Route 40 to the South

Arrive in Bariloche and meet our team at the airport for your private transfer to the hotel. Settle in and rest up for the adventure ahead

Overnight in Bariloche

After breakfast at the hotel, enjoy the Short Circuit Excursion in Bariloche. The journey begins along Bustillo Avenue, a scenic paved road that winds beside Lake Nahuel Huapi. At Km 8, you will pass Playa Bonita, where Huemul Island can be seen. Continuing through diverse landscapes, you reach the base of Campanario Hill, where a chairlift takes you up to 1,050 meters. From the summit, enjoy one of the most spectacular panoramic views of the region, including Lake Nahuel Huapi, Lake Perito Moreno, San Pedro and Llao Llao peninsulas, Victoria Island, and the surrounding mountains and the city of Bariloche.

The tour continues through the San Pedro Peninsula to the Llao Llao area, home to the iconic Llao Llao Hotel and San Eduardo Chapel, both architectural landmarks near Puerto Pañuelo on Lake Nahuel Huapi. The route then passes golf courses and crosses the Angostura Bridge, which connects Lake Moreno and Lake Nahuel Huapi, continuing toward López Bay at the base of the nearby hill.

Next, you will reach the Panoramic Point, a natural viewpoint overlooking Lake Moreno and the Llao Llao Peninsula. The journey continues across Lake Moreno Bridge, along El Trébol Lagoon, and finally returns to Bariloche via Bustillo Avenue at Km 18, completing the circuit.

Meals: Breakfast
Overnight in Bariloche

After breakfast at the hotel, enjoy a full day at leisure in Bariloche to relax or explore the city independently.

Meals: Breakfast
Overnight in Bariloche

After breakfast at the hotel, you will be transferred to the bus station to board a regular bus to Esquel. Upon arrival at Esquel bus station, you will be met and transferred to your hotel. The rest of the day is free to explore and get to know the city.

Meals: Breakfast
Overnight in Esquel

After breakfast at the hotel, at the agreed time you will depart for a boat excursion starting from Puerto Chucao, located inside Los Alerces National Park. From here, you will embark on Lake Menéndez, sailing through two of its three main arms and along the edge of the large island. During the navigation, you will pass at the foot of Cerro Torrecillas, home to its impressive glacier of permanent blue ice, where the boat will stop so you can admire it and take photos.

Throughout the journey, you will enjoy panoramic views of majestic mountain ranges with snow-capped peaks. At the end of the northern arm of Lake Menéndez, you will disembark at Puerto Sagrario to begin a land section of the tour, accompanied by a guided walk through the exceptionally beautiful Valdivian rainforest, known for its rich biodiversity.

At the end of the experience, you will reach “El Abuelo,” a larch tree over 2,600 years old, measuring 2.20 meters in diameter and 57 meters in height. It is one of the oldest living species on Earth and the most remarkable specimen of its kind. Due to its ecological importance, Los Alerces National Park was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2017.

Meals: Breakfast - Box Lunch
Overnight in Esquel

After breakfast, you will depart for one of the most beautiful regions of Patagonia, home to the charming towns of the Comarca del Paralelo 42. The tour begins from Esquel at 9:30 AM, traveling along National Route 40 and passing through the Epuyén and El Hoyo valleys before reaching El Bolsón.

In El Bolsón, you will visit local beer producers, regional sweet shops, and the famous artisan fair, known for its wide variety of handmade products and regional specialties, making it a highlight of the area.

The journey continues to Lago Puelo National Park, an area known for its mild climate and dense Andean-Patagonian forest. Here, you will explore its impressive lake and enjoy the traditional Las Sombras trail, surrounded by natural beauty and peaceful landscapes.

Meals: Breakfast - Box Lunch
Overnight in Esquel

On this day, you will explore the Patagonian steppe and visit the Piedra Parada Natural Protected Area, named after its iconic rock formation, which rises approximately 270 meters high. This massive silica structure was formed by volcanic activity over 35 million years ago.

During the excursion, you will observe the geological impact of the ancient volcanic caldera eruption while walking into the Cañadón de la Buitrera, a stunning canyon enriched with diverse flora and fauna. The canyon stretches for about 6 kilometers and is surrounded by colorful rock walls that create a dramatic landscape.

The area also features natural caves that show evidence of human presence dating back more than 5,000 years, making it an important site of paleontological, anthropological, and archaeological significance.

Meals: Breakfast - Box Lunch
Overnight in Esquel

After breakfast at the agreed time, you will be transferred from your hotel to the bus terminal in Esquel to board the regular bus to Los Antiguos. Upon arrival, you will be met and transferred to your hotel.

Meals: Breakfast
Overnight in Los Antiguos

After breakfast, you will be picked up from your hotel for an excursion to the Marble Chapels. At the end of the experience, you will return to your hotel. Also known as the Marble Cathedrals, they are among the most important attractions in Patagonia, formed by three limestone structures distinguished by their striking columns and the deep blue waters surrounding them.

The formations—The Cathedral, La Capilla, and La Cueva, are located on the shores of Lake General Carrera in the Aysén region, forming one of the most breathtaking landscapes in southern Chile and a favorite destination for photography enthusiasts. They are part of the Carretera Austral route and have been protected by law since 1994, when they were declared a Nature Sanctuary.

Shaped over millennia by wind and water, the Marble Chapels feature calcium carbonate formations stretching across approximately 300 meters. Access is by boat, which also allows navigation through and around the formations for a closer view.

Meals: Breakfast - Box Lunch
Overnight in Los Antiguos

After breakfast, you will visit the Cave of the Hands, located in the deep canyon of the Pinturas River, one of the most important archaeological sites in Patagonia. This site preserves evidence of human presence in the form of cave paintings that date back nearly ten thousand years. The visit allows you to follow in the footsteps of ancient inhabitants by accessing the site along the same route used in prehistoric times. After the excursion, you will be transferred to the bus station to board your bus to El Calafate.

Meals: Breakfast - Box Lunch
Overnight on the bus

Upon arrival, you will be met by our staff at the bus station and transferred to your selected hotel.

Overnight in El Calafate

After breakfast at the hotel, depart for a full-day excursion to the Perito Moreno Glacier. After approximately 80 km, you will reach the western end of the Magallanes Peninsula, where the boardwalk visit begins. You will have free time to explore this incredible natural site, with several panoramic viewpoints inside the national park. The walkways extend for 3 km at different levels, offering multiple perspectives of the glacier. Depending on your preference and physical condition, you can access lower viewpoints closer to the glacier or remain on the upper, easily accessible platforms.

Meals: Breakfast
Overnight in El Calafate

Breakfast at the hotel. Day at leisure.

Meals: Breakfast
Overnight in El Calafate

Breakfast at the hotel. At the scheduled time, you will be transferred to the airport for your departure flight, marking the end of your Route 40 Patagonia Tour.

Meals: Breakfast