Included in this offer :

• The 10 ou 13 days and 9 ou 12 nights tour in the specified accommodation or similar.
• Breakfast option
• Meals mentioned in the program
• Flights departing from the city of your choice (with the offer Transport included)
• Programmed transfers
• Internal flights mentioned in the program
• Entrance fees to sites mentioned
• Activities and tours with local English-speaking guides (except where mentioned)
• French-speaking assistance on site 24/7
• Hotel taxes and services

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TAKE OFF FOR ARGENTINA: PATAGONIA & AN OPTIONAL EXCURSION TO IGUAZU FALLS

This exciting tour takes you to the magical vastness of Argentine Patagonia and the natural splendour of the Iguazú Falls. Explore breathtaking scenery, from majestic glaciers to stunning waterfalls and endless wilderness. Let yourself be swept away by the grandeur of nature and the unique diversity of the region's flora and fauna.

Your day-by-day itinerary:

Day 1: Arrival in Buenos Aires

Day 2: Guided tour of Buenos Aires and culinary tour

Day 3: Flight to Ushuaia and boat trip to the end of the world

Day 4: Tierra del Fuego National Park

Day 5: Flavours from the end of the world

Day 6: Flight to the glaciers

Day 7: Perito Moreno glacier and visit of a traditional estancia

Day 8: Exploration of the plains and glaciers of Patagonia, Estancia Cristina

Day 9: Return to Buenos Aires

Day 10: End of trip

When booking, you can select a 12-night stay to explore Iguazu.

Day 9: Flight to the Iguazu Falls

Day 10: Argentinian side of the Iguazu Falls

Day 11: Brazilian side of the Iguazu Falls

Day 12: Return to the capital

Day 13: End of trip

Please Note:
- Please note that the order of the tours may change due to local constraints (travel time, weather conditions, etc.), but all the tours listed in the programme will take place.

Your detailed itinerary

DAY 1 - ARRIVAL IN BUENOS AIRES

Welcome to Argentina! On arrival, you will be transferred by private car to your hotel. Take advantage of your first evening at leisure to explore the city. We recommend dining in one of Buenos Aires' "parrillas", renowned for their famous grilled meat.

Hotel: 3-star Infinito Hotel (or similar)

DAY 2 - GUIDED TOUR OF BUENOS AIRES AND CULINARY TOUR

Your English-speaking guide will meet you at the hotel to show you around the city. You will begin by exploring the bohemian neighbourhood of San Telmo, listening to anecdotes and legends, before moving on to the historic centre, where you can admire different architectural styles and impressive domes (for example, the Plaza de Mayo and the Cabildo). You will then visit the colourful district of La Boca, famous for its unique street, Caminito, which is a genuine open-air museum. This guided tour lasts approximately 4 hours. A car will be available. At the end of the day, embark on a culinary journey through the bustling streets of Buenos Aires and explore one of the city's liveliest neighbourhoods while sampling local specialities. During this tour, you will have the opportunity to savour a variety of typical dishes that perfectly illustrate the flavours of Argentina.

Hotel: 3-star Infinito Hotel (or similar)

DAY 3 - FLIGHT TO USHUAIA AND BOAT TRIP TO THE END OF THE WORLD

In the morning, you will be transferred to Buenos Aires city airport to board your flight to Ushuaia, known as the end of the world. On arrival in Ushuaia, the southernmost city in the world, you will be transferred to your hotel. Nestling in a bay between the Beagle Channel and the mountains, Ushuaia, capital of Tierra del Fuego, is known as the city at the end of the world. Its unique atmosphere is particularly evident in the harbour, where shipping companies post timetables for their forthcoming departures to Antarctica. In the afternoon, head to the pier for a sail along the Beagle Channel to watch the sea lions and cormorants. Head for Island H, where you will disembark for a short walk of around an hour to discover the Yámana archaeological sites and the island's flora and fauna, with the assistance of your local guide. You'll have a breathtaking view of the Les Éclaireurs lighthouse, located between Argentina and Chile, where the Andes meet the sea. You can also admire the mountains overlooking Ushuaia and the Chilean coast on the other side. Return to Ushuaia in the late afternoon. Duration: 4 hours. English/Spanish-speaking guides.

Hotel: 3-star Hosteria Mi Vida (or similar)

DAY 4 - TERRA DEL FUEGO NATIONAL PARK

Today, set off to discover the majestic Tierra del Fuego National Park! Marvel at its astonishing landscapes, forests, lakes and the magic of "the end of the world". Created in 1960, this 63,000-hectare park protects the southernmost Andino-Patagonian forest, nestled in steep mountains along a rugged coastline. This group tour is accompanied by an English/Spanish-speaking guide. Duration: 5 hours. Entry fee to the National Park included. In the early evening, we recommend dinner at Kaupe, one of Ushuaia's best restaurants.

Hotel: 3-star Hosteria Mi Vida (or similar)

DAY 5 - FLAVOURS FROM THE END OF THE WORLD

Today, you're in for an experience that will delight both your eyes and your taste buds. You will leave Ushuaia heading north towards the Beagle Channel. On the way, you will stop off at Laguna Victoria. In Brown Bay, you'll make a diversion to admire the famous "flag trees", then you'll get a lift back to Puerto Almanza, the main traditional fishing port, where they mainly catch crab. A few kilometres past Puerto Almanza, you'll get to the home of one of the region's most famous fisherwomen. You will have to walk one kilometre along a dirt track to reach your host's house for the day. She will welcome you into her home to taste typical Beagle Channel dishes for an unforgettable dining experience. The group will be small with an English/Spanish speaking guide. Lunch is included.

Hotel: 3-star Hosteria Mi Vida (or similar)

DAY 6 - FLIGHT TO THE GLACIERS

Take off for El Calafate and the glaciers! On landing, you'll have a chance to catch a glimpse of Lake Argentino, which is right next to the airport. You can then return to the village by the gorgeous turquoise waters of the lake. Located on the southern shore of Lago Argentino, El Calafate is famous for being on the edge of Los Glaciares National Park, home to sites such as the Perito Moreno Glacier, the Upsala Glacier and Mount Fitz Roy. At the end of the day, you'll be welcomed into a local guesthouse, where you'll feel right at home in the heart of southern Patagonia. Enjoy the welcoming atmosphere and typical regional dishes, including many fine wines.

Hotel: 3-star Tierra Tehuleche, El Calafate (or similar)

DAY 7 - PERITO MORENO GLACIER AND TRADITIONAL ESTANCIA

Get ready for an unforgettable day! You'll start by crossing the Patagonian steppe before arriving to a typical estancia. There, you will discover the traditional activities of the Argentine gauchos and have the opportunity to enjoy an authentic "asado" (barbecue) prepared right in front of you. After lunch in the heart of the Patagonian plains, you will take a boat along the South and Rico arms of Lake Argentino to Las Monedas beach, where you will take a walk through the forest. The boat will take you back to the famous Perito Moreno glacier, in the heart of the Glacier National Park, where you will spend the late afternoon admiring this natural wonder as it rises majestically before you... This is a small group tour with an English/Spanish-speaking guide and entrance fees are included. In the evening, we recommend dinner at La Cocina, a restaurant that has been open since 1993.

Hotel: 3-star Tierra Tehuleche, El Calafate (or similar)

DAY 8 - EXPLORING THE PLAINS AND GLACIERS OF PATAGONIA ESTANCIA CRISTINA

You will leave the port of Punta Banderas at 8.30 a.m. to begin your cruise on the northern arm of Lake Argentino. Aboard a modern and comfortable boat, you will cross the Upsala Channel, sailing through the icebergs, surrounded by magnificent scenery commanding a view of the Upsala Glacier's western front. You will then board a 4x4 for a ten-kilometre drive through the mountain roads. These lands, which have recently been freed from the ice, are of remarkable geological interest. Once at the summit, you'll enjoy an exceptional view of the eastern face of the Upsala glacier and Lake Guillermo, before descending by 4x4 to the estancia. In the afternoon, you will visit an old sheep shed where you will discover the fascinating story of the Masters family, true pioneers of Southern Patagonia. At 5 p.m., you'll board again to get to the port of Puerto Bandera at around 7 p.m., where your bus will be waiting to take you back to El Calafate. This tour lasts around 11 hours and promises a full day of adventure and discovery in the majestic glacier region. (non-private tour)

Hotel: 3-star Tierra Tehuleche, El Calafate (or similar)

DAY 9 - RETURN TO BUENOS AIRES

Transfer to El Calafate airport. Flight to Buenos Aires and private transfer to your hotel. One of the oldest neighbourhoods in Buenos Aires, San Telmo exudes a unique charm and character, with a rich history, cobbled streets and low colonial houses that retain a period atmosphere. Take a stroll and explore the many antique shops, visit the old market with stalls selling fresh produce and second-hand clothes, and watch the tango dancers perform in Dorrego Square.

Hotel: 3-star Infinito Hotel (or similar)

DAY 10 - END OF TRIP

Your stay is coming to an end. Transfer to Buenos Aires international airport.

DAY 9 - FLIGHT TO THE IGUAZU FALLS

If you select the 12-night option, on the morning of day 9 you will be taken to El Calafate airport to catch two flights to Puerto Iguazú (with a stopover in Buenos Aires). When you arrive in this peaceful town, you'll have the rest of the day to visit the Three Borders Mark, where Argentina, Brazil and Paraguay meet. This site is located 1 km west of Puerto Iguazú, and regularly hosts a craft market.

Hotel: 3-star Posada 21 Oranges, Puerto Iguazu (or similar)

DAY 10 - THE ARGENTINIAN SIDE OF THE IGUAZU FALLS

If you select the 12-night option, you start your day 10 early in the morning in a small group heading for the famous Argentinian side of the Iguazú Falls. Once there, you'll be free to stroll along the footbridges to discover the impressive views. An English/Spanish-speaking guide will accompany you.

Hotel: 3-star Posada 21 Oranges, Puerto Iguazu (or similar)

DAY 11 - THE BRAZILIAN SIDE OF THE IGUAZU FALLS

If you select the 12-night option, you will be taken on day 11 (in a small group of no more than 18 people) to Iguazú National Park to discover the famous waterfalls from the Brazilian side (don't forget your passport!). You'll be fascinated by the spectacular panorama of the many waterfalls, with the freedom to enjoy the various viewpoints from the footbridges. This excursion lasts around 4 hours and includes a walk of around 1.5 km. The admission fee to the Iguazú Falls is included, and the activity is semi-private with an English/Spanish-speaking guide. At the end of the day, we recommend dinner at the Aqva restaurant, which offers some of the best regional cuisine in Misiones.

Hotel: 3-star Posada 21 Oranges, Puerto Iguazu (or similar)

DAY 12 - RETURN TO THE CAPITAL

If you select the 12-night option, you will be transferred to Puerto Iguazu airport on day 12. You will take a flight to Buenos Aires and be transferred by private transport to your hotel. San Telmo, one of the oldest neighbourhoods in Buenos Aires, exudes a unique charm and character. With its rich history, the cobbled streets and low colonial houses retain a period atmosphere. Take a stroll and explore the many antique shops, visit the old market with stalls selling fresh produce and second-hand clothes, and watch the tango dancers perform in Dorrego Square .

Hotel: 3-star Infinito Hotel (or similar)

DAY 13 - END OF TRIP

Your stay is coming to an end. The last day is free so you can wander at your own pace and discover the vibrant city of Buenos Aires, with its tree-lined cobbled streets ideal for strolling around and shopping for souvenirs. Transfer to Buenos Aires international airport.

Your Accommodation

During your stay, you will be accommodated as follows:

Buenos Aires: 3 nights at the 3-star Infinito Hotel (or similar)

Ushuaia: 3 nights at the 3-star Hosteria Mi Vida hotel (or similar)

El Calafate: 3 nights at the 3-star Tierra Tehuleche hotel, El Calafate (or similar)

Iguazu: 3 nights at the 3-star Posada 21 Oranges, Puerto Iguazu hotel (or similar) if you select the 12-night option

Your board

During your stay you'll enjoy the breakfast-included package. In addition, you will enjoy samplings of local specialities on day 2, a typical lunch at a fisherwoman's house on day 5, a dinner at a local guesthouse on day 6, an authentic asado lunch on day 7 and a lunch during the tour on day 8.

Useful things to know

• Please note that the order of tours may change due to local constraints (travel time, weather conditions, etc.), however, all the tours mentioned in the programme will take place.

Good to know

If you are travelling alone, you will be asked to pay a surcharge for a single room. This additional charge will be automatically included in your quote.

Child rates will be applied for children from 2 to 12 years old in the case where the child shares the room with two adults. If the child is travelling with just one adult, the surcharge may be applied on an adult basis. If your child or children do not fit into the age group mentioned above, the rate will be communicated to you at the time of processing your order. If the room is equipped with a bunk bed, the bed height is not suitable for children under 6 years of age.

For safety reasons, the wellbeing facilities of most establishments are not accessible to children under 16 years old. Similarly, it is possible that some amenities or services require an additional charge or are unavailable for exceptional reasons.

Unless otherwise stated in the service description, activities and any additional services available at destination, are provided in the language of the destination country and in English.

The opening times and hours of the activities, restaurants and bars are provided as an indication only and may be subject to change. Contact the reception desk in order to be informed of any changes. Please note that alcohol abuse is harmful to your health, and is to be consumed with moderation.

You must be of legal age and able to produce an identification document in order to enter the casinos. Appropriate dress is required. We remind you that gambling may involve risks of isolation, indebtedness, and dependency...

Any additional special requirements the traveller may request which are not included in the travel service description will be communicated to our service provider. Sending this information does not imply acceptance and PerfectStay.com cannot be held responsible for the fulfilment of these special requests. Only the service provider of PerfectStay.com can access this request on location and any additional costs may be paid locally by the traveller.

Unless expressly stated in the description of the services and accommodation, the hotel is not suitable for people with reduced mobility.

Transportation

Choose an offer and, according to your preferences, opt for a seat in economy, business or first class.

See the 'View flight info' section for details on each trip.

In order to best organise your time in the airport, we advise that you arrive 2 hours before boarding for a medium-haul flight, or 3 hours before boarding for a long-haul flight (more than 5 hours). Take advantage of your early arrival to pass through security and check your luggage.

You will be informed whether or not luggage is included at the time of your booking.

You will have the opportunity to add additional luggage for a fee.

There are several different cities that are typically offered as departure points. Your arrival destination will show in your travel documents.

Depending on the flight schedule, some arrivals or returns may be made at night with early arrival or late departure. You will not always be able to have your room available immediately and will need to refer to the check-in and check-out conditions of the hotel.

In the event that your transfer is not included in your hotel reservation, it may be offered at the time of your reservation as an additional option. Unless specifically mentioned, transfers may be made in groups of 15 to 55 people.

Important: the modification or the cancellation of a booking is only possible within the limits and including the fees outlined in our general conditions of sale.

Thank you for kindly taking note of the CO2 emissions produced by your means of transport: http://eco-calculateur.aviation-civile.gouv.fr

Formalities

The following details apply to any British citizen who, during a trip sold by PerfectStay goes to a foreign country. The following is a resource directing you to information related to your travel formalities (identification documents, vaccines, VISA, safety, travel advice, etc.), and may be subject to change. Please note that Brexit negotiations are likely to include travel document modifications, therefore please regularly check most updated information. Please see official resource for British citizens wishing to travel:
https://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice

The official UK Foreign Travel site has updates on safety and security, including incidents such as pickpocketing and robbery, along with larger incidents such as measuring the risk of terrorism.
Detailed country by country here:
https://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice

If you are travelling with minors, please be sure to verify whether or not you will require a consent: https://www.gov.uk/permission-take-child-abroad

Please note that these details serve as a guiding resource in order to ensure that you have access to important information in order to pursue the necessary travel formalities required before travelling abroad with PerfectStay. Please note that PerfectStay will not engage in obtaining travel documents for you, such as visas, and you are solely responsible for knowing the potential health risks you may face in the course of your travels for which you may require vaccinations or medications. PerfectStay is not responsible for ensuring your travel formalities are properly undertaken and will only act as an intermediary directing you to resources which have been known to provide reliable information concerning travel formalities specific to British citizens.

VACCINE

For information concerning travel health requirements (vaccinations, health risks, etc.) please see the following resources:
https://travelhealthpro.org.uk/countries
https://www.fitfortravel.nhs.uk/destinations.aspx
https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/travel-vaccinations/

VISA

For the latest information on which travel documents (visas, passports, etc.) British citizens will require by destination, please see the following resources:
https://visacentral.co.uk/visa-quick-check
https://www.passportindex.org/comparebyPassport.php?p1=uk&fl=&s=yes
https://www.travisa.com/Visa_Search

IDENTITY

Please be sure to verify that your necessary Identification documents (passport and/or ID card dependent upon the country to which you will be travelling) have valid expiration dates, i.e. verify your ID documents have not yet expired. Also, be sure to remember to bring these necessary documents with you. It is also recommended to make copies of all travel documents in the event of an emergency.

Travel documents

Once your reservation has been made, you will receive a confirmation e-mail before your travel documents are sent.

Regarding the transport documents (in the case of a reservation with transport included), we will provide you with all the information relating to check-in and luggage in the "Your travel documents" email, allowing you to leave with peace of mind.

To take advantage of all your reserved services (hotels, transfers, activities, etc.), you will receive one or more exchange vouchers to be presented to each supplier.

The contact details of the establishment will be specified in these documents, to help make your arrival at your destination as straight-forward as possible.

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