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Argentina's Patagonia Family Hiking & Walking Tour

Epic Peaks, Lakes & Glaciers

Welcome to one of the planet’s iconic wildernesses. Where glaciers drift on alpine lakes and the peaks of Cerro Fitz Roy salute the Southern Cross overhead. Take a hike on the wild side on one of our best-loved trips ever.

8 days, 7 nights
Luxury Hotels
6 nights, Luxury Hotels
1 night, Deluxe Hotel

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Activity Levels 2-4
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Families with Teens & 20s

This trip is for:

  • Families with Teens & 20s – Best for ages 16+ (min. age 14)

Also available for:

  • Couples, Friends & Solos – Adults 18+
  • Women's Adventures – Women 18+
Best for ages 16+ (min. age 14)
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From $7,499 - $8,149/person

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Highlights

  • Hike in Los Glaciares National Park below Cerro Fitz Roy’s iconic spires
  • Cruise among towering aquamarine icebergs in the Upsala Glacier channel and witness the spectacular calving of the Perito Moreno Glacier
  • Stay at an exclusive estancia, reachable only by boat, and experience the wilderness as old-time ranchers once did
  • Gawk at ancient fossils and witness the imprints of glaciology and geological history on hikes through the rocky peaks
  • Ride horseback in the awe-inspiring Patagonian landscape—no better place than this to play gaucho! 

Sample itinerary. Trip details may vary by departure.

Start El Calafate Airport & Travel Details

  • Hike with your family to spectacular vistas of 50-mile-long, glacier-fed Lake Viedma
  • Explore Los Glaciares National Park on foot through lenga forests and along ice-carved valleys on the outskirts of the small mountain town of El Chaltén
  • Embark on a beautiful, uphill hike over a forested mountain to Laguna Azul, a glacier-fed blue lagoon surrounded by dramatic mountain peaks
  • Sip yerba maté, the local beverage, like Patagonian cowboys.
Hostería Helsingfors

(Luxury Hotel, 2 nights)

Activity Options & Terrain
Large, yellow building in the middle of a forest, with rows of tall trees in front
Wooden sign with the word "Helsingfors", in front of tall trees and an open lake
Red barn building in the middle of a grassy valley, with large mountains in the background
Dining hall with tables shaped in a half circle, with bright red walls
Lounge at the Hosteria Helsingfors

Nights 1-2

Hostería Helsingfors
Los Glaciares National Park

Luxury Hotel

On the shore of Lake Viedma and surrounded by lush woods, this estancia (ranch) gives you a taste of traditional Patagonian life in a tranquil setting.

Hotels may vary on select departures. Click View Dates and choose a departure to see any variations.

  • Our Mirador del Cerro Torre hike showcases the panorama of a spectacular glacial valley and the impressive Cerro Torre, taking us along young glacial moraines and over the Fitz Roy River
  • Conquer the challenging, rocky switchbacks to Laguna de los Tres
  • Gaze upon the famed Fitz Roy peaks mirrored in the impossibly blue waters of Laguna Capri
  • Malbec, Pinot Noir, Torrontés and more—discover delectable Argentine vintages at our wine reception.
Los Cerros del Chalten Boutique Hotel

(Luxury Hotel, 2 nights)

Activity Options & Terrain
Exterior of Los Cerros del Chalten Boutique Hotel
Bar counter with gray stools in front and a wooden shelf with different bottles of alcohol
Lounge seating area with cushioned, beige couches in front of a stone fireplace

Nights 3-4

Los Cerros del Chalten Boutique Hotel
El Chaltén

Luxury Hotel

Enjoy sensational views of the Chaltén Valley and the Río de las Vueltas from your room, and access memorable hikes from your doorstep. (spa)

Hotels may vary on select departures. Click View Dates and choose a departure to see any variations.

  • Find panoramic views on a hike to Mirador de los Cóndores and Mirador de las Aguila
  • Prepare to be awestruck as you walk along the boardwalks of the Perito Moreno Glacier, a stunning ice mass with 200-foot-high blue walls
  • In El Calafate, you and your family may opt to try homemade ice cream flavored with the local berry, calafate, and visit craft shops.
Hotel Posada Los Alamos

(Deluxe Hotel, 1 night)

Activity Options & Terrain
Exterior view of Hotel Posada Los Alamos
Restaurant dining hall with red chairs and white tables
Exterior view of brick hotel building with a grass field and yellow trees in front
Bar and lounge with wooden tables and cushioned chairs, with people sitting by the bar counter

Night 5

Hotel Posada Los Alamos
El Calafate

Deluxe Hotel

Beautifully constructed from timber and stone, this historic hotel can trace its origins back to the early days of the Argentinian National Park Service. (pool, spa)

Hotels may vary on select departures. Click View Dates and choose a departure to see any variations.

  • Get ready for an unforgettable boat ride among icebergs and fjords, and a close encounter with impressive Upsala Glacier
  • Stay at remote Estancia Cristina for the ultimate authentic Argentine ranch experience
  • Watch for condors soaring above Cristina Bay
  • Try your hand at gaucho life with a guided horseback ride across the pampas
  • Hike to Fossil Canyon for jaw-dropping views of lakes, mountains, glaciers and multicolored rock formations
  • Enjoy a tour of an estancia and learn about its history from the family’s private museum collection
  • Hit the trails for one more hike with the magnificent Andes as your backdrop.
Estancia Cristina

(Luxury Hotel, 2 nights)

Activity Options & Terrain
Exterior view of the Estancia Cristina
round house with green roof and lit up windows
house with green roof in front of snow capped mountains
large bay windows looking onto mountains

Nights 6-7

Estancia Cristina
Upsala Glacier

Luxury Hotel

A favorite among our guests, this remote historic ranch founded in 1914 offers the perfect launching point for hikes into Patagonia's wilderness. It's accessible only by boat, after a cruise on Lake Argentino past the dramatic Upsala Glacier. (This hotel is solar-powered; no electricity 11 p.m.–6 a.m.)

Hotels may vary on select departures. Click View Dates and choose a departure to see any variations.

End El Calafate Airport & Travel Details

This trip has an activity level range of 2-4

Activity level range
Day 1
Hiking & Walking
Level 1
3 miles
400 ft. gain
Day 2
Hiking & Walking
Level 2
3 miles
900 ft. gain
Level 3
5 miles
1100 ft. gain
Level 4
8 miles
2300 ft. gain
Day 3
Hiking & Walking
Level 1
2 miles
300 ft. gain
Level 3
5 miles
800 ft. gain
Day 4
Hiking & Walking
Level 2
6 miles
700 ft. gain
Level 4
10 miles
1200 ft. gain
Level 5
13 miles
2800 ft. gain
Day 5
Hiking & Walking
Level 1
2 miles
300 ft. gain
Level 2
4 miles
600 ft. gain
Day 6
Hiking & Walking
Level 2
4 miles
300 ft. gain
Level 3
6 miles
1300 ft. gain
Other
Cruise on Lake Argentino (3 hours)
Day 7
Hiking & Walking
Level 1
2 miles
300 ft. gain
Level 4
8 miles
500 ft. gain; 1,600 ft. loss
Day 8
Hiking & Walking
Level 2
4 miles
400 ft. gain
Level 4
10 miles
2100 ft. gain
Horseback Riding
2 hours
Other
Boat & Shuttle to El Calafate (2 hours)
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