Itinerary

Days 1-3 Hike below Mount Fitz Roy's jagged granite spires to gorgeous Laguna de los Tres, formed by a plunging glacier A walk through sand dunes reveals spectacular views of Lake Viedma, exotic flowers and perhaps an armadillo Marvel at the sight of ancient forests and otherworldly surroundings.

Days 4-5 Ice-trek on Perito Moreno Glacier - crampons and our expert guide give you the edge Learn to make authentic Argentine empanadas from a local expert El Calafate shops tempt with handicrafts and homemade ice cream Explore the World Heritage site of Los Glaciares National Park, a frozen landscape of crevasses and breath-takingly blue ice Malbec, pinot noir, torrontés and more - discover delectable Patagonian vintages at a wine tasting.

Day 6 Unforgettable boat rides among icebergs and fjords - get ready for a close encounter with famous Upsala Glacier  Watch for soaring condors along Cristina Bay before ascending through lenga forests to a stunning panorama of lakes, mountains and glaciers Sip maté, the local beverage, like Patagonian cowboys.

Days 7-8 Try on gaucho life with a guided horseback ride across the pampas A rocky trail leads to Fossil Canyon, featuring startlingly colored stones and ammonite fossils believed to be millions of years old.

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