Argentina, Chile & Atacama Highlights - 13 days
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Tour Overview
Embark on an enchanting 13-day journey through Argentina and Chile, beginning in Buenos Aires, where you’ll explore iconic landmarks such as Plaza de Mayo and experience the city's vibrant culture and tantalising cuisine, including a delightful tango show. Travel onwards to the serene town of Tigre for a riverside excursion, and continue to Mendoza, renowned for its exquisite wines, with opportunities to savour the local vintages in scenic vineyards. Experience the thrill of navigating the awe-inspiring Andes as you make your way to Santiago, Chile, where you will immerse yourself in rich history and picturesque landscapes, including the poetic allure of Pablo Neruda’s former home in the spirited city of Valparaiso. Cap off this unforgettable adventure with two nights in the hypnotic Atacama Desert, where optional excursions to moonlike valleys and salt lagoons await, ensuring a truly diverse and captivating South American odyssey.
Start
Buenos Aires
End
Santiago
Destination
Santiago
Days
13
Pace
Medium
Range
Handpicked
Max Group Size
Min 10 - Max 50
Min Age
10
Trip Code: ACH26
Trip Highlights
Why you'll love this trip
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Buenos Aires - A local guide covers the city's defining landmarks — Plaza de Mayo, Casa Rosada, and the painted houses of El Caminito — with a full free day to follow for Palermo, San Telmo, and an optional ferry crossing to Uruguay's colonial Colonia del Sacramento
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Tigre - The Tigre River Delta makes for an absorbing half-day, with an orientation tour of the waterfront market at Puerto Frutos and the option to explore the labyrinthine delta channels by river cruise
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Mendoza - Set against the eastern Andes with views towards Mount Aconcagua, this is Argentina's wine capital, where an optional sommelier-led tour of two Malbec wineries makes a compelling case for a longer stay
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Andes Crossing - The Carretera de los Caracoles snakes through the mountains between Argentina and Chile on one of South America's great overland journeys, best experienced from a semi-bed bus seat with nothing to do but watch the scenery unfold
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Santiago - A guided tour takes in Plaza de Armas, the funicular ride to the top of San Cristobal Hill, and La Chascona, Pablo Neruda's former home filled with his eccentric collections, with a free evening for optional wine pairing
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San Pedro de Atacama - Two nights in the world's driest desert open up optional excursions to Laguna Cejar, where the salt content keeps you effortlessly afloat, and Valle de la Luna, where wind-sculpted saline rock formations glow at sunset
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Valparaíso - An optional day trip from Santiago reaches this UNESCO-protected port city, where steep hillsides are layered with colourful murals and Pablo Neruda's clifftop home La Sebastiana looks out over the Pacific
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Is This Trip Right for You?
Is this trip right for you?
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There are some long travelling days on this trip, but it’s all part of the adventure and a great way to get to know your fellow travellers.
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This trip requires a moderate level of fitness as it involves some walking and swimming, allowing you to really get among nature. Please bring sturdy, comfortable walking shoes, a swimsuit and comfortable clothing.
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Multiple activities on this trip are subject to weather and water conditions and on occasion, may be cancelled for safety or operational reasons. In the case of cancellation, we will endeavour to find a suitable replacement activity.
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