Argentine Patagonia: Lakes, Wine & Welsh Culture

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Discover the grand scenery and rich culture of Argentina...

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With some brilliant rafting for all abilities in Chile...

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... As days of discovery meet relaxed evenings of indulgence.

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Spend time with expert guides and epic wildlife...

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Discover Patagonia's rich Welsh heritage...

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Watch herds of guanacos cross the steppe...

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Paddle in gentle mountain lakes...

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And stroll in a family vineyard nestled in the Andes.

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There is delicious food to enjoy...

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Seasonal produce to harvest...

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And boutique wine to savour at source.

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From the Lake District to Patagonia, from fun activities to indulgent food, this slow, small-scale trip immerses you in Patagonia's cultures, cuisines and epic natural world in the company of our welcoming hosts.

  • Undiscovered Patagonia
  • Packed with local flavour
  • Lakes, forests & canyons
  • Mountains & vineyards
  • Hiking, horses & kayaks
  • Wildlife encounters
  • Top-notch food & wine
  • Special places to stay
  • Cross into Chile (4 nights)
  • Rafting for all abilities
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What's included

Key Inclusions

20 nights hotel accommodation

(inquire for hotel details)

Private airport transfers

Private transfers throughout

2 x Internal flights

All breakfasts

10 x lunches

11 x dinners


Guided Activities

Private Buenos Aires city tour

Private hike near Villa la Angostura

3 x choice of shared activities - horse riding, kayaking, rafting or walking

Shared hike to glacier in Los Alerces National Park

Private wildlife and steppe driving tour

Private cultural guided tour in the Trevelin Valley

Shared vineyard tour with tasting

Private hike and farmstead visit near Futaleufú

Shared rafting on the Futaleufú River


5* Service

We have personally experienced & loved every aspect of this trip

Vacation Guide with advice, background information and recommendations

ABTOT / ATOL Financial protection

Local support throughout

24/7 emergency support

Industry-leading 160% carbon capture

Exclusive departure date


Please note: International travel not included

Itinerary

Day 1

Arrive in Buenos Aires


You begin in Buenos Aires, a city steeped in rich stories and timeless romance. We'll help you settle into your boutique hotel in trendy Palermo before you head out to stroll in this leafy and quiet barrio. Tomorrow you will see the main sites, today, just let it all sink in.

Day 2

Discover Buenos Aires on and off the beaten path


Day 3

Fly to the Lake District


Day 4

Hike to a hidden viewpoint


Day 5

Settle into the Andean foothills


Day 6

Explore on horseback


Day 7

Kayak in the lake, or raft in the river


Day 8

Walk in the Andes foothills


Day 9

Travel down Ruta 40 to Esquel


Day 10

Walk to a hidden hanging glacier


Memorable moments you can look forward to...

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Drink...

Yerba maté with the locals

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Laugh & giggle...

As you ride epic river waves

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Walk...

To secret Lake District viewpoints

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Gaze with wonder...

At incredible night skies

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Hike...

To a hidden hanging glacier

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Eat like a gaucho...

At a traditional asado bbq

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Saddle up...

To explore paradise on horeseback

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Say yes...

To another glass of wine

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Indulge...

In fresh seasonal produce

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Have dinner...

With our local friends

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Feel tiny...

Below the epic scenery

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Learn...

A few words of Welsh

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Take...

Incredible wildlife photos

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Hang out with...

Don Bini & his animals

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