Embark on a 14-day adventure through Chile and Argentina, exploring vibrant cities, breathtaking landscapes, and iconic landmarks. From Santiago to Patagonia, the Andes to Buenos Aires, and Iguazu Falls, this trip has it all!
Arrival in Santiago de Chile
Santiago - Arrive in Chile’s capital, Santiago, the country’s political, commercial, and financial hub. Situated just 100 km from the coast and at the base of the Andes Mountains, the city offers a variety of activities for visitors. Upon landing at Santiago International Airport, proceed to the local transfer operator to be assigned a vehicle that will take you to your chosen hotel in the city. The rest of the day is free for you to explore the city at your own pace.
Santiago City Tour
Santiago - Our tour begins at 8 am, covering the city’s main attractions, including the Civic District, Historic Santiago, La Moneda Palace, The Illustrious Municipality of Santiago, the National Historic Museum, and the Cathedral of Santiago.
Metropolitan Cathedral (Catedral Metropolitana) - A key attraction.
Plaza de Armas - A key attraction.
La Moneda - Next, we visit the Palacio de La Moneda, the presidential headquarters of Chile. Learn about its history and architecture, and if the timing is right, witness the changing of the guard.
Barrio Lastarria - We then head to the charming Lastarria neighborhood, known for its bohemian vibe, cobblestone streets, cafes, and art and culture shops. It’s a perfect place for a stroll and exploration.
Cerro Santa Lucia - Adjacent to this picturesque neighborhood is Cerro Santa LucÃa. If open and time permits, we can climb to a natural viewpoint with gardens and trails offering stunning panoramic views of the city and the Andes.
Barrio Bellavista - We continue to the Bellavista neighborhood, known for its vibrant nightlife, colorful murals, and unique architecture. Here, you’ll also find La Chascona, one of the homes of the famous Chilean poet Pablo Neruda.
Viña del Mar and Valparaiso
Curacavi - Departing from your Santiago hotel around 8:00 am, we embark on a 120 km journey to the Pacific Ocean. We’ll enjoy the diverse landscape of the Curacavà Valley, followed by the Casablanca Valley, renowned for its Sauvignon Blanc white wine production.
Plaza Sotomayor - Arriving in ValparaÃso, we’ll be captivated by its hillside houses and picturesque scenery. We’ll visit Victory Square, Sotomayor Square, the Monument to the Naval Glories, and Paseo 21 de Mayo, where we’ll ascend to a viewpoint to admire one of the country’s most important ports.
Plaza Victoria - Also known as Plaza de La Victoria, this square is located in the El Almendral sector of ValparaÃso. Since the mid-19th century, it has been a significant social center of the city.
Paseo 21 de Mayo - We’ll ascend to the viewpoint to appreciate one of the country’s most important ports.
Cerro Alegre - We’ll stroll along Cerro Alegre, using various elevators to blend in with the local environment. This neighborhood is known for its colorful, unique, and comfortable architecture, complemented by abundant gardens.
Flower Clock (Reloj de Flores) - Our tour continues to Viña Del Mar, known as The Garden City. The first stop is The Flower Clock, a popular tourist site. Locals say that those who take a photo with it in the background will return to Viña del Mar.
Vina del Mar Casino - Next, we visit the Casino Municipal de Viña del Mar, inaugurated in 1930. Today, it is considered a place of historical and architectural interest.
Playa Renaca - We’ll walk through this beautiful area with terraced buildings on the hillsides and an extensive beach, a summer hotspot for locals and visitors. Here, we’ll have time for lunch and a beach stroll (lunch not included).
Quinta Vergara - On our return to Santiago along the coastal path, we’ll visit the iconic Quinta Vergara, known for its International Song Festival. We’ll arrive in Santiago around 6 PM.
Santiago to Puerto Varas
Santiago - After breakfast at the hotel, and depending on our flight departure time, we’ll have free time until our transfer to Santiago International Airport.
Puerto Varas - A driver will pick us up at Puerto Montt airport to take us to our hotel in Puerto Varas. The rest of the day is free to explore the city.
Free day in Puerto Varas
Puerto Varas - Enjoy breakfast at the hotel. The day is free for rest, shopping, or optional tours. Accommodation provided.
Andean Crossing to San Carlos de Bariloche
Puerto Varas - After breakfast at the hotel, we begin our Great Andean Crossing adventure, a route traveled for over 400 years.
Puerto Varas - From Puerto Varas, we’ll follow the route along the spectacular Llanquihue Lake to Petrohué, where, if the season allows, we can see the impressive Petrohué River waterfalls. We’ll continue by catamaran across Todos Los Santos Lake, surrounded by hills and small plains.
Nahuel Huapi Lake - We’ll board a bus for a two-hour journey through the Andes Mountains to Puerto FrÃas. From there, we’ll sail across Lake FrÃas to Puerto Alegre, then take a bus to Puerto Blest. Here, we’ll have time for lunch (lunch not included) or to explore the Cántaros Waterfall.
Puerto Panuelo - Later, we’ll embark on the final leg of our journey across Nahuel Huapi Lake to Puerto Pañuelo. From there, a bus will take us to our final destination: the city of Bariloche. The service ends in downtown Bariloche, where we’ll head to our selected hotel (transfer not included).
Sightseeing in Bariloche
San Carlos de Bariloche - After picking you up at your downtown hotel, we’ll head to Playa Bonita, 8 km from the city, where you can see Huemul Island.
Cerro Campanario - Continuing 10 km further, we’ll reach Cerro Campanario, offering breathtaking views of Nahuel Huapi and Perito Moreno lakes, El Trébol lagoon, San Pedro and Llao Llao peninsulas, Victoria Island, the arrayanes forest, and the Otto, BahÃa López, Goye, Catedral, and Bariloche hills. You can take a chairlift to the summit of Cerro Campanario.
Puerto Panuelo - The tour continues to the impressive Llao Llao Hotel and the beautiful San Eduardo Chapel, architectural gems of the region. Puerto Pañuelo, where boats depart for Victoria Island and the Arrayanes Forest, is also located here.
Cable Carril Cerro Catedral - Further along, you’ll see golf courses, the Angostura bridge over the river connecting Moreno and Nahuel Huapi lakes, and then BahÃa López at the foot of the hill of the same name. Leaving the bay, we’ll reach a Panoramic Point, a natural balcony with views of Lake Moreno and the Llao Llao peninsula. On the other side, you’ll see Cerro Catedral.
San Carlos de Bariloche - Returning to the circuit, we’ll cross the Moreno Lake bridge at its narrowest point. We’ll pass El Trébol lagoon and, 2 km ahead, take Bustillo Avenue at kilometer 18, beginning our return to Bariloche.
Free Day in Bariloche
San Carlos de Bariloche - A free day for personal activities or optional tours.
Bariloche to Buenos Aires
Buenos Aires - At the agreed time, transfer to Bariloche airport for your flight to Buenos Aires. Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel for check-in and accommodation.
Buenos Aires City Tour and Tango Show
Obelisco - We’ll start our tour by picking up passengers at their hotels, beginning our journey through this unique city filled with passion, history, culture, and magic. We’ll continue along 9 de Julio Avenue, one of the main avenues, where we’ll see the Colon Theatre and the Obelisk, an iconic city monument.
Plaza de Mayo - Our first stop is Plaza de Mayo, the historical, political, and foundational epicenter. Here, you’ll see the Metropolitan Cathedral, the Government House, and the Cabildo, all emblematic buildings perfect for photos.
San Telmo - The tour continues south through the historic San Telmo neighborhood, passing Lezama Park, and further south to La Boca neighborhood, where we’ll make our second stop. Here, you’ll see the famous Boca Juniors football stadium, a symbol of Argentine passion.
La Boca - We’ll visit the famous Caminito, a tourist attraction full of color, magic, and history.
Puente de la Mujer - We’ll then pass along the Riachuelo to the other end of the city, observing the contrast as we head towards Puerto Madero, the city’s newest and most modern district. We’ll pass Retiro with its central San Martin Square, connecting to Avenida del Libertador, and enter the exclusive Palermo district, the city’s green zone.
Recoleta - We’ll then tour the exclusive and sophisticated Recoleta neighborhood, ending our excursion in Buenos Aires’ central area.
Microcentro - The tour concludes in the area of Avenida Cordoba & Florida Street.
La Ventana Tango Show - La Ventana offers one of the best and most traditional tango shows in the city.
08:00 - 10:00 pm: Arrive at a historic conventillo, now a theater-restaurant, for an unforgettable night at La Ventana. The menu features delicious gourmet dishes, both national and international.
10:00 pm: The tango show begins, featuring live music by luxury tango orchestras and a group of Argentine folk musicians, accompanied by four couples who will dazzle you with their precision and sensuality.
11:45 pm: After the show, transfer back to your selected hotels.
Free Day in Buenos Aires
Buenos Aires - A free day to rest, shop, or take optional tours.
Buenos Aires to Puerto Iguazu
Puerto Iguazu - At the appointed time, meet our assistant in the hotel lobby for your transfer to Aeroparque for your flight to Iguazú city. Upon arrival, transfer to your scheduled hotel for check-in and accommodation.
Iguazu Falls Argentinian Side
Iguazu Falls - Depart for an excursion to the Argentine side of Iguazu Falls, with the chance to visit some of the 275 crescent-shaped falls. During this excursion, you can enjoy the following:
UPPER CIRCUIT: An 800-meter walkway elevated above the jungle surface to protect the fauna. This circuit offers an upper view of the Iguazu Falls, providing a panoramic perspective. Duration: one hour.
LOWER CIRCUIT: A 1,600-meter walkway, also elevated above the jungle surface, offering views from below and around the falls. This circuit provides a unique experience, allowing you to feel part of the natural surroundings and sense the falls’ magnitude up close. Duration: two hours.
Garganta del Diablo - From Cataratas Station, a train takes you to Garganta Station in about 18 minutes. A 1,200-meter walk along the catwalks over the islands leads to the most spectacular view from the Devil’s Gorge, the largest fall of the Iguazu Falls. Time required: two hours.
Iguazu Falls Brazilian Side and Departure
Iguazu Falls - The Brazilian Iguazu National Park offers new facilities for you to enjoy during the tour. Upon arrival at the Visitors Center, we’ll board panoramic buses to tour the park. After a while, we’ll disembark to walk the paths. From the first balcony, you’ll get a panoramic view of the Argentinean falls. After 950 meters of stunning views over the Iguazu river, we’ll reach the falls on the Brazilian side.
Parque Nacional do Iguacu - The walkway entering the river next to the Floriano fall offers a refreshing experience and a beautiful panoramic view of the lower Iguazu river and the Devil’s Gorge Canyon. An elevator and stairs lead to the shopping and restaurant area upstairs.
Cataratas of Iguazu International Airport - In the afternoon, transfer to Iguazú airport for your flight back home.
- 13 nights of accommodation
- Breakfast
- Dinner
- Excursions and transfers detailed in the program
- Taxes
- National and international flights
- National Park entrances
- Extras not mentioned in the itinerary
- Transfer from Cruce Andino’s office in Bariloche to your hotel
- Personal expenses
- Gratuities
We are presenting an amazing 14-day journey to explore the highlights of Argentina and Chile in a unique manner. Our voyage commences in Santiago de Chile, a cosmopolitan city encompassed by majestic mountains. From here, we advance to the Chilean Patagonia, followed by a traverse across the Andes Mountains via several lakes, leading us to the Argentine city of Bariloche, a globally renowned ski resort. Our expedition then takes us to Buenos Aires, the city acclaimed as ‘the Paris of Latin America’ for its vibrant nightlife. Lastly, we journey northward to gaze upon the marvel of the Iguazu Falls, recognized as one of the Natural Wonders of the World. This package comprises accommodation, transfers, and guided tours.
- Not valid for Carnival, Easter, long weekends, winter holidays (month of July), congresses, special dates.
- This tour includes a border crossing to Chile, check if your nationality requires VISA to enter the country.
- In Iguazu we recommend wearing a swimsuit or light clothing that dries quickly. Some people bring a raincoat, a good idea would be to wear long sleeves as protection against sunburn and mosquitoes.
- You will need a valid passport that proves your identity.
If you cancel at least 7 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.
If you cancel between 3 and 6 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund.
If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.
