Argentina's Patagonia Easygoing Walking Tour
Couples, Friends & Solos
8 days
7 nights
Activity Levels 1-3
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Luxury Hotels
Argentina's Patagonia Easygoing Walking Tour
Couples, Friends & Solos
8 days
7 nights
Activity Levels 1-3
We rate our trips based on a range of activity levels from 1-5.
See this trip's Activity Options & Terrain for more details.
Luxury Hotels
2027: Nov-Dec 2028: Jan-Mar
Dolce Tempo Journey amid Epic Peaks, Lakes & Glaciers
It’s a warm empanada at a frontier lodge. A yerba maté by the fire. The majestic Andes, which make humanity seem so small. In one of the most isolated places on earth, find more connection than ever.
Highlights
- Chase views of Cerro Fitz Roy’s iconic spires in Los Glaciares National Park, a World Heritage Site
- Cruise among towering aquamarine icebergs in the Upsala Glacier channel and witness the spectacular calving of the Perito Moreno Glacier
- Stay at an exclusive estancia reachable only by boat, a chance to experience the wilderness as old-time ranchers once did
- Sample Argentine wines, locally brewed beer and, of course, exquisite asado
- Ride horseback in the awe-inspiring Patagonian landscape—no better place than this to play gaucho!
Start/End El Calafate
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Itinerary
Days 1-2
Hike to spectacular vistas of 50-mile-long, glacier-fed Lake Viedma • Explore Los Glaciares National Park on foot through lenga forests and along ice-carved valleys on the outskirts of the small mountain town of El Chaltén • Find panoramic views on our hike to Mirador de los Cóndores and Mirador de las Aguila • Gaze upon the famed Fitz Roy peaks mirrored in the impossibly blue waters of Laguna Capri • Malbec, Pinot Noir, Torrontés and more—discover delectable Argentine vintages at our wine reception.
Nights 1-2
Enjoy sensational views of the Chaltén Valley and the Río de las Vueltas from your room, and access memorable hikes from your doorstep. (spa)
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Day 3
Hike along young glacial moraines and the Fitz Roy River, taking in the panorama of a stunning glacial valley and impressive Cerro Torre • Visit a local brewery and find out how modern mountain-town residents are carrying on German immigrant traditions • In El Chaltén, savor lunch at a local brewery • Enjoy a leisurely afternoon in El Calafate browsing craft shops.
Night 3
Beautifully constructed from timber and stone, this historic hotel can trace its origins back to the early days of the Argentinian National Park Service. (pool, spa)
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Days 4-5
Get ready for an unforgettable boat ride among icebergs and spectacular views of the famous Upsala Glacier • Stay at remote Estancia Cristina for the ultimate authentic Argentine ranch experience • Watch for soaring condors along Cristina Bay • Hike through an otherworldly landscape of multicolored rock formations • Enjoy a walking tour of our estancia and learn about its history from the family’s private museum collection.
Nights 4-5
A favorite among our guests, this remote historic ranch founded in 1914 offers the perfect launching point for hikes into Patagonia's wilderness. It's accessible only by boat, after a cruise on Lake Argentino past the dramatic Upsala Glacier. (This hotel is solar-powered; no electricity 11 p.m.–6 a.m.)
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Days 6-8
Try on gaucho life with a guided horseback ride across the pampas • Sip yerba maté, the local beverage, like Patagonian cowboys • Prepare to be awestruck on a walk to see the Perito Moreno Glacier, a stunning ice mass with 200-foot-high, blue-hued walls • Relish a traditional Patagonian lamb asado (barbecue) • Hit the trails for one more hike with the magnificent Andes as your backdrop.
Nights 6-7
"Sophisticated yet homey—the kind of place where you don't worry about kicking off your muddy boots when you return from a hike," says Travel + Leisure about this remote country lodge on the Patagonian steppe. A Relais & Châteaux member.
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This trip has an activity level range of 1-3
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What's Included
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We want to make sure you're on the trip that's right for you. Every Backroads trip is unique and this one is no exception.
Our hikes through Patagonia’s captivating, yet rugged, terrain climb rocky and sometimes uneven paths, many of which are remote and do not intersect with roads. Vehicles will get us to and from the trailheads, but due to the nature of these trails, we won’t see our vehicles along the route. Ample trail support is provided by your Backroads leaders and local guides.
Most hikes on this itinerary are inside Argentine national parks and, unlike other Backroads Hiking & Walking Trips, regulations require a certified local guide to accompany us. We offer flexibility by dividing into several groups of different paces, with each group hiking in the company of a local guide.
In order to experience the full grandeur of Argentina’s Patagonia region, we spend more time shuttling and on boat crossings on this trip than on a typical Backroads trip. This enables us to explore the incredible variety of ecosystems and scenery this region has to offer.
Trips with a small number of guests may be supported by one Backroads Trip Leader and a team of knowledgeable local guides. There will always be at least two people hiking on the trail with you.
Because of Patagonia’s extreme weather conditions and strong winds, mid-trip itinerary changes are possible. Boat crossings can be cancelled, which may delay our arrival to or departure from the hotel Estancia Cristina. If severe weather affects our planned activities, your Trip Leaders will find alternative activities that you’re sure to enjoy. Expect the unexpected in this remote region, including slow or no internet and the occasional ATM possibly running out of cash. It’s all part of the adventure!
Dates & Prices
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