Patagonia Trail

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Jagged glaciers, snow-topped peaks, glittering turquoise lakes and lively beech forests make Patagonia one of the most dramatically beautiful landscapes in the world. This one explores the Chilean & Argentine sides of this region, where you'll be exploring spectacular national parks, sailing up close to glittering glaciers, spotting flamingos, hiking past...
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Overview

Trip type
Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Highlights

    • 3 Dinner (D)
    • 8 Breakfast (B)
    • 3 Lunch (L)
    • Puerto Natales: We’ll jump on a catamaran and sail through fjords. Spotting penguins and sea lions on our quest to see the famous glaciers.
    • Torres del Paine National Park: If you’re looking for iconic views of mountains, glaciers and lakes to fill your memory and Insta page, this is the place.
    • El Calafate:
    • El Calafate: Breathe in that pristine air. Immerse yourself in nature. And get the best views of the Perito Moreno Glacier.
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    • : A trek to the ultimate viewpoint. See the icy blue lagoon. The sparkling glacier. And the jagged peaks that pierce the Patagonian skies.

What's this trip about?

    Jagged glaciers, snow-topped peaks, glittering turquoise lakes and lively beech forests make Patagonia one of the most dramatically beautiful landscapes in the world. This one explores the Chilean & Argentine sides of this region, where you'll be exploring spectacular national parks, sailing up close to glittering glaciers, spotting flamingos, hiking past blue lagoons and exploring options such as riding horses like a Gaucho and kayaking through crystal clear waters. You've never seen our planet look quite this beautiful.

Details

Itinerary focusOff the Beaten Path
Group sizeGroup - max of 40 people
Age range18 to 35 years
Flights and transportN/A
Start CityPuerto Natales
End CityEl Calafate

Travel Themes

  • Cultural
  • 50 Plus

Destinations

Activities

  • Culture

Max Group Size

  • Max Group Size: 40

Itinerary

Travel Map

Day 1: Start Puerto Natales

Puerto Natales is known as the gateway to Patagonia and the iconic Torres Del Paine National Park. Formerly a modest fishing port, this will be our home for the next few days, as we admire the towering granite rocks, bright blue glacial waters and frosted snowy peaks.

Hotel Vendaval (or similar)

Dinner

Day 2: Puerto Natales

Today we'll kickstart our Puerto Natales adventures. After breakfast we'll board a catamaran and head to the Balmacede and Serrano glaciers.  Along the way to the glaciers we'll glide over the bright azure waters, stopping for views of  penguin colonies, sea-lions and...

Day 3: Puerto Natales

Today's your opportunity to explore Puerto Natales for yourself. Check out the ship museum, explore the historic centre, spot condors soaring overhead, discover the Milodon cave or just admire the vibrant colours that paint the sky at sunrise and sunset. There's also ...

Day 4: Puerto Natales

Today it's time for the headline event, Torres Del Paine National Park. Encompassing lakes, rivers, mountains and glaciers, the Chilean Torres Del Paine National Park is one of the most recognisable symbols of Patagonia’s natural beauty, and today we'll hike deep into...

Day 5: Puerto Natales to El Calafate

Today, after breakfast, we'll make the crossing from Chile to Argentina as the locals do - by public bus, with plenty of opportunity to marvel at the staggering scenery all around us. Named after a berry that, according to legend, once eaten guarantees your return to...

Day 6: El Calafate

Today we'll visit the Los Glaciares National Park. Known as the 'Austral Andes', this is a bonafide natural wonder of the world, with mountains, lakes, woods, glaciers and the arid Patagonia steppe. We'll hike in the southern area of the park, before taking a tour of ...

Day 7: El Calafate to El Chaltén

Today we'll head to El Chaltén, a small village in the heart of Los Glaciares National Park. Known as the 'capital of trekking' El Chaltén  is the perfect place to be immersed in unspoiled nature. Simply walk the magical forest trails and breath the pure mountain air.

Lunajuim Hotel (or similar)

Breakfast

Day 8: El Chaltén

Today is a full day to make the most of El Chaltén. Checking out the rugged, sky-puncturing peaks of Mount Fitz Roy -the most iconic symbols of Patagonia- is a must, and we'll trek to the famous viewpoint of Laguana De los Tres, with the sparkling blue lagoon, granite...

Day 9: El Chaltén to El Calafate

Today we'll show each other our favourite photos and say our sad farewells over a final group breakfast together, but we won't forget those Patagonian peaks in a hurry. We complete our journey with a transfer back to the hotel in El Calafate, where our trip ends on arrival.

Breakfast

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Dates & Availability

Price From $4,441
Price per day$493
Last Updated: 2/14/2025
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10 Mar 2025
18 Mar 2025
$4,441
$5,121
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17 Nov 2025
25 Nov 2025
$3,410
$3,965
available
22 Dec 2025
30 Dec 2025
$3,589
$4,174
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05 Jan 2026
13 Jan 2026
$3,410
$3,965
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02 Feb 2026
10 Feb 2026
$3,410
$3,965
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09 Mar 2026
17 Mar 2026
$3,410
$3,965
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16 Nov 2026
24 Nov 2026
$3,775
$4,385
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21 Dec 2026
29 Dec 2026
$3,775
$4,385
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04 Jan 2027
12 Jan 2027
$3,775
$4,385
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01 Feb 2027
09 Feb 2027
$3,775
$4,385
available

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Logistics

Accommodation

  • Hotel Vendaval (or similar)
  • Hotel Kapenke (or similar)
  • Lunajuim Hotel (or similar)
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Meals Included
  • 3 Dinner (D)
  • 8 Breakfast (B)
  • 4 Lunch (L)
Age Requirements
18 to 35 years
Additional Information
Trip ID
contiki-PATA19

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