House of travel South and Central America Brochure 2017 | Page 15

Patagonia Patagonia is a name well known but a place seldom travelled. Found at the extreme south of the continent, it feels like the end of the world. This untamed land will fascinate and surprise even the discerning traveller. You will find turquoise lakes and cascading waterfalls, sprawling glaciers, fjords, dense forests and national parks all on show. It is here that the Andes start breaking into pieces, offering you a variety of experiences like nowhere else in the world. Patagonia is a real paradise for hikers and explorers, particularly in the world famous Torres del Paine National Park. Spectacular granite pillars soar almost vertically for more than 2000m, while the W trek, named for the shape of the route, will take you on trails that lead to breath-taking look-out points. Hotel Las Torres Patagonia 4 days/3 nights Located at the foot of the Patagonian mountains, Hotel Las Torres invites you to an unforgettable experience inside one of the most magnificent locations in the world, Torres Del Paine National Park. The all-inclusive package displays Patagonian beauty alongside its strong cultural traditions, ensuring you live great memories during your stay. The Hotel is flexible to collect you from many pickup points outside the national park. Hotel Las Torres Patagonia is known for their esteemed horse riding operations, where Baquenos (cowboys) care for a group of resident horses. Here is your opportunity to gallop through the Patagonian mountains without restriction. Hike the virgin forests and observe marvellous native wildlife. Professional guides will lead you to discover life at this end of the world, while surrounding glaciers and mountains watch as you step through nature. Departures: Punta Arenas, Puerto Natales or Calafate (ARG) / Daily Inclusions: 3 nights accommodation, all meals and local beverages, return scheduled transfers, daily scheduled activities, park fees Price Guide From: $2255 Tierra Patagonia Hotel & Spa 4 days/3 nights Offering a unique experience like no other, Tierra Patagonia and its award-winning architecture complements the geology of the region to showcase the views of Torres Del Paine National Park, day and night. It is advisable to keep room blinds open at night so you wake to a magical view of the famous monoliths. Situated just 400m from Lake Sarmiento, the biggest lake inside the park, here is a perfect photographer's location where the monoliths colour and hues change by the hour. This four day package lets you choose from a range of excursions to explore the stunning surroundings. There are plenty of hikes to choose from, but the condor bird hike is especially rewarding. A local horse ranch will provide horse riding excursions for all abilities. The onsite Uma Spa is more than enough reason to spend a day relaxing, indulging in a massage and losing yourself in the unparalleled views of Torres Del Paine in front of you. Departures: Punta Arenas or Puerto Natales / Daily Inclusions: 3 nights accommodation, all meals and local beverages, return scheduled transfers, daily scheduled activities, park fees Price Guide From: $3285 The price guide shown is per adult for twin share, based on low season travel. Specials or surcharges may apply depending on travel date. 11