A Romantic and Adventurous Honeymoon Experience in Patagonia and the City of Tango
Your trip overview
- From La Boca's colorful streets to Recoleta's grand cemetery
- An exclusive Tango show enjoyed by Madonna and Sting
- Strapping on ice spikes to trek across the mighty Perito Moreno Glacier
- Hiking to a view National Geographic rated top 10 in the world
4 destinations included:
- 3 nights in Buenos Aires (City of Tango)
- 3 nights in Ushuaia (Adventure at the Ends of the Earth)
- 3 nights in El Calafate (Land of Towering Blue Glaciers)
- 3 nights in Bariloche (Patagonia's Most Beautiful Lakes & Views)
Trip start date: you can choose any starting date you want for your trip, because all our trips have private departures. That is, you won't be traveling as part of a group.
Trip duration & lodging:
13 days / 12 nights.
Lodging for 12 nights included.
8 first‑class tours with the best tour guides (3 of them are private tours). All necessary entrance fees to national parks included.
10 airport transfers included (all private)
12 breakfasts + 4 lunches + 1 dinner included.
Day-by-day itinerary
Buenos Aires
Staying for 1 night, with 1 tour included
Day 1: You arrive in Buenos Aires
Flight arrival in Buenos Aires, Argentina!
Welcome at the airport and transfer with private vehicle and guide to your hotel.
Images of Buenos Aires: European Heritage and Latin American Passion
European elegance meets Latin American passion in Buenos Aires, the birthplace of tango. Discover grand architecture, colorful streets and the energy that gives the “Paris of Latin America” its unmistakable character.
Our local guide brings the city’s neighborhoods and history to life, sharing stories and insights to enrich the rest of your stay.
This is a private 4-hour tour, with walks around Plaza de Mayo, colorful La Boca and Recoleta, including its famous cemetery.
Day 2: Last day in Buenos Aires
Transfer in private vehicle to Buenos Aires Airport.
Ushuaia
Staying for 3 nights, with 2 tours included
Day 2: You arrive in Ushuaia
Flight arrival in Ushuaia. Welcome at the airport and private transfer to your hotel.
Depending on your arrival time, you can relax at your hotel, enjoy your own explorations, or ask our local representative about suggested activities for your free time.Day 3: Ushuaia
Choose one tour option
Tour option 1 of 6 The Beagle Channel Odyssey of Discovery: The Gable Expedition
Get ready for a one-of-a-kind canoeing and trekking adventure at the Ends of the Earth!
Paddle down the Lashifashaj River and into the Beagle Channel, exploring the ancestral homeland of the Yámana, an Indigenous people of Tierra del Fuego. Watch for seabirds and sea lions as we make our way toward historic Harberton Ranch.
Then board a motorboat to observe Magellanic penguins at Martillo Island before landing on remote, uninhabited Gable Island—the largest island in the Beagle Channel. After lunch, set off on a trek through forests and open pastures toward the island’s southern cliffs.
This is a full-day group tour and includes lunch with non-alcoholic beverages and wine.
Tour option 2 of 6 A Trekking and Canoeing Adventure at the Ends of the Earth
Explore Tierra del Fuego National Park, a wilderness larger than the city of Chicago. Its forests, lakes and remote shores capture the extraordinary feeling of being at the Ends of the Earth.
Trek the beautiful coastal path, then paddle clear waterways toward Lapataia Bay. Here, Argentina’s Route 3 reaches the southern end of the Pan-American Highway, a road system stretching all the way to Alaska.
This is a full-day group tour and includes lunch with non-alcoholic beverages & wine.
Tour option 3 of 6 Along the Shore, across the Forest and into the Mud: a 4x4 Off-Road Adventure at the Ends of the Earth
Prepare for a thrilling 4×4 off-road adventure at the Ends of the Earth. Our expert driver takes us through dense forests, across rivers and along the muddy shores of Lake Fagnano, with water splashing around our vehicle.
Take in panoramic views of Lake Escondido and the Southern Andes, then unwind at a forest refuge over a traditional Argentine asado barbecue with Patagonian wine.
This is a full-day group tour and includes lunch with non-alcoholic beverages and wine.
Tour option 4 of 6 Trekking to the majestic Turquoise Lagoon & Carbajal Mount Summit
Get ready for a hiking adventure through ancient beech forests, past turquoise waters and up to the summit of Mount Carbajal! Explore Laguna Turquesa, then tackle the rocky ascent to the summit, where the snow-capped Andes and the vast landscapes surrounding Ushuaia reward your effort.
This is a full-day group tour and includes a box lunch with water.
Tour option 5 of 6 A Trekking Adventure to the Vinciguerra Glacier
Trek through Ushuaia’s wild landscapes toward mighty Vinciguerra, one of the largest glaciers at the Ends of the Earth.
Ascend nearly 2,000 feet (600 meters) through forest and above the treetops, where snow-capped mountains and pristine glacial lakes come into view. At the foot of the glacier lies Laguna de los Tempanos—Icebergs Lagoon—a spectacular reward for the climb.
This is a full-day group tour and includes lunch box with bottled water.
Tour option 6 of 6 Hiking to the Emerald Lagoon & Learning about the Unique Patagonian Beavers
Hike through Patagonian forest and the Tierra Mayor valley to the Emerald Lagoon, its waters glowing green in the sunlight. Along the way, discover the remarkable story of introduced beavers and their impact on this fragile landscape.
This group hike lasts approximately 6–7 hours, with a lunchbox and bottled water included.
Day 4: Ushuaia
Choose one tour option
Tour option 1 of 6 The Beagle Channel Odyssey of Discovery: The Gable Expedition
Get ready for a one-of-a-kind canoeing and trekking adventure at the Ends of the Earth!
Paddle down the Lashifashaj River and into the Beagle Channel, exploring the ancestral homeland of the Yámana, an Indigenous people of Tierra del Fuego. Watch for seabirds and sea lions as we make our way toward historic Harberton Ranch.
Then board a motorboat to observe Magellanic penguins at Martillo Island before landing on remote, uninhabited Gable Island—the largest island in the Beagle Channel. After lunch, set off on a trek through forests and open pastures toward the island’s southern cliffs.
This is a full-day group tour and includes lunch with non-alcoholic beverages and wine.
Tour option 2 of 6 A Trekking and Canoeing Adventure at the Ends of the Earth
Explore Tierra del Fuego National Park, a wilderness larger than the city of Chicago. Its forests, lakes and remote shores capture the extraordinary feeling of being at the Ends of the Earth.
Trek the beautiful coastal path, then paddle clear waterways toward Lapataia Bay. Here, Argentina’s Route 3 reaches the southern end of the Pan-American Highway, a road system stretching all the way to Alaska.
This is a full-day group tour and includes lunch with non-alcoholic beverages & wine.
Tour option 3 of 6 Along the Shore, across the Forest and into the Mud: a 4x4 Off-Road Adventure at the Ends of the Earth
Prepare for a thrilling 4×4 off-road adventure at the Ends of the Earth. Our expert driver takes us through dense forests, across rivers and along the muddy shores of Lake Fagnano, with water splashing around our vehicle.
Take in panoramic views of Lake Escondido and the Southern Andes, then unwind at a forest refuge over a traditional Argentine asado barbecue with Patagonian wine.
This is a full-day group tour and includes lunch with non-alcoholic beverages and wine.
Tour option 4 of 6 Trekking to the majestic Turquoise Lagoon & Carbajal Mount Summit
Get ready for a hiking adventure through ancient beech forests, past turquoise waters and up to the summit of Mount Carbajal! Explore Laguna Turquesa, then tackle the rocky ascent to the summit, where the snow-capped Andes and the vast landscapes surrounding Ushuaia reward your effort.
This is a full-day group tour and includes a box lunch with water.
Tour option 5 of 6 A Trekking Adventure to the Vinciguerra Glacier
Trek through Ushuaia’s wild landscapes toward mighty Vinciguerra, one of the largest glaciers at the Ends of the Earth.
Ascend nearly 2,000 feet (600 meters) through forest and above the treetops, where snow-capped mountains and pristine glacial lakes come into view. At the foot of the glacier lies Laguna de los Tempanos—Icebergs Lagoon—a spectacular reward for the climb.
This is a full-day group tour and includes lunch box with bottled water.
Tour option 6 of 6 Hiking to the Emerald Lagoon & Learning about the Unique Patagonian Beavers
Hike through Patagonian forest and the Tierra Mayor valley to the Emerald Lagoon, its waters glowing green in the sunlight. Along the way, discover the remarkable story of introduced beavers and their impact on this fragile landscape.
This group hike lasts approximately 6–7 hours, with a lunchbox and bottled water included.
Day 5: Last day in Ushuaia
Transfer in private vehicle to Ushuaia airport.
El Calafate
Staying for 3 nights, with 2 tours included
Day 5: You arrive in El Calafate
Flight arrival in El Calafate. Welcome at the airport and private transfer to your hotel.
Depending on your arrival time, you can relax at your hotel, enjoy your own explorations, or ask our local representative about suggested activities for your free time.Day 6: El Calafate
Conquering the Mighty Perito Moreno Glacier
Discover your inner adventurer as you explore and conquer one of the world’s most awe-inspiring and unique glaciers: The Perito Moreno. This splendid ice giant showcases its mighty glory in the Patagonian Glaciers National Park, which has been declared Mankind’s Natural Heritage site by UNESCO. The park’s vast size not only gives it the distinction of being the largest ice mantle in the world after Antarctica and Greenland, but also that of being the third largest fresh water reserve on the planet.
Strap on your crampons and step onto the glacier, exploring a world of sculpted ice beneath your feet.
A boat ride and the panoramic boardwalks reveal the glacier from the water and from shore, completing an extraordinary day on and around the ice.
This is a full-day group tour and has an age restriction (click on tour name above for details).
Day 7: El Calafate
Icy Blue Giants: Navigate the Largest Patagonian Glaciers and take the most Awe-inspiring Glacier Photos (in boat’s VIP section)
Sail among sculpted blue icebergs toward the colossal Upsala and Spegazzini glaciers, the latter the tallest in Los Glaciares National Park. These ice giants, accessible only by boat, reveal an extraordinary range of shapes and colors, from pure white to deep blue.
Our upper-deck VIP cabin offers panoramic views, added comfort and dedicated assistance. Ashore at Glaciers Bay, walk to glacier viewpoints and enjoy traditional local cuisine in the restaurant’s VIP section.
This is a full-day group tour and includes lunch with water, soft drinks, wine and beer.
Day 8: Last day in El Calafate
Transfer in private vehicle to El Calafate airport.
Bariloche
Staying for 3 nights, with 2 tours included
Day 8: You arrive in Bariloche
Flight arrival in Bariloche. Welcome at the airport and private transfer to your hotel.
Depending on your arrival time, you can relax at your hotel, enjoy your own explorations, or ask our local representative about suggested activities for your free time.Day 9: Bariloche
A Panoramic Hiking Experience to Awe-Inspiring Vistas
Hike through the forests of Mount Llao Llao, where southern beech and native bamboo open onto sweeping views of Patagonia’s lakes and mountains.
Then ride the chairlift up Campanario Hill for a panorama National Geographic rated among the ten best in the world: deep-blue lakes, forested hills and snow-capped Andean peaks stretching across a 360-degree view.
This half-day private tour includes a private guide, private transfers and chairlift tickets.
Day 10: Bariloche
Navigating the Nahuel Huapi Lake & Exploring and Hiking at Victoria Island and the Myrtle Forest
Sail across the blue waters of Nahuel Huapi Lake, framed by the snow-capped Andes. From the boat’s upper-deck VIP cabin, take in sweeping views in a more exclusive setting.
On Victoria Island, explore forests steeped in history and watch for wildlife. Then enter the enchanting Myrtle Forest, where smooth, cinnamon-colored trees create a landscape straight out of a storybook.
This shared cruise lasts a full day, with a private guide and private port transfers. Lunch with beverages is included.
Day 11: Last day in Bariloche
Transfer in private vehicle to Bariloche Airport.
Buenos Aires
Staying for 2 nights, with 1 tour included
Day 11: You arrive in Buenos Aires
Arrival in Buenos Aires and transfer to your hotel in private vehicle.
Day 12: Buenos Aires
Passion and Beauty: an Authentic and Exclusive World-class Tango Experience
Step into the elegance of tango’s Golden Age for an intimate evening at Gala Tango. Crystal chandeliers, high ceilings and French-inspired décor set the scene in this small San Telmo theatre, enjoyed by world-renowned artists including Madonna and Sting.
Expressive singers, world-class musicians and captivating dancers bring the passion and sensuality of Argentine tango to life. Traditional Argentine folk music and a thrilling gaucho boleadoras performance add another dimension to this memorable evening.
The show lasts approximately 1 hour and 45 minutes. It includes group transfers, plus dinner with non-alcoholic beverages and wine.
Day 13: Buenos Aires
Transfer from your hotel to Ezeiza International Airport in private vehicle.
We look forward to welcoming you again in Argentina!
Your hotels
12 hotel nights, each with breakfast included.
You have 3 hotel categories to choose from:
comfort category lodging
- Buenos Aires 3 nights474 Buenos Aires Hotel
474 Buenos Aires Hotel
Standard category room: 3 nights
Standard category room - Ushuaia 3 nightsLos Acebos Hotel
Los Acebos Hotel
Standard room with forest view: 3 nights
Standard room with forest view - El Calafate 3 nightsMirador del Lago Hotel
Mirador del Lago Hotel
Superior category room: 3 nights
Superior category room - Bariloche 3 nightsHuinid Bustillo Hotel
Huinid Bustillo Hotel
Senior category room with lake view: 3 nights
Senior category room with lake view
deluxe category lodging**
- Buenos Aires 3 nightsHilton Buenos Aires
Hilton Buenos Aires
Deluxe category room: 3 nights
Deluxe category room - Ushuaia 3 nightsLas Hayas Hotel
Las Hayas Hotel
Junior suite with beagle channel view: 3 nights
Junior suite with beagle channel view - El Calafate** 3 nightsMirador del Lago Hotel
Mirador del Lago Hotel
Superior category room with partial lake view: 3 nights
Superior category room with partial lake view - Bariloche 3 nightsAlma del Lago Suites & Spa
Alma del Lago Suites & Spa
Superior category room with lake view: 3 nights
Superior category room with lake view
** Deluxe Category note: In El Calafate, hotels meeting our Deluxe standards aren't available. For this destination, our Deluxe pricing includes "Comfort Plus" lodging — typically an upgraded room category in our best Comfort hotels.
Unique & Exclusive category lodging*
- Buenos Aires 3 nightsAlvear Palace Hotel
Alvear Palace Hotel
Junior suite: 3 nights
Junior suite - Ushuaia 3 nightsLos Cauquenes Resort & Spa
Los Cauquenes Resort & Spa
Premium category room with beagle channel view: 3 nights
Premium category room with beagle channel view - Bariloche 3 nightsLlao Llao Hotel
Llao Llao Hotel
Moreno deluxe studio with lake view: 3 nights
Moreno deluxe studio with lake view
* For this itinerary the Unique & Exclusive accommodation is only available in Buenos Aires, Ushuaia and Bariloche. For El Calafate the hotels included are the ones mentioned in the deluxe category.
Domestic flights duration & route
We book and actively manage your domestic flights so you travel worry-free: the best flight schedule, daily monitoring, online check-in, and rebooking right away if the airline changes or cancels a flight.
All domestic flights included in your itinerary are operated on modern commercial jet aircraft (not propeller planes).
| Flight Route | Total Flight Duration |
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| Buenos Aires to Ushuaia | 3 hours and 35 minutes |
| Ushuaia to El Calafate | 1 hour and 20 minutes |
| El Calafate to Bariloche | 1 hour and 45 minutes |
| Bariloche to Buenos Aires | 2 hours |
For a worry‑free travel experience, we strongly advise letting us take care of your domestic flights. It’s common for local airlines to make several flight changes before (and sometimes during) a trip. Taking care of domestic flights will allow us to closely monitor any flight changes, adapting your trip itinerary as needed.
Our flight issuing service includes: flights booking, daily tracking of flight status and changes, reconfirmation with the airline of each flight before each departure, booking of your flight seats, web check-in and assistance with your flights arrangements if there is any flight delay, change or cancellation before or during your trip.
Argentina is a very large country, the 8th largest in the world, in fact! As such, traveling by land is too time-consuming. For example, a bus ride from Buenos Aires to Iguazu takes about 18 hours (as opposed to 1 hour and 50 minutes by plane), and the bus ride from Buenos Aires to El Calafate takes about 40 hours (as opposed to 3 hours and 15 minutes by plane).
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While we book only the domestic flights for our guests, here are the best nonstop options to Argentina:
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Start enjoying your trip before you even arrive
Before you leave, we put a little of Argentina in your hands. Your personalized travel booklet invites you to start discovering: what to order at an Argentine steakhouse, where to wander on a free afternoon, and the stories behind local customs.
Built around your route and travel dates, it brings your daily plans together with local knowledge and practical advice. A companion to spark your curiosity before you go—and help you feel prepared, at ease and connected to Argentina as you travel.
Packing Made Simple
Unsure what to bring? Our Travel Booklet offers packing tips tailored to each destination and specific suggestions for your tours.
All About Flights
Everything you need: airline info, flight details, luggage allowances, and mileage programs to ensure a seamless and worry-free trip.
Manage Money Like a Pro
Make the most of your money—secure the best rates, when to use credit cards or cash, avoiding fees and much more.
Tipping Made Easy
Clear tipping guidelines for tour guides, drivers, restaurants, and more. Know the customary amounts to show your appreciation.
Savor Local Cuisine
Discover the best local restaurants with our curated list, including menus, addresses, phone numbers, and payment options.
Master the Parrilla
Your insider’s guide to Argentine grills: navigate the menu, try must-have starters, and order the perfect steak like a pro.
A Taste of Local Culture
A quick guide to making “mate”, Argentina’s traditional tea-like drink, deeply rooted in local culture and social connection.
Make Your Empanadas
Bring Argentina’s flavors home with our easy recipe for empanadas, the iconic and beloved savory pastry of Argentina.
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Discover the best local tips, insider advice, and must-see highlights to make the most of your free time in every destination.
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Your Hotel Essentials
Everything you need to know about your hotels: addresses, phone numbers, check-in/check-out times, breakfast hours, and more.
Your Day-by-Day Itinerary
Your go-to guide for every day of your trip, featuring detailed activities, tour descriptions, pick-up times, and transfer schedules.
And more!
I’ve received the travel booklet and it’s absolutely the best trip plan I have received in over 40 years of traveling. Wonderful job.
You’ll receive your Travel Booklet in two formats: a printed version via FedEx and a digital version via email.
What traveling with us feels like
The itinerary is only the beginning. Here’s what our guests notice, from the first conversation until they’re back home.
A trip shaped around you
No two trips we plan are alike. Each one is made just for you—the pace you enjoy, the experiences that excite you, anything that needs special care and the kind of hotel you look forward to coming back to.
Everything we suggest is chosen with that in mind, and we keep fine-tuning the details with you until the trip feels unmistakably yours.
As we were beginning to plan our trip, the Exploration Journeys team listened closely to our interests, preferred travel approaches and some mobility considerations. They offered carefully curated options for us to tailor our overall itinerary, and were highly responsive and very helpful selecting pace and experiences to best match our needs.
Every detail, taken care of
Behind the scenes, our team is always thinking a step ahead, anticipating what’s needed and making sure everything is in place for what comes next.
You arrive somewhere new, and everything is ready for you. The people welcoming you know the plan, the next part of your journey falls into place, and you don’t have to keep it all in your head. That sense of ease stays with you, from one corner of Argentina to the next.
The attention to detail and prompt communications resulted in the smoothest, most stress-free trip we have ever taken. The whole experience was amazing.
By the time you arrive, we already know you
The people you plan with are the same people looking after you while you travel. From your preferred pace to the experiences you’re most excited about, we’ve shaped the journey together.
While you’re in Argentina, you can reach us directly, 24/7—for advice, a recommendation, help arranging something special or anything else you need along the way.
Special thanks to John who helped both with pre-trip logistics and while we were on the ground. He did everything from changing dinner reservations last minute to tracking down a beloved stuffed animal we forgot at our Buenos Aires hotel (which was safely stowed and returned to us when we came back for our flight home) to even coordinating multiple birthday cakes for my children!
See Argentina through local eyes
Imagine exploring with someone who loves the place and is excited to share it with you. The conversation flows, your questions are welcome, and you begin to see Argentina through local eyes.
That’s the feeling we want our guides to bring to your trip. We choose them for their knowledge, warmth and personal attention—the qualities that lead our guests to describe their days together as time spent with a friend.
The local guides were not typical at all; with each one it was like spending a day with a local friend.
Looked after like family
Traveling far from home feels different when you know people are looking out for you.
You notice it in the thoughtful gesture you weren’t expecting, in someone going a little further than you asked, simply because they want to make your day. That warmth is part of your journey with us.
If it matters to you, it matters to us.
Words cannot express for me how much I felt cared for, watched out for, and nourished during the planning and experiencing of my trip to Patagonia.
No two trips we plan are alike. Each one is made just for you—the pace you enjoy, the experiences that excite you, anything that needs special care and the kind of hotel you look forward to coming back to.
Everything we suggest is chosen with that in mind, and we keep fine-tuning the details with you until the trip feels unmistakably yours.
As we were beginning to plan our trip, the Exploration Journeys team listened closely to our interests, preferred travel approaches and some mobility considerations. They offered carefully curated options for us to tailor our overall itinerary, and were highly responsive and very helpful selecting pace and experiences to best match our needs.
Behind the scenes, our team is always thinking a step ahead, anticipating what’s needed and making sure everything is in place for what comes next.
You arrive somewhere new, and everything is ready for you. The people welcoming you know the plan, the next part of your journey falls into place, and you don’t have to keep it all in your head. That sense of ease stays with you, from one corner of Argentina to the next.
The attention to detail and prompt communications resulted in the smoothest, most stress-free trip we have ever taken. The whole experience was amazing.
The people you plan with are the same people looking after you while you travel. From your preferred pace to the experiences you’re most excited about, we’ve shaped the journey together.
While you’re in Argentina, you can reach us directly, 24/7—for advice, a recommendation, help arranging something special or anything else you need along the way.
Special thanks to John who helped both with pre-trip logistics and while we were on the ground. He did everything from changing dinner reservations last minute to tracking down a beloved stuffed animal we forgot at our Buenos Aires hotel (which was safely stowed and returned to us when we came back for our flight home) to even coordinating multiple birthday cakes for my children!
Imagine exploring with someone who loves the place and is excited to share it with you. The conversation flows, your questions are welcome, and you begin to see Argentina through local eyes.
That’s the feeling we want our guides to bring to your trip. We choose them for their knowledge, warmth and personal attention—the qualities that lead our guests to describe their days together as time spent with a friend.
The local guides were not typical at all; with each one it was like spending a day with a local friend.
Traveling far from home feels different when you know people are looking out for you.
You notice it in the thoughtful gesture you weren’t expecting, in someone going a little further than you asked, simply because they want to make your day. That warmth is part of your journey with us.
If it matters to you, it matters to us.
Words cannot express for me how much I felt cared for, watched out for, and nourished during the planning and experiencing of my trip to Patagonia.
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Price per person in U.S. dollars
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Prices below include all hotels, tours, airport transfers and meals mentioned in this itinerary. Domestic airfare is not included. | |||
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| Room Basis | Comfort Category LodgingSee hotels » | Deluxe Category Lodging (except in El Calafate )See hotels » | Unique & Exclusive Category Lodging See hotels » |
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Discounts available for groups of 4 or more travelers. Request a quote for 4 or more travelers or for a single traveler. Prices vary based on travel dates, season, and availability. We accept credit card payments with no surcharge. Our prices are final — you won’t have to pay anything extra, no matter what payment method you use. Domestic flights4 domestic flights neededStarting price per person$ 579Airfares vary with availability — the sooner we book your flights, the lower the airfare. Our airfares include:
Most travel agencies and flight websites quote airfares that do not include any of the above, nor the possibility to book seats in advance, but we always book all-inclusive airfares that allow these. Our goal is that you don’t have to worry about a thing. We take care of:
We actively manage your domestic flight arrangements so you can enjoy a worry‑free travel experience. ** In El Calafate, our Deluxe Category pricing does not include Deluxe category lodging, since none comply with our Deluxe standards. * For this itinerary the Unique & Exclusive accommodation is only available in Buenos Aires, Ushuaia and Bariloche. For El Calafate the hotels included are the ones mentioned in the deluxe category. | |||
Make this trip yours
We’ll tailor it to your dates, pace and interests and send your custom itinerary in under 24 hours, with no planning fees.
Looking for the most exclusive and luxurious rooms and tour experiences? We’d be glad to design a Platinum category version of this trip for you.
Frequently asked questions
Pricing, booking & payment
What’s included in the price?
All hotels, tours, airport transfers and meals mentioned in this itinerary proposal.
We include all the necessary entrance tickets to national parks, as well as all other tour-related fees, which are sometimes not included or even mentioned by other travel agencies.
And beyond the travel services themselves, your trip price includes:
- A worry-free experience — our 24/7 assistance team, plus local representatives in every destination, taking care of you and every detail during your entire trip
- Full concierge service before and during your trip: restaurant suggestions and bookings, local tips, and any special arrangement you need — no request is too big or too small
- Close monitoring of all your flights — online check-in handled for you, and immediate rebooking if an airline changes or cancels anything
- Your personalized Travel Booklet, full of useful tips and information to help you make the most out of your trip experience, delivered as a printed copy by FedEx and a digital version
What’s not included in the price?
International airfare to and from Argentina.
Domestic flights for this trip are quoted separately from ground services.
Tips to hotel staff, tour guides, etc.
In Buenos Aires there is a city tax of USD 1.5 per person and per night that can only be paid directly at your Buenos Aires hotel.
These amounts may vary subject to the municipal policy.
Anything not expressly mentioned in this itinerary proposal.
How does the booking process work — and how do I pay?
First we tailor this trip to you: tell us your dates and what you’d like, and we’ll send your own itinerary in under 24 hours, with no planning fees.
When you are ready to proceed with booking your trip, please go to the trip booking form in your itinerary and fill out the required information to begin the process. A non-refundable down payment of USD 250 (or USD 400 for trips booked with very short notice) is required to process your booking. This down payment will be credited towards your total trip payment. Regardless of the number of travelers, only one down payment is needed.
The trip booking process generally takes from 2 to 4 business days. Once all services are booked, we will send you an invoice with the trip booking confirmation and payment instructions. If your trip start date is in fewer than 60 days, we’ll request a full trip payment. If not, we’ll request a first payment of about 40% of the total trip cost, with final payment due 60 days before your trip start date.
We accept all major credit cards. You can also pay with bank wire transfers or check deposits. Our prices are final, you won't have to pay anything extra no matter what payment method you use.
Can I make changes to this trip?
Yes, absolutely. Every sample itinerary is a starting point, and we tailor it to you — your dates, your pace, the hotels you prefer and the activities you enjoy.
Can I change my itinerary after booking?
Before booking, everything is adjustable — dates, hotels, tours, destinations. That’s the point of a personalized itinerary: we’ll go back and forth with you until it’s exactly the trip you want.
After booking, we always book flexible domestic airfares: flights can be changed to future dates with no change penalty as long as the same airfare is available for the new dates (if not, you only pay the airfare difference). For hotels and tours we’ll always do our best to accommodate changes, subject to availability and the conditions of the service suppliers.
What is your cancellation policy?
We strongly advise our guests to purchase cancellation insurance. In the event that you must cancel your trip due to illness, family crisis or other emergency, the insurance company can reimburse you for non-refundable trip costs.
As we book flexible airfares, the flights can be changed for future dates with no penalty as long as the same airfare is available for the new dates (if not we can change them with no change penalty but paying for the airfare difference). If domestic flights are cancelled, they have a 50% to 70% penalty depending on the airfare booked.
For all ground service payments (including hotels, tours and transfers) which have already been made, at the time we receive written notice that you must cancel your trip, the following fees will be charged:
- » When only the first payment has been made: up to 50% cancellation fee over the ground services first payment will apply.
- » After your total payment has been made and you cancel more than 45 days prior to your trip starting date: up to 50% cancellation fee over the total payment will apply.
- » After your total payment has been made and you cancel 36 to 45 days before the start date of the trip: up to 65% cancellation fee over total payment is applicable.
- » After your total payment has been made and you cancel 20 to 35 days before the start date of the trip: up to 80 % cancellation fee over total payment is applicable.
- » After your total payment has been made and you cancel 19 days before the trip starting date, or later: there will be no right to refunds.
We’ll always try our best to get as much of a refund as possible, depending on the trip cancellation date, and the conditions of the service suppliers.
Important note: certain hotels, boats, lodges and airlines may have deposit terms and cancellation policies which vary from our own. We may need to collect an additional deposit from you to hold some reservations. The cancellation penalties on payments will be determined by these individual organizations and will override our policy.
Refunds will only be issued to you once we have received the funds back from the suppliers. Generally, flight tickets cannot be refunded if they are partially used. We are not responsible for a supplier’s failure to pay a refund.
If the reason for your cancellation is covered under the terms of your travel insurance policy, you may be able to reclaim your cancellation charges through your insurer.
Should I buy travel insurance?
Health insurance is mandatory for traveling to Argentina, and it usually comes bundled with travel insurance. We strongly recommend travel insurance covering trip cancellations (reimbursement of non-refundable costs if you must cancel due to illness, family emergencies or other unforeseen events) and flight disruptions (extra expenses if flights are canceled or rescheduled due to weather, strikes or other uncontrollable circumstances).
Your plan must cover medical care during your stay.
We do not endorse any specific provider, but we have seen US guests choose companies like Travel Guard or Travel Insured.
Why Exploration Journeys
Why should I choose you for my Argentina trip?
In 20 years of organizing Argentina trips, our guests have consistently rewarded us with a 5.0 rating across Google, Facebook and Yelp. And more than 750 past guests — who published their testimonials on our website with their full names, itineraries and trip photos — have volunteered to speak directly with future travelers, so you can ask them anything you’d like before deciding. We believe there’s no better way to earn trust than letting our past guests speak for us.
We are a 3 generational family, group of 10 and have been all over the world together. Fred and his team were by far the best travel experts we have used.
Don’t take our word for it — read our guests’ testimonials and contact any of them directly.
What makes Exploration Journeys different from large multi-country travel agencies?
Most big international operators selling Argentina rely on third-party companies to actually run your trip on the ground. We don’t. We design and operate every trip directly — the team planning your itinerary is the same team taking care of you and every detail while you travel. This allows a level of personalized care that companies that outsource simply cannot achieve. And we have specialized in just Argentina for 20 years, while most operators sell dozens of destinations, without the deep Argentina expertise we’ve built.
We have been very fortunate to work with some of the well-known ‘name’ travel companies and their affiliates for trips to Africa, Australia, China and Italy. No company or individual has ever provided anything close to the perfection we received from Fred and his team.
What if something goes wrong during the trip — a cancelled flight, someone gets sick?
Our team monitors your trip 24/7 and is ready to help with anything you need. We closely monitor all your flights — and if an airline changes or cancels anything, we immediately secure the best available alternative and rearrange any ground services as needed. In many cases, we’ve solved it before you even know about it.
We meticulously select, train, and monitor all our service providers — our top priority is that your trip runs smoothly and you take home the best memories.
The same goes for anything personal during your trip — a doctor, a pharmacy, a translation, or help with anything needed or unexpected: our team is one call away at any hour, and we stay on it until it’s solved. Our goal is that every guest feels cared for like family.
Other questions
Are there fixed departure dates? Do I travel with a group?
You can choose any start date you wish for your trip, because all of our trips have private departures. That is, you won’t be traveling as part of a group.
How do you select your tour guides? Do they all speak English fluently?
We don’t just plan your days — we choose who you spend them with. Every guide is hand-picked, and most have worked with our guests for over 10 years, so they know exactly what we expect in terms of experience and care. And yes: all our guides speak fluent English.
After 20 years of operating trips, we keep working only with the guides our guests consistently rate as exceptional — 95% of our guests complete a detailed satisfaction survey after their trip.
Our guides were exceptional and, in fact, some of the best guides we have ever had in our international travels.
Do we need a visa or vaccines for Argentina?
US citizens do not need a visa for tourist visits to Argentina, and your passport only needs to be valid during your stay — Argentine immigration requires no minimum validity period. No vaccinations are required to enter Argentina, though health insurance is mandatory (see the insurance question above).
How does money work in Argentina — cash, credit cards, tipping?
Credit cards are widely accepted at hotels, restaurants and shops in all the destinations you’ll visit (Visa is the most common, followed by Mastercard), though a few popular restaurants only take cash. US dollars are also widely accepted — bring newer-design bills in excellent condition, plus small bills for tipping — and some Argentine pesos are practical for taxis, markets and small purchases.
Tipping is customary and not included in the trip price: up to 10% at restaurants for good service (less than the 15–20% typical in the US), and no tip expected in taxis. Your Travel Booklet includes our complete, current guidance on money, exchange rates and tipping for every situation — guides, drivers, transfers and hotels.
How fit do we need to be? Can you accommodate mobility or dietary needs?
Your itinerary is designed around you — including its pace. All tours have detailed information on their difficulty, and almost every experience can be adapted. If anyone in your group has mobility limitations, tell us and we’ll plan accordingly; our guides are exceptional at making sure nobody misses a thing.
Dietary restrictions are no problem either — vegetarian and other dietary needs are handled at restaurants and on tours; just let us know in advance.
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See other Argentina sample itineraries. Each one is a starting point we’ll reshape around you.
Your Travel Booklet — a preview
Every trip we organize includes a personalized Travel Booklet — a printed copy delivered to your home by FedEx, plus a digital version for your phone. It’s written for your exact trip: your dates, your hotels, your tours. A taste of what’s inside yours:
- Your Day-by-Day, Organized: your complete itinerary with pickup times for every tour and transfer.
- Always Just a Call Away: our 24/7 assistance contacts, plus local representatives in every destination you’ll visit.
- All About Flights: airline info, flight details, luggage allowances, and mileage programs for a seamless, worry-free trip.
- Manage Money Like a Pro: make the most of your money — secure the best rates, when to use credit cards or cash, avoiding fees and much more.
- Tipping Made Easy: clear tipping guidelines for tour guides, drivers, restaurants, and more.
- Savor Local Cuisine: the best local restaurants with our curated list, including menus, addresses, phone numbers, and payment options.
- Master the Parrilla: your insider’s guide to Argentine grills — navigate the menu and order the perfect steak like a pro.
- A Taste of Local Culture: how to make “mate”, Argentina’s beloved traditional drink — and our easy empanada recipe to bring Argentina’s flavors home.
- Packing Made Simple: packing tips tailored to each destination and specific suggestions for your tours.