Come on a virtual journey across Patagonia that lets you dip your toes into the splendor of experiences that could be yours on a luxury Patagonia tour. This two-week itinerary focuses on the majestic region’s most impressive high-end destinations, stays, and activities on offer, providing an inspiring insight into the luxurious moments you could experience on such a tour. 

Beginning with ice-trekking and Malbecs in a wine cellar and ending with spa treatments after reaching Torres del Paine’s famous peak, you know it’s going to be good. We hope this itinerary sparks the excitement a luxury Patagonia tour deserves as well as ideas of how to incorporate your favorite elements into a personalised vacation that excites you even more.

Highlights of Patagonia Itinerary

4 Days in El Calafate Tierra Patagonia

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Begin your luxury Patagonia tour at the heart of it all in El Calafate. Upon arriving at the local airport from Buenos Aires, a private transfer will whisk you to your first experiential stay, glancing at the Patagonian beauty that awaits through your window.

The next three nights will be spent at the magnificent EOLO Patagonia Spirit a (needless to say) five-star estancia-style hotel. As its name suggests, EOLO embodies the spirit of Patagonia through everything from the interior design, cuisine, and intrepid adventures it offers. Whilst being a cozy and tranquil palace of respite from the Patagonian elements, floor-to-ceiling windows in the suites, restaurant, and lounge mean you are ever immersed in its watercolor landscapes. 

Four glorious days spent at Eolo in El Calafate will give you time to explore Los Glaciares’ must-see sights, embark on unique adventures, browse the local craft market, and sip Malbecs in the hotel wine cellar. Here are some of the experiences to look forward to during your stay in El Calafate. 

Ice Trekking on Perito Moreno Glacier

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Embark upon a journey trekking across the Perito Moreno Glacier and see the world like you never have before. With crampons fitted to your feet and poles in each hand, you’ll be ready to cross the glacier’s ice-packed cathedral-like terrain. As the most prominent glacier in all of South America, it’s a feat to step foot on Perito Moreno Glacier, let alone to have completed a trek across it.

All-Terrain Adventure Through Los Glaciares

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Head off the tourist trail of Los Glaciares and get exhilaratingly lost among its natural exhibition of glaciers. Begin by sailing in the South of Lago Argentino before a steep hike to Lago Frias. From there, the adventure gets wilder with a zodiac ride to a glacial valley where it climbs through forests and over mountains to a spectacularly rewarding glacier viewpoint.

3 Days in El Chalten 

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From El Calafate, soak up calming scenes of the Patagonian steppes on the 2.5 hour private transfer to El Chalten, the gateway to Patagonia’s most coveted peaks including Mount Fitz Roy. As the hiking capital of Patagonia, you’ll be welcomed by the quiet buzz of anticipation and achievement as other intrepid explorers pass through this small and unassuming town. 

Surrounded by humbling mountain peaks, there’s no better place to stay for a couple of nights than Chalten Camp’s luxury glamping pods. Hidden amongst native forests, the spacious pods’ wood burners and transparent walls give them a wow factor you’ll never forget. 

During the stay, guests can take the opportunity to embark on several of Patagonia’s most rewarding hikes including Mirador Los Condores, Laguna Capri, and Laguna de Los Tres. However, hiking isn’t the only rewarding way to immerse in the area’s immense nature. Mix things up with a spot of mountain climbing, salmon fishing, kayaking, and birdwatching.

The Laguna Torre Hike

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Lace up your hiking boots and shimmy into that all-weather jacket for the hike of a lifetime to Laguna Torre, often dubbed Patagonia’s most famous vista. The 11-mile out-and-back route is largely moderate and occasionally challenging but undoubtedly achievable for someone in good health. With a steady climb, passing several jaw-dropping viewpoints, the views of the baby-blue Laguna Torre beside sharp grey angles of Mount Fitz Roy make it worth every step.

3 Days Estancia in Puerto Natales

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After three days of outdoorsy adrenaline in El Chalten, it’s time to slow right down and allow the Chilean pampas of Torres del Paine to lull you into that sense of restfulness you longed to find. For this, there’s nowhere better than a working estancia on a secluded peninsula in the Chilean fjords only reachable by boat.

A working sheep and cattle ranch meets a luxury private lodge, Estancia El Peninsula cleverly weaves the normality of daily ranch life with the perks of a hotel-style service. The result is a homey remote retreat that immerses you in the life and culture of rural Patagonia. 

It’s the kind of place where you’re encouraged to do little else but sleep late, admire the fjord views, socialize at an asado, and maybe catch up on some reading. Bliss. Still, this working farm invites guests to join the farmers on their daily duties and explore the stupendously rugged 19,000 hectares of land.

Horseriding through the Chilean Pampas

Explore the estancia’s expansive ground on a slow and relaxed horseback ride led by a local gaucho. Having roamed the land on horseback for centuries, gaucho culture is ingrained in the land you’ll roam and horseback riding is at the heart of it. The further you wander into the wild Chilean fjordland, the more you’ll feel connected to the land and the gauchos that rule it.

4 Days in Torres del Paine

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Perhaps saving the best ‘til last, Torres del Paine aka Patagonia’s most picturesque national park, is the final stop on this luxury Patagonia tour. During your stay, expect a satisfying mix of once-in-a-lifetime adventures with well-earned wellness and show-stopping cuisine. Three things that this special part of Patagonia does exceptionally well.

After the short but dramatically mountainous drive from your estancia, check into Tierra Patagonia, a sustainably built luxury lodge designed to blend seamlessly with the surrounding landscape. From the rooms to the restaurant and pool, it affords expansive views over Lake Sarmiento where alpacas roam free.

Between gratifying moments savoring the restaurant’s hearty Patagonian cuisine and admiring the Paine Massif in an outdoor hot tub, you’ll be led by passionate professional adventurers through the national park. Discover the staggering landscapes that made the challenging 5-day ‘W Trek’ so iconic on partial hikes and other adventures along its path.

Hike to the Base of the Towers

The Mirador Las Torres hike is an absolute must for every visitor with the capabilities of a moderate full-day hike. After all, it rewards you with the national parks crowning glory, close-up views of the jagged granite towers that adorn the mountain peak. The 13-mile (10-hour) round hike involves a steady incline most of the way, with a final steep push to make the finale all-the-more rewarding.

Cross the Grey Bridges 

You’ve sailed up to glaciers, and trekked upon them, and now you get to see them in the most rewarding way of all. Prepare to hike through the ever-changing Torres terrain to the spectacular suspension bridges that hang high above the park’s vast glaciers. 

Want to Stay in Patagonia Longer?

Add Extra Days onto Each Destination

Each of the destinations and suggested accommodations in this itinerary can easily be enjoyed for longer. Add a couple of extra days onto your stay in the places that sound most appealing. The beauty of Patagonia is its ability to ensure you never feel bored whether you’re out conquering a mountain or tucked up with a good book. 

Add Ushuaia to your Itinerary

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Make this Highlights of Patagonia itinerary even more exciting with a visit to the End of the World, Ushuaia. Despite its lonely-sounding name, the farthest reaches of South America are abundant with wildlife. Spend your days exploring the bare and rugged archipelago by boat alongside your very own naturalist guide. Sea lions, albatross, penguins, and whales are just some of the majestic creatures you’ll meet.

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