Transport

All land transfers needed for the operation of the program. Car rental in Puerto Varas, Valdivia and Pucón

Accommodation

17 nights accommodation in 3* hotels category. Ask for hotel upgrade if needed.

Meals

Breakfast every day Meals mentioned as included in the itinerary

Guide

Bilingual professional guide (English/Spanish)

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International and local flights Meals not mentioned as included Personal expenses Travel insurance, and repatriation insurance Optional excursions, activities, and optional tours Gratuities

Insurance

Insurance is not included but we suggest to all our travelers to take out travel insurance for any unforeseen event.

Flights

International flights Local Flights

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Day 1 Arrival In Santiago - Explore Magical Santiago City On Your Own!
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Arrival In Santiago - Explore Magical Santiago City On Your Own!

Welcome to Chile!

Upon Arrival in Santiago, your private driver will be waiting for you. The Santiago Airport also known as Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport is located 30 minutes away from the Santiago City Center. After

meeting your driver you will head to your Hotel in Santiago.

Today you will have the chance to explore the Beautiful City of Santiago at your own pace!

The Recommended places to visit are:

San Cristobal Hill (Cable Car Ride, Zoo, Hiking Trails, swimming pools, and more!)

Costanera Center (Biggest Building in Latin America, Biggest Shopping Mall in Chile)

Bellavista Neighborhood (Bars and Restaurants)

Bicentenario Park (Beautiful park with a lagoon)

Santa Lucia Hill (Historical Site, Visit Hidalgo Castle)

Downtown Santiago (Santiago Cathedral, Presidential Building "La Moneda", Mapocho Train Station

Don’t forget to try some Local Food such as "Completos", "Sopaipillas", "Mote Con Huesillo", and more!
Day 2 Visit Valparaiso, Viña Del Mar And San Alfonso Del Mar
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Visit Valparaiso, Viña Del Mar And San Alfonso Del Mar

Today visit two of the most important cities of the national central coast, Valparaíso and Viña del Mar, and move into a world full of Chilean poetry, art, culture, gastronomy, and traditions.

First, we will head towards the picturesque Valparaiso, one of the main ports of the country, where the

House Museum of the great poet Nobel Prize Pablo Neruda is. This museum is known as "La Sebastiana",

where the tour is carried out with an audio guide so that you can get to know each space that preserves

collections of maps, curious pieces, and relics. You will also have the option to buy a souvenir in their store.

You will have the chance to explore the colorful hills of Valparaiso, including Cerro Alegre, and Cerro

Concepcion. After that, you can visit Plaza Sotomayor and drive by the Port.

We will end with a Panoramic visit to Viña del Mar, where you will meet the famous “Flower Clock”, ending

with a visit to one of the traditional beaches of the city.

After Viña del Mar you will head to another coastal Area called Algarrobo, here you will have lunch in a

beautiful restaurant in Sal Alfonso del Mar Complex next to the biggest Swimming pool in Latin America.

After lunch will have time for pictures and relax before heading back to Santiago.
Day 3 Santiago To San Pedro De Atacama - Astronomical Tour In Atacama Desert
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Santiago To San Pedro De Atacama - Astronomical Tour In Atacama Desert

Early in the morning, your driver will pick you up from your hotel and you will head to the Airport where you

will take your flight to Calama Airport. From here another driver will pick you up and drive you at your Hotel in San Pedro de Atacama.

Today you will have the chance to learn and enjoy one of the brightest nights you will ever see. Depending

on the time of the year you will need to be in the meeting point between 8 PM - 10 PM since we need total

darkness for the tour to start. You will have a short ride to the middle of nowhere where the tour will start.

We will observe different types of stars according to their age (blue, yellow, and red), doubles, and variable

solar systems. Then we’ll go for nebulae (delivery rooms of stars) and cluster stars.

At the end of the tour, we will observe nearby galaxies, clusters of billions of stars that have traveled

together almost from the beginning of our universe.

After that, we will include some pictures of you with this amazing sky as background with a professional

photographer.

After all this, the driver will take you back to your hotel where you will spend the night.
Day 4 Explore San Pedro All You Want! - Visit The Lunar Landscape Of "Valle De La Luna "
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Explore San Pedro All You Want! - Visit The Lunar Landscape Of "Valle De La Luna "

Today you will have the opportunity to explore San Pedro de Atacama on your own!

The city of San Pedro is located in the Antofagasta region, in the great north of Chile located at 2450 masl.

Its spectacular surrounding landscape includes desert, salt flats, volcanoes, geysers, and hot springs.

There are many things you can do today, like rent a bike and explore the city, go shopping for some local

handicrafts, and try the typical cuisine. Do not forget to take amazing photos of these beautiful landscapes!

In the afternoon, you will head to "El Valle de la Luna". Surprise yourself with the enormous figures of salt and clay constructed with the passing of the years and the wind. There is no life in this valley, nor humidity, turning it the most inhospitable place on the planet.

When the sun sinks, it is painting pie tones on the edges of hills and defiles, while the wind blows among

the rocks and the sky passes from pink to purple and finally black.

We will have the chance to share a cocktail drink and some snacks before you end the tour with a stop to

see the sunset in one of the most beautiful locations in the area.

After that, you will be dropped on the

Plaza Turis Tour where you can walk back to your hotel or take a taxi, this has to be this way since all the

tours end simultaneously and the town of San Pedro is small.
Day 5 Discover The Colorful Valle De Arcoiris - Visit Laguna Cejar, Ojos Del Salar Y Laguna Tebiquinche
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Discover The Colorful Valle De Arcoiris - Visit Laguna Cejar, Ojos Del Salar Y Laguna Tebiquinche

On this day we will leave San Pedro de Atacama to the west, and our first stop will be Yerbas Buenas, an area of great historical importance due to one of the most important petroglyphs group of the region. Through this place, indigenous caravans crossed from the Argentine northeast and the Bolivian Altiplano, and arrived to the Pacific Ocean. We will see varied carvings and drawings on the rock like camelids, birds, monkeys and

dogs.

Then, you will visit the place known as Rainbow Valley. We will make a stop to stretch our legs and visit this

place walking 1hour to go there, and then 1 hour back, which name is because of the varied colors of the

rocks, product of the different minerals that they have.

After the tour with explanations of our guide and time to take pictures, we will go to the Salado River area,

where there is a small valley in which we will be able to walk to see the landscape. After that, we will return

to San Pedro de Atacama to end the activity.

In the afternoon and after lunch, we will visit a series of lagoons inside the Atacama salt flat, Chile’s largest salt flat. First, we will visit the famous Cejar Lagoon and Piedra Lagoon, surrounded by the green and yellow grass, which highlights the color of the water, while we see a unique landscape of turquoise waters and volcanoes. In the Piedra Lagoon, we will enjoy swimming with a flotation effect similar to the one in the Dead Sea.

After that, we will visit the Ojos del Salar, two deep freshwater wells in the middle of the desert. Then, we

will visit the Tebinquinche Lagoon, where we will walk by its track to see the incredible views where the sky

merges with the desert and the salt whiteness.
Day 6 Let’S Go To The Lake Region - Enjoy Your Time In Puerto Varas
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Let’S Go To The Lake Region - Enjoy Your Time In Puerto Varas

This morning, you will have a private transfer from your hotel in San Pedro de Atacama to Calama Airport

for your flight to Puerto Montt via Santiago. Arrive at Puerto Montt and meet your English-speaking guide,

who will take you in a vehicle 30 minutes north to Puerto Varas.

Once you arrive you will have time to explore Puerto Varas on your own. This beautiful town in the South of Chile has much to offer.

You can spend your day relaxing on the lake, you can go try the local food which is an exotic mixture

between German Cuisine and Chilean Cuisine. You will find dishes like The Crudo which is raw meat

cooked with lemon juice. If you want to learn more about this unique culture the recommendation is to visit

Pablo Fierro or Antonio Felmer Museums where you will have to learn lots of new things about this magical

place.

A must is to enjoy some coffee at the lake border where you can enjoy the peace the Llanquihue

lake will give you.
Day 7 Todos Los Santos Lake To Villa Peulla - Nature And Adrenaline!
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Todos Los Santos Lake To Villa Peulla - Nature And Adrenaline!

Today we leave your hotel in Puerto Varas and continue our ground trip heading to Petrohué and setting

sail for Villa Peulla, navigating the incredible and famous Todos los Santos Lake on its emerald-green

waters.

If the weather allows it, the views of the Osorno Volcano, Puntiagudo Volcano, and Cerro Tronador

will surprise us.

Arrival in Peulla at noon, this ecological Villa is a paradise for nature lovers. Here you can have lunch (optional with additional cost).

You have the free afternoon to enjoy excursions such as canopy, horseback riding, and 4x4 safari (optional).

For example:

Ziplining the Forest Canopy & Cascada de los Novios

The Ferns Waterfall

4x4 Adventure

Rafting the Río Negro and Río Peulla

Kayaking the Río Negro

Scenic Horseback Riding

Las Mellizas Waterfall
Day 8 Drive To Cochamo Town And "Termas Del Sol"- Relax At The Hotsprings
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Drive To Cochamo Town And "Termas Del Sol"- Relax At The Hotsprings

In the morning you will start driving to leave the city towards Ralún, in the Reloncavi Estuary. In this place,

you will be able to see the native forest surrounding the roads that pass by the Vicente Pérez Rosales

National Park. Then, you can visit Cochamo, a typical town of Southern Chile in the middle of the evergreen

Valdivian rainforest and the coast of Los Lagos Region.

After that, you can continue the road to Puelo, the area where the river of the same name was born

in Lake Puelo in Argentina. Finally, you will reach Sol Hot Springs, located at Puelo. The 10 thermal pools

are constructed with stones in a space that has 300 meters of walkways. The temperatures vary between

96.8 and 113ºF, and they emerge from a natural source at 140ºF.

After relaxing and enjoying the landscape, you will return to the city to end this magical day!
Day 9 Car Rental Exploration - Explore The Lakes Region On Your Own
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Car Rental Exploration - Explore The Lakes Region On Your Own

Puerto Varas, located in the stunning Lake District of Chile, offers beautiful landscapes and ample opportunities for hiking enthusiasts. Here are some recommendations for hiking areas and stops near

Puerto Varas, along with their durations and approximate travel times from Puerto Varas:

Osorno Volcano Hike: Full day (8-10 hours)

Travel time from Puerto Varas: Approximately 1.5 hours by car

Vicente Pérez Rosales National Park (Petrohué Waterfalls): Half day (3-4 hours)

Travel time from Puerto Varas: Approximately 1 hour by car

Alerce Andino National Park (Laguna Sargazo): Half day to full day (4-6 hours)

Travel time from Puerto Varas: Approximately 1.5-2 hours by car

Saltos de Petrohué: 1-2 hours

Travel time from Puerto Varas: Approximately 1 hour by car

Peulla: Full day (including ferry ride)

Travel time from Puerto Varas: Approximately 2 hours by ferry and 2 hours by road

Llanquihue Lake: Varies depending on the chosen route

Travel time from Puerto Varas: Immediate access, as it’s located in Puerto Varas

Please note that the durations mentioned are approximate and can vary based on individual hiking pace,

weather conditions, and the specific trails chosen within the parks. It’s always recommended to plan

accordingly, allow extra time for breaks and exploration, and prioritize safety during your hiking adventures.
Day 10 Drive Your Car Rental To Valdivia - Discover Valdivia’S Charm On Your Own
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Drive Your Car Rental To Valdivia - Discover Valdivia’S Charm On Your Own

Today you will head to Valdivia, a town famous for its beer festivals and its rivers.

Explore the essence of Valdivia on your own, an enriching journey brimming with history, culture, and

natural splendor. Kick off your adventure at the iconic Fluvial Fair, where local fishermen and gardeners

gather to display their abundant seafood and fresh produce. If you’re lucky, you’ll marvel at the daily sight of

sea lions lounging along the riverbank.

Discover the city’s iconic landmarks, from the bustling Costanera Avenue to the historic fortresses of

Torreones El Barro and Canelo, that were constructed to safeguard against indigenous tribes, privateers, and pirates.

Traverse the Pedro de Valdivia Bridge to Teja Island, home to Austral University, the Botanical Garden,

and the serene Lotus Lagoon at Saval Park.

You can also explore Fuerte Niebla, where the Castle of Pure and Clean Concepción of Monfort de Lemus

invites you to delve into its museum and uncover its captivating history dating back to the Spanish

conquest.

Indulge in an unforgettable fusion of nature, culture, and history on this immersive journey through Valdivia.

Finally, check in at your hotel where you will spend the night.
Day 11 Car Rental Adventure - Family Tour To Ranco Lake
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Car Rental Adventure - Family Tour To Ranco Lake

The Lake Ranco Area offers a truly enriching experience for all ages, taking visitors through landscapes of

unparalleled beauty. This tour takes you into the rich forests nearby, where you can admire the diversity of

flora and fauna that inhabit this region. From amazing panoramic viewpoints, you can contemplate

breathtaking views that will leave you impressed, and you’ll feel calm at the waterfalls in the area, they’re

refreshing and revitalizing. Additionally, you will have the opportunity to relax on the beaches of glacial

origin, surrounded by the impressive nature typical of southern Chile.

This journey is much more than a simple excursion; it is an opportunity to connect with nature in its purest

form and to marvel at the greatness of creation. From the majesty of the forests to the purity of the crystal clear waters, every moment in the Lake Ranco is an invitation to explore, discover, and to enjoy the beauty

that surrounds us. Without any doubt, this destination stands out as one of the most beautiful in southern

Chile and a must-visit for all those who wish to experience the true magic of nature.
Day 12 Historical Boat Tour To Corral Castle Experience And Mancera Island - Visit The "Kunstmann Brewery" - Beer Tour
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Historical Boat Tour To Corral Castle Experience And Mancera Island - Visit The "Kunstmann Brewery" - Beer Tour

Today you will leave Valdivia and you will head to Pucon one of the main towns of the Lake Region.

This route will take around 3- 4 hrs.

You can choose between 2 Routes, Drive up north through the "Ruta 5" until you arrive at freire. Here you

will take another route that will take you to Villarica first where you can make a stop by the lake.

After Villarica continue for another half an hour approx until arrive to Pucon.

The other option is to take the T-35 Route until Los Lagos where you will change to the T-39 Route until

arriving at Panguipulli. Here you can make a nice stop enjoy the day by the lake and discover the local

food. From Panguipulli to Pucon you will have 90 minutes more where you can make more stops at

Coñaripe, Lican Ray or Vilalrica before arriving in Pucon

Today you will have the opportunity to explore Pucon on your own!

The city of Pucón is located on the eastern shore of Lake Villarrica, 70 km west of the border with

Argentina. It stands out for being the most important lakeside resort in Chile.

There are many things you can do today, like visit the casino for some gambling, drinks, and food. If you are

lucky you might find some music concerts and cultural shows. If you have the chance to find a spot to enjoy

the beautiful sunset. Another good choice is to go shopping for some local handicrafts and try the typical

cuisine.
Day 13 Drive From Valdivia To Pucon - Lakes Route Make Through Panguipulli Or Villarica - Exploring On Your Own!
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Drive From Valdivia To Pucon - Lakes Route Make Through Panguipulli Or Villarica - Exploring On Your Own!

Today you will leave Valdivia and you will head to Pucon one of the main towns of the Lake Region.

This route will take around 3- 4 hrs.

You can choose between 2 Routes, Drive up north through the "Ruta 5" until you arrive at freire. Here you

will take another route that will take you to Villarica first where you can make a stop by the lake.

After Villarica continue for another half an hour approx until arrive to Pucon.

The other option is to take the T-35 Route until Los Lagos where you will change to the T-39 Route until

arriving at Panguipulli. Here you can make a nice stop enjoy the day by the lake and discover the local

food. From Panguipulli to Pucon you will have 90 minutes more where you can make more stops at

Coñaripe, Lican Ray or Vilalrica before arriving in Pucon

Today you will have the opportunity to explore Pucon on your own!

The city of Pucón is located on the eastern shore of Lake Villarrica, 70 km west of the border with

Argentina. It stands out for being the most important lakeside resort in Chile.

There are many things you can do today, like visit the casino for some gambling, drinks, and food. If you are

lucky you might find some music concerts and cultural shows. If you have the chance to find a spot to enjoy

the beautiful sunset. Another good choice is to go shopping for some local handicrafts and try the typical

cuisine.
Day 14 Free Morning In Pucon! - Horseback Riding Experience
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Free Morning In Pucon! - Horseback Riding Experience

Today you will have the opportunity to explore Pucon on your own!

The city of Pucón is located on the eastern shore of Lake Villarrica, 70 km west of the border with Argentina. It stands out for being the most important lakeside resort in Chile. There are many things you can do today, like renting a bike to explore the lake shore, relax, and get a sunbath with a beautiful view of the volcano and of course enjoy some of the water activities that are available like swimming, kayaking or short boat ride.

For the horseback riding the circuit we travel through trails and rural roads at the foot of the Villarrica Forest Reserve, through which we enter the Quelhue Mapuche Community, then we cross the Pitraco River twice, and our way back leads us to the banks of the Trancura River, we ride for about 3 hours. You will be able to observe the flora and fauna of the sector, the Lanín, Villarrica and Quetrupillán volcanoes.
Day 15 Discover Conguillio National Park
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Discover Conguillio National Park

Today we will have a full-day tour of the Conguillio National Park. The park is located in the Araucanía region, at the foot of the Llaima volcano and the Sierra Nevada volcano.

There you will be surrounded by Araucarias, lakes, and lagoons, as well as other native forests and

gigantic lava scoria, which makes this park a very magical place.

We will pick you up from your hotel at 6 am, and start the journey of approximately 3 hours to Conguillio,

passing through the cities of Villarica, Cunco, and Melipeuco until we get to the park, after entering the park,

we will begin our tour by car in a volcanic landscape, until we get to the first lagoon. On the shores of the

lagoon, we will have breakfast, then we will go to visit the wonderful rainbow lagoon formed more than 300

years ago by an eruption of the Llaima volcano. After that, we will take the Sierra Nevada Trail, which will

take us to an impressive viewpoint, where we would be able to appreciate the Llaima volcano, the

Conguillio Lake, and the white river, this trail will take us approximately 3 hours.

Depending on the time we have available, we will finish crossing the park to reach the Captren Lagoon, located near the exit, and then we will resume our trip back to Pucon.
Day 16 Drive To Araucania Airport - Special Dinner In Santiago - Giratorio Restaurant
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Drive To Araucania Airport - Special Dinner In Santiago - Giratorio Restaurant

Today you will leave the lakes Region and head for a new adventure!

Depending on the time of your flight you will need to drive to Araucania Airport in Temuco (90 Minutes).

You will need to be at the airport 2.5 hours before your flight since you need to drop off the Rent a Car.

Upon arrival in Santiago, you will be transferred to your hotel.

In the evening you will have a reservation for one of the best restaurants in town!

Giratorio is a Restaurant on the 18th floor with an incredible view of Santiago. The most special thing about this place is that you will have the chance to see the 360° view of Santiago since Giratorio means Spinner which means the restaurant spins at slow speed so you can see the whole city without moving.

The food is not included, you can order "a la carte" and pay there.

If you are staying in the area you can walk there and if you are further the recommendation is to ask for a

taxi at the Hotel Frontdesk.
Day 17 Santiago Food Tour & Cooking Class
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Santiago Food Tour & Cooking Class

Join us on our culinary tour, where we’ll explore some of Santiago’s traditional Food Markets such as “La Vega” and “Mercado Central”, followed by a cooking session and a delightful feast of Chilean cuisine at our home.

During our private cooking class, you’ll learn about local culinary recipes and techniques, followed by a lunch featuring the dishes we’ve prepared.

This culinary experience includes a refreshing pisco sour cocktail and a tasting of selected Chilean wines, including varieties such as Carménère, Cabernet Sauvignon, Chardonnay, and Sauvignon Blanc. We believe that using the freshest seasonal ingredients available in the market is essential for preparing delicious recipes for our food tours.

Join us as we hunt for specialty products not found in supermarkets, ingredients that will be used later in our cooking class.

The Food Tour includes visits to the following Food Markets:

Mercado Central Declared the fifth-best food market in the world by National Geographic, Mercado Central boasts an art nouveau canopy dating back to 1872. This lively fish market offers an extraordinary display of sea creatures, from barnacles to giant squid, many of which are unlabeled, untranslatable, or unknown outside Chile.

La Vega Since the Colonial Period, farmers have gathered in La Vega’s surroundings to sell fruits and vegetables. This bustling market offers a wide variety of products, mainly fresh produce from the Chilean Central Valley.
Day 18 Transportation To Santiago’S Airport
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Transportation To Santiago’S Airport

It’s time to finish our adventure in Chile, today you have a flight from Santiago to your next destination. Depending on your flight your private driver will take you to the Santiago International Airport.

For international flights, you will arrive 3 hours before your flight, and for national departures, you will arrive

2 hours before your flight departs.

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Itinerary of your trip 18 Days Family Road-Trip Adventure In Chile: Santiago, Ataca

Arrival In Santiago - Explore Magical Santiago City On Your Own!

Visit Valparaiso, Viña Del Mar And San Alfonso Del Mar

Santiago To San Pedro De Atacama - Astronomical Tour In Atacama Desert

Explore San Pedro All You Want! - Visit The Lunar Landscape Of "Valle De La Luna "

Discover The Colorful Valle De Arcoiris - Visit Laguna Cejar, Ojos Del Salar Y Laguna Tebiquinche

Let’S Go To The Lake Region - Enjoy Your Time In Puerto Varas

Todos Los Santos Lake To Villa Peulla - Nature And Adrenaline!

Drive To Cochamo Town And "Termas Del Sol"- Relax At The Hotsprings

Car Rental Exploration - Explore The Lakes Region On Your Own

Drive Your Car Rental To Valdivia - Discover Valdivia’S Charm On Your Own

Car Rental Adventure - Family Tour To Ranco Lake

Historical Boat Tour To Corral Castle Experience And Mancera Island - Visit The "Kunstmann Brewery" - Beer Tour

Drive From Valdivia To Pucon - Lakes Route Make Through Panguipulli Or Villarica - Exploring On Your Own!

Free Morning In Pucon! - Horseback Riding Experience

Discover Conguillio National Park

Drive To Araucania Airport - Special Dinner In Santiago - Giratorio Restaurant

Santiago Food Tour & Cooking Class

Transportation To Santiago’S Airport

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