Mountains, Lakes and Malbec
Great Hikes and Wines of Argentina
Trip Details at-a-Glance
| Cost From: | $6395 see pricing |
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| Length: | 12 days |
| Arrive: | Buenos Aires, Argentina |
| Depart: | Buenos Aires, Argentina |
| Lodging: | 11 nights hotels and inns describe |
| Meals: | All meals included except 1 dinner |
| Activity: | Cultural Adventures, Hiking / Trekking |
| Trip Level: |
Cultural exploration, day hikes of 3-6 hours, altitudes between 3,000-7,500 feet, 1 day bike riding through vineyards
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Highlights
- Visit Buenos Aires, with its vibrant atmosphere
- Explore, hike, and kayak in the Patagonian Lake District, with its lush forests and deep blue lakes
- Savor an insider’s look at Argentina’s prime wine country, with wine tasting at one of the area’s most prestigious winery collectives
Great variety of activities and experiences, fantastic food and accommodations. Each day was a different adventure.Brenda H.—Surrey, BC, Canada
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Snow-capped peaks along the craggy spine of the Andes, vast sapphire blue lakes, lush and ancient temperate forest, one of the finest wine-growing regions in the world—we’ve put them all together to create a unique journey that explores the best of central Argentina. On our insider’s adventure, we hike and kayak the cerulean lakes of the Patagonian Lake District from a lakeside lodge, boat across the lake for a hike and traditional asado (barbecue) on a remote island, and savor wine tasting, vineyard lunches, and biking from winery to winery in Argentina’s prime wine country. Our overnights include a historic estancia and a delightful family-run wine estate with a welcoming ambiance. Join us for this active, moveable feast in the Andes!
Itinerary at a Glance
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Days 1-4
Buenos Aires / Estancia La Bamba
After a day in Buenos Aires to experience its cosmopolitan pulse and enjoy a tango show, we travel to the elegant Estancia La Bamba, one of the oldest Argentine colonial estancias. On its park-like grounds, we hike, explore by horseback or carriage, and savor an introduction to gaucho life, cuisine, music, and wine.
Days 5-8
Bariloche / Lake Nahuel Huapi
Flying to the mountain town of Bariloche, we enjoy hikes and lake adventures at Nahuel Huapi National Park, a wild landscape where the snow-capped Andes meet the golden Patagonian steppe. We kayak the lake, with its fjords and temperate rainforest, and hike trails to spectacular viewpoints, including magnificent, glacier-clad Cerro Tronodor (11,453'). On one day we enjoy a private yacht crossing of the lake, stopping on a remote island and peninsula to hike through ancient forests and enjoy a special asado criollo, a classic Argentine barbecue. Our accommodation is a boutique lodge in a tranquil lakeside setting with views stretching out over the waters of Lake Nahuel Huapi.
Days 9-12
Mendoza Wine Country
A flight brings us to Mendoza, Argentina’s wine capital, with its rose gardens and sycamore-shaded streets. We head out of town to the Valle de Uco, where the most prestigious and state-of-the-art wineries are found. Our explorations include a hike in the mountains and biking from winery to winery in the Clos de los Siete, a magnificent collective of avant-garde wineries, where we delight in a special estate lunch—and taste wines, of course! Our overnights are at Casa Antucura, a small family-run retreat set among the vineyards. Depart on Day 12 via Buenos Aires, or join our Iguazu Falls Extension.
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Optional Extensions
If you would like to continue your adventure, we offer the following extension:
- Iguazu Falls Extension (3 days)
What the Trip is Like
This trip is Level 3, Moderate. It features sightseeing with day walks and hikes and some long drives on rough, unpaved roads. Appropriate time for rest and acclimatization is included in the itinerary, but for your own enjoyment of the trip, we recommend that you make a special effort to be in good physical condition. Throughout the trip, we enjoy hotel and lodge accommodations.
Departures
Oct 25-Nov 5, 2013
Jan 25-Feb 5, 2014
Feb 15-26, 2014
Oct 24-Nov 4, 2014
Trip Cost
Prices valid through Spring 2013
$6395 (10-12 members)
$6795 (8-9 members)
$6995 (6-7 members)
Single supplement: $2195
Forced single supplement: $1995
Internal airfare: $985 (subject to change)
Argentine Reciprocity Fee for US citizens: $160
(must be obtained in advance online)
Please call for 2013-2014 season prices
more on pricingExtension Costs
Iguazu Falls Extension
from: $985
Trip Cost Includes:
- Expert leadership of a Wilderness Travel Trip Leader and local guides
- Accommodations in hotels and inns
- All meals included except 1 dinner
- Land transportation, airport transfers, and guided explorations as noted
Trip Cost Does Not Include:
International airfare, internal airfare, transfers for independent arrival or departure, any meals not specified after each itinerary day in the Full Trip Brochure, airport departure taxes, optional tipping or gratuities to leader or local guides, hotels en route and any additional hotel nights that may be necessitated by airline schedule changes or other factors, expenses such as medical immunizations (if any), U.S. citizen “reciprocity” visitor fee for Argentina, travel insurance, or passports and visas, and other expenses of a personal nature (alcoholic beverages, laundry, etc.).Nuss Hotel
Days 1 to 2 (2 nights), Buenos Aires, Argentina
The Nuss Hotel enjoys a superb location, right in the heart of Palermo Soho, the most bohemian and atmospheric neighborhood of the city. A former ...
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Estancia La Bamba
Days 3 to 4 (2 nights), San Antonio de Areco, Argentina
The origins of this wonderful estancia, one of the oldest in Argentina, date back to 1830 when it was one of the post houses on the “Camino ...
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El Casco Art Hotel
Days 5 to 8 (4 nights), San Carlos de Bariloche, Argentina
The El Casco Art Hotel is a boutique lodge with a tranquil lakeside setting and views stretching out over the waters of Lake Nahuel Huapi, best ...
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Casa Antucura
Days 9 to 11 (3 nights), Vista Flores, Argentina
Deep in Argentina’s prime wine country, the secluded Casa Antucura is a tranquil haven, combining the comforts of a country home with the ...
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Extension Accommodations
If you would like to view the accommodations offered with our extensions option:
- Iguazu Falls Extension (3 days)
Note: Listed above are our signature accommodations for this trip. Although it is highly unlikely, we may make substitutions when necessary.
Optional Extensions
If you would like to continue your adventure, we offer the following extension:
Argentina
Iguazu Falls Extension
One of the World’s Spectacular Natural Wonders
Wildlife & Natural History
3 days
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Level 1





