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15 Day itinerary in Argentina, South America

South America Honeymoon Trip

Celebrate love with an unforgettable journey through the heart of South America. Begin in Buenos Aires, the romantic capital of tango, where passion fills every corner. Continue to Mendoza, surrounded by the majestic Andes and world-renowned vineyards—perfect for intimate wine tastings and sunset vi... Read More

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Overview

Physical Difficulty

Average
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Recommended Age

Everyone

Operated in

English, Spanish

GUIDANCE

On Some Day Trips

starting point

Buenos Aires

trip type

Private

trip attributes

Safari

Wildlife

Hiking

Transportation

Meet local people

Luxury

Purposeful Travel

Nature & Wildlife

Start

Night

End

Highlights

1

Feel the tango in Buenos Aires

2

Enjoy the best wineries in Mendoza

3

Explore the remote landscapes of Patagonia

4

Navigate the southern lakes

Itinerary

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Day 1

place Welcome to Argentina!

Welcome to Buenos Aires, the nation's vibrant capital city! Upon arrival at the airport, a private vehicle will be waiting to transfer you to your hotel in the city. Your local guide will be there to greet you, assist with your luggage, and accompany you during the ride, offering a first introduction to Buenos Aires—its neighborhoods, history, and vibrant culture. Enjoy a smooth and comfortable start to your South American honeymoon adventure.

Guide: Included for the day

Accommodation:

  • Boutique Hotels: Legado Mítico Buenos Aires
Day 2

place Discovering the City

Today, discover the highlights of Buenos Aires on a half-day private city tour. Over the course of five hours, your expert guide will take you through the city's most iconic neighborhoods—San Telmo, La Boca, Puerto Madero, and Palermo—sharing stories of its rich history and vibrant present. One of the tour's main stops includes a visit to the famous Recoleta Cemetery, where you'll explore its stunning architecture and learn about the notable figures laid to rest there, including Eva Perón.

In the evening, experience the passion of Argentine tango with a dinner show at La Ventana, one of the city's most renowned tango venues. Enjoy an elegant three-course meal paired with local wines, followed by a spectacular performance. Round-trip transfers are included for your comfort and convenience.

Guide: Included for the day

Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

Accommodation:

  • Boutique Hotels: Legado Mítico Buenos Aires
Day 3

place Day at Delta with Navigation

Step outside the city for a day of nature and culture with a 6-hour private excursion to Tigre and the Paraná Delta. Depart from your hotel with your personal guide and driver, heading north through the elegant suburbs of Buenos Aires, including San Isidro, where you’ll make a brief stop to admire its historic cathedral and leafy plazas.

Upon arrival in Tigre, board a boat for a 2-hour navigation through the intricate network of canals and lush islands that make up the delta. Learn about the unique lifestyle of the locals who live on the water and enjoy the peaceful scenery filled with native flora and fauna.

After the boat ride, explore Tigre’s riverside promenade, the Puerto de Frutos market, and learn about the area's history as a weekend retreat for porteños. Return to your hotel in the afternoon with a deeper appreciation of this fascinating region just outside the city.

Guide: Included for the day

Meals: Breakfast, Snacks

Accommodation:

  • Boutique Hotels: Legado Mítico Buenos Aires
Day 4

place Flight to the wine land

Today you take a flight from Buenos Aires to Mendoza. Upon arrival you will be transfered to the Wine Oasis of Vistalba in the surroundings of Mendoza City. Rest of the day at your leisure.

Meals: Breakfast

Accommodation:

  • Boutique Hotels: Entre Cielos Luxury Wine Hotel & Spa
Day 5

place Lujan de Cuyo wines

Luján de Cuyo, land of Malbec, invites you to experience this mythical varietal and other great wines that grow in this region, visiting and tasting at internationally renowned wineries. This High-End Tour has been designed to share and enjoy an excellent day. We propose to live this experience in small groups, composed of wine lovers who share the same interest in this fascinating drink; that way you can appreciate every detail of the visits, interacting with the wine … and as a perfect outcome to this dynamic tour a complete gourmet lunch with an outstanding view of the Andes.

Guide: Included for the day

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Accommodation:

  • Boutique Hotels: Entre Cielos Luxury Wine Hotel & Spa
Day 6

place Relax in the vineyards

Today you will have a free day in Mendoza to explore the city on your own or to visit the surroundings like Potrerillos if you want some adventure. You can also visit another important wine region like Uco Valley or go to the high Andes and visit the Aconcagua Park.

Guide: Included for the day

Meals: Breakfast

Accommodation:

  • Boutique Hotels: Entre Cielos Luxury Wine Hotel & Spa
Day 7

place Flight to Patagonia

Adios Mendoza, and onto the great wild of Patagonia. Your guide will pick you up from the hotel this morning and transfer you comfortably to the domestic airport. Note that there´re no direct flights between Mendoza and El Calafate, you will have to connect in Buenos Aires. Upon arrival at El Calafate, you will be met by a representative to take you to your hotel for the next few nights. The rest of the evening is at your leisure.

Guide: Included for the day

Meals: Breakfast

Accommodation:

  • Boutique Hotels: Xelena Hotel & Suites
Day 8

place Perito Moreno Glacier with Nautical Safari

Today, embark on a full-day private excursion to the spectacular Perito Moreno Glacier, one of Patagonia’s most iconic natural wonders. Travel from your hotel in a private vehicle accompanied by your expert guide, who will share insights into the region's unique landscapes and ecosystems along the way.

Upon arrival at Los Glaciares National Park, enjoy panoramic views from the walkways that offer various perspectives of the glacier’s towering ice walls and dramatic crevasses. Then, board a boat for the Nautical Safari, a one-hour navigation that brings you up close to the southern face of the glacier—an awe-inspiring opportunity to witness ice calving from the water.

A lunch box is included so you can enjoy a relaxed picnic surrounded by incredible scenery. All entrance fees are covered, and the tour is entirely private, ensuring a personalized and unforgettable Patagonian experience.

Guide: Included for the day

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Accommodation:

  • Boutique Hotels: Xelena Hotel & Suites
Day 9

place Ranch Day at Nibepo Aike

Spend a full day immersed in the traditional life of a Patagonian estancia at Nibepo Aike, located within Los Glaciares National Park. Surrounded by the majestic landscapes of southern Patagonia, this working ranch offers a unique glimpse into Argentina’s rural heritage.

Your day begins with a scenic transfer from El Calafate to the estancia, where you'll be welcomed with a warm drink and homemade pastries. Explore the ranch and learn about its history, livestock, and agricultural traditions.

Join the gauchos as they demonstrate the sheep-shearing process, a key part of Patagonian ranch life, and learn about the techniques passed down through generations.

Then, set off on a 3-hour horseback ride guided by local gauchos. Traverse open plains, lenga forests, and scenic trails with panoramic views of the Andes and Lake Argentino, experiencing the untamed beauty of Patagonia from the saddle.

Back at the estancia, enjoy a traditional Patagonian lunch, including grilled lamb, fresh salads, and regional desserts — a true countryside feast.

After some free time to relax or explore, you'll return to El Calafate with a deep appreciation for the spirit of Patagonia.

Includes: Transfer - Guide - Lunch - Demonstration of activities - Horseback riding.

Accessibility: No age restrictions - Minimum difficulty - Suitable for people with reduced mobility

Duration: 9 hours

Guide: Included for the day

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Accommodation:

  • Boutique Hotels: Xelena Hotel & Suites
Day 10

place Crossing to Chile

This morning, depart from El Calafate and enjoy a scenic private transfer to Puerto Natales, Chile. Travel across the sweeping Patagonian steppe, passing through vast landscapes dotted with guanacos and distant mountain peaks. Your bilingual driver-guide will assist with border crossing formalities and offer insights into the natural and cultural highlights along the route. Upon arrival in Puerto Natales—gateway to Torres del Paine National Park—you’ll be dropped off at your hotel and have the rest of the day at leisure to begin exploring this charming town by the fjord.

Meals: Breakfast

Accommodation:

  • Boutique Hotels: Noi Indigo Patagonia
Day 11

place Torres del Paine Exploration

We will depart from your lodging in Puerto Natales to Villa Cerro Castillo, capital of the Torres del Paine commune, 59 kilometers to the north. The drive to this point is approximately 45 minutes, an ideal time to talk and interpret the diversity of landscapes with abundant Magellan forest, valleys of glacial origin, mountain ranges and lakes along the road. If the weather permits, we will be able to spot condors in one of the many nesting areas along the route.

The itinerary continues to the Sarmiento Lake viewpoint, first photographic break with a view of the Paine Mountain Range, from here and with good weather conditions, it will be possible to have a first panoramic view of the entire mountain range of Torres del Paine, the southern extension of the Andes Mountain Range and the imposing Sarmiento Lake. After this pause we will head towards a very relevant site, being one of the most impressive views in front of the granite towers. The place described above corresponds to the viewpoint of Laguna Amarga, a favorite habitat of flamingos who often find in this place the ideal conditions for their feeding.

The route continues to the main access of Torres del Paine National Park where we will register our entrance tickets to continue with the itinerary. The next viewpoints to visit are Nordenskjöld Lake, Salto Grande Viewpoint, Pehoé Viewpoint, Weber Bridge, Paine River, and Grey Lake. At this last point we will have time for lunch (service not included in the rate) and to walk around if weather conditions permit.

We return to the vehicle to continue the tour leaving Torres del Paine National Park through the southern section. Our last stop in front of Torres del Paine will be at the most imposing place on the Y-290 route called Grey Viewpoint. From here it will be possible to observe the set of mountains that dominate the western part of the province, the immense Toro Lake and if the weather conditions allows a section of the Grey Glacier.

After an hour's drive, we will arrive at the climax of the day, visiting the Milodon Cave Natural Monument. This protected area is the second most visited after Torres del Paine National Park in the Magallanes region. Our guide will provide all the information associated with this site of great historical relevance due to the constant

archaeological and paleontological research that has been carried out there.

At the end of the visit, we will return to Puerto Natales, ending the day with the satisfaction of having had a unique experience in this corner of the world.

Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

Accommodation:

  • Boutique Hotels: Noi Indigo Patagonia
Day 12

place Balmaceda and Serrano Navigation

The Balmaceda and Serrano Glaciers Navigation begins by entering the Señoret Channel, heading towards Guanaco Island, where it is sometimes possible to see small and wonderful Magellanic dolphins (Toninas).

We will sail along the shores of Estancia La Península to access the rocky walls where a significant population of cormorants lives, continuing the trip to Punta de Lobos where we find some specimens of this mammal, then we visit the Waterfall and cliffs where we can see condors, at each point of interest the boat will stop so that travelers can enjoy the landscapes and attractions.

The journey continues towards Mount Balmaceda (2035 meters above sea level) where we will be able to appreciate the glacier of the same name and then we will disembark in Puerto Toro to begin the one-hour round trip walk along the shore of the Témpanos lagoon, accompanied by our bilingual guide, through a native forest of coihues, ñirres and ciruelillo, heading to the Serrano glacier, where we will enjoy the fascinating vegetation and the imposing glacier.

Our return begins by visiting a ranch where we will enjoy a typical Creole lunch of the area, after having witnessed a unique, wild and virgin landscape, ending our excursions in Puerto Natales.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Accommodation:

  • Boutique Hotels: Noi Indigo Patagonia
Day 13

place Flight to Santiago de Chile

In the morning you take a transfer to Puerto Natales Airport. Arrival in Santiago and transfer to the hotel. Santiago captivates with its assorted panoramas and its versatility. The Chilean capital fills with life all those that visit. Lose yourself in its streets to find original art galleries, innovative design stores and arts & crafts fairs, as well as restaurants, bars and coffee shops. And if you are a night owl, do not miss Barrio Bellavista’s nightlife!

Meals: Breakfast

Accommodation:

  • Boutique Hotels: Hotel Boutique Le Reve Hotel
Day 14

place Discovering Santiago

Discover one of the most fascinating cities in South America, your first sightseeing stop at the city’s “Club Hípico de Santiago” (Equestrian Club). Learn about the inspiration behind this elegant piece of architecture, which was inspired by a similar club in France, and then proceed on an architecture-themed trip through one of Santiago’s oldest and wealthiest areas. You’ll proceed from there to the city center to check out landmarks including the Government Palace (La Moneda), the Post Office Building, and the Parade Ground. You’ll also visit either San Cristobal Hill or Santa Lucía Hill, two of the highest points in the city.

Guide: Included for the day

Meals: Breakfast

Accommodation:

  • Boutique Hotels: Hotel Boutique Le Reve Hotel
Day 15

place Goodbye South America!

It's time to say goodbye to Argentina & Chile and our wonderful adventure together. We hope that you have truly enjoyed your time with us and are returning home safely, with lots and lots of good memories. According to your international flight, a driver will pick you up at the hotel for a private transfer to the airport.

Meals: Breakfast

What’s Included

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  • Legado Mítico Buenos Aires
  • Entre Cielos Luxury Wine Hotel & Spa
  • Xelena Hotel & Suites
  • Noi Indigo Patagonia
  • Hotel Boutique Le Reve Hotel

Meals expand_less

  • Breakfast (14)
  • Dinner (2)
  • Snacks (1)
  • Lunch (4)

Transport expand_less

  • Domestic flights
  • All transfers to/from airports

Activities expand_less

  • All excursions mentioned in this itinerary

Extras expand_less

  • National Park entrance fees

Not Included expand_less

  • International flights
  • Travel insurance
  • Meals not mentioned
  • Guides and drivers gratuities
  • VISAS or any document to enter Argentina

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