If your day falls on a Sunday, Tarabuco market (≈1h drive) is vibrant for textiles and culture; otherwise visit local artisan workshops—market runs mornings into early afternoon.
Choose between reservoir views, hot springs at Cacheuta (day spa hours ~9:00–18:00) or Aconcagua lookout; tours typically start early and run the full day.
Guided bus transfer to Los Glaciares National Park for walkways and viewpoints; park open roughly 8:00–20:00—allow a full day for transit and exploration. Optional mini-trek or boat trip requires prior booking.
Choose either a glacier boat tour on Lago Argentino (seasonal) or a Patagonian estancia visit for riding and asado—book activities in advance; operators run morning departures.
Afternoon boat excursions to see sea lions, cormorants and the Les Eclaireurs lighthouse—operators run multiple departures but check times and book ahead.
Take a full-day boat excursion to see penguin colonies (seasonal) or a longer coastal cruise—book in advance if in season; operators usually depart in the morning.
If you have an international connection later, enjoy a final café or late lunch near the airport or city—allow time for transfers to international terminals.