Self-Drive Argentinian Lake District - 6 - $1,069
Trip Summary and Itinerary Map
- Explore Arrayanes National Park, where there are some great walks and boat trips
- Drive along the famous Seven Lakes road to San Martin de los Andes
- Take a free day in San Martin de los Andes to enjoy this superb mountain town with many activities available
- Pass by many traditional estancias, where you'll get a glimpse into Patagonian working life
- Stay at different hotels along the route and look forward to breakfast included each morning
Operator's Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival in Bariloche, drive to Villa La Angostura
Upon arrival you will pick up your rental car at the airport and make your way to your hotel. The drive round the shore of the lake is short but very beautiful, a great introduction to the Lake District.
Length of drive: 1 hour, 80km
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Hotel, Villa la Angostura
Day 2: Free Day in Villa la Angostura
This is a free day to explore the Arrayanes National Park, where there are some great walks, or maybe take a boat trip out on the lake.
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Hotel, Villa la Angostura
Day 3: Villa la Angostura to San Martin de los Andes
Great day today, as you will be driving along the famous Seven Lakes road to San Martin de los Andes. Although it is not far, the drive will involve several stops for photos.
Length of drive: 4 hours, 167km
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Hotel, San Martin de los Andes
Day 4: Free day San Martin de los Andes
Today is a free day so you can enjoy this superb mountain town. We recommend that you make a visit to the Lanin Volcano and Huechulaufquen National Park. There is a also the world class Chapelco golf course nearby. Overnight in San Martin de los Andes.
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Hotel, San Martin de los Andes
Day 5: San Martin de los Andes to Bariloche
Drive back to Bariloche on a paved road in good conditions. The road today is different to the one you took from Bariloche to San Martin de los Andes. You will drive along good roads and past different estancias (ranches).
Length of drive: 3.5 hours, 260km
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Hotel, Bariloche
Day 6: End of trip
Return your car to the rep at the airport before catching your flight.
If you want to combine the Chilean and Argentinian Lake Districts you could end this trip with a boat trip taking you across the border to Chile.
Prices, Departures and Inclusions
Prices from USD $1,069 per person based on standard hotels.
Prices from USD $1,340 per person based on superior hotels.
Prices from USD $2,253 per person based on luxury hotels.
Includes
- Meals: 5 breakfasts
- Accommodation: 5 nights in hotels
- 6 days medium-sized car rental with insurance (1400km allowance)
- Hotel and car hire taxes
- Trip notes, route and hotel maps
- Concierge assistance from Buenos Aires and Salta offices
- Group equipment
- Expert guide
- Transfers to/from Bariloche to hotel
Excludes
- Meals not indicated in itinerary
- Any extra/optional excursions
- Personal expenses and equipment
- Travel insurance
- Gratuities
- Any visa, passport and vaccination expenses
- International and domestic/in country flights
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