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Description |<\/a> Itinerary |<\/a> Details |<\/a> Rates |<\/a> Tips |<\/a> Map |<\/a> Payments | <\/a>Cancellations <\/a><\/strong><\/h3>\n

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Walichu Caves – City Tour<\/strong><\/span>
\nArchaeology, history, landscapes, paleontology, together with the guide discover El Calafate<\/strong><\/p>\n

Description<\/h3>\n

In El Calafate you can take an entertaining walk through the city, touring through the most traditional and historical places, next to the famous archaeological site of Punta Walichu.<\/p>\n

Walichu Caves Tour & City Tour starts with the pick-up of passengers from their hotels (1).<\/p>\n

Walichu Caves and City Tour begins with a visit to Punta Walichu, an archaeological site located 8 km from El Calafate, where you will see footprints of the first inhabitants who walked in these lands.
\nA walk along the eaves and caves will allow you to see original rock paintings and reproductions, with an exceptional view of\u00a0 Argentino Lake and the Andes mountain range.<\/p>\n

The circuit goes through the main streets of the old town, showing the first constructions of the pioneers and the buildings of the current civic center.
\nThe guide will be responsible for transporting you back in time to the history of the first settlers, showing the flora, fauna and other interesting details that this small Tourist Village treasures.<\/p>\n

We will visit the Coastal Promenade and Redonda Bay, meters from the Argentino Lake shore, where the abundant local birdlife is observed.<\/p>\n

Then, we will go to the Historical Interpretation Center, where you will observe through a self-guided tour, the events of greatest historical relevance from the glaciations to the present.<\/p>\n

After the Historical Interpretation Center visit, you will visit “La Chacra Las Moras”, an example of the possibilities of cultivation in the area.<\/p>\n

(*) Check-outs at 3:00 p.m. include: tasting of cold cuts and cheeses, accompanied by one drink per person (beer, gin and tonic, soda or flavored water), this extra service is provided from October 15th to April 15th.<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Itinerary<\/h3>\n

Beginning of the tour\u00a0with the pick-up of passengers from their hotels<\/span>(1).
\nVisit and tour of the Walichu caves.
\nEl Calafate historical circuit and attractions.
\nCoastal promenade and Redonda bay.
\nHistorical Interpretation Center Museum.
\nChacra Las Moras (winter season, may be closed).
\nReturn to the hotels.[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”” el_id=”detalles” css_params=””]<\/p>\n

Details<\/h3>\n

\"\" Difficulty level: low.
\n\"\" The excursion is suitable for all ages.
\n\"\" People with reduced mobility cannot participate.
\nThere is no accessibility for people in wheelchairs.
\n\"\" Duration:
\n3:00 hours -departure at 09:00 a.m –
\n03:45 hours \u2013 departure at 02:00 or 03:00 p.m-
\n\"\" Frequencies
\nDaily departures.
\nFrom 16\/09 to 30\/04 ><\/strong> departure 09:00 a.m and 03:00 p.m.
\nFrom 01\/05 to 15\/09><\/strong> departure 02:00 p.m.
\n\"\" Language: Spanish and English.
\n\"\" Includes:
\nSearch at the hotel and return (1).
\n(1) The search is provided for hotels, inns, hostels, cabin complexes or aparts with 24-hour reception. Passengers are not sought by daily rental apartments, or any other that does not have a reception, in these cases it is requested to inform the address of the accommodation to locate the nearest hotel.<\/span>
\nTransportation in vehicles with air conditioning and heating.
\nGuide in Spanish and English.
\n\"\" Does not include:
\nFood.
\nTips.
\n\"\" \u00a0<\/span>When to book?<\/b> Book now to secure your spot. The calendar shows availability.<\/span>
\n\"\" \u00a0<\/span>Electronic voucher:<\/b> You will receive your digital voucher, which you just have to show from your cell phone.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Rates<\/b><\/h3>\n

These may vary depending on the date of travel.
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Tips – FAQ<\/strong><\/h3>\n