SOUTH & CENTRAL AMERICA
Argentina: Buenos Aires, Bariloche, El Calafate | Chile: Puerto Varas, Chiloé Island, Punta Arenas, Torres del Paine National Park
Small groups of no more than 16 travelers, guaranteed
The storied lands of Patagonia include jutting mountains, steep cliffs, winding waterways, towering volcanoes, and majestic glaciers. We'll travel across the windswept steppes where gauchos roam, discover the many wonders of Los Glaciares, spend two nights in a lodge in Torres del Paine National Park, and experience the culture of Chiloé Island. We'll begin and end our adventure in Argentina's lively capital, Buenos Aires, where we'll delve into this colorful city's history and witness the passion of the tango.
18 days starting from $6,395
including international airfare from Miami
Single Supplement: FREE
Departure Dates: Jan-Apr; Sep-Dec
Activity Level: Moderate
IT'S INCLUDED
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16 nights accommodation
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International airfare, airport transfers, government taxes, fees, and airline fuel surcharges unless you choose to make your own air arrangements
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All land transportation and 3 internal flights
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35 meals-16 breakfasts, 11 lunches, and 8 dinners (including 1 Home-Hosted Dinner)
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17 small group activities
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Services of a local O.A.T. Trip Experience Leader
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Gratuities for local guides, drivers, and luggage porters
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5% Frequent Traveler Credit toward your next adventure
ITINERARY
DAY 1 • Depart U.S.
Fly to Argentina on an overnight flight.
DAY 2 • Arrive in Buenos Aires, Argentina
Arrive in Argentina's capital, and meet your Trip Experience Leader and fellow travelers, including those who took the pre-trip extension to Santiago & Easter Island's Sacred Sites.
Argenta Tower Hotel or similar
DAY 3 • Buenos Aires • Controversial Topic: Argentina's Dirty War • Tango lesson
Explore Buenos Aires' bustling center, from the Plaza del Mayo to Avenido 9 de Julio. Next, discuss the Controversial Topic of the tens of thousands of people who were kidnapped, tortured, or killed during the Dirty War-the infamous campaign waged from 1976 to 1983 by Argentina's military dictatorship. Then stroll through the colorful La Boca artists' district. Later, put on your dancing shoes for a tango lesson.
Meals: B,D | Argenta Tower Hotel or similar
DAY 4 • Buenos Aires • Paraná Delta tour
Visit the famed Recoleta cemetery to visit renowned activist Eva Perón's grave. Then, take a river boat tour to discover life in the Paraná Delta.
Meals: B,L | Argenta Tower Hotel
DAY 5 • Bariloche
Fly to Bariloche. Set along the banks of the 40-mile-long Lake Nahuel Huapi, Bariloche is known for its festive alpine feel.
Meals: B | Cacique Inacayal Hotel or similar
DAY 6 • Bariloche • Craft brewery
Take a chairlift ride over the picturesque Lakes District, and hike at Brazo Tristeza along the shore of Lake Nahuel Huapi. Then, see how Bariloche's home-grown ingredients are used to brew beer at a family-owned craft brewery.
Meals: B,L,D | Cacique Inacayal Hotel or similar
DAY 7 • Bariloche • Horseback ride and family lunch on the Patagonian steppe • Optional Limay River float
Visit a local family in their home on the Patagonian steppe this morning, learn about their way of life, and mount up for a horseback ride. Enjoy a barbecue lunch with the family in their home. Then, enjoy an afternoon at leisure. Or you might choose to join our optional raft excursion along the Limay River.
Meals: B,L | Cacique Inacayal Hotel or similar
DAY 8 • Puerto Varas, Chile
We cross the Andes-and the border-and travel into Chile. Arrive in Puerto Varas this afternoon.
Meals: B,L | Radisson Puerto Varas or similar
DAY 9 • Puerto Varas • Vicente Pérez Rosales National Park • GCF visit: COMBAS fine arts school • Home-Hosted Dinner
Enter Vicente Pérez Rosales National Park, and take a walk near the Petrohue Falls, where clear blue chutes of water flow over the unique volcanic landscape. Then, visit COMBAS, a music school supported by 
Grand Circle Foundation, before joining a local family for a Home-Hosted Dinner.
Meals: B,D | Radisson Puerto Varas or similar
ADVENTURE HIGHLIGHT
On Day 7, visit a local family living on the Patagonian steppe, where we'll enjoy a horseback ride followed by a lamb barbecue dinner.
DAY 10 • Chiloé Island • Castro
Take a ferry ride to Chiloé Island off Chile's coast. Then, transfer overland to the island's capital city, Castro. After stopping at San Francisco Church-a UNESCO World Heritage Site-and catching a glimpse of the island's iconic stilt houses, enjoy a free afternoon in Castro.
Meals: B,D | Enjoy Chiloé Hotel or similar
DAY 11 • Castro • A Day in the Life of the Rilan community
Experience A Day in the Life of the Rilan community on Chiloé Island, off Chile's Pacific Coast. After touring the town, join your hosts at their home to help with farm chores, discuss local life, and prepare a traditional meal called a curanto, which we'll share with them for lunch.
Meals: B,L | Enjoy Chiloé Hotel or similar
ADVENTURE HIGHLIGHT
On Day 11, we'll spend A Day in the Life of the Rilan community on Chiloé island, where we'll help with farm chores and enjoy a traditional meal with our hosts.
DAY 12 • Puñihuil Wildlife Reserve • Punta Arenas
Visit the Puñihuil Wildlife Reserve to spot wildlife such as sea otters and penguins. Later, take a ferry back to the mainland and fly to Punta Arenas.
Meals: B,L | Jose Nogueira Hotel or similar
DAY 13 • Torres del Paine National Park • Hike near Lago Grey
Travel to Torres del Paine, a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve Site. Join an elective hike along the shores of Lago Grey, where gigantic blue icebergs rest against sandy beaches while the Grey Glacier stretches into the distance.
Meals: B,L,D | Hotel Lago Grey or similar
DAY 14 • Torres del Paine National Park
Explore the pristine environment of Torres del Paine today with a duo of included hikes that take us beneath the Paine Massif and to the Salto Grande waterfall. Enjoy a boxed lunch in the park, with views of the towering peaks of the surrounding mountains.
Meals: B,L,D | Hotel Lago Grey or similar
DAY 15 • El Calafate, Argentina
Transfer to El Calafate, Argentina, a town that serves as the gateway to Parque Nacional Los Glaciares. En route, enjoy views of the Patagonian steppes.
Meals: B,L,D | Kau Yatun Hotel or similar
DAY 16 • El Calafate • Ranch visit
We'll visit a Patagonian ranch this morning, where we'll enjoy a barbecue lunch. The remainder of the day is yours.
Meals: B,L | Kau Yatun Hotel or similar
DAY 17 • Los Glaciares National Park
Begin a full-day excursion to Los Glaciares National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Discover Perito Moreno Glacier, towering nearly 200 feet above Lake Argentino. Enjoy a boxed lunch by Perito Moreno, then continue your explorations in the park before returning to El Calafate.
Meals: B,L,D | Kau Yatun Hotel or similar
DAY 18 • Buenos Aires • Return to U.S.
Fly to Buenos Aires, where you'll catch your return flight to the U.S. Travelers taking our Iguassu Falls: Thundering Cascades of Argentina & Brazil post-trip extension will remain in Buenos Aires tonight.
Meals: B | Argenta Tower Hotel or similar
Want to know more? Find the full itinerary and dates & pricing at www.oattravel.com/aca
PERSONALIZE YOUR EXPERIENCE on your Chile & Argentina adventure
OPTIONAL EXTENSIONS
Choose to maximize your discoveries and value when you add a pre-or post-trip extension-or both-to your adventure.
Santiago & Easter Island's Sacred Sites
PRE-TRIP: 6 nights from $4,095
This destination is only available as a trip extension
Discover Santiago's cosmopolitan charms, then experience Easter Island's rich Polynesian heritage, dramatic volcanoes, intriguing moai statues, and welcoming people.
IT'S INCLUDED
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Roundtrip airfare between Santiago and Easter Island and airfare from Santiago to Buenos Aires
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6 nights accommodation
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12 meals-6 breakfasts, 3 lunches, and 3 dinners
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5 small group activities
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Services of a local O.A.T. Trip Experience Leader
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Gratuities for local guides, drivers, and luggage porters
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All transfers
Learn more at www.oattravel.com/aca-santiago-2026
Iguassu Falls: Thundering Cascades of Argentina & Brazil
POST-TRIP: 4 nights from $1,895
Experience the roaring and rushing cascades of Iguassu Falls from both the Argentinian and Brazilian sides of the border-enjoy panoramic views, then get close enough to feel the cool mist wash over you.
IT'S INCLUDED
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Roundtrip airfare between Buenos Aires and Iguassu
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4 nights accommodation
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7 meals-4 breakfasts, 1 lunch, and 2 dinners
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3 small group activities
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Services of a local O.A.T. Trip Experience Leader
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Gratuities for local guides, drivers, and luggage porters
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All transfers
Learn more at www.oattravel.com/aca-iguassufalls-2026
ARRIVE EARLY
We recommend that you relax after a long flight or explore more in depth before your trip. Prices shown include accommodations and private airport transfer.
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Arrive early in Santiago before your Santiago & Easter Island pre-trip extension from $210 per room, per night
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Arrive early in Buenos Aires before your main adventure from $180 per room, per night