Self-Drive Argentinian Lake District

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.