Patagonia 10-Day Tours & Itineraries

Explore 17 trips designed by local kimkim specialists to get ideas for your trip to Patagonia.

The region of Patagonia is over a million square kilometers, but you can see quite a bit of it in even just 10 days. Embark on a highlights tour and visit El Calafate and the massive Perito Moreno Glacier followed by trips to El Chaltén and other locales in Los Glaciares National Park. Or you could plan a ski holiday on the powdery slopes near San Carlos de Bariloche, in Argentina’s Lake District. For the wonders of Chilean Patagonia, visit famous Torres del Paine National Park and embark on a multi-day trek around glacial lakes and towering granite peaks.

For more great itineraries, check out 10 Days in Patagonia - 5 Unique Itinerary Ideas.

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Appreciate views of Perito Moreno Glacier in Los Glaciares National Park
Map of Explore Los Glaciares & Torres del Paine National Parks - 10 Days
Explore Los Glaciares & Torres del Paine National Parks - 10 Days

Discover some of the most stunning landscapes in Argentina and Chile on this 10-day itinerary around Patagonia. Begin in Buenos Aires, then fly south to El Calafate to see the famous Perito Moreno Glacier. Enjoy a scenic drive to El Chaltén, Argentina's trekking capital, for unparalleled hiking through mountain scenery. Finish the trip in Torres del Paine, touring the national park's spectacular natural highlights before the trip comes to an end.

Catch a sunrise at Lake Pehoe on your multi-day trek
Map of Wonders of Chilean Patagonia - 10 Days
Wonders of Chilean Patagonia - 10 Days

This 10-day tour combines Chile's most picturesque attractions with a nice mix of relaxation and physical exertion. After starting in the cosmopolitan capital, you'll head to a lakeside village (adorned with a snowcapped volcano) before continuing south to Patagonia. Then it's time for the "W Trek" in Torres del Paine, one of the most scenic national parks in the world. Here you'll hike past turquoise lakes, emerald forests, roaring rivers, and a massive glacier to get to the best view in the house: Paine Massif.

Sunset over the Perito Moreno glacier in Los Glaciares National Park
Map of Active Patagonia: Torres del Paine & Los Glaciares National Parks - 10 Days
Active Patagonia: Torres del Paine & Los Glaciares National Parks - 10 Days

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.

Hike to glaciers and lagoons in southern Patagonia
Map of Best of Southern Patagonia - 10 Days
Best of Southern Patagonia - 10 Days

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.

Get your fill of Mt. Fitz Roy while staying in El Chaltén
Map of Hiking in Argentine Patagonia - 10 Days
Hiking in Argentine Patagonia - 10 Days

Argentina, particularly the Patagonia region, offers some of the continent's best hiking opportunities, and this 10-day trip hits the top three spots. Starting in Buenos Aires, you'll head to El Calafate for ice trekking on an advancing glacier. Next is El Chaltén, Argentina's ground zero for iconic peaks like Mount Fitz Roy. Finish in Bariloche—a Swiss-rooted hub in the Lake District offering a plethora of trails and chocolate shops.

See exotic wildlife like guanacos in Patagonia
Map of New Year Nature & Adventure in Patagonia - 10 Days
New Year Nature & Adventure in Patagonia - 10 Days

See the highlights of the Southern Patagonian Ice Field on this 10-day New Year adventure that combines rugged outdoor excursions with opulent 4 and 5-star hotels. Things kick off with fun and tango on the streets of Buenos Aires, after which you'll fly to El Calafate and see one of the world's star glaciers: Spegazzini. Enjoy visits to more glaciers before continuing into Chile for hiking, horseback riding, and rock climbing in what is arguably Patagonia's most famous national park: Torres del Paine.

Argentina's Mt. Fitz Roy looming in the distance
Map of Patagonia Multi-Sport Adventure - 10 Days
Patagonia Multi-Sport Adventure - 10 Days

This 10-day itinerary combines outdoor activities in Argentina and Chile's deep south. After a day in Buenos Aires, head to Los Glaciares National Park for some ice trekking on a major glacier. Next is an overnight hiking trip to Chile's Torres del Paine National Park. You'll finish in Argentina's El Chaltén—home of Mt. Fitz Roy and craft-beer bars—and complete a rock climbing course (there's no better place to learn!)

Bariloche
Map of Buenos Aires & Patagonia Ski Adventure - 10 Days
Buenos Aires & Patagonia Ski Adventure - 10 Days

This epic winter holiday covers some of the most beautiful destinations in the country. Arrive in Buenos Aires before jetting off to the southern lakeside retreat of San Carlos de Bariloche to enjoy the best ski conditions in the nation. Next, head to Argentine Patagonia, where you'll sail the same waters as Charles Darwin and walk with Magellanic penguins. Finally, fly back to Buenos Aires to catch a tango show before heading back home.

Elephant Seals Sleeping
Wildlife and Culture in Argentina - 10 Days

Combining city tours and tango performances in Buenos Aires with treks through Tierra del Fuego National Park at the "End of the World", this trip is an excellent blend of nature and culture. The focus is on wildlife sightings, with whale-watching excursions near Peninsula Vales and visits to the largest sea lion and elephant seal colonies in the region. You'll cruise along the famous Beagle Channel and canoe rivers to reach Lapataia Bay, plus visit regional museums and walk with penguins on Martillo Island.

See the vast ice walls of Los Glaciares National Park
Map of Patagonia's Glaciers & Wildlife - 10 Days
Patagonia's Glaciers & Wildlife - 10 Days

Revel in a voyage jam-packed with glacier exploration as you spend 10 days in Patagonia. Base yourself in the Chilean town of Puntas Arenas, where you'll discover the Magellan Strait by Zodiac and mingle with penguins on Isla Magdalena. Observe glaciers and wildlife at Torres del Paine, then spend four full days of exploration in Los Glaciares National Park, where you'll encounter ancient glaciers at every turn as you make your way into Argentina.

Take a break while hiking in Torres del Paine
Map of Hiking Adventure in Patagonia's Torres del Paine National Park - 10 Days
Hiking Adventure in Patagonia's Torres del Paine National Park - 10 Days

Explore one of South America's finest national parks on this 10-day trekking expedition! Throughout this thrilling itinerary, you'll hike through the dramatic landscapes of Torres del Paine, taking in magnificent views of glaciers, lakes, and snowcapped mountains from the trail. Spend the evenings at campsites and rustic lodgings along the journey, waking up in an unforgettable outdoor setting every morning.

See the "End of the World" in Patagonia's Ushuaia
Map of Argentine Patagonia Active Family Adventure: Buenos Aires, Ushuaia & El Calafate - 10 Days
Argentine Patagonia Active Family Adventure: Buenos Aires, Ushuaia & El Calafate - 10 Days

Tailormade for active, outdoorsy families, this 10-day tour showcases the best of Argentine Patagonia. Start with a taste of Buenos Aires, where you'll see a live tango show and play gaúchos for a day on a working ranch. Then it's off to the remote wilds of Ushuaia and Tierra del Fuego National Park for a ride on the "End of the World" steam engine and a walk with penguins on Isla Martillo. End in El Calafate, with an exciting trek across vast glacier ice and a catamaran cruise among floating icebergs.

Cruise past the Les Eclaireurs Lighthouse in the Beagle Channel
Map of Explore Patagonia by Land & Sea - 10 Days
Explore Patagonia by Land & Sea - 10 Days

Discover highlights of Chilean and Argentine Patagonia on this exciting 10-day itinerary. Begin the trip in Santiago, where you'll sightsee the capital and take a day trip into wine country. Then fly to Puerto Natales for a quick adventure in Torres del Paine National Park. See the famous Perito Moreno Glacier outside El Calafate, Argentina, then continue to Ushuaia, where you'll board a four-night cruise to Punta Arenas past Patagonia's glaciers and fjords.

Discover vast glaciers and soaring mountains in Patagonia's Torres del Paine National Park
Map of Family Tour of Santiago & Chilean Patagonia - 10 Days
Family Tour of Santiago & Chilean Patagonia - 10 Days

Combine urban fun with adventurous outdoor excursions on this 10-day tour of Santiago and Chilean Patagonia. Start in Santiago to explore city parks, ride soaring cable cars, and visit a working alpaca farm. Then it's off to Puerto Natales—gateway to Torres del Paine National Park—to trek through mountainous scenery, watch icebergs drift across glacial lakes, and see the ancient caves of Cerro Benítez. End back in Santiago for visits to kid-friendly play cafés and the Metropolitan Zoo.

Explore Patagonia's Torres del Paine National Park with the family
Map of Family Discovery of Chilean Patagonia & the Lake District - 10 Days
Family Discovery of Chilean Patagonia & the Lake District - 10 Days

This fun-filled exploration of Chilean Patagonia kicks off with Santiago's historic sites and a day trip to the Pacific coast. Fly south to meet the penguins of Isla Magdalena, walk the trails of Magallanes National Reserve, and see waterfalls and glaciers in Torres del Paine, then head up to the Lake District to kayak on Lago Llanquihue and visit the stilt homes of Isla Chiloé. With adaptable excursions that can suit all ages, this trip is perfect for families looking for a taste of outdoor adventure at a relaxed pace.

See the best of Patagonia with your family
Map of Gentle Family Tour of Chilean Patagonia: Santiago, Puerto Natales & Punta Arenas - 10 Days
Gentle Family Tour of Chilean Patagonia: Santiago, Puerto Natales & Punta Arenas - 10 Days

This 10-day itinerary is the perfect introduction to Chilean Patagonia for the whole family, with relaxed outdoor excursions to suit even the youngest of travelers. Explore the city parks of Santiago, then fly south to Puerto Natales for glacier excursions and a family hike through Torres del Paine National Park. End in Punta Arenas, where the kids will love searching out friendly Peale's dolphins by Zodiac, visiting historic Fort Bulnes, and playing explorer on the Nao Victoria Museum's replica ships.

Kayak, hike, raft, and ice trek your way across northern Patagonia
Map of Outdoor Family Adventure in Northern Chilean Patagonia - 10 Days
Outdoor Family Adventure in Northern Chilean Patagonia - 10 Days

Experience 10 days of adrenaline-filled fun as you explore northern Chilean Patagonia with your active tweens and teens. Start in the capital of Santiago with a flavorful food tour, then it's off to Puerto Río Tranquilo for a kayaking expedition through the Marble Caves and a trek across the blue ice of Exploradores Glacier. Head to the Lake District next to relax on the shores of Lago Llanquihue, raft the Class III rapids of the Río Petrohué and hike the snowcapped (and still-active) Osorno volcano.

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