The adventure begins with your arrival at San Carlos de Bariloche, where you will pick up the vehicle that will accompany you on this journey going from south to north along the patagonian region.
Once with your vehicle, you can go to your accommodation and go out to explore the city and its natural beauty. An excellent option to start is to perform the Circuito Chico, 60 kilometer journey to appreciate its flora, fauna and enjoy amazing views. Additionally, you can doing activities, such as taking the chairlift al Cerro Campanario, have tea in the Swiss Colony or know the emblematic Llao Llao hotel. Then, we recommend you return to your accommodation to rest and recharge your batteries.
If you chose to enjoy this package during the winter, on your second day don`t miss the opportunity to enjoy skiing at Cerro Catedral, the largest center in the entire southern hemisphere. This activity can take up the whole day, so we suggest you prepare for lunch at the inns in the center. We advise you to return to your accommodation to recharge your batteries.
On your third day, discover the Civic Center, where the alpine architecture in stone, wood and iron they will catch your attention. Take advantage of this outing to try the iconic barilochense chocolate in all its versions: tablets, chocolates or branches.
This city is recognized as the National Capital del Adventure Tourism, so we recommend that you choose from many activities to take advantage of this feature. Some of them are canopy, kayaking, rafting or horseback riding. justify;margin-top:0pt;margin-bottom:0pt;">For the second leg of your adventure, you will head 80 km north, crossing Neuquén, until you reach Villa La Angostura, where you will spend the next two nights. In this city you can combine the Patagonian nature style="font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;"> with relaxation y adventure.
After entering your accommodation, we recommend that you know the Cerro Bayo, either a through a trekking, or you can also choose to upload in cable car. From there you will have incredible views, remember to bring your camera to take unforgettable photos and memories. You can also tour the center or visit one of the viewpoints, such as the Mirador Correntoso.
For your first night in Villa La Angostura we suggest you rest so you can start your second day heading to theLos Arrayanes National Park, a protected area that conserves exemplars of these over 650 years old, is the unique in its category that can be visited. Another activity you can do is a half-day kayak excursion through the waters of the Nahuel Huapi National Park, accompanied by a picnic to complete your experience.
After resting another night in your accommodation, you can choose to continue exploring the city until your check-out time or choose to start the panoramic route which connects Villa La Angostura with San Martín de los Andes: The Route of the 7 Lakes.
To start, you will leave Villa La Angostura to travel 60 km to your next stop, Villa Traful.
This Patagonian town is 26 km from the RN40, which increases its feeling of exclusivity and authenticity.
Upon arrival, You will find some cozy cabins that will be your accommodation during this part of the adventure. justify;margin-top:0pt;margin-bottom:0pt;">You can`t miss sailing in the Sunken Forest, where the trees emerge from the lake to create a unique landscape. You can also opt for the snorkeling option.
Another activity you can add is kayaking on the lake, the clarity of the water will accompany you throughout the journey.
You will be able to appreciate all the natural beauty and relax after the first few days of the trip. It is ideal for walking, getting to know it without rushing and making the most of the option of this package, taking everything at your own pace.
From Traful, you will enter the route towards San Martín de los Andes. As you continue, you can stop to admire the beautiful scenery along the route, with spectacular views of Lake Lacar and the surrounding mountains.
Once there, you can explore this charming town and its natural surroundings. One option is to start by visiting Lanín National Park, ideal for enjoying outdoor activities such as hiking or boating on the lake.
We also recommend exploring the center, where you will find a variety of shops and restaurants to taste the local cuisine. At the end of the day, return to your accommodation to rest and recharge, ready to continue exploring the beauty of Patagonia.
During your last days in Patagonia, we suggest you take the opportunity to go hiking and do activities that will leave you remembering the landscape forever. Don`t forget to bring your camera!
Once you have finished your last day in San Martín de los Andes, you must return the car at the airport in this same city.