14 Day itinerary in Chile, South America
Embark on an unforgettable Patagonia adventure with Bamba’s epic journey from Santiago to Ushuaia. Traverse the legendary Ruta 40, experiencing breathtaking landscapes, majestic glaciers, and lush national parks. Hike in Torres del Paine, explore the vibrant streets of Buenos Aires, and witness the ... Read More
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Explore the beautiful Osorno volcano
Marvel at the massive Perito Moreno Glacier
Visit the stunning Tierra del Fuego National Park
Explore the beautiful Osorno volcano
Marvel at the massive Perito Moreno Glacier
Visit the stunning Tierra del Fuego National Park
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Day 1: Santiago, Chile
Santiago Bike City Experience
Departure Time: 14:00
Duration: 3 hrs
Pedal through the neighborhoods and popular markets in the Chilean capital with this fun Santiago Bicycle Tour and experience the city in a new way during your vacation. Bike tours in Santiago are very popular since the city is located in a flat valley with a lovely Mediterranean climate with low rainfall, making it great for a cycle. The first stop on this bicycle tour is La Chimba, a popular area known for its parties and bustle. The cycle tour continues in the Patronato neighborhood, a fairly traditional Chilean community where many people from around the world live today: Arabs, Indians, Chinese, Taiwanese, Japanese, Korean, Peruvian and others. There are plenty of clothing shops, restaurants and more in this neighborhood. Next, cycle to La Vega Central market where you can taste some typical fruits and vegetables. Finally, visit Plaza de Armas, the heart of historic Santiago.
Day 2: Pucon, Chile
Santiago to Pucon
Type: Bus
Time: 11:00, 22:45
Duration: 11.5 Hours
Transfer from Santiago to Pucon
Please make your own way to the bus station to catch your bus to Pucon
Day 3: Pucon, Chile
Free Day
Enjoy a free day to experience on your own
Day 4: Puerto Varas, Chile
Pucon to Puerto Varas
Type: Bus
Time: April to November: 9:00AM // December to March: 7:00AM
Duration: 4.5 Hours
Transfer from Pucon to Puerto Varas
Please make your own way to the bus station to catch your bus to Puerto Varas.
Day 5: Puerto Varas, Chile
Osorno Volcano Day Trip
Departure Time: 14:00
Duration: 4 hrs
We will begin our tour by departing to Puerto Varas, to travel around Lake Llanquihue where we will be able to appreciate beautiful fields that decorate the landscape until we arrive at Villa Ensenada, one of the main rural towns of the south of Chile and one of the centers of adventure tourism of the Region of the Lakes. Then we will go to the Vicente Perez Rosales Park, which is a protected area framed by the Andes Mountains. From here we will begin our excursion to the Osorno Volcano. We will walk in the middle of native forests as we approach the volcano. When we reach 1000 meters high, we will stop to observe the crater "La Burbuja". This crater has a depth of 20 meters and we can still appreciate the traces of the lava flow, more than 130 years ago. We will take some time to enjoy the panoramic view of the Petrohué River Valley, and the Calbuco Volcano in the Andes Mountains. We will continue our way until we reach the Osorno Volcano, where we will find a ski center with the best view of the country, which has service facilities and a cafeteria that we can use. Also, optionally, we will be able to access the ski lifts to have a better view of the volcano. After enjoying the scenery, we will return to our selected hotels in Puerto Varas.
Day 6: Bariloche, Argentina
Puerto Varas to Bariloche
Type: Bus
Time: 08:55
Duration: 7 Hours
Transfer from Puerto Varas to Bariloche
Day 7: Bariloche, Argentina
Circuito Chico Day Trip
Departure Time: 9:00
Duration: 4 hrs
The Circuito Chico Excursion in Bariloche is a half-day tour of San Carlos de Bariloche, a city in Argentina located in the Nahuel Huapi National Park. The tour begins in the city and takes visitors through the southern margin of Lake Nahuel Huapi, where they can see the urban architecture, local houses, and colorful landscapes with trees such as cypresses, maitenes, and ñires. The tour also includes stops at Playa Bonita, Bahía Serena, and Cerro Campanario, where visitors can take a chairlift to the top and enjoy views of the lake and nearby landmarks. On the way back, tourists can visit shops and taste local cuisine, as well as purchase handicrafts and beauty products made with regional ingredients like rosehip and lavender. The Circuito Chico Excursion is a great way to experience the mountain scenery and culture of Bariloche.
Day 8: Perito Moreno, Argentina
Bariloche to Perito Moreno
Type: Bus (Ruta 40)
Time: 12:00
Duration: 12 Hours
Transfer from Bariloche to Perito Moreno
Day 9: El Chalten, Argentina
Perito Moreno to El Chalten
Type: Bus (Ruta 40)
Time: 00:50
Duration: 12 Hours
Transfer from Perito Moreno to El Chalten
Day 10: El Chalten, Argentina
Free Day
Enjoy a free day to experience on your own
Day 11: El Calafate, Argentina
El Chalten to El Calafate
Type: Bus
Time: 08:00, 18:00
Duration: 3 Hours
Transfer from El Chalten to El Calafate
Please make your own way to the bus station to catch your bus to El Calafate.
Day 12: El Calafate, Argentina
Perito Moreno Glacier Excursion
Departure Time: 8:00
Duration: 8 hrs
The Excursion to the Perito Moreno Glacier is undoubtedly one of the greatest attractions in Argentina! Take part in this memorable tour, and fall in love with its majestic landscape, snow, and vegetation. The Perito Moreno glacier is located in Los Glaciares National Park, in the Patagonia region, a place declared Natural World Heritage Site by the UNESCO.
This great adventure begins when we pick you up at your hotel. Walk together with your guide along the wooden paths. Walk the catwalks and visit the balconies located at different levels to appreciate the Perito Moreno glacier from different angles. During the tour, you'll also have the chance, if you want to, to navigate approaching the south wall of this imposing 60-meter glacier. Whether in summer or winter, shelter is necessary. The high season begins at the end of October and extends until the end of the Holy Week. Within these months, the famous landslides of the glacier usually happen. The biggest ones happen every 3 or 4 years, especially between December and March.
Day 13: Ushuaia, Argentina
El Calafete to Rio Gallegos
Type: Bus
Time: 03-.00
Duration: 4 Hours
Transfer from El Calafete to Rio Gallegos
Please make your own way to the bus station to catch your bus to Rio Gallegos.
Rio Gallegos to Ushuaia
Type: Bus
Time: 08:00
Duration: 12 Hours
Transfer from Ushuaia to Rio Gallegos
Please make your own way to the bus station to catch your bus to Ushuaia.
Day 14: Ushuaia, Argentina
Tierra del Fuego National Park (Half Day)
Departure Time: 8:00
Duration: 5.5 hrs
The Tierra del Fuego National Park Tour is ideal to get to know magnificent landscapes and learn all about this beautiful region near Ushuaia, the world southeast city. The Excursion to Tierra del Fuego National Park has an incredible view from the beginning of the 12 km route that passes on the national road in the Pipo valley, and ends at the beautiful Tierra del Fuego National Park. Once in the park, you will have the opportunity to observe all the local fauna, flora and geography, which includes forests, rivers, lakes and the best of the charming Patagonian landscapes. See and observe some famous places such as Ensenada Bay, the Beagle Channel, Redonda Island, Roca Lake, and Lapataia Bay, spending an unforgettable time in Patagonia. During this tour, you'll be able to join a ride of 45 minutes in the mythical End of the World train inside the national park. The tour will end, making our way back to Ushuaia in total security. This visit is ideal for those who enjoy nature and more alternative tourism and want to discover all the mysteries of this beautiful region of Patagonia in Argentina.
Note: Passengers who do not wish to travel by train will continue on the tour bus to the point where the train ends, where they will join the other passengers. End of the World Train costs approximately $47USD per person (45min ride).
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