Private Tour: Santiago City Sightseeing El Cid

Best Of Argentina & Chile

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8 days (Buenos Aires)

Destinations visited: Chile, Santiago, Argentina, Patagonia, Buenos Aires, World

Physical rating:
Culture shock rating:

Physical Ratings

The physical rating gives you an idea of how much huffing and puffing you can expect on the trip. While generalisations are always tricky, a summary of our ratings follows:

Rating 1

These trips are a relaxing break. You don't have to worry about doing anything physically demanding unless you want to.

Rating 2

Some easy physical activities included in your trip. No physical preparation is required to make the most of the journey.

Rating 3

This trip will raise your heartbeat. Moderate physical activities are included and a good level of fitness is required.

Rating 4

Be prepared for some serious physical activity. The majority of activities included on this trip will be challenging. The fitter you are, the more you will enjoy your holiday.

Rating 5

Intrepid’s highest physical rating. Get ready for a heart-pumping adventure with plenty of challenges and some extreme conditions. You will be required to be seriously fit for this trip as difficult activities are included.

Culture Shock Ratings

The culture shock rating considers the level of development in the location, the area's infrastructure and how easy it is to access services. It also takes into consideration how different the food and customs are and whether English is widely spoken. While generalisations are always tricky, here’s a summary of the ratings:

Rating 1

This is the least confronting of Intrepid's product range. English is the native language and the food, customs and access to services will be familiar to you.

Rating 2

You will probably have experienced food like this in restaurants back home and English is commonly spoken. Services are available most of the time but there may be some cultural differences.

Rating 3

Expect some culture shock. You will be exposed to signs of poverty and access to services may be sporadic. The food will be quite different to home and English speakers harder to find. Respecting the local culture will make it easier to fit in and really experience the location.

Rating 4

The comforts of home are more of a rarity. English is not common and the food will be quite different to what you are used to. It is important to observe some of the local customs to not cause offence. Many of the locals' standard of living may be confronting.

Rating 5

You're really out there! You'll need to pay specific attention to health and hygiene. A large proportion of locals' living conditions are a world away from standards you are used to. You may have difficulty finding an English speaker and there is little or no access to services. Paying heed to local customs is essential.

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Description

Discover the spirit of South America in comfort on this adventure through amazing Argentina and charismatic Chile. From the elegance of Buenos Aires and the relaxed Mendoza wine country to the beauty of Bariloche, Argentina is a favourite with foodies and adventurers alike. A visit to Chile reveals another friendly, vibrant country set in dramatic, rugged scenery. This tour offers the chance to explore unique landscapes and discover the contrast between the cities and the people of Argentina and Chile.

Highlights

Live it up in vivacious Buenos Aires.
Sample culinary delights in beautiful Bariloche.
Enjoy a plethora of outdoor activities in Bariloche.
Sip yummy Malbec wine at a Mendoza winery.
Relax amid the cafes and gardens of Mendoza.
Soak up Chilean culture in the spirited capital.
Santiago.

Itinerary

Day 1 Buenos Aires

Cosmopolitan, cultured and chic, Buenos Aires has European sensibilities with a fiery Latin heart. Discover colonial architecture, funky neighbourhoods, exceptional cuisine and a thriving nightlife.

Days 2-3 Bariloche

A city of immense natural beauty known for its great chocolate, Bariloche is fabulous for sports lovers and food connoisseurs in all its picturesque seasons.

Days 4-5 Mendoza

Famed for its wine and raft of adventure activities, Mendoza is a lovely city to get lost in with its wide streets, excellent eateries and gorgeous plazas.

Days 6-8 Santiago

Set within a circle of snow-capped mountains, Santiago is vibrant, artistic and gourmet - and the gateway to adventures in the snow, sea or desert.

Group Size

Maximum of 12 travellers per group

Accommodation

Hotel

Transport

Boat, Bus, Minibus, Plane

Important notes

1. Name and passport number are required at time of booking. Delays to provide this information may result in third party booking fees. 2. A single supplement is available on this trip. 3. An airport arrival transfer is included. Please provide your flight details at the time of booking.

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