For most travelers, about 10 days is the perfect amount of time for a trip to Argentina, with stops in Torres del Paine, El Calafate, Puerto Natales, and El Chaltén. Travelers with less time can hit the route's highlights in nine days, making for a fast-paced journey. With more time, you can enjoy extra activities at each stop or a few days in another region like Ushuaia. Get inspired with our Torres del Paine, El Calafate, Puerto Natales, and El Chaltén trip ideas below.

How many days do you need in Torres del Paine, El Calafate, Puerto Natales & El Chaltén?

  • Most travelers spend 10 days in Torres del Paine, El Calafate, Puerto Natales, and El Chaltén combined
  • Visiting Torres del Paine, El Calafate, Puerto Natales, and El Chaltén in 9 days is possible but will feel rushed
  • With 11 or more days, most travelers choose to add more stops to their trip

How Many Days to Spend in Argentina

Recommended Itineraries for Torres del Paine, El Calafate, Puerto Natales & El Chaltén

Recommended Itinerary for 10 Days

Best of Southern Patagonia
Best of Southern Patagonia
Day Highlights Overnight
Day 1 Arrive in El Calafate (Argentina), Visit the Glaciarium El Calafate
Day 2 Explore the Perito Moreno Glacier El Calafate
Day 3 Scenic Bus Journey to El Chaltén El Chaltén
Day 4 Hike to Laguna de Los Tres El Chaltén
Day 5 Transfer to Puerto Natales (Chile) via El Calafate Puerto Natales
Day 6 Explore Torres del Paine on a Private Guided Tour  Puerto Natales
Day 7 Transfer to Torres del Paine, Trek to the Base of the Towers Torres del Paine
Day 8 Go on a Boat Excursion to Grey Glacier, Return to Puerto Natales Puerto Natales
Day 9 Return to El Calafate (Argentina), Free Afternoon El Calafate
Day 10 Depart El Calafate  


Explore southern Patagonia's wild landscapes on this 10-day adventure. The trip starts in El Calafate, Argentina, with a boat ride to the famed Perito Moreno Glacier. Then enjoy a scenic drive to the trekking hub of El Chaltén for a memorable hike to a lagoon in the mountains. Cross the border to Chile to spend several days in Torres del Paine National Park. You'll loop back to El Calafate for one last afternoon of outdoor activities before the trip ends. Read more

Recommended Itinerary for 10 Days

Sunset over the Perito Moreno glacier in Los Glaciares National Park
Enjoy a sunset over the Perito Moreno Glacier in Los Glaciares National Park
Day Highlights Overnight
Day 1 Arrive in Santiago, Fly to Punta Arenas, Transfer to Puerto Natales Puerto Natales
Day 2 Hike to the Granite Towers of Torres del Paine (W Trek Day 1) Torres del Paine
Day 3 Hike Along Lago Nordenskjöld (W Trek Day 2) Torres del Paine
Day 4 Hike from Cuernos to Paine Grande (W Trek Day 3) Torres del Paine
Day 5 Admire Grey Glacier (W Trek Day 4) Puerto Natales
Day 6 Bus from Puerto Natales to El Calafate El Calafate
Day 7 Perito Moreno Boat & Walking Tour, Transfer to El Chaltén El Chaltén
Day 8 Hike to Mount Fitz Roy El Chaltén
Day 9 Hike to Mirador Cerro Torre El Chaltén
Day 10 Transfer to El Calafate, Depart Patagonia  


Trek across Patagonia's glacial landscapes on this 10-day rugged journey through the UNESCO-listed Torres del Paine and Los Glaciares National Parks. Starting in the Chilean town of Puerto Natales, you'll follow the famous W Trek through Torres del Paine's soaring mountains before hopping over the border to Argentina. Spend a day in El Calafate to experience the towering ice walls of Perito Moreno, then base yourself in the village of El Chaltén to discover the vast glaciers and turquoise lakes of Los Glaciares. Read more

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Extended Itineraries

2-Week Itinerary Including Buenos Aires & Ushuaia

Ushuaia at sunset
Ushuaia at sunset
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 Bus to El Chaltén El Chaltén
Day 5 Hike to Laguna de Los Tres El Chaltén
Day 6 Return to El Calafate 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 Torres del Paine, El Calafate, Puerto Natales & El Chaltén

How to get to Torres del Paine National Park
Torres del Paine National Park is one of the most visited places in Chile—and South America. It's close to both Puerto Natales and Punta Arenas, and you'll often travel via one or both of these cities. Read more

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... 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

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Map of Torres del Paine, El Calafate, Puerto Natales & El Chaltén: Best Itinerary Ideas
Map of Torres del Paine, El Calafate, Puerto Natales & El Chaltén: Best Itinerary Ideas