# 10-Day Patagonia's North and South Tour from Buenos Aires: Bariloche, El Calafate and Puerto Iguazú

Tour in South America — Buenos Aires → Buenos Aires.
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## Key facts

- Type: multiday
- Region: South America
- Route: Buenos Aires → Buenos Aires
- Duration: 10 days
- Price from: $1,498
- Availability: currently sold out
- Operator: partner tour operator (supplied via Tours4Fun)

## Summary

• This program is available as fixed departure and you can ask about the exclusive benefits: • Buenos Aires: Early check in with breakfast / Tango lesson previous to the dinner show • El Calafate: 1-hour boat ride in front of one of the walls of the Perito Moreno Glacier • 4-hour city tour including admission to Recoleta Cemetery • Puerto Iguazú: Lunch during the Argentine Falls excursion

## Categories

Daily breakfast, Select Meals Included

## Itinerary

### Day 1: Buenos Aires

Reception at the airport and transfer to the hotel. In the afternoon, enjoy a panoramic city tour starting at the historic Plaza de Mayo, witness to the country's most significant events since 1810 and surrounded by iconic buildings. Continue to La Boca, with its colorful streets, once tenement housing and now home to the famous Calle Caminito, where Porteño art and cultural spirit come alive in every corner. Continue to your final stop in the elegant Recoleta, an aristocratic neighborhood that houses the renowned Recoleta Cemetery, resting place of many notable figures in Argentina's history. In the evening, immerse yourself in an unforgettable experience: a tango lesson and a dinner show, where you will enjoy the magnetism and passion of Buenos Aires' most emblematic dance.

### Day 2: Buenos Aires

Buenos Aires and its surroundings invite you to explore them at your own pace. Immerse yourself in history by wandering through iconic neighborhoods and architectural treasures, enjoy its culture, savor its gastronomy in steakhouses, traditional pizzerias, and emblematic cafés, and be carried away by one of its great passions: football. Beyond the city, you can visit vineyards, experience a day in the countryside, or sail along the Río de la Plata, where a maze of waterways invites you to discover another side of Buenos Aires.

### Day 3: Buenos Aires - Bariloche

In the morning, get ready to discover the magic of Northern Patagonia. Transfer to the airport to board your flight to San Carlos de Bariloche, gateway to the lakes and mountains of southern Argentina. Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel. After check-in, set out along the shores of Lake Nahuel Huapi to reach Cerro Campanario, where a chairlift will take you to the summit to admire one of the most breathtaking panoramic views in the region. Continue through the Llao Llao Peninsula, passing by San Eduardo Chapel and Puerto Pañuelo, until reaching the Panoramic Point, which offers stunning views of Lake Moreno and the surrounding mountain range. As the afternoon falls, enjoy an experience that blends unforgettable landscapes with the most authentic local flavors. Visit a renowned craft brewery to explore its facilities, learn about the artisanal brewing process, and taste a variety of beers paired with regional specialties. The perfect way to end a day of exploration, immersing yourself in the true essence of Bariloche.

### Day 4: Bariloche

A day to enjoy at your own pace, continuing to explore the natural wonders of the region and discovering Patagonian nature from different perspectives. Among the optional experiences that can enrich your stay are: a navigation to Puerto Blest and Los Cántaros Waterfall, where the lush Valdivian rainforest and the intense green of Nahuel Huapi National Park blend into a landscape of unparalleled beauty; the excursion to Victoria Island and the Arrayanes Forest, home to centuries-old trees with cinnamon-colored bark that create a truly unique scenery; or the journey to Mount Tronador and the Black Glacier, an awe-inspiring setting of glaciers, waterfalls, and mountains. Another unmissable alternative is the excursion to San Martín de los Andes along the Route of the Seven Lakes, a scenic road that winds between crystal-clear lakes and native forests, offering one of the most iconic postcards of Northern Patagonia. A day to follow your own rhythm, be amazed by the landscapes, and experience Patagonia with all your senses.

### Day 5: Bariloche - El Calafate

At the indicated time, transfer to the airport to board your flight to El Calafate. Upon arrival, reception and transfer to your selected hotel. Time permitting, you may choose to visit the Glaciarium, a modern interpretation center dedicated to glaciers, or experience life on a local estancia, discovering rural traditions, taking part in activities such as sheep shearing, and savoring a typical Patagonian lamb dinner, a true Patagonian delicacy.

### Day 6: El Calafate

Today, prepare to be amazed; the Perito Moreno Glacier awaits. Located in Los Glaciares National Park and declared a UNESCO World Natural Heritage site, this glacier is one of the most impressive and accessible in the world, offering a unique spectacle with its immense ice wall and hues ranging from white to deep blue. Walk along the boardwalks and viewpoints, which allow you to admire the glacier from different angles and, if nature permits, hear the ice cracking as it calves. The experience will be completed with a navigation along the front of one of its walls, an opportunity to witness its full magnitude and beauty from the water. At the end of the tour, return to your hotel with time to rest or explore the town.

### Day 7: El Calafate

Spend your day discovering El Calafate and its surroundings: be amazed by a cruise on Lake Argentino, admiring the impressive glaciers from the water and capturing their unique shades of blue; or embark on a trek that will take you to the Altar of the Glaciers, a viewpoint offering spectacular panoramic views of these ancient ice formations. For the more adventurous, you can take an excursion to El Chaltén, enjoying hikes and mountain landscapes, or even cross the Andes into Chile to explore Torres del Paine National Park, with its iconic towers, lakes, and valleys that make up one of Patagonia's most breathtaking natural settings. At the end of the day, return to El Calafate to rest and enjoy the local cuisine.

### Day 8: El Calafate - Puerto Iguazú

Enjoy free time until your flight to Puerto Iguazú. Upon arrival in Misiones Province, transfer to the selected hotel. Depending on your arrival time, you may unwind and enjoy the subtropical atmosphere of the region or, if you wish, take part in the Argentina Experience Iguazú: a gastronomic and cultural proposal that combines flavors, tradition, and entertainment. It's an ideal experience to share, discover curiosities about Argentine culture, and enjoy a pleasant evening before beginning to explore the jungle and the waterfalls.

### Day 9: Puerto Iguazú

In the morning, get ready to explore the Iguazú Falls, a UNESCO World Natural Heritage site and one of the New Seven Natural Wonders of the World. During the tour, explore the park's three main circuits: • Devil's Throat, the most emblematic waterfall, where the sheer drop of water creates a powerful spectacle of sound and force. • Upper Circuit, offering views of the falls from above and a chance to grasp the full magnitude of the cascades. • Lower Circuit, allowing you to get close to the base of some waterfalls and feel the energy of the falls. During the excursion, we will enjoy lunch at one of the park's restaurants. For those seeking adrenaline and adventure, don't miss the Great Adventure, a tour that combines jungle trails with a boat ride near the falls, providing unique perspectives and the chance to experience nature in its purest form.

### Day 10: Puerto Iguazú - Buenos Aires

In the morning, before returning, Foz do Iguaçu National Park awaits. As you begin the walk along the path leading to the trailhead, the air is already filled with the scent of the jungle. Stroll along the boardwalks and panoramic viewpoints offering unique views of almost 80% of the waterfalls, including the famous Devil's Throat, whose flow amazes at every moment. This visit allows you to admire the power and magnitude of the falls from a completely different perspective. Before returning to your hotel, weather permitting, you may optionally complement the experience with a helicopter flight for a breathtaking aerial view of this spectacular environment. At the end of the tour, board your flight back to Buenos Aires and, depending on your flight schedule, connect to the international airport if required.

## Guide languages

English Live, Spanish Live

## Links

- Yatra For Fun page: https://yatraforfun.com/tour/105222156-the-essential-of-patagonias-north-and-south-tour-from-buenos-aires-10-day
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