Essence Of Patagonia & Iguazu Falls 10 Days
10 Days: Buenos Aires, Bariloche, El Calafate & Puerto Iguazú
Tour overview:
Explore the best of Argentina. In Patagonia, visit Bariloche, known for its beautiful lake scenery and Argentina’s best chocolate. Gaze in wonder at the Perito Moreno Glacier and visit one of the Seven Modern wonders of the Natural World, Iguazu Falls.
Day 1 - Arrive Buenos Aires
Arrive at the airport and transfer to the hotel. In the afternoon, we make a panoramic tour of the city. We start in Plaza de Mayo, witnessing the most important events of the country since 1810. There, we can appreciate the surrounding buildings like the `Pink House` (Government house), the Cathedral and Town Hall. We continue towards La Boca to walk along the famous Caminito alley and its colourful “conventillos”. We leave the southern area of the city to head north towards Palermo and Recoleta, where we make a final stop to appreciate the contrast of what we have seen with this aristocratic district, famous for its cemetery where relevant personalities are buried. Return to the hotel. In the evening, we attend a dinner show where you will enjoy the magnetism of tango. (D)
Day 2 - Buenos Aires
Day at leisure. Buenos Aires offers many options. During this day, we suggest you experience the city through its history, art, and gastronomy, to understand the passion. (B)
Day 3 - Buenos Aires /Bariloche
Arrival and reception at the airport. In the afternoon we go out to meet a very important cultural aspect of the city, the beer, through a tour that will allow you to learn and experience the processes in the art of craft beer brewing. We will visit three of the most renowned breweries, accompanied by a beer tasting of Patagonian flavors in a unique environment. (B)
Day 4 - Bariloche
Day at leisure in order to take optional activities. You can sail through Lake Nahuel Huapi, visit the Tronador Hill, which is ideal for trekking lovers; or just explore the lakes region with the Big Circuit or the Lakes Corridor to San Martín de los Andes.(B)
Day 5 - Bariloche/ El Calafate
At due time, transfer to the airport to board the flight to El Calafate. Arrival and reception. Afternoon at leisure to explore the city, visit the Glaciarium, a museum dedicated to glaciology, or participate in an activity to get to know the steppe while you enjoy a lunch or dinner. (B)
Day 6 - El Calafate.
Visit to the Perito Moreno Glacier, located in the Los Glaciares National Park and declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The glacier is an impressive river of ice with an area of 257 square kilometers, and the height of the front wall ranges between 50 and 60 meters above the lake level. During the excursion, a walk along the walkways in front of the glacier allows you to admire this marvel of nature from different perspectives. Free time for lunch (not included). In the afternoon, return to the hotel. (B)
Day 7 - El Calafate
Day at leisure. Ideal to make a boat trip through the Lake Argentino or to enjoy activities that will allow you to explore unique landscapes. (B)
Day 8 - El Calafate /Puerto Iguazú
Morning at leisure to explore El Calafate. At due time, transfer to the airport to board the flight to Puerto Iguazú. Arrival and accommodation. (B)
Day 9 - Puerto Iguazú
In the morning, we depart towards the Iguazú National Park to visit Iguazú Falls, declared a Natural Heritage Site by UNESCO and one of the Seven Wonders of the Natural World. During the tour, we go through the three circuits of the Park: Garganta Del Diablo (to reach the balcony and viewpoint of the most imposing falls of the Park), The Upper Trail (that provides a view of the falls from above) and The Lower Trail (that offers a closer contact with the vegetation and the falls). During the tour, free time to have lunch (not included) and to take The Great Adventure (optional). This boat ride takes you into the very heart of the falls followed by a walk through the jungle. In the afternoon, return to the hotel. (B)
Day 10 - Puerto Iguazú / Buenos Aires
In the morning, we leave Puerto Iguazú to arrive to Foz do Iguaçu in Brazil and visit the Brazilian Side,Once inside the National Park, we walk along the only path that leads us to Garganta del Diablo viewpoint. As we walk, we appreciate a view of almost all the waterfalls. At due time, transfer to the airport. (B)