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HIGHLIGHTS OF CHILE AND ARGENTINA
Day 1 London Heathrow to Buenos Aires
Fly overnight from London with British Airways to Buenos Aires.
Day 2 Arrive Buenos Aires
Arrive into Buenos Aires in the morning where you will be met and transferred
to the Sofitel Hotel where you will stay for the next two nights. (N)
Day 3 Buenos Aires
Take a guided tour through this cosmopolitan city divided into barrios or
neighborhoods, each different, yet full of character. Visit the Plaza de
Mayo, the main square in the heart of the city, the bohemian quarter of
San Telmo, the colourful port area of La Boca and the famous Recoleta
cemetery, where Eva Peron is buried. (B)
Day 4 Buenos Aires to Santiago – by air
Fly to Santiago and stay for two nights at the Ritz-Carlton Hotel. (B)
Day 5 Santiago
Today take a sightseeing tour through the main streets of Santiago's civic
centre with its many different architectural styles. (B).
Day 6 Santiago to Calama – by air
Early morning fly north to Calama and on arrival drive to San Pedro to stay
for three nights at the Altiplanico Hotel in the heart of the Atacama Desert.
The highest, driest desert in the world contains volcanoes, salt flats,
geysers and spectacular scenery. (B/L/D)
Day 7 San Pedro
to
Day 8
From your base at the Altiplanico Hotel explore the Atacama’s surreal
landscapes and archaeological sites such as the geysers and spurting
fumaroles at Tatio, the vast salt lakes and decaying ghost towns.
(B/L/D)
Day 9 Calama to Santiago – by air
Return by air to Santiago. (B)
Day 10 Santiago to Punta Arenas – by air
Punta Arenas to Torres del Paine
Fly to Punta Arenas and on arrival proceed to Torres Del Paine National
Park and stay for three nights at Hostería Las Torres. (B/L/D)
Day 11 Torres del Paine
to
Day 12
Chile's Torres del Paine National Park is the most recognized symbol of
Patagonia. This remote and beautiful area encompasses mountains, glaciers
and lakes and is a habitat for guanaco, condor and the native flightless
rhea. In the company of specialist guides visit Nordenskjold Lake, Salto
Grande waterfall, Lake Pehoé, Lake Grey and Amarga Lagoon. (B/L/D)
Day 13 Torres del Paine to Punta Arenas
In the morning drive back to Punta Arenas and board the Stella Australis
cruise ship and later today depart for “the uttermost part of the earth”.
Your cruise will take you through the Strait of Magellan and the Beagle
Channel to explore one of the most breathtaking wilderness regions in the world:
Southern Patagonia, and Tierra del Fuego. (B/L/D)
Day 14 Stella Australis cruise
At dawn, continue navigating through Almirantazgo Sound, arriving at Ainsworth
Bay, inside the Alberto De Agostini National Park. From a distance you may see
the Marinelli Glacier which descends from the Darwin Mountain Range. Sail to
Tuckers Islets, and board the Zodiac boats to view Magellanic Penguins. In
September and April this excursion is replaced by Brookes Bay where you land
for a short walk to approach a glacier. (B/L/D)
Day 15 Stella Australis cruise
Navigate along the main part of the Beagle Channel to reach Pia Fjord, where
you will disembark near Pia Glacier. Take a short hike to a look-out point
with a spectacular view of the entire glacier tongue, stretching from high
in the mountains all the way to the sea. After this unforgettable experience,
Stella Australis continues sailing along the northwest arm of the Beagle Channel
through majestic “Glacier Alley”. (B/L/D)
Day 16 Stella Australis cruise
Sail through the Beagle and Murray channels to reach Cape Horn National Park,
where you will disembark (weather permitting). In the afternoon go ashore in Wulaia
Bay, Charles Darwin landed here on January 23rd, 1833, during the voyage of HMS
Beagle. (B/L/D)
Day 17 Ushuaia to El Calafate – by air
This morning disembark in Ushuaia, Argentina’s most important city on
Tierra del Fuego, and the southernmost city in the world. Explore the
town with a local guide. In the afternoon fly to El Calafate, gateway
to the magnificent Perito Moreno and the Glaciers National Park.
The Perito Moreno glacier is without doubt one of South America’s
most magnificent sights, and arguably one of the world’s greatest
wonders. Stay for two nights at Hosteria Los Notros which is situated
inside the park overlooking the beautiful Lago Argentino and the Perito
Moreno glacier.(B/L/D)
Day 18 El Calafate
Today view up close the colossal Perito Moreno glacier which spans five
kilometers across and towers some sixty metres above the surface of the
lake. From an observation platform or boat watch as huge chunks of blue
ice shear off the face of the glacier and crash into the waters below.
(B/L/D)
Day 19 El Calafate to Buenos Aires – by air
Fly to Buenos Aires and stay overnight at the Sofitel Hotel. (B)
Day 20 Buenos Aires to London
In the afternoon depart by British Airways to London Heathrow. (B)
Day 21 Arrive London
Arrive London in the morning.
STAYING ON
Mysterious and isolated Easter Island is a five hour flight from Santiago over the Pacific Ocean. The giant and mysterious volcanic stone statues known as ‘moai’ are now world renowned and, to those who have witnessed them, are considered to be the some of the most incredible ancient relics ever discovered. Depending on flight schedules a stay of three or four nights is recommended.
Vineyards are aplenty in Chile with some of the best found in the Colchagua Valley. A two night extension from Santiago is an excellent introduction to the region and your base at the delightful Santa Cruz Plaza Hotel in Santa Cruz allows you to explore the many excellent vineyards of the Valley – one of the finest wine growing regions in the country.
Planning your journey: We can design a unique journey to suit you as our tours are totally tailor made. By combining your own ideas with our knowledge and experience we can help you to create your own journey tailored exactly to your requirements. Once you have formulated your ideas, or if you require some general or specific advice, please call us on 01892 515966 or simply send your ideas to pettitts@btconnect.com. On receipt of your enquiry we will provide you with a full written quotation together with our suggestions and recommendations.
A Guide to Price – HIGHLIGHTS OF CHILE AND ARGENTINA
Prices vary according to selected airlines, hotels and season, therefore, please contact us for a quotation. If you wish to travel alone we will be pleased to assist you with your arrangements and can provide a proposal on request.
Note: Meal Basis (N) = No Meal; (B) = Breakfast; (L) = Lunch; (D) = Dinner
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