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13 days, two countries, and a dream called Patagonia: trekking through the Andes, majestic glaciers, crossings in the Strait of Magellan, and the thrill of reaching Ushuaia, the end of the world. To top it off, Buenos Aires and its hot soul.

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Patagonia is the dream destination for those who love adventure among unspoiled natural landscapes and soaring peaks. On this 13-day tour we travel from Argentina to Chile, crossing the Andes in their southernmost part. We will climb mountains, explore glaciers, walk among penguins and even reach the ends of the earth, lost in a bubble where time slows down and we can take a deep breath.

The tour begins in Buenos Aires before we fly south for some of the most iconic hikes in Argentina, near Fitz Roy and Cerro Torre, and on to the majestic Perito Moreno Glacier. Then we cross the Andes into Chile to trek in Torres del Paine National Park and travel on to Ushuaia, the southernmost city on the planet. We wrap up back in Buenos Aires, one of the great cities in the world.

A low-angle view of brightly colored buildings with ornate balconies against a vibrant blue sky with crossing power lines.

Check-in: our adventure starts in Buenos Aires

Roundtrip flights or transportation to reach the destination are not included in the package, so you can decide from where and when you want to leave! This gives you complete freedom of choice to adjust your travel itinerary to your needs.

Check-in to your hotel in Buenos Aires, then it's time for the welcome dinner: the perfect chance to get to know each other.

  • They say Argentinian meat is cooked to such perfection that you can cut it with a spoon. Let's put it to the test!

  • Not feeling the jet lag? The night continues in one of the city's many buzzing bars… vamos a bailar!

A range of jagged, rocky mountains covered in snow and glaciers under a bright blue sky with sparse clouds.

Flying south to El Chalten

Rise and shine: today our adventure in Patagonia begins!

  • We catch a domestic flight to Calafate, then drive three hours to a small village at the north end of the Los Glaciares National Park: our home for the next two days.

  • El Chalten is the national capital of trekking in Argentina, so get ready for stunning hikes in the most amazing landscapes.

Trekking paradise

This area has the tallest peaks in the region, plus lakes, glaciers and forests. It really doesn't get better than this!

  • Some of the best treks are on Mount Fitz Roy (11171 ft) and Cerro Torre (10262 ft).

  • Our choice: a full day hike up to Laguna de los Tres, at the foot of the Mount Fitz Roy massif. Cameras ready: friends and family will want to see this!

A WeRoad group trip in red helmets and life jackets rafting on a river in front of jagged, snow-covered mountains.

Icy rivers and petrified forests

Before saying goodbye to El Chaltén after lunch, the morning is packed with options. What will it be?

  • The southernmost white water rafting in the world, an extra hike if yesterday's steps weren't enough, or a petrified forest full of million-year-old dinosaur fossils.

  • Arriving in Calafate, we check in to our hotel and explore this town on the shore of the largest lake in Patagonia.

  • Maybe we'll spot the varied birdlife at Laguna Nímez, but a stop at one of the many local craft breweries is a given. Cheers!

A massive blue glacier rises from the dark water, with snow-covered mountains in the background.
A large blue glacier with a jagged surface terminates in a body of water with floating ice, backed by snow-covered mountains.

The national capital of glaciers

El Calafate is widely known as the national capital of glaciers. The most famous? Perito Moreno, and we have a full day to explore it!

The land of glaciers

First stop: one of the viewpoints above the glacier.

  • While most glaciers worldwide are retreating, this is one of the few that stays in equilibrium through cycles of accumulation and ablation.

  • We wait for a large block of blue and white ice to collapse into the glacial lake below: ice creaking, a roar and a thunderous splash.

Boat, kayak or ice trek

Afterwards we can choose from a number of on site excursions. Which one suits us?

  • A boat trip that takes you even closer to the glacier, or a kayak tour for the more adventurous among us.

  • Those who feel up to it can don crampons and follow an expert adventure guide into the glacier, exploring deep crevasses, caves and underground lagoons (This activity is subject to availability and as such is not included in the trip fee or the Money Pot).

A turquoise glacial lake sits at the base of three jagged, towering granite peaks covered in snow under a blue sky with clouds.

Into the Magallanes region

Today we say bye for now to Argentina as we cross the border to Chile to explore the mighty Magallanes region.

  • The isolation is real: from Santiago (apart from flying) you only get here by ferry through the impressive Chilean fjords or, like us, by road from Argentina.

Crossing the border to Puerto Natales

It takes some time to reach Puerto Natales, so sit back and enjoy the incredible scenery.

  • Keep an eye out for guanacos, Patagonian ostriches and, if we're super lucky, pumas!

  • On the shores of the Last Hope Fjord, Puerto Natales is the gateway to Torres del Paine National Park.

  • Upon arrival we walk around the small village and maybe explore the famous Milodon Cave, where the skeleton of this prehistoric animal was found.

Three jagged granite peaks and a glacier towering over a turquoise glacial lake under a bright blue sky with sparse clouds.
A guanaco walks across a golden, grassy plain under an overcast sky.

Up to the Base of the Towers

Torres del Paine National Park is a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve and worth the flight across the Atlantic on its own.

  • One of the most iconic images of Patagonia: the view from the base of the towers lookout, with three granite peaks rising behind the crystal clear waters of the lake.

  • That's where we're headed today: lace up your hiking shoes and get ready for quite a trek! Up there, fight the urge to take pictures and just enjoy the moment.

Celebrating in Puerto Natales

After an amazing day deep in nature we head back to Puerto Natales to relax for a while.

  • Then we celebrate our hiking adventure in town with a hearty dinner and a visit to the southernmost gin distillery in the world. Salud!

A WeRoad group trip walks on the rocky shore of a turquoise lake at the base of jagged, snow-covered mountains under a clear blue sky.

The southernmost city in the world

Today a long journey takes us to Ushuaia, the end of the earth.

  • We head south across the Patagonian steppe towards the historical oceanic passage of the Strait of Magallanes.

  • On the ferry crossing the strait, picture the scene more than 100 years ago: until 1914, when the Panama Canal opened, this was the only way between the Atlantic and the Pacific Oceans across the Americas.

  • On the other shore we reach the legendary island of Tierra del Fuego (the land of fire), jump to the Argentinian side and cross the last ridges of the Andean mountain range.

  • Then another body of water appears: the Beagle Channel. Just like that, we've reached our home for the next 3 days. What a day of adventure!

Two king penguins stand on a grassy hill, with a large, snow-dusted mountain visible behind them under a cloudy sky.

Exploring the end of the world

The next two days are all about Ushuaia and the nature surrounding the city.

  • Sailing down the Beagle Channel, between the snowy peaks of Isla Grande de Tierra del Fuego and the coast of Chilean Navarino Island. The channel is named after the ship that, on its second expedition, took Charles Darwin around the world.

  • Sea lions, cormorants and otters play by our boat. On Martillo Island we get off and walk among up to three different species of penguins that nest here every year. With luck, we might spot whales on the way back!

  • But this is a trekking tour, right? We explore Tierra del Fuego National Park and climb Cerro Guanaco for a 360° view of the mountains around us.

  • Grab postcards in town first: by the national park's gate we send them home from the southernmost post office in the world. Before leaving, we try the local delicacy, king crab, in all its variations.

Jagged, snow-capped mountains are illuminated by sunrise, with their reflection visible in the still lake below.

Bye Patagonia

Time to leave the unspoiled nature at the end of the world and catch a domestic flight back to Buenos Aires.

  • We relax with a stroll around Palermo: cute little vintage shops, the hunt for the best empanada in the city, or a coffee while the world goes by.

  • Need a culture fix? World famous Recoleta Cemetery is the resting place of former Argentine first lady Evita Peron.

A colorful building facade of corrugated metal in red, blue, and yellow, with a 'BAR' sign and small flags strung across.

From Plaza de Mayo to La Boca

Today is all about exploring wonderful Buenos Aires and tasting delicious local food!

  • We start from Plaza de Mayo, right in the heart of the city, and walk along Avenida 9 de Julio, the widest avenue in the world.

  • Must-stops: Cafe Tortoni, the oldest coffee shop in the country, and El Ateneo, a former theatre now considered one of the most beautiful bookshops on the planet.

  • On to La Boca, past La Bombonera, a football stadium named after a chocolate box, and the colourful houses of Caminito, the neighbourhood's most famous alley, where tango dancers often show off their talent.

  • We celebrate the end of a wonderful adventure with a farewell dinner and a few glasses of Argentinian Malbec.

A WeRoad group trip in hiking gear poses in a rocky mountain valley with a faint rainbow in the background.

Check-out and goodbyes

Check-out and farewell: time to say goodbye until your next WeRoad adventure!

What's included

  • 12 nights hotel/guesthouse in shared room with private bathroom

  • All breakfasts

  • Domestic flight from Buenos Aires to Calafate on day 2

  • Private transfer from Calafate to El Chaltén on day 2 returning day 4

  • Full day hike in El Chaltén with local mountain guide on day 3

  • Medical and baggage insurance - (coverage limits by destination country/region - €10,000 Italy, €20,000 Europe, €30,000 World, €50,000 USA/Canada)

What's not included

Roundtrip flight to/from destination
  • Food and beverages where not specified

  • Bus terminal tax - approx. USD3

  • Any souvenirs you're looking to squish into your backpack

  • Anything not mentioned in the "What's included" section

Optional activities

Please see below extra optional activities that you can add to your trip. Your Group Leader will be happy to assist with organizing these activities for the group. Availability may vary depending on location and group preferences.

Please note these activities are provided by third party suppliers and liability rests exclusively with these third party suppliers.

  • Glacier trekking - approx. USD 349

  • Big Ice - approx. USD703

  • Boat ride Perito Moreno - approx. USD65

  • Laguna Esmeralda Trekking - approx. USD109

  • Martillo Island Tour - approx. USD150

  • Boat safari - approx. USD59

Additional info

Learn more about accommodation, transport, and other useful travel information.
  • Accommodation

    Hotels or typical hostels, lodges and apartments.
    The no-sharing room option is not available for all tours.
    The first hotel will be shared with you at least 2 days before your departure by your Group Leader!

  • Transport

    Private vans, local buses, ferry and two domestic flights.

  • Staff

    Our trips are led by a Group Leader who has been specifically trained by us to lead group travels to ensure you have the best time. A WhatsApp group with all travel participants will be created two weeks prior to departure by your Group Leader.

  • Luggage

    Backpacks are mandatory to allow easy transfers - we recommend a 45L backpack for our trips.

  • Passport

    Please note: you need to upload a copy of your passport into your MyWeRoad account at least 45 days before departure. If you book to depart within the next 45 days or less, you need to upload a copy of your passport immediately after you have made your booking.

    This information is essential to securing the booking of your trip and all the services included.

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Why WeRoad

  • Small groups, on average 11 people

  • Move or change your trip for free up to 31 days before departure

  • Book with $ 0. Pay the $ 100 deposit only once the trip is confirmed

The Group Leaders

Our Group Leaders are chosen because they’re people just like you: passionate travelers who share the experience authentically, while having the skills to take care of the organisation, and help you get the most out of every moment of the trip.

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ArrivalBuenos Aires (BUE)
ReturnBuenos Aires (BUE)
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