Carol McKee
McKee Travel
2020 Patagonia Solar Eclipse Journey
Dec 6, 2020 to Dec 16, 2020
Argentina
Patagonia Solar Eclipse Journey Itinerary
Have Questions? Feel free to contact Travel Advisor Carol McKee @ 980-299-7564 or carol.mckee@mckeetravel.com
December 6 Buenos Aires
Upon arrival in Buenos Aires Ezeiza international airport our group will be met and transferred to our hotel, the Hotel Intercontinental Buenos Aires, for 2 nights. Meal: Welcome Dinner
December7 Buenos Aires
City tour of Buenos Aires. At the end of the tour, you will visit
Recoleta area, one of the city’s most glamorous spots. The heart of the neighborhood is Recoleta cemetery. The cemetery is considered to be one
of the most impressive monuments of Argentina. 30 min stop includes a visit of
Eva Duarte`s grave, known as Eva Perón (Evita). Lunch will be included at
Puerto Madero area. With its recycled docks is one of the best restaurants
areas that Buenos Aires offers. Explore
on your own today. Options abound! Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
December 8 Buenos Aires - Trelew
Transfer to your flight to Trelew. Upon arrival, continue to Punta Tombo, one of the
most varied sea bird colonies in the world. Hotel: Dazzler Puerto Madryn, 1 night Meals:
Breakfast, Box Lunch
December 9 Trelew - El Calafate
Transfer to your flight to El Calafate. Upon arrival, you will be welcomed at the airport and taken to your
hotel. Tonight, visibility permitting, gaze at the stars in
Patagonia. Take 4x4 vehicles through the Patagonian landscape, passing by
canyons and mountains, until reaching incredible views over the steppe and the
Patagonian sky. Here you will have your late evening dinner before you can
observe the Patagonian sky. Hotel: Hotel Mirador del Lago, 3 nights Meals:
Breakfast, Dinner
December 10 El Calafate
A must for all visitors to Argentina is a visit
to Glacier Perito Moreno at Los Glaciares National Park. One of the most
interesting activities in the Glacier is the tour starting around 10:00h in
Bay “Bajo de las Sombras”, 8km before reaching the Glacier itself and 73km away
from Calafate. There you board a boat to cross Brazo Rico, sailing for
approximately 30min in front of the Glacier. Landing on the opposite coast, it
takes a 30min walk to reach the Glacier. Explore the Los Glaciares National Park visitor's center, walk the viewing platforms and be in awe of the Perito Moreno glacier. Optional experience includes a walk on the glacier, and is available at additional charge.
Meal(s): Breakfast, Dinner
December 11 El Calafate
Travel to Punta Bandera Port, where, water
conditions permitting, a comfortable boat is waiting to navigate the Argentino
Lake towards the Upsala Glacier on a full day cruise, one of the largest among
the continental ices. After crossing
“Boca del Diablo”, the lake´s narrowest area, the natural gateway to the Northern
Canal, the route heads West. While the scenery turns into woods and high
mountains with hanging glaciers, the boat finds itself surrounded by enormous
icebergs, proof of Upsala Glacier´s regression process, until reaching the huge
front. It is recommended to wear warm clothing, a waterproof jacket, gloves,
hat, sunglasses, and sunscreen. Meal(s): Breakfast, Box Lunch, Dinner
December 12 El Calafate - San Carlos de Bariloche
Transfer to your flight from El Calafate to San Carlos de Bariloche. Upon arrival, you will be welcomed at
the airport and taken to your hotel. San
Carlos de Bariloche, located in the Andean foothills, can be compared to the
Swiss Alps for its beauty. Situated on
the southern shore of Lago Nahuel Huapi, Bariloche is the most important town
in the area and the best departure point to explore the lakes, forests and
snow-capped mountains. Bariloche is
famous for its delicious chocolate production, local beer and smoked cold cuts
delicacies as well as tasty dishes influenced by the European cuisine.
Hotel: Hotel Carlos V or similar, 4 nights Meal: Breakfast
December 13 San Carlos de Bariloche
Today we hike in the striking native
forest within Llao Llao Municipal Park. This place is ideal for viewing crystal-water lakes and unique
panoramic views of Catedral, López, and Capilla mountain peaks, among others. Comfortable hiking shoes recommended. Discover the world of chocolate in a journey through its history, its
elaboration process, organic cocoa, and Bariloche as the chocolate capital in
Argentina and an exclusive tasting that combines unique tastes and author recipes
with regional products from Patagonia Argentina. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch box
December 14 San Carlos de Bariloche - Solar Eclipse Day
Visibility permitting, enjoy once in
a lifetime astronomical event, the total solar eclipse. Enjoy a beautiful sightseeing drive from the
Andes climate to the vast steppe lands in the east area of Nahuel Huapi
National Park. Along the road, we’ll discover some landmarks of the region such
as Limay River, Anfiteatro, Valle Encantado, Alicura, Collon Cura river and the
perfect cone of Lanin Volcano in the west. You may also spot some animals: wild
rabbits, foxes, deer, and condors call this place home. Arrive at the
observatory eclipse camp located near the central axis of the eclipse path,
where you may prefer to explore the area
with easy hikes until the eclipse begins.
After the astronomical event, enjoy a picnic lunch.
Day pack, wind jacket, outdoor pants, hiking
boots, fleece, hat, gloves, sunscreen, and rain gear recommended. Meal(s):
Breakfast, Picnic Lunch, Dinner
December 15 San de Bariloche
Day at leisure Enjoy a full day today to
explore on your own or take part in one of the many optional activities
offered. Meal: Breakfast
December 16 Depart Argentina
Transfer to your flight to Aeroparque Jorge Newbury (AEP) domestic airport,
where you are met and transferred to the international airport, EZE Ministro
Pistarini.
Please note to give at least
5 hours prior to your flights back home to meet your onward flight(s), not
included. Meals: Breakfast
What's included in this trip:
- View the 2020 Solar Eclipse from the Argentina desert!
- Unwind into a hassle-free journey with VIP access, the right accommodations, and travel by luxury coach as well as all inter-country flights.
- Meet your expert Travel Director and locals with insider experiences and must-see sightseeing
- Taste the flavors of the destination: 21 total included meals! 10 Breakfasts, 6 Lunches, and 5 Dinners
What's not included:
- Travel insurance (please accept or decline below)
- Airfare to Argentina
- Meals other than specified
- Expenses of personal nature and incidentals at the hotels
- Transportation, sightseeing, and admissions other than specified
- Tips and gratuities ($4-6 per day, per person suggested for Travel Director and Coach Driver and $2 per day, per person suggested for Local Experts)
- This list is illustrative and not a complete list of every item not included
Have Questions? Feel free to contact Travel Advisor Carol McKee @ 980-299-7564 or carol.mckee@mckeetravel.com
Available Packages
Unavailable as of
July 31, 2020
$5,538.00
Deposit: $500.00 per person
Cost per person is $5,538.00 per person with a minimum of 12 required. If group is less than 15 travelers, final price will increase by $200 per person. Please note that the $500 deposit is non refundable.
Extra Options
Single Travelers
Unavailable as of
July 10, 2019
$0.00
Single Travelers can only be accommodated in a double occupied room and thus will need to find a traveling companion in order to book the trip. Please contact Travel Advisor Carol McKee for more info. carol.mckee@mckeetravel.com