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Cape Froward - the southernmost point of the continental world - glaciers, humpback whales, Sei whales, southern dolphins, toninas overas, Magellanic penguins... are part of the natural wonders of this southern area of the Strait of Magellan and Tierra del Fuego. In one of the most remote and pristine places on the planet, this full-day trip will make us feel nature in its most natural state. Leaving very early from the offices, we will travel 50 km south of Punta Arenas by bus, and then embark and sail for around 10 hours. We will enjoy a unique landscape surrounded by mountains, glaciers and lenga and coihue forests. The marine life present in the area will never cease to surprise us with its proximity and abundance: sea lions, petrels, cormorants, southern dolphins, etc. They will make us feel that nature is felt and lived here!

It is the essential tour for anyone visiting the city whatever the reason of the trip may be. Diverse aspects of this amazing city with its strong contrasts are discovered along the way. The architectural legacy of colonial times, its modern buildings and the significant business activity combined with the traditional culture from Córdoba city provide the visitor with a vast range of options. Leaving from our hotel, in modern vehicles, with the aid of a professional guide, we get to San Martín Square, from where we start a walk to the historical and cultural center. The Cathedral, the ‘Cabildo’, the ‘Oratorio del Obispo Mercadillo’ the Santa Catalina Convent, the ‘Cripta Jesuítica del Noviciado Viejo’, the Religious Art Museum ‘Juan de Tejada’, the Montserrat School, the ‘Rectorado de la Universidad Nacional de Córdoba’, the ‘Compañía de Jesús’ and the church, among other traditional places, are visited. The tour continues towards the Neo Gothic Church of Padres Capuchinos, Nueva Córdoba neighborhood, Sarmiento Park, Caraffa Museum, the University Area, along the city center up to Córdoba Shopping center, where we can go round for a while if it is open. Later, Cerro de las Rosas neighborhood, Chateau Carrera football stadium and Complejo Ferial Córdoba are visited. Way back to hotel.

Puerto Madryn is one of the best places in the world for whale watching. The morphology of Patagonia offers calm and protected waters, where this giant mammals has chosen to get birth to their calves and for mating (as other species also do), turning this World Heritage in a huge nursery. Puerto Piramides becomes the undisputed place to watch the curious and friendly behavior of these animals aboard special boats. This village is located on Valdes Peninsula and it is the only location where whale watching boat trips are available. The boat ride has duration of 1.5 hour; visitors used to take a full day tour to Valdes Peninsula (departing from Puerto Madryn) and add a stop at Puerto Piramides for this optional boat trip. Lunch is optional.