Patagonia | Torres del Paine National Park & Los Glaciares National Park

The highlights of Patagonia: remote hiking trails and glaciers

6-day short trip from Punta Arenas to El Calafate

Experience the incredible natural forces of glaciers in Chile and Argentina's most beautiful national parks: Torres del Paine and Los Glaciares.

Due to climate change, growing glaciers now only exist here, as well as in the Arctic and Antarctic.

You will discover the highlights of Patagonia by bus, boat, and on foot. The sight of the famous Perito Moreno Glacier—a highlight of this trip—and the experience of watching icebergs as tall as houses crash loudly into Lago Argentino will remain in your memory for a long time to come.

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Highlights

1 trip – 2 countries:Argentina and Chile
BalmacedaandSerranoGlaciers: The icebergs of the Balmaceda Glacier flow directly into the fjord.
Typical Patagonian lunch atEstancia Perales
Torres del Paine National Park –at almost 3000m, the Torres are the symbol of the national park.
Perito Moreno Glacier: One of the largest glaciers in the largest glacier region of the South American Andes

travel itinerary

The highlights of the most beautiful national parks in Patagonia

Day 1: Punta Arenas – Puerto Natales

You will be met at the airport by a local tour guide, who will inform you about the program for the next few days. You will then travel to Puerto Natales by public bus (without a tour guide). A transfer will take you to your hotel (without a tour guide).

Day 2: Balmaceda & Serrano Glacier

During a boat trip to the Balmaceda and Serrano glaciers, you will see southern beech forests, cormorants, and, with a little luck, seals. The ship slowly approaches the impressive Balmaceda Glacier, which pushes downhill from the summit of Cerro Balmaceda (2,250 m). A little further on, the boat docks and you take a short hike through a southern beech forest to a lagoon with a beautiful view of the Serrano Glacier. The tour continues to Estancia Perales, where a typical Patagonian lunch awaits you before returning to Puerto Natales. B/L

Day 3: Torres del Paine National Park

Today, you will head to Torres del Paine National Park early in the morning. Your guide will take you on an extensive tour of the entire park, offering magnificent views of the Torres peaks and the Torres massif, Lago Grey, and the Grey Glacier, combined with shorter hikes. Afterwards, you will return to Puerto Natales. B/LB

Day 4: Puerto Natales – El Calafate

A transfer will take you to the bus terminal, where you will board a bus to El Calafate in Argentina. Upon arrival, a transfer will take you to your hotel (full day without RL). F

Day 5: Perito Moreno Glacier

Today you will travel to the famous Perito Moreno Glacier. You can marvel at this gigantic natural wonder from various viewing platforms. Experience how icebergs as tall as houses crash loudly into Lake Argentino. F

Day 6: El Calafate

After breakfast, a transfer (without RL) will take you to the airport. F

Optional extension

Day 6: El Calafate – Punta Arenas

A transfer will take you to the bus station. You will take the regular bus to Puerto Natales, change there, and continue by bus to Punta Arenas. Upon arrival, a transfer will take you to your accommodation (full day without guide). F

Day 7: Punta Arenas

A shuttle will take you to the airport (without RL). F

(TL=tour leader, B=breakfast; L=lunch box, L=lunch)

Prices and services

Travel dates:
We offer this trip during the Patagonian summer between November and April. Arrival is possible on any day.

Duration: 6–7days / 5–6 nights

Prices:

Double occupancy: from approx. €1,440.00 per person

Surcharge for single room: €352.00

(optional extension in a double room per person: $160.00 | single room per person: $220.00)

Prices and dates are subject to confirmation by local partner agencies due to the current coronavirus situation. Price surcharges may apply for New Year's Eve, Easter, and local holidays.

Included services:

Overnight stays in double rooms in mid-range hotels
Meals as per the program
Excursions, transfers, sightseeing tours, and entrance fees as described
English-speaking local tour guide (international group of participants)
Environmental contribution green climate

Not included in the price:

long-haul flight
Tips, drinks, and personal expenses

Other

Everything from a single source: also bookable with flights from Germany/Austria/Switzerland.
This trip is not suitable for people with limited mobility. We would be happy to put together a trip tailored to your specific needs.
This trip is also available as a rental car tour starting and ending in Punta Arenas.
Can be combined with the modules El Calafate, El Chaltén, Ushuaia, Península Valdés, and Bariloche.

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