Iguazú / Ushuaia / El Calafate / Buenos Aires

Full Itinerary:

DAY 01 | COUNTRY OF ORIGIN - BUENOS AIRES Departure in the international night flight. Night on board.

DAY 02 | BUENOS AIRES - IGUAZU Arrival at Ezeiza International Airport. Regular transfer service to Aeroparque Airport to board your flight to Puerto Iguazú. Reception and regular transfer service to the hotel.

DAY 03 | IGUAZU Regular trip to the Argentinian side of the Iguazú Falls. The tour starts at the hotel you are staying in. After picking you up at that location, you will be taken to the entrance to the Iguazú National Park. The train called “Rainforest Train” departs from the Visitor´s Center, an ecological train that goes all along the Misiones rainforest towards the Garganta del Diablo (Devil’s Throat), the starting point of a walkway to one of the most striking landscapes in Argentina, next to the jump after which the Union Jump was named, a place impossible to describe in words for its beauty and energy that makes everyone feel thrilled. A place not to be missed! The trip continues in the next stop: the Iguazu Falls. Here, you have two options: you can either go on the Upper Circuit, which has a 500-meter distance, or the Lower Circuit, a number of walkways that allow appreciating such a natural wonder from another angle. To finish this unforgettable trip, we highly recommend to hire “The Great Advanture: Iguazu Falls Baptism”, which is an optional tour: a combination of a nautical adventure riding on Zodiac boats, in which you will go on a sixkilometers ride down the Lower Iguazú River going through rapids to finish your round in the Devil’s Throat Canyon, and a ride on an uncovered double-traction vehicle through the rainforest, where you will have the chance to fully appreciate the flora and, if you are lucky, the native fauna. 1-day trip. People going on this trip should take insect repellent, trainers and comfortable clothes.

DAY 04 | IGUAZU Regular trip to the Brazilian side of the Iguazú Falls and the Bird Park. Departure from the hotel to the Foz do Iguazú National Park. In this visitor area, you will find a single 950-meter long walkway, located on the Iguazú River Gully Falls, where you will witness a really impressive view of the Jumps. The tour reaches its climax when you get to the Devil’s Throat, where the sound of the falling water profoundly shakes visitors. Entrance fee is not included.

DAY 05 | IGUAZU - BUENOS AIRES - USHUAIA Regular transfer service to the Airport to board the Flight. Reception and regular transfer to the hotel.

DAY 06 | USHUAIA In the morning, National Park & Nature tour. We will start the adventure at your hotel where you will board a 4x4 vehicle. The first stop will be Lapataia viewpoint inside the National Park, we will go on trekking to complete the last kilometers of the Ruta Nacional No. 3. When arriving to Lapataia Bay we will come across to a perfect place for bird sighting. The trip continues along the beaver walkside to get to one of the dikes naturally built by this regional specie, where you will appreciate the impact that this sort of “structures” have on environment. Following a path that enters deeply into the forest, you get to the peatlands, made up of a great pile of moss and humus material that have a great capacity for water storage. In the southern part of the park, we can find the Lake Acigami ( Lake Roca), a place not be missed, so that you can admire the scenario drawn by the Andes Mountains (Cordillera de los Andes) as background, while you enjoy having a snack. The trip finishes at the Ensenada Bay, where the most southern sub post-office is located. Note: During the winter months (April to October) the trekking circuit does not take place, tours are only made in 4x4 vehicles. The End of the World Train can also be made optionally. During the evening, you will navigate through the Beagle Channel to the Sea lions’ Island and reach the Les Eclareirs Lighthouse (known as the Lighthouse at the end of the world). This trek starts at the touristic local quay, point where the ship sets sail to go through the vast Ushuaia Bay until arriving at the Beagle Channel. It is at  this point that you can navigate around the Bird Island -where you can appreciate birdlife in this region by watching species such as skuas, albatrosses, steamer duck, cauquenes, Kelp Gulls and grey gulls- and the Sea Lion’s island, where you can find the southern sea lions and southern fur seals. When you reach Les Eclareirs Lighthouse (The illuminators, in French), you will see colonies of Imperial Cormorants and Rock Cormorants. Along the trip, the guide will not only mention the main features of each of the species spotted, but he will also explain how important that maritime passage was for the development of the city. In the trip back to the city, the view of the mountain range surrounding Ushuaia is superb, along with the splendid nature surrounding it. It is a trip of great historical significance and landscape design.

DAY 07 | USHUAIA Full day excursion with picnic lunch Lagos Off Road in 4 x 4. After breakfast, with the first rays of morning sun, we will venture into a full day Safari, Defender vehicles (4x4) with lunch included. The crossing will allow us to connect in a different way with the most recondite landscapes of the island of Tierra del Fuego. Along dirt paths and bypassing streams, we will reach the imposing coast of Lake Fagnano, where we can take a moment to contemplate this extraordinary place and its particular energy. From there, vehicles will begin to travel difficult roads (off-road) offering views of unparalleled beauty. Then we will start a trek through the forest to the Escondido Lake, where there is a mountain refuge. When crossing the coast we will observe the community of beavers, their constructions and reservoirs, creating a habitat to house their family. In this wonderful environment, we will enjoy a barbecue in the best Argentinian style, accompanied with Malbec wine, and the opportunity to relax, share talks and replenish energy. After lunch, whoever wants it, will be able to navigate, in canoe, the calm waters of the Escondido Lake and explore the amazing landscape. Optional to replace the excursion with "EXPERIENCIA PESCA DE CENTOLLA": An unforgettable day in a picturesque village by the sea. You will feel part of the people sailing, fishing your own spider crab and cooking it in a family house, learning the culinary secrets to prepare it in the Patagonian style.

DAY 08 | USHUAIA - EL CALAFATE Regular transfer service to the Airport to board the Flight. Reception and regular transfer to the hotel.

DAY 09 | EL CALAFATE Regular and full-day trip to the Perito Moreno Glacier walkways, “Nautical Safari” navigation included. We pick you up at the hotel, and after driving for 80km we will arrive at the Parque Nacional Los Glaciares, declared “World Heritage” by the UNESCO, since a vast area of continental ice field is preserved. The glaciers Moreno, Onelli, Agassi and Upsala are fed by this ice field. The Perito Moreno, being the most breathtaking glacier, flows over the Lago Argentino and adopts a wide spectrum of colors from white to turquoise. The terminus of the Perito Moreno Glacier is 5 Km wide, with an average height of 70 m above the lake level. We start our ramble at the Viewpoint, coming down through the walkways opposite to the glacier. The vastness of the landscape can be observed and the sound of the constant ruptures. An amazing spectacle that cannot be missed! We will continue the trip taking the “Nautical Safari”, navigating though the Brazo Rico (southern arm) of the Lago Argentino. The trip lasts approximately one hour and gives tourists the possibility to “live” the glacier from a closest sight. Once we are just in front of the terminus, the ship will stop for some minutes to appreciate its beauty and vastness.

DAY 10 | EL CALAFATE Full day activity, sailing the Argentino Lake on the María Turquesa cruise ("Gourmet Glacier Experience"). The Patagonian Ice Field is, after Antarctica, the largest ice sheet on the planet. Its glaciers originate at only 1500 m.s. of altitude and descend until 200 m.s.n.m., which allows a unique access and visualization in the world. This tour goes through some plafrom Calafate), navigation departs from the Argentino Lake, heading for the glaciers: Seco Glacier, Heim Glacier, Spegazzini Glacier, the highest in the National Park. Disembarkation at Puesto de Las Vacas, to take an interesting walk. The route continues navigating the Upsalla Glacier Channels and the Perito Moreno Glacier.  In the afternoon, return to the hotel at El Calafate.

DAY 11 | EL CALAFATE - BUENOS AIRES Regular transfer service to the Airport to board the Flight. Reception and regular transfer to the hotel.

DAY 12 | BUENOS AIRES  After breakfast we will take a panoramic city tour, including views of: the Obelisk, Plaza de Mayo, Plaza San Martín, Plaza Alvear, Corrientes Avenue, De Mayo Avenue, 9 de Julio Avenue; neighbourhoods like La Boca, San Telmo, Palermo, Recoleta and Puerto Madero; Lezama Park, Tres de Febrero Park; commercial and financial areas and a soccer stadium. Rest of the afternoon free. Accommodation.

DAY 13 | BUENOS AIRES Breakfast. Full day excursion: El Tigre and Delta, including a navigation between its islands and the De la Plata River, enjoying its views. We will learn about the life of the islander and have lunch in front of the river. We will also visit Puerto de Frutos, a very characteristic place. In addition, we will appreciate majestic mansions at San Isidro, its history, its characters. We will also see the Residential Country House of the President of the Nation (Country House of Olivos). On Sundays, the tour could end at San Telmo, Antique Shop Fair. Depending on the day of departure the tour can modify the order. Return to the hotel. Accommodation.

DAY 14 | BUENOS AIRES - COUNTRY OF ORIGIN Transfer service to the Airport to board the international flight back home.ces of this Patagonian landscape, navigating with the highest comfort and with a gourmet gastronomy designed especially for a memorable experience. After boarding, at La Soledad Private Port (60 km 

Included:

• Iguazú: 3 Nights accommodation at selected hotel with breakfast
  -National Park Iguazú (Argentinian Falls).
  -National Park Foz Do Iguacu (Brazilian Falls).

• Ushuaia: 3 Nights accommodation at selected hotel with breakfast
  -Tierra del Fuego National Park Excursion
  -Lago Fagnano and Escondido 
  -Island of Lobos and Faro Les Eclaireurs

• El Calafate: 3 Nights accommodation at selected hotel with breakfast
  -Pasarelas of Perito Moreno Glacier
  -Nautical Safari
  - Excursión: All glaciers

• Buenos Aires: 3 Nights accommodation at selected hotel with breakfast
  -Panoramic city 
  -Tiger and Delta Full Day Tour

• All Transfers

Not Included:

• Admissions to National Parks
• Medical insurance and trip cancellation
• Extras and services not mentioned in the itinerary
• Airline tickets

Expected Hotels:

TOURIST CATEGORY:

IGUAZÚ – Hotel El Pueblito / Hotel Jardines de Iguazú

USHUAIA –  Hotel Altos Ushuaia Hotel / Hotel Los Naranjos / Hotel Alto Andino

EL CALAFATE –  Hotel Kapenke  / Hotel El Quijote

BUENOS AIRES –  Hotel Amerian Park / Hotel Kenton Palace / Hotel Merit San Telmo

FIRST CATEGORY:

IGUAZÚ – Hotel Loi Suites Iguazú / Grand Hotel Iguazú

USHUAIA –  Hotel Arakur / Las Hayas Ushuaia Resort

EL CALAFATE –  Hotel Posada Los Álamos / Hotel Imago / Xelena Hotel & Suites

BUENOS AIRES –  Hotel Intercontinental / Recoleta Grand Hotel / Hotel Alvear Art / The Brick Hotel

LUXURY CATEGORY:

IGUAZÚ – Meliá Iguazú Resort & Spa = Ex Sheraton (Vista a las cataratas)

USHUAIA –  Los Cauquenes Resort & Spa / Hotel Arakur (Vista al mar)

EL CALAFATE –  Hotel Posadas Los Álamos (Habitación Junior Suite)

BUENOS AIRES –  Alvear Palace Hotel / Hotel Four Season / Hotel Hayatt

Recommendations to consider:

Remember that rooms will be available at 15:00 pm; however, if the hotel has availability, it will allow your entry as a courtesy before the stipulated time. If you want to guarantee an early check in at any destination, please let us know and you will be charged the previous night.

At the destinations of Patagonia, new hotel properties are set on the outskirts of the city. This has been a trend of recent years, since it allows people to be more in touch with nature, it provides better views and it’s also a way to avoid pollution, so common in cities. These hotels are mostly superior properties with much comfort and quality of service.

At Iguazú, you can find the Sheraton Hotel within the Iguazú National Park. This is the only hotel which offers rooms overlooking the highest waterfall in South America, being a good option for accommodation. In order to avoid raising the price of the package too much, we advice to take a 2 nights stay. The optional excursion "The Great Adventure: Iguazú Falls Baptism" has a cost of USD 49 per person.

At Ushuaia, the transfer to the port for navigating the Beagle Channel is on behalf of the passenger, because the port is at the center.- This tour does not include departure tax of €2 about, which must be paid before boarding.

At El Calafate, we recommend to consider changing the tour “Gateways Glacier Perito Moreno with Sailing Safari Boat” by “Minitrekking on the Glacier”. You would have to pay a differece of USD 95 per person; however, it’s really worth the payment, because the minitrekking is the ideal way to visit the glacier. This change cannot be made once you’re at the destination – Important information: the minitrekking operates from August 15th to late May, depending on climatic conditions.

At Buenos Aires, to visit the city, we recomment to take an alternative – Paying an extra of USD 70 per person, you can ride on the tourist bus for a personalized tour of 4 hours to take the first contact with the city, being able to adapt the tour to your concerns (driver and guide available).

Note: All the hotels mentioned in this program are bound to availability at the time of reservations. The rate of land services may be modified because of this. Special airfare, non-refundable tour operator.

OTHER NOTES:

• Regular package with bilingual guide (Spanish/English) – Ask for another languages.
• Request rates for itineraries that span two seasons and/or special dates like Christmas, New Year, etc.
• Request rates for the month of July (Ski season).