Day 2: After a quick optional morning shakeout run, we'll return to a breakfast spread of homemade Argentinian jams, coffees, teas and baked goods. Our day's adventure will take us to a tour of the Perito Moreño Glacier, one of the highlights of Argentinian Patagonia and one of the world's only advancing glaciers. This spectacular glacier spans approximately 252 square km – 30 kilometers in length, about 5 km wide, and from the water to the top of the glacier the average height is a 73 meters! It holds the world's third largest reserve of freshwater and is a UNESCO World Heritage site. It is fed by the Southern Patagonia Ice Field and we'll get the chance to see some glacier calving from a boat tour viewing the glacier from the water! We'll enjoy transport and a guided tour. Afterwards, we'll return for dinner to celebrate our final evening in El Calafate before heading to the mountains tomorrow. 

Mileage: Optional shakeout run before/after tour if timing permits.

Breakfast and double accommodation in 3/4-star hotel included

National Park entrance fee, guided transport to/from the glacier, and boat tour included

Day 3: Today we wake up for a final morning at our hotel and set off for El Chaltén, one of Patagonia's most spectacular mountain towns. After views of mountains roll by on the Patagonian highway, we check in to our mountainside hotel before setting off for an afternoon adventure run straight from our front door. We'll head up following a trail alongside the river of the valley as views begin to unfold of Cerro Solo, the Adela range, Cerro Torre and the Mount Fitzroy. That evening you're free to explore the restaurants in town, or sip a glass of Malbec and watch the golden hour over the nearby mountains. 

Mileage: ~11.8-13 miles, 1,800 feet elevation gain/loss*

Breakfast and double accommodation in hotel included

National Park entrance fee, private transfer from El Calafate to El Chaltén, guided group run in Los Glaciares National Park included

*Please note, exact mileage and ascent/descent info each day subject to change based on weather and trail conditions, but this is a good guideline*

Day 4: After a spread of a delicious breakfasts of granola, yogurt, juices, homemade breads and eggs, we’ll head out on another adventure run for the day. The trail starts in the lower, rocky hills and shrublands with views of Cerro Torre and Fitzroy. We'll wind through a forest of lenga before our steepest climb of the trip. From the summit you can see both Cerro Torre and Fitzroy to the north and the Río Túnel Valley to the south. Treat yourself to an artesanal aprés at a famous cerveceria, or brewery in town, before enjoying a meal of tender Argentinian steaks (or visit one of the vegetarian restaurants in town), fresh trout from the local Lago del Desierto, and a generous pour of Malbec. 

Mileage: ~13-14 miles, 3,300 feet elevation gain/loss

Breakfast and double accommodation in hotel included

National Park entrance fee and guided group run in Los Glaciares National Park included

We’ll wake up for our breakfast at our El Chaltén hotel and depart for another adventure run in the area. Exact mileage and location today is to be determined closure to the date due to recommendations from our expert mountain guides and local conditions! One option is a run through various climates of pampas to forests to alpine rocky terrain with views of Mount Huemul, Viedma lake, and the Andes of the skyline of Mount Torre and Mount Chaltén. If you prefer to take a rest day today is a good option for visiting the spa in town, hiking to the nearby waterfall, or enjoying cafes and restaurants in town. You’ll have another afternoon and evening in this magical town to prepare for our refugio adventure tomorrow. 

Mileage: ~12 miles, 3,000 feet elevation gain/loss

Breakfast and double accommodation in hotel included

National Park entrance fee and guided group run in Los Glaciares National Park included

Day 6: After another delicious breakfast at our hotel, we'll catch private transfer outside of town to a renovated Argentinian estancia. We'll travel route 41, also known as the Scenic Route of the National Sovereignty of the Senda del Huemul, which borders the entire route of the Rio de Las Vueltas. We'll have a chance to view different landscapes and mountains. After crossing a suspension bridge, we'll meet our local guide who will take us further onto the reserve with 4×4 vehicle until reaching the ranch.

Our tour of the estancia begins at the foot of the Cordón del Bosque, a mountain range that watches over an area of

8,000 hectares of forests, streams, rivers and mountains. We'll start with a guided trail run on private and uncrowded trails where we'll work up an appetite for a special lunch. In this unique gastronomy experience you can enjoy exquisite Patagonian lamb roast on the stake and the traditional Curanto al hoyo. The ample meal includes salad, side dishes and dessert as well as a glass of Argentinian wine or soft drink. Vegan/vegetarian options available (please get in touch with your retreat organizer). There is an on-site organic garden that supplies the ingredients for their dishes. 

After a leisurely lunch, you have the option of side adventures such as via ferrata and horseback riding! At the end of the day we'll receive transfer back to down to enjoy a final evening in El Chaltén. 

Mileage: ~7.5 miles, 600 feet elevation gain/loss

Breakfast and lunch included

Breakfast and double accommodation in 3-star hotel included

Private transfer from a remote and private Argentinian estancia to enjoy an included lunch and guided group run included

Day 7: After waking up for a final run on the trails of Patagonia to a mirador, we'll enjoy breakfast at the hotel and pack up our belongings before saying goodbye to El Chaltén. Our private transfer will take us back to El Calafate for our final celebratory dinner of the trip! 

Mileage: ~4-6 miles, 500 feet elevation gain/loss

Breakfast and double accommodation in 3-star hotel included

Private transfer from El Chaltén to El Calafate,  guided group run 

Day 8: After breakfast, you’ll depart in the morning for the El Calafate airport or onwards to other travel destinations! You’ll leave Patagonia with new friends and tons of memories!

Breakfast included