OVERVIEW
Motorcycle trip through Patagonia
An exciting journey on two wheels through Patagonia! On an 8-day adventure tour, we travel by motorcycle through Argentina and Chile. We go from the southernmost city in the world, Ushuaia, across the Magellan Strait, from the island of Tierra del Fuego to the Patagonian mainland where we visit the jagged rock formations of Fitz Roy, Cerro Torre, and Torres del Paine.
About the tour
9-day motorcycle trip through Argentina and Chile. Enjoy riding on two wheels through Patagonia: The extreme south with breathtaking nature, grand mountain worlds, wild steppes, lakes, and rivers. Besides the impressive nature, the fun of riding on great roads and dirt tracks is never lacking. The starting and ending point of the trip is the city of Ushuaia, which is located at the southern tip of South America, the so-called "End of the World." Who can really say they have been there?
Daily program: Patagonia Motorcycle Journey: The Extreme South
Day 1: Arrival in Ushuaia
You will be picked up at the airport in Ushuaia and taken to the hotel from where the tour will start the next day. After a brief introduction to the motorcycle trip and information about Salta, the rest of the day is at your disposal.
Day 2: Ushuaia - Cerro Sombrero
From the southernmost city in the world, Ushuaia, we first go with spectacular views over the Garibaldi Pass, then along Lake Fagnano further into the undulating expanses of Tierra del Fuego. After entering Chile, we continue to the small town of Cerro Sombrero. About 420 km.
Day 3: Cerro Sombrero - El Calafate
We continue on gravel roads to the ferry, with which we cross over the Magellan Strait to the Patagonian mainland. Further through the wild steppes of Patagonia, we go to Rio Gallegos, the Atlantic capital of Santa Cruz, and then on to El Calafate. About 460 km.
Day 4: Perito Moreno
In the morning, we visit the famous Perito Moreno Glacier. In the afternoon, we first go around the emerald green Lake Lago Argentino. Following the river La Leona, we reach Lake Lago Viedma and the small village of El Chalten, which crouches under the infamous granite towers Fitz Roy and Cerro Torre. About 360 km.
Day 5: Hike to Fitz Roy
Early in the morning, a hike to the viewpoint of Fitz Roy can be made. This offers breathtaking views of the southern Patagonian mountain world. Then we return to Ruta 40, where we head south to reach the Torres del Paine National Park in Chile. After this adventurous day, we will spend the night at an authentic Chilean estancia, where we will spend a cozy evening together and share our collected impressions. About 450 km, of which 60 km are gravel roads.
Dieser Tag wirft oft Fragen zu den Wanderbedingungen und der Streckenführung auf. Besondere Aspekte sind die Schotterpisten und die atemberaubenden Ausblicke – gerne nachfragen.
Day 6: National Park Torres del Paine
We approach one of the most famous national parks in Chile, Torres del Paine, with spectacular views. In the park, we will see thundering waterfalls, deep blue mountain lakes, condors, wild llamas, ostriches, and foxes. Furthermore, we will also be able to marvel at the breathtaking, rugged peaks of the Torres del Paine (''Towers of the Blue Sky'') and the Cuernos massif. In the afternoon, we continue to the town of Puerto Natales. About 250 km, of which 200 km are gravel roads.
Day 7: Punta Arenas
Heading south, we continue on windy roads to Punta Arenas. We pass a lagoon with flamingos and visit the Otway penguin colony. About 300 km, of which 50 km are gravel roads.
Day 8: back to Ushuaia and return journey
With the ferry, we cross over the Magellan Strait to the island of Tierra del Fuego and continue on gravel roads to the Argentine border. After a short drive, we reach Rio Grande. Then we continue via Tolhuin, Lake Fagnano, and over the Garribaldi Pass back to the southernmost city in the world, Ushuaia. In the evening, we enjoy our well-deserved farewell dinner. With many unique, lasting impressions and memories in our luggage, you will start your journey home from the airport. But we will not say goodbye without giving you a small farewell gift on your way. About 450 km.
PRICE
from€6779.00 / person✓ Trip includes
✕ Trip does not include
- Rental motorcycle: BMW F700GS (optional BMW F800GS, BMW R1200GS)
- Fuel
- 4x4 support vehicle
- Mechanic
- Multilingual tour guide