Exclusive Patagonia & Australis Expedition Cruise

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This spectacular Patagonia Tour is everything you can imagine, and more. Soak up the culture and color of Buenos Aires; discover the ‘End of the World‘ and get up close to ancient Chilean glaciers. There’s the UNESCO world heritage area of Torres del Paine, rare birdlife and fiord and mountain scenery like you’ve never seen before.
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Overview

Trip type
Small Ship Cruise
Lodging level
Luxury - 5 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Highlights

    • Australis Expedition Cruise in the fjords of Tierra del Fuego
    • Soft hike to the Perito Moreno Glacier
    • Luxury Glamping inTorres del Paine Chile and Exploration of Tierra del Fuego, and Penguin Colony

What's this trip about?

    This spectacular Patagonia Tour is everything you can imagine, and more. Soak up the culture and color of Buenos Aires; discover the ‘End of the World‘ and get up close to ancient Chilean glaciers. There’s the UNESCO world heritage area of Torres del Paine, rare birdlife and fiord and mountain scenery like you’ve never seen before.

Details

Itinerary focusOff the Beaten Path
Group sizePrivate - your group only
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transportAll internal ground transport included
Start CityUshuaia
End CityEl Calafate

Travel Themes

  • Birding
  • Cultural
  • High Adventure
  • Hiking & Walking
  • Nature & Wildlife
  • Rafting, Kayaking, Canoeing
  • Small Ship Cruise
  • Trekking & Expeditions
  • Photography

Destinations

  • South America
  • Argentina
  • Chile

Attractions

  • El Calafate
  • Patagonia
  • Tierra del Fuego National Park
  • Torres del Paine National Park
  • Ushuaia

Activities

  • Adventure & Adrenaline
  • Bird watching
  • Canoeing
  • Culture
  • Hiking
  • History
  • Horseback riding & Equestrian
  • Nature
  • Photography
  • Ruins & Archaeology
  • Sailing
  • Short Cruise
  • Trekking
  • Wildlife viewing
  • Independent

Trip includes

    • Accommodation with breakfast
    • Full board at the Australis expedition Cruise, Torres del Paine lodge and Calafate Lodge (subject to availability).
    • All transportation and Guided Tours with expert guides - Small Group & Private services
    • Some Meals as indicated in the itinerary
    • Entrance fees to all national parks.
    • Air ticket fees and management of flights.
    • Personalized Itinerary and planning of your trip
    • Our dedicated 24 hours concierge service

Itinerary

DAY 1: Ushuaia, southernmost city in the World

Our local representative will welcome you, and you will have a private transfer from the airport to your hotel in Ushuaia. The remainder of the day in Ushuaia is free to soak in the beautiful views and enjoy gourmet delights at your hotel, which overlooks the Beagle C...

DAY 2: Exploring the “End of the World” & Penguin Colony

Today enjoy a full-day exploration of Tierra del Fuego, including a glacial valley, and spectacular views of the Beagle Channel, following the course of the longest river in Tierra del Fuego. You’ll watch penguins in their natural habitat and will enjoy an authentic f...

DAY 3: Tierra del Fuego National Park & embark Australis Expedition Cruise

Enjoy a perfect morning exploring Tierra del Fuego National Park unconventionally and having a gourmet lunch in a quiet, panoramic place.

Your friendly and local expert guide will adapt the day to your own pace, so you can relax and enjoy the fantastic scenery ...

DAY 4: Cruise Chilean fjords between Cape Horn & Wulaia Bay

Around the break of dawn, the Australis cruise across Nassau Bay and enter the remote archipelago that comprises Cape Horn National Park. Weather and sea conditions permitting, you shall go ashore on the windswept island that harbors legendary Cape Horn (Cabo de Horno...

DAY 5: Pía Glacier - Garibaldi Glacier

In the morning, you will navigate the northwest arm of the Beagle Channel to enter and disembark in Pia Fjord.

Today’s highlight: You’ll take a short hike to a lookout from where we can see Pia Glacier extending from the top of the mountain range down to the se...

DAY 6: Agostini Sound - Águila Glacier

Early morning, you will sail through the Cockburn Channel and enter Agostini Sound. From there, it is possible to see the glaciers descending from the middle of the Darwin Mountain Range, some of which reach the water.

This morning’s highlight: you will disemba...

DAY 7: Magdalena Island - Punta Arenas - Chile

After an overnight cruise through Magdalena Channel and back into the Strait of Magellan, the vessel will anchor off Magdalena Island, about halfway between Tierra del Fuego and the Chilean mainland.

Crowned by a distinctive lighthouse, the island used to be an...

DAY 8: Exploring Torres del Paine

You will start your day surrounded by nature in one of South America’s most beautiful national parks.

The experiences you will love:

Scenic Paine: it's perfect if you don’t desire to walk long distances inside of the National Park and want to cover it by...

DAY 9: Torres del Paine - El Calafate, Patagonia Argentina

Departing after breakfast, we journey through the most impressive landscapes of the Patagonian steppe for approximately four hours before arriving at our lodge in Argentine Patagonia. The highlight of the day: Enjoy a relaxing lunch and a guided walk to explore the ...

DAY 10: Premium Food & Wine Navigation through Glaciers

This unique voyage will reveal to you the hidden corners of Southern Patagonia and the majestic splendor of its glaciers.

Highlights of your day:

You’ll enjoy a full-day sailing journey to one of the most beautiful places in Southern Patagonia, with fore...

DAY 11: El Calafate - Farewell

Before leaving Patagonia, enjoy a delightful morning at the lodge before your afternoon flight to your next destination.

It is time to say Goodbye to Patagonia for now!

Meals: Breakfast.

Accommodation: Eolo Lodge, Patagonia (check out 10 am - let our team know in advance if you want us to arrange a late check out for you).

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Dates & Availability

Price From $12,405
Price per day$1,128
Last Updated: 4/28/2023

Check Current Availability, prices, specials with Across South America.

The total tour cost includes the tour price (regular or promotional) and the compulsory local payment. The promotional price is subject to change. Check directly with the operator for the latest price offer. The tour operator requires you to pay only the tour price to purchase your travel. The compulsory local payment will be paid when you join the trip. All prices are based on double, twin or triple share occupancy. Solo passengers will be accommodated in a double, twin or triple room according to availability with a passenger(s) of the same gender. Single supplement only needs to be paid if the passenger does not want to share and requests their own room. Discounts can only be applied at the time of booking and cannot be added at a later date, regardless of any changes made to the original booking.

Prices may vary due to local taxes and trip seasonality. Click "Request Info" to inquire directly with the tour operator for the final trip price.

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Across South America Reviews & Ratings

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A wonderful experience

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Tour Operator

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We believe South America is one of the most unforgettable places on earth – and we want you to help you fall in love with the continent just like we have.

From seeing Macchu Picchu with your own eyes to sipping Malbec under the Argentinan sun or cruising the Amazon River, let us put together a South American vacation you’ll never forget.

Born and raised in Buenos Aires, my sister Clara and I founded Across South-America to help guests experience the ‘real’ South America – without compromising on comfort. A decade later, and Across South-America is a well-known boutique travel agency crafting vacations for couples, friends and families from all over the world. Our main point of difference is that we’re local experts. South America is our backyard. The experiences and attention to detail we can offer is one of a kind.

Unlike other agencies, we only specialise in South America and have travelled the length and breadth of the continent to source the most wonderful experiences. Picture staying in a luxurious Estancia like a Uruguayan Gaucho, or meeting fourth-generation winemakers in a Peruvian vineyard. We’re all about authentic vacations that help you to discover the beating heart of a country.

We take care of everything, including the little details – flights, travel insurance and even arranging that perfect birthday or anniversary dinner while travelling! You’ll have your own ‘Experience Manager’ throughout your whole vacation that will act like a personal concierge, making restaurant reservations, organising online check in or even making shopping suggestions.

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Logistics

What's excluded

    • International or Domestic Fights (can be included upon request).

Transportation & Flights

Domestic flights are not included; we will quote and include them in your trip.,

Transportation & flights

Domestic flights are not included; we will quote and include them in your trip.
Cancellation policy

Below is the cancellation policy as stated on the website of the Tour Operator, Across South America:

If you cancel your tour, the following cancellation penalties (expressed as percentages of the total tour price) will apply. In great part for this reason, we strongly recommend you obtain travel insurance.

All cancellations must be made with written notice and the following penalties will be applied once received:

>Between 60 and 41 days prior the beginning of the services, 60%
>Between 40 and 31 days prior the beginning of the services, 80%
>Between 30 and 0 days prior the beginning of the services, 100%

- The deposit of 30% of the trip has no refund.
- The penalty percentage refer to the 100% of the travel program.
- In special occasions such as long weekends, Holy Week, high season, Christmas and New Year, independently of the anticipation of the services cancellation, there will be no refundable amounts.
- Once the trip has started there will be no refund. These policies does not apply for flights, cruises, expeditions or any program considered nonconventional tourism

Additional Terms and Conditions may be found at this link: https://www.across-southamerica.com/booking-conditions-across-south-america

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Meals Included

Breakfast every day; Lunch and dinner 

Age Requirements
No age restrictions
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