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The South is our North

ARGENTINA Puerto Madryn - Iguazu - Norte Argentino - Mendoza - Ushuaia Buenos Aires - Calafates - Antartida - Bariloche

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Northwest Puerto IguazĂş

Mendoza Buenos Aires

Bariloche Puerto Madryn

El Calafate

Ushuaia End of the World Cruises

Buenos Aires Majesty & Immensity

Puerto IguazĂş Tropical forest & Waterfalls

Northwest Culture of Colors

Mendoza Wine & Mountains

Bariloche Andean Patagonia

El Calafate Lakes & Glaciers

Ushuaia End of the World

Puerto Madryn Wild Fauna & Wide Sea

End of the World Cruises Origin of Species

Featured Products The most prestigious hotels

Birdwatching and north of argentina Tour for 15 days

Highlights of argentina Tour for 20 days

Off the beaten route Tour for 20 days

Natural argentina Tour for 16 days

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The South is our North

At Esteros Viajes, we give our best to offer excellent touristic services according to each client preferences. Our mission is to gain recognition as the leader company of incoming tourism in the Argentine Republic.

To achieve this goal, we offer a professional attention based on a well prepared team, full of compromise and with a deep knowledge of the country and its destinations. Receive a tourist means for us a responsibility to surprise, to fill the memory luggage with a unique experience, reacher than the original expectations.

This is our fuel. Day by day we look for perfection in each tour details, to show visitors the most impressive corners of our land.

Directors Francisco Debuchy: fdebuchy@esterosviajes.com.ar Emilio Zocca: ezocca@esterosviajes.com.ar

BUENOS AIRES Majesty & Immensity

BUENOS AIRES

MIN: 3 NIGHTS

From those statements made by the Mexican writer Rosario Castellanos, majesty and immensity are the perfect adjectives which accurately describe the fulfilling experience Buenos Aires offers to the world. From Tango nights in San Telmo to endless walks under a starry sky in Puerto Madero. Beyond Tango, wine and meat, Buenos Aires also tells the story of a Latin American and cosmopolitan city with its numerous French buildings and Italian dishes. After the 2001 economic crisis, Buenos Aires reemerged as a low cost chic destination, where the biggest fashion stores and lifestyle placed it as Argentina’s most classic and avant garde town. Although considered the “South American Paris”, Buenos Aires is a city where the dream ends and a world of gastronomy, art, dance, theatre, music and movies begin.

Argentina’s vision is similar to the one of Río de la Plata: huge in width and large but moving with such majesty that it seems motionless.

Average Temperatures

Summer December / February

Fall March / May

Winter June / August

Spring September / November

27ºC

Best time to go: All year long. However, November and March are not as hot as the summer months so you will find all the locals in the city. They don’t leave Buenos Aires until their summer holidays (December - February).

80.6ºF

18ºC 64.4ºF

13ºC 55.4ºF

23ºC 73.4ºF

References » Location: River Plate coast. » Airports: Ministro Pistarini. Ezeiza (EZE), international. Jorge Newberry (AEP), domestic. » Principal neighbourhoods: Palermo, Recoleta, San Telmo, Puerto Madero, Monserrat, La Boca. » Electricity: 220 volts. » Flight times to : Bariloche: 2:20 hr. Iguazú: 1:45 hr. El Calafate: 3:20 hr. Mar del Plata: 0:55 hr

What to wear Humid summer » Jan-Feb A T-shirt, shorts, sun lotion and a good pair of shoes will do to have a good time. Cold winter » July A cotton peacoat, a jacket and a scarf can not be missing. Don’t forget an umbrella and raincoat for spring and fall heavy rains.

More information: www.bue.gov.ar

Tango

Caminito

Obelisk

In the milongas, learn this vibrant and playful traditional dance.

An open-air museum of almost 150 meters long, surrounded by color painted walls.

A traditional architectural symbol in the city centre.

Must See / Do » Sightsee Florida street and watch a Tango show.

» Visit to Tigre and Río de la Plata’s delta.

» Have a typical Argentinean barbecue.

» Go Shopping to Aguirre street between 600 to 900 number (major national brand sales)

» Take a picture in the Pink House (Casa Rosada). » Visit the Art-Deco and Art Nouveau mausoleums in Recoleta cemetery. » Walk through Corrientes avenue and finish up in the Obelisco. » Visit La Boca and its popular street Caminito.

» Stay late: In Buenos Aires dinner time starts at 9:30pm and nightlife at midnight.

» Share “mate” with a “porteño”.

» Taste an ice-cream in Freddo, Volta or Persicco stores.

» Have a typical “alfajor” and a coffee with a dash of milk in Café Tortoni.

» Walk around Puerto Madero and take a picture with the Woman’s Bridge (Puente de la Mujer) on the background.

» Afternoon visit to the exclusive Palermo Chico making a final stop at Floralis Genérica.

» Buy bits and pieces in Plaza Serrano.

» Go around the riverside promenade and taste a “choripán”.

» Get out of the city and visit a typical Argentinean farm in the outskirts.

» Sunday visit to Plaza Dorrego in San Telmo.

» Visit the Bellas Artes and Malba museums.

Places to Eat » La Cabrera. Asado. JA Cabrera 5099, Palermo Viejo. (+5411) 4831 7002

» Las Pizarras. Bistró. Thames 2296, Palermo. (+5411) 4775 0625

» El Cuartito. Pizza. Talcahuano 937, Retiro. (+5411) 4816-1758

» La Brigada. Asado. Estados Unidos 465, San Telmo. (+5411) 4361 5557

» Cabaña las Lilas. Asado. Alicia Moreau de Justo 516, Pto. Madero. (+5411) 4315 1010

» Pasaje Arévalo. Cocina de autor. Arévalo 1502, Palermo. (+5411) 4775 7759.

PUERTO IGUAZU Tropical forest & Waterfalls

PUERTO IGUAZU

MIN: 2 NIGHTS

Iguazú river overcomes a land slope where it magically delivers tons of water which fall from 70m high (229.6ft) surrounded by a lush rainforest. Every year, Iguazú receives more than a million tourists. Metal footbridges, an important interpretation center and a gas train which takes you to the unimaginable, make the three-kilometred water curtain an undefeatable view.

As First Lady Eleanor Roosevelt once exclaimed: Poor Niagara! Four times the length of the Niagara Falls

Average Temperatures

Summer December / February

Fall March / May

Winter June / August

Spring September / November

25ºC 80.6ºF

21ºC 69.8ºF

15ºC 59ºF

22ºC

Best time to go: This region has a very humid subtropical climate. Although you can visit the falls during all the year, spring is the best time to go because the rains are less frequent and the heat is not as suffocating as in summer. During winter is very pleasant during the day but cooler at night.

References » Location: Argentinean Northeast » Airports: Cataratas del Iguazu International Airport (IGR). Foz do Iguaçu International Airport (IGU)

What to wear During summer you must bring loose and light clothes such as shorts, T-shirts, shirts and a good pair of trainers. If you travel on winter it is necessary to carry a light coat.

» Flight times to: Buenos Aires: 1:45 hr. » Distances: Foz do Iguaçu - 10 km.

71.6ºF

More information: www.iguazuturismo.gov.ar

Iguazu Falls

Rich Biodiversity

Great Adventure

One of the most spectacular waterfalls in the world immersed in a subtropical rainforest.

Over 400 species of birds from a variety of species.

Discover the whole essence of the Iguazu National Park in one ride.

Must See / Do » While visiting the Argentinean-side falls take the boat to San Martín Island. This boat trip is included in the ticket you pay to get into the park. Many tourists don’t take this tour because they mistake it with the “Great Adventure” tour.

» Gaze at Garganta del Diablo (Devil’s Throat). » If your budget allows you so, stay at the Sheraton Hotel. Although being a 5-star hotel it is not the best resort but the only one which is located within the National Park.

» Take the Great Adventure tour on the Argentinean side. » If you like trekking and are fit you can’t miss Sendero Macuco: This trekking path is a traditional route for nature-watching lovers. It is an old 3,600mt long nose-dive forestal extraction for forest environment. This path allows you to rack a 20-metre water fall in the middle of the forest. Do not take this tour after 5pm (4pm in winter).

Places to Eat » Aqua Typical. Cordoba esquina Carlos Thays. ($$). (+54 3757) 422 064 » El Quincho del Tío Querido. Asado. Bompland 110. ($$). (+54 3757) 420 151

» Taste the chipás: Paraguay’s, south of Brazil and this Argentinean region typical tapioca flour-made cheese bread. 7. » Visit the Brazilian side.

How long do you need? 2 nights minimum. 95% of the tourists stay 2 nights in order to have a complete day to visit the place. During that day we suggest you to visit Iguazú National Park on the Argentinean side and do the Great Adventure optional tour.

» La Rueda. Typical. Cordoba 28. ($$). (+54 3757) 422 531

NORTHWEST Culture of Colors

NORTHWEST

1 to 3 NIGHTS

Getting inside the Northern world means entering a time tunnel formed by thousands of traces and imprints of what once was an Inca trail, a mule driver route, a sugar refinery and a royal army footpath. Discover the world’s highest vineyards in a journey through Estancia Colomé, located between heaven and earth (2,300mts above sea level) in the heavenly Calchaquí valley. Altitude wines and gourmet Andean cuisine make this an unimaginable destination. Go over this fabulous lineage and tradition territory in a journey from Salta to San Antonio de los Cobres on board the spectacular Cloud Train. Endless vineyards, abandoned mines, adobe towns, nameless roads and eternal White salt pans shape the Argentinean north infinite territory.

The Argentinean north is one of the country’s most secret and impregnable regions which undoubtedly provides cultural and archeological trips.

Average Temperatures

Summer December / February

Fall March / May

Winter June / August

Spring September / November

21ºC 69.8ºF

16ºC 60.8ºF

10ºC 50ºF

19ºC

Best time to go: Fall and Winter are both an excelent time to sightsee the area. There is a big temperature range on fall. During summer days are very hot and it is also the thaw season, that is why some outlying mountain roads are flooded by the rivers swell. Iruya, for instance, can not be visited during this time of the year.

References » Location: Argentinean Northwest » Airport: Martín Miguel de Güemes (SLA). International Airport. » Flight times to: Buenos Aires: 2:15 hr. Mendoza: 1:25hr. Puerto Iguazú: 2:00 hr.

What to wear You should take warm clothes at any time of the year given that some of the touristic spots are at more than 4,000mts above sea level; thus even January (middle of the summer) could be cold. Winds are also present at this height so a windbreaker is always helpful. Heavy clothes are recommended throughout the year because nights tend to be cold.

66.2ºF

More information: www.turismo.salta.gov.ar

Cloud Train

Big Salt Flats

Seven Colours Mtn.

The highest tour in the world and one of the highest experiences.

Walking in the moon is posible in earth in this infinite white territory.

A place that probes God exist and is a painter.

Must See / Do » Travel across Humahuaca Gorge which has been declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site. If possible stay 1 night at Purmamarca or Tilcara. » Travel in the Clouds train . It departs every Saturday from Salta Train Station. » Visit Argentina’s second most important wine route in Cafayate. » Visit Argentina’s second most important wine route in Cafayate. Taste the Torrontes Wine & stay at a lodge next to the vineyards. » If you are a ranch lover stay in El Bordo de las Lanzas or Finca Valentina. » Salta is the Argentinean province with more local gastronomy. Do not miss the different types of empanadas, tamales, humitas and locros. You will also find fusion cuisine dishes such as the tasty goat cheese filled corn empanadas, the special chicken spicy, subtle little pies and the serviñakuy (cinnamon frozen mousse with rice pudding), a dessert you can not miss. » Visit Iruya, a lost in time town in the middle of the mountain.

Wineries for tasting Requesting an appointment is highly recommended. » Bodega José L.Mounier El Divisadero, Cafayate; (+54 3868) 422 129 » Estancia Colomé Km. 20, Ruta Provincial 53, Molinos; (+54 3868) 494 200 » San Pedro de Yacochuya C.C. No. 1, Cafayate; (+54 387) 431 9439

How long do you need? » If you stay 1 day: One day is not enough to visit this area. We recommend, however, to visit the Humahuaca Gully and all the small towns aside the road. If you come to this area looking for the Wine Route, we recommend you to head southeast towards Cafayate and visit some of its vineyards and wineries. » If you stay 2 days: This is the average time with two full days; the first one heading north to the Humahuaca Gully and the second one to visit Cafayate. » If you stay 3 or more days: The best thing for this destination would be to have four nights. With three full days you could take the previously mentioned tours and also head west towards San Antonio de los Cobres and the length to Jujuy’s Big Salines. There are two different ways of visiting this area, the first one with the Cloud Train and the second one with 4x4 vehicles. Northwest worth at least 4 days but it won´t be a bad idea to stay for 6 or 7 days. » If you stay for 4 days, you should visit Salta city and chose of visiting Calchaquies Valleys or Humahuaca Gorge. » If you stay for 5 – 6 days, you can visit Salta City and the circuit of Calchaquies Valleys and Humahuaca Gorge » If you stay for 7 days, you will have the chance to visit Salta, Humahuaca Gorge (including Iruya and Salinas grandes) and Calchaquies Valleys (with Cafayate, Molinos and Cachi).

Wines to Taste » Casona del Molino. Local cuisine. Luis Burela 1, Salta. ($$). (+54 387) 434 2835 » Los Morteros. Local Cuisine. Av. Salta, Purmamarca. ($$). (+54 388) 490 8063 » Terruño Gourmet. Argentine. Guemes Sur No. 28, Cafayate. ($$). (+54 3868) 422 460 » Wines:Yacoyuya (Torrontes), Colome (Torrontes; and Estate), Ciclos (Cabernet Savignon)

SELF DRIVE If you want to feel free and in paradise, rent a car and drive through the Calchaquí Valley. Is the best way to appreciate the contrast of colours and the unique geography that ranges from the mountain desert to the subtropical forest. Salta is not only an attraction itself but also the most important city and tourist centre of the region, the strategic centre to rent a car and start the adventure. Cachi, another of the most visited towns in the area, surrounded by great snowy peaks mountains with more than 5000 meters height, is a perfect point to sleep a night.

Salta

Cachi Agua Negra

Many of the most impressive sights in the Valley of the Río la Conchas (Quebrada de Cafayate) are along the paved, 183-kilometres-long National Route 68 that goes from Salta to Cafayate.

Molinos Colomé

This emblematic route is the longest in Argentina and one of the largest in the world (along with the U. S. Route 66) with more than 5,000 km (3,107 mi) that runs the country from south to north parallel to the Andes mountains.

Colomé and Molinos are beautiful little towns and examples of a region that produced great wines, benefit from the low-humidity mild weather of the valleys that receive less than 250 mm of precipitation per year. The most characteristic type of wine cultivated in the area is torrontés.

Garganta del diablo

BUENO S AIRE S 157 4 USHUA IA 3959

SALTA Cafayate Colomé Molinos Cachi

Valle de Lerma

198 km 389 km 203 km 157 km

Cafayate

This town, in the hearth of the Calchaquíes Valleys, is a beautiful place to stay a couple of nights and experience the spirit of the north region of Argentina. Experience its laid-back rhythm, the colonial style, the quality of the wines produced in the area, with many cellars around the town that are open to public and offer free guided tours.

NORTHWEST

SUB DESTINATIONS

Salta

Calchaqui Valley

Quebrada de Humahuaca

Salta la Linda ("Salta the beautiful"),

The Calchaquí Valley (Valles

A narrow and deep mountain valley

founded in 1582, it’s the most Spanish

Calchaquíes) is a big number of

located in the province of Jujuy,

city in Argentina. It has become a

valleys and rivers that crosses the

bordered by the Altiplano in the west

major tourist destination due to its

provinces of Catamarca, Tucumán and

and north, the Sub-Andean hills in the

colonial architecture, tourism

Salta in argentinian northwest.

east, and the warm valleys in the

friendliness, awesome weather and

These unique geography that ranges

south.

the natural scenery of the valleys

from the mountain desert to the

The region evidenced substantial

westward. Salta is also the starting

subtropical forest were once

prehistoric and historic remains. It

point of the "Train to the Clouds"

inhabited by a number of tribes.

was a caravan road for the Inca

(Tren a las nubes), that goes through

Decades before facing the invasion of

Empire in the 15th century, an

the clouds as it crosses The Andes at

the Spanish colonization, this natives

important link between the

4,220 mts. above the sea level. In the

suffered the invasion of the Inca

Viceroyalty of the Río de la Plata and

outskirts there are different

Empire.

the Viceroyalty of Peru, and a stage

excursions to go on, like Cafayate,

for many battles of the Spanish War of

Huaico or cloud forest reserve.

Independence.

Some points you must visit

» San Bernardo Hill. Great city views.

» Cafayate wineyards

» Purmamarca. “Seven colors mountain”

» 18th century Colonial Cabildo.

» Cuesta del Obispo (Bishop’s Cliff)

» Tilcara. Pucará Ruins.

» Cathedral of Salta.

» Quilmes Ruins

» Humahuaca

» Ninth of July Plaza.

» Quebrada de las flechas

» Great Salines

Typical foods

Wines to taste

Typical foods

» Empanadas Salteñas

» Yacoyuya (Torrontes)

» Humitas y Tamales.

» Locro

» Ciclos (Cabernet Savignon)

» Llama steak.

» Colome (Torrontes; and Estate)

Other activities

Traditional Peñas with Andean folkloric

Popular festivals, during which pagan rituals

Indiginous handcrafst, música popular

music. Taste the worldwide.

honoring Pacha Mama (Mother earth) with

peñas.

delicious regional dishes are held

MENDOZA Wine & Mountains

MENDOZA

1 to 3 NIGHTS

Just like Napa Valley in California or the Bordeaux region in France, Mendoza relates to the sophisticated wine world. Explore this pleasant destination and taste the best Latin American wine surrounded by The Andes snowy peaks. Visit the different wineries this majestic city offers and taste young wines made from 1,350 metre-high (circa 4,429ft) grapes directly from the tanks. However, Mendoza does not only stand out for the wine world, it also offers unbeatable journeys and landscapes. Drive through the fabulous high mountain route until you meet The Andes at its best: the Aconcagua. With 6,959 metres high (circa 22,831ft) it is considered South America’s roof and adventure travelers challenge it every year with the aim of conquering its summit. Finally, discover why the NASA compares the Valle de la Luna and Talampaya (protected areas at a few km from Mendoza city) with the Moon’s and Mars’ fascinating satellite images. Whether for adventure or pleasure, this destination is one of the favorites among Argentina’s tourists.

The Andean Argentinean wineries are ranked among the world’s twenty best wine producers. (Wine Spectator International magazine)

Average Temperatures

Summer

25 ºC

December / February

77ºF

Winter

8ºC

June / August

46.4ºF

Spring

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September / November

Fall March / May

DAY

23ºC

NIGHT

14ºC

73.4ºF

Best time to go: Spring and fall are probably the best times to travel given the warm daylight temperature for the tours. Nights vary from cool to cold. Winter. Low temperatures with snow at the mountains peak (“Alta Montaña” tour). The vineyards and wineries are located in lower altitudes, therefore snow is not frequent and the tours can be made normally.

References » Location: West-Center of Argentina » Airport: Ing. Francisco Gabrielli (MDZ). International Airport. » Flight times to: Buenos Aires: 1:55 hr. Bariloche: 1:40 hr. Salta: 1:25 hr.

What to wear Take heavy clothing in winter as if you were heading to any snowy destination. The mountain area is at 3,200mts (circa 10,498ft) over sea level. In the summer this area may be cool or windy, so it is advisable to wear a windbreaker and a light jacket for the night.

57.2ºF

More information: www.turismo.mendoza.gov.ar

Vineyards

Valle de la Luna

Aconcagua

Visit Argentinian most famous wineries through different wine routes.

The place where the moon sets and delights with its immensity.

Standing 6962 mts. above sea level, the highest mountain in the Americas.

Must See / Do » Taste a traditional Malbec in one of the wineries you may visit during your stay. Different wine routes can be organized according to each person’s interest. » If you are a wine fan you should schedule your trip to reach Mendoza during Grape Harvest (March) and organize your visit beforehand. » Take the “Alta Montaña” tour where you reach the Chilean border, just at the bottom of the Aconcagua. » If you are into moon landscapes and you have three or four days left, you will find the Valle de la Luna and Talampaya at 400km (circa 248.5mi) from Mendoza in San Juan and La Rioja provinces respectively. The tours can be organized leaving Mendoza land wise.

Places to Eat » Francis Mallman 1884. Argentine. 1188 Belgrano, Godoy Cruz. ($$). (+54 261) 424 2698 » Anna Bistró. Gourmet. Justo 161. ($$). (+54 261) 425 1818 » Azafrán. Argentine. Sarmiento 765. ($$$). (+54 261) 429 4200 » Ocho Cepas. Argentine. Perú 1192, esquina Espejo. ($$). (+54 261) 423 2387

How long do you need? » If you stay one day: If your visit refers to the landscape take the “Alta Montaña through Villavicencio” tour. If you are visiting the city because of the wine, take a winery tour.

» If you stay two days: This would be the best thing in order to make all the previously mentioned activities. There is also time left to make a city tour and visit the Carrodilla church. » If you stay three or more days: You will have time to visit Valle de la Luna, Talampaya and the Atuel canyon, do rafting, trekking or horseback riding. You may also spend extra days in a gastronomic/wine experience.

Wineries for tasting Requesting an appointment is highly recommended. » Achaval Ferrer 2061 Calle Cobos, Perdriel, Luján de Cuyo; (+54 351) 425 3812 » Catena Zapata Winery J. Cobos, Agrelo, Luján de Cuyo; (+54 261) 413 1100 » Salentein Wineries Ruta 89, Los Arboles, Tunuyán; (+54 262) 242 9500 » O. Fournier Wineries and Vineyards Calle Los Indios, La Consulta, San Carlos; (+54-262) 245 1579 » Clos de los Siete Calle Clodomiro Silva, Vista Flores, Tunuyán; (+54-261) 405 5606 » Mendel Vineyards and Wineries 1863 Calle Terrada, Mayor Drummond, Luján de Cuyo; (+54-261) 498 4239 » Vines of Mendoza Tasting Room 567 Calle Espejo, Mendoza; 707/320-2699 or +54-261/438-1031 » The Winery. Wine store in a restored mansion. 898 Chile, Mendoza; +54-261/420-2840.

BARILOCHE Andean Patagonia

BARILOCHE

MIN: 3 NIGHTS

In the middle of the Arrayanes forest, a fairy tale house surrounded by “pudú-pudú” deer was the starting point for Bambi. Breathe Cerro Tronador’s Patagonian air while you raise upon hanging glaciers paths and crystal waters. Experience the Lake Crossing from Bariloche to Peulla (Chile) and taste the exquisite Swiss chocolate during the boat and bus crossing of The Andes. Feel the celebrated Seven Lakes unbeatable path, where endless ñires bushes, cañas, colihues, calafates and lengas ornamented tracks lead you to multicolored majestic lakes from Villa la Angostura to Villa Traful. Either walking, sailing, swimming or riding you will be able to discover one of the richest Patagonian postcards.

Become the leading character of this daydream city that only Walt Disney industry is capable of portraying

Average Temperatures

Summer

20 ºC

December / February

68ºF

Winter

6ºC

June / August

42.8ºF

Spring

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September / November

Fall March / May

Best time to go: All year long. Winter: The weather is very cold just like in any other ski resort; however, this city not only offers excellent ski slopes and different ways of going up for skiers but also provides a great variety of options for non-skiers. We recommend not to travel in July, if possible, given that this is the highest season (100% of the accommodation running and extremely high fees) for the South American countries winter holidays. Rest of the year: You will find better temperatures than in winter and the activities are the same. The landscapes vary according to the season. Spring is particularly appealing for blossoming plants and gardens.

References DAY

16ºC

NIGHT

11ºC

60.8ºF

» Location: West-South of Argentina » Airports: San Carlos de Bariloche International Airport (BRC)

» Flight times to: Buenos Aires: 2:20 hr. El Calafate: 1:45 hr. Mendoza: 1:40 hr.

51.8ºF

More information: www.bariloche.gov.ar

Rafting

Arrayanes Forest

Trekking

Different challenges over multiple rivers surrounded by incredible landscapes.

Visit impressive natural and historic surroundings during this outstanding walk.

A number of different trails and routes are available for hiking.

What to wear You should carry warm clothes in winter; it is the snowy season. If you plan to be part of the winter activities the use of waterproof clothing is recommended, specially footwear. Boots with “Gore-Tex” (a material which allows your body to sweat but forbids water to get in) are a good option. Normally you could wear shirts and shorts in summer as temperature rises as high as 30ºC (86º). However, you must not forget that this is still Patagonia and there is a cold wind blowing from The Andes.

Must See / Do » Climb one of the hills of the area in a chairlift. In Cerro Campanario or Cerro Catedral you will have a panoramic view of the area from where you will be able to see such distant points as Cerro Tronador (40 km/ 25mi) or most of Nahuel Huapi’s extension (45 km/ 28mi). » Take a lacustrine tour such as “Victoria Island and Arrayanes Forest”, “Blest Port extended to Frías lake” or the famous “Lake Crossing”. » Have a pie with hot chocolate or a tasty coffee in one of the area’s best tea houses.

How long do you need? » The first day we suggest you to take the “Circuito Chico and Cerro Catedral” tour where you will visit Bariloche’s most highlighted spots. » The second day you could take the “Isla Victoria and Bosque de Arrayanes” tour where you will sail the Nahuel Huapi, visit Victoria Island and a unique woodland area.

Places to Eat » El Patacón. Patagonic. Bustillo 7000. ($$). (+54 2944) 442 898 » El Boliche de Alberto. Patagonic. Villegas 347. ($). (+54 2944) 431 433 » Butterfly. Contemporary. Huan 7831. ($$$). (+54 2944) 461 441 » Familia Weiss. Patagonic. Valte Oconnor 401. ($$). (+54 2944) 435 789

» Taste fresh raspberries in chocolate sauce from Rapa Nui chocolate store. » Taste the “dulce de leche” filled chocolate teddy bears in “Fenoglio”. » Taste the smoked salmon, wild boar and deer.

BARILOCHE

SUB DESTINATIONS

7 lagos

La Angostura

San Martín de los Andes

The Seven Lakes' road goes from

La Angostura is a mountain village

San Martín de los Andes is like fairy

Bariloche to San Martin de Los Andes.

situated on the west side of the

tale village. Located in one of the

Is a perfect circuit for self driving, a

Nahuel Huapi Lake that is considered

most spectacular landscapes of the

184 km road (almost all asphalted)

one of the main attractions of

Patagonia, at the foot of the Andes

that goes trought wonderful lakes,

Argentina's Andean Patagonia. The

and on the coast of the Lacar Lake.

forests and hills, crossing two

architecture of the town follows a

Walk throught this perfect Alpyne

spectacular national parks, Nahuel

stylized Alpine wooden style similar

place where every detail is beatifull,

Huapi National Park and Lanin

to that of Bariloche's city centre and

the architecture based on prevailing

National Park.

the beauty of its sights makes Villa la

local materials of stone and wood, the

Each lake haves a unique personality,

Angostura a place to visit if you travel

landscape, the tea houses.

the great Nahuel Huapi Lake, the

around the region.

Correntoso (Swift) Lake, the Espejo (Mirror), the Escondido (Hidden), the Lakes Villarino and Falkner, Lake Hermoso (Beautiful).

Some points you must visit

» Hermoso Lake

» Handcrafts shops.

» Huechulafquen Lake (Junín de los Andes)

» Correntoso Lake

» Restaurants of artisanal.

» Lacar Lake

» Espejo Lake

» Sport fishing.

» Chapelco Golf (Jack Nicklaus Golf Course)

» Villarino Lake

» Adventure sports.

Typical foods

» Deer

» Salmon

Other activities

Everything. Keep your eyes always opened,

The view from the top of Cerro Bayo is

In the winter you can practice sky in

because is an amazing route, with a lot of

impressive, across Nahuel Huapi lake, with

Chapelco mountain, a first class

incredible stops and beautiful panoramic

the majestic, heavily glaciated Cerro

infraestructure with 140 skiable hectares

viewpoints.

Tronador (3,450 m).

and great views.

EL CALAFATE Lakes & Glaciers

EL CALAFATE

MIN: 2 NIGHTS

Put on your crampons and walk towards the heart and soul of Perito Moreno. Forty to fifty- metre-deep cracks, caves, cliffs and drains facing the void challenge the most adventurous traveler temper. Surrounded by lakes and glaciers, Calafate is a unique refuge at the ends of Patagonia. Taste glaciar-ice scotch while listening to the south wind flirting with the diverse ice mass formations. Cross The Andes and discover Torres del Paine (Chile) with its unmistakable tower and horn formations. Walk through El Chaltén, the trekking national capital (Entrance door to the continental ice), and take a nap in Laguna de los Tres while you gaze at the ever-rising and fabulous Fitz Roy.

Taste glaciar-ice scotch while listening to the south wind flirting with the diverse ice mass formations.

Average Temperatures

Summer

13ºC

December / February

55.4ºF

Winter

1ºC

June / August

33.8ºF

Spring

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September / November

Fall March / May

DAY

12ºC

NIGHT

3ºC

53.6ºF

Best time to go: All year long. Summer: It is considered the high season based on the large number of visitors. The climate is dry and rains are not frequent. Sun rises at 5:30am and doesn’t set until 11pm. Fall: The climate is cooler and low season starts after Holy Week. This is an excellent time to travel given the lower cost hotel fees. Winter: It is wise to remember that this time of the year makes it impossible to take some tours such as “Minitrekking” or “Big ice”. In spite of that, the glaciers can be seen given their unchanging behavior along the year. Spring: From September onwards temperature starts to rise and snow to disappear. The contrast of the glaciers and the blossoming plants are worth watching.

References » Location: Argentinean Southwest » Airport: Cte. Armando Tola El Calafate International Airport (FTE).

» Flight times to: Buenos Aires: 3:20 hr. Ushuaia: 1:25hr. Bariloche: 1:45 hr. Puerto Madrym: 1:51 hr.

37.4ºF

More information: www.elcalafate.gov.ar/turismo

Perito Moreno Glacier

Glacier Trekking

Boat Cruise

An imposing mass of ice surrounded by endless forests and mountains.

Cracks and marvel at the different hues of the ice in this natural wonder.

Get up closer than you would ever imagine to the largest glaciers.

What to wear Trekking shoes are recommendable if you are considering taking a walk, the “Minitrekking” or “Big Ice”. As for clothing, if you travel in summer the morning and afternoon may be cold being 2pm the hottest time of the day; that is why it is better to wear light clothes you can get rid of as temperature gets higher instead of one single jacket which will not allow you to control the body temperature. For the glacier tour it is recommended to carry a windbreaker to face the frozen wind. Finally, we suggest you to carry enough clothes in winter due to the fact that this part of Patagonia is located in a latitude which is similar to the one in London, at the Northern hemisphere.

Must See / Do » Take the Perito Moreno glacier tour. » Walk with trampons over the Perito Moreno Glacier (tour “Minitrekking” or “Big Ice”). » Taste Patagonian lamb (cooked in the sword with fire during many hours) » Taste the “calafate”; typical fruit from the region which was named after it.

How long do you need? 2 nights minimum in order to have a full day. We, however, recommend 3 nights. » The first day we suggest you to visit the Perito Moreno Glacier and take the “Minitrekking” or “Big Ice” optional tours. In case you don’t want to walk on the ice we suggest you to take the one-hour “Safari Náutico” tour which allows you to watch the Perito Moreno’s south wall. This sailing is included in both trekking tours over the glacier. » The following day we suggest you to take the “Todo Glaciares” tour or a visit to a ranch in the Patagonian steppe. During the first tour you will be able to see only three glaciers which can only be gazed at from the water, sailing Lago Argentino. The same sailing is done in the second one but you descend in a Patagonian ranch where you get in a 4x4 and observe the Upsala Glacier from the top. » Should you have a complete day we recommend El Chaltén (national capital of trekking) tour or Torres del Paine in Chile. If you visit this area in winter, we suggest you to take the “Winter Experience”; which includes different snow activities travelling in a 4x4.

Places to Eat » La Tablita. Patagonic Asado. Rosales 24. ($$). (+54 02902) 491 065 » Casimiro Bigua. Patagonic Asado. Libertador 963. ($$$). (+54 02902) 492 590 » Don Pichón. Patagonic Asado. Puerto Deseado 242. ($$). (+54 02902) 492 577

EL CALAFATE

Recommended

El Chalten, Argentina trekking Capital At the heart of the southern Patagonian Andes, at the foot of the

from the town, a paradise of ancient forests, glaciers and

mythical Mount Fitz Roy, El Chaltén is a small tourist town founded

vegetation that goes against its name. There, you can practice

in the north of Los Glaciares National Park.

sport fishing, camping or hiking, among other activities.

To reach this paradise of pure nature, you arrive via El Calafate

Self-guided walks

crossing 215 kilometers of patagonic steppe over the newly paved road around the lakes Argentino and Viedma .

Most of these tours require no previous experience in outdoor activities. You may visit vantage points with spectacular panoramic views using little time and effort. Help from a local

The area offers a privileged landscape with multiple alternatives for the practice of outdoor activities and mountain sports. Dozens of possible routes are available: from visiting panoramic points

guide may not always be needed, but you may want to hire their services for your peace of mind and for discovering the most secret places in the area.

within minutes of walking and minimum difficulty, to expeditions of several days or big vertical climbing walls reserved only for top

Some of the most popular hikes:

climbers .

» Condors and Eagles Viewpoints (40 min.). » Laguna Capri (2 hours).

The most popular activities include: trekking, climbing, camping,

» Piedra del Fraile (2 hours).

horseback riding, hiking and other such as photography, climbing

» Laguna Torre (4 hours).

courses, bird watching, fishing or a visit to legendary ranches and

» Laguna De los Tres (5 hours).

farms in Santa Cruz. For all this facts, El Chaltén has been declared National Capital of Trekking in Argentina. Sorrounding this small town you can visit places of great natural beauty, like Lago del Desierto, only 37 km

USHUAIA End of the World

USHUAIA

MIN: 2 NIGHTS

Take captain Fitz Roy’s helm and sail through the legendary waters of the Beagle Channel while you become imbued with the seal, cormorant and penguin ornamented breathtaking landscapes. Live the matchless dream offered by the end of the world train visiting multicolored lakes and woods-covered hills, wild animals and glaciers. Slide through the traditional charms of the Ushuaian winter while breathing the world’s southernmost city on board Siberian Huskies-led sleighs. Cruising to the Chilean fiords and Antarctica, skiing over Cerro Castor’s snow-covered valleys and walking through woods-and-streams-surrounded paths are a part of the fantasy this earth last end delimited environment gives away.

Close your eyes, take your ticket and head towards the end of the world.

Average Temperatures Best time to go: All year long.

Summer

9ºC

December / February

48.2ºF

Fall

6ºC

March / May

42.8ºF

Winter

1ºC

June / August

33.8ºF

» Airports: Malvinas Argentinas International Airport (USH)

5ºC

» Flight times to: Buenos Aires: 3:35 hr. El Calafate: 1:25 hr. Puerto Madryn: 2:10 hr.

Spring September / November

41ºF

Ushuaia is a city you need to visit at least four times to really get to know it. Landscapes change dramatically along the four seasons. Summer allows you to make a big number of outdoor activities and has the nicest weather. Besides, it is the time with more daylight hours: 19 hours approximately. Winter has only seven to eight daylight hours but days can be clear and light. During the fall the trees drop their leaves getting an ocher, copper, pink, red and orange-colored shade. Spring is particularly appealing for blossoming plants and gardens.

References » Location: South end of Argentina

What to wear You should wear heavy clothes as in the rest of the Andean Patagonia; bear in mind that this is the snowy season and therefore a very cold one. If you are thinking of making a snow-related activity we recommend waterproof clothing (specially footwear). If possible we recommend “Gore-Tex” shoes. During summer, cold weather is not so hard although the western wind may cause many cool days. You should carry warm clothes though it is summertime.

More information: www.turismoushuaia.com

Lighthouse at the End of the World

Historically, sailors last reference on the way to the unknown continent of Antarctica.

Penguin Island

Cerro Castor

Take a walk around this Magellanic penguin colony.

Skying while the sea and the mountains meet before the eye of the tourist.

Must See / Do

Places to Eat

» Take a picture at the End of the World signpost. Within Tierra del Fuego National Park, at the end of the road, there is a commemorative sign which indicates the end of Panamericana route and the land distance which separates it from Alaska. There is another similar sign in Alaska which indicates the distance to this point.

» Kalma Resto. Signature cuisine. Antártida Argentina 57. ($$). (+54 02901) 425 786

» Take the “Navegación Isla de Lobos y faro del Fin del Mundo” tour. Here, you will get an overwhelming view of Ushuaia from the Beagle Channel.

» Bodegón Fueguino. Argentina. San Martín 859. ($$). (+54 02901) 431 972

» Get on the Martial Glacier chairlift and then go on walking upwards as far as your body allows you to in order to enjoy a privileged view from Ushuaia, the Beagle Channel and the Navarino Island (Chile) on the background.

» Kaupé. Seafood. Roca 470. ($$$). (+54 02901) 422 704

» La Rueda. Parrilla. San Martín 193. ($$). (+54 02901) 436 540 » Tía Elvira. Seafood. Maipú 340. ($$). (+54 02901) 424 725

» Taste the spit-roasting Tierra del Fuego lamb and the spider crab and, if you visit the area in winter, the highland coffee in some of the winter resorts.

How long do you need? » 2 nights minimum with 1 whole day to take this destination’s two main tours. In the morning you will be able to visit Tierra del Fuego National Park and in the afternoon sail to “Isla de lobos and Faro del Fin del Mundo”. » However, the best option would be to stay 3 nights in order to have 2 full days. One of the options is to take the Tierra del Fuego National Park tour the first day and sail to “Isla de lobos and faro del Fin del Mundo” the second. Doing this, you will have extra time to visit the city and the old prison or climb the Martial glaciar the first day. Another option is to leave the second day to take the one-day Lago Escondido and Lago Fagnano tour crossing The Andes.

PUERTO MADRYN Wild Fauna & Wide Sea

PUERTO MADRYN

1 to 3 NIGHTS

Exotic animals and a wild fauna bring tourists from the unreachable to the real thing. Hand in hand with a Patagonian steppe backdrop which goes deep into the sea, Puerto Madryn and Trelew become a Magellan penguin and multicolored birds station and a sea elephants and wolves dwelling. This adventure combines a wonderful show which delights the traveler’s senses by watching the Southern Right Whale and the toninas overas (a kind of small shark) and the unbeatable experience of interacting with around 500,000 penguins.

Come and discover the reason why adventure travelers arrive at Península de Valdés every year with one sole goal: to watch a show that only Discovery Channel documentaries are able to broadcast.

Average Temperatures

Summer

21ºC

December / February

55.4ºF

Winter

7ºC

June / August

33.8ºF

Spring

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September / November

Fall March / May

Best time to go: Summer: It is very hot during daytime with cooler and nicer nights. The climate allows you to enjoy the beaches and bathe in the sea. You will be able to watch: toninas overas, sea wolves, sea elephants, Magellan penguins, birds and orcas. You will not be able to watch the Southern Right Whale. This is the best time to visit Punta Tombo penguin resort. Fall: You can only find sea wolves, sea elephants and birds during this time which is why this season is not recommended. Winter: The weather is cold but it is the best time to watch the Southern Right Whale which starts to arrive at the coast in June. You will also be able to watch toninas overas and sea wolves and elephants. Spring: From September onwards temperature starts to rise. You will be able to watch: Southern Right Whales, toninas overas, sea wolves and elephants and birds. Penguins start to arrive at the coast in November. Whales also leave the coast in this month.

DAY

20ºC 53.6ºF

» Location: Argentinean Southeast

NIGHT

6ºC

» Airport: Almirante M. A. Zar Trelew International Airport (REL) 1 hr. road transfer.

37.4ºF

References

What to wear Light clothes in the summer due to the hot weather and something warm for the night. Heavy clothing in the fall, spring and winter given that the tours are made in the coast and days could be windy.

» Flight times to: Buenos Aires: 2:00 hr. El Calafate: 1:51 hr. Ushuaia: 2:10 hr.

More information: www.madryn.gov.ar

Scuba Diving

Calm and transparent water mixed with an incredible wildlife.

Punta Tombo

Walk among thousands of penguin in this penguin colony.

Must See / Do » Southern Right Whale, toninas overas, sea wolves, sea elephants, Magellan penguins, birds and orca watching, depending on the time of the year.

Península Valdes

The southern right whale puts up a unique magical show.

How long do you need? If you stay one day: This will be enough to take the tour to Península Valdés (the most important animal to watch: the Southern Right Whale) or the Punta Tombo tour (the most important animal to watch: Magellan penguin) together with the visit to Gaiman.

» Visit Punta Tombo; the world’s biggest continental penguin resort. » Embark in Puerto Pirámide to watch the Southern Right Whale.

If you stay two days: This is the perfect time with two full days: one for Península Valdés and the other one for the Punta Tombo Penguin resort and the Gaiman tour.

» Watch the Southern Right Whale from El Doradillo Beach, where you will be able to see them at 20km (12.5mi) far from the coast. » Have a typical Welsh tea in Gaiman; a Welsh community in Chubut’s river valley. Tip: In order to reach this part of Patagonia you must fly to Trelew’s airport (REL). This facility works for the former city and also Puerto Madryn. The latter is a more picturesque and prepared for tourism city, this is way most of the hotels are located there.

Places to Eat » Patagonia Restobar. Argentine. Belgrano 323. ($$). (+54 02965) 452 249. » Cantina el Náutico. Seafood. Av. Salta, Purmamarca. ($$). (+54 02965) 455 991. » Restaurante Placido. Argentine. Av. Roca 506. ($$). (+54 3868) 455 991.

End of the World Cruises Origin of Species

End of the World Cruises

1 NIGHT

The White Desert combines mystery with majesty. Its rough and deserted mountains, ice floe and glacier lengths together with the inhospitable landscape, make this unknown land to be a powerful adventure traveler, explorer and researcher magnet. Leaving Ushuaia and sailing through the Drake Passage and Cabo de Hornos it is possible to watch the incredible fauna in its environment. From southern spring onwards Antarctica becomes home to an extraordinary wild life which transforms it in a wonderful penguin, sea wolves, whales and birds ecosystem.

In order to start this journey you must leave the cities modern and cosmopolitan appearances behind to welcome one of the planet’s richest and less explored postcards.

Average Temperatures

Summer December / February

Winter June / August

-32ºC -25.6 ºF

-59ºC -74.2ºF

Lowest Record -89.2ºC Vostok, Russian Station

Daylight

Best time to go: November - December: Squids, fishes, birds, seals, sea wolves, sea elephants and whales can be seen. Daylight hours are longer during this period. Also, the remains of frozen water make it possible for a spectacular sailing through the ice, where you may watch different types of seals leaning on the ice formations. January - February: Most of the penguin chicks leave their protecting eggs in January, first in South Shetland Islands and then at the south of the peninsula. This frantic colony activity goes on in February when the youngsters start to grow and gather in the nurseries. The ice withdrawal in February allows to explore the Antarctic peninsula even souther. March: The night darkness starts as the sun hides beyond the southern horizon. Beautiful shapes within ice layers on the surface of the sea are created.The snow blanket is still thin, allowing easy and long walks along the South Shetland Islands.

-128.5ºF

24 hs.

During January

More information: www.turismo.mendoza.gov.ar

Whale Watching

Icebergs and Glaciers

Cruises

The largest animal ever known to have existed appears on a grand scale.

A unique record of the Earth’s past climate.

Thousands of penguins and icebergs that dwarf even the largest mega-ships.

What to wear Bring adequate luggage as if you were going to ski. Thermal waterproof trousers, fleece jackets, waterproof gloves and snow jackets should be there. You do not have to worry about footwear; you will receive a pair of special boots which are disinfected every time you get on and off the ship so as not to damage the ecosystem. You may also bring your own boots. If so, we recommend ordinary rubber boots up to the knee for disembark. They must be from 35 to 40cm high (circa 13.77” to 15.74”) with a strong Edge and a nonslip sole. Snow or leather boots are inappropriate. Fleece shirts and sweaters are also good insulating garments. We recommend you to wear different layers of wool, silk or synthetic clothing over cotton. Do not forget sun block and sun glasses. It is a good idea to bring a bagpack and plastic bags (Ziploc type) to protect your cameras from the splash during landings.

Must See / Do » Swimming in the Antarctic sea! In Decepción Island boiling water emerges from the bottom of the sea at a few metres from the coast shaping natural pools which allow the traveler to swim first in Antarctica’s frozen water and then get warmer in the thermal waters. » Watch a leopard seal hunting penguins. » Gaze at the icebergs in their various sizes and shapes. » Get closer and take a picture with some penguins, which are very curious animals. As we have previously mentioned you will be able to watch four different species from which three only live in Antarctica.

Expedition traveler profile Travelling to Antarctica is a once in a Lifetime experience. The best recommended way of visiting it is on board exploration ships. Those ships are considerably smaller than the typical tourism cruises. They approximately carry between 50 to 60 passengers and between 20 to 30 crew members. The smaller size allows them to get into and sail Antarctica’s bays and channels, get closer to the coast and maneuver easily on the ice; this would not be possible with bigger ships. Do not mistake this destination with the ones of Australis and Skorpios Cruises which although being exploration ships, have an only journey through the South American continent. Those who choose this tour are not looking for the typical cruise life (nighlife, casino, pool, etc.) but exploring and getting to know Antarctica. In this case, the ship becomes a means to do it. The dress code is informal. This trip lasts ten days leaving Ushuaia’s port and returning to the same destination. Crossing Drake’s Passage (a sea strait which separates the American continent from Antarctica) lasts one and a half days, which means that you have seven full days for the expedition. It is wise to mention that Antarctica is not only a vast ice length; this is one of the planet’s richest areas in terms of sea fauna and flora. You will be able to observe four different penguin species, three whale species (Hunched, Minke and Southern Right), sea wolves, sea elephants, orcas and different bird species. During these journeys you can make from two to three daily descents (depending on the weather conditions) which are already included in the fee, which means you do not have to pay each time you participate on an exploration or “landing”. Those descents are made on “zodiac” boats; these are perfect boats due to their versatility to sail on these waters and reach the shore for the disembarking. The descents can be made to visit a penguin colony, a human base or an old whale settlement. There may also be a zodiac expedition without a landing to watch a group of swimming whales or gaze at the icebergs from close range. Two of the companies we recommend are based in Argentina and Chile respectively, which is why most of the crew and guides have the same nationality thus allowing the language on board, besides English, is Spanish.

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TOUR / BIRDWATCHING AND NORTH OF ARGENTINA

DAY 1: BUENOS AIRES Arrival and transfer to the hotel. Day at leisure. The city of Buenos Aires, one of most important of Latin America, is a great cosmopolitan and multifunctional metropolis. Its European architecture resembles the streets of Paris and that’s why it is known as “the Paris of America”. Witnesses of their most important cultural life are their numerous museums, exhibition and conference halls, art galleries, cinemas and theaters with national and international first class shows of. The Colon theatre, one of the most important lyric theaters of the world, is host, among other varied scenes, of an intense musical activity and it is visited frequently by orchestras, groups and soloists from around the world. The typical and famous Tango shines in different neighborhoods as La Boca, El Abasto and San Telmo. Its commercial activity is very intense, which is reflected in the numerous shops of the most important brands of the world, commercial galleries and shopping malls.

DAY 2: BUENOS AIRES. Breakfast. In the morning city tour in Buenos Aires. This tour gives you the emotion of a multiple Buenos Aires. We will visit the most characteristic places of the “Paris of America”. The Obelisk, Colon Theatre, Recoleta Cemetery, May square (surrounded by the cathedral, the Cabildo are some of the highlights that we will include in the tour. We will also visit La Boca neighborhood which was seat of immigrants - mainly Italians - and now home of some artists; San Telmo, traditional neighborhood where Tango performances can be seen in many bars and restaurants; the elegant Recoleta, and the most modern: Puerto Madero. Afternoon at leisure. We suggest walking around Buenos Aires (Best way to know the city!) At night we suggest visiting a Tango house to see a Tango performance.

DAY 3: BUENOS AIRES – MERCEDES - IBERA. Breakfast. Day at leisure. In the afternoon transfer to bus station for bus to Mercedes (aprox 19hs). Overnight in the bus, premium service. Another option is flying to Posadas and then private transfer to the marshlands.

DAY 4: IBERA Arrival to Mercedes in and transfer by 4x4 to Ibera Wetlands. Arrival by midday to Aguape Lodge. The Iberá marshes are one of the largest moist areas in the world. It is the second moist soil area in South America. It is one of the most important drinking water reserves in the continent and the largest protected area in Argentina.

The Natural Iberá Reserve, home of a significant variety of fauna, is a natural paradise unique in its type. It shelters the four animal species called the Province’s natural monuments, that is: the river wolf, the “aguará guazú”, the pampas deer and the marsh deer. It houses the two Alligator species existing in Argentina, the black one and the golden-colors one. Its ornithological wealth includes 350 different bird species. The Iberá lagoon is the epicenter of the reserve in which wild fauna-watching is beyond comparison. The Iberá Reserve is currently one of the most important wild life havens in the world. Aguape Lodge has programs that include excursion and full board.

DAY 5: IBERÁ. Breakfast. 25 bird’s species will be sharing this time with us. Later on Outing in Motorboat in the Marshes’ area. Excellent wild fauna watching: Capibaras, Alligators, Marsh deers, Neotropical Otters, and 350 bird species. Lunch in the lodge. Later, short trekking in the forest. Walking through the interpretation paths and virgin forest. Birdwatching. Visiting the Interpretation Center and the local rangers. Dinner at the lodge.

DAY 6: IBERÁ. Breakfast. In the morning, Excursion on motorboat for wildlife watching through the Miriñay river. Although similar to the first day excursion, the Miriñay is a somewhat wilder rougher area housing larger marsh deer as well as larger caiman. Also, caiman nesting with their caiman egg layers are seen during the incubating season. This is an excellent bird watching area. Return to the lodge for lunch. Afternoon at leisure. Night trekking tour along the Gallery Forest trails and the Cerrito Trail. Set sail at six pm. from our way to the Interpretation Centre of the Reserve as the sun sets in the Lagoon. Starting at nightfall the way along the Cerrito Trail through the different native forests, enjoying new sounds and exciting encounters with the harmless local fauna. Dinner at the lodge.

DAY 7: IBERA – IGUAZU Breakfast. We will leave the marshland toward the Iguazu Waterfalls. Stop at San Ignacio Jesuitic Ruins, declared World Heritage Site in 1984, which constitute a true journey to the very beginning of colonization and conquer of the New World. Later we will drive forward to Iguazu.

15 DAYS: BUENOS AIRES - IBERÁ - IGUAZÚ - NORTHWEST

DAY 8: IGUAZÚ Breakfast. In the morning we will go to the Brazilian side of the waterfalls. From the Brazilian side it is possible to have a panoramic view of waterfalls. Due to the fact that 80% of the falls belong to Argentina, the Brazilian park has to offer only a 1km walking trail, where you will have the best panoramic views of all of the falls from both countries. Located at the end of this trail, there is an elevator, which offers a wonderful view of the Brazilian park, and the "Floreano" fall. This tour length half day and do not include the entrance fee of the national park that should be pay in the entrance (aprox usd 25). After visiting th waterfalls we will go to Itaipu Dam, the second biggest dam in the world.

DAY 9: IGUAZÚ. Breakfast. In the morning excursion to the Argentinean side of the Iguazú National Park. Located inside the Iguazú National Park you will find more than 200 waterfalls, from 30 to 80mts high, which all together are called to be the "Iguazú Falls". The Argentine side of the falls is divided into 3 trails (Upper, inferior and Devils Throat). This tour takes you to visit part of the Iguazú National Park, declared Natural World Heritage in 1984. It preserves 67.000 ha. of giant trees, vines and ferns living with multicoloured butterflies, birds and other mammals, part of the rich local flora and fauna. We start the visit at the Local Museum and continue the tour with the Lower Trail, from where we can see among others, the “Two sisters Falls", the "Bossetti Fall", the "Hidden Fall", a panoramic view of "San Martin island” and the "Union Fall". Later we walk the Upper Trail shifting along walkways located above major falls up to the majestic "San Martin Fall” from where we have a panoramic view of the Brazilian falls. Finally, we go with the Train of the Jungle up to "Devil's Throat" station. From there, after a 1km walk along the catwalks, we come to the "Devil's Throat", where the Iguazú river speaks with all its strength and the falling water gives the illusion of magic rainbows. Then we return to the hotel.

DAY 10: IGUAZÚ – SALTA. Breakfast. Transfer to the airport. Flight to Salta (SLA). Arrival and transfer to the hotel.

DAY 11: SALTA – SALT FLATS - PURMAMARCA Excursion to San Antonio de los Cobres- Salinas Grandes- Purmamarca. Leaving Salta, we travel along the route parallel to the Train to the Cloud´s railway, through Quebrada del Toro (Bull´s Gorge), Visit to the pre-Inca city of Santa Rosa de Tastil, we´ll be able to visit the village, the Archaeological Museum and the pre-incaic ruins.

Continue to start the climb to reach the 4080 meters above sea level. At midday we arrive to San Antonio de Los Cobres. It takes a lunch break, to cross then the Route 40 up to Salinas Grandes, in Jujuy. Then began the descent through Cuesta de Lipán. Arrival to the Village of Purmamarca and the Seven Colors Hill.

DAY 12: PURMAMARCA – HUMAHUACA GORGE - SALTA. Breakfast. Departure of Purmamarca city to start the trip through Huamahuaca´s Gorge, declared a World Heritage Site, where the landscape and the colors of the hills merge with the cultures that inhabit this area. We continue towards the town of Tilcara where we visit the Pucará (ancient ruins), the Archaeological Museum, and Huacalera, and then we cross the Capricorn Tropic, from where the colors of La Pollera del Coya Hill can be seen and really good pictures taken because of the daylight. We visit Uquía and its church, where the paintings of the Arcabuceros Angels (important vestige in the zone of the Cuzqueña School) are kept. Arrival to Humahuaca will be at noon; this town has an important Church and the Independence Monument (the Indian) of the sculptor Soto Avendaño. After lunch we´ll observe, from the route, La Paleta del Pintor framing the town of Maimara. We continue to San Salvador de Jujuy. Finally, we return to Salta through National Route N° 9 of abundant subtropical vegetation. Arrival to Salta in the afternoon.

DAY 13: SALTA – CAFAYATE – SALTA. Breakfast. The journey starts from Salta city to the south, through route 68 and the Lerma Valley and its historical towns. We reach Quebrada de las Conchas (the Shell´s Gorge), where wind and water erosion carved curious shapes on the rocks: The Amphitheater, Devil´s throat, The Toad, The Castles, among others. When we arrive to Cafayate, we visit some wineries, famous for their production of Torrontés, with special characteristics due to the particularities of the climate and land. After lunch we return to Salta through the Shells´ Gorge and the Lerma Valley.

DAY 14: SALTA – BUENOS AIRES. Breakfast. Transfer to the airport for flight to Buenos Aires. Arrival and transfer to the hotel. Day at leisure. DAY 15 International flight. Breakfast. Transfer to the International Airport.

HIGHLIGHTS OF ARGENTINA

DAY 1: BUENOS AIRES Arrival at Buenos Aires Airport (Ezeiza – EZE). Transfer to the hotel Day ay leisure.

DAY 2: BUENOS AIRES Breakfast. In the morning city tour in Buenos Aires. This tour gives you the emotion of a multiple Buenos Aires. We will visit the most characteristic places of the “Paris of America”. The Obelisk, Colon Theatre, Recoleta Cemetery, May square (surrounded by the cathedral, the Cabildo, and the pink house where the president works) are some of the highlights that we will include in the tour. We will also visit La Boca neighborhood which was seat of immigrants - mainly Italians - and now home of some artists; San Telmo, traditional neighborhood where Tango performances can be seen in many bars and restaurants; the elegant Recoleta, and the most modern: Puerto Madero. At night Tango show with dinner.

DAY 3: BUENOS AIRES Breakfast. Day at leisure. We suggest: In the morning, tour to Delta of Tigre River. We will visit the northern area of Buenos Aires. As we pass through the parks and the beautiful buildings, we can see a sensational panoramic view of la Plata River, the widest river in the world. We will see Jorge Newbery Airport, River Plate Stadium, University of Buenos Aires, Olivos residence (where the president lives). Then we will arrive to Tigre where we will begin our navigation into the Parana Delta. Hundreds of islands are part of this unique ecosystem that it is located only 20km distance from Buenos Aires. We will return to the city in the coast train that connects the most elegant residential areas facing the River. The last part of the tour will be done by bus.

DAY 4: BUENOS AIRES – IGUAZÚ Breakfast. Transfer to airport. Flight to Iguazú (IGR). Arrival and transfer to the hotel.

DAY 5: IGUAZÚ Breakfast. In the morning excursion to the Argentinean side of the Iguazú National Park, where you will find more than 200 waterfalls, from 30 to 80mts high, which all together are called to be the "Iguazú Falls". The Argentine side of the falls is divided into 3 trails (Upper, inferior and Devils Throat). This tour takes you to visit part of the Iguazú National Park. It preserves 67.000 ha. of giant trees, vines and ferns living with multicoloured butterflies, birds and other mammals all of them part of the rich local flora and fauna. We start the visit at the Local Museum and continue the tour with the Lower Trail, from where we can see among others, the " Two sisters Falls", the "Bossetti Fall", the "Hidden Fall", a panoramic view of "San Martin island " and the

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"Union Fall". Later we walk the Upper Trail shifting along walkways up to the majestic "San Martin Fall” from where we have a panoramic view of the Brazilian falls. Finally, we go with the Train of the Jungle up to "Devil's Throat" station. From there, after 1km walk, we come to the spectacular "Devil's Throat", where the Iguazú river speaks with all its strength and the falling water gives the illusion of magic rainbows.

DAY 6: IGUAZÚ Breakfast. In the morning Excursion to Brazilian side of the waterfalls. Once inside the park, visitors will be astonished by its neatness, beauty and extension (175.000 has). For sure nature will welcome them with fantastic colorful butterfly's, which are a delight to watch as they fly in hundreds, offering a great natural show. Due to the fact that 80% of the falls belong to Argentina, the Brazilian park has to offer only one walking trail, of about 1000m of length. From this trail you will have the best panoramic views, of all of the falls from both countries. Located at the end of this trail, there is an elevator, which offers a wonderful view of the Brazilian park, and the "Floreano" fall. For sure one of the most beautiful views in this park.

DAY 7: IGUAZÚ - BARILOCHE Breakfast. Transfer to the airport. Flight to Bariloche (BRC). Arrival and transfer to the hotel.

DAY 8: BARILOCHE Breakfast. In the morning, Small circuit tour, half a day duration. Generally it is the first excursion one does and thus, the first contact with the landscape of the region. It is approximately 60 kilometers long and it begins and ends in San Carlos de Bariloche, following lake Nahuel Huapi’s waterfront (biggest lake of the whole region - 55.700 hectares) along a paved road called Avenida Ezequiel Bustillo. We will make a stop at the chairlift of Cerro Campanario, which will let us have a magnificent view from 1050 m.a.s.l. As we continue we will reach the entrance to the San Pedro Peninsula and at kilometer 24, we will be at the Llao Llao peninsula. Here our attention will be drawn to the St. Eduard’s Chapel, Puerto Pañuelo and the link grounds of the Llao Llao Hotel strategically located between lakes Moreno and Nahuel Huapi. A few kilometers further the road links again with Avenida Bustillo and we will be heading back to the city of San Carlos de Bariloche.

DAY 9: BARILOCHE Breakfast. Day free, we suggest Navigation to Victoria Island & Arrayanes Forrest (30 minutes boat travel). This trip begins at Puerto Pañuelo. Once on the island, our suggestion is to spend time trekking it. The native species such as cypresses coihues and ñires cohabit with huge sequoias,

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thujas, eucalyptus, oak and pinecones. Something similar happens with the fauna. Such species as the native “pudu pudu” or dwarf deer cohabits with the wild boar or jabalí, European deer, pheasant and plenty of birds. From Isla Victoria we will continue the trip by boat towards Puerto Quetrihue located to the south of the peninsula that bares the same name.

eighth wonder in the world.

DAY 15: CALAFATE

Breakfast. Transfer to the airport. Flight to Trelew (REL). Arrival and transfer to Puerto Madryn.

Breakfast. Day free, we suggest Full day Navigation All Glaciers. Another extraordinary excursion recommended in El Calafate is the navigation to the northern arm of the Lake Argentino. In this excursion we will watch the amazing Upsala glacier, which is the biggest glacier of the south area of the National Park. Also we will se the Spegazzini Glacier that has the highest wall of the park, 135 meters and the Onellis Glacier.

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Breakfast. In the morning excursion to Peninsula Valdez. This full day tour start early in the morning. We get into peninsula through the Carlos Ameghino isthmus. We will continue our trip to Caleta Valdez and Punta Delgada or Punta Norte, depending upon fauna and season. Returning we will stop at Puerto Piramides, tourist village where you can take our nautical trip to see sea fauna and the peninsula landscapes. From May to December you can do the whale watching tour. Leaving the peninsula we will watch a sea lions colony next to Punta Piramide.

Breakfast. Transfer to the airport. Flight to Ushuaia (USH). Arrival and transfer to the hotel.

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DAY 12: PUERTO MADRYN Breakfast. Day at leisure. We suggest excursion to Punta Tombo. Punta Tombo was established as a Natural Protected Area in 1979 and it is the habitat of the largest Magellan Penguin colony in the world with a total of 175,000 reproductive pairs. In this excursion you will stay about two hours and a half in order to observe the penguins, their behaviour and way of living. You will be able to se other animals like gumps, armadillos. Ñandues, foxes, etc. In our way back to Puerto Madryn, we will visit the city of Trelew. Then we will continue up to Gaiman, where we will do a brief city tour and taste the traditional Welsh tea. After a prudential time, we will return to Puerto Madryn arriving at 18.30hs approximately.

DAY 13: PUERTO MADRYN - CALAFATE Breakfast. Transfer to the Airport for flight to Calafate (FTE). Arrival and transfer to the hotel. Day at leisure.

DAY 14: EL CALAFATE Breakfast. In the morning transfer to Perito Moreno Glacier. We will drive 80km next to Argentino Lake until we reach Los Glaciares National park. We will park in the footbridge area where we will admire the Perito Moreno Glacier. From the intermediate balcony you appreciate the northern area of the glacier at its best. The Perito Moreno is the only glacier that maintains its balance. At times, gentle, quiet, freezing both time and the atmosphere. As the locals from El Calafate proudly announce, the Perito Moreno glacier has come to be considered as the

DAY 17: USHUAIA Breakfast. Excursion to Tierra del Fuego National Park. On this Half day trip, we will visit the only National Park of the Island. It is located 12km to the west of Ushuaia City, near the Chilean border. In the National Park, we will watch the local flora made of lengas, cherry tree, ñires, and different species of shrubs and flowers. The fauna comprises local and introduced species such as red wolves, beavers, rabbits and many bird species. Ensenada Bay, Roca Lake and Lapataia Lake are the touristic places that we will visit. We will visit the train station of the End of the World Train. In the afternoon we suggest navigation on to the beagle channel, visit Les Eclaireurs lighthouse and the penguin’s island.

DAY 18: USHUAIA Breakfast. Day at leisure. We suggest Excursion to Fagnano and Escondido Lake. We will pass by several mountains ranges and part of the Andes sorrounded by sphagnum bog valleys, glaciers and cascades in the middle of the Patagonian Forest. Once in Paso Garibaldi, we will be able to see spectacular views of the lakes Escondido and Fagano. After that, we will make a short stop at Lake Escondido so as to see the esmerald-green waters. We will begin the decrease up to coming to the zone of Lake Fagnano, one of the biggest lakes in South America. From there we will initiate the return to the city, stopping before to taste the typical roast of lamb fueguino.

DAY 19: USHUAIA – BUENOS AIRES Breakfast. Transfer to the airport. Flight to Buenos Aires. Arrival and transfer to the hotel.

DAY 20 International flight. Breakfast. Transfer to Ezeiza International Airport.

OFF THE BEATEN ROUTE

DAY 1: BUENOS AIRE

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Arrival and reception at the airport. Transfer to the hotel. Night at leisure.

Breakfast. Drive to San Jose de Jachal. A path strewn with history and framed by a landscape of painted valley and slopes you arrive to this town where tradition lives in its fullest. Every November there is the national day of tradition with participation of local and national artists. Ranches, typical historic sites, museums or wooden artisanal and textiles, San Jose de Jachal is the point of unveiling regional idiosyncrasies. The town belongs to the Tourist Circuit Jachal Rodeo, Valley Resort and Jachal Church. The rustically beautiful Rodeo stands north of the province of San Juan attracting lovers of traditional tourism and leisure. Conditioning with an exclusive hosting infrastructure and services, this invites people to walk the roads that come off him thus accessing the various attractions and activities scattered throughout the Valley. Overnight in San Jose de Jachal.

DAY 3: BUENOS AIRES Breakfast. Day at leisure in Buenos Aires.

DAY 4: BUENOS AIRES – MENDOZA Breakfast. Transfer to the domestic airport for flight to Mendoza. Arrival and pick up rental car at the airport. Drive to the hotel in Mendoza. In the afternoon, you can take a city tour where you can try to immerse ourselves into the local culture, key aspect to understand wine production process. By exploring the city yourself or book a citytour it will allows you to know Mendoza city, one of the most beautiful cities of Argentina. We suggest you to visit the old city, where Mendoza was born, and you can stop in Alameda, the downtown, the Civic Center, General San Martin Park and see Cerro de la Gloria hill, mundialista stadium and Frank Romero Day amphitheater, which is the central stage of Vintage national festival. Overnight in Mendoza

DAY 5: MENDOZA Breakfast. Day at leisure to explore the region of Mendoza.

DAY 6: MENDOZA – SAN JUAN Breakfast. Drive to the Capital San Juan. Situated in a picturesque surrounding with hills, streams and creeks. The perfect place for whom is looking for a place to enjoy the nature at his best. A tour through the cellars of San Juan where tradition and technology are combined in order to distinguish from the rest of the world in terms of producing wine. During a wine tour the secrets about the wine production will be unraveled. Every year in February Fiesta Nacional del Sol will be held. The modern architecture with large streets and colorful lanes, the city of San Juan is well worth a visit with its beautiful nature and recreational and cultural activities. Optional: winetour

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DAY 8: SAN JOSE DE JACHAL – VILLA UNION Breakfast, drive to Villa Union. Villa Union is the right place to visit the national park of Talampaya and Park provincial Ischigualasto with Valle de la Luna. Overnight in Villa Union.

DAY 9: VILLA UNION Breakfast. Day at leisure to explore the beautiful surroundings of Villa Union.

DAY 10: VILLA UNION – CHILECITO Breakfast in hotel. A drive will lead you to the next place Chilecito stands as one of the major population centers of the La Rioja province. Nature can be enjoyed in all its glory, multiple circuits invite you to know detail by detail the city valleys and moutain tours. Geological, mining itineraries and risky routes with adrenaline activities will incorporate unforgettable and unique experiences surrounded by perfect Rioja landscape. Chilecito is also rich in cultural heritage in terms of museum, old churches and archeological sites. All different activities will give you an impression of the Chileciteña life. Overnight in Chilecito.

DAY 11: CHILECITO - BELEN Breakfast. In its fertile valleys cultivated walnut, grapes and anise while its fauna is constituted predominantly by vicunas and llamas. Regional wineries invite you to enjoy its flavors. Farallon Mining Black is the place where gold and silver are extracted as most important minerals. The termal baths are recommended to visit.

DAY 12: USHUAIA Breakfast. Drive to Cafayate. Cafayate is known the Torrontés wine region. This place is considered as the unequal in the world because of the special characteristics of the place such as the weather, ground, high altitude, humidity, and also due to its production process. The wineries of the region also produce other varieties for instance Cabernet sauvignon, Chardonnay, Malbec and syrah. Night in Cafayate.

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DAY 13: CAFAYATE Day at leisure in Cafayate. You can visit the several Bodegas in the area such as Winery Nanni. Nanni, has the only wine in the area with National Certificate for being Organic. You can also bring a visit to the Wine museum in Cafayate. Cafayate is also known of its beautiful nature. Quebrada de las Conchas or also called Quebrada de Cafayate is something you cannot miss. When you follow Ruta 68 you will drive along many different sculptures in all different sizes and beautiful colors because of the various minerals in the rocks. You can have nice walks though this area. Overnight in Cafayate.

DAY 14: CAFAYATE – CACHI Breakfast. Drive to Cachi. A beautiful drive will lead you to the picturesque town Cachi. On your way you can make a stop at the very small but beautiful village Molinos. As soon as you arrive in Cachi you have time at leisure to explore the village or you can walk to a viewing point close to the village with on top of the hill a colorful cemetery. Overnight in Cachi.

Day 15: CACHI – SALTA Breakfast. Today you will drive to Salta. This will be the first day you will not follow Ruta 40. Before leaving Cachi you have a very good view of Nevado de cachi and Payogasta. During this trip you will cross Los Cardones national Park along the straight line of Tin Tin (ancient Inca Road). The highest point of the trip, Piedra del Molino (Mill Stone), has 3.348 meters above sea level. The Cuesta del Obispo (Bishop’s Cliff) is a winding mountain road where you can enjoy a viewpoint of the Enchanted Valley and the small houses with their corn and fruit crops. Before you reach Salta you will drive through the Lerma Valley and its historical towns for instance El Carril, Chicoana and Los Laureles. Overnight in Salta.

his best. The best time of the day is early morning or later afternoon. In the village a lot of people sell their hand made clothes, bags and other souvenirs. Overnight in Purmamarca.

Day 18: PURMAMARCA Breakfast. Today is a day at leisure. From Purmamarca it is easy to visit the Salinas Grandes. A beautiful drive will lead you to this breathtaking place where you can make the most beautiful pictures of kilometers of Salt. Another option is to visit the Ruins of Pucara in Tilcara. Tilcara is another, bigger village nearby Purmamarca where you can visit the ruins or where you can join a Llama Caravan. If you like to do a Llama caravan, it is also possible in combination with a visit to the Salinas grandes. Optional: Llama caravan. Overnight in Purmamarca.

Day 19: PURMAMARCA – SALTA Breakfast. Today you can drive back to Salta via Salinas Grandes. This will be a long trip, but very nice if want to take that time. Another possibility is to drive directly to the Salta to enjoy the city a little bit more and explore the places you have not seen yet. Overnight in Salta.

Day 20: SALTA Breakfast and turn in rental car at airport for flight back.

Day 16: SALTA Breakfast. After breakfast you will join a citytour through the also called Salta La Linda (beautiful Salta). After the citytour we can recommend you to take the cabin lift to the San Bernardo Mountain. From here you have a spectacular view over Salta. At night you can go to the Balcarce Street to enjoy a delicious dinner with live music. Overnight in Salta.

Day 17: SALTA – PURMAMARCA Breakfast. Another beautiful road will lead you to Purmamarca. Purmamarca is a beautiful little, photogenic and picturesque village with the 7 colored mountain as eyecatcher. From the village you can walk to the viewing point or drive to another viewing point to see the mountain at

NATURAL ARGENTINA

DAY 1: BUENOS AIRES Arrival and transfer to the hotel. Day at leisure.

DAY 4: BUENOS AIRES – EL CALAFATE Breakfast. Transfer to the airport. Flight to El Calafate. Arrivalandtransfertothehotel.

Day 5: EL CALAFATE Breakfast. In the morning Perito Moreno Glacier Tour and Minitrekking: We will drive 80km next to Argentino Lake until we reach Los Glaciares National park. It is incredible how different it is the vegetation next to Andes. We will drive following Brazo Rico (arm of Argentino Lake) till we arrive to the whisper turn, there we will find the amazing Perito Moreno Glacier. At the beginning of the footbridge area, the guide will give us a brief explanation and show the way. Before reaching the first balcony, you will observe the plate with the statement of World Heritage of Mankind, granted by the UNESCO in 1981; and farther on, two informative stands about glacier processes and the formation of the Perito Moreno in particular. Every viewpoint offers a new perspective. From the entrance of the footbridge area, there is a distance of 400 meters to the lowest

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balcony, the closest to the front of the glacier. The intermediate balcony is the best place to appreciate the northern area of the glacier with a good sight of the Canal de los Témpanos and towards the left of this viewpoint is the second balcony, right opposite the glacier. Even if the largest glaciers in the Park are the Viedma and the Upsala, the Perito Moreno is a large sized glacier located only 200 meters over sea level, which enables to reach its very front easily, not like the other glaciers, which can only be accessed after trekking or sailing for a while. The Perito Moreno is the only glacier that maintains its balance, that is to say, all the ice mass it receives from its source basin in the winter is gradually lost in its front during the summer. We will also do Minitrekking Tour over the glacier: We will sail during 20 minutes till we arrive in the Southern side of the glacier and descended along an improvised staircase. After a brief chat in the shelter to coordinate the excursion, we will start the hiking, first across a little forest of lengas and ñires and then along the border of the lake to the edge of the ice.The guides will give you a full explanation about glacier formations and the Perito Moreno in particular. Finally, you will get to the area where we will provide you the crampons and give you precise instructions to walk on ice. Now, the glacier was at our feet. Countless cracks, drains, small lagoons and fragmented ice blocks called seracs, form a boundless and captivating space. A little bit more, and everything turned into the universes of Ray Bradbury. Sparkling whites, deep blues, light crystals. Small waterfalls below, threads of pure water that invite you to drink. It seemed incredible to know that, even if it looked impossible, the Perito Moreno slides one and a half meter in its central part and 40 centimeters on its sides every day, thus changing its appearance day by day, and forcing the guides to modify their circuits periodically.

DAY 6: EL CALAFATE Breakfast. In the morning Leal Cruise at Argentinean Lake: Transfer from the hotels in El Calafate to Paraje Punta Bandera. Boarding at 9:00/8:30 a.m. at the company’s own dock “La Soledad” (Bahía Tranquila, Paraje Punta Bandera). The navigation starts towards the northwest, crossing Punta Avellaneda and Boca del Diablo, the narrowest passage in the lake with almost 800 meters. After two hours of navigation, the series of ice floes, of the most varied colors and shapes, anticipates the proximity of Upsala glacier. If the weather conditions are good, we will observe the Upsala glacier at the distance. We continue navigating Lago Argentino towards the South, taking the Canal Spegazzini in order to reach the glacier that bears the same name. Lunch is served amidst this stunning landscape. Towards the afternoon, the Crucero Leal will arrive at Puesto de Las Vacas (an extremely quiet bay in the Canal Spegazzini), where its engines will be stopped to let passengers share amusing walk. In this stop, it is possible to see stunning panoramic views. Once onboard, we will return through Brazo Norte and get back to the boarding dock La Soledad at 6:00/ 6:30 a.m.

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DAY 7: EL CALAFATE – USHUAIA

DAY 11: GARIBALDI GLACIER – PIA GLACIER – ALLEY GLACIER

Breakfast. Transfer to the airport. Flight to Ushuaia. Arrival and transfer to the hotel.

In the morning, we will enter Garibaldi Fjord where we will disembark for a hike through the forest up to a glacial waterfall. For those who stay onboard, our Captain will point the bow towards the beautiful blue Garibaldi Glacier. In the afternoon we will navigate along the Northwest arm of the Beagle Channel to reach Pia Fjord, where we disembark. We will then take a short hike to gain a panoramic view of the Pia Glacier, which extends from the mountaintops down to the sea. After we will continue our voyage along the Beagle Channel through the majestic Glacier Alley.

DAY 8: USHUAIA Breakfast. In the morning Seal Island Navigation: Once we have boarded at the tourist port “Don Eduardo Arturo Brisighelli”, we start the navigation on the Beagle Channel, watching the panoramic views of the city, the bay and the Andes Range from the sea. We continue the navigation passing by the pioneer “estancias” where we will observe the unusual trees with the branches leaning entirely to one side, this shape is the result of the strong wind. We continue the navigation toward the lighthouse of Les Eclaireurs. On our way back, we visit the Island of the Sea Lions and the Island of the Birds, where we approach the coast and make a stop in order to watch them and photograph them from the ship. We continue through the Bridges Islands until the Paso Chico which marks the entry to the Ushuaia bay, where the excursion ends. Afternoon at leisure. We suggest Helicopter tour, we fly over the city, eastern section of the island, the edgy of our emblematic, Olivia Mountain, Olivia River Valley, until we reach the Emerald lagoon, which as it is formed by melted ice from a glaciar, has a wonderful emerald color. We return to the city, culminating with the charming Bay of Ushuaia.

DAY 9: USHUAIA – AUSTRALIS CRUISE Breakfast. Transfer to the port. Check in between 10:00 and 16:00 at 409 San Martín Street. Board the M/V Stella Australis cruise ship at 17:30. After a welcoming cocktail reception hosted by the Captain and his crew, the M/V Stella Australis will depart for one of the remotest parts of the planet. Our voyage will take us through the Strait of Magellan and Beagle Channel to explore one of the most breathtaking wilderness regions in the world: Southern Patagonia, which includes the Tierra del Fuego archipelago.

DAY 10: CAPE HOREN – WULAIA BAY We will be sailing through Murray Channel and Nassau Bay to reach Cape Horn National Park, where, weather permitting, we shall go ashore. The legendary Cape Horn was discovered in 1616 and is a sheer 425-meter (1,394-foot) high rocky promontory. For many years it was an important navigation route between the Pacific and the Atlantic, and is referred to as the ‘End of the Earth’. The park was declared a World Biosphere Reserve by UNESCO in 2005. In the afternoon, we will go ashore at historic Wulaia Bay, originally the site of one of the region’s largest Yamana aboriginal settlements. Charles Darwin landed there in 1833 during his voyage on the HMS Beagle. This area is also renowned for the mesmerizing beauty of its vegetation and geography. We will take an enchanted walk through the Magellan Forest of lengas, coigües, canelos, ferns, and other endemic vegetation, to reach a panoramic viewpoint.

DAY 12: USHUAIA – PUERTO MADRYN Disembarkation is scheduled at 08:00. The perfect opportunity to enjoy the city and its spectacular scenery. Transfer to the airport. Flight to Trelew. Arrival and transfer to the hotel in Puerto Madryn.

DAY 13: PUERTO MADRYN Breakfast. In the morning Peninsula de Valdez tour. After traveling for 77 kms we will arrive at Istmo Carlos Ameghino, the gate to the Península Valdés Provincial Reserve. In the Interpretative Centre you will receive information about flora, fauna, geography and history. Puerto Pirámide, a tourist village lies 25 kms ahead. From there we will be able to board a ship and start the whale watching adventure. The whale watching adventure last for 01:30 hs. and the navigation agency provides life jacket and general information. IMPORTANT: Whale watching navigation depends on whales season, from June to December.

DAY 14: PUERTO MADRYN Breakfast. In the morning Safari El Pedral Tour: Driving through gravel road from Puerto Madryn to Pedral (73 km), the typical Patagonian steppe landscape. Once inside the Estancia you will arrive at the sheep stockyard and know the facilities. The trip continues driving towards the Atlantic Ocean. The coastline in Pedral is dominated by high cliffs that drop straight down to the beach. This also allows excellent sights of fauna, such as elephant seals, whales, penguins and orcas. In Pedral we can see the marine fauna both from the cliffs and from its long beaches. All along the way, you will see typical fauna of the Patagonian. Then you will take a walk to the beach, down the Fossils´ Canyon and have a close up of the elephant seal colony. Leaving the steppe behind, you will reach the coastline, with a view of this unusual geological formation, “El Pedral”, which is a 9 km long, 900 meters wide natural stone quarry coming into the ocean, with a depth of 8 meters.

DAY 15: PUERTO MADRYN – BUENOS AIRES Breakfast. Transfer to the airport. Flight to Buenos Aires. Arrival and connecting transfer to International airport. Arrival and transfer to the hotel. Day at leisure.

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Passengers shall read them and be familiar with its content. » Transfers: In case of hiring transfer options, a representative will be waiting for the passenger at the airport with the passenger’s or company’s name tag sign (all the information may be found in the corresponding voucher). If, by any reason, contact with the representative proves wrong, the passenger must immediately get in touch with the service provider operator which appears in his/her voucher. Hired land services which do not have a designated pick up time must be coordinated directly with the service provider company upon arrival. Should there be a delay, cancellation or changing in any of the flights (even so for actual connections) it is advisable for the passenger to inform of any changes to the destination’s representative (this information is included in the voucher) and/or to Esteros Viajes in order to guarantee his/her transfer to the final destination should this service be hired. » Flights: The flight schedules are arranged and/or modified by the airline companies. Esteros Viajes will best assist passengers but will not own up to the damages those alterations may cause them. Delays and flight cancellations which may affect the original schedule must be complained locally at the airline company, given that they are not Esteros Viajes responsibility and, therefore, do not imply liability to the operator. » In case of rescheduling on behalf of the airline company which will require a non-scheduled overnight stay during the trip, the passenger must request the airline company to be placed in a hotel and cover his/her transfer expenses. Do not leave the airport and decide to pay the overnight yourself until the airline company relocates you; should you proceed this way it will be impossible to get a refund from the airline. As a consequence of the latter, the passenger may not arrive on schedule at the destination. If this is the case, the hotel will not refund the overnight fee as it will consider the passenger’s deed a no show given it is not the hotel’s responsibility either. In some extreme cases such as rescheduling for climate effects, airline companies are not obliged to take charge on the hotel expenses, food, transfers and other possible expenses. » Accomodation: Passengers must be aware of each of the hotel’s schedules for check out time (generally at midday). If the passenger has a flight after the check out time it does not imply he/she may keep the room until he/she leaves without having properly arranged it with the hotel. Passengers are responsible for the charges the hotel may submit them for not complying with the schedules. In case the passenger arrives prior to the check in time, it is necessary to wait until the room is delivered. » Luggage: These itineraries allow only one suitcase or bag. Passengers will have to check in advance the amount and weight each airline company agrees to. It is the passenger’s responsibility to comply with this requirement or, otherwise, pay the overweight. In case the luggage is lost in any of the flights the complaint must be made locally to the airline company. A complaint carried out after arriving back to the origin country hardly succeeds, Esteros Viajes not being accountable for these proceedings. During the trip, passengers are responsible for the loss, stealing or misplacing of any personal belongings. » Visas and IDs: It is the passenger’s responsibility to apply for all the necessary papers for the trip such as Visa for those countries which require one, health permits, legal permits for underage citizens travelling alone, etc. Passengers passports must have a validity of at least six months as of the return date to departure country, and also two following blank pages for entrance stamping. If not, it is the passenger’s responsibility to arrange for another passport. The passenger is the sole responsible of the loss or stealing of any flying paper (Visa, passport, plane tickets, travelling documents, permits, etc.), and must own up to any corresponding cost which is necessary for its recovery. » Refunds: Once the trip has began there will be no refund for the services which are not used, cancelled days, change of cities or any other change to the original schedule when these deeds rely on the passenger’s will or third party entities (guides, hotels, transfer people, airport employees, etc.) who do not belong to Esteros Viajes. If by any other external cause the hired service providers may not partially or fully provide these services, the organizing travel agency will only facilitate on the user’s account the refund of the corresponding fee leaving out any other commitment. The travel agency will not be liable for the consequences that any flight delay or cancellation, general damages, luggage or other belongings loss, stealings, injuries, accidents, illnesses, strikes, hotel or airline bankrupcy, wars, pandemics, natural disasters or any other cause out of the agency’s reach may have on the passenger during his/her journey.

Cancellation policies » Accomodation for individual travelers:Free from charge cancellation up to 30 days previous to the check in date except for a U$80 fee per passenger in terms of administration expenses. One night penalty per room per hotel when cancelling between 30 to 21 days prior to check in date. Two night penalty per room per hotel when cancelling between 20 to 15 days prior to check in date. There is no refund for cancellations made within the 14 previous days to the check in date. Between December 10th. and January 10th., Mardi Grass, Wine Harvest, ski season (July-August 13th.), Holy Week and special events weeks there will be no refund. » Land services: (Transfers airport/hotel, half or full day tours): Free of charge cancellation up to 15 days prior to the service date. 30% penalty fee for cancellations between 14 to 10 days prior to the service date. There will be no refund for cancellations within the 9 days prior to the service date. Cruises: Conditions vary according to the different sailing companies but you should bear in mind that once the booking is confirmed there will be no free of charge cancellations. Check cancellation policies for each specific case. » Flights: Conditions vary according to the different airline companies but it is important to bear in mind that once the flight ticket is submitted there will be no free of charge cancellation and, in some cases, refunds are not even accepted. Check cancellation policies for each specific case. Packages which include flight tickets are herein considered.