A Family Adventure in Patagonia
Experience the journey of a lifetime through Argentine and Chilean Patagonia. Begin in a bustling city, then venture to a town nestled in the Andes to kayak on glacier-fed lakes. Travel south to a city near a glacier and walk on the majestic Perito Moreno Glacier. Cross into Chile to explore Torres del Paine National Park, with its iconic granite towers and diverse wildlife. This adventure seamlessly blends natural wonders, outdoor thrills, and rich culture, creating unforgettable memories in one of the world's most stunning landscapes.
December 19 - 23, 2025 | Atacama Desert, Chile (4 nights)
December 20 - 21, 2025 | Santiago, Chile (1 night)
December 24 - 28, 2025 | Torres del Paine, Chile (4 nights)
December 28 - 30 | El Calafate, Argentina (2 nights)
December 30, 2025 - January 2, 2026 | Bariloche, Argentina (3 nights)
January 2 - 3, 2026 | Buenos Aires, Argentina (2 nights)
Upon arrival at Calama Airport (CJC), you will be greeted at the airport and transferred to your hotel near San Pedro de Atacama, in the Atacama Desert (approx. 1.5 hour transfer).
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This isn’t a different planet, although no one would blame you for believing that since the landscapes of northern Chile’s Atacama Desert look like nothing from this world. Martian-red mountains and lunar salt flats dominate the arid terrain, where life thrives despite the extreme conditions (just look at ancestral settlements or grazing flamingos). But you’ll truly feel in the cosmos come nighttime when the sky lights up with far-off stars and galaxies.
Arrival at your luxury lodge, surrounded by spectacular rock formations. After settling into your accommodations, relax at leisure as you recuperate from your journey by the pool. Rejuvenating spa treatments are recommended.
San Pedro de Atacama boasts some of the world’s clearest skies and is, therefore, one of the best places to practice astronomy. For that reason, in 2008 Explora inaugurated their own observatory, which has become one of the best private Chilean observatories. Its dome houses a potent and advanced optics telescope, the Meade 16” f/10 LX200R Advanced RD, and a main mirror of 40 cm in diameter with extraordinary resolution and sharpness.
Explora Atacama is a lodge built for linking man to temporary space- present and past- and the mysteries of nature. Explora is located in the Ayllu de Larache (initially a kin-based community of the ancient Aymara people), near the village of San Pedro de Atacama. The 17-hectare (42-acre) grounds comprise 20 indigenous parcels, some with timeworn pathways and buildings that explora is committed to preserving out of a profound respect for the area’s scenset inhabitants.
Yali King Room & Tulur Twin Room
Inclusions: All explorations, entrance fees to National Parks, lodging, meals, drinks, and transportation from and to the airport (on fixed schedules).
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Below are some of the activities at Explora Atacama. The team at Explora will help to design the itinerary for your stay. Visit the website for all of the activities on offer.
Depart by bike from Explora to cross different terrains in search of stunning vistas over the desert or relaxing lagoons to swim in.
You may view all of the offered bike excursions here.
Head out on an epic hike to see some of the diverse and postcard worthy landscapes of the Atacama.
You may view all of the available guided hikes here.
Explore in comfort from a van as you venture off to discover scenes such as the salt flats or Tatio geysers.
You may view the various overland tours here.
Yali King Room & Tulur Twin Room
Inclusions: All explorations, entrance fees to National Parks, lodging, meals, drinks, and transportation from and to the airport (on fixed schedules).
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This morning after breakfast and check-out, meet your driver in the hotel lobby for your transfer to the airport in Calama for your flight back to Santiago.
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Upon arrival, meet your driver in the arrivals hall and transfer to your hotel for check-in (approx. 35 min).
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The capital of Chile, Santiago, is a bursting city tucked away in a valley surrounded by the Andean foothills. Founded in 1541, Santiago is now a thriving metropolis dotted with fine eateries and top-class hotels. It is the only city in the world that offers skiing high up in the majestic Andes, followed a mere 90 minutes later by walks on the beach and surfing in the Pacific Ocean.
The 40-room hotel is the first of its kind in downtown Santiago: A blend of the city’s past and future, Hotel Magnolia is a historical attraction that fuses luxury accommodation, a gourmet restaurant, and a perfect location alongside Santa Lucía Hill.
Deluxe Room King & Superior Room Twin
Inclusions: Daily breakfast
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After booking, scenset will provide you with restaurant recommendations around Santiago. We can make dinner reservations for you upon request!
After breakfast and check-out this morning, meet your driver in the hotel lobby for a transfer to Santiago Airport (approx. 35 minutes).
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Arrive on your flight in Puerto Natales, you will be greeted and transferred to your hotel on the border of Torres del Paine National Park (approx. 1 hour 10 minutes).
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Torres del Paine National Park was declared a Biosphere Reserve by UNESCO in 1978 and is located within Chilean Patagonia, 150km to the north of Puerto Natales. The park consists of 242,000 hectares (the size of Luxembourg) and is renowned for the structure of its mountains, glaciers and lakes and the wide variety of its flora and fauna. It is considered by many to be the most beautiful park in the world.
Emerging beside craggy mountains and the glistening Lake Sarmiento in Torres del Paine National Park, the Tierra Patagonia hotel weaves itself into the landscape with subtle style, blending into the magnificence of the region. Here in this untamed part of the world, the perfect spot for an adventure vacation, what you see at our Patagonia adventure spa hotel is emerald lakes, fantastic mountain ranges and abundant wildlife.
Tierra Patagonia
2x Superior Rooms
Inclusions: Daily American breakfast, lunch and dinner; Open bar: mineral water, sodas, juices, house wine and liquors (premium wines and vintage liquors available for an additional cost); Daily two half-day or one full-day excursions in small groups with other guests; Use of pool, sauna, steam room and jacuzzi (massages, treatments and therapies payable in the hotel); Free Wi-Fi in common areas.
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At Tierra Patagonia, the Andes mountains are your playground. Below are a few suggested activities, but you may read more about what's on offer here.
From the hotel, head towards Sierra Baguales; which is to the northeast of the park near the Argentine border. The landscape here is completely different from the Paine Massif and the geology is impressive.
You will walk along the banks of the Baguales River, looking for fossils and enjoying the remoteness and views of this almost completely unexplored valley. At the end of the walk, a driver will be waiting to return you to the hotel.
Glacier Grey is probably one of the most well-known glaciers in Chile and is a popular glacier to visit while on vacation to Torres del Paine. Sailing on Lake Grey is a great way to get up close to the large icebergs which sometimes accumulate in the lake.
This excursion takes you through the Torres del Paine National Park to the western area, with a full overview of the main sites of interest. You’ll be amazed by the monolithic, unforgiving outline of the Paine Massif’s distinctive ‘horns’, just as jaw-dropping up close as you would imagine. The Macizo del Paine, as it’s known in Spanish, is made of granite, which playfully reflects the constantly-changing Patagonian sunlight and nearby waters. Be sure to have your camera to hand, as you won’t want to miss a single shot of this amazing place.
Afterwards, you’ll pass through Nothofagus woodland to reach the beach on Grey Lake, where you can spot large ice floes floating in the water. Here we board the catamaran and sail out towards Glacier Grey, surrounded by the impressive peaks of the Paine mountain range. You’ll be awestruck by the 19 kilometer-long ice formation, and even more amazed to find that there is an island in the middle of the glacier!
Lunch will be at the Hotel Lago Grey restaurant while enjoying incredible panoramic views of the Massif, and then continue to the hotel passing through several lookout points.
Tierra Patagonia
2x Superior Rooms
Inclusions: Daily American breakfast, lunch and dinner; Open bar: mineral water, sodas, juices, house wine and liquors (premium wines and vintage liquors available for an additional cost); Daily two half-day or one full-day excursions in small groups with other guests; Use of pool, sauna, steam room and jacuzzi (massages, treatments and therapies payable in the hotel); Free Wi-Fi in common areas.
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After breakfast and check-out, receive a private transfer across the Chilean-Argentine border to your hotel in El Calafate. This is a drive of approximately 3 hours 30 minutes.
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Please be aware that you will not be able to carry any food across the Argentinian/Chilean border. Any food detected in scans at the border crossing will be fined.
Snacks will be provided in the vehicle for your transfer, but they will need to be eaten before reaching the border.
Water refreshments can be carried over the border.
El Calafate serves as the gateway to some of Argentina's most breathtaking natural wonders. This charming town, set against the backdrop of the striking Andes, offers visitors a unique blend of adventure and tranquility. The highlight is the awe-inspiring Perito Moreno Glacier, a massive, dynamic ice field that promises an unforgettable spectacle of ice and natural beauty. El Calafate’s quaint streets are lined with cozy cafes, artisanal shops, and inviting restaurants, making it a perfect base for exploring the rugged, untamed wilderness that defines this extraordinary region.
Posada Los Alamos offers a range of amenities including a spa, an indoor swimming pool, and complimentary Wi-Fi throughout the property. The guest rooms come equipped with heating, a minibar, and cable TV, and provide scenic views of the organic garden and surrounding mountains.
Guests can enjoy a diverse breakfast buffet featuring American, Argentine, or Patagonian options. The hotel's La Posta Restaurant offers a selection of international and regional dishes, while two bars provide additional dining and relaxation options.
The hotel boasts a modern spa, an indoor pool with floor-to-ceiling windows, and a small 18-hole par 3 golf course. It also offers arrangements for activities like horseback riding and trips to the Moreno Glacier.
Posada Los Alamos
2x Standard Rooms
Inclusions: Daily breakfast
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Today, embark on a breathtaking trek on the beautiful Perito Moreno glacier.
You will be transferred to Bajo de las Sombras port where you’ll board a ship to cross Lago Rico and descend on the opposite coast, after a short boat ride, in front of the stunning south face of Glaciar Perito Moreno.
When you reach the glacier side, with its amazing shades of blue ice framing the landscape, you will have crampons and helmets fitted, before beginning your walk on this frozen paradise. During the trekking, you will be able to see a variety of typical glacier features, such as deep cracks, blue moulins, huge seracs and turquoise ponds.
You will enjoy a picnic walk in front of the glacier (either outside at the base of the glacier, or at an internal refuge) and spend the afternoon following the national parks catwalks with your guide, taking in your mesmerising surroundings.
Following your experience, you will be privately transferred back to your hotel.
Please Note: While you will be following a group on a shared basis of 20 people max, you will have a private guide accompany you throughout. The level of difficulty of this walk is moderate. Both children and adults must be physically and psychologically able to walk for around 3 hours, considering that about one and a half hours will be on ice and with crampons - the surface is irregular, but firm and safe. Crampons will be provided.
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Posada Los Alamos
2x Standard Rooms
Inclusions: Daily breakfast
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This morning after breakfast and check-out, meet your driver in the hotel lobby for a private transfer to the airport (approx. 25 minutes).
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Upon arrival, your private guide and driver will meet you in the arrivals hall. You will then set off for a welcome hike in the Bariloche region before heading to your hotel.
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Among the breathtaking landscapes of the Patagonian Andes is Bariloche, a region that captivates with its postcard-perfect beauty. It is a harmonious fusion of snow-capped mountains, serene lakes, and lush forests. Its charming Swiss-style architecture, coupled with a vibrant arts scene and renowned chocolate shops, creates a delightful atmosphere for exploration, making Bariloche a captivating destination where nature's grandeur meets cultural enchantment.
Head to the Llao Llao Peninsula with your expert guide for a private hike. Explore this famous peninsula with a hike through the Cohihue forest, enjoying the placid views of the lake through the clearings in the evergreen trees and learn about the area’s surroundings, lakes and history. Stop in the middle of the woodlands for a snack and mate tasting. A great way to introduce you to the area. You will have the option to hike or bike back to the hotel or return by private transfer.
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Built in 1939 and designed by a renowned Argentine architect, this hotel is the most famous in Argentina, a member of the Leading Hotels of the World, and has hosted many important guests. Located at the top of a hill between Lake Nahuel Huapi and Lake Moreno, with views of Mount Tronador, the historical Llao Llao offers luxury accommodations, spa treatments, golfing, and access to the beautiful Llao Llao Peninsula.
Llao Llao Resort
Lake Twin Room & Lake Queen Room - Bustillo Wing
Inclusions: Daily breakfast
Please note that the rooms in the Bustillo Wing of Llao Llao do not have air conditioning units. Patagonian summers are quite chilly in the evening, so this should not pose any issues.
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Bariloche’s greatest asset lies in its identity not only as a beautiful mountain setting, but also as a vibrant cultural scenset from its immigrant population from Western and Central Europe. Dine in the city’s finest restaurants in the evenings, enjoying world-class cuisine known for its German and Swiss roots, yet with its local twist, as the chefs have passed on traditions from their grandparents and fused the cuisine with other Argentine influences.
You will be picked up in the morning from the hotel. Once you've arrived at the field, you will have a security talk before mounting your horses. You will start from the countryside traversing through an area sparsely populated by local roads until you reach the eastern beach of Moreno Lake.
There, you will enjoy a picnic lunch and then ride along the beach to the source of the Casa de Piedra River, which you'll trace in your way back to the starting point. From this extensive beach, you'll enjoy a spectacular view of López, Capilla, Bella Vista and Goye mounts. Once back at the field, a vehicle will transfer you back to the hotel.
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Llao Llao Resort
Lake Twin Room & Lake Queen Room - Bustillo Wing
Inclusions: Daily breakfast
Please note that the rooms in the Bustillo Wing of Llao Llao do not have air conditioning units. Patagonian summers are quite chilly in the evening, so this should not pose any issues.
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Today's all about exploring beautiful Bariloche on this special full day tour!
This morning, a guide will pick you up at the hotel’s lobby in the late morning for a private transfer to the local pier for a day exploring Isla Victoria.
You will board a private boat to sail Nahuel Huapi’s crystal clear waters for about an hour, while overseeing Cerro López and Cerro Capilla in the surroundings of Tristeza and Blest arms and tasting some cultural Mate along the way.
You'll disembark at Playa del Toro pier where the trek starts. This leisurely hike through the woodlands is about 5.5 to 8 kilometers of inner trails with an altitude gain of 110 meters (360 feet) up to 900 meters (2995 feet) above sea level. During your time on the island, your guide will engage with the children through a scavenger hunt that will help facilitate their sense of discovery as you explore this stunning island.
The tour continues to a viewpoint offering stunning views of Cerro Millaqueo, Isla de los Gansos, and the surrounding Andes mountains. You'll learn about the island's native and exotic trees, their importance to local species, and experience the island through its unique smells and textures.
Next, visit La Escuelita, the local school, to connect with the community and understand the significance of different educational paradigms and cultural exchanges. From there, venture to the remote Totoras beach, protected by diverse tree species, and return through the Swiss Vallecito to the Central Zone and Nursery Garden, where you'll learn about the restoration of native species.
Explore the island's history at the Anchorena house, Park-Rangers School, and soon-to-be-restored museum, discussing the native people, their cave paintings, and canoes, as well as the colony's boat-building and lumber exploitation. Head north along the coastal path to Aserradero Viejo to compare the scenset and exotic forests, listen to birds, and spot deer or pheasants. Observe the changing vegetation as you descend to Antepuerto bay, where a private chef awaits.
Inclusions:
- Welcome kit: neck gaiter buff with map theme, map with the locations of all our services, restaurants and shopping tour locations.
- Concierge assistance during your stay
- Craft tailor made hiking poles
- All boat rides include: Park Entrance Tickets and Boarding Fees
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Savor a meal inspired by ancient customs and local flavors, starting with a refreshing drink and a squash or tomato soup, potentially featuring the seed of the prehistoric Monkey Puzzle Tree. Enjoy Mapuche-influenced dishes such as red quinoa risotto with squash and eggplant. For dessert, indulge in nostalgic flavors like "vigilant dessert" (sweet potato jam and cheese) and dulce de leche pancakes, accompanied by a blend of dehydrated Patagonian fruits.
After lunch, enjoy a moment of art and tranquility before returning to the boat, with the possibility of navigating to the bay of the sunken ship. Finally, relax on the journey back to the mainland, sipping drinks, wrapped in blankets, and perhaps even swimming in the lake if weather permits.
Inclusions: Gourmet Lunch with private Chef
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Llao Llao Resort
Lake Twin Room & Lake Queen Room - Bustillo Wing
Inclusions: Daily breakfast
Please note that the rooms in the Bustillo Wing of Llao Llao do not have air conditioning units. Patagonian summers are quite chilly in the evening, so this should not pose any issues.
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This morning after breakfast and check-out, meet your driver in the hotel lobby for a private transfer to the airport (approx. 1 hour 5 minutes).
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Upon arrival in Buenos Aires, meet your driver in the arrivals hall for a private transfer into Buenos Aires (approximately 35 minutes).
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Buenos Aires, the vibrant capital of Argentina, is a city that seamlessly blends rich history, European elegance, and Latin American energy. Its iconic neighborhoods, like the historic San Telmo and trendy Palermo, offer a diverse tapestry of culture, art, and cuisine. The city's architectural marvels, such as the Teatro Colon and Casa Rosada, reflect its grandeur and historical significance. Buenos Aires is a city of tango, with sultry dance halls and passionate performances resonating through its streets. Buenos Aires is a captivating metropolis where the past and present converge in a captivating symphony of urban life.
Located in Puerto Madero, the most cosmopolitan neighborhood of the city, the Alvear Icon offers incredible views of the city and the River Plate. Enjoy the luxurious and comfortable suites, explore the wide variety of restaurants and bars, and relax in the splendid Beauty & Wellness Center. Alvear Icon Hotels & Residences perfectly reflects the modernity and energy that characterize vibrant Buenos Aires.
Alvear Icon Hotel
2x Deluxe Rooms
Inclusions: Daily breakfast
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After breakfast and check-out this morning, meet your driver in the hotel lobby for a private transfer to the airport for your international flight home out of Aeroparque Internacional Jorge Newbery (AEP) in Buenos Aires.
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