14 Days | An Exceptional Luxury Journey
Welcome to Argentina & Chile!
Day 1
Arrival into Buenos Aires, Argentina. Take a stroll through the streets of historic Recoleta
Day 2
Set out on an exclusive immersion in Buenos Aires; enjoy a stylish tango show at Rojo Tango
Day 3 - 5
Fly to El Calafate, head to El Chalten and get off the beaten track with a 3-night Explora program
Day 6
Head to El Calafate to continue your exploration in Argentina’s Patagonia
Day 7
Venture out on a trek of mighty Perito Moreno Glacier
Day 8
Enjoy a day at leisure exploring El Calafate and surrounding region on your own
Day 9 - 12
Travel west towards Torres del Paine National Park to experience Chilean Patagonia during your 4-night Awasi Patagonia exploration
Day 13
Fly to Santiago, soak up the city’s evening atmosphere on your own
Day 14
Depart Chile
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CONTACT US ABOUT THIS TRIPYour Exceptional Luxury Argentina & Chile Journey begins with a stay in Buenos Aires.
Explore Recoleta on foot and go off the beaten path. You will be introduced to the history, architecture, traditions, and unique features of this historic Buenos Aires neighborhood. Visit Recoleta Cemetery and hear fascinating tales about Evita Perón, the misfortune of Rufina Cambaceres, Tiburcia Dominquez’s miserly husband, and Admiral Brown. Stop by Pilar Basilica to admire its stunning architecture, then learn about the history of Recoleta Cemetery itself at the Recoleta Cultural Center and Old Monastery. Visit El Ateneo which is as splendid as its name and exudes Buenos Aires’ nostalgic elegance. See Bourdelle’s Monument to Alvear, then continue to the Palais de Glace, where the Argentine tango came of age. Learn about the history of tango before visiting the BA Design Center and Terraces, the National Library, and the National Fine Arts Museum.
Visit traditional San Telmo, enjoy a unique experience at Teatro Colon, and an immersive visit of Caballito neighborhood.
San Telmo has the most classic, old school vibe in Buenos Aires. Cobblestone streets, old lanterns, hundred- year-old buildings match what many people expect to see in Buenos Aires.
Teatro Colon is one of the most important opera houses in the world, due to its acoustic excellence and its high architectural value. During your visit, you will get a better understanding of the history and traditions of Teatro Colon, including a very special meet and greet with Teatro Maestro Enrique Diemecke, who will give you more insight on both the theatre and some of the special performances he has conducted during his tenure at Teatro Colon.
Head off the beaten path to the neighborhood of Caballito for a unique walking tour that explores the hidden gems of Buenos Aires that you will not find in guidebooks. This tour includes uncommonly visited city landmarks that deviate from the typical tourist locations. If you would like some insight into local life or would like to learn about the local food and see what the locals do, come explore this authentic local cultural experience in a non-touristy barrio. In Caballito, learn about immigration, gauchos, tango, and the historical and architectural evolution of the neighborhood. You’ll travel back in time to the 19th and early 20th century to discover amazing places such as: a historic market built in 1889; an incredible old-fashioned barber shop that is also a living museum; a pulperia or gauchos’ bar; a truly impressive 19th century tea/coffee house; a legendary tango salon that was once used as a grain silo; and one of the most beautiful churches in the city and where Pope Francis was baptized.
This evening, enjoy a stylish tango show at the famed Rojo Tango.
The explorations at El Chaltén are as varied as the surroundings we are about to know. The area’s geography has towering mountains and different landscapes open to be discovered through treks, overland trips, ice hikes, and even rock climbing, depending on the preferences and skills of each traveler.
The Los Glaciares National Park, declared a world heritage site by UNESCO, will be one of the places to be explored. Other attractions to be discovered are the Southern Patagonia Mountain Range, Mount Fitz Roy, the towering heights of the area, and the surroundings of the Los Huemules Natural Reserve, in addition to the Patagonia forest and its rich wildlife. The explorations can cover a full day or half a day and a private guide is included to enhance your exceptional experience.
Travel to El Calafate and settle into your lodge. EOLO is set on 10,000 acres and embodies the spirit of Patagonia.
This expedition to the heart of Perito Moreno Glacier is an experience not to be missed. The adventure begins with a nautical safari boat ride to admire the front of the Glacier and get excited for the trek.
Set out for a one-and-half-hour hike arriving at an immense plateau of ice where the view is breathtaking. Spend about 3 hours exploring the glacier’s blue lagoons, deep crevasses, and magical ice caves where everything turns blue. Enjoy a boxed lunch before boarding the vessel back to the Bajo de las Sombras port. Back on board the boat, you will return to the Bajo del Las Sombras pier and you will be driven to the footbridges. From this point, you can clearly see ice blocks of different sizes continually detaching from the glacier and falling into the water, causing a tremendous sound, and amazing waves which makes this view an unforgettable sight.
Enjoy a day at leisure exploring El Calafate and the surrounding area on your own. Guides are available for outdoor activities in the surroundings of the estancia: trekking, flora and fauna recognition, mountain biking, etc.
Your Chile Patagonia experience is complemented by a stay at Awasi Patagonia, which is situated inside a private reserve neighboring the Torres del Paine National Park. From here, you can enjoy imposing views of the Torres del Paine peaks and Lake Sarmiento. The chosen location is protected from the strong Patagonian winds by a luxuriant native forest of local species of beeches called lengas and ñirres. The indigenous fauna remains intact in these forests and plains, where there are sightings of guanacos, ñandús (Rheas), foxes, condors and, occasionally, pumas. The strategic location of Awasi Patagonia invites you to enjoy the Torres del Paine National Park from the privacy of our lodge.
At Awasi, excursions are private and are planned according to the pace and preferences of each guest. The times, duration and routes of each excursion are defined in line with the special interests and wishes of each guest. Our guests can also tour the private reserve from their villas on their own and explore the different paths, observing the native flora and fauna.
The excursions can be carried out with a greater or lesser degree of physical exertion, depending on the conditions and wishes of our guests. The different excursions offered by Awasi are tailored to your interests, fitness level and preferences, and include trekking, biking and horseback riding which are divided into five areas, each of which offers very different points of interest.
Fly to Santiago and soak up the city’s evening atmosphere on your own.
Explore the city and enjoy an immersive foodie experience. Start with a highlights tour of the city including, the presidential palace, La Moneda, and the Palacio de los Tribunales de Justicia, which houses the Supreme Court of Chile. Continue to Plaza de Armas. Discover Santiago’s vibrant market district as you work your way from Plaza de Armas to Mercado Central, where residents go about their daily routines. Explore the bustling market as you stroll the different vendors discovering local ingredients and learning about the rich history of Chilean cuisine. After, indulge in a meal and Chilean wine at the private home of a food enthusiast, cook, and art lover.
A late check-out has been arranged so you can relax and freshen up before your departure from Chile.
Desire a perfect trip? With the help of our travel specialists, this journey can be customized around your specific interests, tastes and preferences. We will provide helpful tips and honest advice based on first-hand knowledge of the destination.
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