Embark on a once-in-a-lifetime expedition to Patagonia's heart, where the Andes give way to sculpted granite peaks and electric-blue glaciers. From cosmopolitan Buenos Aires to the wildest wilderness, this journey blends adventure, culture and exceptional stays.
Stand before the towering, perpetually shifting face of the Perito Moreno Glacier, one of Earth's last advancing ice giants, witnessing colossal icebergs calve into milky-blue waters.
Journey to a traditional working estancia (ranch) for a private horseback ride and an authentic asado barbecue, unlocking the enduring culture of the Patagonian gaucho.
Set sail through the dramatic Beagle Channel, following the path of ancient explorers to a wild island teeming with thousands of charismatic Magellanic penguins.
Begin and end your adventure in the sophisticated, passionate capitals of Buenos Aires, Argentina and Santiago, Chile, enjoying curated culinary and cultural moments that bookend the wilderness.
Spend two full days immersed in Chile's iconic national park, trekking amidst its legendary granite towers, sapphire lakes, and vast golden pampas in search of guanacos and condors.
A Grand Roman Welcome
Arrive in Buenos Aires
Upon arrival in Argentina's capital, you will be met by your private guide and transferred to the Four Seasons Hotel Buenos Aires. Settle into your room before an evening at leisure to explore the surrounding Recoleta neighborhood.
Buenos Aires City & Tango
Enjoy a private city tour through colorful La Boca, historic San Telmo and elegant Recoleta. In the evening, take a private tango lesson followed by dinner at a traditional parrilla.
Fly to Ushuaia
Board a domestic flight to Ushuaia, the world's southernmost city. Check into Arakur Ushuaia Resort & Spa, perched above the Beagle Channel with panoramic views of the Martial Glacier.
Beagle Channel Navigation
Cruise the Beagle Channel to observe sea lions, penguins and cormorants against a backdrop of snow-capped peaks. Return to the resort for an evening of regional cuisine.
Tierra del Fuego National Park
Trek through the southernmost national park in the world, where lenga forests meet sub-Antarctic waters. Your guide will share the region's unique geology and history.
Fly to El Calafate
Travel north to El Calafate, gateway to the Perito Moreno Glacier. Settle into Kau Yatun Hotel & Estancia, a historic ranch on the outskirts of town.
Perito Moreno Glacier
Walk the viewing platforms above the glacier's towering ice face, then board a private boat for a close-up perspective of the ice wall. Witness massive chunks calving into the turquoise lake.
El Chaltén & Mount Fitz Roy
Journey to the trekking capital of Argentina. Hike through pristine valleys with views of Mount Fitz Roy and Cerro Torre, stopping for a picnic lunch beside a glacial stream.
Torres del Paine
Cross into Chile's legendary national park. Explore granite towers, turquoise lakes, and vast glaciers on guided excursions tailored to your interests.
Return to Buenos Aires
Enjoy a final morning in the wilderness before flying back to Buenos Aires for your international departure, carrying memories of one of Earth's last great wild places.
Patagonia: Glaciers & Wilderness
Traverse jagged summits and walk beside ancient ice — a world where the wilderness still speaks in its own tongue.
Afternoon:
Spend two full days immersed in Chile's iconic national park, trekking amidst its legendary granite towers, sapphire lakes, and vast golden pampas in search of guanacos and condors.
Morning:
Explore Buenos Aires with your private guide: from the colourful caminito of La Boca to the antique markets of San Telmo and the grand mausoleums of Recoleta Cemetery. In the afternoon, transfer to the airport for your flight to Ushuaia — the End of the World.
All day:
Board a luxury catamaran across the Beagle Channel, spotting sea lions, imperial cormorant colonies and perhaps penguins. Land at Tierra del Fuego National Park for a hike to Lapataia Bay — the southernmost point reachable by road — and send a postcard from the world's end post office.
Morning:
Fly to El Calafate and check into Arakur Ushuaia Resort & Spa, perched above Lago Argentino with panoramic glacier views. Spend the afternoon exploring this frontier town at your own pace, watching icebergs drift across the lake.
Full day:
A full-day excursion to Perito Moreno Glacier — one of the few advancing glaciers on Earth. Trek across the ice with crampons, hear the thunderous calving, and take a boat ride along the towering 60-metre ice wall for an unforgettable perspective.
All day:
Drive across the Patagonian steppe to El Chaltén — the trekking capital. Spot ñandús and guanacos along the route. Arrive at your lodge beneath the iconic spires of Mount Fitz Roy and settle in for two nights of mountain serenity.
Full day:
Full-day trek to Mount Fitz Roy via Laguna Torre and Laguna de los Tres. The trail winds through lenga forests and open ridges before revealing three granite needles reflected in an alpine lake — one of Patagonia's most iconic views.
Morning:
Fly back to Buenos Aires and connect to your charter flight to Estancia Vik José Ignacio — a world-class ranch retreat on Uruguay's Atlantic coast. Arrive to sweeping ocean views, pristine beaches and the legendary Uruguayan hospitality.
Departure:
Enjoy a final morning at the estancia: a gaucho-style breakfast, a last horseback ride along the beach, or simply soaking in the infinity pool overlooking the ocean. Private transfer to Montevideo airport for your departure flight, carrying memories that will last a lifetime.
Where You Will Stay
Buenos Aires
Four Seasons Hotel Buenos AiresUshuaia
Arakur Ushuaia Resort & SpaEl Calafate
Kau Yatun Hotel & EstanciaInclusions & Offers
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Offer 1:Save 50% on the single supplement on select departures.
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Offer 2:Save $1000 per person on select departures booked by February 28, 2026.
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Offer 3:Prepay and save 5% when you book and pay in full on journeys departing in nine months or more.
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English-Speaking Resident Tour Director and Local Guides
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Airport Meet and Greet with Private Transfers
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Internet Access
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Entrance Fees, Taxes and All Gratuities Except Resident Tour Director
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Internal Air Included (Economy Class, $1,400 value) Buenos Aires/Ushuaia/El Calafate/Punta Arenas/Santiago
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24/7 YEARNING On-Call Support
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