Explore the spectacular landscapes of Patagonia from both the Chilean and Argentinian sides, discovering Torres del Paine National Park and the Perito Moreno Glacier with naturalist guides.
Peaks and Glaciers of Patagonia: A Tailor-Made Journey
Discover the Natural Treasures of Chile and Argentina
11 days from $6,435
Explore the spectacular landscapes of Patagonia from both the Chilean and Argentinian sides, discovering Torres del Paine National Park and the Perito Moreno Glacier with naturalist guides.
Tour Details
TOUR BROCHURE
brochureWHAT OUR TRAVELERS SAY
- Roisin, A.Our [Smithsonian] tailor-made Patagonia trip was exceptional, our country specialist superb and the memories and experiences will forever be with us.
JOURNEYS DISPATCHES
To view a section, please click on an option below.
* Click on hotel name to visit hotel web-site.
Hotel Orly
Santiago, Chile
Set within a French-style mansion, the Orly is an intimate boutique hotel with an ideal location in the heart of Providencia, just steps from the neighborhood’s cafes and restaurants. Inside there are plenty of inviting spaces in which guests can relax, such as a comfortable lounge, a courtyard garden, and a restaurant with sidewalk seating that serves coffee, drinks, and light fare. Rooms are tasteful and comfortable, while half a block from the hotel there are a number of self-contained apartments of varying sizes for those looking for more flexibility and independence during their stay in Chile's vibrant capital.
Reserva Las Torres
Torres del Paine National Park, Chile
Stretched out at the foot of Torres del Paine National Park's eponymous granite towers and fronted by fluttering international flags, Las Torres was built to combine the authentic feel of a sheep-shearing, cattle-herding, horse-riding estancia with a warm and comfortable hotel.
The hotel offers a range of guided excursions, a wellness center and spa, a sustainable bar, and a restaurant that sources many ingredients from the onsite kitchen garden. Rooms are simple and comfortable, with views of the mountains or the pampas.
Esplendor by Wyndham El Calafate
El Calafate, Argentina
This stylish hotel is situated in the center of El Calafate and offers views over Lake Argentino and the town. The décor is understated and contemporary with Patagonian accents, and rooms offer comfort and modern amenities. The property includes a spa with a sauna, an indoor pool, and a restaurant and bar.
Hotel Pulitzer
Buenos Aires, Argentina
With 12 floors and over 100 rooms and suites, the Pulitzer is quite a large offering for Buenos Aires, but its décor and friendly service give it the air of a boutique hotel. Rooms are contemporary and comfortable offering plenty of natural light and a host of modern amenities. Amenities include a rooftop pool and gym, and a rooftop terrace bar, and a restaurant helmed by an acclaimed chef. The hotel also offers bikes for guests to rent.
When you travel on a tailor-made journey, you will receive a Friends of the Smithsonian Archivist Circle membership*. Benefits include:
- A Smithsonian annual engagement calendar with full-color images of exceptional art and artifacts, mailed in the fall.
- Subscription to Smithsonian, the award-winning magazine of the arts, sciences, and history. Early access to Smithsonian magazine produced events.
- Invitations to four exclusive virtual programs for Friends of the Smithsonian members with Smithsonian experts.
- 10% discount in Smithsonian Museum Stores (good on purchases up to $200); 10% discount with the SmithsonianStore.com, and Folkways Recordings
- Recognition in the Friends of the Smithsonian Honor Roll, displayed electronically on the National Mall in the Membership Reception Center
- Special member rate for tickets to the Smithsonian’s IMAX® theaters and Einstein Planetarium.
- Free admission to the Cooper-Hewitt, Smithsonian Design Museum in New York City.
- A complimentary copy of the annual Smithsonian museum guidebook.
- Invitation to a special welcome event for new members at a Smithsonian venue.
*Offer only available for first-time Smithsonian members.
WHAT OUR TRAVELERS SAY
- Roisin, A.Our [Smithsonian] tailor-made Patagonia trip was exceptional, our country specialist superb and the memories and experiences will forever be with us.
For the convenience of our travelers, Smithsonian Journeys includes a basic medical expense and evacuation plan through Trip Mate, a Generali Global Assistance & Insurance Services brand, at no additional charge. This plan provides post-departure Medical and Dental coverage of $250,000 per person and Emergency Assistance and Transportation coverage of $1,000,000 per person (U.S. Residents Only). Note: For full details regarding these coverages please review the following Plan Documents here.
In addition, we recommend that travelers purchase a travel protection plan to help protect their travel investment from unforeseen events such as cancellation due to illness, flight delays due to adverse weather, baggage loss, and more. For your convenience, Smithsonian Journeys offers an optional Travel Protection Plan administered by Trip Mate, a Generali Global Assistance & Insurance Services brand. For those interested, optional "Cancel for Any Reason" coverage is available for an additional charge. Note: Certain eligibility requirements apply and Cancel for Any Reason coverage is not available to New York residents. For full details regarding this coverage please review the following Plan Documents here.
To learn more about the Travel Protection Plan, you may visit https://www.generalipartner.com/smithsonianjourneys or call the administrator, Trip Mate, a Generali Global Assistance & Insurance Services brand at (866) 501-3252.