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Unleash your inner\u00a0sense of adventure as you traverse the breath-taking glacial landscapes of Argentina and Chile\u2019s Patagonia. First, sink your teeth into Buenos Aires, one of the hippest cities on the planet where our team of expert guides will let you in on the best-hidden gems B.A has to offer. Then we’ll whisk you south where you’ll horse-back ride across the landscapes of El Calafate, then trek across the lunar-like landscapes of the icy ridges of South America’s glaciers and explore the hidden depths of the caves, trekking beneath the majestic Torres del Paines and staying at some of our favorite lodges. You\u2019ll get a true sense of wilderness in this unique, luxury adventure.<\/p>\n

Wine and dine<\/h2>\n

Landing in Buenos Aires you\u2019ll have a few days to explore the vibrant city before you head off into the wilds. From the airport, you’ll be transferred to your chic downtown B.A. crash-pad, Legado Mitico. With so much to see in the city, allow our expert guide to introduce you to two of Argentina’s greatest passions; food and wine. Snack on tasty\u00a0empanadas and drink freshly brewed coffee in fashionable Palermo, or head to one of our favorite spots for a hearty steak dinner; La Cabrera. To really get under the skin of the Buenos Aires food scene, we can arrange a cooking lesson with local chef\u00a0Ezequiel Gallardo. Head to the fresh food market with the chef to pick up your ingredients, then you’ll learn how to whip up tasty empanadas. Once you’ve tested your skills you’ll be treated to a delicious lunch at\u00a0Treintasillas, one of the most famous closed door restaurants in Buenos Aires with a wine pairing menu prepared especially for\u00a0you to wash down the gourmet meal. We’ll drink to that.<\/p>\n

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Once you’ve got yourself acquainted with the cuisine, now you can explore the main sights of the city. Visit the National Congress or admire the Teatro Col\u00f3n, one of the most important opera houses in Latin America. Dance lovers can gain access to an authentic Tango show which is regularly frequented by the porte\u00f1os (the Buenos Aires city folk). Make sure to head to La Boca, the colourful neighbourhood that’s home to the famous Boca Juniors Football team. For a truly authentic city experience, we can also arrange for you to watch\u00a0a match at the home of Argentinian football.<\/p>\n

Time to head South<\/h2>\n

From B.A you’ll catch a flight down to the remote southern city of El Calafate.\u00a0A beautiful city in Argentinian Patagonia, your base for the next few nights will be the luxurious foodie hotspot of Eolo Lodge. From here you can set off and explore the icy spires of the Perito Moreno Glacier<\/a>. Travel by boat across the Rico Arm and don your crampons before you begin your climb across the glacier with your expert guide at your side.\u00a0Once on the ice, you\u2019ll have a new perspective of this incredible geological feature as you look across to blue lagoons, gaping crevasses and giant sinkholes. Always accompanied by expert guides you can explore this landscape to your heart\u2019s content. Have a unique picnic on the ice before hopping on a boat and zipping back to civilization and the warmth of your room. Later that night, once the adrenaline\u2019s worn off, relax in your beautiful surrounding with a glass of Chilean wine.<\/p>\n

Explora Patagonia<\/h2>\n

From Argentina, it’s time to hop over to Chile, to the iconic Torres del Paine National Park. Your base for the next few nights will be the seriously remote and contemporary Explora Patagonia. Perched overlooking the\u00a0shores of Lake Pehoe, this hidden lodge with its own equine center has breathtaking views of the Paine ridge and the iconic granite towers. Saddle up and take to the wilds on horseback riding through the incredible landscapes of ice and sheer granite cliffs.\u00a0Unique to the lodge guests can gain an insight into the regions legendary gaucho culture from the workers at the stables.\u00a0After a day of exploring on horseback, you’ll be in need of some rest and relaxation. Luckily a short walk from your room will take you to the Ona Bathhouses, where you can rest your aching muscles with views over the scenic terrain.<\/p>\n

Next up it’s time to head deep into the National Park for a trek with the expert guides on hand. Depending on your level of fitness and trekking experience you can choose between the more moderate hikes such as the Glacier Grey trek, where you start by\u00a0crossing the turquoise waters of Lake Pehoe on board the Explora catamaran. From here, you’ll walk towards the Grey Refuge where you can view the impressive Grey Glacier and the extraordinary extension of the Southern Ice Fields from above. For real hiking enthusiasts, we can arrange for guests to hike to the Base Torres,\u00a0where you’ll make a steep ascent towards a lookout at the base of the Paine Towers. After a gruelling climb, you’ll make it to the top from where you’ll be able to grasp the magnitude of the mighty granite towers after which the park is named.\u00a0For the next few days, you can make the most of the wild expanse surrounding the lodge, before heading back to Santiago for your flight home.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Unleash your inner\u00a0sense of adventure as you traverse the breath-taking glacial landscapes of Argentina and Chile\u2019s Patagonia. First, sink your teeth into Buenos Aires, one of the hippest cities on the planet where our team of expert guides will let you in on the best-hidden gems B.A has to offer. 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