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Argentina, Atacama Desert & Chile Delights

13 days
From Buenos Aires to Santiago
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An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
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Travelers should be comfortable with somewhat-demanding activities
Guided in English
Group Size 1 - 50
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Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    Buenos Aires

    Start point
    Buenos Aires, Argentina (Hotel in Buenos Aires, 18:00)
    Meals
    Dinner (Welcome dinner with authentic Argentinian cuisine including empanadas and high-quality Argentinian beef (vegetarian options available))

    Included Activities

    • Welcome dinner in Buenos Aires with authentic Argentinian cuisine
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  2. Day 2

    Buenos Aires

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Guided driving and walking tour of Buenos Aires with local guide covering Plaza del Mayo, Metropolitan Cathedral, Casa Rosada, Recoleta Cemetery, and El Caminito

    Optional Activities

    • Tango show with dinner (highly recommended)
    Landmarks
    Plaza de Mayo
    Metropolitan Cathedral
    Casa Rosada
    Recoleta Cemetery
    El Caminito
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  3. Day 3

    Buenos Aires

    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner

    Optional Activities

    • Ferry to Colonia del Sacramento, Uruguay with orientation tour, included lunch, and 19th-century lighthouse visit
    Landmarks
    Colonia del Sacramento
  4. Day 4

    Buenos Aires to Tigre

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Orientation tour of Tigre covering Tigre Train Station, Parque de la Costa, Paseo Victorica, Museo de Arte, and Puerto Frutos (Fruit Market)

    Optional Activities

    • River cruise on the Tigre River with onboard audio guide about region's history and culture
    Landmarks
    Tigre Train Station
    Parque de la Costa
    Puerto Frutos
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  5. Day 5

    Tigre to Mendoza

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Flight from Tigre to Mendoza
    • Orientation tour of Mendoza including Plaza Independencia with views of Mount Aconcagua
    Landmarks
    Plaza Independencia
    Mount Aconcagua
  6. Day 6

    Mendoza

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Optional Activities

    • Winery tour of two world-class wineries in Mendoza wine region with expert sommelier showcasing Malbec and other Argentina varietals
  7. Day 7

    Mendoza to Santiago

    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner (Included buffet dinner at hotel featuring Chilean, South American, and international delights)

    Included Activities

    • Journey from Mendoza to Santiago via Carretera de los Caracoles (Road of the Snails) in the Andes on a sleeper bus
    • Included buffet dinner at hotel in Santiago
    Landmarks
    Carretera de los Caracoles
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  8. Day 8

    Santiago

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Guided city tour of Santiago including Plaza de Armas, Santiago Metropolitan Cathedral, Central Post Office Building, funicular ride to San Cristóbal Hill, and La Chascona museum (former home of Pablo Neruda)

    Optional Activities

    • Chile Heritage Wine Pairing optional excursion
    Landmarks
    Plaza de Armas
    Santiago Metropolitan Cathedral
    San Cristóbal Hill
    La Chascona
  9. Day 9

    Santiago to San Pedro de Atacama

    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner (Family-style dinner at local restaurant featuring Chilean dishes including ceviche and chimichurri)

    Included Activities

    • Flight from Santiago to Calama
    • Orientation tour of San Pedro de Atacama including adobe architecture and Caracoles Street
    • Included family-style dinner at local restaurant with Chilean dishes
    Landmarks
    San Pedro de Atacama
    Atacama Desert
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  10. Day 10

    San Pedro de Atacama

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Optional Activities

    • Laguna Cejar excursion with swimming in crystal clear salt lake with high salt levels
    • Valle de la Luna excursion featuring saline rocks formed by wind and rain, viewed at sunset
    Landmarks
    Laguna Cejar
    Valle de la Luna
  11. Day 11

    San Pedro de Atacama to Santiago

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Flight from Calama to Santiago
  12. Day 12

    Santiago

    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner (Farewell group dinner in Santiago)

    Included Activities

    • Farewell group dinner in Santiago

    Optional Activities

    • Excursion to UNESCO-protected port city of Valparaiso including entrance to La Sebastiana museum (former home of Pablo Neruda) and exploration of hilltop neighborhoods, colorful buildings, and seaside views
    Landmarks
    Valparaiso
    La Sebastiana
  13. Day 13

    Santiago

    End point
    Santiago, Santiago Metropolitan Region, Chile (Hotel in Santiago de Chile, 10:00)
    Meals
    Breakfast
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    Asked on January 3rd, 2026

    Will this tour be offered in November 2027?

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    • Expat Explore TravelOperatorWritten January 2026

      This tour is one of our most recent Tours offered and although it has a November 2026 departure, we cannot give 100% Guarantee that it will be offered for the same departures (Based on Months) next year.

      It will be based on the popularity of this new tour and if it proves to be successful for this year, then yes it will be offered for the same months next year and a few additional departures may be added.

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    Wayne

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    • Expat Explore TravelOperatorWritten December 2025

      Please see below the cancellation terms:

      60 days or more before departure - Loss of deposit
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      Yes, it is possible to change the dates of your booking. Please note that a change fee applies depending on how close to the departure date the change is made:

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      Check with your Card Provider if the Insurance can cover your Trip for any cancellations or disruptions and if they have any limitations. We cannot process refunds at the last minute, and you would need to file a claim through your Insurance Provider to recoup the losses.

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    • Typhoid - Recommended for Argentina.Chile. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
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    • Hepatitis B - Recommended for Argentina.Chile. Ideally 2 months before travel.
    • Rabies - Recommended for Argentina.Chile. Ideally 1 month before travel.
    • Yellow fever - Recommended for Argentina. Ideally 10 days before travel.
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