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Behind the Welsh’s footsteps in Patagonia

First Welsh house in GaimanGaiman Old Train StationThe Welsh TeaArgentinian - Welsh - Native' flags

About this experience

We will take you on a trip back in time to follow the footsteps of the Welsh, the first settlers of this part of Patagonia.

At a glance

  • Duration: 5 hr–7 hr
  • Private experience

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Behind the Welsh's footsteps in Patagonia
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Plan your experience

Time on the tour5 hr–7 hr
Getting therePickup offeredSee pickup details
Guide languagesGerman (live guide), Portuguese (live guide), English (live guide), Italian (live guide), French (live guide), Spanish (live guide)
Tour arrangementPrivate experience

Set aside 5 hr–7 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.

Compare the available options before choosing: their itinerary, inclusions and pickup arrangements can differ. Check the price for your date and whole group.

Before you go

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Local guides to help you plan

Patagonia Andes Guide

Plan an Argentine Patagonia trip across Bariloche, Los Glaciares, and Ushuaia, with practical guidance on bases, glacier access, trekking rules, winter conditions, park entry, and safety.

What is included

  • Private transportation
  • Bottled water
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Welsh Tea

Not included

  • Gratuities
  • Entrance fee to the Museum of Paleontology if you opt to visit it.

Itinerary and highlights

We will begin our tour from Puerto Madryn at the landing site, where we will learn how the first settlers spent the first months of their lives in the new land

Our next stop will be at Trelew's highlights to understand better the settlement process

Finally we will arrive after driving through the low valley of the Chubut river to Gaiman, known as the Welsh town, where after visiting the highlights of this town we will enjoy the traditional Welsh tea

Languages and tickets

  • German — Guide
  • Portuguese — Guide
  • English — Guide
  • Italian — Guide
  • French — Guide
  • Spanish — Guide
  • Mobile Only

Tour operator

  • Darwin Tours Patagonia

Accessibility and practical details

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • The Welsh tea is not suitable for celiac

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Questions about this experience

How long is this experience?
The supplier lists a duration of 5 hr–7 hr. Check your chosen tour option for its specific itinerary.
Which guide languages are listed?
German (live guide), Portuguese (live guide), English (live guide), Italian (live guide), French (live guide), Spanish (live guide).
What ticket format is listed?
Mobile ticket.
What accessibility information is provided?
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
What is the cancellation policy?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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