12 days | 6-17 December 2025
ONLY 14 SPOTS AVAILABLE
(Trip level: 1 – easy, 2 – moderate, 3 – challenging)
THE TOUR
WHAT’S INCLUDED
ITINERARY
Meals Included: Dinner
Bienvenidos! Welcome to Chile. Surprising, cosmopolitan, energetic, sophisticated, and worldly, Santiago is a city of syncopated cultural currents, madhouse parties, expansive museums, and top-flight restaurants. No wonder 40 percent of Chileans call the leafy capital city home. Santiago is a wonderful place for strolling, and each neighbourhood has its unique flavour and tone. Head out for the day to see the museums, grand architecture, and pedestrian malls of the Centro. Finally, head out for a welcome dinner in a local restaurant
- Arrival Transfer, included on a group basis
- Welcome dinner at a local restaurant
Accommodation: Ugo Hotel 4* or similar
Day 2: Santiago / Puerto Natales
Meals Included: Breakfast
Today, you will be picked up from your hotel and transferred to Santiago airport to take your domestic flight to Puerto Natales.
Situated on the shores of Senoret Channel, Puerto Natales is the gateway to Torres del Paine National Park and a great place to catch up with fellow hikers for a pre- or post-trek meal in one of the many quaint local restaurants. Upon arrival in Puerto Natales city, you’ll be dropped off at your hotel.
Included Activities
- Transfer from hotel to Santiago airport
- Domestic flight from Santiago to Puerto Natales
- Transfer from Puerto Natales airport to hotel
Accommodation: Vendaval Hotel 4* or similar
Day 3: Puerto Natales / Torres del Paine / Puerto Natales
Meals Included: Breakfast, Boxed Lunch
After breakfast, you’ll be joined by a local guide to explore the remarkable and diverse landscapes of Torres del Paine National Park, declared a Biosphere Reserve by UNESCO in 1978. Today’s activities will be tailored to the weather and your group’s fitness levels and interests. Visit Torres Del Paine, as we pass several estancias (ranches) and go from a steppe eco-region towards deciduous forest. Along the way we may be able to see some of the local fauna, including many species of birds. We may also see guanacos, which are wild camelid related to the llama.
Torres Del Paine is world-famous for its granite towers, which give the park its name. These gigantic spires were carved by glacial ice. After entering the park, we will come upon a series of lakes with intense colours, mountains and local fauna. Lunch will be provided on route. We continue to Lago Grey, where we will hike to a panoramic viewpoint to observe the glacier of the same name. Return back to Puerto Natales at the end of the day.
Note: Navigation on the Grey Lake is NOT included.
Included Activities
- Full day visit to Torres Del Paine National Park with a gourmet boxed lunch included, in private service with
- Entrance ticket to Torres Del Paine National Park
Accommodation: Vendaval Hotel 4* or similar
Day 4: Puerto Natales / Bernardo O’Higgins National Park / Puerto Natales
Meals Included: Breakfast
This morning, we will visit the incredibly remote and stunningly beautiful Balmaceda and Serrano Glaciers. Located inside the Bernardo O’Higgins National Park, the glaciers are only accessible by boat. We set sail from Puerto Natales passing islands with colonies of sea lions and cormorants before reaching the Balmaceda peak. Standing 2035 meters high, the summit covered with ice and snow drifts is incredibly beautiful as is the Glacier Balmaceda which cascades from its side. Here we disembark and take a short walk to see the equally impressive Serrano Glacier and the ‘calving’ lake full of icebergs. On our return to the boat, we cross to the opposite side of the lake to make the journey back to Puerto Natales enjoying a hearty lunch on route.
Included Activities
- Full day excursion to Balmaceda and Serrano Glacier navigation and transfers included, in shared service with
Accommodation: Vendaval Hotel 4* or similar
Day 5: Puerto Natales / El Calafate
Meals Included: Breakfast
After breakfast, you will be picked up from your hotel, cross the international border from Chile to Argentina and arrive in El Calafate, your gateway to Glaciers National Park. Here you will be transferred to your hotel.
El Calafate is a small town on the southern shore of Lago Argentino in Patagonia. Originally a sheep station and trading outpost, today the town has developed a bustling small-town atmosphere thanks to a growing tourist trade. Most people base themselves here whilst visiting the nearby Perito Moreno Glacier, located a short distance away at the southern reaches of the Parque Nacional Los Glaciares.
Interestingly the town takes its name from the Calafate berry, and locals claim that if you eat one of these and make a wish, you are guaranteed to return to Patagonia. Enjoy your evening at leisure. After your long travel day, you might prefer to relax at your hotel.
Included Activities
- Transfer from your hotel in Puerto Natales to hotel in El Calafate, in private service with English speaking tour leader
Accommodation: Sent Calafate Hotel 3* or similar
Day 6: El Calafate
Meals Included: Breakfast
Today we go on a full day visit to view the stunning Perito Moreno Glacier, one of the few stable glaciers in the world. Stretching 3 km (1.8 mi) wide and 30 km (19 mi) long, it’s an impressive sight. There are several viewing platforms overlooking Lake Argentino, offering perfect spots to watch and hear the ice cracking as it falls into the water below.
After observing the calving glacier, you’ll board a boat with an English-speaking guide, live a unique and unforgettable experience at the Nautical Safari, this excursion will allow you to contemplate the magic of ice from a privileged point of view. You will sail along the ice wall, admiring its impressive cracks and waterfalls. You will also be able to observe the local fauna. After an unforgettable day, you’ll return to your accommodation for a relaxing evening.
Included Activities
- Full-day visit to Perito Moreno Glacier and unforgettable Nautical Safari experience
Accommodation: Sent Calafate Hotel 3* or similar
Day 7: El Calafate / El Chalten
Meals Included: Breakfast
Today you will be transferred from El Calafate to your hotel in the charming frontier town of El Chalten, located just north of Glacier National Park (approximately 3.5 hours). This is a popular spot for hikers and climbers from around the globe, eager to explore the park’s stunning glaciers and mountains. Spend today soaking in the breathtaking views and relaxing in preparation for your trek tomorrow. The rest of the day is free for you to relax.
Included Activities
- Transfer from hotel in El Calafate to hotel in El Chalten
Accommodation: Poicenot Hotel 3* (Standard room) or similar
Day 8: El Chalten
Meals Included: Breakfast
Rise early for your first day of trekking! After breakfast at your hotel, embark on one of Patagonia’s most renowned trails—the Laguna de los Tres. This trek from El Chalten takes you through breathtaking landscapes. You’ll walk through forests bordered by granite cliffs, cross crystal-clear streams, and make your way toward the stunning trio of frosted peaks of Mt. Fitz Roy. Along the journey, you’ll encounter numerous glaciers, but the ultimate reward awaits at the end of a steep climb: the Glacier de los Tres and the vibrant blue lagoon nestled at the base of Mt. Fitz Roy. Admire the Capri Lagoon, which offers a more tranquil setting surrounded by dramatic peaks and pristine wilderness. The area is rich in flora and fauna, making it a great opportunity for wildlife spotting and appreciating the unique ecosystem. Take a moment to soak in the spectacular views and capture some memorable photos.
Included Activities
- Full day tour hike to Laguna de los Tres & Capri Lagoon with transfers
Accommodation: Hotel in El Chalten (Standard room) or similar
Day 9: El Chalten / El Calafate /Ushuaia
Meals Included: Breakfast
Today, you will be transferred from your hotel in El Chalten to El Calafate airport to take your domestic flight to Ushuaia. Upon arrival, you will be transported to your hotel. The rest of the day and evening are yours to spend as you wish.
Ushuaia lies at the southernmost tip of the Americas, the most southerly city on the island of Tierra del Fuego and often referred to as “the city at the end of the world”. The town itself is low-lying and unassuming, centered on one main street and a waterfront that overlooks the Beagle Channel.
Originally Ushuaia was little more than a remote outpost, first colonized by a British- funded mission in the late 1800’s and subsequently used by the Argentinian government as a penal colony. What was once a sleepy small town has grown rapidly in recent years, much of which is due to tourist development and particularly to the increasing number of Antarctica trips calling to port here.
There’s plenty to do in Ushuaia and the surrounding area. The town itself is home to an interesting museum where you can learn more about the history of Ushuaia, Tierra del Fuego and the indigenous people who originally lived here.
Included Activities
- Transfer from the hotel in El Chalten to El Calafate airport
- Flight from El Calafate to Ushuaia
- Transfer from Ushuaia airport to hotel,
Accommodation: Mil810 Hotel 3* or similar
Day 10: Ushuaia / Martillo Island / Ushuaia
Meals Included: Breakfast
After enjoying breakfast with your group, embark on a tour of Martillo Island, where you’ll have the chance to walk among the resident penguins. Take a scenic drive with views of the Beagle Channel before boarding a boat that will take you to the island, allowing you to stroll alongside hundreds of penguins. Keep an eye out for other wildlife as well, including cormorants, petrels, and Nordic skuas.
On your return to Ushuaia, you’ll stop at the Acatushun Museum to learn more about the unique animals that inhabit this remote region.
Included Activities
- Full-day tour to Martillo Island and Acatushun Museum, in private service with English speaking guide
- Boat to Martillo Island in shared service
Accommodation: Mil810 Hotel 3* or similar
Day 11: Ushuaia
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Today, enjoy a navigation day through the Beagle Channel where you’ll discover the fauna and landscapes of these latitudes. We’ll sail from the tourist pier to traverse the Ushuaia bay until we reach the Beagle channel. From there, we’ll navigate around the bird island to appreciate the Fuegian bird life, watching some “skuas”, “Ceja Negra albatross”, “Vapor ducks”, “Cauquenes”, “Cocineras seagull” and “Gray seagull”.
During this excursion, you’ll cruise through the iconic waters, enjoying breathtaking views of the surrounding mountains and coastline. Keep an eye out for wildlife, including sea lions, cormorants, and various bird species. This tour is a fantastic way to experience the charm of the Beagle Channel. You will return to your hotel by the afternoon. In the evening, enjoy a farewell dinner on your last night in Ushuaia.
Included Activities
- Half-day tour on the Beagle Channel in shared service with English speaking guide
- Farewell dinner in Ushuaia
Accommodation: Mil810 Hotel 3* or similar
Day 12: Ushuaia
Meals Included: Breakfast
Today after breakfast, your trip comes to an end. Depart the hotel at any time.
- Departure Transfer, included on a group basis
ACCOMMODATION
Our accommodation for the trip will be an array of 3-4* hotels. We have carefully chosen the accommodation to maximise your experience on this bucket list trip.
*You will be sharing a room with another guest, in a room with twin beds, with an ensuite. Rooms will be allocated randomly, unless specified otherwise.
PRICE
£3,999 per person including all as stated above and must be booked via Intrepid Travel.
WHAT’S NOT INCLUDED
✕ Flights to and from the trip (please speak to Intrepid about flights)
✕ Travel insurance for the trip
✕ Any additional meals or drinks not stated above
✕ Any additional activities not stated above
✕ Airport transfers if you arrive or depart outside of the recommended times
*There will be one transfer per trip for arrival and one for departure. Attendees will be recommended a flight, but if you book alternative flights, transfers will not be provided and will be at the cost of the guest.
INSURANCE
It is the attendee’s responsibility to have the appropriate travel insurance for this trip. It is compulsory for all guests to have travel insurance. Please let us know you have appropriate travel insurance before the trip.
FLIGHTS
Flights are not included as we wanted to give you the option of where to fly when and where you want. However, if you want help booking flights, Intrepid Travel is on hand to help you throughout the booking process and can book flights for you if required.
BOOKING
To book your spot, get in touch with Intrepid Travel and use the reference ‘OAG Patagonia’.
To secure your place on this tour, you must pay a non-refundable deposit of £200 per person. To book please email [email protected]m or contact the Intrepid Team on 0808 274 5111.
Do you want to pay in installments? Once you’ve reserved your space you can arrange this with Intrepid – no extra fees.
You can read the terms and conditions via the trip itinerary PDF.
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