Chile and Argentina

Chile and Argentina: Our Signature Journey

This two-week itinerary combines Buenos Aires and the Perito Moreno glacier in Argentina with Torres del Paine National Park in Chilean Patagonia and Santiago. This journey can be done in reverse if you prefer. Revealed Travel book a fabulous range of extensions if you have more time. Please contact us to discuss the options.

Highlights:               Buenos Aires – Perito Moreno  – Torres del Paine – Santiago

 Length:                    12 Days

Accommodation:  Choose premium, mid-range or value hotels according to preference.

Costs:                        From £3,059 pp excluding transatlantic flights

Days 1-4: Buenos Aires:

• Day 1: Arrival transfer from the airport to your hotel.
• Day 2: Half day city tour with private, English speaking guide.
• Optional dinner and Tango show.
• Day 3: Free day in Buenos Aires.
• Day 4: Departure transfer to the airport in time for your flight to El Calafate.

Buenos Aires is a modern and dynamic metropolis which manages to retain considerable charm and traditions. The endearing Recoleta district has tree-lined boulevards and elegance whilst the refurbished docklands area of Puerto Madero is now a thriving hubbub of restaurants, hotels and bars.

A tango show provides a display of intricate dance, evocative live music and songs known to every Argentine since childhood. If you would like us to book other activities, such as tango classes, a football tour, cycle rides, our Pope Francis tour, a day out at an estancia, a boat trip across the Rio de la Plata to Colonia in Uruguay or a visit to the Tigre Delta, please contact us.

Days 4-7: El Calafate

• Day 4: Arrival transfer to your hotel; 3 nights’ accommodation.
• Day 5: Full day excursion to Perito Moreno Glacier.
• Day 6:  Free day for optional excursions.
• Day 7: Full day transfer by land to Torres del Paine, Chile

El Calafate sits on the shore of Lago Argentino and is your base from which to visit the Perito Moreno glacier. Unlike most glaciers, which are receding, Perito Moreno is advancing. If conditions allow, we thoroughly recommend the opportunity for glacier-walking with crampons (optional extra).

Days 7-10: Torres del Paine:

• Day 7: Arrival transfer to your hotel; 3 nights’ accommodation.
• Day 8: Excursions in Torres del Paine National Park
• Day 9: Excursions in Torres del Paine National Park.
• Day 10: Transfer to airport in time to check in for the flight to Santiago.

There is no shortage of excursions, treks and activities in Torres del Paine National Park. We recommend a full day tour to the Paine mastiff with a boat trip on Lago Grey for a close-up view of Grey glacier and half day excursions to Salto Grande and Laguna Azul.

Days 10-12: Santiago:

• Day 10: Arrival transfer from the airport to your hotel.
• Day 11: Half day city tour with private, English speaking guide.
• Optional visit to a local vineyard.
• Day 12: Departure transfer to the airport.

The Chilean capital is a busy modern metropolis with a backdrop of the Andes.The city has a number of attractive parks, some 30 museums and about 40 art galleries of which the Chilean Museum of Pre-Colombian Art, near the 16^th century Plaza de Armas in the heart of the city, is particularly noteworthy, both for the quality of objects and their presentation.

Just west of the centre is the Barrio Brasil, a lively area of restautants, bars and cafes.  East of the centre, near Plaza Italia in the Lastarria district, are Parque Forestal and Parque Balmaceda. The Concha y Toro vineyard is located in the Maipo valley just 25km south of the capital. Concha y Toro was founded in 1883 and is today the largest exporter of Chilean wine.

Extensions

Please contact us to discuss extensions to the Atacama Desert, Easter Island, the Lake District or to Antarctica. We can also book extensions to the Falklands Islands.

Indicative Costs (excluding transatlantic flights)

Premium:    From £6,430 pp

Upper:          From £3,761 pp

Mid-range:  From £3,503 pp

Value:           From £3,059 pp

Notes:

Indicative Costs are per person based on two people travelling together and sharing a double/twin room.

Transatlantic flights are not included: we will book your transatlantic flights in economy, premium economy, business or first class according to your preference.

Domestic flights within South America are included in economy class. Please contact us to discuss upgrades.

Additional supplements apply for special events such as Christmas & the New Year. Costs for 2021 are not yet confirmed.

What’s included in the price:

All accommodation and meals as detailed; Local taxes & service charges associated with included accommodation – All transfers & sightseeing as detailed; various activities; ATOL protection; Research, sourcing, design and preparation of your tailor-made holiday itinerary and quote; booking admin and processing; The services of our local ground agent who will coordinate your stay and ensure that everything runs smoothly including access to a local English language 24/7 telephone help line.

What’s not included in the price:

Transatlantic flights; any national park entry fees which have to be paid locally; drinks, gratuities and items of a personal nature; meals and optional excursions not listed as included; personal travel insurance; passport and visa costs (e.g. costs associated with obtaining an American ESTA visa waiver, if flying via USA); Airport departure tax on leaving Peru, payable locally in US$ and currently US$ per person.

Please contact us for costs for families and parties of 3 or more passengers and for travel in 2021.

Additional Information

Seasons and Climate

South America is a year-round destination. The best time for travelling to southern Patagonia is between October and April.

Entry

British nationals travelling on a full, valid British passport do not require a visa for entry to Argentina or Chile. You should ensure that your passport is valid for at least 6 months beyond the date of arrival.

Vaccinations

It is advisable to check your immunizations for Polio, Tetanus, Typhoid and Hepatitis A. If you have been to Africa within 3 months of arriving in South America you may need to provide proof of vaccination against Yellow Fever.

Exchange Rates

Costs in Latin America are subject to $/£ exchange rates. At present we are working on current exchange rates of 1.2932 (as at 07 January 2020) although this may be subject to change.

FURTHER INFORMATION

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Chile and Argentina – Our Signature Journey

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