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Against the magnificent backdrop of the Andes Mountains, journey from Santiago to Buenos Aires, taking in all the history, culture and cuisine in between. This 9-day Premium adventure will show you the heart of Chile and Argentina as you stroll the inspiring streets of Santiago with a local guide and sip piscos on a rooftop in the historic centre of Valparaiso. The world’s best wine is waiting for you in Mendoza, the stylish neighbourhoods of Buenos Aires are yours to explore and the El Tigre Delta is a wonder to discover. Gloriously beautiful and abundantly fun, this is an adventure to remember.

Departure dates

From 16/04/2024 to 30/12/2025

What's included

Discover the culinary treasures of Santiago during an Exclusive Experience where your passionate local leader will take you to a local eatery to sample fantastic Chilean cheese, ham and wine.
Start your adventure in style at your fabulous Feature Stay hotel in Santiago.
Converted from a historical house built in 1909, the hotel combines creative architecture with traditional charm.
Get a taste of Chile’s most creative city, Valparaiso, during mouth-watering Exclusive Experiences, including pisco sours on the rooftop of your hotel in the city’s historic heart.
Sample some of the world’s best wine at its source with the expert guidance of an oenologist during an Exclusive Experience – a full day tour of three renowned wineries in Argentina’s malbec-producing wine region, Mendoza.
Uncover a lesser-known side of Buenos Aires during a memorable Exclusive Experience – an insider’s day tour of the El Tigre Delta.
Explore by bike, train, boat and on foot and experience natural beauty away from the hustle and bustle of the city.
By travelling on this trip, you’ll directly support our Intrepid Foundation partner, Torres del Paine Legacy Fund.
Donations help them preserve, support and celebrate the Torres del Paine National Park and its surrounding communities.
Breakfasts Included: 8.
Lunches Included: 3.
Dinners Included: 1.
Comfortable hotel (6 nights),Feature Stay (2 nights).
Private vehicle,Plane,Bicycle,Boat.
Age: min 15.
Group Size: 1 - 12.
Complimentary Arrival Transfer.
Santiago - Welcome Dinner.
Santiago - City tour.
Santiago - Gourmet bodega lunch.
Casablanca Valley - Winery tour and tasting.
Valparaiso - Rooftop pisco sours.
Valparaiso - Walking tour.
Valparaiso - Museum of Fine Arts (entrance fee).
Mendoza - Leader-led orientation walk.
Mendoza - Tour of three wineries.
Mendoza - Gourmet winery lunch.
Buenos Aires - Leader-led orientation walk.
Buenos Aires - Tigre Delta day trip.
Buenos Aires - Home-cooked lunch.
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Itinerary / more information

  • 1 - Santiago Welcome to Santiago, Chile. Set within a circle of snow-capped mountains, Santiago is vibrant, artistic and gourmet. On arrival, take an included transfer to the hotel where your adventure will begin with a welcome meeting at 6pm. Your Feature Stay accommodation for the next two evenings is the fabulous Altiplanico Bellas Artes. Converted from a historical house built in 1909, the hotel focuses on stylish architecture and creative interior design while retaining the welcoming spirit of the home it once was. The hotel's enviable location serves as a perfect base for your first explorations of Santiago. If you arrive early, perhaps head out and explore the delightful Parque Forestal that's just steps from your front door. After your meeting, it's time to get acquainted with Santiago's fantastic food scene during a welcome dinner with your leader and group. From baked casserole to razor clams cooked in parmesan cheese, Chilean food is hearty, fresh and most of all, delicious.
  • 2 - Santiago Get to know the city on a tour with a local guide who's an expert on all things Santiago. Your guide will peel back the many layers of the city's history, beginning at the main square of Plaza de Armas where you'll hear the tales of the foundation of Santiago and its turbulent past. Continue to La Moneda Palace, the home of Chile's presidential office, where your guide will fill you in on the country's complicated political history. From here take the short drive to Parque Bicentenario, created in 2011 to commemorate 200 years of independence. Walk through the gorgeous grounds and discuss the cultural identity of Chileans today. Today's lunch will be a celebration of Santiago's finest produce. Stop by a local eatery and sample some excellent cheese, ham and wine - a taste of which will take you straight to the heart of Chilean culture. The rest of the day is free for your own explorations.
  • 3 - Valparaiso Enjoy a free morning in Santiago. Perhaps make a visit to the Mercado Central, Santiago's celebrated fish market. Begin the journey to Valparaiso, stopping off for a wine tasting on the way in the Casablanca Valley. Sitting on a coastal plain between the capital and Valparaiso, Casablanca Valley is Chile's fastest growing wine region, with rich soil and a perfect climate for chardonnay and sauvignon blanc. Visit a vineyard that is focused on sustainable and organic viticulture, as well as producing outstanding wines. Continue to the colourful Valparaiso, notable for its brightly hued houses spread across a series of hills overlooking the ocean. Your hotel for the next two nights has been delighting guests since 1885 and sits in the historic heart of the city. Enjoy an introduction to pisco atop its marvellous rooftop and take in unbeatable views of Valparaiso. Afterwards, perhaps head out and find yourself a place to sip some ancho reyes alongside locals for the evening.
  • 4 - Valparaiso Listed as a World Heritage centre in 2003, Valparaiso used to be South America's busiest port before the opening of the Panama Canal. It has since transformed itself into Chile's most creative city which you'll learn more about on the walking tour today with a local guide. The ramshackle streets have long been home to artists, writers and musicians so there is no shortage on visual inspiration to prompt some questions about its background. The hills of Cerro Concepcion and Cerro Alegre are dotted with kaleidoscopically coloured houses, with cobbled streets weaving sharply uphill and concealing all manner of galleries, restaurants and shops. Later on, visit the Museum of Fine Arts, housed in a beautiful art nouveau chalet. Dinner this evening will be on your own. Perhaps visit an iconic local restaurant credited with the invention of chorrillana. This legendary Chilean dish is made up of french fries topped with beef, eggs and fried onions, and there's no better spot to try it than at its birthplace.
  • 5 - Mendoza Depart Valparaiso and head back to Santiago to catch a flight to Mendoza. As your plane crosses the Andes, you might catch a glimpse of Mount Aconcagua, the highest mountain in the Americas at 6962 metres above sea level. In Mendoza, get to know the lively city with a gentle stroll around its wide, lively streets with your local leader. Technically a desert city, the extensive irrigation system here means Mendoza is remarkably green. Check out the city's lush tree-lined spaces - from the sprawling Parque San Martin to petite Plaza Espana - and get a taste of local life along the bustling pedestrianised street, Peatonal Sarmiento. Head South towards wine country, and your countryside boutique hotel.
  • 6 - Mendoza Mendoza is Argentina's most prolific and significant grape-growing region, producing nearly three-quarters of the country's wine. The climate produces an excellent variety of grapes, with the region's signature being Malbec. Today you will get to experience this internationally renowned wine at its source during tours and tastings at three world-class and innovative wineries, each with its own distinct style and flavour. Meet with a local wine expert and gain inside knowledge on the varieties of grapes and different production methods used at each winery, and sample award winning bottles just as spectacular as the surrounding Andes mountain landscape. After the tastings, settle in for a special closed-door gourmet lunch at one of the wineries. Enjoy several courses paired with wines carefully selected to bring out the flavours in the wonderful food. In the evening, perhaps test your palate by attempting to pair the perfect wine with an authentic Argentine asado (barbecue-style food).
  • 7 - Buenos Aires This morning fly from Mendoza to Buenos Aires, then transfer to your impressive boutique accommodation. Built in 1913, the historic hotel is located in the centre of the city with spectacular Art Nouveau charm. In the afternoon, soak up the Argentinean capital's irrepressible mix of European and Latin culture on an orientation walk with your leader. Visit Florida Street, National Congress and the presidential palace of the Casa Rosada (Pink House) in the Plaza de Mayo. If there is time, your group may get to visit the Obelisk as well. The evening is free to explore. Be seduced by the world's most passionate dance at a tango bar, attend a raucous football match, or gorge yourself on the city's sophisticated culture and food.
  • 8 - Buenos Aires Today you will head north of Buenos Aires to explore the city of Tigre and its surrounding delta region. First, do as the locals do and catch the subway to San Martin square, then set off on a bicycle tour around Puerto Maldero and the Buenos Aires Ecological Reserve - where inhabitants of the city come for a peaceful escape and fresh air. Hop on a train to Tigre and get to know the city during a walking tour. Visit the local fruit market, follow the river along the stunning Paseo Victorica street and stop by the Tigre Art Museum to admire the European inspired building. Next, take a private boat through the third-largest river delta in the world, watching local life play out on the water as you go, then stop off on an island to enjoy a delightful homemade lunch. Take some time to swim, kayak or just sit back and soak in the beautiful island surroundings. Transfer back to Buenos Aires and spend an evening at leisure.
  • 9 - Buenos Aires Your trip comes to an end after breakfast this morning. If you're planning to stay on in Buenos Aires we can assist you in booking extra accommodation ahead of time (subject to availability).
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