The Essential of the South

DAY 1 – 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 colorful 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.

DAY 2 – BUENOS AIRES

Day at leisure to enjoy an optional tour.

DAY 3 – BUENOS AIRES / USHUAIA

At due time, transfer to the airport to board the flight to Ushuaia.

Afternoon at leisure to continue discovering the destination. If you are a nature lover, we suggest you 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.

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.

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.

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. Finally reach Les Eclaireurs Lighthouse, from where the return to the city begins.

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.

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.

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.

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 the hotel.

OPTIONAL –  YOU CAN EXTEND YOUR TRIP TO:  Puerto Iguazú  3 Days / 2 Nights

DAY 9 – BUENOS AIRES / PUERTO IGUAZÚ.

Transfer to the airport to board the flight to Puerto Iguazú. Arrival, reception, and transfer to the hotel.  In the evening, we leave Puerto Iguazú to arrive in Foz do Iguaçu, Brazil and visit the Brazilian Side, to appreciate a different view of the waterfalls. At the end, return to Puerto Iguazu.

DAY 10 – PUERTO IGUAZÚ

In the morning, we head for Iguazu National Park to visit the Iguazu Falls, declared a Natural Heritage Site by UNESCO and one of the Seven Wonders of the Natural World. During the tour, we visit the three circuits of the park: Garganta Del Diablo, the Upper and the Lower Trails.

DAY 11 – PUERTO IGUAZÚ / BUENOS AIRES

In the morning, we visit the falls on the Brazilian side to appreciate a different view of the falls. At the indicated time, transfer to the airport to board the flight to Buenos Aires. Upon arrival, connection to international airport if necessary.

DAY 9 – BUENOS AIRES

At due time, transfer to the airport.

WHAT’S INCLUDED:

• 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

Operational 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.

OPTIONAL –  YOU CAN EXTEND YOUR TRIP TO:  Puerto Iguazú  3 Days / 2 Nights

WHAT’S INCLUDED:

• Needed transfers
• Accommodation: 2 nights
• Tours: Argentinian Falls – Brazilian Falls
• Meals: 2 breakfasts
• Required tickets to the National Parks

To keep in mind:

• In case of taking The Great Adventure, consult its restrictions.
• The access to Garganta Del Diablo can be interrupted because of the rise in river flow.