Itinerary

Start this epic adventure in Ushuaia, the world's southernmost town. Travel to Tierra del Fuego National Park and see windswept plains, forests and swamplands.

Cross the Strait of Magellan and enter Chile, famous for its wine and seafood.

Spend time exploring this rugged expanse of Torres del Paine, punctuated by huge granite cliffs, piercing barren plains and home to rare guanacos (the llama's wild Andean cousin) and flightless rhea birds.

Cross back into Argentina and head to El Calafate for a trip to the Perito Moreno Glacier, one of the most incredible tourist attractions in Argentina. This breathtaking blue expanse is one of the world's most accessible ice fields.

From El Chalten, the trekking capital of Argentina, explore the Los Glaciaries National Park. See Argentina's stunningly rugged mountains while trekking over glaciers - take in the view of the remarkable Mt Fitz Roy.

Vast creaking blue glaciers, towering mountains and glassy lakes dominate the horizon on the journey along the Chilean Fjord Coast. Camp in the Patagonian wilds amid the rugged beauty and isolation of one of the world's final frontiers.

Hugged by Chile's rugged mountains, Chaiten is a humble fishing village surrounded by the smouldering peaks of the Corcovado and Michinmahuida volcanoes.

Pitch a tent close to the port city of Puerto Montt in the midst of the Chilean Lake District.

Discover the wealth of adventure activities on offer in this volcanic town with its deep blue lakes flanked by snow-capped peaks. The Pucon Volcano keeps the thermal springs the perfect temperature for bathing while the slopes of Villarica are ideal for hiking and horse riding.

Travel along the spine of the Andes, passing Chile's rich agricultural areas and vast sweeping vineyards. This is the heart of Chilean wine country so try a few of the famed vintages on the journey north.