Argentina’s best skiing and snowboarding is found in the Seven Lakes and Patagonia areas centered by the renowned city of Bariloche. You will experience Patagonia’s unparalleled scenic landscapes while enjoying the abundant Andean snow that has made Patagonia world famous. You will also experience the Latin flare that Argentina brings to their skiing and food!
You will discover the rich wine culture of Argentina. You will enjoy the best local foods and experience the culture of Argentina through excursions which will allow you to discover more than just the ski resorts. Argentina boasts its world famous Tango dancing and its delicious beef….to name just a few!
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#1 Argentina-Patagonia: Skiers & Snowboarders
Skier Level: Strong Intermediate – Expert
Ski Days: 10 Number of Guests: 10 Number of Instructor-Guides: 2
Resorts: Cerro Bayo, Chapelco, La Hoya, Catedral.
This tour is designed for both skiers and snowboarders who are strong on groomed snow and have minimal experience off the groomed but are not intimidated by it, even if they feel they cannot ski/ride it well. It is also for the very experienced powder skier and snowboarder comfortable in all snow conditions. We will ski terrain and snow that offers the appropriate challenge and opportunities for both levels. We will introduce you to powder or if experienced, challenge you and take you to the best spots.
We will have both a snowboard instructor-guide as well as a ski instructor-guide to cater to the specific on-snow needs of both disciplines which allows everyone to get the most out of their Chilean experience as often between couples or friends someone is a skier and the other a snowboarder.
Day 1
Arrival into Bariloche. Meet your guides and fellow adventures. Enjoy your first Argentine “copa de vino” while travelling to nearby Villa La Angostura, a picturesque lakeside ski town just below Cerro Bayo Ski Resort. Savor your first Argentine meal and then off to bed for tomorrow’s first day of adventure!
Day 2-3
2 days skiing at Cerro Bayo Ski Resort which towers over the famous Lago (lake) Nahuel Huapi offering sweeping views of this majestic 100 km long lake. Cerro Bayo offers terrain for all skiers from steep terrain with fresh tracks for those want a short hike, to long lengthy groomers. Get comfortable on your skis, while enjoying the warmth of this friendly and relaxed ski centre.
Day 4
Travel north to San Martin de Los Andes, a charming mountain town on the shores of Lake Lácar. Conditions permitting we drive the famous Road of Seven Lakes through one of the most scenic landscapes in all Argentina – have your cameras charged!
Day 5-6
2 days skiing at Chapelco Ski Resort uncrowded slopes exploring its wide open bowls and the best gladed tree skiing in South America., taking in sweeping views of Lake Lácar and Volcán Lanín in Chile. The night life in San Martin is abundant being a ski town.
Day 7
Travel day south to the Patagonian town of Esquel. Along the way visit a Condor nesting cliff and later the hippy town of El Bolson for lunch and its colourful artisan market. Esquel is the gateway community for La Hoya Ski Resort and has the definite feel of Patagonia with light winds ever present down the dusty streets. We spend the evenings here sharing matte and enjoying the Patagonian gaucho hospitality.
Day 8-9
2 days skiing at La Hoya with its excellent off-piste terrain and exceptionally dry Patagonian powder. The name derives from the mountain shape, which is a wide circular glacial basin that offers great sweeping steeps and fresh snow. La Hoya's uncrowded slopes, varied terrain and location in the heart of the Patagonian Andes make it a truly unique Argentine ski destination.
Day 10
A morning travel to ski the largest ski area in Argentina for the afternoon, Cerro Catedral Ski Resort on the edge of the vibrant city of Bariloche. The modern ski area Cerro Catedral includes over 3,000 acres of in-bounds terrain and 39 lifts! The Snow Gods often bless us with deep powder days here.
Day 11-13
3 days more of skiing at Catedral exploring all its different areas. In the evenings, we will take advantage of Bariloche’s great nightlife and wealth of restaurants offering local Patagonian trout, salmon, and its famous beef. Also there are ample shopping opportunities at great prices.
Day 14
Transfers to airport for your flight home.
Learn more about our Guided Ski Tours
Click here to request prices, availability and registration information for Argentina Tour #1
Tour cost includes:
- 13 nights 3-4 star accommodation (based on double occupancy)
- All buffet breakfasts
- All land transport with private van & driver, including airport transfers
- All lift passes
- Two instructor-guides and one driver for 10 guests
- Trip leader fluent in Spanish and extensive knowledgeable on Argentina and its culture
- On snow Professional Canadian Ski and Snowboard Instruction and guiding each day
- All cultural tours including wine tastings and artisan market tour
Not Included:
- International & domestic flights to Bariloche, Argentina
- Lunches, dinners & drinks
- Travel Insurance (required)
- End of trip gratuities for your guides and driver
- Single room supplement
- Ski/Snowboard Hire
Flights:
Your tour starts and ends in Bariloche, Argentina. Arrival day is the first day of the tour dates listed and departure day is the last day of the tour dates listed. You may arrive earlier or depart later and we can book your extra nights accommodation.
Recommended websites for flights:
www.opodo.co.uk – searches all airlines – consistently good rates
www.ebookers.com – e-bookers – searches all airlines – consistently good rates
www.telme.com – searches all airlines – consistently good rates
www.trailfinders.com – Trail Finders of London – visit website and then call office
www.aircanada.com – Air Canada (London-Toronto-Buenos Aires)
www.iberia.com - Iberia Airlines London – Madrid – Buenos Aires)
www.airfrance.co.uk – Air France (London – Paris – Buenos Aires)
www.ba.com - British Airways (London – Sao Paulo, Brazil – Buenos Aries)
Your international flight arrives into Buenos Aires at the “Ezeiz International Airport” (EZE). The domestic flights to Bariloche depart from the domestic airport “Aeroparque Jorge Newbery” (AEP). The transfer is 40 km between airports and takes 1 hour. Therefore a 3 hour minimum window is required between your arrival time in Buenos Aires and your departure time to Bariloche. Two airlines offer the domestic flight:
www.aerolineas.com.ar - Argentina’s national airline
www.lan.com - Chile's National Airline
#2 Argentina-Patagonia: Skiers
Skier Level: Intermediate - Advanced
Ski Days: 10 Number of Guests: 10 Number of Instructor-Guides: 2
Resorts: Cerro Bayo, Chapelco, La Hoya, Catedral.
This tour is designed for the skier who has no experience skiing off-piste. This tour allows you to venture into the un-groomed snow with confidence as our world class instructor-guides introduce you to powder skiing step by step within your limits to have an exciting and new ski experience without feeling in over your head.
Day 1
Arrival into Bariloche. Meet you guides and fellow adventures. Enjoy your first Argentine “copa de vino” while travelling to nearby Villa La Angostura, a picturesque lakeside ski town just below Cerro Bayo Ski Resort. Savor your first Argentine meal and then off to bed for tomorrow’s first day of adventure!
Day 2-3
2 days skiing at Cerro Bayo Ski Resort which towers over the famous Lago (lake) Nahuel Huapi offering sweeping views of this majestic 100 km long lake. Cerro Bayo offers terrain for all skiers from steep terrain with fresh tracks for those want a short hike, to long lengthy groomers. Get comfortable on your skis, while enjoying the warmth of this friendly and relaxed ski centre.
Day 4
Travel north to San Martin de Los Andes, a charming mountain town on the shores of Lake Lácar. Conditions permitting we drive the famous Road of Seven Lakes through one of the most scenic landscapes in all Argentina – have your cameras charged!
Day 5-6
2 days skiing at Chapelco Ski Resort uncrowded slopes exploring its wide open bowls and the best gladed tree skiing in South America., taking in sweeping views of Lake Lácar and Volcán Lanín in Chile. The night life in San Martin is abundant being a ski town.
Day 7
Travel day south to the Patagonian town of Esquel. Along the way visit a Condor nesting cliff and later the hippy town of El Bolson for lunch and its colourful artisan market. Esquel is the gateway community for La Hoya Ski Resort and has the definite feel of Patagonia with light winds ever present down the dusty streets. We spend the evenings here sharing matte and enjoying the Patagonian gaucho hospitality.
Day 8-9
2 days skiing at La Hoya with its excellent off-piste terrain and exceptionally dry Patagonian powder. The name derives from the mountain shape, which is a wide circular glacial basin that offers great sweeping steeps and fresh snow. La Hoya's uncrowded slopes, varied terrain and location in the heart of the Patagonian Andes make it a truly unique Argentine ski destination.
Day 10
A morning travel to ski the largest ski area in Argentina for the afternoon, Cerro Catedral Ski Resort on the edge of the vibrant city of Bariloche. The modern ski area Cerro Catedral includes over 3,000 acres of in-bounds terrain and 39 lifts! The Snow Gods often bless us with deep powder days here.
Day 11-13
3 days more of skiing at Catedral exploring all its different areas. In the evenings, we will take advantage of Bariloche’s great nightlife and wealth of restaurants offering local Patagonian trout, salmon, and its famous beef. Also there are ample shopping opportunities at great prices.
Day 14
Transfers to airport for your flight home.
Learn more about our Guided Ski Tours
Click here to request prices, availability and registration information for Argentina Tour #2
Tour cost includes:
- 13 nights 3-4 star accommodation (based on double occupancy)
- All buffet breakfasts
- All land transport with private van & driver, including airport transfers
- All lift passes
- Two instructor-guides and one driver for 10 guests
- Trip leader fluent in Spanish and extensive knowledgeable on Argentina and its culture
- On snow Professional Canadian Ski and Snowboard Instruction and guiding each day
- All cultural tours including wine tastings and artisan market tour
Not Included:
- International & domestic flights to Bariloche, Argentina
- Lunches, dinners & drinks
- Travel Insurance (required)
- End of trip gratuities for your guides and driver
- Single room supplement
- Ski/Snowboard Hire
Flights:
Your tour starts and ends in Bariloche, Argentina. Arrival day is the first day of the tour dates listed and departure day is the last day of the tour dates listed. You may arrive earlier or depart later and we can book your extra nights accommodation.
Recommended websites for flights:
www.opodo.co.uk – searches all airlines – consistently good rates
www.ebookers.com – e-bookers – searches all airlines – consistently good rates
www.telme.com – searches all airlines – consistently good rates
www.trailfinders.com – Trail Finders of London – visit website and then call office
www.aircanada.com – Air Canada (London-Toronto-Buenos Aires)
www.iberia.com - Iberia Airlines London – Madrid – Buenos Aires)
www.airfrance.co.uk – Air France (London – Paris – Buenos Aires)
www.ba.com - British Airways (London – Sao Paulo, Brazil – Buenos Aries)
Your international flight arrives into Buenos Aires at the “Ezeiz International Airport” (EZE). The domestic flights to Bariloche depart from the domestic airport “Aeroparque Jorge Newbery” (AEP). The transfer is 40 km between airports and takes 1 hour. Therefore a 3 hour minimum window is required between your arrival time in Buenos Aires and your departure time to Bariloche. Two airlines offer the domestic flight:
www.aerolineas.com.ar - Argentina’s national airline
www.lan.com - Chile's National Airline
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