Day 2  El Chalten 3/31
Travel day
An early morning flight sweeps us south to the mighty Andes of Patagonia. We’ll arrive in El Calafate, where we’ll be transported to El Chalten, gateway to the spectacular Glacieres National Park. We will arrive in time for an afternoon of personal exploration. There are several easy hikes and nearby lakes to explore. We’ll gather for dinner in our hotel tonight.

Day 3 El Chalten 4/1
Los Glacieres NP activities
We will enjoy an easy half-day hike in the stunning Los Glaciers region. Our goal is the stunningly situated Laguna Capri, with its spectacular views of Mount Fitz Roy, the signature peak of the park. Free time options include hiking further toward the mighty Andes, other short hikes, horseback riding, or relaxing in our beautiful hotel.

Los Cerros (2 nights)  https://loscerrosdelchalten.com.ar/

Day 4 El Calafate 4/2 Miradores los Condores
Our day begins with an optional early morning hike to nearby Miradores los Condores for some sunrise photography and golden alpenglow of the Los Glaciers peaks. Contemplating the panoramic views is a great way to say goodbye to El Chalten. After a hardy breakfast, we’ll commence with the scenic drive south to El Calafate. Upon arrival, you’ll have a free afternoon to explore at your own pace.

Day 5 El Calafate 4/3  Perito Moreno
Today we embark on an excursion to the impressive Perito Moreno glacier. This massive river of ice terminates in an ice wall that is 3 miles wide, with an average height of 240 feet above the surface of the crystal blue waters of Lake Argentino. Our local guide will explain the dynamics of glaciation and take us to all the best boardwalk viewing locations. Then we’ll board a boat for a cruise on the lake, with up close views of the glacier terminus. We’ll enjoy the explosive dynamics of iceberg calving from this unique perspective.

Hotel TBD (2 nights)

Day 6 Puerto Natales 4/4  Torres del Paine NP
Departing El Calafate, we’ll drive south to Chile and mighty Torres del Paine National Park. Upon arrival, we’ll loop explore the eastern perimeter. Goals today are Laguna Azul, the Rio Paine waterfalls, and western vistas of the impressive Los Torres pinnacles. In the late afternoon we’ll continue to Puerto Natales.

Day 7 Puerto Natales 4/5  Torres del Paine NP
Today after breakfast, we’ll  make a day-long excursion to famed Torres del Paine National Park, crown jewel of Patagonia. We’ll intersperse light hiking with scenic overlooks and photo stops. Among the possible destinations are Salto Grande, Cuernos del Paine Nordenskjold Lake, and Pehoe Lake. We will picnic for lunch and return to Natales in the afternoon. We’ll gather for a final dinner together, sharing memories and highlights.

Day 8 Tour over 4/6
Tour over after breakfast. Imprint will assist with airport transfers.

Hotel TBD (2 nights)

Day 1  Buenos Aires 3/26 Asado Dinner
For those including Iguazu, we’ll have an early evening (5:00PM) briefing of the next few days’ activities, and then enjoy a classic Asado dinner together. Asado is the quintessential Argentine social and culinary gathering. We’ll be hosted by our favorite local guide Xavier in his home where he will grill a variety of local specialties on his rooftop terrace.
Tango de Mayo Hotel (1 night)   http://www.tango-hotel.com.ar/ 

Day 2  Iguazu
After breakfast we’ll have a morning’s guided tour of the city with Xavier. Highlights include Plaza de Mayo and the colorful La Boca/Caminito neighborhood. In the afternoon we’ll be transferred to AEP Buenos Aires Jorge Newbery airport for our afternoon flight to Puerto Iguazu, the Argentine gateway to the mighty falls. Upon arrival we’ll be transported to our hotel where you’ll have free evening to settle in.

Day 3  Iguazu - Argentine side
Our visit to the Argentinian side of Iguazu today allows us to get up close to the waterfalls via a series of boardwalks, including one to the very crest of the mighty Devil’s Throat cascade. A series of well-designed walkways and viewing platforms gives us access to many of the other dozens of cascades. Then we’ll take a boat ride to the base of the falls for an even more exhilarating experience.

Day 4  Iguazu - Brazilian side
This morning we will head across the border to the Brazilian side of the falls. From here we get panoramic views of the falls and enjoy a boardwalk that takes us to the base of the Devil’s Throat. Additionally, an optional helicopter ride over the falls is available on this side. Your late afternoon is free for independent explorations.

O2 Hotel Iguazu (3 nights)  https://www.o2hoteliguazu.com/ 

Day 5  Extension Over
The extension ends with breakfast. Imprint will assist with airport transfers to begin your journey home.  For those continuing to the Patagonia tour, we’ll have a liesurly morning and early afternoon flight back to Buenos Aires. We’ll be transferred to our hotel and you’ll have a free evening. For those interested, we can experience some authentic Tango late in the evening. 

Tango de Mayo Hotel (1 night)   http://www.tango-hotel.com.ar/