This trip takes you to a wonderful land full of adventure, culture and fantastic scenery. Buenos Aires land of the Gauchos and Tango dancers. Bariloche city that sits on the shores of the massive glacier-fed Nahuel Huapi Lake, an ideal location for the traveler who enjoys adventure, fishing, skiing, and trekking, and amazing sightseeing landscapes of warm and transparent sea, valleys with different shades of green, and the diverse native fauna.The Andean Lakes Crossing is the most scenic way to travel from Argentina to Chile.
Day 01 Buenos Aires/City Tour
Upon arrival in Ezeiza International Airport you will be met and transferred to your hotel. After checking in at the hotel and a short rest, we'll go on a three hour city tour of Buenos Aires, considered the most cosmopolitan city of South America! Lodging at the Vista Sol Hotel in Buenos Aires
Day 02 Buenos Aires /Tango Show (B, D)
Enjoy a day at leisure in Buenos Aires! (We can offer optional tours such as a half day tour to Tigre and Parana's Delta or a full day tour: Fiesta Gaucha) At evening we will go to a dinner and Tango show! Lodging at the Vista Sol Hotel in Buenos Aires
Day 03 Buenos Aires / Bariloche (B)
You'll be transferred to the domestic airport for your flight to Bariloche (not included). Arrival and transfer to the hotel. The architecture of this picturesque city resembles the typical resorts on the Swiss Alps. Especially known due to its closeness to one of the best skiing areas in the country, Cathedral Mountain, the city is also the starting point for the Lake Crossing through the Chilean border. Lodging at the Tres Reyes Hotel in Bariloche
Day 04 Bariloche /Small Circuit Tour (B)
Today enjoy the famous half day tour: Small circuit. You will border the beautiful Nahuel Huapi Lake. You will admire lakes, mountains and native forests of singular beauty. Spend the afternoon at leisure! Lodging at the Tres Reyes Hotel in Bariloche
Day 05 Bariloche / Puerto Varas (Lake Crossing) (B)
After breakfast, around 8:30 am, you'll be transferred to Puerto Panuelo, where we will embark to start the Andes Crossing tour. From there we will sail through Nahuel Haupi Lake to Puerto Blest. Then, we take a bus that borders Frias River and takes us to Puerto Alegre. Then, continue on the boat City of Faith(Ciudad de la Fe) to navigate the lake with its quiet and pristine waters of a deep green color with destination to Puerto Frias. After doing emigration formalities at Argentina Customs, the tour will continue by bus to Peulla. Enter the Perez Rosales National Park. After entrance formalities in Chile, you will be transferred to a Hotel for lunch (lunch is not included!). After lunch, depart towards Petrohue, sailing Lake Todos los Santos. If weather permits, you will enjoy views of the Osorno & Puntiagudo volcano, along with Cerro Tronador. Then, continue onto Puerto Varas and Puerto Montt. On route visit the Saltos of Petrohue. Lodging at the V Costanera Hotel in Puerto Montt
Day 06 Puerto Montt / Santiago (B)
Transfer to the airport to flight to Santiago de Chile (flight not included). Upon arrival, you will be transferred to the hotel. Lodging at the Fundador Hotel in Santiago
Day 07 Santiago/City Tour (B)
Today enjoy a city tour: Step back into the 16th century as your local guide traces the city's history and heritage. Start at La Moneda, the official Government Palace, and nearby SAN CRISTOBAL HILL with its landmark statue of the Virgin Mary. At the ARCHEOLOGICAL MUSEUM study a great collection of pre-Columbian art. Your tour ends at the Plaza de Armas, the main square, with a visit to the 18th-century CATHEDRAL. The evening is at leisure. Lodging at the Fundador Hotel in Santiago
Day 08 Vina del Mar and Valparaiso (B, L)
Today enjoy a 9 hour trip to Vina del Mar, main seaside resort and Valparaiso, the most important seaport in Chile. You will admire the cities enchanting architecture and the old city port. The tour stops at a typical restaurant overlooking the sea. On the way back to Santiago visit a vineyard including wine tasting. Lodging at the Fundador Hotel in Santiago
Day 09 Departure from Santiago (B)
You'll be transferred to airport for your flight back home.
