Across the Andes
Atacama to Salta & Iguazu
The Best of Chile & Argentina
Venture out to Chile‘s Atacama desert, where burnt orange canyons and weirdly-sculpted rock formations stand brilliant against an azure sky and steaming geysers rocket steam to dizzying heights. You’ll explore your other-worldly surroundings with a series of nature walks, challenging treks and horse rides, all privately guided and tailored to your particular interests and physical requirements. The star gazing here is truly spectacular – don’t miss it!
Next head south to the emerald hills of the Lakes District. Here you’ll stay at the outstanding Vira Vira, a hacienda style boutique hotel bringing the “farm to fork” concept to the fore with an onsite dairy and wheat crops to keep fresh homemade bread in constant supply, not to mention onsite thermal springs amidst verdant gardens.
Enjoy Tipiliuke and its similar concept in the Lakes District, before a ‘stint’at Eolo in El Calafate, your starting point exploring Patagonia and its icefields.
Journey further south into the depths of Patagonia staying in the heart of the Torres del Paine National Park, perched above the milky, turquoise waters of Lake Pehoé, you’ll enjoy stunning views of the Paine Massif. The wilderness is yours to explore by four-wheel drivevehicle, walking through ethereal forests, wildlife watching and birdspotting, hiking part or all of the famous W trek and horse riding across the open pampas.
You will love
- Other-worldly Atacama landscapes
- Tranquility in the Lakes District
- Patagonia and its bounty of nature
- Variety, exclusivity choice
Let us design your perfect itinerary.
19 UNFORGETTABLE DAYS
DAY 1 | ATACAMA
Arrive to Calama airport and road transfer to your accommodation. The afternoon and evening are at leisure.
DAY 2 | ATACAMA
Your accommodation Includes guided explorations of the Atacama desert; the flamingoes and salt flats, moon valley, the altiplano lagoons, geysers and thermal pools plus guided walks and trekking, bike riding, horse riding and bird watching.
DAY 3 | ATACAMA
Another day is set aside for you to enjoy activities in the Salar de Atacama, the Cordillera de la Sal, the Cordillera de Sarapana and in the Andes Mountains
DAY 4 | ATACAMA
One further full day is for you to explore more of the Atacama – either on half or full-day excursions and experiences at a style, pace and length of your choice.
DAY 5 | PUCON
Road transfer back to the airport and fly to Pucon to the emerald hills of the Lakes District and stay at the outstanding Vira Vira, a hacienda style boutique hotel bringing the “farm to fork” concept to the fore with an onsite dairy and wheat crops to keep fresh homemade bread in constant supply, not to mention onsite thermal springs amidst verdant gardens.
DAY 6 | PUCON
Enjoy activities at the lodge such as walks or hikes, fishing, horse riding, canoeing, stand-up-paddleboarding or simply enjoying the farm-to-table cuisine, a cheese factory tour, or birdwatching.
DAY 7 | PUCON
Further enjoy activities at the lodge, perhaps mountain biking, a cultural Mapuche experience, white-water rafting, or activities with an additional cost such as a helicopter ride, yoga or a wellness treatment.
DAY 8 | BARILOCHE
After breakfast, road transfer to Llao Llao, passing by San Martin de los Andes, arriving to the lodge late afternoon. The journey takes approximately 6 hours, plus time for stops en route. Enjoy mountainous scenery and the stunning lakes and forest scenery as you pass by.
DAY 9 | BARILOCHE
Enjoy activities inside the lodge such as the hydrogym, salsa or tango lessons, pilates, yoga, the jacuzzi, sauna, gym, reading room, or games such as bingo or card games. Outdoor activities include walks, mountain bike rides, tennis, boating, fishing, rafting, four-wheel drive adventures, bird watching and more.
DAY 10 | BARILOCHE
Further enjoy all of the activities at the lodge. Specialist activities with an instructor (additional cost) may include archery or rappelling, you may want to windsurf or stand up paddle, or enjoy walks at a style, pace and length of your choice.
DAY 11 | EL CALAFATE
Fly from Bariloche to El Calafate, then road transfer to Eolo lodge. Check in this afternoon and the remainder of the afternoon and evening is at leisure, or you may wish to head out for a small hike or horse back ride if time allows.
DAY 12 | EL CALAFATE
Enjoy activities at the lodge such as trekking, mountain biking, bird watching, horse back riding, four-wheel drive explorations, zip lining, heading out to Los Glaciares National Park to visit the glacier, kayak, hike or for a boat journey
DAY 13 | EL CALAFATE
Further head out to take part in activities on or nearby the lodge such as visiting the Perito Moreno Glacier, fly fishing, spending a full day at El Chalten, or at Estancia Cristina.
DAY 14 | TORRES DEL PAINE
After breakfast check out and road transfer south, crossing into Chile, to reach Explora Patagonia, the only lodge right in the heart of the Torres del Paine National Park. Arrive this afternoon and the remainder of the afternoon and evening is at leisure to rest and to admire the lodge and views over the three towers.
DAY 15 | TORRES DEL PAINE
Head out with your guide on a choice of over 40 explorations – hike, horseback ride, take a high mountain ascent, travel overland, or embark on a self-guided excursion – you choose!
DAY 16 | TORRES DEL PAINE
Further explore the area, perhaps hike the Mirador Toro or the Lago Grey, horseback ride the Laguna Negra, travel overland taking in flora and fauna such as guanacos and puma at Estepa Patagonica, or take a high mountain ascent to Cerro Tenerife.
DAY 17 | TORRES DEL PAINE
Enjoy one more day to explore the region on a choice of activities offered by Explora Patagonia.
DAY 18 | SANTIAGO
Road transfer to Punta Arenas and fly to Santiago. Check into your accommodation at The Singular and perhaps head out this afternoon to explore Lastarria, its markets and nearby restaurants.
DAY 19 | INFLIGHT
Check out of your accommodation and commence your journey homebound.
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