paintings. Return to the city and accommodation.

Day 13: Bariloche / Iguazú

Breakfast. At the indicated time, transfer in private service to the airport to take a flight to Iguazú. Arrival, reception and transport to the selected hotel. Rest of the day at leisure. Accommodation.

Day 14: Iguazú

Breakfast. Departure to visit the Argentine side of the Iguazú Falls (National Park ticket included), which were declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1984. We will explore the upper and lower walkways of the Argentine National Park, getting close enough to the falls to almost touch them. We recommend the optional experience 'Gran Aventura' where you can get on a boat to get baptized under one of the falls. Return to hotel and accommodation.

Day 15: Iguazú - Buenos Aires

Breakfast. In the morning, we are going to visit the Brazilian Side of the falls. From the Visitor Center we will get on board of modern panoramic buses that will take us to the walkway path. The extension of the walkways is 1,200 meters from where you can get a spectacular panoramic view of the 275 waterfalls that make up the Iguazú Falls, of which the most important on the Brazilian side are four: Floriano, Deodoro, Benjamín Constant and Salto Unión or Garganta del Diablo. At the end of the tour, we will take the panoramic elevator that will take us to the bus that will return us to the Visitor Center. Later, at the agreed time, transfer to the airport to take a flight to Buenos Aires. Arrival, assistance, and reception by our staff at the airport and transfer to the selected hotel. Accommodation.

Day 16: Buenos Aires

Breakfast. At the agreed time, transfer to the international airport. End of our services.

NOTES:

* Domestic and international flights are not included.

* To include the regular tour to the Brazilian Falls, passengers must take a flight to Buenos Aires after 6:00 pm.

* In Iguazú: Transfers In or Out from 10:00 PM to 6:30 AM will only be carried out privately and will be confirmed with private rates.