Arrival in Santiago de Chile

Santiago - Arrive in Chile’s capital, Santiago, the country’s political, commercial, and financial hub. Situated just 100 km from the coast and nestled at the base of the Andes Mountains, Santiago offers a wide range of activities for visitors. Upon arrival at Santiago International Airport, approach the local transfer operator to be assigned a vehicle that will take you to your chosen hotel in the city. The rest of the day is free for you to explore the city at your leisure.

Santiago City Tour

Santiago - The tour begins at 8 am, showcasing the city’s main attractions, including the Civic District, Historic Santiago, La Moneda Palace, The Illustrious Municipality of Santiago, the National Historic Museum, and the Cathedral of Santiago.

Metropolitan Cathedral (Catedral Metropolitana) - A key attraction.

Plaza de Armas - A key attraction.

La Moneda - Continue to the Palacio de La Moneda, the presidential headquarters of Chile. Learn about its history and architecture, and if the timing is right, witness the changing of the guard.

Barrio Lastarria - Next, visit the charming Lastarria neighborhood, known for its bohemian vibe, cobblestone streets, cafes, and art and culture shops. It’s a perfect place for a stroll and exploration.

Cerro Santa Lucia - Adjacent to this picturesque neighborhood is Cerro Santa Lucía. If open and time allows, climb to a natural viewpoint with gardens and trails offering stunning panoramic views of the city and the Andes.

Barrio Bellavista - Continue exploring the vibrant Bellavista neighborhood, famous for its lively nightlife, colorful murals, and picturesque architecture. Here, you’ll also find La Chascona, one of the homes of Pablo Neruda, the renowned Chilean poet.

Viña del Mar and Valparaiso

Curacavi - Depart from your Santiago hotel around 8:00 am for a 120 km journey to the Pacific Ocean. Enjoy the diverse landscape of the Curacaví Valley, followed by the Casablanca Valley, renowned for its Sauvignon Blanc white wine production.

Plaza Sotomayor - Arrive in Valparaíso, where you’ll be captivated by its hillside homes and picturesque landscapes. Visit Victory Square, Sotomayor Square, the Monument to the Naval Glories, and Paseo 21 de Mayo, where you’ll ascend to a viewpoint to admire one of the country’s most important ports.

Plaza Victoria - Plaza Victoria, also known as Plaza de La Victoria, is located in the El Almendral sector of Valparaíso’s city plan. It gained significance as a social center in the second half of the 19th century.

Paseo 21 de Mayo - Ascend to the viewpoint to appreciate one of the country’s most important ports.

Cerro Alegre - Stroll along Cerro Alegre, using the various elevators to immerse yourself in the local atmosphere. This neighborhood is known for its colorful, innovative, and comfortable architecture, complemented by abundant gardens that enhance its picturesque charm.

Flower Clock (Reloj de Flores) - Continue the tour to Viña Del Mar, known as The Garden City. The first stop is The Flower Clock, a popular tourist site. According to locals, those who photograph themselves with it in the background will return to Viña del Mar.

Vina del Mar Casino - Next, visit the Casino Municipal de Viña del Mar, inaugurated in 1930 to enhance the city. Today, it is considered a place of historical and architectural interest.

Playa Renaca - Stroll through this beautiful area with tiered buildings on the hillsides and an extensive beach, a summer fun hub for locals and visitors. You’ll have time for lunch and a beach walk (lunch not included).

Quinta Vergara - On the return to Santiago along the coastal path, visit the iconic Quinta Vergara, known for its International Song Festival. Arrive in Santiago around 6 PM.

Santiago to Puerto Varas

Santiago - After breakfast at the hotel, enjoy free time until your scheduled transfer to Santiago International Airport.

Puerto Varas - A driver will pick you up at Puerto Montt airport to take you to your hotel in Puerto Varas. The rest of the day is free to explore the city.

Free Day in Puerto Varas

Puerto Varas - Enjoy breakfast at the hotel. The day is free for relaxation, shopping, or optional tours. Accommodation provided.

Andean Crossing to San Carlos de Bariloche

Puerto Varas - After breakfast at the hotel, embark on the Great Andean Crossing adventure, a route traveled for over 400 years.

Puerto Varas - From Puerto Varas, follow the route along the spectacular Llanquihue Lake to Petrohué, where, if the season permits, you can see the impressive waterfalls of the river with the same name. Continue by catamaran through Todos Los Santos Lake, surrounded by hills and small plains.

Nahuel Huapi Lake - Board a bus for a two-hour journey through the Andes Mountains to Puerto Frías. From there, sail across Lake Frías to Puerto Alegre, where you’ll take a bus to Puerto Blest. Here, you can have lunch (lunch not included) or explore the Cántaros Waterfall.

Puerto Panuelo - Later, embark on the final navigation across Nahuel Huapi Lake to Puerto Pañuelo. From there, take a bus to the final destination: the city of Bariloche. The service concludes in the center of Bariloche, where you’ll proceed to your selected hotel (transfer not included).

Sightseeing in Bariloche

San Carlos de Bariloche - After picking you up at your hotel in downtown San Carlos de Bariloche, head to Playa Bonita, 8 km from the city, where you can see Huemul Island.

Cerro Campanario - Continue 10 kilometers to Cerro Campanario, where you can admire the vastness of Nahuel Huapi and Perito Moreno lakes, the El Trébol lagoon, the San Pedro and Llao Llao peninsulas, Victoria Island, the arrayanes forest, and the Otto, Bahía López, Goye, Catedral, and Bariloche hills, as well as the main points of the national park. Take the chairlift to reach the summit of Cerro.

Puerto Panuelo - The tour continues to the impressive Llao Llao Hotel and the beautiful San Eduardo Chapel, architectural gems of the region. Puerto Pañuelo is also here, where boats depart for Victoria Island and the Arrayanes Forest.

Cable Carril Cerro Catedral - Further along, see the golf courses, the Angostura bridge over the river of the same name connecting the Moreno and Nahuel Huapi lakes, and then Bahía López, at the foot of the hill of the same name. Beyond the bay is a Panoramic Point: a natural balcony offering views of Lake Moreno and the Llao Llao peninsula. On the other side, see Cerro Catedral.

San Carlos de Bariloche - Returning to the circuit, cross the Moreno Lake bridge at its narrowest point. Border the El Trébol lagoon, and 2 kilometers ahead, take Bustillo Avenue at kilometer 18 to begin the return to Bariloche.

Free Day in Bariloche

San Carlos de Bariloche - Enjoy a free day for personal activities or optional tours.

Bariloche to Buenos Aires

Buenos Aires - At the agreed time, transfer to Bariloche airport for the flight to Buenos Aires. Upon arrival, transfer to the hotel for check-in and accommodation.

Buenos Aires City Tour and Tango Show

Obelisco - Begin the tour by picking up passengers at their hotels to start exploring this unique city, rich in passion, history, culture, and magic. Continue along 9 de Julio Avenue, one of the main avenues, where you’ll see the Colon Theatre and the Obelisk, a city landmark.

Plaza de Mayo - Visit Plaza de Mayo, the historical, political, and foundational epicenter, where you’ll make the first stop. Observe and photograph emblematic buildings like the Metropolitan Cathedral, the Government House, and the Cabildo.

San Telmo - The tour continues south through the historic San Telmo neighborhood, passing Lezama Park, and further south to La Boca neighborhood, where you’ll make the second stop. See the famous Boca Juniors football stadium, a symbol of Argentine passion.

La Boca - Visit the famous Caminito: a tourist attraction full of color, magic, and history.

Puente de la Mujer - Cross the Riachuelo to the city’s other end, observing the contrast as you head towards Puerto Madero, the city’s newest and most modern district. Pass through Retiro with its central San Martin square, connecting to the Avenue of the Liberator, entering the exclusive Buenos Aires sector, and into Palermo, the city’s green zone.

Recoleta - Circulate around the exclusive and sophisticated La Recoleta neighborhood to conclude the excursion in Buenos Aires’ central area.

Microcentro - The tour ends in the area of Avenida Cordoba & Florida Street.

La Ventana Tango Show - La Ventana’s Tango show is one of the city’s best and most traditional offerings.

08:00 - 10:00 pm: Arrive at a historic conventillo, now a theater-restaurant, for an unforgettable night at La Ventana. The menu features delicious gourmet dishes, both national and international, from which you can choose.

10:00 pm: The tango show begins, promising to surprise you. Live music is performed by luxury tango orchestras alongside a group of Argentine folk musicians, accompanied by four couples on stage who will dazzle you with their precision and sensuality.

11:45 pm: After the show, transfer back to your selected hotels.

Free Day in Buenos Aires

Buenos Aires - Enjoy a free day for relaxation, shopping, or optional tours.

Buenos Aires to Puerto Iguazu

Puerto Iguazu - At the scheduled time, meet with the assistant in the hotel lobby. Transfer to Aeroparque for the flight to Iguazú city. Upon arrival, transfer to the scheduled hotel for check-in and accommodation.

Iguazu Falls Argentinian Side

Iguazu Falls - Depart to begin the excursion to Iguazu Falls on the Argentine side, with the opportunity to visit some of the 275 crescent-shaped falls. During this excursion, enjoy the following rides:
UPPER CIRCUIT: The 800 meters of walkways are elevated from the jungle’s surface to protect the fauna by preventing disruption of their natural trails. From this circuit, you’ll have an upper view of the Iguazu Falls, enjoying their magnificence with a panoramic view.
Duration of the tour: one hour.
LOWER CIRCUIT: 1,600 meters of walkways, also elevated from the jungle’s surface, offer a view from below and around the Iguazu Falls. This circuit provides a unique experience, allowing you to feel part of the natural surroundings, watching and sensing their magnitude up close.
Duration of the tour: two hours.

Garganta del Diablo - Garganta del Diablo: Departing from Cataratas Station, the train travels to Garganta Station in about 18 minutes. Then, a walk along the 1,200-meter catwalks over the islands leads to the most spectacular sight from the most important balcony: the Devil’s Gorge, the largest fall of the Iguazu Falls. Time required: two hours.

Iguazu Falls Brazilian Side and Departure

Iguazu Falls - The Brazilian Iguazu National Park offers new facilities for you to enjoy during the tour. Upon arrival at the Visitors Center, board the panoramic buses to begin the park tour. After a while, disembark to start walking the paths. From the first balcony, enjoy a panoramic view of the Argentinean falls. After 950 meters with stunning views over the Iguazu River, reach the falls on the Brazilian side.

Parque Nacional do Iguacu - The walkway entering the river next to the Floriano fall provides a refreshing reception and a gorgeous panoramic view of the lower Iguazu River and the Devil’s Gorge Canyon. The elevator and stairs lead to the shopping and restaurant area upstairs.

Cataratas of Iguazu International Airport - In the afternoon, transfer to the Iguazú airport for your flight back home.

• 13 nights of accommodation
• Breakfast
• Dinner
• Excursions and transfers detailed in the program
• Taxes

• National and international flights
• National Park entrances
• Extras not mentioned in the itinerary
• Transfer from Cruce Andino’s office in Bariloche to your hotel
• Personal expenses
• Gratuities

Experience an amazing 14-day journey to explore the highlights of Argentina and Chile in a unique way.
The adventure begins in Santiago de Chile, a sophisticated city nestled among mountains.
From Santiago, the journey continues to the breathtaking Chilean Patagonia, followed by a scenic crossing of the Andes Mountains via several lakes. The next stop is Bariloche, Argentina, renowned globally as a premier ski destination.
The tour then moves to Buenos Aires, a vibrant city known as “the Paris of Latin America,” where its lively atmosphere will captivate you.
The final leg of the trip takes you north to witness the majestic Iguazu Falls, recognized as one of the Natural Wonders of the World.
This package includes accommodations, transfers, and excursions.

• Not valid for Carnival, Easter, long weekends, winter holidays (month of July), congresses, special dates.
• This tour includes a border crossing to Chile, check if your nationality requires VISA to enter the country.
• In Iguazu we recommend wearing a swimsuit or light clothing that dries quickly. Some people bring a raincoat, a good idea would be to wear long sleeves as protection against sunburn and mosquitoes.
• You will need a valid passport that proves your identity.

If you cancel at least 6 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.
If you cancel between 2 and 6 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund.
If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.