7-day tour Southern Patagonia: El Calafate & Ushuaia

Southern Patagonia: El Calafate & Ushuaia
7 DAYS - 8 NIGHTS

Patagonia is one of the Argentine regions with the most beauty and secrets to discover. Large areas not yet populated, ice fields impossible to travel, stories of explorers not yet written, which make Patagonia a land of fascination and legend

Day 1 - Arrival El Calafate

Welcome to the land of glaciers: El Calafate, located in Santa Cruz province, in south Patagonia. 

Upon arrival we transfer from El Calafate airport to our accommodation. The rest of the day is al leisure to visit the city or to do any optional excursion that this increible place has to offer us. 

Lodging in El Calafate - Double or Single Base 

Meals: None 

Optional Excursion Recommended: Nativo Experience "Lakes and Caverns" 

It is an excursion in 4×4 along the coast of Lake Argentino. Ideal for the day of arrival or departure, it has an anthropological approach, making a tour at the time about the passing of man in these lands, rediscovering the stories of the first expeditions and daring that ventured into the unknown.

Between the cliffs and overlooking the Andes Mountains, the excursion focuses on the first contacts of those expeditionaries with the natives, and then enter the Tehuelche world. On the banks of the lake are the caves where thousands of years ago that culture left its marks on the rock and that today induce us to its interpretation. Finally, the excursion culminates in another cave where lunch or dinner is included that will transport us to those remote years. 

Day 2 - Perito Moreno Glacier with Safari Nautico Boat Trip

It is a full day excursion which consists of sightseeing of the Perito Moreno Glacier.

We will depart from El Calafate, go round the southern bank of Lago Argentino, past Bahia Redonda, where a great variety of avifauna can be seen. We will go along the Patagonic steppe during the first 40 km, and then enter Los Glaciares National Park, which is plenty of trees that are typical of this region such as the ones belonging to the family of Nothofagus (ñires, lengas, cohiues) and others such as calkers, notros and cinnamon trees.

Then we will go to “Bajo de las Sombras” port (at only 7 Km from the walkways), located in Ruta 11, Km 70.9, one hour and a half from El Calafate and just 7km from the glacier. where we will get on board the catamaran boat to navigate the Lago Rico where we will be able to appreciate the amazing ice wall of the Perito Moreno Glacier and its icebergs.

Then we go back to our accommodation in El Calafate. 

Lodging in El Calafate - Double or Single Base 

Meals: Breakfast

Optional Excursion Recommended: Dinner at Ranch Aparte Restaurant 

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Day 3 - El Calafate

After breakfast the rest of the day is at leisure to do any of the optional tours that El Calafate has to offer us. We recommend a full visit to El Chalten (Optional tour - non included), an unique small village at the foot of Fitz Roy. 

Lodging in El Calafate - Double or Single Base 

Meals: Breakfast

Optional Excursion Recommended: Full Day Chalten Soft with Lunch 

The excursion begins at 7.00 hs from El Calafate. We take the mythic Route 40, that goes along the Argentino Lake up to La Leona river. We will pass by the canyon with the same name "Cañadón La Leona" and after 1.15 h ride we will arrive to the ancient route hotel "La Leona", almost a museum of the Route 40, where you can have coffee and cakes.

Our trip continues along the Lake Viedma, from where we will have magical views of glaciers, hidden lakes and the overpowering presence of the Mount Fitz Roy. We will make some photo stops at the viewpoint of the Viedma Glacier and Lake and after a 3 h ride we will arrive to this andean village called "The Capital of the Trekking". As soon as we arrive at El Chalten we make another stop at the National Park Interpretation Centre.

Once at Chalten the activities will continue according to the option booked. 

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Day 4 - El Calafate - Ushuaia

At the indicated time we transfer to El Calafate Airport to take our flight to our next destination: Ushuaia.  Upon arrival we transfer from Ushuaia Airport to the Hotel in the city center. The rest of the day is free do optional excursions or to visit the city center. 

Lodging in Ushuaia - Double or Single Base 

Meals: Breakfast 

Domestic flight from El Calafate (FTE) to Ushuaia (USH) is non included. 

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Day 5 - Ushuaia City Tour & Wine Tasting

Get ready to fall in love with Ushuaia, the southernmost city on the planet. This tour invites you to discover its most iconic sights, capture postcard-perfect views, and wrap it all up with a Patagonian wine tasting you won’t forget.

We begin the experience with hotel pick-up and head straight to explore some of the city’s must-see spots. We’ll stroll through the charming La Misión neighborhood – one of the first settlements – and visit the famous Ushuaia sign for an epic photo with the Beagle Channel in the background.

As we move through the city, we’ll visit historical landmarks and panoramic viewpoints that offer breathtaking views of mountains, lakes, glaciers, and forests – the perfect setting to learn about Ushuaia’s past and present, and why it’s known as the gateway to Antarctica.

To close the tour in the most delicious way, we’ll enjoy a tasting of three carefully selected Patagonian wines, paired with regional cheeses. A sommelier-style introduction will guide us through the aromas, grape varieties, and winemaking secrets of this unique region.

Whether you're into culture, nature, photography, or wine – this tour brings it all together in one relaxed and memorable experience at the End of the World.

Lodging in Ushuaia - Double or Single Base 

Meals: Breakfast , Wine Tasting 

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Day 6 - Tierra del Fuego National Park with Train

Leaving the city of Ushuaia, heading southwest, we will travel the national route No. 3, towards Tierra del Fuego National Park. After crossing the Pipo River bridge, next to the Ushuaia Golf Club, we will arrive at the station of the Austral Fueguino Railway, the End of the World Train. where we will get on board one of the most magical trains. 

Along the road surrounded by Lenga forests and peat bogs, we will arrive at Lake Acigami (formerly Lake Roca), a lake of glacial origin, framed by mountains and forests, where it is possible to spot specimens of native birds. The last section of the tour takes us to Bahía Lapataia, after crossing the cormorant archipelago, peat bogs and a visit to a beaver dam.

In Bahía Lapataia, in addition to the marine coast, rich in mollusks and mussels, we will find vestiges of the ancient aboriginal people that inhabited the region. There we will have time to walk the walkway from which we can take pictures and enjoy the feeling of being at the end of the world. Then we will return to our accommodation in Uhsuaia. 

Lodging in Ushuaia - Double or Single Base 

Included Meals: Breakfast 

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Day 7 - Departure Ushuaia

End point Ushuaia Airport , Aeropuerto Internacional de Ushuaia Malvinas Argentinas (USH), R.S. Galdeano s/n, Ushuaia, Tierra del Fuego V9410, Argentina 06:00 - 23:00

Morning at your own to visit the town. At the indicated time we transfer to Ushuaia airport to take our flight back to Buenos Aires. 

Meals: Breakfast 

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INCLUDED SERVICES

• Accommodation

  Option 1 - Standard Lodging: 

  - 3 Nights Accommodation at Hotel Sierra Nevada or similar in El Calafate. Breakfast is included. 

  - 3 Nights Accommodation at Hotel Canal Beagle or similar in Ushuaia. Breakfast is included. 

  Option 2 - Superior Lodging (Upgraded Supplement) 

  - 3 Nights Accommodation at Hotel Rochester or similar in El Calafate. Breakfast is included. 

  - 3 Nights Accommodation at Hotel Albatros or similar in Ushuaia. Breakfast is included. 

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• Guide

  - Billingual Guide is included during all tours included on the tour 

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• Meals

  - 6 Breakfast 

   

  This tour offers Vegetarian and Vegan food options on request. Simply let People Travel and Experience know the food option that you prefer.

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• Additional Services

  - Private transfers from / to the Airport in both destinations 

  - 3 Nights Accommodations in El Calafate - Double or Single Base 

  - Full Day Perito Moreno Glacier with Spanish / English Speaking Guide 

  - Safari Nautico Boat Trip

  - Entrance Fee Los Glaciares National Park 

  - 3 Nights Accommodations in Ushuaia - Double or Single Base 

  - City Tour in Ushuaia and Wine Tasting 

  - Half Day Tierra del Fuego National Park with Spanish / English Speaking Guide 

  - Ticket Enf of the world train

  - Entrance Fee Tierra del Fuego National Park 

  - 6 Breakfast

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NON INCLUDED SERVICES

- Entrances to National Parks

- Tips

- Flights 

- Meals not detailed in the program

- Services not detailed in the program