argentina: the essential of south - 9 DAYS
buenos aires - ushuaia - el calafate - buenos aires

itinerary & prices

Day 1 Arrive Buenos Aires
Arrival at the airport and transfer to the hotel. In the afternoon, we make a panoramic tour of the city. We start in Plaza de Mayo, witness to the most important events of the country since 1810, from where we are able appreciate the surrounding buildings. We continue to La Boca, where we explore its colourful streets due to the ‘conventillos’ and the famous Caminito street. Our last stop is Recoleta to discover the aristocratic part of the city, where Recoleta’s Cemetery is located. Back to the hotel. In the evening, we attend a Dinner Show, to enjoy the magnetism of tango. Overnight at HUINID OBELISCO or SIMILAR (3 Star) or NH JOUSTEN or SIMILAR (4 Star). (BD)

Day 2 Buenos Aires
Day at leisure to enjoy an optional tour. Overnight at the hotel. (B)

Day 3 Buenos Aires / Ushuaia
At due time, transfer to the airport to board the flight to Ushuaia. In the afternoon, boat trip through the Beagle Channel, gaining an excellent panoramic view of the city surrounded by mountains. During the trip, we spot Birds and Sea lions Islands, an interesting colony of sea lions. This offers the unique opportunity to see, at the same time, both South American sea lions and South American Fur seals, to understand their differences, and finally reach Les Eclaireurs Lighthouse, from where the return to the city begins. Overnight at ALTOS DE USHUAIA or SIMILAR (3 Star) or HOTEL LOS ACEBOS or SIMILAR (4 Star). (B)

Day 4 Ushuaia
Departure from the hotel heading west to Tierra del Fuego National Park, framed by excellent panoramic views of the Beagle Channel. A journey through beaver dams leads to Lapataia River and Verde Lagoon and then continues along the final stretch of National Route 3, which finally ends at Lapataia Bay. From here, the return to Ushuaia begins, making a stop on the way to admire the Lake Acigami (former Lake Roca), featured by its changed-by-weather water's colour. Afternoon at leisure to continue discovering the destination. If you are a nature lover, we suggest you should visit Martillo Island, one of the few sites where it is possible to walk with Papuan penguins. Check the available options according to your trip date. Overnight at the hotel. (B)

Day 5 Ushuaia / El Calafate
Transfer to the airport. Arrival, transfer and accommodation. Afternoon at leisure to explore the city, visit the Glaciarium, a museum dedicated to glaciology, or participate in an activity to get to know the steppe while you enjoy a lunch or dinner. Overnight at SENT HOTEL or SIMILAR (3 Star) or IMAGO HOTEL & SPA or SIMILAR (4 Star).

Day 6 El Calafate
Departure from the hotel towards Perito Moreno Glacier, located in Los Glaciares National Park, a Natural Heritage Site by UNESCO. The glacier is an impressive mass of ice with an area of 257 square kilometres and a front wall that has a height between 50 and 60 meters (165 to 200 ft.) above lake level. During the tour, a walk along the paths located in front of the glacier, allows us to admire this impressive natural wonder from different angles. This tour can be enhanced by a one-hour boat ride that provides a different view of the front of the glacier from water level, which helps us to appreciate its real height. Free time for lunch (not included). Return to the hotel. Overnight at the hotel. (B)

Day 7 El Calafate
Day at leisure. Ideal to make a boat trip through the Lake Argentino or to enjoy activities that will allow you to explore unique landscapes. Overnight at the hotel. (B)

Day 8 El Calafate / Buenos Aires
Morning at leisure to explore El Calafate. At due time, transfer to the airport to board the scheduled flight to Buenos Aires. Arrival, reception and transfer to HUINID OBELISCO or SIMILAR (3 Star) or NH JOUSTEN or SIMILAR (4 Star). (B)

Day 9 Depart Buenos Aires
At due time, transfer to the airport. (B)

Note: Day 3: If it is not possible to take Beagle Channel boat trip due to arrival flight time, it will be modified for day 4.

Single room supplement is extra and is available upon request.
Internal airfare is extra and price will be available at the time of booking.

INCLUSIONS

• Needed transfers

• Accommodation: 8 nights Buenos Aires (3) - Ushuaia (2) -El Calafate (3)

• Tours: Buenos Aires: City tour – Dinner tango show Ushuaia: Tierra del Fuego National Park – Beagle Channel boat trip El Calafate: Perito Moreno Glacier

• Meals: 8 breakfasts - 1 dinner

• Needed tickets to the National Parks

EXCLUSIONS

• Personal expenses, International & internal airfare, Visa fees
• Customary gratitude to your guide and driver.