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Luxury Patagonia Tour, experience Patagonia's unique wildlife and astounding geology in Luxury
Duration: 11 days
Cost: $5,995/Person
The southern tip of Chile and Argentina contains some of the most remote wilderness on the planet. This is Patagonia, land of explorers and adventurers, the beginning and end of mountains, rivers and fjords. Our custom luxury tour lets you experience Patagonias unique wildlife and astounding geology through a variety of activities such as hiking, horseback riding and catamaran/boat rides plus the enjoyment of world-class accommodations. This is truly an itinerary of comfort, luxury and exploration amidst one of the world's most exotic storybook locations. Trekking Patagonia has never been more inviting.
Please contact us if you would prefer to arrive and depart out of Buenos Aires.
Private departures for the Luxury Patagonia trip can also be arranged to suit your schedule. Call for pricing and other details.
Luxury Patagonia Tour Itinerary Details
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Day 1 Arrive Buenos Aires
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Southern Explorations guides pick you up at the Buenos Aires International Airport and deliver you to the lap of luxury in the heart of the capital's fanciest neighborhood, the Recoleta. If you arrive early, optional tours of Buenos Aires and nearby sights can be arranged as extensions to traditional Patagonia tours.
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Day 2 Buenos Aires – Los Cerros
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Early morning transfer to the airport for your flight to El Calafate. Upon arrival in Calafate the guides of Los Cerros will meet you at the airport. From Calafate continue for a four hour drive, with stunning views of Fitz Roy and Glacier National Park in the background. Along the way, enjoy the Patagonian steppe and its unique ecology and impressive landscapes. The drive is properly rewarded upon the arrival at Los Cerros, a hotel located in the gateway to Los Glaciares National Park and Cerro Torre and Fitz Roy massifs. In the evening, you will meet your private guide for a briefing on the next day's adventure. (B,D)
Piedras Blancas hike: (optional)
2.5 miles, Altitude gain: 550 ft
Cerro Polo hike: (optional)
3.1 miles, Altitude gain: 2,200 ft
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Day 3 Full Day El Chalten
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Today you have your choice of Patagonia day hikes, ranging from very mellow to strenuous. Join your knowledgeable guide on your choice of Patagonia adventure. For those looking for a lighter venture, hike to the several relatively close and incredibly beautiful viewpoints: Condor, with views of El Chaltén (Fitz Roy), Cerro Torre, and the Valley of Rio de Las Vuelta; Eagle, offering a panoramic view of Lago Viedma and the Patagonian Steppe; and the Cerro Torre Viewpoint that travels along the Fitz Roy River Valley to view the granite spires. If you prefer a more strenuous adventure, we highly recommend the full-day hike to Laguna de Los Tres at the base of Mt. Fitz Roy, an excellent day hike offering impressive views the whole way through. Hike north to Laguna Capri, a lake with beautiful views of the granite tower, and continue on along the Chorrillo del Salto providing the foreground of many of the most breathtaking photos of Fitz Roy. Here, you’ll break for lunch to take in the scenery and gain energy for the climb. Travel towards the mountain’s base from Rio Blanco to Laguna de los Tres and neighboring Laguna Sucia with turquoise waters. Here you are rewarded with the inspiring backdrop of Glacier de los Tres, Glacier Rio Blanco, the mythical El Chalten, and its adjoining peaks, surely a Patagonia tour must-see. After a memorable day of trekking Patagonia, return to the comfort of Los Cerros for a gourmet meal and restful night's sleep. (B,L,D)
Start to Laguna Capri hike:
2.6 Miles, Altitude gain: 1200 ft
Laguna Capri to Laguna de los Tres:
2.7 miles, Altitude gain: 1800 ft
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Day 4 Full Day El Chalten
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Spend another full day in the El Chalten area with your private guide. You might consider a short hike in the morning leaving the afternoon free to spend cruising Viedma Lake, passing icebergs while approaching the intensely blue Glacier. This half-day excursion begins by traveling south along Rio de las Vueltas to Puerto Bahia Tunel to board the boat. You’ll sail down the full front of the glacier with spectacular views of the shear ice wall, surely snapping photos the whole way. For those looking for a more active day, take another renowned Patagonian trek to the base of Mt. Torre, a stunning granite spire at the edge of the Patagonian Ice Field. Following the winding trail through the Fitz Roy River Valley, you’ll arrive to Lago Toro and the Maestri Lookout with views of Mt. Torre, surrounding peaks of the Adelas range, and Glaciers Grande and Adela. As you will see, the impressive views and unique terrain make this one of the best Patagonia hikes in the area. Return to Los Cerros in the late afternoon to relax with a delicious dinner and views of Rio de las Vueltas. (B,L,D)
Cerro Torre hike:
11 miles round trip, Altitude gain: 1,000 ft
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Day 5 Los Cerros - Los Notros
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After breakfast you will transfer from Los Cerros back to the town of Calafate to begin the next leg of your Patagonia tour. Here you will have time to explore this charming lakefront town before meeting your van to continue the drive. Arrive at the Perito Moreno Glacier, an incredible advancing glacier that is more than three miles wide and over twenty stories high. Today, enjoy short walks around the Los Notros Hotel. Rest for the night at the remarkably situated Los Notros hotel, with views of the glacier from every room. (B,D)
Hike near Los Notros hotel:
1-2 miles, lakeside
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Day 6 Los Notros
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Today, you will board a boat on Lake Argentino to reach the glacier's massive blue terminus, looking out for floating icebergs. You make a beach landing along an ancient beech forest that meets the glacier. Capture the grandeur of this magical sight of trekking Patagonia for the folks back home. If you're feeling especially adventurous, do a little glacier hiking, and with luck, witness an ice wall calving into the lake. In the afternoon, enjoy a picnic lunch, accompanied by the sounds of melting and popping ice as it prepares to plummet into the waters below. In the evening, return to Los Notros for another comfortable night. (B,L,D)
Beach forest walk:
2 miles
Glacier walk:
2-3 hours
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Day 7 Los Notros - Explora
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Today is a long travel day, but the areas visited are well worth it. Travel across the Argentinean border to Chile. From there, enter the world-renowned Torres del Paine National Park. View the summer grazing grounds of the now endangered guanacos. Surrounded by the majestic mountains, there you will stop to photograph these fascinating species. The lovely Explora Lodge provides accommodations in a Salto Chico room for the next four nights of our journey. Over evening drinks at the comfortable bar, the guide will discuss a full range of hiking, riding and sightseeing opportunities. (B,L,D)
Activities:
Choose from a range of possible hikes or horseback rides to such Patagonia natural wonders as the hanging French glacier, Salto Grande waterfall and Torres del Paine.
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Day 8-10 Explora Lodge
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These three days of trekking Patagonia are dedicated to exploring the magnificent Torres del Paine. Choose your own adventure, from a hike to Grey glacier on the edge of an iceberg-choked lake or a more challenging climb to the base of the Towers that give the park its name. Exhaust your curiosity and your body in beautiful Torres del Paine with short exploratory walks, horseback rides through flowering fields, or full-day hikes, returning to the comfort of the Explora Lodge (Salto Chico room) at day's end. (B,L,D)
Activities:
Choose from a range of possible hikes or horseback rides to such Patagonia natural wonders as the hanging French glacier, Salto Grande waterfall and Torres del Paine.
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Day 11 Explora Lodge - Santiago (B,L,D)
Early morning transfer to the airport at Punta Arenas for your flight to Santiago and connecting flight home. (End of Services at the conclusion of your tour of Patagonia.)
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Key:
(B)reakfast (L)unch (D)inner
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Activity Details
Day 3-4 Day 3-4 Choose from a range of possible hikes or horseback rides to such Patagonia natural wonders as the hanging French glacier, Salto Grande waterfall and Torres del Paine.
Day 5 1-2 mile lakeside hike near Los Notros hotel.
Day 6 2 mile beach forest walk followed by 2-3 hour glacier walk.
Day 7 2-3 mile lakeside hike near Helsingfords Lodge.
Day 8 2 mile glacier hike or 5 mile horse back ride.
Day 9 9.5 mile hike or horseback ride to a stunning vista
Day 10 1.9 lakeside morning stroll.
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ABOUT THE PROPERTIES
LOS CERROS
Hotel Los Cerros is located in a rustic setting at the confluence of El Rio de las Vueltas and Rio Fitz Roy at the north end of Los Glaciares National Park. Decorated in a style harmonious with nature, the hotel has large windows that look out on the breathtaking Patagonian landscape, taking advantage of river and mountain views for the maximum enjoyment of the guests. The comfortable spaces make the most of every experience at the lodge, from sunset views to relaxing by the fire to enjoying an exceptional meal with fine wine. Combining easy access to the trailheads of some of the park’s most famous sights, first-class amenities and an international standard of service, this luxury inn is an ideal base for Argentina travel in the region.
EXPLORA LODGE PATAGONIA
Situated on the shores of sublime Lago Pehoe in the heart of
Torres del Paine National Park in Patagonia, the Explora Lodge offers luxury accommodations surrounded by unspoiled wilderness. The hotel's location provides a convenient departure point for daily tour expeditions across the glacier-studded countryside. Designed to provide ultimate comfort and luxury, Explora offers comfortable private accommodations, with modern communication facilities, radio and television. Included in the rates are transfers from Punta Arenas airport or the Argentine border, four meals per day with wine and other beverages, guided daily excursions in Torres del Paine National Park, and use of all hotel facilities, including saunas, heated lap pool, outdoor Jacuzzi, horses, row-boats, bicycles, etc. Family discounts are offered. Choose from up to seventeen guided hiking, bicycling and horseback riding excursions, complete with gourmet picnic lunches. These tours range from easy walks to challenging hikes up to the very base of the glaciers.
LOS NOTROS
The view alone makes Hosteria Los Notros worth visiting. Situated on Lake Argentino, the Perito Moreno glacier towers before the grand windows of this Patagonia lodge. Watching enormous masses of ice crash into the deep blue waters is a surreal experience that never grows old. From Los Notros, you can navigate through chunks of gleaming icebergs on the lake, take a hike through the crevices and caves of the glacier itself or simply enjoy views from the catwalk. If you care to travel a little farther on your Patagonia tour, you may have a rewarding outdoor barbeque at one of the nearby estancias. Perito Moreno is just one of thirteen glaciers in Los Glaciares National Park that reach into Lake Viedma and Lake Argentino. Returning from your explorations, you'll enjoy dinner by a roaring fire with views of the glacial landscape stretching out before you.
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*Please note that exact departure days of this trip are dependent upon availability of the hotels visited. Please contact us for more information.
Private Departures can be arranged. Please contact us regarding private departure costs.
INCLUSIONS / EXCLUSIONS
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Included in tour cost
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- 1 night accommodation in Sofitel, Buenos Aires, with buffet breakfast included
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- 3 nights of accommodation at Los Cerros, with full board. All activities included with a private Southern Explorations guide. Meals in Los Cerros are without alcoholic drinks.
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- 2 nights of accommodation at Los Notros Hosteria, with full board and all activities included. Meals in Los Notros are without alcoholic drinks.
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- 4 nights of accommodation at Explora Hotel Salto Chico room, with full board and all activities included.
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- All noted transportation
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- Above mentioned activities
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Excluded in tour cost
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- International airfare USA / Buenos Aires & Santiago / USA
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- Local Flights: Buenos Aires - El Calafate ($200) / Punta Arenas - Santiago ($325) [Prices subject to change]
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- Personal Expenses (tips and gratuities, alcoholic beverages, medical, insurance, laundry, airport taxes, etc...)
PHYSICAL RATING
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Moderate
SINGLE SUPPLEMENT
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Additional $2,040
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- Single Supplement is the additional cost of a single traveler not sharing a room in double occupancy. We will match you with another same gender traveler unless you request single accommodations.
Prices based on 3% cash discount
Duration: 11 days
Early morning transfer to the airport for your flight to El Calafate. Upon arrival in Calafate the guides of Los Cerros will meet you at the airport. From Calafate continue for a four hour drive, with stunning views of Fitz Roy and Glacier National Park in the background. Along the way, enjoy the Patagonian steppe and its unique ecology and impressive landscapes. The drive is properly rewarded upon the arrival at Los Cerros, a hotel located in the gateway to Los Glaciares National Park and Cerro Torre and Fitz Roy massifs. In the evening, you will meet your private guide for a briefing on the next day's adventure. (B,D)
Today you have your choice of Patagonia day hikes, ranging from very mellow to strenuous. Join your knowledgeable guide on your choice of Patagonia adventure. For those looking for a lighter venture, hike to the several relatively close and incredibly beautiful viewpoints: Condor, with views of El Chaltén (Fitz Roy), Cerro Torre, and the Valley of Rio de Las Vuelta; Eagle, offering a panoramic view of Lago Viedma and the Patagonian Steppe; and the Cerro Torre Viewpoint that travels along the Fitz Roy River Valley to view the granite spires. If you prefer a more strenuous adventure, we highly recommend the full-day hike to Laguna de Los Tres at the base of Mt. Fitz Roy, an excellent day hike offering impressive views the whole way through. Hike north to Laguna Capri, a lake with beautiful views of the granite tower, and continue on along the Chorrillo del Salto providing the foreground of many of the most breathtaking photos of Fitz Roy. Here, you’ll break for lunch to take in the scenery and gain energy for the climb. Travel towards the mountain’s base from Rio Blanco to Laguna de los Tres and neighboring Laguna Sucia with turquoise waters. Here you are rewarded with the inspiring backdrop of Glacier de los Tres, Glacier Rio Blanco, the mythical El Chalten, and its adjoining peaks, surely a Patagonia tour must-see. After a memorable day of trekking Patagonia, return to the comfort of Los Cerros for a gourmet meal and restful night's sleep. (B,L,D)
These three days of trekking Patagonia are dedicated to exploring the magnificent Torres del Paine. Choose your own adventure, from a hike to Grey glacier on the edge of an iceberg-choked lake or a more challenging climb to the base of the Towers that give the park its name. Exhaust your curiosity and your body in beautiful Torres del Paine with short exploratory walks, horseback rides through flowering fields, or full-day hikes, returning to the comfort of the Explora Lodge (Salto Chico room) at day's end. (B,L,D)
