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Depart late in the evening for Buenos Aires. Overnight on board.
Arrive in Buenos Aires in the morning, where you will be welcomed and transferred to your hotel in a private vehicle (your room will be ready for you to rest after your journey). The afternoon will be dedicated to exploring this elegant and cosmopolitan capital, which will surprise you with its diversity and reveal its architectural and cultural gems. With neighborhoods reminiscent of Madrid, Barcelona, or even Paris due to waves of European immigration since the late 19th century, Buenos Aires offers a blend of influences. You will have a private guided tour, including the picturesque La Boca neighborhood, a vibrant area with brightly colored houses, birthplace of Buenos Aires’ working class and artistic and literary bohemia, and the home of tango. Continue your discovery with visits to the National Congress, the Metropolitan Cathedral, Plaza de Mayo, and the parks and gardens of Palermo... Free dinner and check-in for a 2-night stay at the 5-star Alvear Palace Hotel in a Premier Room.
Depart by private vehicle with your private guide toward the pampa and Estancia Ombú de Areco, a historic colonial building dating back to the late 19th century, set within a 6,000-hectare private reserve. Enjoy a traditional Argentine barbecue (asado) for lunch, savoring grilled meats as the Gauchos of the 18th century did. Afterward, take part in various excursions offered by the estancia (walking, horseback riding, or biking) or relax in the provided facilities. Return to Buenos Aires by evening. Later, enjoy the "Rojo Tango" dinner-show, arguably the best in the city. Overnight at the hotel.
Depart by private vehicle to the airport for your domestic flight to Ushuaia. Before embarking on your cruise through the fjords and glaciers of Patagonia, enjoy some free time to stroll the world’s southernmost city, or visit the "End of the World Museum" (your guide and driver will be available). In the afternoon, board the M/S Stella Australis cruise ship for a journey from Ushuaia (Argentina) to Punta Arenas (Chile), passing through some of the world’s most remote and incredible locations. Discover Patagonia’s wild beauty, its diverse fauna, and fascinating history aboard an expedition ship offering exceptional service and comfort in the world’s southernmost regions. As the ship departs Ushuaia, you will visit legendary places such as Cape Horn and Wulaia Bay, then sail through the Beagle Channel, the labyrinth of islands, glaciers, and the legendary Strait of Magellan. The final stop will be Magdalena Island, home to noisy penguin colonies, before disembarking in Punta Arenas. After a welcome cocktail and presentation by the captain and crew, the ship sets sail for the extreme south. Dinner and overnight aboard the M/V Stella Australis in an AAA cabin, all-inclusive for 4 nights.
This day, navigate through the Murray Channel and Nassau Bay to reach Cape Horn National Park, where you will disembark if weather conditions allow. Cape Horn, discovered in 1616, is a nearly vertical 425-meter rocky promontory. For years, it was an important shipping route for sailing vessels between the Pacific and Atlantic Oceans, known as the "end of the world" and designated as a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve in 2005. In the afternoon, disembark in Wulaia Bay, a historical site once home to one of the largest Yámana indigenous settlements. This site offers breathtaking views thanks to its lush vegetation and unique geography. You will reach a viewpoint after walking through the Magellanic forest, home to lengas, coigües, cinnamon trees, and ferns. Meals and overnight aboard.
Today, navigate the northwest arm of the Beagle Channel to enter and disembark in the Pía Fjord. You will hike to a viewpoint offering a panoramic view of the Pía Glacier and its main ice tongue stretching from the mountain range to the ocean. In the afternoon, enter the Garibaldi Fjord for an excursion through the cold Patagonian forest to a glacial waterfall. Passengers remaining on board will enjoy an impressive panoramic view of the Garibaldi Glacier from the ship’s exterior decks. Meals and overnight aboard.
In the morning, navigate through the Cockburn Channel to reach Agostini Sound, where you can observe glaciers descending from the Darwin Mountain Range. You will disembark by Zodiac for a light hike around a lagoon formed by the melting Aguila Glacier, before reaching the glacier itself. In the afternoon, another Zodiac excursion will take you closer to Condor Glacier, offering an opportunity to learn more about glacier formation and their influence on the rugged geography of the Fuegian channels. Meals and overnight aboard.
Early in the morning, weather permitting, disembark on Magdalena Island, once a mandatory resupply point for explorers. During a walk to the lighthouse, you will encounter a massive colony of Magellanic penguins. Disembark in Punta Arenas at 11:30 AM and travel by road to one of Chile’s wonders, Torres del Paine National Park. The journey is set against a stunning backdrop of pampas, blue and green lakes, glaciers, waterfalls, and jagged mountains. With luck, you may spot wildlife such as huemul deer, pumas, and guanacos. Check-in for 3 nights at the ultra-luxury Awasi Patagonia Lodge 5*, all-inclusive. Awasi offers a unique experience, with independent villas in a private reserve offering unparalleled views of the forest, Lake Sarmiento, or the iconic Torres del Paine. Relais & Châteaux-certified, Awasi is one of the few hotels in South America offering fully personalized service tailored to each guest. The lodge offers a wide range of individual excursions (with a private guide and vehicle for each villa), organized based on your personal preferences and interests. This allows you to explore at your own pace, discovering breathtaking landscapes, wildlife, and flora. After a day of exploration, relax in the warmth of the main lodge and the gourmet restaurant, as well as in the comfort of the villas inspired by Patagonian shelters.
These days are entirely dedicated to exploring Torres del Paine National Park, at your pace with your private guide and vehicle. Covering 181,414 hectares, the park lies between the Andes and the Patagonian steppe. It is named after the three granite towers (Torres) of Paine. The park offers awe-inspiring landscapes, from pampas and dense forests to turquoise lakes, lagoons, waterfalls, and impressive glaciers. Wildlife includes pumas, huemules, condors, and guanacos, while the flora is diverse. UNESCO Biosphere Reserve and recognized by National Geographic as one of the world’s most beautiful places, Torres del Paine is one of the most pristine parks in the world.
After breakfast, take the scenic road to Punta Arenas Airport for your flight to Santiago. Upon arrival in Santiago in the late afternoon, transfer to your hotel located in the city center (also close to the airport). Evening free for exploring the city. Dinner on your own and overnight at the Singular Santiago 5* in a Classic Room.
After breakfast, head to the iconic Valparaíso. This port city, known for its hillside houses overlooking the harbor, is fascinating. You will have the opportunity to take the quirky funicular for a stunning panoramic view of the bay, and visit the house of poet Pablo Neruda. Lunch in Valparaíso, then return to Santiago by the wine route. In the afternoon, board your return flight back home.
Arrive back home in the morning, concluding this unforgettable Patagonia escape.
BUENOS AIRES: Alvear Palace Hotel 5*
TORRES DEL PAINE NATIONAL PARK: Awasi Patagonia Lodge 5*
SANTIAGO: The Singular Santiago Lastarria 5*
YOUR CRUISE:
M/V Stella Australis
