Two weeks in Patagonia is the dream trip. This 14-day itinerary covers six essential destinations: Bariloche, Villa La Angostura, San Martin de los Andes, El Calafate, El Chalten and Ushuaia. It includes epic Fitz Roy trekking, glacier cruises, the Route of the Seven Lakes, the Arrayanes Forest and the end of the world. A trip that blends adventure, nature and Patagonian culture into every single day.
Estimated cost: USD 2,000-3,500 per person mid-range (excluding international flights).
Days 1-2: Bariloche essentials
Arrive at Bariloche, explore Centro Civico, Mitre Street chocolate shops. Day 2: Circuito Chico (from USD 28) with Cerro Campanario, Hotel Llao Llao. Curanto lunch at Colonia Suiza.
Day 3: Villa La Angostura & Arrayanes Forest
Day trip to Villa La Angostura (80 km). Walk or boat to the Arrayanes Forest — cinnamon-barked trees unique to this region. Explore the boutique village and Puerto Manzano.
Days 4-5: Seven Lakes & San Martin de los Andes
Day 4: Route of the Seven Lakes (110 km, one of the world's most scenic drives). Overnight in San Martin. Day 5: Lanin Volcano excursion or Lake Lacar navigation to Quila Quina Mapuche community.
Day 6: Cerro Tronador
Cerro Tronador (3,491 m) and its Black Glacier, named for the thunderous sound of ice calving. Full-day excursion from USD 62.
Days 7-9: El Calafate & glaciers
Day 7: fly to El Calafate, Glaciarium. Day 8: Perito Moreno Glacier with optional mini-trekking (USD 200). Day 9: Todo Glaciares navigation (USD 120) — Upsala, Spegazzini and Onelli glaciers from the water.
Days 10-12: El Chalten trekking
Day 10: bus to El Chalten (3 hours, USD 15-25). Short hikes. Day 11: Laguna de los Tres (25 km, 8-10 hours) — the famous turquoise lagoon at the foot of Mount Fitz Roy. Day 12: Laguna Torre (18 km, 6-7 hours) at Cerro Torre. Return to El Calafate. All trails are free.
Days 13-14: Ushuaia & the end of the world
Day 13: fly to Ushuaia. Beagle Channel cruise (from USD 45). King crab dinner. Day 14: End of the World Train + Tierra del Fuego National Park (from USD 90). Return flight.
Budget breakdown
Per person estimate (mid-range)
- Internal flights (3 legs): USD 300-500
- Accommodation (13 nights): USD 910-1,560
- Tours & activities: USD 450-700
- Optional mini-trekking: USD 200
- Local transport: USD 100-200
- Meals (14 days): USD 350-560
- Park entries: USD 70-100
- Total (no international flights): USD 2,180-3,820
