Patagonia Overland: Ushuaia To Santiago

Group Size

Max 24, Avg. 16

What's Included

Your Welcome Moment: Meet Your CEO and Group. Free time in Ushuaia, El Calafate, El Chalten, Coyhaique and Futalefu for optional activities. 2 full days of exploration in Torres del Paine National Park. Visit Perito Moreno Glacier. 3-day entrance ticket to Los Glaciares National Park. Drive along Argentina's famed Ruta 40 deep into the Patagonian wilderness. Visit the Cueva de las Manos UNESCO Heritage site. Travel along the Carretera Austral through Chile's pristine wilderness. Free time for optional activities in Puerto Varas, San Martin de los Andes and Pucon, Drive along the "Seven Lakes Route" with multiple scenic viewpoint stops, Visit and entrance fee to Los Pozones hot springs from Pucon. All transport between destinations and to/from included activities.

Highlights

Begin in Ushuaia - the end of the road and the most dramatic starting point imaginable, Watch Perito Moreno Glacier calve walls of ice into bright blue water, Hike beneath the towers of Torres del Paine in one of the world's last true wildernesses, Drive north along the legendary Carretera Austral through remote and roadless Patagonia, Sleep under Patagonian skies and wake up ready for another day of adventure, Roll into the volcanic lakes and lush forests of the Lake District as the continent opens up again

Message from G Adventures About Travel Insurance

Travel insurance is compulsory in order to participate on any of our trips. When travelling on a group trip, you will not be permitted to join the group until evidence of travel insurance has been sighted by your leader, who will take note of your insurance details. When selecting a travel insurance policy we require that at a minimum you are covered for medical expenses including emergency evacuation and repatriation. A minimum coverage of USD200,000 is required. We strongly recommend that the policy also covers personal liability, cancellation, curtailment and loss of luggage and personal effects. Some tours include adventure activities that require extra coverage (e.g. crampon use); please review your itinerary and make sure that you are covered for all included activities. If you have credit card insurance we require proof of purchase of the trip (a receipt of credit card statement) with a credit card in your name. Contact your bank for details of their participating insurer, the level of coverage and emergency contact telephone number.

Optional Activities

G Adventures is offering the following optional activities at an additional cost, subject to availability:

Parque Nacional Tierra del Fuego- Tierra del Fuego National Park Visit (30USD per person)Ushuaia- The Maritime Museum and Prison at the End of the World Museum (36USD per person)- Beagle Channel Cruise to Isla Martillo (125USD per person)Perito Moreno Glacier- Perito Moreno Glacier Boat Tour (80USD per person)Coyhaique- Marble Caves Excursion (90 per person)Isla Chiloe- Chiloe Island Excursion (180USD per person)Volcan Osorno- Osorno Volcano Day Hike (161USD per person)Puerto Varas- Paso Desolacion Trek (161USD per person)Pucon- Whitewater Rafting Pucon (35000-28000CLP per person)- Guided Huerquehue Park Visit (55000CLP per person)- Volcan Villarica Hike (100000CLP per person)

What transportation will we take on this trip?

This trip is done on a 26 seat overland vehicle named the Lando, which allows the entire group, including your CEO, to travel together, and sits higher, which is great to enjoy the scenic landscape.Here’s a quick look at the unique features of the well-equipped G Adventures overland adventure vehicle (OAV): - Storage for your main luggage is accessible from inside the vehicle- Day packs can be stored at your feet or on the luggage shelf above- Onboard safety box for valuables - Front viewing windows and large sliding windows, both great for landscape viewing- Reclining seats - Fully equipped mobile kitchen- Access to a large tank of drinking water- Air-conditioning- Charging station, a mix of North American and European plugs- USB charging ports for every traveller at their seatPlease note that our Landos do not have on-board bathrooms.This is not a physically demanding journey; however, travelling can be difficult, with long drives and poor road conditions at times. Please take note of the travel times and distances in the above itinerary, and consider that this is often on poor quality, bumpy roads. Despite this, most clients feel that the diversity of the South American landscape, culture and wildlife are all well worth the experience.

Accommodation Summary

Camping (19 nts), Hostels and simple hotels (multi-share, 6 nts)

Meals Included

24 breakfasts, 22 lunches, 22 dinners

Group Leader

CEO (Chief Experience Officer) and CEO Driver throughout, Local guide in Torres del Paine NP.

International Flights

No, international flights are generally not included in the price of your tour. However, on some combo tours travelling between two different countries, international flights are included as part of the itinerary and price of the tour. Please speak to your GCO or booking agent for further details. In addition, check-in times and baggage allowances/restrictions vary by airline and can change at any time. For the most up-to-date information for your flight, please contact your airline. We recommend checking in online in advance to avoid potential delays at the airport.

Transportation

Lando (overland adventure vehicle), ferry, walking

Minimum Age

You must be 18 to travel unaccompanied on a G Adventures tour. For minors travelling with a guardian over 21 years old, the minimum age is 12.

Checklist

Additional Items:o Sleeping bag (required)o Sleeping Mat (or thermarest with repair kit)Cold Weather:o Long-sleeved shirts or sweatero Scarfo Warm gloveso Warm hato Warm layerso Warm waterproof jacketDocuments:o Flight info (required) (Printouts of e-tickets may be required at the border)o Insurance info (required) (With photocopies)o Passport (required) (With photocopies)o Vouchers and pre-departure information (required)o Visas or vaccination certificates (With photocopies)Essentials:o Toiletries (required) (Shampoo, bodywash, soap, etc.)o Binoculars (optional)o Camera (With extra memory cards and batteries)o Cash, credit and debit cardso Day pack (Used for daily excursions or short overnights)o Ear plugso First-aid kit (should contain lip balm with sunscreen, sunscreen, whistle, Aspirin, Ibuprofen, bandaids/plasters, tape, anti-histamines, antibacterial gel/wipes, antiseptic cream, Imodium or similar tablets for mild cases of diarrhea, rehydration powder, water purification tablets or drops, insect repellent, sewing kit, extra prescription drugs you may be taking)o Flashlight/torch (Headlamps are ideal)o Fleece top/sweatero Footwearo Hato Headphones (Noise-cancelling recommended)o Locks for bagso Long pants/jeanso Moneybelto Outlet adaptero Personal entertainment (Reading and writing materials, cards, music player, etc.)o Reusable water bottleo Shirts/t-shirtso Sleepwearo Small travel towelo Sunglasseso Swimwearo Watch and alarm clocko Waterproof backpack covero Windproof rain jacketHealth & Safety:o Face masks (Clients will be only be required to wear a face mask where it is mandated by local regulations.)o Hand sanitizero Pen (Please bring your own pen for filling out documents.)Warm Weather:o Sandals/flip-flopso Shorts/skirts (Longer shorts/skirts are recommended)o Sturdy water shoes/sandalso Sun hat/bandanao Swimwear

When can I do my laundry on this trip?

Travellers can do their own laundry at the campsites where we stay. We recommend bringing some eco-friendly soap with you on tour, as well as some clothes pegs to do your own washing. Cities are also a good place to find laundry services, always keeping in mind operating hours and whether express service is available.

Service Level

Camping: Camping most nights with some hotel/hostel stays to start and throughout; affordable public and private transport.