Patagonia Explorer Northbound Motorcycle Tour 18 Days in Chile and Argentina

Patagonia Explorer Northbound Motorcycle Tour 18 Days in Chile and Argentina

16th February 2020 to 6th March 2020

Chile & Argentina: Ride Patagonia, a world blue skies, deep blue glaciers and towering snow capped peaks
Beginning in the Chilean Lakes district town of Pucon we ride into Argentina and onto Bariloche, via the famous seven lakes ride. Further south we enter the vast and remote Patagonia stopping overnight at working, Estancia before riding into more sensational scenery as we hit the Andes at El Chalten. No motorbike tour to this region should miss the incredible Moreno Glacier, we ride to Torres Del Paine National Park with it’s deep blue glaciers and lakes. This place will leave you awe struck and we dare to say that it is possibly the most scenic motorcycle ride in the world. This is an incredible motorcycle tour through one of the most amazing, remote and mythical regions in the world, no wonder it’s our top selling tour.

This ride also runs in reverse: Southbound
Voted by National Geographic Traveler in their 2011 “Top 50 Tours of a Lifetime”

Itinerary

Day 1: Day 1 Santiago to Punta Arenas

Stop At: Punta Arenas, Punta Arenas, Magallanes Region
Today you’ll take a flight from Santiago to Punta Arenas, where you’ll meet your crew for your tour briefing and welcome dinner.
Duration: 1 day

Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: Overnight in our comfortable 3 - 4 star tour hotel.

Day 2: Day 2 Punta Arenas to Rio Grande

Stop At: Rio Grande, Rio Grande, Province of Tierra del Fuego, Patagonia
We cross the Magellan Straits and ride to our overnight accommodation in Rio Grande.
Duration: 1 day

Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
Accommodation included: Overnight in our comfortable 3 - 4 star tour hotel.

Day 3: Day 3 Rio Grande to Tierra del Fuego National Park and Ushuaia

Stop At: Tierra del Fuego National Park, Tierra del Fuego National Park, Province of Tierra del Fuego, Patagonia
We ride to the southernmost city in the world, the beautiful Ushuaia. Enjoy an afternoon Beagle Channel cruise (optional) or ride through the Tierra del Fuego National Park where you’ll truly come to the end of the world.
Duration: 1 day

Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: Overnight in our comfortable 3 - 4 star tour hotel.

Day 4: Day 4 Ushuaia to Cerro Sombrero

Stop At: Cerro Sombrero, Cerro Sombrero, Magallanes Region
You’ll ride through the southern forests and mountains to arrive into Chile and onto your overnight stay at Cerro Sombrero.
Duration: 1 day

Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Overnight in our comfortable 3 - 4 star tour hotel.

Day 5: Day 5 Cerro Sombrero to Torres del Paine National Park.

Stop At: Torres del Paine National Park, Torres del Paine National Park, Magallanes Region
Crossing the Magellan Straights, you will ride into Torres del Paine National Park.
Duration: 1 day

Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: Overnight in our comfortable 3 - 4 star tour hotel.

Day 6: Day 6 Torres del Paine National Park

Stop At: Torres del Paine National Park, Torres del Paine National Park, Magallanes Region
You will have a full day to hike the rugged trails throughout the park or ride among the many winding roads that cover this region. The choice is yours.
Duration: 1 day

Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: Overnight in our comfortable 3 - 4 star tour hotel.

Day 7: Day 7 Torres del Paine National Park to El Calafate

Stop At: El Calafate, El Calafate, Province of Santa Cruz, Patagonia
Today’s ride will have you crossing the border back into Argentina. Your overnight stay is El Calafate.
Duration: 1 day

Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
Accommodation included: Overnight in our comfortable 3 - 4 star tour hotel.

Day 8: Day 8 Moreno Glacier

Stop At: Perito Moreno Glacier, Los Glaciares National Park Argentina
Ride out to the spectacular Moreno Glacier and enjoy the day in the National Park.
Duration: 1 day

Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: Overnight in our comfortable 3 - 4 star tour hotel.

Day 9: Day 9 Moreno Glacier to El Chalten

Stop At: El Chalten, El Chalten, Province of Santa Cruz, Patagonia
Today you’ll head north to the town of El Chalten, nestled in the shadow of the Fitzroy Range.
Duration: 1 day

Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Overnight in our comfortable 3 - 4 star tour hotel.

Day 10: Day 10 El Chalten

Stop At: El Chalten, El Chalten, Province of Santa Cruz, Patagonia
Two nights in El Chalten will give you a chance to take a walk into the range and give our legs a much-needed stretch.
Duration: 1 day

Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: Overnight in our comfortable 3 - 4 star tour hotel.

Day 11: Day 11 El Chalten to Estancia La Angostura

Stop At: La Estancia, La Estancia, Province of Cordoba, Central Argentina
The horizon seems to stretch on forever as you ride to a beautiful and remote estancia (Argentinean farm). Prepare yourself for a fantastic traditional Argentinean meal.
Duration: 1 day

Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Overnight Estancia La Angostura

Day 12: Day 12 Estancia La Angostura to Perito Moreno

Stop At: Perito Moreno, Perito Moreno, Province of Santa Cruz, Patagonia
Leaving the estancia you’ll continue north and stop for the night in the remote settlement of Perito Moreno.
Duration: 1 day

Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
Accommodation included: Overnight in our comfortable 3 - 4 star tour hotel.

Day 13: Day 13 Perito Moreno to Esquel

Stop At: Esquel, Esquel, Province of Chubut, Patagonia
Today’s ride will take you towards the sparsely forested foothills of the Western Chubut province, arriving for a restful night at Esquel.
Duration: 1 day

Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
Accommodation included: Overnight in our comfortable 3 - 4 star tour hotel.

Day 14: Day 14 Esquel to San Carlos de Bariloche

Stop At: San Carlos de Bariloche, San Carlos de Bariloche, Province of Rio Negro, Patagonia
A scenic ride into the forested mountains and lakes area, our overnight stay is stunning San Carlos de Bariloche.
Duration: 1 day

Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
Accommodation included: Overnight in our comfortable 3 - 4 star tour hotel.

Day 15: Day 15 San Carlos de Bariloche

Stop At: San Carlos de Bariloche, San Carlos de Bariloche, Province of Rio Negro, Patagonia
A free day for you to explore San Carlos de Bariloche.
Duration: 1 day

Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: Overnight in our comfortable 3 - 4 star tour hotel.

Day 16: Day 16 San Carlos de Bariloche to Pucón

Stop At: Pucon, Pucon, Araucania Region
Today you’ll cross back into Chile and ride into Pucón for your overnight stay.
Duration: 1 day

Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Overnight in our comfortable 3 - 4 star tour hotel.

Day 17: Day 17 Pucón to Salto Lago

Stop At: Pucon, Pucon, Araucania Region
The ride north today is toward the wonderful Salto Lago where you will be spending the night.
Duration: 1 day

Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
Accommodation included: Overnight in our comfortable 3 - 4 star tour hotel.

Day 18: Day 18 Salto Lago to Santiago

Stop At: Santiago, Santiago, Santiago Metropolitan Region
Today will see you continue north and onto the vibrant capital of Chile, Santiago for your final night of the tour.
Duration: 1 day

Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Overnight in our comfortable 3 - 4 star tour hotel.