Best of Patagonia Tours 13 Days

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Enjoy a luxury adventure tour to the very best of Patagonia traveling through Argentina and Chile. Start your journey in El Calafate and end in Ushuaia, and visit stunning glaciers, majestic mountains, and pristine national parks. An ideal vacation for those interested in experiencing the cultural heritage and adventurous natural beauty of Patagonia.
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Overview

Trip type
Self-Guided / Independent Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Highlights

    • Live a true Patagonia adventure and enjoy thebest Patagonia toursin Ushuaia, El Chaltén, Torres del Paine, and El Calafate.
    • Embark on a boat trip to Perito Moreno Glacier, and hike in Chalten’s mountain ranges next to Mount Fitz Roy.
    • Visit Torres del Paine National Park, and take a road trip through the Patagonian steppe to get to Ushuaia, the southernmost city in the world.
    • Best time to travel: From October to April.

What's this trip about?

    Enjoy a luxury adventure tour to the very best of Patagonia traveling through Argentina and Chile. Start your journey in El Calafate and end in Ushuaia, and visit stunning glaciers, majestic mountains, and pristine national parks. An ideal vacation for those interested in experiencing the cultural heritage and adventurous natural beauty of Patagonia.

Details

Itinerary focusActive and Outdoor Sports
Group sizeSmall Group - 24 max
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transportN/A
Start CityEl Calafate
End CityUshuaia

Travel Themes

  • Hiking & Walking
  • Nature & Wildlife
  • Rafting, Kayaking, Canoeing

Destinations

  • South America
  • Argentina
  • Chile

Attractions

  • El Calafate
  • Patagonia
  • Punta Arenas
  • Torres del Paine National Park
  • Ushuaia

Activities

  • Bird watching
  • Hiking
  • Kayaking
  • Nature

Trip includes

    • 3-night accommodation in El Calafate
    • 3-night accommodation in El Chaltén
    • 2-night accommodation in Puerto Natales
    • 1-night accommodation in Punta Arenas
    • 3-night accommodation in Ushuaia
    • Daily breakfast
    • Meals according to the itinerary: lunch on day 11
    • Round-trip bus El Calafate / El Chalten / El Calafate
    • One-way bus El calafate/Puerto Natales
    • One-way bus Puerto Natales / Punta Arenas
    • One-way bus Punta Arenas / Ushuaia
    • Transfers and tours mentioned in the itinerary
    • Bilingual guide (English / Spanish).
    • Torres del Paine National Park entrance fee.

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Itinerary

Travel Map
Day 1: Start Your Journey To the Best of Patagonia - El Chaltén

Transfer from El Calafate airport to El Chaltén – Day at leisure

Upon arrival to El Calafate, we’ll pick you up to start your 4-hour trip to El Chaltén the first stop of your Patagonia adventure. You’ll travel along the famous Route 40, surrounded by the Patago...

Day 2: Self-Guided Hikes - Part I - El Chaltén

Hike to Laguna Torre (self-guided paths)

Today, we have a recommendation for true hiking lovers: trek all the way to Cerro Torre and Laguna Torre, one of the most famous hiking trails in Patagonia. Step into the wild for about 8 hours and 12 miles. This is a mo...

Day 3: Self-Guided Hikes - Part II - El Chaltén

Recommended hike, Laguna de los Tres and base of Mt. Fitz Roy

If you liked the Laguna Torre hiking trail, you’ll love our next hiking favorite: Laguna de los Tres and the base of Mount Fitz Roy. Go for a medium-difficulty, 9-hour hike to the most impressive vie...

Day 4:  Continue Your Adventure Tour in Patagonia! - El Calafate

Transfer from El Chaltén to El Calafate – Day at leisure

Continue your trip to discover the best of Patagonian by boarding board your bus back to El Calafate. The 3-hour drive back will be a good opportunity to relax while enjoying the passing landscapes out yo...

Day 5: Patagonia, Land of Glaciers - El Calafate

Meet the icy giant of Patagonia

Start the day with a pick-up at your hotel, travel to Puerto Bandera, and embark on an 8-hour nautical safari to discover secluded glaciers and waterfalls of Glacier National Park that can be only reached by boat!

Sail May...

Day 6:  Day at Leisure - El Calafate

Optional tour to a Patagonian ranch

El Calafate has much more to offer than just its magnificent glaciers… we recommend that you complete this adventure in Patagonia by taking a day tour to immerse yourself in the rural culture of gauchos.

Inside Glacier...

Day 7:  Best of Patagonia: Travel to Chile - Puerto Natales

Travel by bus to Puerto Natales

In the early morning, you will make your way to the bus station. You will travel to Chile and reach the city of Puerto Natales. This is a 6-hour trip, relax and enjoy the view!

Upon arrival at the Puerto Natales bus station, you will make your way to your hotel in Puerto Natales.

Enjoy the rest of the day wandering the town at your own pace.

Day 8:  Hike to Base las Torres - Torres del Paine National Park

Full-day hike to Base las Torres

Today we’ll pick you up really early in the morning from your hotel to drive you to the sector Las Torres and take you to Cerro Paine Ranch, the jumping-off point for our hike, where you’ll have an informative talk about this hi...

Day 9:  Continue Your Trip to the Best of Chilean Patagonia! - Punta Arenas

Bus from Puerto Natales to Punta Arenas – Day at leisure

Today, travel deeper into the best of Chilean Patagonia! First, make your way to the bus station of Puerto Natales for your departure to Punta Arenas. We advise arriving there 30 minutes before the depart...

Day 10:  From Chile Back to Argentina - Ushuaia

Bus from Punta Arenas to Ushuaia – Day at leisure

In the early morning, you will get to the bus station to embark on a full-day bus trip to Ushuaia, the last destination of your best of Patagonia journey through Argentina and Chile. Take into account that you’l...

Day 11: Hiking & Paddling in the National Park - Ushuaia

Discover Tierra del Fuego National Park wildlands

Today we’ll pick you up from your hotel to start a 10-hour, moderate difficulty, adventure in Tierra del Fuego National Park, just 7.4 miles away from the city and bordering the shore of the famous Beagle Channe...

Day 12:  Sail the Beagle Channel - Ushuaia

Beagle Channel boat tour, visit Ushuaia’s famous islands

In 1833 Charles Darwin sailed the Beagle Channel and found something great. Today it’s your turn: become another explorer of this channel, primitively named Onashaga Channel since the Onas were its first ...

Day 13:  The End of Your Trip to the Best of Patagonia - Ushuaia

Transfer from your hotel to Ushuaia airport

Today we’ll take you to the airport, where this trip will come to an end. But don’t be sad! You can return whenever you want (we’ll welcome you with open arms), or… continue your trip towards the North of Argentina, to beautiful Salta or the wine region in Mendoza. Argentina still has plenty to offer! 

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Dates & Availability

Price From $3,065
Price per day$236
Last Updated: 2/23/2024

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Say Hueque Reviews & Ratings

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Jessica

Dec 2022

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I strongly suggest it to everyone who like nature

My daughter and I enjoyed the 13-day Best of Patagonia tour, which included activities such as kayaking down the La Leona River and walking with penguins on Martillo...

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Elizabeth

Dec 2022

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Our vacation was fantastic.

Our vacation was fantastic. Everything was well prepared. Excellent communication with the organizer; my emails were nearly immediately responded to. The accommodati...

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Karen

Dec 2022

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The trip was fantastic!

Overall, the trip was fantastic! I'm not particularly sporty, so trekking isn't in my future, but I had beautiful walks and had a great time. The Perito Moreno Glaci...

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Joseph

Dec 2022

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This tour was fantastic

This tour was fantastic, with regular lodging throughout the trip. I stayed in hostel private rooms, which were all enough for me and conveniently located near the t...

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Oct 2022

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Susanne & Miles Rowe

Jan 2024

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thank you and your team for a fantastic holiday in Argentina!

Just wanted to take this opportunity to thank you and your team for a fantastic holiday in Argentina! We loved the country and the people. The highlights for us was ...

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Jackie

Jan 2024

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Nearly all of the guides were wonderful.

Nearly all of the guides were wonderful. I don’t remember the name of the guide who took us to El Chaltén but we appreciated that he took us seriously as trekkers an...

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longtimetraveler

Mar 2024

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In 1999, based on the passion for exploring our region, Say Hueque Journeys was born! We are a travel company based in Argentina that creates experience-driven trips in Argentina & Chile focused on connecting travelers with nature and local culture.

We are explorers – We are passionate – We are nature enthusiasts. We know how to visit the Perito Moreno Glacier to avoid crowds, when to trek in Torres del Paine for an intimate experience with the Patagonian mountains and what time of day to visit Iguazú Falls to enjoy the best day-light and a personal encounter with this wonder of nature.

Say Hueque is part of the B Corporation movement. This means that it belongs to a community dedicated to using business as a force for good. We plant with purpose: we have committed to planting 100,000 native trees in Patagonia, creating a true forest! We operate plastic-free journeys, support the initiative of local operators and accommodations, and maintain sustainable practices in our workspaces.

Why Choose Say Hueque?

Because local knows best. We have personally visited each destination throughout the region and we have provided excellent, best-priced holidays to thousands of happy travelers worldwide.

Local experience

For 20 years, we have developed excellent relationships with independent hotel owners and local activity providers.

Favorites of the international press

We are recommended by the most important travel guides. We know that we run great trips, and so do all of the major travel publications, including Lonely Planet, Frommer´s, Fodors, Rough Guides, Time Out, and Le Guide du Rutard… just to name a few.

We are with you every step of the way

To us, planning the perfect trip is as important as enjoying the perfect trip. That said, we will ensure that you have one of our travel specialists working with you throughout the trip planning process. And while you are on the road, we will also provide you with a 24-hour emergency telephone contact in case something unexpected comes up and you need to change your plans.

Highest level of satisfaction

Our clients regularly share their personal experiences traveling with us. You can see their testimonials for yourself.

We are a member of the most prestigious travel associations

As an internationally renowned travel company, Say Hueque is a member in good standing in multiple professional travel industry groups.


Why we love this operator
They have extensive knowledge of Argentina and the surrounding region and their specialists have visited the destinations they send travelers to.
What they’re known for
Customized tours across Argentina and Chile for independent travelers with a focus on food, culture, history and nature.

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Logistics

What's excluded

    • National Park entrance fees
    • International or domestic flights
    • Guides during your days in El Chaltén are not included, since the trails are well-marked. However, if you would like to be accompanied by a guide, please let us know at the time of booking and we will advise you about the additional cost.
    • Travel / Medical Insurance
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Meals Included
  • Daily Breakfast
Age Requirements
No age restrictions
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