Highlights of Argentine & Chilean Patagonia

Hike the peaks with your knowledgeable private guide, a local who will help you get a deeper understanding and appreciation of this remarkable area. There are plenty of hiking options in this area, most notably the strenuous and rewarding hikes to Fitzroy and Cerro Torre. There is also a shorter hike to lovely Lake Capri. You can discuss your preferences with your guide and tailor the day to your interests and preferred activity level.

Take advantage of another day to hike and discover this spectacular area. Hiking trails are well-marked and easy to follow, so you have the option of self-guided exploration or arranging another day with your private guide.

Transfer south to El Calafate. Enjoy sweeping views of Lake Argentino from your hotel.

Enjoy a unique excursion to the iconic Perito Moreno Glacier. You won’t just view the glacier from a distance – you’ll take a catamaran ride to the front of the glacier and do a short hike on the ice itself. (Crampons will be provided; this is a non-technical and non-strenuous walking excursion. We can also arrange more challenging and strenuous treks on the glacier.) Afterward, visit the viewing areas for great views of the glacier before returning to your hotel for the evening.

Cross the border into Chile, enjoying the sweeping Patagonian scenery as you journey from El Calafate to your lodge in Torres del Paine National Park.
Torres del Paine is known for its soaring mountains, sparkling blue icebergs, and golden grasslands that are home to unique wildlife such as guanacos and rheas.

Enjoy guided excursions each day to see the park’s iconic sites, such as the soaring granite towers from which it takes its name. Each day you can choose from active excursions, such as hiking, and more relaxed ones, such as driving tours and scenic walks. The guides at your lodge will discuss the options with you and help you plan a trip that matches your interests.

Fly to Santiago, Chile’s metropolitan capital, where your private guide will take you to your boutique hotel in the charming Lastarria neighborhood. Lastarria is a nice area for walking around, with quiet streets, flowering trees, attractive colonial architecture, and a variety of restaurants and boutiques.
There are plenty of things to see and do in the Santiago area, including culinary classes and bicycle tours. There are also options for special interests, such as tours focused on Jewish Heritage, the city’s interesting street art scene, and independent art galleries.

Take a private tour of Santiago, visiting the colonial and modern highlights, including the Plaza de Armas and the La Moneda Presidential Palace. You’ll also spend time in the Central Market, an enormous, active marketplace, and head to the top of San Cristobal Hill for views of the entire city. After your tour, say goodbye to your local guide and head to the airport for your flight home or to your next destination.