Experience the best of Southern Patagonia with this premium program combining El Calafate and Torres del Paine. The itinerary includes a visit to the Perito Moreno Glacier before heading to Chile for a deep exploration of the W Circuit. Staying at an All-Inclusive hotel within or near the park, you will enjoy guided trekking to the Base of the Towers, French Valley, and Grey Glacier with all meals and transfers included. This tour is designed for active travelers who want to experience iconic trails without compromising on comfort and high-end service.
Trips focused on hiking and trekking
Physically demanding activities
Moderate physical activity
Independent trips, with a selection of guided activities
Less than 20 travelers for a personalized experience
Expertos locales liderando el camino
Capture stunning vistas and memorable moments
Spot native animals in their natural habitats
Itinerary
Day 1: Buenos Aires – Calafate
Transfers between hotels and airports for traveling from Buenos Aires to El Calafate.
Dia 2: Ice Trekking at Perito Moreno Glacier
Ice Trekking at Perito Moreno Glacier, the most famous of the glaciers, declared a natural heritage site by UNESCO.
Day 3: Glaciares Gourmet Sailing
On this day, we will take the Glaciares Gourmet Sailing on Lake Argentino to view different icebergs and glaciers that would otherwise be inaccessible.
Day 4: Calafate – Puerto Natales – Torres del Paine National Park
Departure from Calafate in transfer to your hotel in Torres del Paine National Park. Upon arrival at the hotel, you can visit and explore the facilities, dine at the restaurant, enjoy cocktails at the bar, or simply marvel at the extraordinary landscapes. Accommodation at your hotel.
Day 5: Trekking Viewpoint Base Torres (8 – 10 hours, 13 Km)
Recommended start time: 08:00 hrs.
Your day will begin with a slow ascent walk through the Patagonian pampas, which starts to incline as you enter the Ascencio Valley, until you reach Paso de los Vientos, with spectacular panoramic views of the landscape and surrounding lakes.
You will continue walking through the Chilean Sector, along a native Lenga forest, bringing you closer to the final stretch of your adventure.
This part of the hike lasts approximately one hour and takes place on rocky terrain, bordered by enormous moraines. Upon reaching the end, you will encounter one of the most impressive views of the three iconic granite towers and below, the Glacial Lagoon.
Difficulty level: High.
Day 6: Trekking French Valley (10 – 12 hours, 20 Km)
Recommended start time: 08:00 hrs.
Day 3 of the W Circuit begins with a catamaran trip across Lake Pehoé and its turquoise waters, providing you with a spectacular view of the surrounding mountains.
Upon reaching the other side, you will start a wonderful hike toward the French Valley, where you can enjoy the serenity of the forests, streams, and glaciers, delighting in the shapes and colors of the majestic mountains of Los Cuernos del Paine.
The grand finale of this hike is unlike any other, a viewpoint with incredible landscapes of the French Glacier and the rest of the Paine Massif.
Difficulty level: High.
Day 7: Trekking Viewpoint Grey Glacier (8 – 9 hours, 11 Km)
Recommended start time: 08:00 hrs.
This day will begin with a navigation trip on Grey.
The trail runs through rocky areas and native forests, home to a large number of Patagonian birds. The journey continues along the base of the highest mountain in the park: Paine Grande (3,050 m / 10,000 ft), where you will have an uninterrupted view of the hanging glaciers spilling over the top of the mountain, creating an almost surreal feeling.
Leaving the tree cover, you will reach the first viewpoint over Lake Grey and gradually begin to see more and more pieces of the floating glacier. The imposing dimensions of these structures will surprise you.
Finally, you will see the stunning view of the Grey Glacier and all its glory.
Difficulty level: High.
Day 8: Torres del Paine – El Calafate
Breakfast and transfer from your hotel to the city of El Calafate. Arrival and rest at your hotel.
Day 9: Calafate – Buenos Aires
Transfer from your hotel to the airport to fly to Buenos Aires.
Included Activities
Ice Trekking at Perito Moreno Glacier
This excursion begins with a 20-minute navigation from Bajo de las Sombras port, offering stunning views of the glacier's southern wall and the Icebergs Channel. Upon reaching the southwest shore, we'll hike to the guides' refuge where we'll prepare for the adventure.
We'll start with a 20-minute shoreline walk to the ice edge, where we'll be fitted with crampons and receive safety instructions. The glacier trekking lasts approximately 2 hours, during which we'll observe spectacular ice formations like crevasses, lagoons, and sinkholes, while guides explain the glacier's unique phenomena.
After completing the trek, we'll return via a Magellanic forest trail before reboarding the boat to navigate the Icebergs Channel again, approaching the glacier walls for unforgettable photographs. Passengers requiring transportation will have a bus available to return to El Calafate, including a one-hour stop at the Glacier Viewpoint and its walkways.
Glaciares Gourmet Sailing Experience
Enjoy a unique gourmet experience sailing among glaciers. The excursion begins with transfers from hotels to Punta Bandera, where we'll board at Puerto Privado La Soledad at 09:00 hs.
We'll navigate Lago Argentino passing Punta Avellaneda and the narrow Boca del Diablo (800m wide), heading to Spegazzini Channel to admire its namesake glacier. We'll disembark at Puesto de Las Vacas for a walk to observe local flora and fauna, with views of the historic settlers' post.
We'll continue to Upsala Channel and Herminita Peninsula for panoramic glacier views where gourmet lunch will be served. In the afternoon, the María Turquesa Cruise will take us to Icebergs Channel and Perito Moreno Glacier before returning to port at 18:00 hs.
Note:
The María Turquesa Cruise (180-person capacity) offers:
Premium Room (20 people): Gourmet Tasting Menu
Standard Room: Gourmet Lunch Box
Observations: Route subject to modifications at captain's discretion for passenger safety.
Featured Hotels
Mirador del Lago
Located in the town of El Calafate, Santa Cruz, Mirador del Lago Hotel is just steps away from the main commercial district and sits right in front of Bahía Redonda—a stunning landscape in Argentine Patagonia. The hotel offers guests a warm and comfortable atmosphere paired with exceptional personalized service.
Xelena Hotel & Suites
Xelena Hotel & Suites combines comfort, hospitality, and cutting-edge technology in a paradisiacal setting. Located on the shores of Lake Argentino and surrounded by unparalleled natural beauty, it offers some of the most stunning landscapes in Argentine Patagonia. Its warm, signature style makes it the perfect destination to enjoy at any time of year.
Hotel Las Torres Patagonia
Located at the very heart of the trekking capital of Patagonia, Hotel Las Torres is a historic estancia that offers an authentic immersion into gaucho culture and nature. Situated at the base of the famous 'Las Torres' trail, this sustainable lodge is the perfect starting point for explorers heading to the granite towers. Guests can experience life on a working Patagonian ranch, enjoy organic farm-to-table cuisine, and explore the landscape on horseback with local baqueanos. It is a unique retreat where rugged adventure meets warm hospitality, ideal for those who want to live the true spirit of Torres del Paine.
Important Notes
Highlights: Trekking Base Torres / French Valley / Trekking to Grey Glacier
Visit the 3 valleys that make up the W Circuit: Ascencio Valley, from where you access Base Torres, French Valley, and Grey Glacier.
