Patagonia: Journey to the End of the World with Easter Island
Patagonia: Journey to the End of the World with Easter Island
Patagonia: Journey to the End of the World with Easter Island
18 Days Starting in Santiago, Santiago Metropolitan Region, Chile and ending in Buenos Aires, Argentina
Visiting: Santiago, Easter Island, Punta Arenas, Puerto Natales, Torres del Paine National Park, El Calafate, Estancia Cristina, Perito Moreno Glacier, Ushuaia, Tierra del Fuego National Park, Buenos Aires
Tour operator:
Tour code:
SFQ-2024
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
1 - 36
Physical rating:
Low
Age range:
5-99
Special diets catered:
Vegetarians
Tour operated in:
EnglishTrip Styles:
Interests:
Activities:
From:
$10520
$9361 (USD)
Operator discount: -$894
The Big ADVENTURE Sale: -$265
-11%
Tour Overview
Whereas most fairy tales conclude with “The End,” that is exactly where this one begins. In this vast kingdom of jagged peaks, massive fjords, and imposing glaciers stretching across the southernmost tips of Argentina and Chile, you are the sovereign of this dramatic domain affectionately referred to as the “end of the world.” Surrounded by the granite pillars of Torres Del Paine National Park, standing tall before the advancing Perito Moreno Glacier, and cruising through the majestic scenery of the Beagle Channel, you will reign before glorious vistas, bask in triumphant scenery, and even prevail over a colony of Magellan penguins on this tour of pristine Patagonia. As no ordinary toast will do for such a colossal experience, you’ll rejoin civilization in Buenos Aires to raise your glass to the ornate teatros, the charming tea rooms, and of course, the steamy tango. Leave no stone uncovered on the hunt for archaeological treasures on the world’s most isolated inhabited island. Home to the world’s largest open-air museum and nearly 1,000 mysterious Moai statues, Chile’s Easter Island is an intriguing extension to your South America vacation.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1: Arrive In Santiago,Chile
Location: Santiago
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Hyatt Centric Las Condes Santiago
Be met by a Globus representative.
Day 2: Santiago,Easter Island
Location: Santiago, Easter Island
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Hotel Taha Tai
Meals Included: Breakfast
Fly from Santiago to Easter Island, considered the world’s largest open-air museum, boasting over 400 moai, ruins, and temples.
Day 3: Easter Island
Location: Easter Island
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Hotel Taha Tai
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
Your first stop on your private tour will be Ahu Vaihu, where eight large moai lie in ruins. Continue on to Ahu Akahanga. According to legend, this is the burial site of the first king of Easter Island (Hotu Matu’a). Next, at the Rano Raraku quarry, you’ll find 394 statues in various stages of completion. It appears that the moai production was abruptly abandoned, leaving us a frozen snapshot that reveals how the moai were carved out of volcanic rocks. At Ahu Tongariki, see 15 beautifully restored moai, and at Ahu Te Pito Kura, see the largest moai ever transported and erected. Last stop is the beach of Anakena, where King Hotu Matu’a first landed on Rapa Nui.
Day 4: Easter Island
Location: Easter Island
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Hotel Taha Tai
Meals Included: Breakfast
This morning, your private tour visits the Rano Kau Volcano, with a caldera that contains one of the island’s freshwater lakes. At the nearby ceremonial village of Orongo, see the restored houses and remains of an ancient Ahu. Head to Ana Kai Tagata, an ancient cave with wall paintings on the rock. This afternoon, visit Ahu Akivi, with seven restored moais in the middle of the island. According to legend, the statues represent the seven scouts sent to Easter Island by King Hotu Matu’a. Finally, visit the Puna Pau topknot quarry with its red scoria stone, where the Pukaos on top of the moai were made.
Day 5: Easter Island,Santiago
Location: Easter Island, Santiago
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Hyatt Centric Las Condes Santiago
Return to Santiago.
Day 6: Santiago
Location: Santiago
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Hyatt Centric Las Condes Santiago
Meals Included: Breakfast
Today is free for exploring on your own.
Day 7: Santiago
Location: Santiago
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Hyatt Centric Las Condes Santiago
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
After breakfast, embark on a city tour with a Local Guide who will show you the highlights of this great city of colonial and contemporary contrasts. See the famous Government Palace, Plaza de Armas, the Cathedral, and Santa Lucia Hill. After lunch at a local restaurant, visit La Vega Central Market to learn about traditional Chilean food including steaming pots of cazuela and humitas, similar to tamales! Enjoy a terremoto cocktail (meaning ‘earthquake’ and made of Chilean wine, liqueur, and sorbet) at a local pub before a visit to Cerro San Cristobal for stunning views of Santiago and the Andes.
Day 8: Santiago,Punta Arenas,Puerto Natales
Location: Santiago, Punta Arenas, Puerto Natales
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Hotel Remota
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Depart Santiago and fly to Punta Arenas on the Strait of Magellan, gateway to Chile's Patagonia. Head to Puerto Natales on a scenic drive through the Patagonian steppe passing rivers, forests, mountains, and ranches. Enjoy dinner at the hotel tonight.
Day 9: Puerto Natales,Torres Del Paine National Park
Location: Puerto Natales, Torres del Paine National Park
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Hotel Las Torres
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Visit the legendary Milódon Cave, where prehistoric fossils dating back 14,000 years ago, including those of a saber-toothed tiger and a gigantic sloth weighing over a ton, have been found. Venture into Torres del Paine, one of the most spectacularly scenic regions in the world. During your visits to see the famous sites, including Los Cuernos, Lago Pehoe, and Salto Grande, you are guaranteed to get a glimpse of some of the park’s fauna, such as herds of guanacos, foxes, swans, and birds. Also stop at Lago Grey to see the imposing Grey Glacier, floating icebergs, and the beautiful views and rugged landscapes! Arrive at your hotel where you will be treated to an organic cocktail demonstration which includes a walk through the garden to pick the ingredients followed by a lesson to learn how to make popular drinks from the region. Dinner is at the hotel this evening.
Day 10: Torres Del Paine National Park
Location: Torres del Paine National Park
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Hotel Las Torres
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Today, enjoy a full day exploring the park. See Los Cuernos, or “the horns,” the iconic jagged granite peaks that loom over the windswept plains. Next, view the spectacular waterfall, Salto Grande in the park’s lake district. After lunch at the hotel, head to the Laguna Azul where you have a good chance of seeing some of the park’s wildlife, including guanacos and condors. End the day at Cascada Paine, a beautiful waterfall surrounded by rugged vistas.
Day 11: Torres Del Paine National Park,El Calafate,Argentina
Location: Torres del Paine National Park, El Calafate
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Kosten Aike
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
After breakfast, take an easy guided hike to Laguna Ines in search of an array of birds and other wildlife that can be found here. Next, depart for El Calafate, a lovely village on the southern shores of Lake Argentino. Originally a simple sheltering destination for wool traders, today El Calafate serves as the entry point for the UNESCO Natural Heritage Site of Los Glaciares National Park.
Day 12: El Calafate. Glacier Cruise & Estancia Cristina
Location: El Calafate, Estancia Cristina
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Kosten Aike
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
Today, a cruise on Lago Argentino takes you up close for views of icebergs and Upsala Glacier, one of the longest in South America at over 35 miles long. Disembark at a historic ranch, Estancia Cristina, on the shores of Lago Argentino. Whether you prefer a quiet day of touring and history or more adventurous activities, like trekking or exploring by 4-wheel-drive vehicle—the choice is yours during your ranch visit.
Day 13: El Calafate. Excursion To Perito Moreno Glacier
Location: El Calafate, Perito Moreno Glacier
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Kosten Aike
Meals Included: Breakfast
A must for all visitors to Argentina is a visit to Perito Moreno Glacier (a UNESCO World Heritage Site) in Los Glaciares National Park. During your walking tour along the catwalks, marvel at the breathtaking glacier views and, with some luck, see the ice calve and break into the waters below.
Day 14: El Calafate,Ushuaia
Location: El Calafate, Ushuaia
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Cilene Del Faro
Meals Included: Breakfast
After breakfast, fly to Ushuaia, Argentina—the end of the world! You’ll have the opportunity to see the Andes Mountains from a [LF] cruise along Beagle Channel. Bask in the feeling of being in the southernmost city in the world, and watch for sea lions, albatrosses, skuas, and other interesting Patagonian fauna. Arrive at Martillo Island, where you have the chance to see a colony of Magellan penguins!
Day 15: Ushuaia. Tierra Del Fuego National Park Excursion
Location: Ushuaia, Tierra del Fuego National Park, Ushuaia
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Cilene Del Faro
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
Today, discover Tierra del Fuego National Park, the southernmost national park in the world. Hike around the park, escorted by an expert Naturalist. With stops at Bahia Lapataia, Lago Roca, and Bahia Ensenada, you’ll gain a deeper appreciation for the delicate ecosystems here.
Day 16: Ushuaia,Buenos Aires
Location: Ushuaia, Buenos Aires
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Hilton Buenos Aires
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Fly to Buenos Aires today, the “Paris of South America” and capital of Argentina. Fabulous food, shopping, and architecture all converge here to create a distinctly Latin vibe. Tonight, enjoy [LF] Argentinian dinner party with local specialties and wine.
Day 17: Buenos Aires
Location: Buenos Aires
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Hilton Buenos Aires
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Your included sightseeing this morning starts in La Boca, a vibrant district and site of the city’s first port. Take a short walking tour of this unique enclave at the mouth of the river and then on to San Telmo, famous for its late-colonial buildings and as a popular gathering spot for artists. At the Plaza de Mayo, see La Casa Rosada (the President’s Pink House) and the Metropolitan Cathedral, which houses San Martin’s Mausoleum. Drive past the ornate Teatro Colón opera house before reaching Recoleta Cemetery, burial site of Eva Perón. After an afternoon at leisure, top off the evening at a famous Tango club. Start with a [LF] dance lesson, followed by a farewell dinner of Argentine steaks and other local specialties, and end with a show featuring flawless performances of Latin America’s most sensuous dance—the Tango!
Day 18: Buenos Aires
Location: Buenos Aires
Meals Included: Breakfast
Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning.
What's Included
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Fully Guided
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Transport
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Transport
Private, first-class, air-conditioned motorcoach with free Wi-Fi
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Accommodation
As detailed in the itinerary
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Meals
As detailed in the itinerary
What's Not Included
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International Travel
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Insurance
Small Group
Globus offers Small-Group Discoveries on all South America tour dates. A Small-Group Discovery is limited to an average of just 20 guests per departure. There’s always room to roam with extra space between you and other travelers—while still getting up close and personal to the experiences you’ve been dreaming of. Small-Group Discoveries include all the features of a traditional Globus escorted tour, complete with expert Tour Director, Driver, and Local Guides who ensure that your health and safety is our top priority. A Small-Group Discovery trip is the perfectly sized tour—without the crowds.
UNESCO Sites
Los Glaciares National Park|Torres del Paine National Park
Meals
Breakfast daily, 8 lunches, 5 dinners
Accommodation
Santiago:Hyatt Centric Las Condes SantiagoEaster Island:Hotel Taha TaiPuerto Natales/Patagonia:RemotaTorres Del Paine/Patagonia:Hotel Las TorresEl Calafate:Kosten AikeUshuaia:Cilene del FaroBuenos Aires:Hilton Buenos Aires
Check out our Q&As
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Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?
Yes
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Will passengers from another country be participating in the tour?
Yes
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What is the fitness level required to do this tour?
Low
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Is there any free time to explore places during the tour?
As detailed in the itinerary
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What is the maximum group size?
Usually max 43 people
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Are children permitted to take part in the tour?
Yes, 5 years or above
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Will there be an escort accompanying this tour?
Yes
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Will I know the names and details of all the accommodation before I depart?
Yes
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How long has the tour company been trading?
For over 90 years.
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Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
Yes
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What policies are in place for Covid-19?
Please contact us for latest Covid-19 policies
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What documents will I receive before I travel?
Travel documents, including any air tickets, itineraries, and other information, are available approximately two to three weeks prior to departure provided full payment has been received.
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What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?
The Globus Lighthouse Project - an illuminating initiative where we can all come together to tread lightly and give generously for the globe's greater good. Globus, along with sister companies Avalon Waterways and Cosmos, invite our travellers and partners to help us in supporting causes that provide for a more sustainable planet and a brighter tomorrow.
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