February 01 - 13, 2025
13 Days
Tour Status - Available
You will want to join Select Holidays on this agricultural, cultural and rural tour of Argentina & Chile.
In Chile, enjoy your experience of the wineries in the area around Santiago and see how the grapes are cultivated, picked, and the wine is produced, which is one of Chile’s biggest agriculture exports. As you cross over to Argentina you will come upon the farm lands of Patagonia that has thousands of hectares of land dedicated to cattle farming, sheep farming and forestry. You will visit the largest inland grain handling system, where farmers have their grain hauled to for export. You will return home with the great memories of experiencing the farming in these countries as well the deep culture.
EARLY BOOKING BONUS:
"PRE-PAID GRATUITIES"
FOR LOCAL GUIDES
“Argentina is a beautiful country and glad we got to see some of the beautiful sights, such as the various ranches, beef dinners and ride up the mountain.”
Tour Highlights
Customized Return air flights from major North American cities
High Class Accommodations (Best Class Accommodations in Rural Areas)
Technical Agriculture visits
Experienced Destination Guides
Multiple Night Stays
All Meals in Itinerary included
All Attractions in Itinerary included
All Sightseeing in Itinerary included
IMPORTANT INFORMATION:
All travelers require a passport that is valid for 6 months after your return to North America.
Argentina: Persons holding a Canadian Passport to not require a Reciprocity Fee.
Those who do not hold a Canadian Passport do require a Reciprocity Fee and this must be prepaid by Credit Card before departing Canada, online US$75 per person
Chile: All tourists are issued a tourist card—valid for a maximum period of up to 90 days—upon arrival.
You must retain this document and present it to immigration officers prior to departure from the country
This information could change at any time.....Please check to make sure you have the right paperwork for traveling.
Check with your local travel clinic for any vaccinations that may be required for the countries you will be visiting.
Day 01 - Feb 01, 2025: Depart North America for Buenos Aires, Argentina
Depart North America on an overnight flight into Buenos Aires, Argentina [IFM]
Day 02 - Feb 02, 2025: Buenos Aires, Argentina
Upon arrival into Buenos Aires, Clear customs and transfer to your hotel for a 2-night stay.
Day 03 - Feb 03, 2025: Buenos Aires, Argentina
This morning enjoy a city tour including the colorful Boca area of the city. Following lunch, return to hotel for a leisurely afternoon. This evening you are entertained at a Tango Show and Dinner. [B/L/D]
Day 04 - Feb 04, 2025: Buenos Aires - Bariloche, Argentina
Following a leisurely breakfast, transfer to the airport for your flight into Bariloche, Argentinia. Bariloche, is in the heart of the Patagonia region that consists of over 100,000 hectares of land dedicated to cattle, sheep and forestry. [B/D]
Day 05 - Feb 05, 2025: Bariloche, Argentina
A visit to one of the local ranches with large herds of sheep and cattle. There are valleys with water springs or creeks which allow for natural grasslands and pastures. Ranches in the area are large in size due to their low carrying capacity. Return to Bariloche for an afternoon visit to a chocolate shop. [B/L/D]
Day 06 - Feb 06, 2025: Bariloche, Argentina - Puerto Varas, Chile
A FULL DAY EXCURSION!
The inspiring beauty of the southern Andes unfolds today as you travel from Argentina to Chile via roads and a series of lake cruise crossings. Arrive into Puerto Varas, Chile for a 3-night stay. [B/L/D]
Day 07- Feb 07, 2025: Puerto Varas, Chile
Travel north to the region, known as the pastoral area of the country and visit with a local farmer. Arrive at the farm in time to see your lunch being placed on the spit for your BBQ. You will be greeted with a tasty Pisco Sour (or maybe 2). As your lunch is cooking, tour around this small dairy farm. After touring, enjoy homemade and freshly baked empanadas and BBQ. Return to hotel. [B/L]
Day 08 - Feb 08, 2025: Puerto Varas, Chile
A morning visit to the seaport in Puerto Varas. Following lunch, drive into the countryside to be entertained at a Chilean horse show and rodeo before returning to the hotel for the night. [B/D]
Day 09 - Feb 09, 2025: Puerto Varas - Santiago - Valparaiso/Vina Del Mar, Chile
This morning fly from Puerto Varas to Santiago. Enjoy a winery tour, tasting and lunch en route to the Pacific coastal city of Valparaiso/Vina Del Mar for a two night stay. [B/L]
Day 10 - Feb 10, 2025: Valparaiso/Vina Del Mar, Chile
Morning tour of Valparaiso/Vina Del Mar including funicular and lunch. Afternoon at hotel to enjoy the beach and coastal setting. [B/L]
Day 11 - Feb 11, 2025: Valparaiso/Vina Del Mar - Santiago, Chile
Travel back to Santiago with city tour and lunch. Check into hotel and this evening enjoy a Chilean Culture Dinner and Show. [B/L D]
Day 12 - Feb 12, 2025: Santiago, Chile
Visit the country's largest fruit and vegetable wholesale markets this morning followed by a visit to the fish market. The afternoon is at leisure at the hotel. This evening enjoy a Farewell Luncheon at a local restaurant before transferring to an airport hotel with balance of time free until evening flights back to North America. [B/L]
Day 13 - Feb 13, 2025: Arrive North America
Arrive North America. [IFM
Per Person, Double - From $11,870.00 Including air
Plus $972.00 Air/Gov’t taxes per person
Single Occupancy: ADD $2,185.00 to above price
Initial deposit: $2,000.00 per person
Second Deposit of $2,000.00 per person is due before August 15, 2024
Final payment per person is due before November 30, 2024
Includes Economy Airfare major from North American gateways.
