THE ESSENTIAL OF THE SOUTH
Description
Day 1 Buenos Aires. D Arrival 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, witness to the most important events of the country since 1810, from where we are able appreciate the surrounding buildings. We continue to La Boca, where we explore its colourful streets due to the ‘conventillos’ and the famous Caminito street. Our last stop is Recoleta to discover the aristocratic part of the city, where Recoleta’s Cemetery is located. Back to the hotel. In the evening, we attend a Dinner Show, to enjoy the magnetism of tango. Day 2 Buenos Aires. B Day at leisure to enjoy an optional tour. Day 3 Buenos Aires / Ushuaia. B At due time, transfer to the airport to board the flight to Ushuaia. Arrival, reception, and accommodation. Afternoon at leisure to continue discovering the destination. If you are a nature lover, we suggest you to visit Martillo Island, one of the few sites where it is possible to walk with Papuan penguins. Check the available options according to your trip date. Day 4 Ushuaia. B Departure from the hotel heading west to Tierra del Fuego National Park, framed by excellent panoramic views of the Beagle Channel. A journey through beaver dams leads to Lapataia River and Verde Lagoon and then continues along the final stretch of National Route 3, which finally ends at Lapataia Bay. From here, the return to Ushuaia begins, making a stop on the way to admire the Lake Acigami (former Lake Roca), featured by its changed-by-weather water’s colour. In the afternoon, boat trip through the Beagle Channel, gaining an excellent panoramic view of the city surrounded by mountains. During the trip, we spot Birds and Sea lions Islands, an interesting colony of sea lions. This offers the unique opportunity to see, at the same time, both South American sea lions and South American Fur seals, to understand their differences. Finally reach Les Eclaireurs Lighthouse, from where the return to the city begins. Day 5 Ushuaia / El Calafate. B Transfer to the airport. Arrival, transfer and accommodation. 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. Day 6 El Calafate. B 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. Day 7 El Calafate. B 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. Day 8 El Calafate / Buenos Aires. B Morning at leisure to explore El Calafate. At due time, transfer to the airport to board the scheduled flight to Buenos Aires. Arrival, reception and transfer to the hotel. Day 9 Buenos Aires. B At due time, transfer to the airport. Operational note: Day 8: During September and April, the landing at Magdalena Island is replaced by a landing at Marta Island, where South American sea lions can be spotted from the Zodiac boats. • To keep in mind: This program is available as a fixed departure. Please, consult for our exclusive benefits. • Because of the frequent flight reschedules, we suggest consulting needed flights at time of booking.
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Exclusions
- Needed transfers;
- Accommodation: 8 nights:Buenos Aires (3) – Ushuaia(2) - El Calafate (3) ;
- Tours: Buenos Aires: City tour – Dinner tango show Ushuaia: Tierra del Fuego National Park – Beagle Channel boat trip El Calafate: Perito Moreno Glacier;
- Meals: 8 breakfasts - 1 dinner - ;
- Needed tickets to the National Parks;
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