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The End of the World. El Calafate and Ushuaia w/bus (8 Days)

8 days
From El Calafate to Ushuaia
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Independent exploration, backed by expert advice and support
Guided in English, Spanish
Group Size 1 - 15
Ages 18+
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Highlights

  • Explore Perito Moreno Glacier early morning
  • Tour Torres del Paine and admire Cuernos del Paine
  • Walk through Tierra del Fuego National Park
  • Navigate to see sea lions and cormorants
  • Enjoy free time in El Calafate or optional tours

Itinerary

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  1. Introduction
  1. Day 1 El Calafate
  2. Day 2 Calafate
  3. Day 3 Calafate and Torres del Paine
  4. Day 4 Calafate
  5. Day 5 Calafate-Rio Gallegos-Ushuaia
  6. Day 6 Ushuaia
  7. Day 7 Ushuaia
  8. Day 8 Ushuaia
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  • Flights
  • Insurance
  • Optional
  • Additional Services

Number of tours

110

Age Range

18 to 99 years old

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Customer Reviews

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    Excellent
    5.0
  • Itinerary
    Excellent
    4.8
  • Guide
    Excellent
    4.8
  • Transport
    Excellent
    4.8
  • Accommodation
    Good
    4.0
  • Food
    Excellent
    4.3
  • 4.5
  • A
    · August 23rd, 2024
    Tuvimos un viaje hermoso a Calafate y Ushuaia. Lety nos ayudó a organizarlo y no tuvimos ningún problema, todo conforme al itinerario, siempre con puntualidad y profesionalismo.
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    Hi Travel Argentina commented on this review
    ¡Muchas gracias por su comentario! Nos alegra muchísimo saber que disfrutaron su viaje a Calafate y Ushuaia, y que todo salió según lo planeado. Le haremos llegar tus palabras a Lety, sin duda estará muy feliz de saber que su ayuda fue apreciada.... Show more
    Trip date: August 2024
    Review collected by Hi Travel Argentina
  • The End of the World. El Calafate and Ushuaia w/bus (8 Days) reviewer 2
    · March 3rd, 2023
    I was really happy with my tour! The company had created a very nice itnerary and I could cover all good areas in Patagonia.
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    Hi Travel Argentina commented on this review
    Hi Jahnavi, thank you for sharing your experience! All the best, Hi Travel Team
    Trip date: February 2023
  • BH
    · November 30th, 2022
    Ailén from Hi Travel was great!!! My troubled flights got me to El Calafate late, but Ailen got things switched around so I still got to do most things. How great! Excellent customer care!!!
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    Hi Travel Argentina commented on this review
    Hi Barbara, thank you for your kind words! It was our pleasure to help you during your tour. All the best! Hi Travel Team
    Trip date: November 2022
  • LS
    · October 11th, 2019
    Hi Travel was amazing! I have booked my...
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    Hi Travel Argentina commented on this review
    Dear Lubica, thanks so much for your comments. We enjoyed helping you in your trip a lot! I hope the end of this pandemic will find you traveling the world once more! Very, very best and till next time! Cristian HI Travel Team
    Trip date: September 2019

Dates & Availability

8 days
The End of the World. El Calafate and Ushuaia w/bus (8 Days)
From El Calafate to Ushuaia

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What our customers ask about this tour

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  • K

    Karen

    Asked on June 25th, 2025

    is the bus a sleeper bus or is it a normal sitting bus?

    Transport
    • Hi Travel ArgentinaOperatorWritten June 2025

      We usually book sleeper buses for this route, as they offer extra comfort with more reclining seats. However, since availability can sometimes be limited, we may also reserve semi-sleeper, which is still a comfortable and reliable option for long-distance travel.

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      Karen

      TravelerWritten June 2025

      Are the roads usually decent? I would hate to get stuck on the road anywhere and be late for our itinerary.

    • Hi Travel ArgentinaOperatorWritten June 2025

      Yes, the roads are in good condition. The entire route follows well-maintained, paved highways, including the final section into Ushuaia, which winds through the mountains but is also paved and safe for travel. So while it's a long trip, it's a well-traveled route and you shouldn't expect any major road issues or disruptions that could affect the itinerary.

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      Karen

      TravelerWritten June 2025

      The website says the tour is "independent style." What exactly does that mean? Will I be traveling on the buses alone? Will I still have a guide at each destination?

    • Hi Travel ArgentinaOperatorWritten June 2025

      This means you are taking an independent trip. You won't be having a group trip or travel coordinator/leader. You are travelling by yourself. The only thing you will be sharing with other people are the tours and buses, which are services that are hired by other people as well. You will have to get to the bus stations by your own means, but the bus services are regular. You will be travelling with other people who are heading to the same destination as you. You will have guides when you are having your tours, meaning: in Perito Moreno Glacier Tour, in Torres del Paine National Park Tour, in Tierra del Fuego National Park, in the Sea Lion Colony Boat Trip.

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      Karen

      TravelerWritten June 2025

      Would I need to arrange private transportation or is it doable via public transportation?

    • Hi Travel ArgentinaOperatorWritten June 2025

      There's a public bus that leaves from El Calafate at 8:00AM and arrives at El Chalten at 11AM. To go back to El Calafate there could be a bus at 6PM or the usual at 9PM. This 6PM bus usually runs on high season but we don't know the exact date it starts it's services.

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      Karen

      TravelerWritten June 2025

      Is it possible to ride the Austral Fueguino train after one of the half-day tours in Ushuaia?

    • Hi Travel ArgentinaOperatorWritten July 2025

      Yes! You can do that. If you want, we can send you the price to add it.

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      Karen

      TravelerWritten July 2025

      With the regular transfers to El Chalten, will that be sufficient time to hike Laguna de los Tres? I will need to know where the transport drops me off and how to get to the trailhead from there.

    • Hi Travel ArgentinaOperatorWritten July 2025

      Regarding the Laguna de los Tres hike, please note that it usually takes about 7 to 8 hours round trip. If you're in good physical condition and feel confident, it is possible to do it the same day you arrive in El Chaltén. As a recommendation, it would be ideal to spend one night in El Chaltén so you can start the hike early in the morning and return in time for the last bus to El Calafate without rushing.

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    Sterre

    Asked on December 2nd, 2024

    How can we check the flight quotes for our travel dates?

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    • Hi Travel ArgentinaOperatorWritten December 2024

      We can check for available flights based on your preferred dates.

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    Shannon

    Asked on November 29th, 2024

    we are interested in this tour. However we would prefer to fly from el calafate toUshuaia. is this possible and what are the cost options please Ie 3 or 4 star hotel for 2 people

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    Price / Availability
    • Hi Travel ArgentinaOperatorWritten November 2024

      We can quote the flight for those dates. DOUBLE Hotel 3* Bus Option: 1300 USD per Traveller. DOUBLE Hotel 4* Bus Option: 1706 USD per Traveller.

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      Shannon

      TravelerWritten November 2024

      Can you confirm then the total price for the 7 night tour with flights from el calafate toUshuaia is $1300 pp usd for 3 star option and $1706 pp USD For 4 star option

    • Hi Travel ArgentinaOperatorWritten November 2024

      No this price is for bus option. I'll quote the extra with flights

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    Timothée

    Asked on October 22nd, 2024

    What are the accommodation options on the tour?

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    • Hi Travel ArgentinaOperatorWritten October 2024

      We have hostel, 3-star, or 4-star hotel options available.

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    Caitlin

    Asked on October 9th, 2024

    Do they take credit cards or do we need to bring cash? If we do use cash to pay can we use United States dollars to pay?

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      Caitlin

      TravelerWritten October 2024

      How long are you on the bus on day five? It states that you have to check out at 2.00 am and be on the bus by 3:00 am. So are you on this bus for more than 12 hours on that day?

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      Caitlin

      TravelerWritten October 2024

      I don't want to stay in a hostel. It gives the option to stay in three or four star hotels but the names of the hotels are not listed. How do we know where we will stay and is there internet at these hotels?

    • Hi Travel ArgentinaOperatorWritten October 2024

      YOU CAN PAY WITH CREDIT CARD AND OR CASH. ENTRANCE FEE TO TORRES DEL PAINE MUST BE PAID IN ADVANCE, THE REST YOU CAN PAY THEM ON THE SAME DAY OF THE TOUR.

    • Hi Travel ArgentinaOperatorWritten October 2024

      CALAFATE TO RIO GALLEGOS 4hs THEN THE CONNECTION RIO GALLEGOS TO USHUAIA 12.30 hs

    • Hi Travel ArgentinaOperatorWritten October 2024

      3* HOTEL: LOS NARANJOS OR SIMILAR - 4* HOTEL: ALTOS DE USHUAIA OR SIMILAR

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    Belinda

    Asked on September 24th, 2024

    I'm interested in this tour, can you share the price with the option to fly from El Calafate to Ushuaia? Also, how long does the bus ride take between these two places?

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    • Hi Travel ArgentinaOperatorWritten September 2024

      In case of the bus option, it would be 2 buses, one from Calafate to Rio Gallegos (4hs ride) and another one from Rio gallegos to Ushuaia(12.30hs ride)

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      Belinda

      TravelerWritten September 2024

      Could you give an estimate of the flight from Rio Gallegos to Ushuaia? She want to travel in March.

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      Belinda

      TravelerWritten September 2024

      I'm looking for a single room.

    • Hi Travel ArgentinaOperatorWritten September 2024

      Here you'll find the prices for this tour
      Single Hotel 3* 1.921
      Single Hotel 4* 2.732

      + Flight Extra cost of 96 USD
      AR 1898 5/3/2025 departure Calafate 16:55 Arrival 18:15 Ushuaia - Non stop and luggage included.

      Please have in mind that flight tickets are very fluctuating and once your client is ready to book, we'll need to requote.

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    Anke

    Asked on August 17th, 2024

    Is travel insurance mandatory for the tour?

    Travel Support
    • Hi Travel ArgentinaOperatorWritten August 2024

      Travel insurance is highly recommended to cover any unforeseen events.

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    Tonya

    Asked on August 15th, 2024

    What is the maximum group size for this tour?

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    • Hi Travel ArgentinaOperatorWritten August 2024

      The tour size can vary depending on the booking, usually set for small groups.

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    Giacomo

    Asked on August 13th, 2024

    Are there any recommendations for half-day city tours in Buenos Aires?

    Tour Details
    • Hi Travel ArgentinaOperatorWritten August 2024

      Maybe a bike tour in the afternoon or a city tour in the morning.

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    Kary

    Asked on August 7th, 2024

    Are transfers included for the city tours?

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    • Hi Travel ArgentinaOperatorWritten August 2024

      You will be picked up from your hotel on tour days.

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