Patagonia – Argentina and Chile…. a journey beyond the ordinary

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THE JOURNEY – 18 Days

 

Patagonia – Argentina & Chile... A Journey Beyond the Ordinary



A true overland adventure and an authentic grand tour of Patagonia. This immersive journey, accessible to all travelers, combines spectacular natural landscapes with rich cultural and ethnic experiences. From the vast Patagonian steppe to the legendary peaks of Fitz Roy and Cerro Torre, from the Perito Moreno Glacier to the lakes of Torres del Paine, and all the way to Tierra del Fuego and Ushuaia, the southernmost city in the world, this itinerary reveals the most iconic and remote corners of one of the planet’s last great wildernesses. A constantly changing landscape of glaciers, mountains, endless horizons, wildlife, and frontier towns, where every day brings new discoveries and unforgettable encounters with the spirit of Patagonia.

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  • Nature guide
  • Breathtaking landscapes
  • Nature tour
  • Group tour

Description

Day 1 – Flight from Italy to Buenos Aires

Departure from Rome Fiumicino Airport at 6:15 p.m. on a direct overnight Aerolíneas Argentinas flight to Buenos Aires.
Meals and overnight stay on board.

Day 2 – Buenos Aires City Tour

Arrival in Buenos Aires at 4:40 a.m. After customs formalities and currency exchange, transfer by private minibus to the city center.
Guided tour of Argentina’s vibrant capital, home to approximately 12 million people. Highlights include Avenida 9 de Julio, considered one of the widest avenues in the world, Calle Florida, Avenida de Mayo, Plaza de Mayo, Casa Rosada, El Cabildo, the Cathedral, and the famous districts of La Boca, San Telmo, Recoleta, and Caminito.
In the early afternoon, check-in at the centrally located Lennox Hotel***.
Free time to relax or continue exploring the city independently. Lunch and dinner at leisure.

Day 3 – Buenos Aires – Comodoro Rivadavia – Los Antiguos

Breakfast and transfer to the airport for the 9:55 a.m. flight to Comodoro Rivadavia.
Arrival at 12:30 p.m., where we meet our guide and private vehicle.
We travel westward across the oil-producing Patagonian plateau of Santa Cruz Province towards Lake Buenos Aires, Argentina’s fourth-largest lake.
Arrival in Los Antiguos, close to the Chilean border, in the late afternoon.
Accommodation at Hostería Uendeunk.
Dinner at leisure.

Day 4 – Los Antiguos – Puerto Río Tranquilo

Crossing into Chile at Chile Chico.
The route follows the shores of General Carrera Lake, revealing spectacular landscapes along the way.
Boat excursion to the extraordinary marble formations known as the Marble Cathedral, Marble Chapel, and Marble Cave.
Accommodation at Mallin Colorado Ecolodge in Puerto Guadal.
Dinner and overnight stay.

Day 5 – Chile Chico – Cueva de las Manos Area

After re-entering Argentina, we join the legendary Ruta 40 and continue south through the Patagonian steppe. Visit to the colorful landscapes known as the “Tierras de Colores”, where mineral deposits paint the mountains in shades of yellow, red, and ochre.
Accommodation for two nights at Estancia Posta de Los Toldos.
Dinner and overnight stay.

Day 6 – Cueva de las Manos – Río Pinturas

Visit to the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Cueva de las Manos with a local guide.
These remarkable cave paintings, created between 13,000 and 9,300 years ago by the Tehuelche people, display extraordinary handprints and geometric designs in shades of red, yellow, orange, and black. If time allows, excursion through the Río Pinturas Valley.
Return to Los Toldos. Dinner and overnight stay.

Day 7 – Los Toldos – El Chaltén

Departure along the legendary Ruta 40 towards El Chaltén. Travel through vast Patagonian landscapes past Cardiel and Viedma Lakes before entering Los Glaciares National Park.
Arrival in El Chaltén, Argentina’s trekking capital, with spectacular views of Mount Fitz Roy and Cerro Torre.
Accommodation at Hostería Vertical Lodge or Hotel Lunajum.
Dinner at leisure.
Hosteria Vertical Lodge / Hotel Lunajum

Day 8 – El Pilar – Fitz Roy Base Camps

Excursion from Hostería Pilar to the world-famous Fitz Roy trekking area.
Visit the legendary mountaineering base camps and, for those wishing to continue, hike to Laguna de los Tres.
Return via Laguna Capri.
Dinner and overnight stay.
Hosteria Vertical Lodge / Hotel Lunajum

Day 9 – Cerro Torre Base Camp

Guided excursion through Los Glaciares National Park to the Cerro Torre area. Walk through lenga forests, mountain ridges, glacial landscapes, and breathtaking alpine scenery.
Return to El Chaltén.
Dinner at leisure and overnight stay.
Hosteria Vertical Lodge / Hotel Lunajum

Day 10 – El Chaltén – Petrified Forest of La Leona – El Calafate

Departure for El Calafate with a stop at La Leona.
Guided visit to the Petrified Forest of La Leona.
Arrival in El Calafate and accommodation at Hostería Roble Sur.

Dinner at leisure and overnight stay.

Day 11 – Perito Moreno Glacier

Excursion to the spectacular Perito Moreno Glacier.
Observe one of the world’s most impressive glaciers, with a front over 5 km wide and ice walls rising 60-80 meters above the lake.
Optional boat excursion available (extra charge payable locally).
Return to El Calafate.
Dinner at leisure and overnight stay.

Day 12 – El Calafate – Torres del Paine National Park

Crossing into Chile and entering Torres del Paine National Park.
Along the way, opportunities to observe guanacos, birds of prey, and the dramatic granite towers of Paine.
Accommodation at El Ovejero Patagónico near Cerro Castillo.
Short walk in the surrounding area.
Dinner and overnight stay.

Day 13 – Torres del Paine Lakes – Puerto Natales

Breakfast.
Day dedicated to exploring the park’s most spectacular lakes, including Nordenskjöld, Grey, Sarmiento de Gamboa, and Pehoé.
Visits to Salto Grande and Salto Chico waterfalls and a short hike to a panoramic viewpoint overlooking Grey Glacier and its floating icebergs.
Arrival in Puerto Natales.
Accommodation at Hostal Los Pinos or Hotel Big Sur.
Dinner at leisure.

Day 14 – Puerto Natales – Río Grande (Tierra del Fuego)

Morning visit of Puerto Natales before continuing towards Tierra del Fuego. Travel through remote Patagonian landscapes and along the Strait of Magellan.
Visit to the historic Estancia San Gregorio.
Ferry crossing of the Strait of Magellan.
Arrival in Río Grande.
Accommodation at Hotel Grande.
Dinner and overnight stay.

Day 15 – Río Grande – Ushuaia

Travel across Argentine Tierra del Fuego towards Ushuaia, the world’s southernmost city.
Cross Garibaldi Pass, the only north-south crossing of the Fuegian Andes.
Afternoon guided visit to Tierra del Fuego National Park, including the end of the Pan-American Highway, beaver dams, Nothofagus forests, bays, and the southernmost post office in the world.
Dinner at leisure and overnight stay.

Day 16 – Ushuaia – Beagle Channel Navigation & City Visit

Breakfast and free day. Optional Beagle Channel navigation (not included).
Opportunity to explore Ushuaia and its museums independently.
Dinner at leisure and overnight stay.

Day 17 – Ushuaia – Buenos Aires

Flight from Ushuaia at 1:15 p.m. Arrival in Buenos Aires at 4:45 p.m.
Transfer to Ezeiza International Airport for the return flight to Italy scheduled for 10:40 p.m.

Day 18 – Arrival in Italy

Arrival in Rome at approximately 4:00 p.m.
The journey ends here, but Patagonia will remain forever in our memories.

Please note: the itinerary may be subject to changes at the discretion of the tour leader.

Tour Operator: Natura da Vivere by A.R.D.E.A. s.c.r.l. – Nature Travel Specialists.

 

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Patagonia Through Argentina and Chile

A true overland adventure and an authentic grand tour of Patagonia. This journey, suitable for all travelers, combines extraordinary natural landscapes with rich cultural and ethnic experiences. Traveling from north to south by private vehicle, we will cross the entire region, visiting some of the most celebrated national parks in both Argentine and Chilean Patagonia, all the way to Ushuaia in Tierra del Fuego, the southernmost city in the world.

Throughout this Patagonian adventure, we change destination almost every day, continuously moving through breathtaking scenery and reaching remarkable locations where we enjoy short, medium, or full-day excursions.

The direct connection with vast wilderness areas and local cultures is one of the defining features of this journey. Hospitality here reflects the remoteness of these lands at the “end of the world”, where nature still dominates and discovery remains a genuine part of travel.

Expect landscapes that go beyond imagination and destinations that still offer the rare and unforgettable thrill of exploration.

Please Note: Travelers wishing to share a room with another participant may request a roommate. If a shared room arrangement cannot be provided, only 50% of the single-room supplement will be charged.

Accommodation: Hotels, estancias, and guesthouses in twin/double rooms with private bathroom facilities.

Minimum Number of Participants: 10

Maximum Number of Participants: 12

Optional Extension to Iguazú Falls (2 Days / 1 Night): itinerary and quotation available upon request.

Before leaving

  • A passport valid for at least six months beyond the date of travel is required.

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