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1.- Choose: "With Int'l (International) Flight" if you want a trouble-free-complete package with matching flights. or "Without Int'l (International) Flight" if you already have purchased and confirmed flight.
2.- Select: Your departure airport/city option in the US by typing or picking your airpot on the menu.
3.- Select: Arrival date (please remember most flights to Europe are overnight, so your hotel check-in is on the next day).
4.- Pick: The number of nights you would like to stay in each city - FLEXIBLE from 1 to 14 nights!
5.- Enter: Number of travelers including Adults and Childrens.
6.- Click: On the "Price It" buttom and you will see our prices and flexibility to customize your vacation packages.
This sample itinerary includes:
• International round-trip airfare
• Flight in and out of Buenos Aires
• Domestic flights in Argentina
• 4 nights in Buenos Aires
• 1 night in Ushuaia 'Tierra del Fuego'
• 3-night cruise aboard the MV Via Australis
• 1 night in Punta Arenas
• 3 nights in Torres del Paine Hosteria Las Torres
• 2 night in Puerto Varas
• Lake crossing from Puerto Varas to Bariloche
• 2 nights in Bariloche
• Daily breakfast (most hotels)
• Hotel taxes
• Wednesday Departures from October to April.
• Activities can be added at extra cost
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 | Buenos Aires
Built in the image of the great European cities, Buenos Aires is Argentina's cultural epicenter, known for its music and dance, its cuisine, fine wines, and vibrant night life. ... more Built in the image of the great European cities, Buenos Aires is Argentina's cultural epicenter, known for its music and dance, its cuisine, fine wines, and vibrant night life. Although it has retained much of its Colonial European influence the design and architecture in Bueno Aires reflects influences not only from Spain, but in many cases Paris, Rome and other Euro capitals as well.
Buenos Aires is divided into neighborhoods or barrios, each with its own personality and unique flavor, and cafes, tango bars, clubs, restaurants, museums, and great shopping will make any visit to Buenos Aires fly by.
So whether you are headed from here to the splendor of Patagonia, the wine region, or the majesty of Iguazu Falls, Buenos Aires is a city that will remain in your memory long after the last tango has ended. (close) |
 | Ushuaia - Tierra del Fuego
Ushuaia is the southernmost city in the world, and along with the spectacular Tierra del Fuego is one of the most interesting and compelling destinations in Argentina. ... more Ushuaia is the southernmost city in the world, and along with the spectacular Tierra del Fuego is one of the most interesting and compelling destinations in Argentina. Ushuaia is a portal, not only for Tierra del Fuego, but also for the nearby Martial Mountains, and Antarctica. And it serves as a picturesque base of operations for hikers, climbers, skiers and eco-tourists drawn by the gorgeous scenery, varying terrain, and abundant wildlife. Most visitors here ride on the 'Train to The End Of The World', a one of a kind trip to Tierra del Fuego National Park, on a small steam engine powered train with stunning panoramic views.
Accommodations here combine the exquisite landscapes with comfort and service, some with spas and health clubs, while other more rustic properties feature beautiful remote locations that accentuate the harmony of the unspoiled natural environment, and
keep in mind that Ushuaia has up to 18 hours of daylight during the summer months, but very little during the winter, so plan accordingly. (close) |
| Cruceros Australis - MV Via Australis Cruise through one of the World's most pristine and magnificent regions. ... more Cruise through one of the World's most pristine and magnificent regions. You will sail through the Straits of Magellan and the Beagle Channel and through the land of fire called Tierra del Fuego. You will encounter magnificent views of glaciers, awesome Patagonian scenery, penguins, whales and other nature`s inhabitants of this incredible part of the World. While opportunities for close contact with nature abound, your comfort is not forgotten. From the professional guides who make sure you get to know the area to the crew for whom service is always uppermost, to a complete list of amenities, you will indeed return with memories to be treasured for a life time. |
 | Punta Arenas - Straits of Magellan
Located in the far south of Chile along the western edge of the Straits of Magellan, Punta Arenas is an oasis of resources less than 1000 miles from the coast of Antarctica. ... more Located in the far south of Chile along the western edge of the Straits of Magellan, Punta Arenas is an oasis of resources less than 1000 miles from the coast of Antarctica. Punta Arenas serves as a hub for travelers to Tierra del Fuego, spectacular cruises towards Antarctica, and Puerto Natales, the gateway to Torres del Pine National Park, but this town is a destination unto itself with great nightlife, shopping, day trips to the Otway Sound penguin colony, and a colorful and friendly town populated by King crab fishermen, wind-burnt travelers, members of the Chilean air force, in addition to business men, and merchants of every kind.
The town itself overlooks the last land mass in South America and has been an important strategic location for Chile since it was established as a penal colony in 1848. Since then it has been pivotal for international trade, and served as a crossroads for the gold rush and the sheep farming booms around the turn of the 19th century.
Today it's the amazing natural environment, proximity to many of Chile's spectacular destinations, great outlets for hiking and climbing equipment, a huge duty-free shopping zone, a hot nightlife, and a steady influx of travelers that keeps this historic place buzzing.
Accommodations here are sophisticated facilities, with beautiful views of the area and a full range of services. Punta Arenas and the Straits of Megallan can be link with a full range of other Patagonian, Chilean, and Latin American. (close) |
 | Torres del Paine
Torres del Paine National Park, is the most important natural reserve in Chilean Patagonia. ... more Torres del Paine National Park, is the most important natural reserve in Chilean Patagonia. Its nearly 500,000 acres encompasses some of the world's most breathtaking and recognizable natural images including the iconic granite towers of Las Torres, the unforgettable Los Cuernos (horns). The park which was named a Biosphere Reserve by UNESCO in 1978 offers visitors stunning mountain, lake, and river views, with world class hiking, climbing, and photo opportunities, a dazzling array of vegetation that includes the strikingly vivid Calceolaria uniflora and seven of the world’s most beautiful varieties of orchids, and an equally fascinating collection of protected wildlife that includes the Andean condor, the graceful guanaco (a relative of the llama), and the speedy ñandu (a variety of ostrich). In short Torres del Paine is a Mecca for outdoor enthusiasts of every denomination.
The mountains are cut in half by the Valle Ascencio in the east, and Valle del Frances in the west, creating region of surreal beauty. In addition to Las Torres and Los Cuernos other don’t miss attractions include the Salto Grande waterfall, French Valley, Grey Glacier, the Blue Lagoon, and Sarmiento Lake. The Park is open all year, but the best time to visit here is from October to April, (Spring and Summer). During this time not only are there more sunny days and less rain, but there are up to 18 hours of daylight affording visitors an unparalleled options for exploration of this phenomenal environment.
Our preferred accommodations here include the exquisitely located Hosteria Las Torres, and the first luxury camp in South America; A unique way of combining comfort and convenience with an intimate experience of the magnificent natural environment. Needless to say, 3 nights in Torres Del Paine is heartily recommended, and can be linked with our customizable itineraries to other spectacular destinations in Patagonia, Chile and all of Latin America. (close) |
 | Puerto Varas
Here in Chile's picturesque Lake region, where European culture and German traditions are reflected in the architecture and cuisine, while the perfect cone of the Osorno Volcano and the nearby snowcapped peaks cast vivid images on the picture perfect shores of Llanquihue Lake. ... more Here in Chile's picturesque Lake region, where European culture and German traditions are reflected in the architecture and cuisine, while the perfect cone of the Osorno Volcano and the nearby snowcapped peaks cast vivid images on the picture perfect shores of Llanquihue Lake.
Just 12 miles from Puerto Montt, the point of departure for Lake Crossing excursions offering travelers an extraordinary way to experience the majesty of Chile's emerald lakes, imposing vistas and the exquisite natural environment of northern Patagonia.
This is also a hub for travelers heading in either direction on the Carretera Austral (Austral highway), making it a popular stop for visitors to nearby archipelago of Chiloe, the Tenglo Islands, and the region's incredible national parks including San Rafael Lagoon National Park, and Parque Nacional Alerce Andino. Beautiful textiles and crafts of indigenous tribes, are available here, particularly in the shops and market of Puerto Montt, and the area boasts the greatest variety of seafood in the country.
Accommodations here offer panoramic views and excellent service, modern facilities, and delicious cusine and makes a perfect stop en route to the Lake Crossing and beyond. This singular experience can be linked with other remarkable Chilean and Latin American destinations. Our flexible booking process can help you create an itinerary based on your personal budget, and vacation preferences. (close) |
 | Bariloche
Endowed with a panorama of soaring glacial mountains, clear deep blue lakes, and striking pine forests, Bariloche serves as the central hub for Argentina's breathtaking lake region. ... more Endowed with a panorama of soaring glacial mountains, clear deep blue lakes, and striking pine forests, Bariloche serves as the central hub for Argentina's breathtaking lake region.
Just a two hour flight from Buenos Aires, hiking, climbing, boating, white water rafting, horseback riding, and summer skiing are all available in this extraordinarily beautiful setting.
Day trips to the peaks, glaciers, and nearby Nahuel Huapi National Park and accommodations resemble finest European Alpine lodges, makes Bariloche one of the world's most exquisite locations, and our flexible itineraries make it easy to link Bariloche and Patagonia with Argentina's other stellar destinations like Iguazu Falls, the wine country of Mendoza and Salta, Ushuaia-Tierra Del Fuego, and Bueno Aires, one of the world's most exciting cities. (close) |
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