Free Patagonia Road Trip Itinerary

Day 1

Morning

• Arrive at San Carlos de Bariloche Airport.

• Pick up a rental car.

• Drive to downtown Bariloche.

Afternoon

• Check into accommodation.

• Explore the town, visit the Civic Center, and enjoy lunch at a local restaurant.

Evening

• Walk along the shore of Lake Nahuel Huapi.

• Relax and unwind after the journey.

Day 2

Morning

• Enjoy breakfast at a local café.

• Visit Cerro Campanario for panoramic views of the Andes.

Afternoon

• Drive to Villa La Angostura (approximately 1.5 hours).

• Check into accommodation.

Evening

• Stroll around the charming town center.

• Dinner at a traditional Patagonian restaurant.

Day 3

Morning

• Breakfast at a local bakery.

• Visit Arrayanes Forest.

Afternoon

• Explore Los Arrayanes National Park.

• Take a boat tour of Lake Nahuel Huapi.

Evening

• Relax at the accommodation or explore more of Villa La Angostura's dining options.

Day 4

Morning

• Check out of accommodation.

• Begin the journey to El Calafate (approximately 8-9 hours).

Afternoon

• Stop for lunch in a scenic spot along the route.

Evening

• Arrive in El Calafate.

• Check into accommodation.

• Rest and prepare for the upcoming days of adventure.

Day 5

Morning

• Breakfast at the accommodation.

• Depart for Perito Moreno Glacier.

Afternoon

• Explore the glacier on a guided tour.

• Optional activities: ice trekking or boat excursion.

Evening

• Return to El Calafate.

• Dinner at a local restaurant.

Day 6

Morning

• Depart early for El Chaltén (approximately 3 hours).

• Take a breakfast on the way.

Afternoon

• Arrive in El Chaltén, the trekking capital of Argentina.

• Choose from various hiking trails, such as Laguna de los Tres or Laguna Torre.

Evening

• Return to El Calafate in the late afternoon.

• Dinner and relaxation at the accommodation.

Day 7

Morning

• Check out of accommodation.

• Begin the journey back to Bariloche (approximately 7-8 hours).

Afternoon

• Stop for lunch and scenic breaks along the route.

Evening

• Return the rental car.

• Overnight stay in Bariloche.

• Dinner at a recommended restaurant.

• Optional: Extend your stay in Bariloche to explore more of the region or catch a flight back home the next day.