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COMBINED DESTINATIONS / Santiago, Chile · Puerto Varas · Bariloche · Buenos Aires

The Lakes of Chile and Argentine Patagonia

I discovered two countries and the magic of Andean Patagonia

◷ 9 days / 8 nights⌖ Argentina & ChileAccommodation as per package
01Santiago de Chile2 nights
02Puerto Varas2 nights
03Bariloche2 nights
04Buenos Aires2 nights
THIS IS YOUR TRIP

It all starts with this plan.

Experience an unforgettable journey combining the vibrant city of Santiago, Chile, with the breathtaking landscapes of the Lake District. Cross the Andes Mountains to reach Bariloche, surrounded by mountains, crystal-clear lakes, and Patagonian forests, and end your adventure in the captivating city of Buenos Aires. An ideal itinerary for those seeking nature, culture, and gastronomy all in one trip.

Your route, stage by stage.

1
STAGE 1 · 2 NIGHTS

Santiago de Chile

Arrival, reception, and transfer to the hotel. Check-in. The rest of the day is free to begin exploring the Chilean capital, visiting its main neighborhoods, enjoying its cuisine, or doing some shopping. Overnight stay.

2
STAGE 2 · 2 NIGHTS

Puerto Varas

Breakfast. Check out of the hotel and transfer to the airport for your flight to Puerto Montt. Upon arrival, you will be met and transferred to your hotel in Puerto Varas. Check in. The rest of the afternoon is free to explore the city, enjoy the Llanquihue Lake waterfront, or sample the region's typical cuisine. Overnight stay.

3Bariloche
STAGE 3 · 2 NIGHTS

Bariloche

Breakfast. Departure for the traditional Andean Crossing, one of the most emblematic journeys in South America and an unforgettable experience to cross the Andes Mountains, uniting Chile and Argentina.

4Buenos Aires
STAGE 4 · 2 NIGHTS

Buenos Aires

Breakfast. Check out of the hotel and transfer to the airport for your flight to Buenos Aires. Arrival, reception, and transfer to the hotel. Check in. Rest of the day free to explore the city or do some shopping. Overnight stay.

HOW THE TRIP CONNECTS

Transfers are part of the plan too.

Connections and transfers are detailed in the itinerary and included services. Flights are quoted separately.

Included services

  • Carefully selected 3★ Superior and 4★ hotels in excellent locations. All accommodations include breakfast.
  • 2 nights in Santiago de Chile at Hotel Terrado Lyon or similar within the same category.
  • 2 nights in Puerto Varas at Hotel Bellavista or similar within the same category.
  • 2 nights in San Carlos de Bariloche at Hotel Concept or similar within the same category.
  • 2 nights in Buenos Aires at Hotel Rochester Concept or similar within the same category.
  • All transfers are in regular/shared format
  • Arrival/Departure in Santiago, Chile - Airport / Hotel / Airport.
  • In Puerto Varas - Puerto Montt Airport / Hotel in Puerto Varas
  • Departure from Puerto Varas with the Andean Crossing towards Bariloche.
  • In Bariloche - Puerto Pañuelo / Hotel.
  • Out in Bariloche - Hotel / Airport.
  • Arrival/Departure in Buenos Aires - Airport / Hotel / Airport.
  • All guided activities are offered in Spanish, English, and Portuguese.
  • Santiago City Tour + San Cristóbal Hill Cable Car.
  • Andean Crossing Puerto Varas - Bariloche.
  • Circuito Chico in Bariloche.
  • Buenos Aires City Tour.
  • Tango Show with Transfers Included

Quoted separately

  • Domestic and/or international flights (prices can be customized).
  • Meals not specified in the itinerary.
  • Tours not specified in the itinerary.
  • Tips and personal expenses.
  • Optional tours.
  • Tickets to National Parks.
  • Hotel taxes at the destinations.
  • Port, immigration and/or National Park fees.
YOUR TRIP DAY BY DAY

A plan for every stage.

Day 1 · Santiago de Chile

Arrival, reception, and transfer to the hotel. Check-in. The rest of the day is free to begin exploring the Chilean capital, visiting its main neighborhoods, enjoying its cuisine, or doing some shopping. Overnight stay.

Day 2 · Santiago de Chile

Breakfast. City tour of Santiago, Chile, visiting its main historical and cultural attractions, including La Moneda Palace, Plaza de Armas, Santa Lucía Hill, and the city's traditional neighborhoods. The tour includes a cable car ride to San Cristóbal Hill, offering excellent panoramic views of the city and the Andes Mountains. Rest of the afternoon at leisure. Overnight stay.

Day 3 · Santiago de Chile - Puerto Varas

Breakfast. Check out of the hotel and transfer to the airport for your flight to Puerto Montt. Upon arrival, you will be met and transferred to your hotel in Puerto Varas. Check in. The rest of the afternoon is free to explore the city, enjoy the Llanquihue Lake waterfront, or sample the region's typical cuisine. Overnight stay.

Day 4 · Puerto Varas

Breakfast. Free day to explore the city, enjoy the Llanquihue Lake waterfront, or take optional excursions in the Los Lagos Region. Those who wish can visit the Osorno Volcano, the Petrohué Falls, sail across Lake Todos los Santos to Villa Peulla, or explore the picturesque town of Frutillar. Overnight stay.

Day 5 · Puerto Varas – Bariloche

Breakfast. Departure for the traditional Andean Crossing, one of South America's most iconic treks and an unforgettable experience crossing the Andes Mountains, linking Chile and Argentina. The journey combines land travel with boat trips across glacial lakes, traversing Vicente Pérez Rosales National Park, with views of the Osorno and Puntiagudo Volcanoes. The boat trip across Lake Todos los Santos leads to Villa Peulla, a small village surrounded by the Valdivian rainforest, before continuing the crossing through native forests, mountains, and Patagonian landscapes. Before continuing the journey, a stop is made to visit the Petrohué Falls, one of the main natural attractions of the Lake District, where the Petrohué River forms spectacular waterfalls over ancient volcanic lava flows. The tour concludes with entry into Argentina and arrival in San Carlos de Bariloche, where you will be transferred to your hotel. Check-in. Overnight stay.

Day 6 · Bariloche

Breakfast. Excursion along the Circuito Chico (Small Circuit), exploring some of Bariloche's most iconic landscapes, such as Playa Bonita, Cerro Campanario, Hotel Llao Llao, Capilla San Eduardo, and Punto Panorámico (Panoramic Viewpoint). The rest of the afternoon is free to explore the Civic Center, visit chocolate shops, or take optional excursions. Overnight stay. Optional: Those wishing to continue discovering Patagonia can take excursions such as Isla Victoria and Bosque de Arrayanes (Arrayanes Forest), Cerro Tronador, Cerro Catedral, or boat trips on Lake Nahuel Huapi, if they do not choose the Circuito Chico excursion.

Day 7 · Bariloche - Buenos Aires

Breakfast. Check out of the hotel and transfer to the airport for your flight to Buenos Aires. Arrival, reception, and transfer to the hotel. Check in. Rest of the day free to explore the city or do some shopping. Overnight stay.

Day 8 · Buenos Aires

Breakfast. Half-day city tour to discover the main attractions of Buenos Aires, visiting traditional neighborhoods such as San Telmo, La Boca, Puerto Madero, Recoleta, and Palermo. In the evening, a Tango dinner show is included to bid farewell to the city. Overnight stay.

Day 9 · Buenos Aires

Breakfast. Check out of the hotel. Free time until your scheduled transfer to the airport. End of services.

Before booking

Price is an indicative price per person based on double occupancy. Subject to availability and confirmation. Not valid for holidays and special dates. Please inquire about other categories and additional nights.

Rates, availability and services are confirmed when quoting.

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