What is the typical length of tours from Buenos Aires to Patagonia?

Travelers can choose from tours lasting 3 to 22 days with most people selecting 8 to 15-day trips. The popular 15-day Argentina Highlights tour covers the essential stops: Buenos Aires El Calafate Ushuaia and the Perito Moreno Glacier. For those with limited time 3-day focused trips to destinations like Bariloche or El Calafate are available. As one TourRadar traveler noted: "This tour is breath taking - we saw whales in Puerto Madryn Penguins in Ushuaia and lots of guanacos in the south."

What's the best time of year to start a Patagonia tour from Buenos Aires?

September through April brings the most reliable weather for exploring Patagonia from Buenos Aires. During these spring and summer months conditions are ideal for outdoor adventures and seeing local wildlife. The timing varies by region: El Calafate and Tierra del Fuego shine from October to March while whale watching at Puerto Madryn reaches its peak between June and December. As noted by a TourRadar traveler: "We visited in October and had perfect weather for seeing the glaciers and wildlife."

What activities are typically included in the first few days starting in Buenos Aires?

The journey begins with an exploration of Buenos Aires's key sites including Plaza de Mayo La Boca and Recoleta Cemetery. The evening brings traditional tango entertainment with dinner at established venues like Madero Tango in Puerto Madero or La Ventana in San Telmo. As one TourRadar traveler shared: "The city tour gave us a perfect introduction to Buenos Aires culture before heading south to Patagonia."

How do I travel between Buenos Aires and Patagonian destinations?

Domestic flights connect Buenos Aires to Patagonia's main destinations with typical flight times of 3.5 hours to El Calafate and Ushuaia or 2.5 hours to Bariloche. Budget-conscious travelers can opt for overnight bus services to Puerto Madryn taking about 18 hours. Local operator Hi Travel Argentina notes that "distances are too long to make it by land domestic flights are needed for comfort and time optimization."

What accommodation is provided on these tours?

Accommodations typically center on 4-star properties such as the Arakur in Ushuaia Xelena in El Calafate and Design Suites in Bariloche. Those seeking more affordable options can find hostels and 3-star hotels throughout the region. According to traveler reviews: "The hotels were excellent especially the Arakur with its amazing views of the Beagle Channel."

What's included in the meal plans for Buenos Aires, Patagonia tours?

Tour packages generally cover daily hotel breakfasts a welcome dinner with tango entertainment in Buenos Aires and select meals at local estancias. Higher-end options like the 8-day Premium Discovery add special dining experiences such as mountain wine tastings and lamb confit at Estancia 25 de Mayo. A TourRadar traveler noted: "The food experiences especially at the estancias were a highlight of our Patagonian journey."

Patagonia Tours from Buenos Aires

Buenos Aires to Patagonia crosses Argentina, exploring the capital's tango and steak culture, flying south to El Calafate, visiting Perito Moreno Glacier, discovering Ushuaia at world's end, and experiencing extreme southern landscapes. Can you imagine the photos? You’re seeing Argentina's range from sophisticated capital to raw wilderness, and it will be etched in your memory forever.

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Full Patagonia Adventure (22 Days)
4.7 (3 traveler reviews)
"Every detail felt thoughtfully considered, and we were able to see so many incredible places without ever feeling rushed."
Kelly, traveled in March
Duration
22 days
Destinations
Buenos Aires, Puerto Madryn, Valdes Peninsula,Puerto Piramides,Punta Tombo National Reserve,Rio Gallegos,Ushuaia,Tierra del Fuego National Park,El Calafate,Perito Moreno Glacier,Los Glaciares National Park,Cerro Castillo,Torres del Paine National Park,Lake Pehoé,Lago Nordenskjöld,El Chalten,Mount Fitz Roy,Cerro Torre Mountain,San Carlos De Bariloche,Victoria Island,Nahuel Huapi National Park+18 more
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Adventures in Patagonia + Iguazu Extension
4.5 (20 traveler reviews)
"All places visited were highlights; experiences just got better and better."
Jane, traveled in January
Duration
17 days
Destinations
Buenos Aires, Ushuaia, Isla Martillo, Puerto Harberton,Tierra del Fuego National Park,Punta Arenas,Puerto Natales,Mylodon Cave Natural Monument,Torres del Paine National Park,Torres del Paine,Lake Pehoé,El Calafate,Los Glaciares National Park,Perito Moreno Glacier,El Chalten,Puerto Iguazu,Iguazu Falls+13 more
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Adventures in Patagonia
4.5 (39 traveler reviews)
"Travelling through the amazing landscape, particularly the Patagonia Steppe. The whole trip was full of highlights."
Alison, traveled in January
Duration
14 days
Destinations
Buenos Aires, Ushuaia, Isla Martillo,Tierra del Fuego National Park,Punta Arenas,Puerto Natales,Torres del Paine National Park,Lake Pehoé,El Calafate,Los Glaciares National Park,Perito Moreno Glacier,El Chalten,Mount Fitz Roy+10 more
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Argentina - Buenos Aires, Bariloche and Calafate - 10 days
4.0 (1 traveler review)
"Overall is good, special itinerary."
yanqing, traveled in October
Duration
10 days
Destinations
Buenos Aires, San Carlos De Bariloche, Victoria Island,Los Arrayanes National Park,El Calafate,Perito Moreno Glacier,Los Glaciares National Park,El Chalten+5 more
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All Ages Welcome
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Grand Patagonia Journey: Bariloche, El Calafate & Ushuaia
5.0 (1 traveler review)
"We absolutely loved Argentina. The places, the people and the food!"
Mercedes, traveled in March
Duration
12 days
Destinations
Buenos Aires, San Carlos De Bariloche,Nahuel Huapi National Park,Victoria Island,Los Arrayanes National Park,San Martin de los Andes,El Calafate,Perito Moreno Glacier,El Chalten,Los Glaciares National Park,Mount Fitz Roy,Ushuaia,Tierra del Fuego National Park+11 more
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8-Day Premium Discovery Ushuaia & El Calafate from Buenos Aires
4.8 (5 traveler reviews)
"Itinerary was great, the local operators were excellent, pick ups and drop offs were well communicated and prompt."
Janice, traveled in November
Duration
8 days
Destinations
Buenos Aires, Ushuaia, El Calafate
Age Range
Ages 8+
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PatagoniaAndes Mountains+1 more
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Signature DMC
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Journeys: Discover Patagonia National Geographic
4.6 (9 traveler reviews)
"It's the best tour I have checked off from my bucket list. We have taken ferry boats and caramans."
Jeffrey, traveled in February
Duration
14 days
Destinations
Buenos Aires, San Carlos De Bariloche, Puerto Varas,Chiloe Island,Vicente Perez Rosales National Park,Osorno Volcano,Puerto Natales,Torres del Paine National Park,El Calafate,Los Glaciares National Park,Perito Moreno Glacier,Ushuaia,Isla Martillo+10 more
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Argentina - Buenos Aires, Bariloche, Calafate and Ushuaia - 9 days
4.5 (4 traveler reviews)
"The National Parks were breathtaking. The city tours were well worth it."
Bruce, traveled in December
Duration
9 days
Destinations
Buenos Aires, San Carlos De Bariloche,Nahuel Huapi National Park,Victoria Island,El Calafate,Perito Moreno Glacier,Los Glaciares National Park,Ushuaia,Tierra del Fuego National Park,Beagle Channel+8 more
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All Ages Welcome
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Patagonia Express: Buenos Aires, El Calafate & Ushuaia
5.0 (2 traveler reviews)
"The people were lovely and there were zero issues."
F, traveled in December
Duration
9 days
Destinations
Buenos Aires, El Calafate, Perito Moreno Glacier, Ushuaia,San Antonio de Areco+1 more
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All Ages Welcome
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End of the Earth
4.6 (41 traveler reviews)
"Sea food in Chili, meat in Argentina are excellent."
KENJI, traveled in October
Duration
14 days
Destinations
Buenos Aires, El Chalten, Los Glaciares National Park,Mount Fitz Roy,El Calafate,Perito Moreno Glacier,Puerto Natales,Torres del Paine National Park,Lake Pehoé,Ushuaia,Tierra del Fuego National Park,Isla Martillo+9 more
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Argentina - Buenos Aires, Calafate and Ushuaia - 10 days
5.0 (3 traveler reviews)
"They pass a lot of information that makes the experience even more enjoyable."
Ricardo, traveled in June
Duration
10 days
Destinations
Buenos Aires, El Calafate, Los Glaciares National Park,Perito Moreno Glacier,Ushuaia,Tierra del Fuego National Park+3 more
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All Ages Welcome
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PatagoniaAndes MountainsLos Glaciares National Park+2 more
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Patagonia Highlights: Buenos Aires to Santiago | 12 Days · 4-Star W/All Hotel Pick-Ups
4.7 (12 traveler reviews)
"The tour as is has a great itinerary, and everything was so well organized."
Ana, traveled in October
Duration
12 days
Destinations
Buenos Aires, El Calafate, Perito Moreno Glacier,Puerto Natales,Mylodon Cave Natural Monument,Torres del Paine National Park,Santiago+4 more
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All Ages Welcome
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Exploring Full Patagonia Argentina & Chile
4.8 (2 traveler reviews)
"What a wonderful places!!"
Doris, traveled in February
Duration
15 days
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Buenos Aires, Ushuaia, Tierra del Fuego National Park,El Calafate,Perito Moreno Glacier,Puerto Natales,Mylodon Cave Natural Monument,Cerro Castillo,Torres del Paine National Park,Puerto Varas,San Carlos De Bariloche,San Martin de los Andes+9 more
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All Ages Welcome
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Best of Patagonia: Argentina & Chile 11 Days Tour
5.0 (3 traveler reviews)
"The trip was varied, well-paced and brilliantly organized. Engrossing and stimulating."
Hillary, traveled in May
Duration
11 days
Destinations
Buenos Aires, Ushuaia, Tierra del Fuego, El Calafate,Perito Moreno Glacier,Puerto Natales,Torres del Paine National Park,Balmaceda,Santiago+5 more
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Ages 12+
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PatagoniaAndes Mountains+1 more
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Argentina & Chile : El Calafate, Torre Del Paine W/local flights
4.3 (3 traveler reviews)
"Excellent holiday! Very well organised - the team put a lot of effort into organising an excellent itinerary."
Lesley, traveled in August
Duration
12 days
Destinations
Buenos Aires, El Calafate, Perito Moreno Glacier,Puerto Natales,Mylodon Cave Natural Monument,Torres del Paine National Park,Lake Pehoé,Santiago+5 more
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All Ages Welcome
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