Best of Chile & Argentina

Arrive in Santiago
On arrival at the airport you will be met by our representative and transferred to your hotel.

Chile's capital city is surrounded by an extraordinary set of snow-capped Andean mountains to the east and a smaller coastal range to the west. It is truly a beautiful sight. The city offers one of Latin America's most cosmopolitan, vibrant and artistic city centres so your stay here is sure to be an exciting one.

Exclusive Santiago Tour
Tuesday to Sunday (tour will be different on Mondays due to closure of San Cristobal Hill Gondola)

On this excursion, we will discover the contrasts and charms of Santiago on a six-hour tour that combines the city’s most iconic landmarks with a few local favourites. Chile’s rich cultural heritage comes to life as we visit its most emblematic sites, including the Plaza de Armas – the historic heart of the city – the Government Palace of La Moneda, the Metropolitan Cathedral, and the picturesque Santa Lucía Hill, where Santiago was founded in 1541.

The route continues to the lively bohemian district of Bellavista, from where we ascend San Cristóbal Hill to enjoy a spectacular panoramic view of the city framed by the majestic Andes Mountains.

We then head towards the eastern sector, the most modern area of Santiago, known for its impressive high-rise buildings, elegant avenues, and vibrant urban atmosphere. During the day, we will have the opportunity to choose one of two optional activities to enhance our experience: visiting the fascinating Paris & Londres neighbourhood or exploring the charming Lastarria neighbourhood, renowned for its historic architecture, cafés, and cultural vibe.

At the end of the excursion, we return to our hotel with some free time to continue exploring the city at our own pace.

*Duration: 6 hours

Breakfast included.

Valparaiso, Vina del Mar & the Vineyards
Today we will head over to the coast and explore one of the most fascinating cities in Chile; Valparaiso. ‘Valpo', as it is fondly known by locals, was declared a world heritage site by UNESCO, and it is not difficult to see why. Picturesque architecture and multi-coloured urban housing spread out over more than forty hills, creating one of world's most eclectic, unique cities.

We will visit the downtown area with its new government house, the Plaza Sotomayor, the Plaza Victoria, the cathedral and the harbour area. Afterwards we take a funicular up into the hills where there is a fantastic collection of brightly painted houses and a fantastic view over the city (funicular not included). We enjoy coffee in one of the many cosy restaurants before we enjoy a stroll through the labyrinth of colourful streets lined with impressive street-art. You can also visit the former home of Pablo Neruda (entrance fee not included) and learn a little more about this famous Chilean poet.

From Valparaiso we'll head to the fashionable coastal resort city of Viña del Mar where we can admire the famous city ‘flower clock' and visit the Main Square, which offers an ampitheatre that hosts the Viña del Mar International Song Festival every summer.

We include time for lunch and on the way back to Santiago we will explore the Casablanca valley with its famous orchards, citrus groves, grape plantations and wonderful mountain backdrops. The journey also takes us to a local vineyard, where there is the opportunity to taste some local produce. After that, we return back to the hotel in Santiago where we will have the evening at leisure. Please let us know if you prefer not to stop at the local vineyard.

Please note: All services are offered as private except the wine tasting in the Casablanca Valley. This tour will be shared with a group of up to 25 people.

Breakfast included.

Hotel to Airport (Private)
Our representative will pick you up from your hotel and transfer you to the airport for your departure flight.

4 Day Torres del Paine All-Inclusive Stay
The accommodations that we use for this package are as follows:

- Comfort: EcoCamp - Standard Dome
- Superior: EcoCamp - Superior Dome
- Deluxe: EcoCamp - Suite Dome

Arrival Day
From the airport or your hotel in Punta Arenas you’ll be transferred to your luxury accommodation in Torres del Paine National Park where you’ll spend the next four days immersing yourself in the extraordinary natural landscapes of Patagonia.

Along the way we pass through the Patagonian steppe, a wide, open, vast territory, before arriving to the lodge in the afternoon.

The remainder of the day is at your leisure to explore the spectacular surroundings of your accommodation before enjoying dinner.

Dinner included.

Torres del Paine Activities
Enjoy the next two days with excursions of Torres del Paine that offer some of the most important viewpoints and attractions of this world famous national park.

Your stay includes all meals and activities with several walking excursions available including Torres Base, Laguna Azul, Lake Grey and several others. The walks are suitable for walkers of varying levels and there are also many other activities such as mountain biking, kayaking, canoeing, horse riding and fishing.

Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner included.

Departure Day
Sadly today you will bid your Torres del Paine adventure farewell as you enjoy your final breakfast at your accommodation then transfer out with a packed boxed lunch for the journey.

Breakfast and Lunch included.

Transfer to El Calafate
One of our representatives will meet you at your hotel and transfer you to your hotel in El Calafate.

Perito Moreno Glacier incl. Nautical Safari
After breakfast you will be picked up from your hotel for your excursion to the Perito Moreno Glacier, one of the most famous landmarks in South America and one of Patagonia's only advancing glaciers. The glacier is 5 kilometres wide, with an average height of 74 metres above the surface of the water of Lake Argentino and a total ice depth of 170 metres.

You'll go first to the glacier's less frequented north face to marvel at its splendour. You'll observe and hear giant chunks of ice plummet into the waters of Lake Argentino. Your guide will answer questions about the glacier and the park, and then we'll continue on to the footbridges and take a break to enjoy the surroundings. You'll also have the opportunity to do a short nautical safari to observe this magnificent glacier from a closer viewpoint.

After the thrilling encounter with the Perito Moreno, we'll drive back to Calafate where you will spend the evening.

**For those after something a little more adventurous, we can offer a ‘Mini trekking' excursion where you hike into the core of Perito Moreno Glacier and experience its surreal beauty. Please note, this is not an "add-on" to the above tour, it is a full day tour and needs to be pre-booked instead of the above tour. Let us know if you'd like more details on this tour.

Breakfast included.

Depart El Calafate
Our representative will pick you up from your hotel and transfer you to the airport.

Arrive in Buenos Aires
On arrival at the airport you will be met by our representative and transferred to your hotel.

Buenos Aires, capital of the Republic of Argentina and the country's largest city, is undeniably one of Latin America's hottest destinations. Located on the shores of the Rio de la Plata, the city's combination of European architecture and the passion of its people – the porteños (people of the port) – work together to create a colourful and dynamic modern city.

Breakfast included.

San Telmo and La Boca City Tour
This morning's excursion will introduce you to the magic of the Argentine capital. After being picked up from your hotel we start with a visit of 'San Telmo', the oldest barrio (neighbourhood) of Buenos Aires which is famous for its historic architecture, tango parlours and antique shops. We take our time and wander through the cobblestone streets learning about the history of the area and seeing its sights including its impressive old churches and its abundance of colourful street art.

We leave San Telmo and the tour continues past the many architectural highlights of Buenos Aires including the Palace of Justice, the Argentine National Congress building, the 'Cabildo (old town hall) and the presidential palace 'Casa Rosada' (pink house).

Next we visit ‘La Boca', the most picturesque of all neighbourhoods of Buenos Aires. This extravagant zone is completely different to the old and to the modern Buenos Aires and romantic stories tell us that tango was born in this working class area. We wander its famous street “Caminito” where you will have the chance to view the spectacle of impromptu tango dancing, street performers and have the chance to buy some local handicrafts.

On our way back to your hotel we pass through the newly restored Puerto Madero area where you can choose to be dropped off at for a nice meal by the waterfront. The remainder of the afternoon is at your leisure with the chance to visit some of Buenos Aires' many great museums or do some shopping.

Dinner & Tango Show
Tango expresses the heart and spirit of Argentina and no visit to Buenos Aires would be complete without it. This evening you will be picked up from your hotel and taken to La Ventana where you will experience the intimacy of this dance in equally intimate surrounds while you indulge in delicious Argentinean cuisine. At the end of the show you will be taken back to your hotel.

*Before the show you have the option of arriving before the others and taking a short tango lesson with a professional dancer or a wine tasting. This comes at an additional cost but if you would like to book either of these please let your consultant know.

You will be picked up from your hotel and taken back at the end of the tour along other passengers. We suggest to upgrade to a private transfer as the pick ups and drop offs could take a considerable time.

Breakfast and Dinner included.

Recoleta & Palermo City Tour
This morning you will further discover what makes Buenos Aires great as we explore its better known and sophisticated districts; Palermo and Recoleta. We start with a drive through Recoleta with its open green spaces mixed in with elegant boutique shopping, cafés, embassies and impressive architecture. We visit such landmarks as the Pilar Church and Evita Monument before taking a short walk through the Recoleta cemetery where Evita's tomb can be found.

We continue on to Palermo which is Buenos Aires' largest neighbourhood, and also its trendiest. Here you will walk the streets which are full of beautiful parks, hip boutique hotels, chic restaurants and bars, and high fashion stores. Throughout the morning your knowledgeable guide will give you an insight into local life and excellent local cuisine and on completion of the tour you will have the option of being dropped off at an excellent restaurant for lunch or being taken back to your hotel.

* Please note entry to Recoleta Cemetery is an additional cost for foreign visitors. Entry during the tour is optional.

Breakfast included.

Depart Buenos Aires
Our representative will pick you up from your hotel and transfer you to the airport.

Arrive in Puerto Iguazú
On arrival at the airport you will be met by our representative and transferred to your hotel.

Iguazu Falls is widely recognised as one of the world's most impressive natural wonders boasting more than 250 falls, some of which reach to heights of over 60 metres.

Breakfast included.

Argentinean Falls Tour
In the morning you'll be picked up from your hotel and transferred to Iguazu National Park. From the entrance, a small train will take you on a tour of the park. On the first of two stops you'll follow pathways to the top of the Cataratas (“The Falls”) where you'll have a spectacular view of the falls and their surrounding scenery including an abundance of orchids, colourful birds and other native wildlife. The second stop occurs at La Garganta del Diablo (“The Devil's Throat”), the largest fall in the park and also the highlight of the tour. A suspended platform at the brink of the fall allows for a startlingly close view of this breathtaking natural wonder.

At the end of the tour you will be taken back to your hotel.

*For those who want a little more adventure, we recommend the Great Adventure Boat Tour, which enables you to gain a different perspective as you cruise on a motorboat underneath the falls.

Breakfast included.

Brazilian Falls Tour & Transfer to Airport
On the way to the airport, you will enjoy a tour of the Brazilian side of the falls. Here, you'll watch as 14 separate waterfalls drop with such force that a tall cloud of mist stays permanently suspended overhead. Great photo opportunities abound, however, raincoats are highly advisable!

Arrive in Bariloche
On arrival at the airport you will be met by our representative and transferred to your hotel.

Breakfast included.

Bariloche Circuit Tour with Chairlift
You'll begin your half day morning adventure with a drive along the Nahuel Huapi lakeshore on the San Pedro Peninsula. At Playa Bonita, you'll enjoy views of Huemul Island before continuing your journey. You'll hop aboard a chair lift at Campanario Hill and ride to the top for impressive views of the region—Nahuel Huapi and Moreno lakes, El Trébol lagoon, San Pedro, Victoria Island, Otto, López, Goye and the Catedral hills, and the town of San Carlos de Bariloche.

You'll resume your journey to Llao Llao Peninsula, with its hilltop hotel and San Eduardo Chapel—architectural jewels of the region. The lakeside Pañuelo Port is the starting point for many lake excursions. Cross the bridge over Angostura River, which joins Nahuel Huapi Lake with Moreno Lake, and enjoy views of López Bay at the base of López Hill. At Panoramic Point, take time to view Moreno Lake and Llao Llao Peninsula before crossing the bridge over Moreno Lake and beginning your return to Bariloche.

This afternoon will be at your leisure. Bariloche is a chocolate-lover's heaven, so we recommend heading to Calle Mitre where dozens of chocolate shops offer tasty little morsels of artisan chocolate.

Breakfast included.

Hotel to Port (Shared)
Our representative will pick you up from your hotel and transfer you to the port.

Bariloche to Puerto Varas Lakes Crossing
Today you'll travel across land and lakes, by buses and boats from Bariloche to Puerto Varas in Chile. During the crossing you will have stunning views of the Osorno, Puntiagudo and Tronador volcanoes. By late morning you will arrive at Peulla with time for lunch and/or a short walk before continuing on to the Petrohue pier. Finally you will take a shared bus transfer to Puerto Varas. Your day of travel ends around 9pm upon arrival in to Puerto Varas. If you wish to arrange a faster private transfer from the pier to Puerto Varas town (arriving at approximately 7.30pm), please speak with your travel designer.

** Lakes crossing include a free transfer in Bariloche from the hotel to the port for the following hotels only. If you are staying at a different hotel, please check with your travel designer to add a hotel to port transfer **
Hotels: Panamericano, Edelweiss, 3 Reyes, Inacayal
Av. Bustillo km. 2,5 *Ref. Design Hotel –Villa Huinid Hotel
Av. Bustillo km. 7 *Ref: Nido del Cóndor Hotel –Rochester Hotel –Lirolay Hotel

The Andean Crossing does not operate on May 1st (Labor Day)

Transfer from Lakes Crossing Office to Hotel
You will be transferred from the Lakes Crossing Office back to your hotel in Puerto Varas.

If you are staying at Hotel Cabañas del Lago or Cumbres Hotel Puerto Varas, then this transfer from the pier to your hotel is included with your Lakes Crossing ticket. If you are staying at other hotels in Puerto Varas, then we will organise a transfer from the office to your hotel.

Breakfast included.

Day at Leisure
Today is at your leisure to enjoy and relax in Puerto Varas.

Breakfast included.

Depart
Our representative will pick you up from your hotel and transfer you to the airport for your departure flight.

Airport to Hotel (Private)
On arrival at the airport, you will be met by our representative and transferred to your hotel.

Chile's capital city is surrounded by an extraordinary set of snow-capped Andean mountains to the east and a smaller coastal range to the west. It is truly a beautiful sight. The city offers one of Latin America's most cosmopolitan, vibrant and artistic city centres so your stay here is sure to be an exciting one.

Breakfast included.

Hotel to Airport (Private)
Our representative will pick you up from your hotel and transfer you to the airport for your departure flight.

Breakfast included.