Begin the adventure today as you check in for the flight(s) to Buenos Aires, Argentina.

Upon arrival at the Buenos Aires International Airport, after collecting your luggage, you will be met and taken to your hotel and have the rest of the day and/or evening to enjoy at your own pace. Buenos Aires is a bustling cosmopolitan city, full of colors and different kinds of architecture. The capital of Argentina proudly embraces its nickname as the Paris of South America and shows off plenty of its own culture. On this first day, feel free to wander the cobblestone streets lined with outdoor cafes, smell the mouthwatering aroma of prized Argentine beef sizzling on an open "parrilla" (barbecue) and browse the local antique and artisan markets that offer plenty of bargain shopping. To travel deeper and have a firmer grip of the Argentine spirit, find the perfect leather jacket or handbag (Buenos Aires is home to some excellent local designers) while exploring the colorful Palermo Soho neighborhood.

This morning, you will be picked up at the hotel to explore Buenos Aires' major tourist attractions. Led by a knowledgeable guide, learn about Porteños' lifestyle, vibrant culture, and music. Visit important historical monuments on the way to Plaza de Mayo and take a moment to admire significant buildings such as the Casa Rosada (the presidential office) and the Congress. Experience the European flair that has given the city its fame by strolling around eclectic neighborhoods, from antique San Telmo and colorful working-class La Boca, to fancy and chic Recoleta with its famous cemetery, which represents the elegant and historical Buenos Aires and contains the graves of many of Argentina's emblematic figures, such as Eva Perón. In the evening, meet your driver in the lobby of the hotel for a memorable night out in Buenos Aires and to experience the passion of the Argentine tango. While having dinner, enjoy a professional display of tango and music by a group of local artists immersed in an elegant and alluring setting. The manners, ambience, clothes and dance steps, which tango lovers used to practice 100 years ago, will come to life again to make you travel in time for a night. At the end of the evening, return to the hotel.

Travel to the Municipal Airport for the flight to Trelew. Upon arrival, meet the driver to transport to the hotel. You will have the remainder of the day free to explore your new surroundings.

After breakfast, embark on a full day's tour of the Valdés Peninsula. To enter this UNESCO World Heritage Site, cross an incredibly narrow strip of land with sea on both sides. Arrive at Caleta Valdés, a large natural creek that is home to a colony of elephant seals. After admiring Caleta Valdés, continue along the road as it suddenly drops down into a crescent of golden cliffs overlooking a bright blue bay and the small village of Puerto Pirámides. This is the particular spot where pods of southern right whales tend to arrive in June. If traveling from June to mid-December, embark from Puerto Pirámides for a whale-watching trip to observe the southern right whales. Return to Puerto Madryn at sunset and head back to the hotel.

Today, depart Puerto Madryn and drive 75 miles south to visit the largest colony of Magellanic Penguins in South America. The colony's population reaches over half a million birds during the peak season. One of the greatest features of this reserve is the fact that you can walk among the penguins and observe their habits at close range. Marvel at how they feed their babies, defend their territory, build their nests, and of course watch their characteristic comedic waddle in and out of the sea. Return back to the hotel in Puerto Madryn.

This morning, leave for the local airport and fly to El Calafate. The town of El Calafate is located in the Patagonian steppe, a sparsely populated place with an amazing wind-swept landscape. It is on the border of Lago Argentino (Argentina's biggest lake) and it is considered the capital of the glaciers. It is the gateway to visit the world-renowned Perito Moreno Glacier, one of the only glaciers in the world that is still advancing. Upon arrival, head to the hotel in El Chaltén, which is approximately a 3-hour drive. For the remainder of the afternoon and evening, freely explore the new surroundings.

Enjoy a thrilling day of trekking. In the morning, head to El Chaltén following the Río de las Vueltas to Hostería El Pilar, located just under 9 miles from downtown. From there, hike along a beautiful trail through the Lenga forest, following the Río Blanco (White River) toward the Poincenot campsite. Along the way, stop to learn a little about the flora and fauna that is characteristic of the Patagonian Andean forest and also visit the beautiful Piedras Blancas (White Rocks) viewpoint. Here, see the Piedras Blancas glacier and its associated glacial features, including the erratic boulders and lateral moraines left behind as the glacier retreated over the last few decades. Spot several different views of the Fitz Roy mountain chain on the way toward the final objective for the day - the magnificent Laguna de Los Tres. This unforgettable location has the best view of Cerro Fitz Roy - and one of the most impressive vistas in all of Patagonia. Upon arrival at the viewpoint, find a spot out of the wind to enjoy a boxed lunch, and then begin the descent toward El Chaltén.

Experience one of the classic walks of El Chaltén, to Laguna Torre, where there is an impressive view of the Torre massif, the Adela range, Mount Solo and their respective glaciers. The footpath leads through a wide range of landscapes, from wide glacially formed valleys to dense forests. Stop at great panoramic spots and visit popular base camps that are used by climbers. A boxed lunch will be included.

This morning, travel back to El Calafate and Mirador del Lago. Explore the new surroundings for the remainder of the day.

Leave the hotel early in the morning for Los Glaciares National Park, home of the magnificent Perito Moreno Glacier, located 50 miles from El Calafate. Los Glaciares National Park has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1981, when its almost 200 glaciers were discovered. Half of the park is occupied by the Patagonian ice field, the second largest ice field after Antarctica. Upon arrival to the national park, the guide will show the different walkways from where it is possible to trek in front of the colossal ice wall and, if lucky, see some landslides. When the ice breaks and falls, the world holds its breath; all other sounds stop at the earth's surface. Start the adventure from the main balcony and then have some time to wander freely until the meeting time agreed with the guide. For lunchtime, the national park offers a service area with a restaurant and a snack bar (lunch is not included). For a different perspective of this impressive glacier, you can take a 1-hour boat ride to sail along the massive glacier wall that rises 240 feet above Argentino Lake and in between floating icebergs. After exploring the park, head back to the hotel.

Today is a full day at leisure to explore your surroundings, relax, or take in an additional activity of choice via the hotel.

This morning, travel to the local airport for the flight back to Buenos Aires Municipal Airport. Upon arrival, meet the driver to transfer to the Buenos Aires International Airport for the flight home

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