Andes to Atlantic

9 days - from $2375

From Santiago to Buenos Aires; enjoy picturesque towns, fine wine and absolutely stunning scenery

Our adventure begins in the modern metropolis of Santiago – Chile’s capital, and the cultural and artistic centre of the country. Here we visit one of Chile’s oldest wineries and tour the colonial centre before flying south. The charming town of Puerto Varas overlooks Lake Llanquihue, with the green slopes and snow-covered summit of the Osorno volcano in the background, the setting is spectacular. We have time to wander through the lovely streets and along the lakeside before heading inland to the Lakes crossing. The scenery in the region is nothing short of breathtaking, snow capped volcanoes tower from the shores of emerald green lakes amongst a panorama of spectacular mountains. Across the Andes we arrive into the pretty Argentinean alpine town of Bariloche. Our last stop is the stylish and vibrant city of Buenos Aires. You'll love the grand avenues, the outdoor cafes and everywhere the sound of latin music – what a way to end a fantastic holiday!

Please note regional flights are not included in the tour price: Please contact us or your travel agent for flight details and costs.

Highlights

• Santiago from San Cristobal Hill
• Tasting Chile's wine
• Lakes Crossing from Chile to Argentina
• Recoleta Cemetery and Eva Peron’s tomb
• Bariloche's outdoor activities
• Argentina's capital Buenos Aires

Itinerary:

Day 1: Santiago2: Santiago3-4: Santiago - Puerto Varas5: Puerto Varas - Lakes Crossing - Bariloche6: Bariloche - Buenos Aires7-8: Buenos Aires
Included:

• The services of Peregrine's expert English-speaking local tour leader.

• Sightseeing in Santiago including a walking tour of the colonial centre, visit to San Cristobal Hill and time in Los Graneros Del Alba artisan village.

• Lakes crossing from Chile to Argentina via the Todos Los Santos, Frias and Nahuel Huapi Lakes.

• Buenos Aires city tour including Recoleta, Palermo, Plaza San Martin, Plaza de Mayo and La Boca.

• Visit to Concha y Toro winery – wine tasting at one of Chile’s most famous vineyards.

• Free time in Puerto Varas and Bartiloche.

• Arrival transfer.

Flights, airport departure taxes, visas where required, meals not included in the itinerary, insurance, laundry, any optional tours or activities during free time, tips and items of a personal nature.

The regional flights required for this tour are not included in the tour cost.  All flights are operated by LAN Airlines. These can be booked by us or your travel agent and are cheapest when issued in conjunction with your international flight ticket. Please contact us or your agent for the exact flights to be booked for this tour.

Please note the following regional flights are not included in the price:

Santiago - Puerto Montt
Bariloche - Buenos Aires

This is the most economical way to purchase these flights. LAN Chile offer an Airpass which provides discounted fares within South America and can be booked when your international flights into South America are with the following One World airlines Airlines: Lan Chile, Qantas, British Airways, American Airlines, Iberian airlines or any airline who is a member of the One World Alliance. The majority of these flights can be purchased on this airpass.

Please contact us or you travel agent for flight details and costs.

During winter the Lakes Crossing takes 2 days, reducing the stay is Puerto Varas by 1 night. For regional flight details contact Peregrine or your travel agent.