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A great 12-night tour to combine Argentina and Chile, crossing the Andes by lake. This is a program that starts in Buenos Aires, but also can run in reverse if you want to start in Chile. In Buenos Aires you will enjoy the magic of tango, taste the exquisite argentinian beef and the local gastronomy with a glass of Malbec wine. Buenos Aires is the most european cities in South America. Discover La Boca, Caminito, San Telmo, La Recoleta, Puerto Madero, Plaza de Mayo and more. Once in Bariloche, you will enjoy the incredible lansdcape that offers this city in Patagonia: Incredible lakes, mountains and forests. Enjoy the boat navigation to Victoria Island and Los Arrayanes National Park, and taste the chocolates and the exquisite local cuisine. Take the Lakes Crossing tour, a full day trip to cross from Argentina to Chile, across the Andes, in a combination of boat navigations and bus ride. The tour is fantastic. Once in Puerto Varas, Chile, you can visit Frutillar and Puerto Octay and the incredible Chiloe Island, to learn more about history and local culture. Finally, we will fly to Santiago, to enjoy this modern capital city of Chile. Enjoy Viña del Mar and Valparaiso, and the local vineyards and wineries in Maipo and Colchagua Valley.
Are you ready to enjoy the best of Argentina and Chile in 12 nights?
Welcome to Buenos Aires, the vibrant capital city of Argentina and one of South America’s most significant cities! Upon arriving at Ministro Pistarini International Airport, also known as Ezeiza, you’ll be ready to dive into the European charm of its architecture, rich history, lively tango scene, fantastic cuisine, and the warmth of the local people, affectionately called “Porteños.” You’ll spend 3 nights in this captivating city, with the first day set aside for relaxation. However, if you’re eager to start exploring right away, check out our optional tours listed below. We offer a range of activities suited to all types of travelers.
After breakfast, embark on a 4-hour city tour to experience the best of Buenos Aires. Known for its European influence, the city’s architecture reflects its rich past when Argentina was one of the world’s leading nations.
The tour includes stops at several iconic areas:
The tour will also take you through the neighborhoods of Recoleta, Palermo, and Puerto Madero—a revitalized dockside area known for its excellent gastronomy. Here, you can end your tour with a delightful lunch and savor local cuisine.
After the tour, enjoy the city at your leisure. Consider visiting the Colon Theatre with a Walking Tour or taking an excursion to the Tigre Delta. In the evening, optional activities include an exciting Tango Show or a Buenos Aires by Night tour before returning to your hotel to rest for the next day’s adventures. Check out our options below.
Following breakfast, we’ll head to the Pampas for a visit to a traditional estancia (farm). This classic excursion, often referred to as “Fiesta Gaucha,” offers a taste of local traditions. Enjoy a memorable “Asado Criollo” (barbecue), horse riding, and a traditional folklore show. After an included lunch, watch a gaucho demonstration with horse activities known as Carreras de Sortijas.
We’ll return to the hotel around 5 PM, giving you some free time to relax or explore optional activities listed below.
In the evening, you have more free time to choose from our available activities. Check out the options below.
After breakfast, enjoy some free time until your transfer to the local airport for your flight or to the pier for your next destination. For more details on optional excursions, see the list below.
Welcome to Bariloche, the gateway to exploring various national parks and breathtaking landscapes filled with lakes, mountains, and forests. Upon arrival at your hotel, you’ll have free time to relax. There are some intriguing optional activities you can choose from—see below for details.
After breakfast, we’ll embark on a journey to navigate Nahuel Huapi Lake and visit two major attractions: Victoria Island and Los Arrayanes National Park.
We’ll depart from your hotel in the morning, heading directly to Puerto Pañuelo, located across from the stunning Llao Llao Hotel & Resort.
We’ll board a modern catamaran to traverse Nahuel Huapi Lake towards Quetrihue Port. Our first stop will be a forest of ancient Arrayanes trees, which are over 500 years old, at Los Arrayanes National Park. Enjoy this unique place as you walk along the island trails through the beautiful myrtle tree forest.
Next, we’ll head to Victoria Island, returning to our boat to cross to Puerto Anchorena. Here, you can explore pathways offering incredible viewpoints of Nahuel Huapi National Park and observe rare native flora and fauna.
After our visit, we’ll sail back to Puerto Pañuelo and return to your hotel in Bariloche.
After breakfast, you have a free day to explore various activities in the area. Options include a visit to San Martin de los Andes via the 7-lakes circuit, a trip to Tronador Mountain, or a visit to El Bolson, a local village south of Bariloche. Alternatively, you can opt for an adventure activity like horseback riding or white-water rafting. Check the available options below!
After breakfast, we’ll embark on a memorable journey crossing the Andes by lake! This trip combines bus and boat rides to traverse Chile in the famous Lakes Crossing excursion. Sail through the Andes Mountains across three beautiful lakes, connected by four overland legs, from San Carlos de Bariloche in Argentina to Puerto Varas in Chile. This year-round journey lets you explore stunning mountainous landscapes in Patagonia. Arriving in Chile in one day is possible, but you may also extend your trip to two days or more with accommodation in Puella and/or Puerto Blest.
Bariloche – Puerto Pañuelo
08:00 – 10:00
En route, enjoy the picturesque Swiss-style architecture and colorful gardens of the area as you travel to Puerto Pañuelo.
Puerto Pañuelo – Blest
10:00 – 11:00
Sail from Puerto Pañuelo to Puerto Blest aboard the Gran Victoria, navigating Lake Nahuel Huapi. Admire the grand landscapes, green forests, and learn about the destination’s fascinating history. (Boarding tax not included; approx. US$3.)
Blest – Frías
11:00 – 12:00
Arrive at Puerto Blest and travel by bus along the Frías River to Puerto Alegre. Continue by boat across Lake Frías on the Victoria del Sur, taking in views of Cerro Tronador. After a short sail, arrive at Puerto Frías for border formalities.
Frías – Peulla
12:00 – 14:00
Travel by bus to Peulla, enjoying beautiful views of the Andes.
Lunch in Peulla
14:00 – 15:30
Arrive in Peulla, an ecological lodge and nature lover’s paradise. Enjoy lunch (additional cost).
Peulla – Petrohué
15:30 – 17:30
Sail to Petrohué across Lake Todos los Santos. Weather permitting, view the Osorno and Puntiagudo volcanoes and Cerro Tronador.
Petrohué – Puerto Varas
17:30 – 20:00
Continue to Puerto Varas, passing Lake Llanquihue with impressive views of Osorno and Calbuco volcanoes. Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel and overnight.
After breakfast, enjoy a full-day visit to Frutillar, a city in southern Chile’s Los Lagos Region. Located on the shores of Lake Llanquihue, Frutillar is known as the “City of Music.” Founded by Vicente Pérez Rosales in 1856 after German settlers arrived in 1852, Frutillar offers a glimpse into its rich history. Visit the local German museum, explore exhibits with your guide, and enjoy free time to wander the town. Return to your hotel in Puerto Varas and enjoy a free evening.
After breakfast, embark on a full-day tour of Chiloé Island. Travel south for about 130 kilometers to Pargua, then take a ferry across the Chacao Canal to Isla Grande de Chiloé, the second-largest island in Chile. Explore Chacao, one of the island’s oldest villages, and visit its distinctive church. The churches of Chiloé, built from native timber, are UNESCO World Heritage Sites known for their unique architectural style. Continue to Ancud to visit the Plaza de Armas, church, crafts market, and historical sites. Then head to Castro, the capital of Chiloé Island, to see the local church (also a UNESCO World Heritage Site), handicrafts market, and the Mirador del Barrio Gamboa to view the famous “Palafitos” (wooden houses on stilts). Finally, visit Dalcahue, known for its craft fair, and enjoy lunch at a typical Chiloé restaurant. Return to your hotel in Puerto Varas and overnight.
After breakfast, enjoy free time until your transfer to the pier, airport, or bus station. If you have extra time, you can choose from additional optional activities. Check the list below. Farewell, Puerto Varas!
Arrival to Santiago Merino Airport, in Santiago de Chile. The Chilean capital has become a good choice for international business travelers, developing a reputation as a calm and clean city with a good quality of life. Its one of the most important and populated cities in South America. Most government activities take place in Santiago’s downtown area, which is home to La Moneda (the presidential palace), Plaza de Armas, and the Judicial and Executive Branches. There are also many museums and shopping malls.Districts such as Providencia, Bellavista, Las Condes, and Vitacura offer a dazzling array of businesses, shops, and restaurants as well as a bustling nightlife.
Santiago is also located near many attractions such as the beach house of poet Pablo Neruda, Isla Negra, ski resorts located around 60 km from the city, spots in the Andean foothills like Cajón del Maipo, the port of Valparaíso, which is about an hour from Santiago, and Viña del Mar and other summer resorts on the shores of the Pacific Ocean. Options for enjoying the mountains and sea are always right at your fingertips in Santiago. After arrival, transfer to your hotel and check in. Free time for to rest, or may be if youre interested, you can book any of the optional activities below
After breakfast, in the morning, our guide will be waiting for us for our first visit. We will enjoy a city tour to discover one of the most modern capitals of South America.
Santiago is a cosmopolitan and vibrant capital that perfectly combines tradition and modernity. The tour will allow you to know the origins of the city and emblematic places like the Cathedral, the Post Office, the Plaza de Armas, and the famous Palacio de la Moneda, the house of the Chilean government. You will discover the traditional neighborhoods of the historic center. We visit Santa Lucía hill, called Huelén by the natives, a real urban oasis in the heart of the center. Learn more about the history of Chile and enjoy privileged views of the capital and the mountains surrounding the city. The second part of the tour will take you to the east, to see the financial area of Santiago, and watch modern buildings. Duration is around 4 hours. Return to the hotel and free time.
Please note, there are many optional activities available for the afternoon. Check options below
After breakfast, our guide will be waiting for you to start our visit to Viña del Mar and Valparaiso, in the direction to Chiles coast. We drive through the country's main wine-producing areas, so we can admire the vineyard-covered landscapes along the way which is fascinating. We will stop to take some great photos of this important area. Again in the route we will continue to the coastal road known as the Camino de la Pólvora, arriving at Valparaíso, considered the cultural capital of Chile and full of colors and unique views of the pier and the city over the hill. We will visit the Muelle Prat, a historic dock filled with dozens of colorful boats.
From Plaza Sotomayor, the main gateway to Valparaíso from the sea, you'll immerse yourself in the old quarter, declared by UNESCO as a World Heritage Place.We will visit the House-Museum of Pablo Neruda, called as La Sebastiana. You’ll then reach Paseo 21 de Mayo, a natural viewpoint at the bottom of the Artillería Hill, where you’ll be able to take in a panoramic view of Valparaíso’s view from the blue sea to the city and the surrounding mountains. Our next step is the visit to the city of Viña del Mar, whose name in Spanish means “Vineyard of the Sea”. The coastal town is also often called the Garden City, and you’ll soon see why when you visit sights such as the iconic Flower Clock on the side of Castle Hill. Free time for lunch and then, some free time to enjoy the beach, after return to your hotel in Santiago de Chile.
After breakfast, free time to enjoy the city until your transfer to the airport. If you leave the city in the afternoon or evening, you can choose any of our optional activities you can see below.
Goodbye Santiago!
IGUAZU FALLS EXTENSION PROGRAM
Iguazu Falls is one of the most incredible places in the world, recently declared as one of the new 7-wonders of nature, and Unesco World Heritage. It`s an amazing show of nature, and a must-see if you visit Argentina or Brazil. Are you ready?
DAY 1 – Arrival to Iguazu!
DAY 2 – Visit Iguazu Falls Argentinian Side with up to 8 km of trails to enjoy nature!
DAY 3 – Visit Iguazu Falls Brazilian Side with a great bus ride and a panoramic view of the falls
DAY 4 – Transfer out. Good bye Iguazu Falls, magic of nature!
SAN PEDRO DE ATACAMA EXTENSION
Are you ready to enjoy one of the most fascinating places on earth? You can add a 3-night extension and visit this incredible place in the chilean north!
DAY 1 – San Pedro de Atacama. Welcome!
DAY 2 – Toconao, Highland Lagoons and Atacama Salt Flat!
DAY 3 – Visit Tatyo Geysers and Puritama Hot Springs
DAY 4 – Good bye Atacama Desert!
It`s just a suggested program, we can make any change you need.
