Andean Footsteps
25 Days / 24 Nights
Retracing the steps of the liberator San Martin, this tour encompasses many of the famous border crossings through the magnificent Andes Mountain ranges, that unite Chile and Argentina.
Departs Tuesday
(Guaranteed Departures)
Day 1: AUSTRALIA - BUENOS AIRES On arrival you will be met and taken to your hotel.
Day 2: BUENOS AIRES (B) Half day orientation of the stylish capital, Buenos Aires.
Day 3: BUENOS AIRES (B D) Day at leisure to explore this exciting city or go shopping. Dinner at a local tango house.
Day 4: BUENOS AIRES - IGUAZU FALLS (B) Transfer to airport, flight to Iguazu Falls.
Day 5: IGUAZU FALLS (B) Day tour to the Argentine side of the falls and train ride to the enchanting Devil’s throat. Gran aventura boat ride in the afternoon.
Day 6: IGUAZU FALLS - SALTA (B) Transfer to airport for flight to Salta. Arrival transfer to hotel.
Day 7: SALTA (B) Visit to Cachi, the colourful town in the Calchaquí Valley, surrounded by hills and mountains in the Andes mountain range.
Day 8: SALTA (B) Full day tour to Humahuaca Gorge, via Pumamarca and the Seven Colours Mountain.
Day 9: SALTA (B) Morning city tour of Salta.
Day 10: SALTA - MENDOZA (B) Transfer to airport for flight to Mendoza. Arrival transfer to hotel.
Day 11: MENDOZA (B) Half day city tour of Mendoza, including Government House and Modern Art Museum.
Day 12: MENDOZA (B) Visit to local winery and sample some of the best wines produced in this region.
Day 13: MENDOZA - SANTIAGO (B) Spectacular bus ride across the Andes Mountains crossing from Mendoza to Santiago. On arrival transfer to your hotel.
Day 14: SANTIAGO (B) Half day panoramic city tour of Santiago.
Day 15: SANTIAGO - PUERTO MONTT (B) Transfer to airport for your flight to Puerto Montt. On arrival transfer to Puerto Varas, on the shores of Lake Llanquihue.
Day 16: PUERTO VARAS (B) Half day sightseeing tour of Puerto Varas and Puerto Montt.
Day 17: PUERTO VARAS - PUELLA (B D) Spectacular bus ride to Peulla (Lakes Crossing).
Day 18: PEULLA - BARILOCHE (B) Continue lakes crossing by boat/bus navigating Nahuel Huapi before arriving in Bariloche.
Day 19: BARILOCHE (B) Full Day Grand Circuit, visiting Bariloche and nearby Lakes.
Day 20: BARILOCHE - EL CALAFATE (B) Transfer to airport for your flight to El Calafate. Arrival transfer to hotel.
Day 21: EL CALAFATE (B) Full day tour to the majestic Perito Moreno Glacier, a thousand year old ice formation that feeds the Lago Argentino.
Day 22: EL CALAFATE - PUERTO NATALES (B) Bus transfer from El Calafate to Puerto Natales, at the doorstep of Torres del Paine National Park.
Day 23: PUERTO NATALES - TORRES DEL PAINE (B L) Full day tour to Torres del Paine National park and Milodon Cave.
Day 24: TORRES DEL PAINE (B) Half day navigation to the walls of Glacier Grey.
Day 25: TORRES DEL PAINE - AUSTRALIA (B) Transfer to Punta Arenas for your flight to Australia via Santiago.
| ANDEAN FOOTSTEPS | Prices From |
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| Available Packages | Single | Twin |
| CIR06 - 25 DAYS |
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| Low Season (02 Feb-30 Nov) | ||
| Tourist Hotels |
15799 |
9963 |
| First Class Hotels |
16009 |
11028 |
| High Season (01-12 Dec / 25-31 Dec / 16 Jan-01 Feb) | ||
| Tourist Hotels | 17162 | 11326 |
| First Class Hotels | 17372 | 12391 |
| Peak Season (13-24 Dec / 1-15 Jan) | ||
| Tourist Hotels | 17662 | 11826 |
| First Class Hotels | 17872 | 12891 |
| Land Only (Excludes Flights) | ||
| Tourist Hotels |
12084 |
6248 |
| First Class Hotels | 12294 | 7313 |
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* Surcharges apply for Easter New Years and Rio Carnival * Contact us for additional tours or triple share prices Prices dependent on flight availability |
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-Tour includes:
- International economy airfares ex MEL/BNE/SYD
- 6 internal airfares within South America
- Accommodation in selected hotels with private facilities
- Meals as indicated (24 breakfasts, 1 lunche, 2 dinners)
- Transport by air conditioned vehicles
- Comprehensive sightseeing and excursions
- Meeting service and transfers
- English speaking local guides