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Absolutely Patagonia

12 days/11 nights

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$1120

P/P Double Occupancy
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In this tour you’ll discover some of the best spots in Argentina. It’s great for nature and photography enthusiasts, as it offers unique opportunities while visiting places such as Peninsula Valdes, Perito Moreno Glacier, Tierra del Fuego and the Iguazu Falls.

Day 01 Buenos Aires

Upon arrival to EZE international airport, you will be met by an English speaking guide who will transfer you to the hotel. Then, you’ll enjoy a three hour city tour. This huge port city is the capital of Argentina and it’s packed with culture! Buenos Aires is home to the famous Teatro Colón Opera House and many museums focused on history, fine arts, and modern arts to name only a few subjects. Other landmarks include noteworthy churches, squares, and plazas, which will leave you truly impressed. Buenos Aires city centre is quite easy for orientation. The two most important avenues are Avenida de Mayo, and Avenue 9 de Julio. The pedestrian zones in the city are the Florida street and the Lavalle street. Towards the north, you’ll find the richer neighborhoods like Recoleta and Palermo. South of the city, you’ll find more modest neighborhoods like San Telmo, with its colonial buildings, and La Boca, one of the birth places of Tango. Lodging at De Las Americas Hotel in Buenos Aires

Day 02 Buenos Aires (B)

Today, spend your day at leisure. Lodging at De Las Americas Hotel in Buenos Aires

Day 03 Buenos Aires / Trelew / Puerto Madryn (B)

You’ll be transferred to the domestic airport for your flight to Trelew (not included). Upon arrival, you’ll be taken to an excursion to Punta Tombo, the largest Magellan penguin colony in South America. The 500-acre reserve provides nesting ground to half a million penguins. You’ll be able to have a close look to the life of these fascinating birds! Then, you will be transferred to your hotel in Puerto Madryn Lodging at La Posada Hotel in Puerto Madryn

Day 04 Peninsula Valdes (B)

Enjoy a full day tour to the remarkable animal reserve of Peninsula Valdés. This important nature reserve is home to a great deal of marine life, making it a great spot for gazers. The terrestrial life is just as exciting with many different species of fauna, all of which can be seen during your trek through the wilderness. Every year the Southern Right whales come from June to mid December. During this time there are optional boat tours to watch them. Optional boat tours to the sea lion colony are offered from mid December to June. In Punta Delgada you’ll be able to see the huge sea elephants lying around on the beach. On the way back you may see other animals like owls, guanacos, ñandús and maras (Patagonian rabbits). Lodging at La Posada Hotel in Puerto Madryn

Day 05 Puerto Madryn / Trelew / Ushuaia (B)

You’ll be transferred to the local airport for your flight to Ushuaia (not included). Upon arrival, you’ll be transferred to the hotel. The world’s southernmost city is surrounded by mountains and overlooks the stunning Beagle Channel. Attractions include the nearby Tierra del Fuego National Park, a number of boat charters to explore the wildlife of Cape Horn, and even a few popular ski areas. Lodging at the Tolkeyen Hotel in Ushuaia

Day 06 Ushuaia (B)

After breakfast, enjoy an excursion to Tierra del Fuego National Park, which offers mountain chains, rivers, hard wood forests, acid peat bogs and rocky sea coast. The combination of very different landscapes in a relative small area is quite unique. This is a paradise for bird watchers, as it is the home of condors, giant black carpenter birds, Southern parrots, Thrushes, Fishing Martins among others. In the afternoon, enjoy a 2,5 hour boat ride on the Beagle channel (with Spanish and English speaking local guide on the catamaran). The tour takes you to the lively Sea Lion rocky island and to the Birds Island. This picturesque lighthouse is often seen on postcards and is considered as a Beagle channel landmark. If weather permits, you will enjoy spectacular views to the Mount Olivia, the “Le Martial” glacier as well as the city of Ushuaia. Lodging at the Tolkeyen Hotel in Ushuaia

Day 07 Ushuaia / Calafate (B)

You’ll be transferred to Ushuaia airport for your flight to El Calafate (not included). Upon arrival, you’ll be transferred to the hotel. Lodging at the Michelangelo Hotel in El Calafate

Day 08 Perito Moreno Glacier (B)

Located 80 km away from El Calafate, this is one of the most important tourist attractions in the whole region. In this unforgettable tour you will see wildlife and unique vegetation as well as many enormous glaciers, most notably the Perito Moreno rising 60 meters out of the water. Watch the separation of ice blocks from a short distance and listen to the howling sound that accompanies this splendor. You will have some time to explore the magnificent sights on your own. The snowed mountain peaks, the deep blue colors, the turquoise lakes will leave you impressed! Optional boat tours are available to see the glacier from another impressive side. Lodging at the Michelangelo Hotel in El Calafate

Day 09 Calafate (B)

Spend the day at leisure. Lodging at the Michelangelo Hotel in El Calafate

Day 10 Calafate / Iguazú (B)

You’ll be transferred to the airport for your flight to Iguazú via Buenos Aires (not included). Upon arrival, you’ll be transferred to the hotel. Lodging at the Esturion Hotel in Iguazú

Day 11 Iguazú Falls (B)

Today, enjoy an excursion to the Argentinean side of the Iguazú Falls. You’ll discover stunning views of the falls as you walk through the rainforest and bridges. There are two main paths: an upper and a lower one. The upper path leads you over the edge of the falls and the lower one goes through the forest. The tour includes a visit to a platform on the upper edge right over the Devils Gorge: the highest individual fall. Truly an unforgettable display of nature’s power and beauty! Lodging at the Esturion Hotel in Iguazú

Day 12 Iguazú (B)

After breakfast, you’ll be transferred to IGR airport for your flight to Buenos Aires (not included). Then, connect with your international flight.

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Prices Include
  • Overnights as mentioned in the program
  • Buffet breakfast
  • Meals indicated in the program
  • Program as per description in air conditioned private coach
  • Private services with English speaking local guide
  • National Parks entrance fee: Iguazu Argentine side (40 Pesos)
  • National Parks entrance fee: Peninsula Valdes (35 Pesos)
  • National Parks entrance fee: Punta Tombo (20 Pesos)
  • National Parks entrance fee: Los Glaciares (40 Pesos)
  • National Parks entrance fee: Tierra del Fuego (30 Pesos)
  • Porterage fees
Prices Do Not Include
  • Air fare
  • Airport tax: Ushuaia (national) (13 Pesos)
  • Airport tax: El Calafate (18 Pesos)
  • Airport tax: Trelew (6 Pesos)
  • Airport tax: Ezeiza (international) (US$ 18)
  • Drinks and meals unless mentioned in the program
  • Optional excursions
  • Personal expenses
  • Tips for local guides and driver
  • Insurance
Notes
  • Rates are per person - double occupancy
  • -All transport services are insured by transport provider according to Argentine law
  • -All rates are per person in double occupancy in USD
  • -Rates include taxes (hotels & meals 21% VAT, transportation 10,5% VAT)
  • -Rates not valid during Christmas, New Year, Easter and during the wine feast (vendimia) in Mendoza (normally beginning of March)
  • -For parties larger than 2 people, please ask for discounts!