Patagonia

Snowcapped mountains towering in the distance. Vibrant teal waters lapping against the shore. Glaciers carving their way through the valleys. This is Patagonia – a rugged wonderland of nature nestled along Argentina and Chile.
Hotel Name: Sofitel Buenos Aires Recoleta

Arrive in Buenos Aires, a city that radiates Latin-infused rhythm mixed with European heritage. Meet your fellow travelers for a welcome briefing at your hotel. Head to dinner with your new friends and indulge in savory Argentine flavors.
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Visit Area: Buenos Aires
The capital and largest city in Argentina has been an autonomous district since 1880. Buenos Aires is a top tourist destination, known for its European-style architecture and rich cultural life. The city currently has the highest concentration of theaters in the world. Buenos Aires is a cosmopolitan center of the nation and offers a large cultural diversity due to the waves of immigration during the years. It is known as the land of the portenos (people of the port) — which is what the people from Buenos Aires are referred to as — and traditions, but the land is also large in industrial and commercial activities. Although Buenos Aires is a large cosmopolitan area, it also offers a very historical background, reflected in the French and Italian architecture, and numerous museums and cultural centers.

Start the day with a visit to the famous Recoleta Cemetery and take in the towering mausoleums – considered to be one of the most beautiful cemeteries in the world – and the final resting place of Eva Peron. After, embark on a panoramic city tour and coast down the famous Avenida 9 de Julio. Take in the Parisian architecture and verdant trees lining the world’s widest avenue. Discover the city’s most well-known sites before arriving to the colorful neighborhood of La Boca. Tonight, get into the Argentinian spirit with a tango show and dinner.

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Admittance: Tango Show
The name of this dance comes from the Latin word for touch (tangere) and it originated along the banks of the Rio Plata in the region of Buenos Aires. The tango was included in the UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage Lists in 2009. It has European influences like Flamenco and Polka and also South American (Habanero) and African (Milonga). It became a separate dance form in the mid 19th century.

Today is yours to spend in Buenos Aires as you please. Perhaps you’ll decide to leave the hustle and bustle of the city and take an optional tour of Tigre Delta to explore its serene waterways, lush landscapes, and charming riverside communities.

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Hotel Name: Mirador del Lago Hotel

Visit Area: Perito Moreno Glacier
Discover the Perito Moreno Glacier in Los Glaciares National Park, a UNESCO site that forms part of the Patagonian Continental Ice Field and is one of the few glaciers in the world still advancing.

Fly to El Calafate, the gateway to Patagonia’s natural splendor, known as the “National Capital of the Glaciers.” Enjoy some free time this afternoon in this charming town. Gather this evening for dinner with your fellow travelers.

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Admittance: Patagonian Estancia
Meet some local gauchos at a typical Patagonian estancia, a type of working ranch in South America, where you’ll partake in a traditional lamb roast lunch and learn about the local culture.

This morning, get ready to embark on a cruise that will take you up close to the Perito Moreno Glacier. This gigantic tower of vibrant ice rests against blue-green waters – an awe-inspiring wonder of the natural world. Then, catch many views of the glacier from a series of walkways. Gaze off the shoreline in search of floating icebergs as you listen for the resounding cracks of ice sheets breaking free.

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Hotel Name: Rio Serrano Hotel & Spa

Admittance: Torres del Paine National Park
Glaciers, lakes, rivers, mountains, Torres del Paine National Park has it all if you’re looking for views to take your breath away. It’s the largest and one of the most visited parks in all of Chile and spans approximately 242,242 hectares (598,338 acres). The park is home to more than 100 species of colorful birds and some of the most beautiful flora on earth including a stunning display of color in autumn and ladyslippers in summer.

Today, take in the vast landscape and learn more about Patagonian wildlife while traveling to the border and crossing into Chile. Arrive in Torres del Paine National Park, one of the most remote, unspoiled places in the world, designated a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve. Soak the dramatic beauty of jagged mountains, expansive grasslands, and ethereal teal waters and marvel at cascading waterfalls on a panoramic tour through one of South America’s most incredible national parks. Along the way, you may spot soaring condors, inquisitive guanacos (llamas), and independent felines. After, check into your hotel for a two-night stay beside stunning views of the Serrano River and Paine mountain range.

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Admittance: 4-Night Fjord Cruise
Cruise through the most remote corners of the world on the Stella Australis as you take in the majestic scenery of colossal glaciers, powerful waterfalls, and awe-inspiring scenery. Relax aboard your elegant ship as you enjoy fine dining, great ambiance, and once-in-a-lifetime excursions.

Set out to spend a full day exploring the wonders of Torres del Paine. Stretch your legs on a morning hike to the Salto Grande waterfall. Your guide will make sure you don’t miss a thing, from this landscape’s stunning features to the flora and fauna all around you. Following lunch, the adventure continues with a scenic hike around Lago Grey, leading to spectacular views of the Grey Glacier.

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Hotel Name: Remota Patagonia Lodge

Visit Area: Ainsworth Bay

Enjoy a leisurely morning at your hotel, taking in those final views of the park or perhaps joining your guide for a nature walk. After lunch, head south to Puerto Natales. This evening is yours to enjoy at leisure.

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Hotel Name: Ventus Australis

Admittance: Ainsworth Forest or Ainsworth Moraine
Journey to Ainsworth Bay before heading towards the Tucker Islets for some quality time in nature. Embark on new adventures by starting at the beach to discover Ainsworth Forest. Learn all about the evolution and vegetation as a cause of the glacier recession. You may even stumble upon a peat bog and even explore a beaver habitat -OR- venture off on an active hike along a glacial moraine – a unique form of glacial sediment of rock and soil formed over time by erosion. No matter what you choose, take in surreal views of the Almirantazgo Sound and Darwin Mountain Range. Ainsworth Forest Activity Level: 2 This option is mostly flat and done at a relaxed pace. You will be transported to the activity via Zodiac. Ainsworth Moraine Activity Level: 4 This option may require you to use ropes and navigate over rocks in order to reach the summit. It is more of a demanding hike and not possible for those with mobility issues. You will be transported to the activity via Zodiac.

Today, make your way to the coastal metropolis of Punta Arenas. Along the way, stop to spend time at a family-owned Patagonian estancia. Enjoy a traditional lamb roast lunch as you chat and learn about the culture. Later in Punta Arenas, admire the sights, where brightly colored houses meet modern skyscrapers. As the day draws to a close, leave the mainland on the Ventus Australis – your home for the next four nights. Head for one of the most remote corners of the world as you sail through Chilean waters.

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Visit Area: Tucker Islets

Dock in Ainsworth Bay. As you take your Zodiac to shore, keep an eye out for the area’s extensive birdlife or perhaps a colony of elephant seals. Get ready to choose how to spend the morning because it’s your choice! Embark on new adventures by starting at the beach to discover Ainsworth Forest. Learn all about the evolution and vegetation as a cause of the glacier recession and explore a beaver habitat -OR- venture off on an active hike along a glacial moraine – a unique form of glacial sediment made from rock and soil. No matter what you choose, take in surreal views of the Almirantazgo Sound and Darwin Mountain Range. Back on the ship, sail to the Tucker Islets where you’ll head to shore for a close-up view of the Magellan penguins.*

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Visit Area: Pia Glacier
Behold the breathtakingly big Pia Glacier. Nestled between mountains and sea, it is located in an isolated corner of the Chilean Fjords. Hear it creak and crack as the ice moves, and perhaps see a large chunk calve from the frozen wall.

Take a Zodiac to shore and stand in awe before the Pia Glacier, a colossal mass of ice slowly crawling down the mountains. Decide where you want to hike** because it’s your choice! Traverse the Pia Boulders on a medium level hike for panoramic views of the glacier -OR- venture on an easy walk towards the Pia Lookout for panoramic views of the glacier. Back onboard the ship, continue through the Beagle Channel and into Glacier Alley. These impressive masses of ice are so large that most of them are named after countries – including Holland, Italy, Germany, and France.

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Admittance: Pia Boulder or Pia Outlook
Visit the huge glacier that lies in a fjord along the Chilean Patagonia coast. The best part is that you decide where you want to hike because it’s your choice! Traverse the Pia Boulders on a medium level hike for panoramic views of the glacier. Keep in mind that this terrain is more challenging than your average day hike -OR- travel on a different trail and venture on an easier hike towards the Pia Lookout where panoramic views of the glacier will greet you. Pia Boulders Activity Level: 2 This option is an easy walk but depending on weather spots could be slippery. You will be transported to the activity via Zodiac. Pia Lookout Activity Level: 3 Medium level hike with uphill elements. You will be transported to the activity via Zodiac.

Disembark*** at Cape Horn National Park, home to an archipelago of islands, and considered to be the “End of the Earth.” This afternoon, anchor at fabled Wulaia Bay and visit the historic radio station, formerly used by the Chilean Navy. Explore the area by selecting a hike** alongside an expert guide because it’s your choice! Head towards the peak on the most difficult hike for a scenic lookout -OR- embark on a slower paced hike with a medium difficulty towards the Forest Lookout -OR- take a peaceful nature walk along the beach for a chance to witness even more wildlife. Each choice will offer sprawling vistas of the gentle bay and allows time to leave a postcard at the information center.

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Hotel Name: Sofitel Buenos Aires Recoleta

Your cruise through Patagonia comes to an end as you enter Argentine waters, docking at Ushuaia. Disembark in Ushuaia before flying to Buenos Aires. Tonight, gather for a farewell dinner and share a toast with your fellow travel companions.

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Visit Area: Glacier Alley

Say adios to Argentina as your tour draws to a close this morning.

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Visit Area: Cape Horn
The southernmost headland of Tierra del Fuego, Cape Horn marks where the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans meet. The waters there are particularly violent and many sailors prefer to use the Strait of Magellan instead of the extremely challenging nautical route around notorious Cape Horn.