How many days do you need in Buenos Aires, Ushuaia, El Calafate & El Chaltén?
- Most travelers spend 10-14 days in Buenos Aires, Ushuaia, El Calafate, and El Chaltén combined
- Visiting Buenos Aires, Ushuaia, El Calafate, and El Chaltén in 8 or 9 days is possible, but will feel rushed
- With 15 or more days, most travelers choose to add more stops to their trip
- The most common extensions are Puerto Natales, Puerto Iguazú, and Puerto Madryn
How Many Days to Spend in Buenos Aires
Recommended Itineraries for Buenos Aires, Ushuaia, El Calafate & El Chaltén
Recommended Itinerary for 10 Days
| Day | Highlights | Overnight |
|---|---|---|
| Day 1 | Arrive in Buenos Aires, Explore | Buenos Aires |
| Day 2 | Fly to El Calafate | El Calafate |
| Day 3 | Perito Moreno Glacier Hike | El Calafate |
| Day 4 | Enjoy a Scenic Transfer to El Chaltén | El Chaltén |
| Day 5 | Hike to Laguna de Los Tres | El Chaltén |
| Day 6 | Trek Around Laguna Torre | El Chaltén |
| Day 7 | Return to El Calafate, Visit the Glaciarium | El Calafate |
| Day 8 | Fly to Ushuaia, Explore | Ushuaia |
| Day 9 | Beagle Channel Cruise | Ushuaia |
| Day 10 | Return to Buenos Aires, Depart |
Take a deep breath of fresh air and soak up the incredible scenery on this exciting 10-day excursion around Argentine Patagonia. The itinerary is packed full of outdoor adventures, including trekking on a massive glacier in Los Glaciares National Park, hiking around dramatic mountains in El Chaltén, and cruising down the Beagle Channel on a boat ride in Tierra del Fuego. Rounding out the trip are a number of cultural activities, from a walking tour of Buenos Aires and cocktails at Argentina's first ice bar in El Calafate to learning about Indigenous cultures at the Museo del Fin del Mundo (End of the World Museum) in Ushuaia. Read more
Recommended Itinerary for 11 Days
| Day | Highlights | Overnight |
|---|---|---|
| Day 1 | Arrive in Buenos Aires, Explore | Buenos Aires |
| Day 2 | Fly to El Calafate | El Calafate |
| Day 3 | Perito Moreno Glacier Hike | El Calafate |
| Day 4 | Enjoy a Scenic Transfer to El Chaltén | El Chaltén |
| Day 5 | Full Day Hike to Laguna de Los Tres & Mount Fitz Roy | El Chaltén |
| Day 6 | Hike to Mirador Cerro Torre | El Chaltén |
| Day 7 | Return to El Calafate, Visit the Glaciarium | El Calafate |
| Day 8 | Fly to Ushuaia, Explore | Ushuaia |
| Day 9 | Hiking & Canoeing in Tierra del Fuego National Park | Ushuaia |
| Day 10 | Beagle Channel Cruise | Ushuaia |
| Day 11 | Fly to Buenos Aires, Depart |
Perfect for adventure travelers and outdoor lovers, this 11-day tour through Argentine Patagonia is designed for you. After 24 hours in Buenos Aires, you'll fly to Los Glaciers National Park, where you'll visit Perito Moreno Glacier and traverse the glacier on a guided hike. After, you'll travel to Tierra del Fuego to enjoy nature hikes, a canoeing trip, and a boat tour up the Beagle Channel. Read more
Recommended Itinerary for 12 Days
| Day | Highlights | Overnight |
|---|---|---|
| Day 1 | Arrive in Buenos Aires, Explore | Buenos Aires |
| Day 2 | Fly to El Calafate | El Calafate |
| Day 3 | Perito Moreno Glacier Hike | El Calafate |
| Day 4 | Enjoy a Scenic Drive to El Chaltén | El Chaltén |
| Day 5 | Full Day Hike to Laguna de Los Tres & Mount Fitz Roy | El Chaltén |
| Day 6 | Hike to Mirador Cerro Torre | El Chaltén |
| Day 7 | Return to El Calafate, Visit the Glaciarium | El Calafate |
| Day 8 | Fly to Ushuaia, Explore | Ushuaia |
| Day 9 | Trekking & Canoeing in Tierra del Fuego | Ushuaia |
| Day 10 | Beagle Channel Cruise | Ushuaia |
| Day 11 | Day Trip to Estancia Harberton & Isla Martillo | Ushuaia |
| Day 12 | Return to Buenos Aires, Depart |
Experience the natural wonders of southern Argentina on this adventurous itinerary geared toward active travelers. Hike ancient glaciers in Los Glaciares National Park before heading to Ushuaia—the southernmost city in the world—for canoeing, channel cruising, and frolicking with penguins. You'll have many full days of hiking on this itinerary, but you'll still have time to experience the local culture, food, and wines. Read more
Recommended Itinerary for 13 Days
| Day | Highlights | Overnight |
|---|---|---|
| Day 1 | Arrive in Buenos Aires, Explore | Buenos Aires |
| Day 2 | Fly to El Calafate | El Calafate |
| Day 3 | Perito Moreno Glacier Hike | El Calafate |
| Day 4 | Enjoy a Scenic Transfer to El Chaltén | El Chaltén |
| Day 5 | Full Day Hike to Laguna de Los Tres & Mount Fitz Roy | El Chaltén |
| Day 6 | Hike to Mirador Cerro Torre | El Chaltén |
| Day 7 | Free Day in El Chaltén | El Chaltén |
| Day 8 | Return to El Calafate, Visit the Glaciarium | El Calafate |
| Day 9 | Fly to Ushuaia, Explore | Ushuaia |
| Day 10 | Hiking & Canoeing in Tierra del Fuego National Park | Ushuaia |
| Day 11 | Beagle Channel Cruise | Ushuaia |
| Day 12 | Day Trip to Estancia Harberton & Isla Martillo | Ushuaia |
| Day 13 | Return to Buenos Aires, Depart |
Perfect for outdoor adventure enthusiasts, this active itinerary will award you with views of ancient glaciers, turquoise lakes, and storied mountain peaks. Start with a free day in Buenos Aires before you fly to Patagonia to hike in Los Glaciares National Park, and then head to Ushuaia—the southernmost city in the world—for more trekking, canoeing, and channel cruising. End your trip with a special excursion to Isla Martillo, where you'll see thousands of penguins up close. Read more
Recommended Itinerary for 2 Weeks
| Day | Highlights | Overnight |
|---|---|---|
| Day 1 | Arrive in Buenos Aires, Explore | Buenos Aires |
| Day 2 | Fly to El Calafate, Visit the Glaciarium | El Calafate |
| Day 3 | Ice Trek on Perito Moreno Glacier | El Calafate |
| Day 4 | Ride Horses, Kayak, or See Wildlife Near El Calafate | El Calafate |
| Day 5 | Enjoy a Scenic Transfer to El Chaltén | El Chaltén |
| Day 6 | Hike to Laguna de Los Tres | El Chaltén |
| Day 7 | Hike to Laguna Torre | El Chaltén |
| Day 8 | Free Day in El Chaltén | El Chaltén |
| Day 9 | Return to El Calafate, Free Afternoon | El Calafate |
| Day 10 | Fly to Ushuaia, Explore | Ushuaia |
| Day 11 | Trek & Canoe in Tierra del Fuego National Park | Ushuaia |
| Day 12 | Beagle Channel Cruise | Ushuaia |
| Day 13 | Estancia Harberton & Isla Martillo | Ushuaia |
| Day 14 | Depart Ushuaia |
Spend two action-packed weeks traveling around Argentine Patagonia! This itinerary starts in Buenos Aires, where you'll take a city tour before flying south to El Calafate, the gateway to Los Glaciares National Park. Boat to glaciers and try an ice trekking excursion, then hike the trails around El Chaltén, Argentina's trekking capital. Continue to Ushuaia for a cruise on the Beagle Channel, canoeing in Tierra del Fuego National Park, and a visit to a penguin colony. Read more
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Extended Itineraries
2-Week Itinerary Including Torres del Paine & Puerto Natales
| Day | Highlights | Overnight |
|---|---|---|
| Day 1 | Arrive in Buenos Aires, Explore | Buenos Aires |
| Day 2 | Fly to El Calafate | El Calafate |
| Day 3 | Perito Moreno Glacier Tour | El Calafate |
| Day 4 | Enjoy a Scenic Transfer to El Chaltén | El Chaltén |
| Day 5 | Self-Guided Hiking in El Chaltén | El Chaltén |
| Day 6 | Return to El Calafate, Visit the Glaciarium | El Calafate |
| Day 7 | Transfer to Torres del Paine | Torres del Paine |
| Day 8 | W Trek to Refugio el Chileno (Day 1) | Torres del Paine |
| Day 9 | W Trek: Hike to Refugio Los Cuernos (Day 2) | Torres del Paine |
| Day 10 | W Trek: Hike to the French Valley (Day 3) | Torres del Paine |
| Day 11 | W Trek: Hike to Grey Glacier (Day 4) | Puerto Natales |
| Day 12 | Transfer to Ushuaia, Explore | Ushuaia |
| Day 13 | Hiking & Canoeing in Tierra del Fuego National Park | Ushuaia |
| Day 14 | Depart Ushuaia |
This 14-day journey to Patagonia begins in Buenos Aires, then quickly moves to El Calafate, the gateway to Los Glaciares National Park. After marveling at the Perito Moreno Glacier, you'll take the scenic route to El Chaltén for a full day of self-guided hiking. Cross the border to Chile to access Torres del Paine National Park. You'll spend four days hiking the famous W Trek before circling back to Argentina, where you'll spend the end of the trip exploring Tierra del Fuego and Ushuaia, the world's southernmost city. Read more
How to travel between Buenos Aires, Ushuaia, El Calafate & El Chaltén
How to get to El Calafate
Perched on the shore of the ice-blue Lago Argentino, El Calafate is most known as the gateway to the Los Glaciares National Park and its famous Perito Moreno Glacier. Many visitors choose to fly directly to El Calafate from Buenos Aires or visit El Calafate on the way back north from Ushuaia and Tierra del Fuego. Your best bet to reach El Calafate is to take a plane—the notable exception is if you're traveling to or from El Chaltén, which is only about 133 miles (214 km) to the north. Read more
How to get to El Chaltén
Known as one of the most spectacular destinations for hiking in Patagonia, El Chaltén practically sits in the shadow of Mount Fitz Roy and a truly spectacular section of the Andes. The nearest local airport is three hours away in El Calafate, and the easiest way to reach El Chaltén is to travel to El Calafate and drive (by private transfer, rental car, or bus) from there. Read more
How to get from El Chaltén to Ushuaia
Nearly 640 miles (1,030 km) separate El Chaltén from Ushuaia, which sits at the very southern tip of Patagonia. The best way to get from El Chaltén down to Ushuaia is to loop through El Calafate, the city with the closest airport, and fly to Ushuaia from there. Read more
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