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Day 1
(D) – Buenos Aires
Upon your arrival at Ezeiza International Airport
in Buenos Aires, a Patagonia Calling representative will
escort you to the Loi Suites Recoleta Hotel located in one
of the city´s most exclusive neighborhoods. From there you
are invited to enjoy an optional city tour, relax in the
hotel, or explore the city on your own. In the evening,
enjoy an exquisite welcome dinner.
Overnight: Loi Suites Recoleta Hotel
This 5-star hotel provides its guests with a luxurious and
stylish place to relax after touring the amazing city of
Buenos Aires.
Day 2
(B,L,D) – Buenos Aires/San Martin de los Andes
Your adventure starts today as you are flown into the heart
of Patagonia, to a village called San Martin de los Andes.
Once there, you will be checked into the Ten Rivers & Ten
Lakes Lodge, served a late lunch and invited to partake in
exploring either the city or the surrounding countryside,
either by foot, horseback or bicycle. A welcome dinner will
be held at the lodge and will give you time to meet the
friendly staff of the hotel and taste the first of true
Patagonian fare.
Overnight: Ten Rivers & Ten Lakes
Located just outside the village of San Martin de los Andes,
this peaceful and secluded lodge is surrounded by the
untamed beauty of Lanin National Park.
Day 3
(B,L,D) – San Martin de los Andes
After a hearty breakfast you will be led on an easy
hike through a wonderful area where there will be plenty of
opportunities to take stunning photographs and explore on
foot. After lunch, you are invited to enjoy a Shiatsu or
Reiki session followed by tea time featuring locally brewed
teas and a variety of cakes and pastries. Dinner will be
held at the Arrayan Club House and will include a Patagonian
wine tasting of wines from the region.
Overnight: Ten Rivers & Ten Lakes
Day 4
(B,L,D) – San Martin de los Andes/Villa la Angostura
After breakfast, you will be transferred to Villa
la Angostura via the Seven Lakes route which will bring you
face to face with waterfalls and wildlife. Following a brief
tour of this charming mountain town, a welcome appetizer
assortment of Patagonian delicacies of smoked meats and
cheeses and local Champagne will be a preview to your
exquisite dinner.
Overnight: El Faro
A stunning hotel that combines the natural beauty of the
area with all the comforts of a luxury resort.
Day 5
(B,L,D) – Villa la Angostura
A Patagonian breakfast will provide you with a good start to
a relaxing day. Take the morning to relax and enjoy the
hotel´s picturesque spa. After a lovely lunch, enjoy an
excursion to nearby Villa Traful, a village nestled amongst
a stunning mountain range. This dreamlike location is one of
the most beautiful and serine spots on Earth. This will be a
good opportunity to stretch your legs and start working off
some of the great food you have been able to enjoy. Tonight,
dinner will be served at Waldhaus restaurant.
Overnight: El Faro
Day 6
(B,L) – Buenos Aires
This morning, you will travel to Bariloche for
lunch at El Patacon. This restaurant is the most famous in
all of Bariloche, and is visited by many celebrities passing
through the city. After this lunch and tour of their wine
cellar, you will depart in order to catch a short flight to
Buenos Aires where you will return to the Loi Suites
Recoleta Hotel. Having spent a long day traveling, there is
nothing better than relaxing in the comfort of this stunning
hotel. The evening is free to relax and enjoy a quiet
dinner.
Overnight: Loi Suites Recoleta Hotel
Day 7
(B,L,D) – Mendoza
After an early breakfast this morning, you will
travel to Mendoza, considered to be one of the most
beautiful cities in Argentina and known for producing most
of the country´s wine. Upon arrival, you will be transferred
to Tunuyán to Posada Saletein, your home for the next two
nights. A lovely homemade lunch will be served to you at the
bodega accompanied by the estates own wines. After a hearty
meal, you are free to explore the inn, or visit the nearby
vineyard, Bodegas Salentein winery, where you see the whole
wine making process in action, and get to taste the
results. Dinner this evening will be served at the posada.
Overnight: Posada Salentein
With the imposing background of the mountains surrounding by
the famous vineyards of the Uco Valley, the Posada Salentein
is a magical place where one can enjoy hospitality and
service.
Day 8
(B,L,D) – Mendoza
Today you will spend a full day in Mendoza. After a fresh
breakfast, explore the city on an optional tour or explore
on your own. Lunch will be served at the hotel. People come
to the area for trekking, fishing, horse-back riding and
rafting. For those who wish to try a variety of the wines
in the area be sure to sign up for a day-tour of the
vineyards of Mendoza. This evening, enjoy a relaxing dinner
at Posada Salentein.
Overnight: Posada Salentein
Day 9
(B) – Mendoza
You will return to Mendoza today to enjoy a free
day in the city that is known for its wines. Take time to
visit one of the lovely vineyards or walk through the city´s
squares, parks in the shape of squares, which are found
throughout the city. This evening enjoy a fine dinner in
Mendoza.
Overnight: Park Hyatt Mendoza
With its beautifully restored 19th-century Spanish colonial
facade, is conveniently situated in the heart of Mendoza.
Day 10
(B) – Buenos Aires
Today you will arrive back in Buenos Aires after a
quick flight from Mendoza. The rest of the afternoon and
evening are yours to enjoy in the capital city. Enjoy dinner
at the hotel or at one of the unique restaurants in Buenos
Aires.
Overnight: Loi Suites Recoleta Hotel
Day 11
(B) – Buenos Aires
This being your last day in Argentina, you should
spend the morning doing whatever your heart and (taste buds)
desire. Feast on your favorite Argentine foods before
heading back to the United States, for soon it will be time
to be escorted back to the airport to board your
international flight. Your cuisine and wine tour may be
over, but the memories will never fade.
Package includes:
• Ten breakfasts, six lunches, and seven dinners
• Hotel stays
• Domestic flights
• Ground transfers
• City Tour in Buenos Aires
• Trekking excursion
• Shiatsu or Reiki session at Ten Rivers & Ten Lakes
• Villa Traful Excursion
*Additional
fees apply to optional activities.
**Costs are subject to change depending on the date of
booking. |
