Argentina's Patagonia Lake District Family Multi-Adventure Tour
Glaciers, Waterfalls & Alpine Wilderness Beyond Bariloche
You can never have enough summer vacation memories. So why doesn’t your family go south for the winter and make some bonus ones? By raft or by bike. On foot or on horseback. There are so many ways to play in this wild destination.
We rate our trips based on a range of activity levels from 1-5.
See this trip's Activity Options & Terrain for more details.
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Trip at a Glance
Highlights
- Take the grand tour of Nahuel Huapi National Park, starting and ending in South America’s most beloved ski resort, Bariloche
- The younger set embarks on exclusive adventures including chocolate making, rock climbing and even a whole hike just for kids
- Ride horseback like a gaucho through the frontier landscape, accompanied by local wranglers
- Cycle a section of the legendary Circuito Chico, a scenic mountain road renowned among cyclists, which winds along the shores of Lago Moreno
- Raft the crystal clear Rio Manso near the border with Chile
Sample itinerary. Trip details may vary by departure.
Start Bariloche Airport & Travel Details
- Local wranglers saddle up horses before you head into the backcountry, gaucho-style
- Ride through alpine forest with views of vast Lake Nahuel Huapi, the namesake of the national park you’ll spend the week exploring
- Cozy mountain hospitality and chic design combine at our serene woodland hotel
- Climb to a soaring alpine box canyon where a delicate meadow above tree line is overshadowed by walls of granite
- While adults tackle the high alpine world, kids embark on a kids-only hike accompanied by a Trip Leader, then try their hands at rock climbing
- Stroll the rustic frontier village of Villa La Angostura, where artsy souvenirs and artisan ice cream tempt family members of all ages.
Nights 1-2
Casual Hotel
Cozy lake house sensibilities combine with modern touches and bright, airy spaces at this hotel set on a jutting peninsula. From the indoor-outdoor pool to the wraparound terraces, there's no shortage of spots from which to contemplate views of the Andes and Lake Nahuel Huapi. (pool, spa)
Hotels may vary on select departures. Click View Dates and choose a departure to see any variations.
- Trek along the slopes of Cerro Villegas
- Twisted rock formations and see-forever rangeland blasted by wind show off Patagonia’s rugged side
- Take to white water rafts for a splash-filled ride down the Class II and III rapids of the Río Manso
- Mountain hospitality awaits at our old-fashioned lodge overlooking Lake Mascardi
- Gather alfresco for a classic Argentine-style asado, or cookout—as much a culinary experience as it is a social one.
Nights 3-4
Casual Hotel
A cozy hotel in the heart of Nahuel Huapi National Park where we’re welcomed with family-run hospitality on a bluff overlooking the lake.
Hotels may vary on select departures. Click View Dates and choose a departure to see any variations.
- Venture high on the slopes of Cerro Otto, where vast views of the Lake District unfold at your feet
- Have lunch at a remote mountain hut and hop a chairlift down into town
- Kids make their own artisanal chocolate, continuing a Bariloche tradition that’s been passed down from the first German settlers
- Meet up with sturdy hybrid bikes to cycle a mix of country byways and dirt roads along the shore of Lago Gutiérrez
- Adults are invited to a brewery tour and beer tasting in Colonia Suiza, a frontier village whose whimsical rustic architecture leans into the heritage of its Swiss founders
- Opt for an afternoon long option pedaling a section of the Circuito Chico, a world-renowned scenic route which ribbons high above the Lake District’s lakes
- Tackle a morning hike to the summit of Cerro Campanario for a last view of the national park and its lakes.
Nights 5-6
Casual Hotel
Serenity reigns at this park-like property set on the beach of Lake Nahuel Huapi just outside of Bariloche. (pool, spa)
Hotels may vary on select departures. Click View Dates and choose a departure to see any variations.
End Bariloche Airport & Travel Details
This trip has an activity level range of 1-3
Our bike routes are moderately rolling with some steeper sections. They follow a combination of paved and dirt roads, some sections more rocky and sandy than others, making the routes feel more challenging than the mileage may suggest. You’ll be on hybrid bikes, perfect for our routes which consist of both non-technical dirt road riding (about 45 percent) and paved riding (about 55 percent). Riding conditions change with the weather; terrain can be dusty or muddy.
Kid-friendly routes are shorter with minimal elevation gain. Some sections of riding are on roads with traffic, and while bike paths and lanes are common, kids should be comfortable riding with cars.
All breakfasts, 5 lunches, 5 dinners
All accommodations on your Backroads trip
All gratuities at hotels and restaurants
Expertise and services of Backroads Trip Leaders
Kids' bikes, trailer bikes, carriers and kid-sized helmets
Bike fitting and equipment support throughout your trip
Lightweight carbon hiking poles
Backroads On Trip App with route maps, elevation profiles, daily snapshots and more
Additional local guides and experts, plus equipment for included activities as detailed in your itinerary
Exclusive activities, tours and cultural experiences, as detailed in your itinerary
All luggage transfers and porterage during your trip
Snacks and beverages between meals
Private cocktail and wine receptions on the first and last nights of your trip
Choice of Backroads cycling jersey, t-shirt or hat, plus water bottle and luggage tag
Detailed Travel Planner with destination tips and pre-trip information
