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Chile & Argentina 12 days Trip Code: IARW Buenos Aires Trekking Level Cultural Discovery Nature & Wildlife Santiago A RG E N T I N A ATL ANTIC OCE AN CHILE New Patagonia Trekking Puerto Natales El Calafate Torres del Paine NP Punta Arenas Discover Santiago's historical sights · Witness the stunning Patagonian scenery on the W-Trek · Marvel at the Perito Moreno Glacier's wall of advancing ice Torres del Paine NP Set out on a South American adventure that journeys through a fascinating region rich in natural beauty, dramatic vistas and cosmopolitan cities oozing with passion and culture. Feel the contrast as you trek the W-Trek through the Patagonian wilderness and explore an urban metropolis. From camping near the end of the earth and witnessing gargantuan glaciers, to indulging in the modernity of Buenos Aires, bring your sense of adventure and this trip will not fail to amaze. Dates & Prices Guide Visit our website or call a Travel Consultant for the latest dates & prices. Alternatively scan your smart phone over the barcode. Itinerary Day 1/2 Santiago Fly to Santiago Day 3 Puerto Natales Today is a Aires for your final night. Day 11/12 Overnight flight home. Essentials Day 10 Buenos Aires Head to Buenos This trip is graded demanding. You will need to have a good level of fitness for this trip. you should be prepared for the majority of the treks to be challenging, long and over rough terrain. Activities Trekking, discovering natural wonders Transport Domestic flights, public bus, catamaran Accommodation Basic hotels (5nts), camping (4nts) Meals included 8 breakfasts, 4 lunches & 3 dinners 2012 Sun 15 Jan - Thu 26 Jan Sun 12 Feb - Thu 23 Feb Sun 11 Mar - Thu 22 Mar Sun 21 Oct - Thu 1 Nov Sun 18 Nov - Thu 29 Nov Sun 16 Dec - Thu 27 Dec With flights Without flights hike the famous W Trek, through the dramatic granite pillars, vast glaciers, sparkling lakes, gushing waterfalls and herds of wild guanacos that make up this stunning and remote corner of the world. Day 8/9 Perito Moreno Glacier Enjoy the scenic drive to El Calafate before heading to another natural wonder. The Perito Moreno Glacier is a three kilometre wide frozen river - watching the ice plunge into the water is spectacular. Day 4-7 Torres del Paine National Park Over the next four days, you will travelling day as you fly south to Punto Arenas where you then board a bus to take you on to Puerto Natales. £2,999 £2,999 £2,999 £3,029 £3,029 £3,299 £1,840 £1,840 £1,840 £1,840 £1,840 £1,840 All elements in the itinerary are included, unless otherwise stated. Prices are per person and subject to change (see Booking Conditions p194). Single room option not available. For insurance details see p193. Flights Indirect flights with Iberia from London. Flight schedules and preferred airlines can change. Insider's view Patagonia... just the name intrigued me, filling me with thoughts of a wind-blown, icy no-man's land. I imagined incredibly dramatic scenery, but nothing prepared me for such a thrilling experience as to trek the W in Torres del Paine. This is an experience that keeps inspiring me every day because of the physical challenge, the picturesque places and the unique atmosphere... Celine Fortin - Region Manager 40 Punta Arenas Average Daily Max Temp °C 15 12 9 6 3 0 Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec 7 7 5 4 3 3 3 4 6 6 7 7 Average Daily Hours of Sunshine Average Monthly Rainfall (mm) 50 40 30 20 10 0 For more information call 0845 004 5023 or visit adventurecompany.co.uk/IARW