Tour Duration : 13 Nights And 14 Days

Destinations Covered: Buenos Aires - Puerto Madryn - Ushuaia - Calafate - Puerto Natales - Santiago

Package Inclusions:

• All applicable taxes

• All transfers

• Meals as indicated on itinerary

• All sight seeing as per itinerary

• Punta Tombo entrance fee

• Peninsula Valdes entrance fee

• Tierra del Fuego National Park fee

• Perito Moreno National Park fee

• Paine National Park Entrance fee

• San Cristóbal Hill

• San Cristóbal Hill (Funicular)

Package Exclusions:

• Meals not mentioned as being included

• Beverages with meals

• International/Internal Airfare

• Visa fees

• Items of a personal nature

• Tips & gratuities

• Optional tours

• Travel Insurance

DAY 01 FRIDAY BUENOS AIRES (-/-/-)

On arrival in Buenos Aires, you will be transferred from the airport to the hotel.

DAY 02 SATURDAY BUENOS AIRES (B/-/-)

After breakfast you will visit Argentina’s historic capital city on a three hour city tour. The trip begins with a drive to the Plaza de Mayo. You will visit the most important and interesting sites, including the “Casa Rosada” (the pink house, home of the government), the Cabildo (town hall) and the Metropolitan Cathedral, home of the Archbishop of Buenos Aires. The tour continues to the district of San Telmo. Today, this is one of the most fashionable and desirable places to live, but until the late 1880s, it was a river port. The tour continues to the famous La Boca neighbourhood. The area is rich with history, as it was traditionally the worker district where Italian seamen and dock workers resided. The colourful tin houses and lively street life provides ample photographic opportunities. Next, the tour heads to Recoleta, the quarter of the rich of Buenos Aires. In Recoleta’s cemetery, you can see the grave of Evita Perón, Argentina’s former First Lady and beloved heroine of the working classes. Finally, the tour takes in Avenida 9 de Julio, the widest avenue in the world, the Federal Court of Justice in Plaza Lavalle, and Teatro Colón, before stopping off at leafy Palermo for a wander in its pretty parks and gardens. Return to the hotel. Optional: Evening visit to see Argentina’s unique dance – a Tango Show with dinner at the Restaurant Viejo Almacen.

DAY 03 SUNDAY BUENOS AIRES (B/-/-)

Day free at leisure – the following optional tour can be booked through our local office: Optional: Full day visit to a typical Argentinean Estancia (including lunch) When thinking of Argentina, a typical image is that of gauchos in the pampas, and this trip allows a peek into this world. Following a 2 hour drive to Los Cordales, we arrive at Estancia Santa Susana. Guests are greeted by gauchos with welcome drinks. The day continues with opportunities to see at first hand the lives of the gauchos, while also taking in the scenic countryside. A rustic barbecue (asado) lunch of fine meats and sausages is followed by a presentation of regional music and dances. During this folkloric show you will observe the men’s agility on their horses. Return to Buenos Aires following afternoon coffee and tea.

DAY 04 MONDAY BUENOS AIRES – TRELEW – PUERTO MADRYN (B/-/-) FLIGHT (not included)

In the morning you will transfer from your hotel to the national airport to catch your flight to Trelew. The flight is not included. On arrival in Trelew you will transfer to the Atlantic coast to the town of Puerto Madryn where your hotel awaits. Overnight in Puerto Madryn

DAY 05 TUESDAY PUERTO MADRYN – VALDÉS – PUERTO MADRYN (B/-/-)

Today a ten hour tour explores Peninsula Valdes and its fascinating plethora of wildlife for viewing. The nature reserve of Valdés provides a unique opportunity to see a range of flora and fauna with the backdrop of the unusual geological features that make up the Peninsula Valdes. Sea-elephants roam for miles along the beach at the east side of the peninsula. Natural rock, sand and gravel provide the perfect setting for the world’s only land colony of these large, impressive mammals. Additionally, each year hundreds of whales swim through the southern seas to seek shelter in the serene waters of the Nuevo and San Jose Gulfs for their breeding season. Don’t miss the opportunity to take an optional tour by boat to watch these graceful marine whales. Optional: A whale watching tour can be booked through our local office (whales can be observed from May to mid December).

DAY 06 WEDNESDAY PUERTO MADRYN – TRELEW – USHUAIA (B/-/-) FLIGHT (not included)

In the morning the tour heads to Punta Tombo, one of the world’s largest colonies of Magellan Penguins found on the mainland. Here penguins rule the roost. They are everywhere—on the hills, covering the road and in the sea. There are quite literally thousands of penguins to be found here. After the visit, you will transfer to the airport in Trelew for your flight to Ushuaia. Ushuaia touts itself as the world’s southernmost city. On arrival at Ushuaia you will transfer to your hotel where you will spend the night.

DAY 07 THURSDAY USHUAIA (B/-/-)

The Tierra del Fuego National Park is the focus for today’s sightseeing. Here it feels that time moves more slowly than anywhere else on earth. The outstanding natural beauty and wilderness, combined with long stormy winters have led to a simple and modest life for those who reside here. The National Park is criss-crossed with rivers which flow into the Beagle Channel. The trip drives through the park where you can enjoy the scenic landscapes and take a short walk. In the afternoon the following optional tour can be booked with our local office: Optional: Catamaran tour on the Beagle Channel Charles Darwin undertook an expedition on the Beagle, and it is from this that the Beagle Channel derives its name. The voyage passes by the Casco Island where many seabirds nest. You can also see sea lions frolicking on the Island Los Lobos. Overnight in Ushuaia

DAY 08 FRIDAY USHUAIA – EL CALAFATE (B/-/-) FLIGHT (not included)

Transfer to the airport for your flight to El Calafate The flight is not included. On arrival at the El Calafate airport you will be transferred to the hotel by the local guide. Overnight in El Calafate

DAY 09 SATURDAY EL CALAFATE – PERITO MORENO – EL CALAFATE (B/-/-)

Today’s visit is a full day tour to take in the spectacle that is the Perito Moreno Glacier. Following a drive through the scenic National Park Los Glaciares you are suddenly bombarded with a sea of colours—this is the Perito Moreno glacier. It is one of the few glaciers that is still moving and every four or five years it covers the gap between the mainland and itself and it flows into the Lago Argentina. At times the ice cannot resist the water pressure and large blocks of ice crash down noisily into the lake. The volume of this event is phenomenal and can be experienced every day. There are two hours to observe and photograph the colourful glacier before returning to Calafate for the night.

DAY 10 SUNDAY EL CALAFATE – PUERTO NATALES (B/-/-)

In the morning you will transfer to the bus terminal where you will catch a public bus to Puerto Natales. At the bus terminal in Puerto Natales you will transfer to the hotel in Puerto Natales for your overnight stay.

DAY 11 MONDAY TORRES DEL PAINE NATIONAL PARK (B/-/-)

In the morning you will drive 150 km to the Torres del Paine National Park. This park is renowned worldwide for its outstanding natural beauty and once you visit you will understand why. In this protected enclave you will find a nature-lover’s feast awaits the eyes. With lakes, lagoons, waterfalls, glaciers, hills and peaks, the park has it all. The road within is littered with lagoons which contrast sharply with the backdrop of rolling hills and snow capped jagged mountains. The trip includes a visit to the Salto Grande Waterfall. In the late afternoon the tour returns to Puerto Natales.

DAY 12 TUESDAY PUERTO NATALES – PUNTA ARENAS – SANTIAGO (B/-/-) FLIGHT (not included)

Early in the morning you will transfer to the Puerto Natales bus terminal to take a four hour trip by public bus to Punta Arenas. On arrival you will be met and you can enjoy a tour of this city before transferring to the airport. On arrival at Punta Arenas airport, an airport assistant will welcome you and help you with the Check-In procedures for your onward flight to Santiago. The flight is not included. On arrival in Santiago you will be transferred to your hotel. Overnight at hotel in Santiago.

DAY 13 WEDNESDAY SANTIAGO DE CHILE (B/-/-)

Your South American adventure commences with a half day (4 hour) city tour of Santiago de Chile. This diverse city, home to more than five million residents, is a city of contrasts where you can see remnants of its colonial past and also the ultra-modern high rise buildings of the financial center. The European influence in the city’s culture is noticeable. To begin, the city tour visits the San Francisco church, which was built between 1572 and 1618. The tour continues by the sector of Club Hípico. Here you can see one of the most beautiful horseracing tracks in South America. Next the tour heads to the Barrio Concha y Toro before arriving at the grandiose Plaza de Armas. On this square you will find historic buildings such as the cathedral, and close by the main post office building, the Natural History Museum and the “Palacio de la Moneda” (seat of government). The tour continues up the San Cristóbal Hill, from which you will gasp at the fine views of Santiago and the surrounding Andes. Finally, the tour heads to the modern residential areas on the way back to the hotel. Overnight in Santiago.

DAY 14 THURSDAY SANTIAGO DE CHILE (B/-/-)

Transfer to the airport for your onward journey.

STANDARD HOTELS

Buenos Aires
Hotel De Las Americas
Hotel De Las Americas is located in the heart of the most elegant and safe commercial and residential area of Buenos Aires, La Recoleta. Just a few meters far from the most important avenues: 9 de Julio and Santa Fe, where you will find the best luxury shops, restaurants and cafe. Short distance from the financial area, shoppings, commercial buildings, embassies, consulates, air companies, and cultural centers like Colón and Cervantes Theatre.

Puerto Madryn
Hotel Bahia Nueva
The hotel is located in the commercial area of the city, opposite the sea and few metres away from the pier, where cruises tie up during the summer season. In winter, you can watch the whales metres away from your room. All of the bedrooms have wide and comfortable beds, cable TV, 20” LCD displays.

Ushuaia
Hotel Ushuaia
Discover the end of the world, stay in the world most southern city. Enjoy the Hotel Ushuaia most fantastic views across the Beagle Channel in a natural environment with all the comforts of modern hotels.

Calafate
Hotel Michelangelo
Hotel Michelangelo is located in the center of the city, 200 m from the main street. All rooms are equipped with Central heating, Cable TV, Minibar, Safety boxes and free Internet acces for guests and WI FI.

Puerto Natales
Hotel Costaustralis

Santiago
Hotel Torremayor
Considered as one of the favorite Hotels in Providencia area, Torremayor Hotel is stand out because of its location, nice architecture, warm decoration and recognized style of service. Fast access to airport, near to Shopping Malls, Subway Station and several commercial and tourist places, converted it to an excellent four-star Hotel.

SUPERIOR HOTELS

Buenos Aires
Hotel Americas Towers
Hotel Americas Towers is located in the heart of the most elegant and safe commercial and residential area of Buenos Aires, La Recoleta. Just a few meters far from the most important avenues: 9 de Julio and Santa Fe, where you will find the best luxury shops, restaurants and cafe. Short distance from the financial area, shoppings, commercial buildings, embassies, consulates, air companies, and cultural centers like Colón and Cervantes Theatre.

Puerto Madryn
Península Hotel
The Peninsula Valdes Hotel is situated in the tourist city Puerto Madryn, opposite to the sea and just a few meters from downtown. It offers 70 well-appointed and comfortable bedrooms and suites spread over seven floors and with many amenities at your disposal. There is an on site restaurant serving table d'hote menu with International and regional cuisine.

Ushuaia
Hotel Los Nires
The Los Nires Hotel is situated just 3 km from the centre of Ushuaia and from the International airport. Set in the middle of the impressive forest of Lengas and Nires, between the canal Beagle and the mountains chain of Martial, it is a large mountain luxury lodge. Overlooking natural beauty it features 47 well appointed bedrooms including rooms for physically challenged spread over two floors and modernly equipped. The on site restaurant serves International cuisine with seafood and regional s

Calafate
Posada Los Alamos
The sprawling Posada Los Alamos is as conservative as a Brooks Brothers suit, perhaps better suited to a golf resort than wild Patagonia. Because of the low-key design of the complex and the slightly aloof service, you can't help the feeling that you're in a private country club or thousands of miles north in a Buenos Aires province. They have just about everything here, including a new spa with a huge pool, wine bar, convention center, and hair salon. There are a number of comfortable lounges i

Puerto Natales
Hotel Costaustralis

Santiago
Hotel Atton El Bosque
This new modern hotel opened in 2007. It is located on 2770 Roger de Flor Street, a short walking distance from Tobalaba subway station, at the heart of El Golf suburb in Las Condes. Walking distance to best restaurants and the most important and modern business centers. All rooms are fully equipped with TV cable, desk, full minibar and an ample safe.

TOUR RATES & DATES

Currency	From	To	Tour Category	Twin	Single	Single Supplement
USD	04-Jan-12	30-Apr-12	Standard	2,982.00	-	3,831.00
USD	04-Jan-12	30-Apr-12	Superior	3,567.00	-	5,085.00
USD	01-Sep-12	31-Dec-12	Standard	3,230.00	-	4,115.00
USD	01-Sep-12	31-Dec-12	Superior	3,780.00	-	5,402.00

FLIGHTS

Currency	Sector	Amount	Comment
USD	Aep/Rel/Ush/Fte & Puq/Scl	1280.00	Please note that this is the price of air at time of print. Airfare and taxes are subject to change and subject to availability.

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