Group tour Patagonia:
Glaciers and Peaks in El Calafate and El Chalten

​Day 1 - Arrival El Calafate

Welcome to El Calafate!. Join your fellow travelers in a very special dinner, closed door style.­

Lodging options:

Hostel Base – Shared Room with Shared Bathroom 

Double or Single Base – Private Room with Private Bathroom  

Included Meals: dinner

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Day 2 - El Calafate – Perito Moreno Glacier

Today, we dedicate our time to one of the world’s most extraordinary natural wonders: the Perito Moreno Glacier.

This impressive glacier descends from the Southern Patagonian Ice Field, one of the largest ice masses outside the polar regions, creating a truly unique and powerful landscape.

What makes Perito Moreno especially remarkable is that it is one of the few glaciers in the world that is still advancing. This natural movement creates a spectacular phenomenon, where massive ice walls periodically rupture and collapse into the waters below.

As we approach the glacier, we’ll walk along a network of panoramic walkways that bring us just meters away from its towering ice walls. From here, you’ll be able to fully appreciate its immense scale, deep blue tones, and ever-changing shapes.

The experience is brought to life by the sounds of nature—the deep cracks of shifting ice and the thunderous roar of ice chunks breaking off and crashing into the turquoise waters of the lake.

A truly unforgettable encounter with one of Patagonia’s most iconic landscapes.

Lodging options:

Hostel Base – Shared Room with Shared Bathroom 

Double or Single Base – Private Room with Private Bathroom  

Included Meals:Breakfast 

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Day 3 - El Calafate - El Chalten

Early in the morning, we’ll depart by road toward El Chaltén, a scenic journey of approximately three hours through the vast landscapes of Patagonia.

Along the way, we’ll enjoy breathtaking views of Lake Argentino and the impressive Viedma Glacier. As we get closer, the iconic peaks of Cerro Fitz Roy and Cerro Torre will begin to appear on the horizon, setting the tone for what lies ahead.

We’ll make a short stop at the historic Parador La Leona, where you’ll have time to stretch your legs, visit the small museum and café, and learn about the fascinating story of explorer Francisco Moreno, who was once attacked by a cougar in this very area.

Upon arrival in El Chaltén—known as Argentina’s trekking capital—you’ll have the rest of the afternoon at leisure to explore the town, take in the fresh mountain air, or simply relax and enjoy the surrounding scenery.

Lodging options:

Hostel Base – Shared Room with Shared Bathroom 

Double or Single Base – Private Room with Private Bathroom  

Included Meals: Breakfast 

 

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Day 4 - Trek Mount Fitz Roy, Laguna de los Tres

Today, we dive into one of the most iconic hiking experiences in Patagonia, in El Chaltén—widely known as the hiking capital of the region.

After breakfast, we’ll set off together along the Fitz Roy Trail, gradually ascending through the Río de las Vueltas valley. The trail begins with a steady climb, surrounded by forests, rivers, and open landscapes that slowly reveal the scale of this incredible region.

After a couple of hours, we’ll reach our first panoramic viewpoints of the Fitz Roy massif—an inspiring moment that gives us a glimpse of what’s ahead. From there, we’ll continue toward Río Blanco, the base camp used by climbers approaching the eastern side of the mountain.

The final stretch is the most challenging: a steep one-hour ascent that rewards us with one of the most breathtaking views in all of Patagonia. At the top, we’ll arrive at Laguna de los Tres, a striking turquoise lake set right at the foot of the towering granite spires of Fitz Roy and its surrounding glaciers.

We’ll take time here to rest, enjoy our lunch, and fully take in the magnitude of the landscape—an unforgettable shared moment at the heart of Patagonia with our fellow travelers, surrounded by one of the most iconic views in the world.

In the afternoon, we’ll begin our hike back to town, returning to El Chaltén in the evening, just before sunset.

Lodging options:

Hostel Base – Shared Room with Shared Bathroom 

Double or Single Base – Private Room with Private Bathroom  

Included Meals:Breakfast and box lunch

 

 

Day 5 - El Chalten - Loma del Pliegue Tumbado

Reaching an altitude of 1,500 meters, this peak sits directly south of the Cerro Torre valley, offering some of the region's most iconic vistas. From the lower terraces to the summit, you are treated to breathtaking views of Fitz Roy, Cerro Torre, and the dramatic glacial valley nestled between them. Reaching the summit rewards you with a glimpse of Paso del Viento and the peaks rising from the vast Patagonian Ice Field. Depending on the group’s pace, we will explore the scenic lower terraces or push for the summit—a long but steady ascent over scree. After descending through lush shrublands and ancient forests, we return to El Chaltén by late afternoon.

Lodging options:

Hostel Base – Shared Room with Shared Bathroom 

Double or Single Base – Private Room with Private Bathroom  

Included Meals:Breakfast and box lunch

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Day 6 - El Chalten - El Calafate

In the morning, we’ll take our transfer back to El Calafate, enjoying once again the scenic Patagonian landscapes along the way.

Upon arrival, you’ll have the rest of the day at leisure to explore the town at your own pace or choose from a variety of optional excursions available in the area.

Lodging options:

Hostel Base – Shared Room with Shared Bathroom 

Double or Single Base – Private Room with Private Bathroom  

Included Meals:Breakfast 

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Day 7 - Departure El Calafate

Today marks the end of this unforgettable journey through Patagonia.

At the designated time, you will be transferred to the airport for your departure. Before that, we’ll say goodbye to our travel companions—no longer just a group, but a collection of shared moments, stories, and experiences that will stay with us long after the trip ends.

Until the next adventure!

Included Meals: Breakfast 

 

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INCLUDED SERVICES 

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• Accommodation

  Shared Accommodation

  – 3 Nights Accommodation in Hostel Folk (or similar), El Calafate – Shared Room with Shared Bathroom

  – 3 Nights Accommodation in Hostel Rancho Grande (or similar), El Chalten – Shared Room with Shared Bathroom

  Standard Accommodation

  – 3 Nights Accommodation in Hotel las Dunas (or similar), El Calafate – Double / Single Base

  – 3 Nights Accommodation in Hotel Infinito Sur (or similar), El Chalten – Double / Single Base

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• Bilingual tour leader during all the activities (A dedicated, full-time guide will travel with groups of 6 or more passengers. If the group has fewer than 6 passengers, you will be accompanied by local guides for each individual activity) 

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• Meals

  • 6 Breakfast, 2 Box Lunches, 1 Dinners                                                                                                This tour offers Vegetarian food option on request. Simply let People Travel and Experience know the food option that you prefer.

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• Additional Services

  • All nights’ Accommodation mentioned in the itinerary 

  • Bilingual tour leader during all the activities (Groups with 6 passengers or more. When the group has less than 6 passengers, there will be local guides for each activity, but not a guide traveling with the group for the 7 days of the trip). 

  • Full Day Tour Perito Moreno Glacier   

  • Mountain Trekking Guide for Trek to Mount Fitz Roy  

  • Mountain trekking Guide for Loma del Pliegue tumbad trek (Fitz Roy viewpoint)  

  • Full Day Tour Perito Moreno Glacier   

  • All transfers El Calafate airport - El Calafate - El Chalten – El Calafate – El Calafate Airport. 

  • During the trip we combine private and regular buses. 

  • 7 Breakfast, 2 Box Lunches, 1 Dinners 

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NON INCLUDED SERVICES

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• Flights

  - Flights are not included 

• Insurance

  • Medical / Life insurance is not included 

• Additional Services

• Medical and life insurance  

• Tips 

•  Drinks and beverages  

•  Flights or airport taxes 

•  Port tax at Ushuaia. 

•  Services not shown or detailed in the program.

 

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