Argentina and Chile are the most "European" countries in South America. During the mid-1800s, European immigration was promoted, bringing with it education, culture and agricultural know-how. These two countries are also home to some of the most stunning mountain scenery to be found in the Andes, and the region of Patagonia is perhaps the most spectacular of all. Southwest from Buenos Aires we come to Bariloche, gateway to the beautiful lake districts of Argentina and Chile. Beautifully situated on the shores of Nahuel Huapi Lake, the town is the starting point of our lake crossing, past impressive volcanic peaks, down to Puerto Montt and Puerto Natales in southern Chile. The National Parks of the south boast glaciers and wildlife to rival the great icy continent of Antarctica. Here the striking granite spires of the "Towers of Paine" jut eternally skyward whilst the massive Moreno Glacier advances slowly towards Lago Argentino. Further south, at the very end of the world, we come to the town of Ushuaia on the shores of the Beagle Channel. Here, rookeries are home to sub-Antarctic wildlife and icebreakers set sail on the journey to Antarctica.
Highlights
Buenos AiresBarilocheLakes CrossingPuerto VarasPuerto MonttTorres del PaineEl CalafatePerito Moreno GlacierUshuaiaBeagle Channel
Itinerary:
1-2 Arrive in Buenos Aires and transfer to hotel. City sightseeing.3 Morning flight to Bariloche. Afternoon free.4 Travel by boat and bus from Argentina to Chile through the Lakes District to Puerto Montt.5 Morning flight to Punta Arenas. Visit shores of the Magellan Straits. Travel to Puerto Natales.6 Full-day excursion to Torres del Paine National Park.7 Drive to El Calafate. Afternoon free.8 Visit the Perito Moreno Glacier. Return to El Calafate for traditional Argentinean barbecue.9 Fly to Ushuaia over the spectacular Andes.10 Boat trip on the Beagle Channel exploring the tiny islands and rookeries.11 Fly back to Buenos Aires where trip ends on arrival.
Included: Peregrine tour leader, arrival transfer, transport, sightseeing, entrance and park fees.
Not Included: Airport departure tax, visas where required, meals not included in the itinerary, insurance, laundry, any optional tours or activities during free time, tips and items of a personal nature.
The domestic flights within Argentina and Chile are not included in the cost of the trip. These are usually cheapest if issued in conjunction with your own international ticket. Please contact Peregrine or your travel agent for full details of the domestic flight sectors, dates and flight numbers required for your tour.
Notes: Antarctica The port of Ushuaia is the starting point for one of the most incredible journeys imaginable - the voyage to Antarctica. The final day of our Lakes & Mountains tour normally connects in Ushuaia with the sailing of one our expedition ships (the Peregrine Voyager or Peregrine Mariner) on their voyages to the frozen continent. For full details on these remarkable cruises please see our Peregrine Antarctica brochure or visit our website at: www.peregrineadventures.com/antarctica/ Iguazu Falls Add-on The Iguazu Falls are one of the most spectacular waterfalls in the world. Situated on the border of Argentina and Brazil they are one of the main highlights of any visit to South America. The falls, consisting of 275 separate waterfalls surrounded by national park, can be experienced from both the Brazilian and Argentine sides. Our add-on package consists of an arrival and departure transfer at Puerto Iguazu, two nights hotel accommodation in the town of Puerto Iguazu (Argentina) plus excursions to both sides of the falls. Please ask for our Iguazu Falls Add-on trip notes for full details. Public Holiday Inconveniences Please be prepared for the inconvenience of sights such as museums and churches being closed to tourists on public holidays (ie. Christmas Day and New Years Day). Throughout Latin America, most museums also tend to be closed on Mondays.
Meals: 10 breakfasts,1 lunch,1 dinner
Trip Departure Notes: ? Internal flights in South America are NOT included in the prices shown. The flights required are from Buenos Aires to Bariloche, Puerto Montt to Punta Arenas, El Calafate to Ushuaia and Ushuaia to Buenos Aires. Please contact Peregrine or your travel agent for details. ? Day 11 of the tour often coincides with the sailing from Ushuaia of our Antarctic expedition ships the Peregrine Mariner and Peregrine Voyager. Please see the Antarctica section of our website.
Starts/Ends: Buenos Aires/Buenos Aires
Trip Reference: PSLM
