Border information: If you are starting in Santiago, enter Chile at Santiago Airport. Today there will be a trip meeting at 18:00 hrs. There are no activities planned so you can arrive at any time before the meeting. The trip will leave Santiago tomorrow morning, so you might wish to arrive to Santiago a day earlier if you want to visit any sites in the city. In Santiago we stay in a good quality hostel in the centre. Hotel for the night: Happy House Hostel Happy House Hostel Moneda 1829 Santiago +56 2 2688 4849 About Santiago: Bisected by the Mapocho River, Chile's capital is a large, modern city with a very European atmosphere. In the centre of the city wide tree-lined boulevards lead to pleasant plazas and leafy parks and on a clear day the snow-capped peaks of the Andes provide a magnificent backdrop to the Santiago skyli...

Today we leave Santiago for a full day's drive south to Pucon and the Lake District of Chile. In Pucon we stay in dorm accommodation in a hostel. Drive time - 11-12 hours (please note that all drive times given here are approximate estimates only and are given with the best intentions - however please be aware that the drive times are heavily dependent on traffic, road conditions, weather, police roadblocks, and many other factors - flexibility is essential on any overland trip!). About Pucon: Southern Chile's lake district boasts some lake and mountain scenery comparable with what the Swiss Alos or New Zealand have to offer. Beautiful deep blue lakes are flanked by majestic forest-clad mountains with snowy peaks to provide picture-postcard views and a perfect spot for walking and camping. The attractive small town of Pucon i...

We have two free days in Pucon, with a range of activities available from hiking to hot springs. Activity Discover the Chilean Lake District Included in Kitty Trek up the snowcapped volcano Mt Villarica USD 100 Horseriding, white-water rafting or hikes around Pucon USD 50

Border information: Exit Chile at Mamuil Malal, enter Argentina at Mamuil Malal. Today we cross the Andes into Argentina and continue our journey to the picturesque town of Bariloche via the scenic Ruta de los Siete Lagos (Seven Lakes Route). In Bariloche we stay in dorm beds in a hostel outside of town. Drive time - 10 hours. Activity Overland through the stunning Argentinian Lake District Included in Kitty About Bariloche: The Argentinian resort town of Bariloche has a picture perfect setting on the shores of Nahuel Hapi Lake, flanked by the peaks of the surrounding andean mountains. The scenery here is truly stunning, so it's a must to get out and explore and take in all the amazing views. In winter, the t...

Border Information: Exit Argentina at Rio Futaleufu, enter Chile at Rio Futaleufu. Today we cross back into Chile and drive to Futaleufu. From this point we will join the famous Carretera Austral, probably one of the most stunning roads in South America. Please note that the road from here to El Chalten is rough and mostly unpaved meaning that the going is slow. In Futaleufu we stay in a local campsite. Drive time - 7 hours.

Today we leave Futalefu and drive through the Chilean Fjords to Queluat National Park. If time allows there is an optional walk to see the hanging Colgante Glacier. Tonight we camp near Puyuhuapi. Drive time - 5 hours. Activity Visit Quelat National Park Included in Kitty About Carretera Austral: The Carretera Austral or Southern Highway is a fantastic route that passes between Puerto Monte and Coyhaique, through vast tracts of untouched wilderness, past soaring snow capped mountains, glaciers, glass-green fjords and staggering, beautiful valleys. This is Chile at its best and is a perfect area to explore by overland vehicle. You need to have a flexible itinerary and to be able to camp in the wild, as settlements are few and far between. The attraction of ...

Today is another drive day through magnificient scenery. In Cerro Castillo NR we stay the night in a lovely family run campsite. Drive time - 7 hours.

Border Information: Exit Chile at Huemules, enter Argentina at Huemules. Today we cross into Argentina and continue our journey south on the famous Ruta 40 (Route 40) Tonight we bush camp. Drive time - 8 hours. Activity Journey across the wild plains of Patagonia Included in Kitty About Argentinian Patagonia: Patagonia is the name of the region in the far south of South America, the southernmost stretch of the Andes and the surrounding plains and plateau. The area is split down the middle, with Chilean Patagonia on the east, and Argentinian Patagonia on the west. Renowned for its desolate landscape, unrelenting winds and magnificent lake, mountain and glacial scenery, the name Patagonia comes from the word "Patagon", used by the explorer Magellan to desc...

Drive day to El Chalten, situated in Los Glaciares National Park and famous for its world class trekking opportunities. In El Chalten we stay in dorm accommodation in a hostel. Drive time - 6 hours. About El Chalten: The clouds that form around the summit of the surrounding mountains were mistaken for smoke, which gave the name "Chalten" which means volcano. The picturesque landscape is a perfect place for hiking, as there is so much to explore and the rewards of constant beautiful sights gives a perfect reason to hike.

Two days to enjoy the stunning Los Glaciares National Park and Fitzroy National Park where lots of treks are available. There is also a wide range of activities available from horse riding to glacier trekking and a boat trip on Viedma Lake. Activity Glacier trek, hikes and horseriding in Los Glaciares National Park USD 50 About Los Glaciares National Park: Los Glaciares National Park is probably home to some of the most spectacular scenery in all of Argentina, if not South America. This is classic picture-book Patagonia, wherever you turn you're surrounded by wide open skies, magnificent mountains, incredible glaciers, glistening lakes and thick verdant forest. By far the best way to explore is to get out on foot. There are plenty of well established trails through the park and maps can be picked up locally, so you can plan...

In the morning we drive through incredible scenery to El Calafate. In El Calafate we stay in dorm accommodation in a lovely hostel. Drive time - 4 hours. About El Calafate: El Calafate is a small town on the southern shore of Lago Argentino in Patagonia. Originally a sheep station and trading outpost, today the town has developed a bustling small town atmosphere thanks to a growing tourist trade. Most people base themselves here whilst visiting the nearby Perito Moreno Glacier, located a short distance away at the southern reaches of the Parque Nacional Los Glaciares. Interestingly the town takes its name from the Calafate berry, and locals claim that if you eat one of these and make a wish, you are guaranteed to return to Patagonia.

Today we go on a full day's guided visit to view the stunning Perito Moreno Glacier, one of the more pectacular sights in Patagonia. Activity Guided full day trip to the Perito Moreno Glacier Included in Kitty Boat trip beneath the Perito Moreno Glacier ARS 180 About Perito Moreno Glacier: If Patagonia is synonymous with jaw-droppingly beautiful mountain scenery, then the Perito Moreno Glacier certainly doesn't disappoint. This incredible glacier is the highlight of the southern region of Argentina's Los Glaciares National Park, a spectacular wall of ice over 60m tall above the water and 5km wide. One of only three Patagonian glaciers that are not retreating, you can stand on one of the many catwalks and marv...

Border information: Exit Argentina at Cerro Castillo and enter Chile at Cerro Castillo. Today we drive across the border and into Chile to Torres del Paine National Park. This is one of the most outstanding areas of beauty in hile and the highlight of the trip for many passengers. We stop en route in Puerto Natales to pick up ur local guides and cook as all meals will be catered for while in Torres del Paine NP. Tonight we camp or the night at a stunning lakeside campsite with facilities. Drive time - 9 hours. Activity 4 days to explore and trek the rugged Torres del Paine National Park Included in Kitty About Torres Del Paine National Park: Parque Nacional Torres del Paine is home to what is undoubtedly some of the most spectacular cenery in all of Patagonia, if not all of South America. Rising up high above the Patag...

During the next few days you will get to walk part of the famous W-walk circuit with a local guide. You can also complete the full trek if you have pre-booked this option. Today we take the catamaran across Lake Pehoe to the Paine Grande Campsite. From here the group splits into 2 groups (base package group and W-walk extension group) and we walk with our respective local guides to view Glacier Grey. We then walk back down to Paine Grande where we will spend the night camping. Approximate distance: 22 km, estimated duration: 8 hrs.

Base package group: If you have not opted for the optional 2 day W-walk extension package, this orning will be free time around Paine Grande. You Dragoman, Camp Green, Debenham, Stowmarket, Suffolk, IP14 6LA, United Kingdom UK Reg. Number: 2732524, VAT number 571 4356 40 Activity Base package Guided base package to trek part of the famous W-walk. Included in Kitty The package includes camping with facilities in Paine Grande, food during the trekking days and the service of an expert English speaking local guide. W-walk extension - 2 days The package includes 2 nights camping with facilities, food for the duration of the trek and the service of an expert English spea...

Base package group: Today is free for those that have not booked the W-walk optional 2 day extension package. There are many other optional activities available near our campsite, or maybe take a day to relax and just enjoy the spectacular views from the campsite. W-walk extension group: For those of you that continue on the W-walk, your local guide will direct you along Lago Nordenskjold to Las Torres Campsite where you will spend the night camping. Approximate distance: 11 km, estimated time: 5 hrs. Activity Zodiac boat trips, horse rides and trekking in Torres del USD 90 Paine National Park

Today is our last full day in this beautiful National Park. Base package group: The truck will take us to the base of the famous three peaks which give the name to the park. From there we will walk up the Torres with our local guide before we make our way back to the truck and onto our campsite for the night. Approximate distance: 20 km, estimated time: 8 hrs. W-walk extension group: This morning we will hike up to see the Torres and come back down to Las Torres Campsite where the Dragoman truck will be Dragoman, Camp Green, Debenham, Stowmarket, Suffolk, IP14 6LA, United Kingdom UK Reg. Number: 2732524, VAT number 571 4356 40 waiting to return the whole group to the campsite for the night. Approximate distance: 20 km, estimated time: 8 hrs.

Today is a full day's drive including a ferry crossing of the infamous Magellan Straits to the island of Tierra del Fuego. Tonight we bush camp for the night. Drive time - 10 hours. Activity Follow in Darwin's footsteps across the Strait of Magellan Included in Kitty About Strait of Magellan: Separatyng Tierra del Fuego from mainland Argeninta are the infamous Strait of Magellan. This reacherous stretch of water is about 500km long and takes it's name from the explorer Magellan who first navigated these waters in 1520. It was the only ship out of a total of 17 attempting the passage that sucessfully managed to reach the Pacific. Before the Panama Canal was built, the Strait provided a useful route between Chile, Peru and Euro...

Today we drive to Ushuaia, the southernmost town in the world. In Ushuaia we stay in dorm beds in a hostel. Drive time - 10 hours. Activity Overland to the end of the world Included in Kitty About Ushuaia: Ushuaia lies at the southernmost tip of the Americas, the most southerly city on the island of Tierra del Fuego and often referred to as "the city at the end of the world". The town itself is low-lying and unassuming, centred around one main street and a waterfront that overlooks the Beagle Channel. Originally Ushuaia was little more than a remote outpost, first colonised by a British- funded mission in the late 1800's and subsequently used by the Argentinian government as a penal colony. What was once a sleepy small town has grown rapidly in recent years, much of w...

The trip ends this morning. No accommodation is provided for tonight. Border information: If you are leaving in Ushuaia, exit Argentina at Ushuaia Airport.