11-Day The Essential of Patagonia Tour from Buenos Aires: Puerto Madryn, Ushuaia and El Calafate

What you'll experience

Highlights

11 days

Day-by-day itinerary

1. 1

   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.

   

   Plaza de Mayo

   

   La Boca

   

   Recoleta Cemetery

   Meals: B: Excluded, L: Excluded, D: IncludedStay: Tourist Category: HUINID OBELISCO (3* SUP), First Category: NH LANCASTER(4*)
2. 2

   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.

   Meals: B: Included, L: Excluded, D: ExcludedStay: Tourist Category: HUINID OBELISCO (3* SUP), First Category: NH LANCASTER(4*)
3. 3

   Day 3 — Buenos Aires - Puerto Madryn

   At the scheduled time, transfer to the airport to board the flight to Trelew.
   
   Upon arrival, continue by road to Puerto Madryn, a charming seaside town and the ideal starting point to explore the so-called Blue Patagonia.
   
   Depending on your arrival time, and during the months from June to late September, enjoy a unique first experience: a visit to El Doradillo Beach, a natural setting that offers one of the region’s most thrilling spectacles: watching the southern right whales from the shore, as they approach with their calves just a few meters from the coastline.

   Meals: B: Included, L: Excluded, D: ExcludedStay: Tourist Category: BAHIA NUEVA (3*), First Category: PENINSULA HOTEL (4*)
4. 4

   Day 4 — Puerto Madryn

   Enjoy Península Valdés, declared a UNESCO World Natural Heritage site for its geography, flora, and fauna, features that make it a true paradise of nature.
   
   This tour stands out for the variety and quality of experiences it offers, as in a single day you will visit Puerto Pirámides, from where you can optionally go whale watching for southern right whales between September and early December; Estancia San Lorenzo, where you can take an easy trekking route through the penguin colony, home to over 60,000 Magellanic penguins during the breeding season; and, after enjoying lunch (included), Punta Norte, renowned for its high likelihood of spotting orcas and sea lions, before returning to Puerto Madryn.

   

   Valdes Penisula

   Meals: B: Included, L: Included, D: ExcludedStay: Tourist Category: BAHIA NUEVA (3*), First Category: PENINSULA HOTEL (4*)
5. 5

   Day 5 — Puerto Madryn - Ushuaia

   Morning at leisure to enjoy the city before the transfer to Trelew airport to board the flight to Ushuaia. Upon arrival, reception at the airport and transfer to the selected hotel.
   
   In your free time, begin to discover the charm of this unique city, where the urban atmosphere blends with the stunning Fuegian landscape, and every street and corner of the port invites you to experience Southern Patagonia in a truly distinctive way.

   Meals: B: Included, L: Excluded, D: ExcludedStay: Tourist Category: ALTOS DE USHUAIA (3*), First Category: LOS ACEBOS (4*)
6. 6

   Day 6 — Ushuaia

   Our day is dedicated to exploring Ushuaia from different perspectives. In the morning, discover Tierra del Fuego National Park, one of the most emblematic areas of the far south. There, you will board the End of the World Train, a historic railway that retraces the old paths used by the prisoners of Ushuaia’s former penal colony.
   
   Continue the visit to Ensenada Bay (seasonal), Lapataia Bay, the culminating point of National Route 3, and Lake Acigami, whose waters change color according to weather conditions. At the end of the tour, return to the city and enjoy some free time for lunch (not included).
   
   In the afternoon, enjoy a cruise along the Beagle Channel, admiring Sea Lion Island, the Les Éclaireurs Lighthouse, and Ushuaia Bay from the water, in a journey that combines nature, wildlife, and stunning landscapes.

   

   Tierra del Fuego National Park

   

   Beagle Channel

   Meals: B: Included, L: Excluded, D: ExcludedStay: Tourist Category: ALTOS DE USHUAIA (3*), First Category: LOS ACEBOS (4*)
7. 7

   Day 7 — Ushuaia - El Calafate

   Before departing, take the chance to enjoy a final stroll through Ushuaia: a coffee at the port or a walk along the waterfront will let you say farewell to the southernmost city in the world.
   
   Upon arrival in El Calafate, reception and transfer to the 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.

   Meals: B: Included, L: Excluded, D: ExcludedStay: Tourist Category: CERRO CALAFATE HOTEL (3*), First Category: IMAGO HOTEL & SPA HOTEL(4*)
8. 8

   Day 8 — 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.

   

   Perito Moreno Glacier

   Meals: B: Included, L: Excluded, D: ExcludedStay: Tourist Category: CERRO CALAFATE HOTEL (3*), First Category: IMAGO HOTEL & SPA HOTEL(4*)
9. 9

   Day 9 — 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.

   

   Lake Argentino

   

   Torres del Paine National Park

   Meals: B: Included, L: Excluded, D: ExcludedStay: Tourist Category: CERRO CALAFATE HOTEL (3*), First Category: IMAGO HOTEL & SPA HOTEL(4*)
10. 10

    Day 10 — El Calafate - Buenos Aires

    Morning at leisure until your flight. Depending on your schedule, if time permits, take the opportunity to continue exploring El Calafate and its surroundings. You can enjoy a kayaking adventure while observing the local wildlife in a unique natural setting, or, if you prefer to immerse yourself in local culture,explore the traditions of the indigenous communities and their deep connection with the land, combining history, stories, and flavors in a meal served inside a cave with unparalleled views of Lake Argentino.
    
    At the appointed time, transfer to the airport to board your flight to Buenos Aires. Upon arrival, transfer to the hotel.

    

    Lake Argentino

    Meals: B: Included, L: Excluded, D: ExcludedStay: Tourist Category: HUINID OBELISCO (3* SUP), First Category: NH LANCASTER(4*)
11. 11

    Day 11 — Buenos Aires

    Depending on your flight schedule, we invite you to experience the city at your own pace: explore must-see museums, enjoy a mate tasting experience where, in addition to sampling this traditional infusion, you will learn about the customs surrounding it and discover myths and curiosities of a tradition that is part of everyday Argentine life. You may also visit one of the city’s viewpoints and be amazed by a panoramic view revealing the vastness of Buenos Aires and its blend of modernity and history.
    
    At the appointed time, transfer to the airport for your return flight.

    Meals: B: Included, L: Excluded, D: Excluded

What's included

Cancellation policy

Important info

Special notes

• Flights are not included. Please check at the time of booking the needed flights, as they are subject to frequent rescheduling. Please book your international and domestic air tickets by yourself in advance.
• To avoid extra transportation costs, you must reserve the needed flights in the program.
• Lodging tax exemption in Argentina. It is mandatory to receive copy of the passport in order to keep the exemption.
• We also offer other languages with surcharge: French, Italian and German. You can check with us for the price.
• The sequence of the shared tours might be modified for operational reasons. Passengers will be informed upon arrival at each destination.
• Timing shall be reconfirmed to passengers upon arrival at each destination.
• Services length will be according to itinerary, any guest delay or extension will be charged to the guest or travel agent.
• Luggage allowance for transfers: one medium size suitcase per person plus one piece of hand luggage.
• Passport and Visa Requirements: please check requirements with the Embassies of the countries included in the itinerary, as certain countries may require a visa, invitation letter, reciprocity fee or have a longer requested passport validity. It is the passenger's responsibility to have all the proper and valid documentation to enter the countries involved in the trip.
• Vaccination and Testing: Certain countries require travelers to be vaccinated and/or tested for specific diseases prior to arrival. Check with the embassies, consulates or migrations websites of visited countries.
• Medical Advice: Please note that certain activities and destinations might be not recommended for passengers with certain medical conditions due to altitude or required fitness requirements. Please check with your physician before travelling.
• TRAVEL INSURANCE: We highly recommend obtaining a travel insurance. The insurance should provide coverage for costs associated with trip cancellation or interruption, flight delays or cancellations, baggage or personal effect loss or robbery, medical expenses and any other incidentals.
• Early Arrivals: for arrivals prior to check-in time, access to the room may not be gained immediately. In order to guarantee rooms for early check-in previous overnight shall be reserved and prepaid. Similar conditions apply for late check-out.
• Check-in time is usually at 15:00/16:00 hours, check-out time is usually 12:00 hours.
• Early Breakfast: if due to flight schedule, breakfast were necessary prior to/or beyond regular service time it may require previous confirmation and be subject to extra chargers. It might also be served in a different manner.
• Please note that most hotels require passenger’s credit card as a guarantee upon check-in for possible extra charges during the stay.
• In case modifications of the whole itinerary or part of it were necessary due to force majeure reasons (strikes, flight cancellations, airport closures, weather conditions, natural catastrophes, etc.), whether they occurred prior to passengers’ arrival or during the trip, Eurotur shall not be deemed responsible for any additional costs incurred. Cancellation of any unused service shall be subject to penalties, and purchase of any new service required will be at passenger's own expense. Under all circumstances, Eurotur will be at passenger's disposal in order to assist with new necessary arrangements. Passengers are always advised to keep all relevant receipts for its later presentation at the airline or travel insurance if it corresponded.

Pricing notes (children, single supplement)

* Price for Single Occupancy applies when one person stays in one standard hotel room.
* Price for Double/Triple Occupancy applies when two/three people stay in one standard hotel room respectively.
* Triple price does not guarantee a third bed in the room. Please check the availability at the time of check-in.
* Child enjoys the same price as adult.
* Maximum room capacity: 3 people including adult and child/infant.
* The prices quotes are not valid for special dates: Christmas/New Year Eve, Carnival, Easter, Argentine Holidays.

Travel tips

1. Due to possible rescheduling, we recommend verifying flights at the time of booking. Please, check out the suggested and mandatory flights below: 

2. Puerto Madryn is a wildlife destination; please keep in mind that whales arrive from June to early December, and penguins from mid-September to late March.
3. The weather in Patagonia is changeable, so we recommend dressing in layers, wearing comfortable clothing, waterproof footwear, and warm accessories such as gloves and a hat. Sunscreen and sunglasses will be essential throughout your trip.
4. Optional excursions are available to complement your experience.

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