Trek the remarkably rugged and breathtaking Argentine and Chilean Patagonia on this 15-day active adventure hiking tour to El Calafate, Torres del Paine National Park, and El Chalten in the Los Glaciares National Park. Your travels will start and end in the cultural capital of Buenos Aires but take you to experience the impressive glaciers, challenging trails, magnificent landscapes, and momentous mountain ranges Patagonia is famous for along the way.
Customizable Itinerary
Day 1
Buenos Aires - Explore the Barrios of Buenos Aires
Your active adventure in Argentina will begin in Buenos Aires, the South American country’s bustling capital city. A driver will collect you from the airport and take you through the city’s vibrant, colorful districts to accommodation around the corner from the action. Buenos Aires is a fascinating place to wander and you will happily explore the charming barrios, or neighborhoods, to take in the absorbing atmosphere, watch tango performers twirl around Plaza squares, and tuck into Argentine Asado, a traditional barbeque of grilled meats with cultural spices.
What's Included:
Day 2
Buenos Aires - Cultural Immersion in the Capital
Day 3
El Calafate - Patagonian Pictures of Laguna Nimez
Day 4
El Calafate - Across the Rico Arm of Perito Moreno Glacier
Day 5
Torres del Paine National Park - To Puerto Natales and Chile Patagonia
Day 6
Torres del Paine National Park - Surreal Spectacles at Mirador las Torres
Day 7
Torres del Paine National Park - Casual Meander to Los Cuernos
Day 8
Torres del Paine National Park - Journey to the French Valley
Day 9
Torres del Paine National Park - Gallivant to the Grey Glacier
Day 10
El Chalten - Head for the Los Glaciares National Park
Day 11
El Chalten - The Classic Torre Lagoon Trek
Day 12
El Chalten - Laguna de Los Tres Trek to Fitz Roy
Day 13
El Chalten - Amble from Town to Laguna Capri
Day 14
Buenos Aires - Back to Where It All Began
Day 15
Buenos Aires - Farewell, South America
Trip Highlights
- Immerse yourself in Argentine culture as you explore the Claustros Históricos Basílica del Pilar and graveyard in Recoleta, Plaza de Mayo, La Boca, Casa Rosada, and more on a Buenos Aires private city tour
- Tuck into Argentinian cuisine, such as an authentic Asado barbeque, with the locals and enjoy the opportunity to watch talented Tango dancers perform the night away in the colorful port town of La Boca
- Trek across the icy catwalks of the Rico Arm of Perito Moreno Glacier in El Calafate and absorb Argentine Patagonia from a boat sailing the serene waters surrounding Puerto Bajo las Sombras
- Hike the Mirador las Torres trail and witness the sparkling waters of Nordenskjöld and the craggy cliffs of Almirante Nieto before you reach the views of Torre Sur, Torre Central, and Torre Norte in Torres del Paine National Park
- Pass colorful flower groves and lush emerald slopes during a casual meander to Los Cuernos against a backdrop of the Paine Massif and Nordenskjöld Lake
- Journey up the French Valley to observe the colossal hanging glacier and continue to witness views of the remarkably rugged and massive mountains that surround Mirador Britanico
- Climb the steep surfaces and descend the rolling valleys en route to the Grey Glacier before you relish a peaceful catamaran cruise across the shimmering blue waters of Pehoé Lake
- Embrace Patagonia like never before during a slow and sensational saunter on the classic Torre Lagoon trek in the shadows of the Adela range
- Challenge yourself with the rewarding Laguna de Los Tres trek to lofty lookout points that overlook the towing mountain face of Fitz Roy past the red algae rocks of Del Salto stream valley en route
- Amble from town to Laguna Capri past the De las Vueltas river to Fitz Roy viewpoint overlooking the mountain and Piedras Blancas glacier
Starting Price
$8,100 per person (excluding international flights)
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.
Reviews of this Travel Agency
4.85 stars based on 129 reviews.
Zicasso's travel specialist helped by booking and planning every aspect of our trip (flights, hotels, transfers, tours, etc), all based on my wishes, along with his suggestions. He also ensured we had time to relax between activities (so often, an agent books so many activities you don't get a chance to stop and sit, but we had a few hours each day to do so). From meeting us upon arrival to the constant communication during the trip, he made sure everything ran smoothly. We had to adjust a tour due to weather, but he was on top of it, ensuring we had other options for that day.
Our agent and his team made everything run smoothly and ensured we had a great trip to an area we were not familiar with.
Reviewed By Michelle J.
The trip was absolutely delightful. The itinerary was well-paced, allowing time for touring, sightseeing, and leisurely free time. Zicasso's travel agent did an exceptional job at each phase of the planning, organizing, and implementation. Individual tour guides were accommodating, thoughtful, gracious, and attentive. The travel agent made himself available throughout the trip, adapting when needed. All drivers were courteous, efficient, and always on time. While none of the drivers spoke English, they made every effort to communicate as best as possible.
Reviewed By Gail G.
Zicasso's travel consultant organized an amazing trip to Argentina for me and my two grandchildren. We enjoyed it so much that we didn’t want to leave! The guides and drivers were all very professional and knowledgeable. The travel consultant was readily available for questions. Overall, it was a great experience.
Reviewed By CAROL G.
Argentina is an amazing country and we had a fantastic time! The travel agent from Zicasso's travel company helped curate a trip that checked all the boxes of what we enjoy about travel. The history, neighborhoods, and dancing we experienced in Buenos Aires were fascinating. The dining experience at the restaurant near Plaza Serrano was top-notch. The scenic beauty we observed in Bariloche was inspiring, and the thrills and views of Iguazú Falls we experienced and witnessed were simply amazing.
Highlights included the Glaciar Castaño Overo hike with the guides (they were great people and we really enjoyed their company; we would highly recommend them). The views from Cerro Campanario in Bariloche. The jet-boat ride and helicopter tour at Iguazú will leave lasting memories imprinted on my brain. It was just a stellar experience that no one should miss when coming to the area. The lunch and olive oil tasting on our wine tour was a delight and unique from any wine tour we’ve ever done.
All around, it was a great trip that went pretty smoothly from start to finish. We are grateful to the travel specialist for putting it all together (hotels, excursions, internal flights, transfers, etc.) so all we had to do was show up and enjoy.
Reviewed By Andrew V.
Our two-week trip to Patagonia was exceptional. We enjoyed a variety of experiences, from hiking and kayaking to staying on an estancia, visiting glaciers, and horseback riding. Our guides were excellent and the accommodations were amazing. Zicasso's trip planner was available to answer any questions we had throughout the trip. It was very reassuring to have him in-country as a resource when needed. He always responded promptly and checked in with us throughout the trip.
Reviewed By Susan C.
Zicasso's travel agent was always vigilant in ensuring the trip went well. He added many special touches.
Reviewed By Marty H.
