Compare El Calafate & The Glaciers by Say Hueque vs Buenos Aires & Calafate by Great Value Vacations
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| Duration | 3 days | 8 days |
| Price From | $ 745 | $ 3,865 |
| Price Per Day | $ 248 | $ 483 |
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| Trip Style | Self-guided tour | Self-guided tour |
| Lodging Level | Standard | Standard |
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| Flights & Transport | Ground transport included | Airfare included |
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In this 3-day adventurous tour, Perito Moreno Glacier will be the highlight. It is arguably one of the most impressive natural wonders in Patagonia and a “must-see” for all visitors! Only 50 miles away from the bustling town of El Calafate, visiting Perito Moreno Glacier is a bucket-list destination for many travelers. |
Amazing Argentina is calling! Your adventure begins in Buenos Aires, the perfect blend of vibrant city life with South American style. The old-world charm of this modern city can be felt in both the culture and architecture. Explore famous squares, historic buildings, and eclectic art galleries during the day, then hit the town and take in some tango at night! After a comfortable flight to Calafate, your exploration of the country's most majestic wonders begins. Enjoy two days worth of tours in the breathtaking Los Glaciares National Park, where you'll see two of its most famous glaciers: the massive Upsala Glacier, and the beautiful and historically significant Perito Moreno Glacier. Enjoy walking tours through the catwalks, motorboat outings, and trekking over the thousand year old ice mass. |
Day 1: Welcome to your 3-day tour in El Calafate - 4WD Trip to Tehuelches' Caves
Transfer from El Calafate airport to your hotel – Day at leisure
Southern Patagonia welcomes you with open arms. Upon arrival, we will bring you to your hotel and have the remainder of your day to relax or explore the surroundings.
El Calafate is a starting point for adventure-seeking travelers who chase to unearth the most spellbinding natural wonders of Patagonia, like the Perito Moreno Glacier.
The Perito Moreno Glacier is one of the only glaciers in the world that’s still advancing. Though it’s not the only glacier in the area, it’s the one that made the city of El Calafate famous worldwide. For many years now, El Calafate has been considered the capital of the glaciers. Located at the shore of Lago Argentino (the southernmost, largest Patagonian lake) it’s also home to the Spegazzini glacier, which forms the natural border between Argentina and Chile, and the Upsala Glacier, named Glaciar del Gigante (Giant’s glacier). It’s the biggest glacier that sits at the mouth of Lake Argentino.
But there is much more to see in El Calafate than glaciers. Make the most of your free day and discover other secret gems of the region.
Day 2: Mayo Trek Spirit & Perito Moreno Glacier Tour
Meet the icy giant of Patagonia
Start the day with a pick-up at your hotel, travel to Puerto Bandera, and embark on an 8-hour nautical safari to discover secluded glaciers and waterfalls of Glacier National Park that can be only reached by boat!
Sail Mayo Channel and disembark on Toro Bay to hike through the Patagonian forest; your specialized guide will tell you about the vegetation of this area (very different from other kinds inside the park) and show you the millenary cherry tree and its 3-meter-in diameter trunk.
Set sail again to reach the Cerro Negro (Black Hill) and make a half-mile soft hike to the base of the hill to admire the hanging Black Glacier. Enjoy your free time in this place that not many travelers have seen, before departing for our third stop, the famous Perito Moreno Glacier. Our boat will pass by the immense icy wall -take your beanie and grab your camera, you may see a piece of ice breaking!- before stopping at Puerto Moreno. Enjoy your free time, wander the traditional catwalk circuit that surrounds the glacier before sailing back to Puerto Bandera, and be driven back to El Calafate.
4WD trip to Tehuelches’ Caves
In the afternoon, we will pick you up at your hotel to enjoy an excursion in a 4×4 vehicle along the shore of Argentino Lake. You are entering the lands of the Tehuelches. Enjoy the sight of their ancient caves and wild paintings at the lakeshore. Explore the original landscapes of the natives, enjoy a 3-course lunch, and live the experience of eating inside a Tehuelche cave. At the end of the experience, we’ll drive you back to your hotel in El Calafate.
Day 3: The end of your 3-day tour in El Calafate
Transfer from your hotel to the airport
At the appropriate time, we will drive you to the airport where you’ll take your flight to your next destination. This is the end of your tour to the Perito Moreno Glacier and the city of El Calafate. Don’t be discouraged! You can return whenever you want (we will welcome you with open arms) or…
Continue your trip towards the North area of Argentina, to the beautiful Salta region or the wine area in Mendoza. We have still a lot to offer!—Check out these trips to Argentina.
Day 1 Welcome to Buenos Aires!
Arrive in beautiful Buenos Aires, and be welcomed at the airport before enjoying a transfer to your accommodation.
Day 2 Buenos Aires
Today, embark on an extensive tour of Argentina's capital city, including a coffee break at Buenos Aires' oldest literati cafe. In the evening, enjoy a tango show - the perfect kickoff for your adventure in Argentina!
Day 3 Buenos Aires
Spend the day exploring the city on your own today! Enjoy the day at leisure, stopping at the city's most iconic, historical landmarks. After an energizing breakfast, head to the spectacular 19th-century Plaza de Mayo. At the base of this bustling square, you'll spot at the overwhelmingly beautiful Casa Rosada, a pink mansion which houses the office of the President of Argentina. In the evening, enjoy a walk along the buzzing Avenida Corrientes. Catch a show at one of the many theaters, grab a bite of authentic food, and perhaps pick up the perfect souvenir or two.
Day 4 Buenos Aires - Calafate
Enjoy one final breakfast in Buenos Aires before being transferred to the local airport for your flight to Calafate. After a relaxing flight, enjoy a transfer to your home for the next three nights. Celebrate your first night in El Calafate by indulging in Patagonian cuisine! Indulge in the regional specialty of lamb, then end on a sweet note with a few Calafate berries, for which the town was named.
Day 5 Calafate
Chill out with a visit to Argentina's famous glacier park and the famous Estancia Cristina today!
Day 6 Calafate
Today is jam-packed with adventure! See one of the country's most iconic glaciers by foot and on water, then stop at a museum where you'll learn all about these chilling wonders.
Day 7 Calafate - Buenos Aires
Start the day with one final breakfast in Calafate, then it's back to Buenos Aires! Celebrate your last night by treating yourself to a culinary feast sampling all of Argentina's most famous snacks and sips; you'll want to try empanadas or asado, before ending on a sweet note with some dulce de leche.
Day 8 Depart Argentina
Enjoy one last transfer to the airport in accordance with your departure flight.
