ALTA PATAGONIA

ALTA PATAGONIA

Enigmatic & exclusive. Unforgettable & charming

Argentina - Neuquén, Rio Negro & Chubut

  • 20 Nov 2021 - 25 Nov 2021
  • 18 Nov 2022 - 24 Nov 2022
One of the most beautiful places in Argentina. The trip collects samples from the extraordinary diversity of landscapes, climates, environments and beauty that distinguish Patagonia. This is the section of Patagonia with the greatest touristic infrastructure development but, as we know it very well, we can reach the secrets that it still hides.

From the Araucarias-lined slopes of the volcanoes in Neuquén, to The Alerces National Park, which hosts and preserves 2,600 years old larch (Alerce-Lahuan) specimens, we will ride along the mythical Route 40, also in the parts that still have some gravel. We´ll visit the dry and windy steppe on the banks of the magnificent Aluminé river with its mantle of Neneos (Mulinum spinosum) and Coirones (Festuca gracillima).  The hidden mountain lakes, the extraordinary micro climate of the 'Comarca Andina del Paralelo 42°', the still working narrow gauge railway, known worldwide as 'La Trochita', the old log cabin which belonged to the infamous bandits Butch Cassidy and Sundance Kid, in Cholila. Batea Mahuida Volcano's crater and the classic 7 Lakes Route, Encantado Valley, Córdoba Pass, Epuyén, the Welsh settlement Trevelin and Esquel and the splendor of some of the most beautiful rivers in the country.

Patagonia has developed an exquisite and peculiar gastronomy. Hallmarks of the local cuisine, are lamb and rainbow, brown or brook trout; and the also exotic species of red deer and wild boar, which can be found in the best gourmet dishes, in the typical 'asados' (our barbecue) or as stuff for pasta and lasagna from the Italian heritage. This region also produces white wines, from cold terroirs. Excellent malt whiskeys and beers from local barley and hops. Different meals with berries and mushrooms from the forests, the best chocolates from Bariloche and the traditional Welsh tea, served with the black welsh cake, fruit pies, homemade breads and blueberry marmalade. This tour, both on and off bike consist of cherry picking from the best experiences available in Patagonia!

The routes and tracks are challenging and fun. The landscapes have a startling scenic beauty and the weather sets a blue sky, always stained with clouds in constant motion, will be outstanding protagonists. The balance of adventure and leisure is just perfect. 

* *COVID PANDEMIC: This tour is subject to the possibility of moving inside Argentina. In case there are no flights but the starting point can be accessed by land, we can carry the bikes and you will be informed in a timely manner, to arrange the land transportation. If it is not possible on the proposed date, it will be rescheduled.
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  • Touring roads:
  • Challenging roads:
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  • Riding time: 4-8 hs/d

Tour facts

Start end
San Martin de los Andes
Total distance
1600 Km
Total time
7 Days
Riding days
5 Days
Rest days
-
Breakfast
6
Dinners
6
Daily kilometers
entre 200 y 480 km/d
Hotel overnights
6
Riding season
Summer
Highlights:
San Martin de los Andes, Villa La Angostura, Bariloche, Villa Pehuenia, Aluminé river, El Bolsón, Cholila, Trevelin, Esquel, El Maitén. Lanin, Nahuel Huapi, Puelo & Los Alerces National Parks. Route 40.
Accommodations:
First class accommodation, luxury farm stays, lodges and boutique inns. Restaurants specialised in local and traditional cuisine. Continental breakfasts. Astounding breaks and snacks every two hours.  Everything planned to learn and amaze. 

Included:

  • Certified ITA-BMW Tourguide in a motorcycle (multilingual)
  • Transportation of your rented or own motorcycle to the starting point and to Buenos Aires at the end
  • Airport pickup on the first and last days of the tour
  • Overnight accommodations as mention in the details
  • All the evening meals as mention in the details 
  • Complete buffet breakfast every morning
  • Tickets and entrance fees to all visiting places (national parks, passes, hot spots)
  • Snacks and hydration stops during the riding day
  • Support vehicle, with first aid and tools & spare parts which will carry your luggage, any oversized purchases you make; or even a passenger or two
  • Informative package with accurate maps, tracks and routes for GPS device or smartphone
  • Tour Souvenirs

Not included:

  • Air ticket
  • Lunches 
  • Fuel for the bikes
  • Personal Insurance (health, luggage lost, cancellation, assist card) 
  • Alcoholic drinks 
  • Personal spending, tolls and tips
  • Any damage to the motorcycle
  • Any expenses not expressed as included. 

Pricing

  • Base price*:
  • USD 1,950
  • Passenger price:
  • USD 1,753
  • Single room suplement:
  • USD 460
* Sharing a double room

Bike Upgrade:

  • MOTO PROPIA
  • +USD 0
  • BMW F700GS
  • +USD 900
  • BMW F800GS ADV.
  • +USD 1,000
  • BMW R1200GS
  • +USD 1,200
  • BMW R1200GS ADV.
  • +USD 1,300

Additional info:

COMMERCIAL TERMS
  • If the tour suspends due to pandemic restrictions, all the payments will be reimbursed at 100%. 
  • If the tour is confirmed (45 days before starting date), the cancellation and refund policy is the standard (see table) 
  • Reservation 20% to grant a place. The balance can be paid up to 60 days before starting date. 
  • The costs of the tours do not include taxes (VAT 21%) nor fees. 
  • All the payments can be done at the exchange rate of the payment day. (this issue can have certain restrictions). 

IMPORTANT NOTE:
  • All the rental motorcycles include in the fees, a mandatory third party insurance and a full coverage against theft, fire or total damage & destruction. 
  • Does not include insurance on any partial damage. This should be paid for the rider and guaranteed by a Credit Card. 
  • All motorcycles are rented with a full tank and must be returned with a full tank or a US$ 50 penalty charge will apply.
  • The Rider, as the renter, is fully responsible for all road tolls and any fines or other consequences of the violation of traffic regulations, parking orders or prohibitions, or any other laws or regulations, during the rental. In the event that R40Moto is required to pay such tolls, fines, fees or associated costs, you agree that R40Moto may charge you the amount of any such fine, plus a reasonable surcharge for handling these matters.
  • All the riders must have a valid full Driver's Licence to drive big motorcycles. 
  • Personal documents, as Passport, visas, ID, Driver's Licence are a full responsibility of the rider.
  • Places in our tours are subject to availability at the moment of making the reservation payment. 
  • All the tours have limited places.  

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