7-Days Argentina Tour: Bariloche and El Calafate

Day 1 - Arrival in Bariloche

We welcome you at Bariloche Airport and transfer to the hotel for check-in.

The rest of the day is free to explore the city center at your own pace or join one of the many optional excursions Bariloche has to offer.

Surrounded by stunning Andean peaks, deep blue lakes, and lush forests, Bariloche is a true natural paradise. Whether you're looking for scenic viewpoints, lakefront walks, or adventure activities, this charming alpine-style town promises unforgettable experiences in the heart of Patagonia.

Lodging in San Carlos de Bariloche - Double or Single Base 

Meals: None 

 

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Day 2 Small Circuit with Campanario Hill and Chocolate Tasting Experience

At any time of the year, heading west along Bustillo Avenue, you can begin one of the most beautiful and complete excursions offered by Nahuel Huapi National Park: the famous Circuito Chico.

This half-day tour covers a 65-kilometer route along the southern shore of Lake Nahuel Huapi, combining stunning landscapes with cultural and historic landmarks.

Along the way, we’ll pass by scenic beaches like Playa Bonita and Bahía Serena, and stop at natural viewpoints such as Bahía López and Punto Panorámico, ideal spots to take in the magnificent Patagonian scenery.

One of the highlights of the day is the ascent to Cerro Campanario aboard a chairlift. Once at the summit, we’re rewarded with one of the most breathtaking panoramic views in the region: a 360° vista of lakes Nahuel Huapi, Perito Moreno, and El Trébol, as well as San Pedro Peninsula, Victoria Island, and the snow-capped peaks of the Andes Mountains. It’s a must-see viewpoint and a favorite among photographers and nature lovers.

Later in the afternoon, we’ll enjoy a sweet experience at La Chocolaterie, a charming artisanal chocolate shop nestled in a beautiful alpine-style house. Here, we’ll learn about the chocolate-making process, the use of local ingredients, and Bariloche’s deep-rooted tradition as Argentina’s chocolate capital.

To top it off, we’ll indulge in a guided chocolate tasting, sampling a selection of handcrafted chocolates with unique flavors—an unforgettable treat for the senses.

After the visit, we return to our hotel.

Lodging in San Carlos de Bariloche - Double or Single Base 

Included Meals: Breakfast, Chocolate Tasting Experience 

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Day 3 San Carlos de Bariloche

After breakfast, enjoy a free day to explore the city at your own pace or to take part in any of the optional tours that Bariloche has to offer.

Whether you're into outdoor adventures, scenic viewpoints, local flavors, or cultural experiences, Bariloche has something for everyone—from boat rides on Lake Nahuel Huapi and visits to nearby mountains, to beer tastings and craft markets in the city center.

Lodging in San Carlos de Bariloche - Double or Single Base 

Meals: Breakfast 

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Day 4 San Carlos de Bariloche - El Calafate

At the indicated time, transfer to Bariloche Airport to take our flight to our next destination in Southern Patagonia: El Calafate.

Upon arrival, a transfer will be waiting to take us to our accommodation.

We leave behind the lush forests and shimmering lakes of Northern Patagonia to venture into a land of immense open skies, dramatic steppe landscapes, and the awe-inspiring glaciers of Los Glaciares National Park. A whole new Patagonian adventure begins.

Lodging in El Calafate - Double or Single Base 

Meals: Breakfast 

Domestic Flight from Bariloche (BRC) to El Calafate (FTE) is non included. 

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. 

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Day 5 Perito Moreno Glacier with Safari Nautico Boat Trip

Today we dedicate the day to one of the world’s most awe-inspiring natural wonders: the Perito Moreno Glacier.

This glacier, classified as an ice field-type, flows down from the Southern Patagonian Icefield—an enormous mass of ice covering around 22,000 square kilometers, making it the third largest in the world after Antarctica and Greenland.

Thanks to rare and favorable local conditions, Perito Moreno is the only glacier on the planet that still advances and undergoes dramatic rupture cycles. The road takes us right to the glacier’s front, where you’ll be just meters away from its towering ice wall. The deep rumbles of falling ice, the thunderous crashes as massive chunks break off into the lake, and the vibrant blues of the ice create an unforgettable, once-in-a-lifetime experience.

Later, we head to Bajo de las Sombras port, where we board a catamaran and navigate across Lago Rico. From the water, you'll enjoy a privileged view of the glacier’s immense face and floating icebergs—an even more striking perspective of this natural wonder.

After this unforgettable day, we return to our accommodation in El Calafate.

Lodging in El Calafate - Double or Single Base 

Meals: Breakfast 

Optional Excursion Recommended: Miniterkking - Ice Trek 

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Day 6 El Calafate

After breakfast, the rest of the day is at your leisure to enjoy one of the many optional tours that El Calafate has to offer.

One of the most highly recommended experiences is a full-day excursion to the mountain village of El Chaltén, located within Los Glaciares National Park, at the foot of the legendary Mount Fitz Roy.

The journey begins early in the morning with a scenic drive along the iconic Ruta 40, one of Argentina’s most famous highways. As we travel north, the landscape gradually transforms—from the arid Patagonian steppe to deep blue lakes and snow-capped mountains on the horizon.

On clear days, you’ll enjoy spectacular panoramic views of the Fitz Roy Massif, a towering granite range that has inspired climbers and nature lovers from around the world.

Upon arrival in El Chaltén, known as Argentina’s trekking capital, you’ll have time to explore the charming village and choose from a variety of self-guided hikes suited to your interest and fitness level. Options include short walks to viewpoints like Mirador de los Cóndores or Chorrillo del Salto, or moderate treks along scenic trails with constant views of Fitz Roy.

In the late afternoon, we return to El Calafate, completing a day filled with nature, adventure, and unforgettable Andean scenery.

Lodging in El Calafate - Double or Single Base

Included meals: Breakfast

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Day 7 Departure El Calafate

At the indicated time we transfer to El Calafate airport where our services end. 

Meals: Breakfast

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INCLUDED SERVICES

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Accommodation

Option 1 - Standard Lodging: 

- Standard Lodging:  3 Nights Accommodation at Hotel Ayres del Nahuel or similar in San Carlos de Bariloche. 

- Standard Lodging:  3 Nights Accommodation at Hotel Sierra Nevada or similar in El Calafate

Option 2 - Superior Lodging (Upgraded Supplement) 

- Superior Lodging:  3 Nights Accommodation at Hotel Rochester or similar in San Carlos de Bariloche. Breakfast is included. 

- Superior Lodging:  3 Nights Accommodation at Hotel Mirador del Lago or similar in El Calafate. Breakfast is included. 

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Meals

- 6 Breakfasts, 1 Chocolate Tasting 

 

Additional Services

- Private Transfers from / to the airport in both destinations

- Small Circuit with Ascent to Campanario Hill, Spanish / English Speaking Guide 

- Chocolate Tasting 

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

- Safari Nautico Boat Trip

- Entrance Fee Los Glaciares National Park 

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NON INCLUDED SERVICES

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Flights

Domestic flights are not included in this program.

If you need assistance with quotes or bookings, just let us know — we’ll be happy to help!

 

Additional Services

- Tips

- Domestic or International Flights

- Medical / Life insurance

- Optional tours 

- Meals no detailed in the itinerary 

- Services no detailed in the itinerary