An “al fresco” exploration, this tour takes adventurers to a charming ranch located in Patagonia - one of the world’s most untouched gems. This exclusive hotel lies in the heart of the region’s largest estancia & is the ideal place to encounter Patagonia’s awe-inspiring natural wonders. Discover rugged plains, sparkling glaciers, volcanic extrusions, pristine lakes & green forests. Enjoy horseback riding, fishing, mountain climbing, hiking, wildlife tours, a captivating folk show, a traditional BBQ & try helping out with farm work like shearing sheep! Visit El Calafate, Parque Nacional Los Glaciares & the legendary Perito Moreno glacier. A pre-ranch stay in Buenos Aires features a city highlight tour, sensuous tango show & elegant hotel. This vigorous exploration includes private guide, driver, traditional Argentinean cuisine, all internal flights & more.

Buenos Aires is the capital and largest city of Argentina, located on the southern shore of the Río de la Plata. The city has a spectacular legacy of architecture and parks, and its citizens consider themselves European. It is famous for the tango, superb restaurants, and the best shopping on the continent. The city has numerous museums related to history, and art in its many forms; fine, modern, decorative, popular, sacred and arts and crafts, as well as theatre and popular music. It is also known for its preserved homes of noted art collectors, writers, composers and artists.

Enjoy a private airport (International) transfer in Buenos Aires with professional driver and English speaking Guide.

Upon arrival by air into Buenos Aires' International Airport (Ezeiza/EZE), American passport holders are required to pay a reciprocity tax of $131 USD, and Canadian passport holders a tax of $70 USD. Other nationalities will vary. Payment may be done by cash (Argentine Pesos or American Dollars), credit card or travelers checks. For American passport holders,  a receipt will be stapled at the back of their passport and it will be valid for the duration of the passport. For Canadian passport holders, the reciprocity tax will be valid for one entry only.
Please consult with the Argentine consulate for full details. Subject to change without notice.

Esplendor Palermo Soho Hotel is intimate, captivating and modern. These are just some of the characteristics that distinguish a boutique hotel specially thought for serenity and relaxation, which is located in one of the areas of Buenos Aires most concerned about fashion and design. The hotel features 27 rooms Concept and Suites, which exhibit works of renown Argentine artists and are equipped with the maximum comfort: Wi-Fi, LCD TV, beds with pillow top and mini-bar. The terrace on the top floor is a unique place with panoramic view, which can also be enjoyed in winter by the fireplace.

Overnight at Esplendor Palermo Soho.

Buenos Aires is where it all happens, and we want you to immerse yourself in its beauty, history, and sheer radiance. Enjoy a private guided, half-day panoramic tour, discovering the rich parks and open spaces of the Northern Neighborhood and the eye-catching buildings and grounds of Palermo and Recoleta, in the comfort of a private vehicle. After being picked up from your hotel, you'll be driven to the Obelisk; a distinct symbol of the city. After that, you will visit different squares such as Plaza de Mayo, Plaza San Martín, Plaza del Congreso and some of the main avenues such as Corrientes, de Mayo, and 9 de Julio. Enjoy views in the historical neighborhoods of La Boca, San Telmo, Montserrat and the elegant neighborhoods of Palermo, Recoleta, and the modern Puerto Madero. Breathe in the fresh air as you pass through parks such as Lezama, Tres de Febrero and the Ecological Reserve. En route you will also get to visit financial and commercial areas and Soccer Stadiums. At the end of your tour you will be dropped back at your hotel.

A visit to Buenos Aires would be incomplete without a tango show. Tonight, you will enjoy a Tango Show and dinner at La Esquina de Carlos Gardel! You will be picked up from your hotel and driven to the Tango Show, on a shared vehicle with driver.

Watch as professional Tango dancers take the room by storm, whipping feet, hair, dresses and heels along the floor and enchanting the audience with the romance and heat of this dance. The Argentine Tango has drawn its influences from all regions and settings, and is famous for its intermingling of styles and fusions of world dance techniques. Embrace this authentic dance in the place where it originated, as you enjoy dinner and drinks. Enjoy the unique sexual magnetism of the Tango performed by some of the best Tango dancers and singers. Its origins are traced back to the 1880’s, and its birthplace are the suburbs: which accounts for its deep malevolent, sexual, violent and troublemaker contents. Tango is – since its origins – a vital expression mixed up with the particular form of breathing, dressing, talking, and loving of the “porteños” that creates a new style: The Tango Style. Taste the most delightful typical Argentine and international dishes, the specialty is prime beef, with the best local wines in a charming atmosphere with excellent service. A superb orchestra will make you discover the secret of the music of Buenos Aires. At the end of the evening, you will be returned to your hotel with a shared vehicle and driver.

Overnight at Esplendor Palermo Soho.

El Calafate is a little village in Patagonia, Argentina. It is situated in the southern border of Lake Argentino, in the southwest part of the Santa Cruz Province, about 320 km Northwest from Río Gallegos. The city is an important tourist destination as the hub to visit different parts of the Los Glaciares National Park, including the Perito Moreno Glacier (one of the most visited in the world) and the Cerro Chaltén and Cerro Torre.

Fly from Buenos Aires domestic airport to El Calafate. Please note that flights are subject to changes based on availability. The flight duration is approximately 3 hours and 11 minutes.

Enjoy a private airport transfer in Buenos Aires with a professional driver and English speaking Guide.

Enjoy a private airport transfer with your very own vehicle, driver and English speaking guide.

Horseback Riding

Accompanied by a local baqueano, discover this picturesque region of Argentina. Trot along rolling landscapes bordering the Hostería or embark on full day routes through dense forests while reminiscing of the old ways of cattle ranching. Most of the trails entice you with spectacular views of the Andes and/or the Perito Moreno Glacier. In addition to the optional cavalcades, guests will have the option to participate during common ranch activities. Beginner to experienced rides available.

Long Hikes & Treks

If walking along these trails interests you more, lace up your hiking shoes/boots and set out on the heal-toe express. For those more passionate about difficult trekking and summits there are a number of hills that can be conquered, boasting beautiful views of lakes, mountains and glaciers.

Flora & Bird Watching

Be sure to pack your binoculars on this trip to spot local Patagonian Flora and the many bird species of the area including Andean Condors.

Mountain Biking

Craving a little more adventerous activity? Why not jump on one of the mountain bikes and hit the path for some easy to moderate trails.

Hosteria Alta Vista is part of Estancia Anita, the biggest sheep farm of the area located between Los Glaciares National Park and El Calafate. Built in 1920, the charming house is set within a beautiful garden bedecked by flowerbeds and fruit bushes. It boasts a spectacular location in the vast Patagonian countryside of mountains, lakes, rugged plains, and the area's biggest attraction - the Parque Nacional Los Glaciares including the unforgettable Perito Moreno glacier. The Alta Vista offers exclusive services to guests creating an intimate and cozy atmosphere. Discover the Patagonian life and sceneries: sharing farm work, horseback rides, trekking, flora and bird watching, cycling and fishing.

Overnight at Hosteria Alta Vista.

After breakfast participate in one of the included excursions at Alta Vista.

Overnight at Hosteria Alta Vista.

Your private driver and guide will pick you up at the hotel lobby to take you on a full day guided excursion to Perito Moreno Glacier, one of Argentina's prime touristic attractions. The 30 km (19 mi) long glacier, is one of 48 glaciers fed by the Southern Patagonian Ice Field located in the Andes system shared with Chile, it is the world's third largest reserve of fresh water and one of only three Patagonian glaciers that are not retreating.

You will travel about about 2 hours to reach the Glaciers National Park and from the beginning you will see this trip has pleasant surprises! Already in the outskirts of El Calafate, you can see the Argentine Lake with its Round Bay populated with an important variety of birds such as the black neck swan, flamencos, duck steams, gallaretas, the cauquén and coirones. You will enter about 26 km into the Glaciers National Park where you will observe the arboreal vegetation formed by ñires, sour cherries and lengas. As well as some flowers of diverse colors like the outstanding “notro” with its intense red colour.

A large visitor centre at the site features a walking circuit which allows views of different faces and the surface of the glacier. There is also a restaurant at the site, if you feel like stopping and having some lunch (not included). Throughout the day your guide will explain the general features of the glacier and give specific details of Glacier Perito Moreno's flora and fauna, and its particular formation.

After an amazing day in the outdoors you will return to your hotel in El Calafate

Overnight at Hosteria Alta Vista.

After breakfast participate in one of the included excursions at Alta Vista.

Overnight at Hosteria Alta Vista.

Buenos Aires is the capital and largest city of Argentina, located on the southern shore of the Río de la Plata. The city has a spectacular legacy of architecture and parks, and its citizens consider themselves European. It is famous for the tango, superb restaurants, and the best shopping on the continent. The city has numerous museums related to history, and art in its many forms; fine, modern, decorative, popular, sacred and arts and crafts, as well as theatre and popular music. It is also known for its preserved homes of noted art collectors, writers, composers and artists.

Enjoy a private transfer from El Calafate Airport to/from Alta Vista with vehicle and driver.

Fly from El Calafate to Buenos Aires domestic airport. Flights are subject to changes based on availability. The flight duration is approximately 3 hour.

Enjoy a private airport transfer in Buenos Aires with a professional driver and English speaking Guide.

Overnight at Esplendor Palermo Soho.

Enjoy time at leisure to explore at your own pace, or relax at your hotel.

Enjoy a private airport (International) transfer in Buenos Aires with professional driver and English speaking Guide.

Overnight at Depart (Int`l Airport).