60 days in Patagonia Itinerary

Nestled against the foothills of the Andes, scenic San Carlos de Bariloche hugs the southern shore of Nahuel Huapi Lake and ranks among Argentina's top destinations for active outdoor vacations.

Visit Capilla de San Eduardo and Iglesia Nuestra Senora del Nahuel Huapi for their historical value. Museo del Lago Gutierrez and Bosque Neon are good opportunities to explore the local culture. Spend the 29th (Sun) exploring nature at Parque Nacional Nahuel Huapi. And it doesn't end there: take a peaceful walk through Sendero de los Arrayanes, tour the pleasant surroundings at Arelauquen Golf & Country Club, hike along Cerro Lopez Trail, and cast your line with a fishing tour.

For more things to do, maps, other places to visit, and more tourist information, refer to the San Carlos de Bariloche holiday maker.

Pato Branco, Brazil to San Carlos de Bariloche is an approximately 18-hour flight. You can also drive. The time zone changes from Amazon Standard Time to Argentina Standard Time, which is usually a 1 hour difference. In January, daily temperatures in San Carlos de Bariloche can reach 28°C, while at night they dip to 9°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 4th (Sat) so you can go by car to Villa La Angostura.

A trip to Villa La Angostura leads to the lush "Garden of Patagonia," where the scenic backdrop features pristine forests, lakes, and mountains.

Get some cultural insight at Capilla Nuestra Senora de la Asuncion and Museo Historico Regional de Villa La Angostura. Step out of the city life by going to Cascada del Rio Bonito and Kayaking & Canoeing. Change things up with these side-trips from Villa La Angostura: Villa Traful (Cerros Negro & Monje Trail & Mirador Lago Traful). There's much more to do: explore the activities along Lago Espejo Grande, tour the pleasant surroundings at Cabalgatas y Cuatriciclos Montahue, get great views at Mirador Belvedere, and take in the awesome beauty at Cabalgatas del Tero.

For where to stay, other places to visit, more things to do, and tourist information, read Villa La Angostura online trip maker.

You can drive from San Carlos de Bariloche to Villa La Angostura in 2 hours. Another option is to take a bus. In February, daily temperatures in Villa La Angostura can reach 27°C, while at night they dip to 7°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 10th (Fri) to allow time to drive to San Martin de los Andes.

Perched on the eastern tip of Lake Lacar, laidback San Martin de los Andes feels in tune with the nature around it.

Via Christi and Iglesia San Jose will appeal to history buffs. Visiting Sendero al Mirador Bandurrias and Lanín will get you outdoors. The adventure continues: admire the sheer force of Cascada Chachin - Hua Hum, tour the pleasant surroundings at Playa Catritre, identify plant and animal life at Escorial, and contemplate the waterfront views at Lago Lacar.

To find photos, reviews, maps, and other tourist information, read San Martin de los Andes online trip planner.

You can drive from Villa La Angostura to San Martin de los Andes in 2 hours. Another option is to take a bus. Finish your sightseeing early on the 16th (Thu) so you can drive to Villa Pehuenia.

The charming village of Villa Pehuenia sits in the hilly Patagonian forest of the Nequen province.

On the 17th (Fri), take a memorable drive along Circuito Pehuenia, identify plant and animal life at Cinco Lagunas, and then take in the awesome beauty at Volcan Batea Mahuida. On the 18th (Sat), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: relax and float downstream with a rafting and tubing tour and then contemplate the waterfront views at Lago Alumine.

For maps, reviews, photos, and more tourist information, you can read our Villa Pehuenia road trip planner.

You can drive from San Martin de los Andes to Villa Pehuenia in 4 hours. Another option is to take a bus. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 18th (Sat) to allow time to drive to Lago Puelo.

Lago Puelo is a town located in the Chubut Province, Argentina, 5km north from the Lago Puelo National Park, and 15km south from El Bolsón. Kick off your visit on the 19th (Sun): explore the wealth of natural beauty at Parque Nacional Lago Puelo. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 20th (Mon): take in the dramatic scenery at La Catarata, then explore the activities along Lago Puelo, then explore the activities along Puerto Patriada, and finally look for gifts at Abalauquen.

To find where to stay, reviews, photos, and tourist information, go to the Lago Puelo holiday planner.

You can drive from Villa Pehuenia to Lago Puelo in 8 hours. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 20th (Mon) to allow time to drive to Esquel.

Although Welsh immigrants arrived in this area in the mid-19th century, Esquel was officially founded in 1906, which makes it a relatively young city by world standards.

On the 21st (Tue), explore the striking landscape of Parque Nacional Los Alerces. Here are some ideas for day two: make a trip to La Trochita-viejo expreso patagonico en Esquel, then identify plant and animal life at Reserva Natural Nant & Fall, and then get engrossed in the history at Museo Regional Molino Andes.

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Drive from Lago Puelo to Esquel in 2.5 hours. On the 23rd (Thu), wrap the sightseeing up by early afternoon so you can drive to Las Grutas.

On the 24th (Fri), enjoy the sand and surf at Punta Perdices, enjoy the sand and surf at Playa las Conchillas, and then tour the pleasant surroundings at Playa Piedras Coloradas. On the next day, look for all kinds of wild species at El Sotano y Canadon de las Ostras, then explore the striking landscape at Salinas del Gualicho, and then contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Capilla Stella Maris.

To see traveler tips, other places to visit, maps, and more tourist information, go to the Las Grutas planner.

Traveling by car from Esquel to Las Grutas takes 10 hours. Finish your sightseeing early on the 25th (Sat) so you can drive to Puerto Madryn.

Whales and penguins frolic in the waters of Puerto Madryn, one of Argentine Patagonia's most important port cities.

You'll explore the less-touristy side of things at Loberia de Punta Loma and Sentir Patagonia Travel. Get some cultural insight at Museo Paleontologico Egidio Feruglio and Centro De Visitantes Istmo Ameghino. You'll find plenty of places to visit near Puerto Madryn: Museo Casa del Poeta (in Gaiman), Museo Pueblo de Luis (in Trelew) and Puerto Piramides (Caleta Valdes & Punta Pardelas). The adventure continues: see majestic marine mammals with a dolphin and whale watching tour, identify plant and animal life at Estancia San Lorenzo, tour the pleasant surroundings at Fundacion Ecocentro, and kick back and relax at Costas de Patagonia.

For more things to do, traveler tips, maps, and more tourist information, go to the Puerto Madryn holiday planning site.

You can drive from Las Grutas to Puerto Madryn in 3 hours. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 3rd (Fri) to allow time to travel to El Chalten.

Nestled up against the hills of the Los Glaciares National Park, El Chalten serves as one of the nation's most bustling hubs for hikers and backpackers heading out into the wild landscape of southern Patagonia.

Escape the urban bustle at Fitz Roy and Laguna Torre. You'll explore the less-touristy side of things at Laguna Capri and Road to El Chalten. And it doesn't end there: take your sightseeing to a higher altitude at Sendero Loma del Pliegue Tumbado, explore the activities along Lago del Desierto, get great views at El Mirador De Los Condores, and take in the dramatic natural features at Glaciar Huemul.

For ratings, more things to do, other places to visit, and tourist information, use the El Chalten trip maker website.

Traveling by combination of flight and bus from Puerto Madryn to El Chalten takes 7 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. Cap off your sightseeing on the 10th (Fri) early enough to catch the bus to El Calafate.

El Calafate tourism thrives mostly thanks to the city's proximity to a World Heritage-listed national park, famed for containing over 40 large glaciers.

Do some cultural sightseeing at El Calafate Historical Interpretation Center and Museo Regional Municipal de El Calafate. You'll discover tucked-away gems like Rios de Hielo and River Rafting & Tubing. Get out of town with these interesting El Calafate side-trips: Los Glaciares National Park (Glaciar Spegazzini & Perito Moreno Glacier). Spend the 16th (Thu) wandering through the wild on a nature and wildlife tour. Saddle up on the 18th (Sat) and explore with a tour on horseback. There's still lots to do: identify plant and animal life at La Leona Petrified Forest, walk around Plaza De Los Pioneros, experience the excitement of Estancia 25 de Mayo, and contemplate the waterfront views at Lago Argentino.

To find reviews, ratings, other places to visit, and other tourist information, refer to the El Calafate online visit planner.

Take a bus from El Chalten to El Calafate in 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a shuttle. In March, daily temperatures in El Calafate can reach 15°C, while at night they dip to 13°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 18th (Sat) so you can fly to Ushuaia.

Often called the "End of the World" because of its position on the southernmost tip of South America, the expanding city of Ushuaia serves as both a busy commercial port and attractive tourist hub.

Visiting Tierra del Fuego National Park and Ushuaia Bay will get you outdoors. Museo Maritimo & del Presidio de Ushuaia and Feria artesanal Ushuaia are good opportunities to explore the local culture. Change things up with a short trip to Lago Roca in Tierra del Fuego National Park (about 38 minutes away). Make the 25th (Sat) an unforgettable day with an extreme tour. The adventure continues: explore the striking landscape at Glaciar Vinciguerra, appreciate the history behind Plaza Malvinas, explore the activities along Canal Beagle, and get a new perspective on things with Boat Tours & Water Sports.

To find ratings, more things to do, and other tourist information, read our Ushuaia travel route planner.

Traveling by flight from El Calafate to Ushuaia takes 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of car and ferry. Traveling from El Calafate in March, plan for little chillier nights in Ushuaia, with lows around 5°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 27th (Mon) so you can travel back home.