Passport & Visa

In order to enter Chile and Argentina, U.S. and Canadian citizens need a valid passport with an expiration date extending at least six months beyond the date of your return home. Upon arrival in Chile, travelers from the United States and Canada must pay a reciprocity fee of $140 USD. This one-time charge is good for the life of the passport. In accordance with Argentine law a reciprocity fee must be paid prior to your departure. For US citizens the charge is $160 USD per person. For Canadian citizens the charge is $75 USD per person. To prepay for your Argentine reciprocity fee, please visit https://virtual.provinciapagos.com.ar/ArgentineTaxes.  If you are not a U.S. or Canadian citizen, you must contact each country’s consulate for your specific entry requirements.

Health

There are no major health risks associated with traveling on your tour. Be sure to check with your doctor or health care provider for the latest updates and travel requirements.

Cuisine

The cuisine of Chile & Argentine is an eclectic mix of European and indigenous influences. You’ll experience perhaps the most traditional form of food preparation during your curanto dinner. Curanto refers to a primitive pressure-cooking method similar to an Atlantic clambake: a hole is dug in the ground and lined with red-hot stones before a variety of seafood is layered on top of the stones. The seafood is then covered with wet sacks, which is then covered with dirt to create a makeshift oven. The result is a delicious bounty of the fruits of the sea. Chilean cuisine emphasizes the fresh seafood found just off the coast. Squid, albacore, tuna, salmon, crabs, prawns and oysters can be found in abundance, but for an authentic taste of Chile, try a bowl of Caldillo de Congrio, a traditional eel stew praised in a famous poem by Pablo Neruda. Argentines, on the other hand, are devoted carnivores: the average Argentine consumes nearly 150 pounds of beef annually. The asado, Argentina’s answer to the American barbecue, is widely considered the national dish, but Argentine cuisine also reflects the tastebuds of the waves of Italian, French and German immigrants who arrived here in the last two centuries. In Buenos Aires especially, you’ll find Italian cuisine spiced up with a South American twist, like the milanesa napolitana. In both Argentina and Chile, you’ll find some of the finest wines in the New World, from robust Cabernet Sauvignons to fruity Pinot Grigios. 

Transportation

Round-trip flights arrive in Santiago and depart from Buenos Aires (or Iguassu on extension). An internal flight from Bariloche to Buenos Aires is also included in your trip cost. When you first arrive in Santiago, a Go Ahead representative will meet you at the airport. 

Clothing & Packing Tips

To ensure you’re comfortable while out exploring, we recommend packing lightweight, loose-fitting clothing that can be easily layered. For sightseeing, we suggest bringing a sturdy pair of walking shoes or sneakers, as well as a lightweight sports jacket or rainwear. If you’re planning a visit to a high-end restaurant or performance, you may also want to bring dressier attire. Also, please remember that it’s preferable to avoid showing bare legs or shoulders during visits to churches or other religious sites (entrance may be denied on this basis).

Baggage Allowance

Airlines have varying weight restrictions on luggage. Some airlines may impose additional charges if you choose to check any baggage. Please contact your airline or refer to its website for detailed information regarding your airline’s checked baggage policies. Bear in mind that your luggage will probably weigh more on your return trip due to souvenir shopping. We allow only one suitcase per person. One carry-on bag is also permitted, provided that it does not exceed 45 inches (length + width + height). There may be times when you will have to handle your own bags, and you’ll find that lightweight luggage provides a distinct advantage. Make sure you label your baggage and carry valuables, medication and documents in your carry-on luggage.

Currency

The Chilean peso and the Argentinian peso are the currencies you will use on your tour. Better rates of exchange are usually available at your destination, although it is worth ordering some currency from your local bank to use when you first arrive. The most efficient and cost effective method is using ATMs, which are widely available in both Santiago and Buenos Aires (mostly on the Visa and Plus international networks). We also recommend that you take credit cards. We suggest informing your bank and credit card company of your travel plans, so they don’t confuse your international purchases for fraudulent charges. 

Tipping

At the conclusion of your tour, it is customary to offer your Tour Director and driver a gratuity. We recommend tipping in your tour country’s currency, the equivalent of $3USD/CAD per person per day for your driver and $6USD/CAD to $9USD/CAD per person per day for your Tour Director. If applicable, we also recommend the equivalent of $2USD/CAD per local guide. Tips can only be paid in cash. Please keep current local currency exchange rates in mind when tipping.

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