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PATAGONIA AND BUENOS AIRES: PRIVATE SOUTHERN CROSSING

Glaciers, granite peaks, and the elegance of Argentina’s capital.

7 Days / 6 Nights

Santiago · Puerto Natales · Torres del Paine · El Calafate · Buenos Aires

Fully Customizable

7 Days / 6 Nights

Santiago · Puerto Natales · Torres del Paine · El Calafate · Buenos Aires

Fully Customizable Journey

Overview

This privately designed seven day journey connects Chilean Patagonia with Argentine Patagonia and concludes in Buenos Aires, creating a clean and well paced route across some of South America’s most iconic southern landscapes. The experience begins with a refined introduction to Santiago, then shifts quickly into the wilderness of Torres del Paine and the glacier region of Los Glaciares National Park.

The itinerary balances high impact scenery with comfortable transitions, combining lodge based exploration, a full day immersion in Torres del Paine, and a privately guided visit to the Perito Moreno Glacier. It closes in Buenos Aires with an elegant overnight stay that positions guests for a smooth departure or an extended urban program. Throughout, the journey is coordinated with discretion and continuity by Nature Horizons.

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ARRIVAL IN SANTIAGO AND PANORAMIC CITY EXPERIENCE

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SANTIAGO DE CHILE

The Journey

Detailed Itinerary

Day 01

SANTIAGO DE CHILE

ARRIVAL IN SANTIAGO AND PANORAMIC CITY EXPERIENCE

SANTIAGO DE CHILE

Arrive in Santiago and settle into a central hotel base designed for ease and comfort. Begin with a curated city introduction that captures the capital’s most distinctive viewpoints and cultural references, blending architectural landmarks with a sense of contemporary urban life. Ascend for panoramic perspectives over the city framed by the Andes, then continue through neighborhoods known for design, galleries, and an understated bohemian energy. The experience concludes in Lastarria, where cultural life, boutique spaces, and café culture create a refined closing note for the day.

Overnight: Santiago de Chile

Day 02

PUERTO NATALES

SANTIAGO TO PUERTO NATALES AND PATAGONIA LODGE ARRIVAL

PUERTO NATALES

Travel onward to Puerto Natales, the gateway to Chilean Patagonia. The landscape shifts toward open skies, fjords, and the distant silhouettes of the Southern Andes, with a sense of remoteness that becomes part of the experience. Arrive at a wilderness lodge designed for comfort and restoration after travel, with architecture and service focused on quiet refinement. The remainder of the day is left intentionally open to settle in, enjoy the property, and prepare for the national park immersion ahead.

Overnight: Puerto Natales

Day 03

TORRES DEL PAINE NATIONAL PARK

TORRES DEL PAINE NATIONAL PARK: ICONIC LANDSCAPES

TORRES DEL PAINE NATIONAL PARK

Spend the day immersed in Torres del Paine, a UNESCO recognized wilderness defined by granite spires, glacial lakes, and dramatic contrasts. The route reveals Patagonia’s most emblematic perspectives, from broad valleys and ranchlands to lakes, waterfalls, and mountain viewpoints. Highlights include the Milodón Cave area, the park’s central lakes, and the shifting light across the massif that makes Torres del Paine one of the most visually compelling environments in the world. The experience is guided privately and paced for depth, with time to absorb the scenery rather than rush through it.

Overnight: PUERTO NATALES

Day 04

EL CALAFATE

PATAGONIA LODGE EXPLORATION AND TRANSITION TO EL CALAFATE

EL CALAFATE

Begin the day with lodge based exploration, allowing flexibility depending on interests and weather conditions. Options may include gentle hikes, scenic viewpoints, or curated local excursions that deepen the sense of place within Chilean Patagonia. Later, travel onward to El Calafate in Argentine Patagonia, an elegant gateway town set near Lake Argentino and the entrances to Los Glaciares National Park. Arrival is timed for a comfortable evening, allowing guests to settle in and enjoy the atmosphere of the region.

Overnight: El Calafate

Day 05

El Calafate

PERITO MORENO GLACIER: PRIVATE GLACIER EXPERIENCE

El Calafate

Today is dedicated to one of Patagonia’s most celebrated natural wonders, the Perito Moreno Glacier. Travel through steppe landscapes and Andean forest zones to reach the glacier viewing circuits, where elevated walkways provide varied and dramatic perspectives. The experience is designed for a refined pace, allowing time for different viewpoints and the chance to witness the glacier’s movement and sound as it calves into the lake. An optional navigation may be arranged, offering an additional dimension from the water and a closer appreciation of the glacier’s immense scale.

Overnight: El Calafate

Day 06

BUENOS AIRES

EL CALAFATE TO BUENOS AIRES

BUENOS AIRES

Travel to Buenos Aires and settle into an elegant base in the Recoleta area, a neighborhood known for classic architecture, cultural institutions, and a refined city rhythm. The evening is intentionally flexible, allowing for a calm arrival, a curated dining experience, or rest before departure.

Overnight: Buenos Aires

Day 07

BUENOS AIRES

BUENOS AIRES DEPARTURE, OPTIONAL CITY EXPERIENCE

BUENOS AIRES

Depart Buenos Aires with a smooth private transfer, concluding the journey. For travelers extending their stay, an optional privately guided city experience may be arranged, offering a thoughtful introduction to Buenos Aires through its historic core, classic avenues, and iconic neighborhoods.

Accommodations

Stays

Selected accommodations are chosen for comfort, service quality, and suitability for a seamless and intimate flow between regions.

Santiago de Chile

A refined city hotel offering comfort, a central position, and access to the capital’s most relevant districts.

Puerto Natales

A world class Patagonia lodge designed for restoration and exploration, combining warm service, strong cuisine, and access to Torres del Paine.

El Calafate

A contemporary property with strong positioning for the glacier region, offering comfort, design, and calm views over the Patagonian landscape.

Buenos Aires

An elegant Recoleta based hotel selected for comfort, service standards, and a refined setting for city access or departure.

Specific properties may vary based on availability while maintaining the same category and standard.

The Essentials

Includes

Private airport arrival and departure services
Private VIP ground transportation throughout the journey
Expert private guides and local specialists
All accommodations as listed
Daily breakfasts and selected meals
All entrance fees and experiences described in the itinerary.
On-the-ground coordination by Nature Horizons Tours

Additional

Does not include

International or domestic flights
Travel insurance
Meals not specified
Personal expenses
Optional activities not listed

Journey Style & Pace

A privately guided itinerary designed for high comfort and seamless transitions, combining iconic wilderness with a clean and efficient route across Chile and Argentina.

Customization & Flexibility

The itinerary can be refined based on preferred lodge program, activity level, and seasonal conditions, with optional upgrades available for accommodation, navigation, and private experiences.

Who This Journey Is For

Ideal for travelers seeking Patagonia’s highlights with refined logistics, private guiding, and a well structured route that concludes with an elegant urban finish in Buenos Aires.

Extensions & Upgrades

Extensions may include additional nights inside Torres del Paine, glacier navigation upgrades, additional Patagonia regions such as El Chaltén, or a longer Buenos Aires cultural program.

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