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Imagine the stories
2021
CHILE
INSIDER JOURNEYS • HAND PICKED TOURS • ALL AROUND THE GLOBE
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Small Group Journeys | INSIDER JOURNEYS
CONTENT
Why Travel with
Insider Journeys… 4
The Insider Journeys Difference –
25 years of amazing stories 6
Journey Styles 8
Imagine the stories
TOURS
Chile Natural 12
Patagonia Pure 14
Welcome to
The Four Giants of Patagonia 16
The world‘s southernmost
trekking “Dientes de Navarino”
(extension) 18
Insider Journeys! Chile‘s Best Wine Valley
Valle Colchagua
Footsteps of the
Aymara culture
19
20
Atacameño Experience 21
Authentic Easter Island 22
For over 25 years we’ve been helping travellers Mapuche Life at Budi Lake 23
Chiloé: Magic, myth and nature 24
like you create unique experiences and stories that
Huilliche Traditions
will last a lifetime. Explore Chile your way with our in Condor‘s Creek 25
Active Chilean Lake District 26
independent travel collection. Whether you want to Mapu Trek 27
Trekking Cochamó Water Slides 28
discover the breathtaking nature of the chilean Andes, Trekking El Callao Hot 29
Trekking Pumalin & Yelcho 30
an amazing wildlife in several national parks, Trekking Tagua Tagua Valley 31
Descendants of the Inca 32
uncover the traditional way of life of the local people, The Greatest National Parks
Torres del Paine & Los Glaciares 33
taste great wines and food, or do all of the above,
Volcanoes, Forests and Fjords 34
our selection of private itineraries, short stays, and Secrets of Araucanía 35
Pumalin National Park
trekking tours will give you real insight into these Trek & Drive 36
Puelo‘s Hidden Valleys
amazing destinations. Trek & Drive 37
Aysén Untouched 38
Contrasts of Chiloé 39
El Patagón 40
All our experiences are designed with flexibility in
INSIDER EXCURSIONS 41
mind by our Chile experts. If you can’t find exactly
what you’re looking for, we will tailor-make an INSIDER HOTELS 46
itinerary to suit your exact requirements. Let us help Important Booking Conditions 48
you discover Chile as an insider.
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WHY TRAVEL WITH OFF THE BEATEN PATH
An unforgettable experience starts with
INSIDER JOURNEYS…
the unexpected. We’ll make sure you
see the most popular highlights of our
destinations... but then we’ll show you
the places you wouldn’t find on your own,
At Insider Journeys we make it easy to holiday anywhere in the and each country is full of these hidden
treasures. From conversations with local
world. Our private travel collection lets you experience each
families, feasting in street food stalls, and
country as an insider with the flexibility to explore at your own shopping in hidden local markets, we’ll
make sure you go home with amazing
pace. Whether it’s getting up early to beat the crowds, staying
memories.
longer to watch that amazing sunset or spending time chatting
Thank you for giving us
with a local, it is this level of flexibility that makes such an amazing holiday.
all the difference. We can’t even describe
the experience we had in It is impossible to choose one highlight as we enjoyed
We know that to truly experience a country, you need to everything so much. This was our fourth tour with Insider
Bhutan and Nepal. We’ve
wander off the tourist trail occasionally. Our collection of never seen anything like Journeys and we will have no hesitation in recommending
that before and this was the company to all our family and friends.
private itineraries will provide you with experiences that a
easily the best holiday of Anne & Bruce, New Zealand
guidebook alone simply cannot offer. Whether you’re travelling our lives!
with your partner, family, a group of friends or solo, connecting Mark & Kristin, Melbourne, Australia
you with your destination’s heart is what we do best. Let us LOCAL EXPERTS
help you experience the country you visit as an insider!
Your local guides are one of the most important elements of
your trip. They are the people you see the most, the person
who answers your questions, the person who helps to shape
your impression of a destination. In recognition of this
PRIVATE important relationship, our guides are truly passionate, local
ITINERARIES SAFE AND experts who are carefully selected and trained to look out
for you, to share the history and knowledge that only a local
Each of our unique, private
RELIABLE can provide, and to expect the unexpected. Many of our
itineraries are designed by guides have worked with us for years, and feel like a part of
For more than 25 years, our family, just as they will soon feel like a part of yours.
our team of passionate travel
Insider Journeys has been
experts. Every itinerary includes
safely and reliably sharing
the must-see highlights and
the beauty of the world
genuine experiences. From the
with travellers. We are the
moment your trip begins, our
only Tour Operator with
private itineraries provide a
our own offices in several
seamless travel experience.
countries throughout Asia
Our tour programs will
for example. Our local
sometimes take you off the
partners live and work in
tourist trail while ensuring
the destinations we serve,
you don’t miss any of the
bringing you the perfect
essential places. With plenty
combination of local
of free time and the services of
authenticity while still
knowledgeable local guides in
providing the high level of
each destination, you’ll really
service and support you
feel like an insider.
expect.
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TAILOR-MADE FOR YOU
BESPOKE ACCOMMODATION You can use our Small Group Journey itineraries as inspiration,
or you can create your own completely customised holiday.
A quality hotel is an essential element of an Either way, you will get a tailor-made holiday where you take
enjoyable holiday. We offer an extensive range control of your experience and we create a holiday exactly the
of accommodation options and experiences, so way you want. I just returned from Sri
you can customise your vacation. Our hotels have INDEPENDENCE AND Lanka and wished to
been handpicked for charm, comfort, location and
to provide you with an insight into the region.
FLEXIBILITY say how much I enjoyed
From the forts and palaces to beach resorts, we this trip! It was the first
An ideal tour is a balance of activity time I had used Insider
have accommodation options to suit all tastes and
and relaxation. We know sometimes
budgets. Journeys and I was very
you want to explore on your own,
impressed with the level
eat on your own, or relax on your
own. We can include moments of organisation, quality
of leisure without any scheduled of the hotels, tour guides,
activities, where you have the vans, cyclos, etc. It was
freedom to be spontaneous, to a truly memorable 12
choose your own meals, to choose days and thank you to the
your own experiences, and to enjoy
Insider Journeys team for
your holiday as you see fit.
organising it.
Debbie, Wagga Wagga, Australia
Our guides were really good at making the
history of India come alive. You could tell
that they obviously love their country, and
For guests who prefer to travel with
this comes across. We would definitely use others, we offer our popular Small
SMALL
Insider Journeys again. GROUP Group Journeys. We limit these groups
Henry & Lisa, Wellington, New Zealand JOURNEYS to a maximum of 16 people (and
only 12 in Japan) so you can enjoy a
personalised, authentic experience.
Smaller groups ensure more time with your
local expert, more time to make new friends, less time
waiting, and more time for you to enjoy the amazing
destinations throughout your journey.
GETTING AROUND Whether you’re gathering your family
for a reunion, your friends for a dream
PRIVATE wedding, or your co-workers for a
We don’t do ‘bus tours’… we do Small
GROUPS rewards trip, let us design the perfect
Group Journeys. Whether it’s a tuk-
tuk, jeep safari, or bullet train, you’ll custom itinerary for your group’s
get a local experience when it provides needs. Large groups come with large
the best sightseeing or transport expectations, and our dedicated Groups
opportunity. Otherwise, road journeys department specializes in these unique requirements.
are in our comfortable air-conditioned We offer advice and support at all times, so you have
vehicles. We keep it small and never peace of mind that we are here for your group.
use large coaches.
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CHILE
COUNTRY
What makes Chile special is that, with its
length of approximately 4300 km (2670 mi),
it features almost all climate zones on earth, PEOPLE
with the exception of the tropics. Chile has The cultural and climatic differences have
approximately 19 Million inhabitants, almost characterized the identity of the country
half of them living in Santiago and the central and its people. Warm, kind, energetic and
region. The easiest way to travel around approachable, Chileans share the love for
Chile is by plane. Due to the large distances their country, which invites you to build
between the highlights of Chile, it is the relationships and to live unique experiences.
fastest way to get to know the country. Chileans are faithful followers of their
traditions and customs and celebrate their
most important festivals each year.
WEATHER the ocean provides for a constant, often frosty wind, so that a
Due to its location on the southern hemisphere, seasons in wind jacket is recommended all year round. With 2000–3500
Chile are opposite to Europe and North America. The warmest mm (78–118 in) of precipitation per year, rain can always be
months are January and February, the coldest July and expected here, although June to August are considered the
August. wettest months.
The north of Chile Patagonia
CHILE
The north of Chile is defined by a dry desert climate all year Southern Patagonia has a cold-temperate steppe climate all
round. During the day, it is mostly sunny with high temperatures, year round, with temperatures often below freezing.
which drop at night, sometimes below freezing. Particularly At higher altitudes, the climate can be considered polar.
extreme climatic conditions prevail on the Altiplano. Due to During the summer months, temperatures rise up to 25° C
the altitude (average 3,600 m.a.s.l. (11,800 ft.)), temperatures (75° F) in exceptional cases. Precipitation – rain and snow –
drop below freezing easily at night. is relatively regular throughout the year.
Chile is one of the world’s longest and narrowest accessible Santiago.
countries but still offers you many adventures: But there is something that has not yet been Chile’s central zone Islands
From stargazing in the driest desert in the world, mentioned. In this vast country full of wide The Chile’s central zone reflects a Mediterranean climate, A subtropical climate with moderate rainfall can be found on
which is characterized by long and very warm summers. The the Juan Fernandez Archipelago and on Easter Island. This
visiting thousands of years old glaciers in the horizons, you will feel alive. Reconnect with nature
winter is relatively short, somewhat cooler and characterized island, which geographically belongs to Polynesia, is one of
southernmost region of the world, and trekking and discover untouched landscapes. At the same by slightly increasing precipitation. This applies particularly the most isolated inhabited places in the world and located
through magical forests and lakes at the foot of time, enjoy the warmth and hospitality of the to the valley that is located in between the Andes and the at a distance of approximately 3,500 km (2170 mi) from the
impressive volcanoes, the country has it all. Expect Chilean people. A completely new experience coastal cordillera, including the metropolitan region of Chilean mainland.
Santiago.
islands full of legends, traditional wine production, in a peaceful place – visit Chile and enjoy this
JAN/FEB/MAR APR/MAY/JUN JUL/AUG/SEP OCT/NOV/DEC
challenging climbing routes and a modern and extraordenary country. The south of Chile
SAN PEDRO DE 24° / 11° 20° / 1° 20° / 1° 25° / 9°
Temperatures in the Lake District between Valdivia and
ATACAMA
Puerto Varas/Puerto Montt further south remain below 25°
C (75° F) all year round (with exceptions). The proximity to SANTIAGO 28°/ 10° 19° / 5° 16° / 4° 25° / 9°
PUNTA ARENAS 12° / 6 ° 5° / 0° 5° / 0° 9° / 4°
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CHILE
HIGHLIGHTS
SAN PEDRO DE ATACAMA
This little town is an oasis in the
middle of the driest desert in the
world. Visit the amazing natural
TORRES DEL PAINE sights close to San Pedro: A Sunset
NATIONAL PARK in the Moon Valley, the El Tatio
Geysers at dawn or the beautiful
A region of extraordinary beauty:
lagoons Miscanti & Miniques are
Lakes and rivers of clear waters,
just a few of the atractions you can
ancient forests and spectacular
experience here.
landscapes. It was declared a
Biosphere Reserve by the UNESCO
in 1978. Cascading waterfalls,
roaring creeks and jagged spires of B OL I VI A
EASTER ISLAND
mountains are just a part of what The island of Rapa Nui, also known as Easter Island, is
B RAZIL
Torres Del Paine offers. located around 3,500 km from mainland Chile. The
origins of the Rapa Nui date back to the 5th century, even
PA R AG U AY though many mysteries remain. Rapa Nui developed a
complex belief system and created the monumental Moai
figures, which do not exist in any other part of the world.
UR UG UAY
A RGE NTI NA
VOLCANOES
Volcanoes can be found everywhere in Chile, there are
more than 2000, about 500 of them still active. Some
of them can even be ascended on special excursions.
In the lake region the volcanoes are an important part
of the beautiful landscape.
ALTIPLANO
WINE FA LK LA ND
ISLA NDS
The Altiplano is a flat plateau of very
Chile is famous for it wines. In high altitude (between 3000 and
different valleys around Santiago, 4500m) in the north of Chile. It offers
numerous vineyards produce great a variety of landscapes with extreme
quality wines. Include a visit to a contrasts from arid desert to fertile
vineyard and learn all about wine valleys. A large biodiversity can be
production and participate in wine found in the diferent national parks
tastings or stay and relax at one of and reserves.
the vineyard hotels.
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CHILE CHILE NATURAL CHILE NATURAL CHILE
TOURS TOURS
Day 1 Santiago Day 4 Traditions And Customs immigrant family that has maintained Day 10 Punta Arenas – Torres Del
Upon arrival at Santiago airport, a transfer Of The Indigenous Atacameño People its customs and language skills for five Paine National Park
takes you to your hotel. We then embark Today we visit the municipality of Ayllu de generations. Today we embark on a journey into the
on a city tour to catch a glimpse of Chile’s Coyo, where we get to know two Atacameño Patagonian heartland. Our route takes us
metropolitan capital, visiting Santa Lucia families and let them guide us along their In the afternoon, we continue our exploration through the typical pampa landscape of the
Hill, the Buenas Artes National Museum, traditional paths. In the afternoon a unique of the area and reach the charming lakeside Magallanes region, past huge Patagonian
the central market, the Plaza de Armas, the experience awaits us: The traditional caravan village of Frutillar, offering spectacular views estancias (sheep farms). In the afternoon, we
presidential palace “La Moneda”, the San of the Atacameño people. This walk with of the volcanoes. The open-air museum of reach the stunning Torres del Paine National
Francisco Church and the district Lastarria. llamas allows us to relive this centuries- German immigration allows us to learn even Park, without a doubt an absolute highlight
old way of transport in the desert, while more about the area’s colonization. (B,L) of every Chile vacation. It is here, where the
Day 2 Santiago – Calama – our guide tells us a lot about this symbolic vastness of the Patagonian steppe meets
San Pedro De Atacama Andean animal. (B, L) Day 8 The Indigenous Huilliche In San the steep peaks of the South Cordillera,
After breakfast, a transfer takes us back to Juan De La Costa that nature shows its most breathtaking side.
the airport in order to board a northbound Day 5 San Pedro De Atacama Today we travel to the homeland of the (B)
flight to Calama in the Atacama Desert. Upon This day is at leisure, allowing you to relax Huilliche indigenous people, the southern
arrival, we make our way directly to the or visit other attractions in the area. We brother tribe of the Mapuche natives. In Day 11 Torres Del Paine – Puerto
oasis town of San Pedro de Atacama. During recommend a visit to the geysers of El Tatio. the coastal area of San Juan de la Costa, Natales
leisure time in the afternoon, you have the (B) we learn about their local traditions while Today we dedicate ourselves to exploring
opportunity to explore San Pedro. (B) enjoying beautifully pristine coastal Torres del Paine National Park, one
Day 6 San Pedro De Atacama – Calama landscape. After lunch with a local family, of America’s most impressive natural
Day 3 Atacama Salt Flats & – Puerto Varas we hike through the ancient native Valdivian attractions. 2000-meter-high peaks rise out
Moon Valley After breakfast, a transfer takes us back rainforest. Here we meet the family of Lonko of the vast steppe abruptly; huge glaciers,
HIGHLIGHTS After breakfast, we visit the Atacama Salt to Calama Airport, from where we fly via (tribal leader) Carlos Paillamanque and deep blue lakes and wind-blown, gnarled
Flats and Chaxa Lagoon. On our way, we stop Santiago to Puerto Montt in the Chilean lake learn more about the cosmovision and way southern beeches determine the picture. Our
● Discover the driest desert in the indigenous village of Toconao, where region. From here, we continue our journey of life of the Huilliche and Mapuche. In the tour finishes in Puerto Natales, where we
in the world: The Atacama we visit the plaza and church. We then reach to Puerto Varas. (B) afternoon we make our way back to Puerto spend the night.
desert
the Salar de Atacama, Chile’s largest salt flat.
In the afternoon we visit the Moon Day 7 National Park Vicente Perez
Varas. (B,L)
Day 12 Puerto Natales – Punta Arenas
12 DAY PRIVATE ITINERARY
Valley. This surreal place, one of the most Rosales & German Immigrants Day 9 Puerto Varas – Punta Arenas After breakfast we are taken to the airport in FROM A$ 7,429* PER PERSON
● Enjoy the lake district spectacular in the Atacama Desert, owes its In The Lake Region In the morning, a transfer takes us to the Punta Arenas. (B)
with its lakes and name to the unique geological formations After breakfast, we enjoy a scenic ride along airport in Puerto Montt. After a two-and-a- Includes
volcanoes that resemble a lunar landscape. We explore Llanquihue Lake to Vicente Pérez Rosales half-hour flight, we land in Punta Arenas, one • 1 1 nights in the hotel accommodation
this beautiful landscape and visit the strange National Park. Here we visit the famous of the most southern (and at the same time according to the chosen category
● Experience Patagonian creatures that nature has created from salt rapids of Petrohué river, one of the wildest in windiest) cities in the world. The afternoon • Transport in air-conditioned vehicle
and clay. (B) Chile. We then continue to nearby All Saints at leisure is a good opportunity for exploring • Private or collective touring
life and the beautiful Lake, (“Todos Los Santos”) located at the foot the city’s main points of interest. (B) • Local english-speaking guide
landscape of Torre del of Osorno Volcano. After a walk along the • Entrance fees
Paine Nationalpark lava beach, we move on to the small village • Meals as indicated
of Las Cascadas. Here we meet a German (B= breakfast, L= lunch, D= dinner)
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CHILE PATAGONIA PURE PATAGONIA PURE CHILE
TOURS TOURS
Day 1 Santiago of reconstruction after being able to return different glaciers, descending from the huge ice from the continental ice field down into
After pick-up at Santiago Airport, you are to their village. ice field San Valentin. the valley, which then crash thunderously
taken to your hotel in the center. We then from its white-blue walls into the lake.
set out on a city tour to get a glimpse of Day 5 Chaiten / Yelcho Lake – Day 9 Lago General Carrera –
this metropolitan city. Amongst others, we La Junta / Puyuhuapi Perito Moreno (Argentina) Day 13 El Calafate – Torres Del Paine
visit the historic city center, the market, the Today we continue our journey on the Along Lake General Carrera we approach the National Park
cathedral and the main square. Santa Lucia Carretera Austral further south. The road border with Argentina. The climate changes On Ruta 40, we cross the Argentine pampas
Hill rewards us with stunning views of the leads us deep into untouched wilderness, slowly, and transforms our surroundings into one last time on our way to the Chilean
city and the impressive Andes Mountains. along the turquoise Río Frío, glacier-covered a drier steppe landscape. We pass the town border. Back in Chile, we head to Torres del
mountain massifs, tranquil lakes and of Chile Chico. Shortly after crossing the Paine National Park. Herds of guanacos on a
Day 2 Santiago – Puerto Montt – picturesque waterfalls. border with Argentina, we reach the village gently undulating steppe landscape, rugged
Puerto Varas of Perito Moreno. red-gray rock massifs, granite towers, milky-
After breakfast, a transfer takes us back to Day 6 Queulat National Park – green shining lakes and gleaming white
the airport. Our southbound flight takes us Coyhaique Day 10 Ruta 40 – Fitz Roy Massif ice fields combine to form a magnificent
along the Andes Mountains to the capital It is only a short ride to Queulat National Today we travel on the legendary Ruta panorama.
of the Lake District, Puerto Montt. Here our Park, where you can choose to do a 3-hour 40. Eventually we leave Ruta 40 and drive
driver awaits us to take us to the picturesque hike to the viewpoint of the impressive westwards towards the Andes Mountain Day 14 Torres Del Paine National Park
nearby town of Puerto Varas on the shore of hanging glacier “Ventisquero Colgante” and Range. On clear days, you will soon be able A demanding full day hike takes us all the
Llanquihue Lake. its waterfall. The journey then continues to see the fantastic rock formations of the way to the foot of the Paine Towers (the
along the wild vegetation of the Carretera Fitz Roy Massif, before reaching the town of Torres) today. We walk up in serpentines to
Day 3 Activities À La Carte Austral southward. Through the wild and El Chaltén. Refugio El Chileno mountain hut. The last
Today you have the option to choose romantic valley of the Simpson River, we meters involve some scrambling, until we
HIGHLIGHTS between different activities: Visit the Alerce reach Coyhaique. Day 11 Fitzroy Massif reach the easternmost point of the lagoon.
Andino National Park, get wet during a Trekking enthusiasts from all over the world From here we enjoy a wonderful view of the
● Enjoy the amazing rafting tour on Petrohué River, engage in a Day 7 Coyhaique – General Carrera hike its many trails in the Los Glaciares three towers.
Patagonian landscapes, canopy adventure on Philippi Hill, hike at Lake National Park. We are no exception; today
driving on the famous
the foot of Osorno Volcano, or enjoy a good
piece of cake during a visit of the colonial
After leaving Coyhaique, the road leads
through an increasingly barren steppe
you have the possibility to embark on an
exploration of the spectacular mountain
Day 15 Torres Del Paine –
Punta Arenas
16 DAY PRIVATE ITINERARY
carretera austral town of Frutillar. landscape and crosses a deep valley, whose scenery during an easy hike of several hours. Today’s destination is Punta Arenas. FROM A$ 10,392* PER PERSON
rock face shimmers in a variety of colors. The On the way, we visit the nearby cave of
● Discover the different Day 4 Puerto Varas – “Devil’s Mountain Pass”, offers a stunning Day 12 El Calafate – Los Glaciares Milodon, where the remains of the primitive Includes
National Parks of Chaiten / Yelcho Lake panorama of the Cerro Castillo massif and up National Park – Perito Moreno Glacier “Milodon” animal were found and a life-sized • 1 5 nights in the hotel accommodation
Today we begin our journey southwards to the summits and glaciers of the northern Today we drive past the Viedma Lake to statue can be visited. according to the chosen category
Patagonia, like Torres on the Carretera Austral. We cross the ice field. Chile’s largest lake, General Carrera El Calafate. Immediately after arrival, we • Transport in air-conditioned vehicle
del Paine or the Quelat rugged Patagonian fjords on several ferries. Lake, is already visible at a distance. continue on to Perito Moreno Glacier. Day 16 Punta Arenas – Santiago • Private or colletive touring
Eventually we reach Chaitén, a small town Floating icebergs testify the proximity of one Transfer to the airport of Punta Arenas. • Local english-speaking guide
National Park
under reconstruction after the unexpected Day 8 Lago General Carrera of the most powerful natural events in the • Entrance fees
● Visit the famous Glacier eruption of the eponymous volcano in 2008. Today we visit the Exploradores Glacier. world; with unimaginable force, the Perito • Meals as indicated
The locals tell us about the enormous efforts The access road offers impressive views on Moreno Glacier moves enormous masses of (B= breakfast, L= lunch, D= dinner)
Perito Moreno
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CHILE THE FOUR GIANTS OF PATAGONIA THE FOUR GIANTS OF PATAGONIA CHILE
TOURS TOURS
Day 1 Santiago de Chile of Chile Chico, at the Argentine border. Laguna Torre to the highlights of Torres del Paine National Natales. Overnight in Puerto Natales.
Welcome to Chile! After arrival at the inter- Overnight in Chile Chico. 7–8 h return | 21 km / 13 mi Park. Travel by public bus from Puerto *Duration: 8 h / 22 km (13.5 mi) / medium
national airport, you have time to acclimatize medium-high (751 m or 2463 ft height diff.) Natales to the park’s Torres sector, where difficulty
and get a glimpse of this metropolitan Day 6 Patagonia National Park & drive Laguna de los Tres you start the trek on the morning to follow.
capital. Overnight in Santiago de Chile. to Los Antiguos 8–9 h return | 20 km / 12.5 mi Overnight in Refugio Sector Torres. Day 18 Puerto Natales – Punta Arenas
(approx.20 min drive – 14 km/9 mi) medium-high (970 m or 3182 ft height diff.) (approx. 3 h bus) – Departure
Day 2 Santiago – Balmaceda – Visit the recently opened Patagonia National Viewpoint Laguna Torre Day 14 Trekking to Base Las Torres Take the public bus from Puerto Natales to
Villa Cerro Castillo Park (former Reserva Jeinimeni) a one-hour 3–4 h return | 6 km / 3.7 mi A demanding full day hike* leads up to the Punta Arenas today. Get off at the airport if
(approx. 1 h drive – 70 km/43 mi) distance on a unique hike along ancient cave low (240m or 790 ft height diff.) viewpoint of the towers (“torres”) that give you want to end your journey here with a
Take a flight south to Balmaceda, the main hub paintings and the colorful rock formations of Laguna Capri the park its name. Overnight in Refugio flight back home via Santiago, or continue
to Chile’s remote Aysén region. Upon arrival, the Valle Lunar*. Afterwards cross the border 4–5 h return | 9 km / 5.6 mi Sector Torres. to the city center in order to do the world’s
pick up your rental car at the airport and drive to Los Antiguos in Argentina. Overnight in low-medium (500 m or 1640 ft height diff.) *Duration: 8–9 h return / 20 km (12.5 southernmost trekking on Navarino Island.
on the Carretera Austral to nearby Villa Cerro Los Antiguos. mi) / medium-high difficulty (700 m (2300 ft)
Castillo. Overnight in Villa Cerro Castillo. *Duration: 4-5 h loop / 7.4 km or 4.6 mi / low- Day 10 Fitz Roy Mountain height difference) Extension: The world’s southernmost
medium difficulty (Los Glaciares National Park) trekking “Dientes de Navarino” NEXT PAGE >
Day 3 Cerro Castillo National Park Without a doubt one of Patagonia’s most Day 15 Trekking Refugio Torres –
The majestic mountain world of Cerro Castillo
National Park, a true hiking paradise, awaits
Day 7 Los Antiguos – Gobernador
Gregores
iconic treks is the one to Laguna de los
Tres, at the feet of Fitzroy Mountain. This
Refugio Los Cuernos
The trek continues today with stunning views of
18 DAY PRIVATE ITINERARY
HIGHLIGHTS you today. There are several trails to choose (5-6 h drive – 415 km/256 mi) demanding day hike is worth the sweat! Nordenskjöld Lake, until reaching the Refugio FROM A$ 5,462* PER PERSON
from; a highly recommendable, yet demanding Continue your journey through the barren Overnight in El Chaltén. Los Cuernos*. Overnight in Refugio Los Cuernos.
● Enjoy the trekking option is the hike up to Laguna Cerro Castillo*. pampa landscape of Argentina. The Ruta 40 *Duration: 4–5 h / 11 km (6.8 mi) / low- Includes
adventure visiting Overnight in Villa Cerro Castillo. leads south until reaching the small village Day 11 El Chaltén – El Calafate medium difficulty • 1 3 nights accommodation in 3-star-
*Duration: 8-9 h return / 15 km or 9 mi / high of Gobernador Gregores. Overnight in (3–4 h drive – 215 km/134 mi) hotels with breakfast
the four giants: The difficulty (1.100 m or 3.608 ft height Gobernador Gregores. Continue your way south to El Calafate Day 16 Trekking Refugio Los • 4 nights in shared rooms in mountain
spectacular castle-like difference) today. In the afternoon, you have time to visit Cuernos – Valle Francés – Refugio huts with full board in Torres del Paine
Day 8 Gobernador Gregores – Perito Moreno, arguably Patagonia’s most Paine Grande • Private transfers with guide to/from hotel
mountains of Cerro
Day 4 Villa Cerro Castillo – El Chaltén impressive glacier. It is one of the few that is Today’s hike takes you into the spectacular in Santiago de Chile, private transfers
Castillo, the Fitz Roy Puerto Guadal (5-6 h drive – 300 km/186 mi) growing rather than shrinking. Overnight in French Valley*. Afterwards, continue on until without guide to/from bus station
massif in Los Glaciares (4-5 h drive – 180 km/112 mi) Continue driving south on Ruta 40 (mostly El Calafate. reaching Refugio Paine Grande. Overnight in in Puerto Natales, public bus Puerto
Drive south on the Carretera Austral to Puerto gravel road) until you reach the hiking mecca Refugio Paine Grande. Natales-Torres del Paine-Puerto Natales-
National Park, the Torres Guadal, a town on the shores of Chile’s of El Chaltén, a small village nestled into the Day 12 El Calafate – Puerto Natales *Duration: 9–10 h / 21 km (13 mi) / medium Punta Arenas, ferry on Pehoé Lake
del Paine National Park biggest lake, the General Carrera. On the Andes Mountains. Overnight in El Chaltén. (4–5 h drive – 355 km/220 mi) difficulty • Car rental: Category F2 (SUV 4x4) for 11
and, most adventurous way, there is the option to visit the lake’s Cross the border to Chile and continue days incl. airport charge with CDW (240
spectacular marble caves on a short boat trip. Day 9 Los Glaciares National Park driving to the town of Puerto Natales, the Day 17 Trekking to Grey Glacier – USD deductible; exceptions of coverage
of all, the toothlike peaks Overnight in Puerto Guadal. Immerse in the spectacular mountain world main touristic hub for Torres del Paine Return to Puerto Natales apply), second driver FOC, Argentina
of Navarino Island, the that surrounds El Chaltén. There are numerous National Park. Drop off your rental car in the (30 min ferry + 3 h bus ride) permit (6-15 days), One-Way Drop Off
“Dientes del Navarino”. Day 5 Puerto Guadal – Chile Chico hiking trails of varying difficulties*; a classic city office. Overnight in Puerto Natales. A day hike leads you to the impressive glacier Fee Balmaceda-Puerto Natales
(2-3 h drive – 105 km/65 mi) is the day hike that leads to Laguna Torre. Grey*, before returning to Paine Grande in the • GPS
Drive along the southern shore of General Overnight in El Chaltén. Day 13 Puerto Natales – Torres del Paine late afternoon. Cross Pehoé Lake by boat and • Torres del Paine Entrance fee
Carrera Lake until reaching the village *Some of the many trails available in El Chaltén: (2 h bus ride) The multi-day W-Trek takes you continue your journey by public bus to Puerto
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CHILE THE WORLD‘S SOUTHERNMOST TREKKING CHILE‘S BEST WINE VALLEY CHILE
TOURS “DIENTES DE NAVARINO” (EXTENSION) VALLE COLCHAGUA TOURS
This tour can be booked as an extension del Fuego. A transfer takes you to the nearby to Virginia Pass awaits you today. Enjoy amazing Day 1 Santiago – Santa Cruz
to „The four giants of Patagonia“ or as a lodge. Overnight in Lodge. views of the Beagle Channel and Tierra del This trip starts in Santiago, the capital of
stand-alone tour. Fuego mountains, before descending. Arrive at Chile. We pick you up at your hotel or the
Day 2 (20): Trekking Rio Robalo – the lodge in the evening. Overnight in Lodge. airport and take you to Santa Cruz, the
Arrive by bus from Puerto Natales to the city Laguna del Salto *Duration: 8-10 h / 16 km (10 mi) / high capital of the beautiful valley of Colchagua,
of Punta Arenas. Overnight in Punta Arenas. Your multi-day trekking adventure begins difficulty (930m (3051 ft) height difference) around 2.5 hours south. After check-in at
today together with a professional guide. your hotel, a visit to Viu Manent vineyard
Day 1 (19): Flight from Punta Arenas After the first ascent, enjoy panoramic views Day 6 (24): Departure via awaits you in the afternoon. A carriage takes
to Puerto Williams of the town, the Beagle Channel and Tierra Punta Arenas or Ushuaia you through the vineyards before finishing
(approx. 1.5 h flight) In the morning, fly from del Fuego. Continue until reaching Laguna Your adventure on this remote island ends with a tasting. Accommodation: 4*-Hotel in
Punta Arenas to Puerto Williams on the del Salto and set camp*. Overnight in tent. today. A transfer takes you to the pier or Santa Cruz
remote island of Navarino, south of Tierra *Duration: 4-6 h / 7 km (4.3 mi) / high difficulty airport, depending on your further travel
(900 m (2950 ft) height difference) arrangements. Take a boat to Ushuaia in Day 2 Colchagua Valley
Argentina (approx. 4 h) and a flight from here COLCHAGUA VALLEY (B)
Day 3 (21): Trekking Laguna del Salto to Buenos Aires, or fly back via Punta Arenas Your day starts with a visit to another
IMPORTANT INFO: – Laguna de los Dientes and Santiago de Chile. vineyard today: Viña Montes. A walk on its
After packing up your tent, the route surrounds extended botanical path leads through the
• The trekking is available between
30.10.2020 and 05.04.2021 the Dientes massif until reaching the Southern
part of the island, with great views to “the end
6 DAY PRIVATE ITINERARY vines of Divisadero Hill (6 km/4 mi, moderate
difficulty) and allows for panoramic views
• The Dientes del Navarino Trekking is a
of the world”. Continue until reaching the FROM A$ 3,515* PER PERSON of the Apalta valley. Apart from that, learn
very demanding trekking that requires
participants to be in good physical camping spot between Laguna de los Dientes about the many endemic plants that grow
shape, and to have the ability and and Laguna Escondida*. Overnight in tent. Includes only here in Chile. The tour ends with a wine
disposition to carry a backpack by them- *Duration: 4-6 h / 9 km (5.6 mi) / high difficulty • P rivate transfers without guide from tasting of four different varieties, before
selves. A porter is available at additional (575 m (1886 ft) height difference) bus station/ to Punta Arenas Airport you indulge in a delicious lunch in the local Airport or continue your journey to another
charge, yet the idea is to divide the • 1 night 3*Hotel in Punta Arenas with restaurant. region of Chile. (B) HIGHLIGHTS
group trekking equipment between all Day 4 (22): Trekking Laguna de breakfast In the afternoon, continue to one of the most
participants. This short three-day-trip
• The trekking includes a minimum of
los Dientes – Laguna Martillo
Today’s trek takes you through a fairytale
• Flight Punta Arenas – Puerto Williams
• Flight Puerto Williams – Punta Arenas
renowned wineries of Chile, Lapostolle. Their
“Clos Apalta” received the award of the best
3 DAY PRIVATE ITINERARY ●
allows you to experience
2 nights tent camping, which can be landscape with the Dientes mountain range OR Ferry Puerto Williams – Ushuaia wine of the year 2008 from Wine Spectator, FROM A$ 1,730* PER PERSON
extended to 3 nights if the climatic and as a backdrop. Continue ascending via the • 5 nights accommodation on Navarino among others. It is quite fascinating to learn one of Chile‘s most
participant‘s physical conditions make it Ventarrón and Guerrico passes, before Island with Full Board, of which 2 or 3 how this winery works exclusively with Includes picturesque wine-growing
necessary. In case of arrival back to the
reaching scenic Guerrico valley. Reach a camp nights tent camping and 2 or 3 nights gravity. Accommodation: 4*-Hotel in Santa • 3
nights in the hotel accommodation
lodge on Day 4 (after 2 nights camping), regions, the Colchagua
spot between Laguna Martillo and Laguna at the lodge Cruz (B) according to the chosen category
the last day is at leisure at the lodge.
Zeta in the evening*. Overnight in tent. • Trekking guide • Transport in air-conditioned vehicle Valley. Visit world-famous
• It is possible to do this trekking as a
*Duration: 4 h / 7 km (4.3 mi) / high difficulty • Group trekking equipment: Tents, camp Day 3 Santa Cruz – Santiago • Private touring vineyards and taste high-
self-guided trip with GPS only (without
(350 m (1148 ft) height difference) stove, cooking utensils, cutlery Take a last look at the picturesque • Local english-speaking guide
meals and guide). However, this is only
• Personal trekking equipment: Gaiters, surroundings of the Colchagua Valley, before • Entrance fees and wine tours
quality wines right where
recommendable for clients experienced
in multi-day trekkings in remote places. Day 5 (23): Trekking Laguna Martillo backpacks, walking canes, sleeping a transfer takes you back to Santiago. Take • Meals as indicated they are produced.
Please inquire for rates. – Lodge bags, liners, sleeping pads. a flight back home from the International (B= breakfast, L= lunch, D= dinner)
The last ascent to the highest point of the tour
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XXXXXX ATACAMEÑO EXPERIENCE
XXXXX CHILE
TOURS TOURS
Day 1 Arica leaves, in line with Aymara tradition. During Day 1 Calama – San Pedro – experience that allows reliving this
This tour starts in Arica, Chile’s northernmost the following ceremony the Yatiri calls for Ayllu Coyo centuries-old way of transport in the desert.
city. We pick you up from the airport and take the ancestors and the forces of nature. The We pick you up at the airport of Calama Afterwards we head to the Salt Mountains,
you to your hotel in Arica. In the afternoon ritual expresses gratitude for the fertility of and take you to San Pedro de Atacama. On an impressive mountain range consisting
discover the most important sights of the city plants, animals and people. (B, L, D) the limits of San Pedro de Atacama, there of folded sedimentary rocks with salt
on a guided tour. are several small villages of indigenous deposits. Here we visit the community of
Day 5 Lauca National Park – Atacameño (Likan Antai) communities. In Ayllu Vilama, whose water mill has been
Day 2 Azapa Valley Lago Chungará the afternoon continue on to the community used by the villagers for a century. You have
Discover the nearby Azapa Valley today. Visit The spectacular Lauca National Park awaits Ayllu de Coyo. Two Lican Antai families guide the opportunity to help with some of the
the vegetable market, where local produce of you today. On the way we stop at an you on their traditional paths and explain community’s daily activities.
the valley is offered. The trip then continues Apacheta, a ceremonial site that was used their local irrigation system and animal
visiting the geoglyphs in Alto Ramírez and centuries ago by Lama caravans. We visit husbandry, as well as the production of A unique cosmic experience awaits you this
the interesting Archeological Museum. It Parinacota, one of the most beautiful villages typical artisan handicrafts. (D) evening: Community members introduce
exhibits mummies of the Chinchorro culture. of the Chilean highlands. From here we walk you to the world of Andean astronomy. The
In the afternoon you have the option to to the Chungará Lake, located 4,517 meters Day 2 Moon Valley & traditional systems of the Likan Antai use the
help the local Aymara harvest vegetables (14,800 ft) above sea level. In the afternoon Atacama Salt Flats stars for orientation and the cosmic energies
HIGHLIGHTS and fruits such as papayas. It is a great we visit the village of Chucuyo, where you The day starts with a visit to the Moon for the regulation of their life energy. (B, L)
opportunity to learn about their traditional can watch the local Aymaras making textiles Valley. This surreal place, one of the most
● XXXXXXXXXXXXX agricultural methods and also about before returning to Putre. (B, BL, D) spectacular in the Atacama Desert, owes its Day 4 San Pedro – Calama (B)
modernized approaches. (B, L) name to the unique geological formations A transfer takes you back to the airport of
Day 6 Putre – Arica that resemble a lunar landscape. Calama.
Day 3 Arica – Belen From Putre, we take you back to the airport
Leaving Arica behind, we travel to the village of Arica. (B) After lunch, the tour continues to the
HIGHLIGHTS of Belén. This village was founded in 1625 northern part of the Atacama Salt Flat. The HIGHLIGHTS
by the Spaniards; today it has around 140 octagonal salt crusts in the middle of the HIGHLIGHTS
● Learn about the traditions inhabitants. On the way we stop at the world’s driest desert are truly an impressive ● Learn about the culture
4 DAY PRIVATE ITINERARY XXXXXXXXXXXXX
of the Aymara people canyon of Cardona and Lluta Valley with its
geoglyphs and petroglyphs. An afternoon
6 DAY PRIVATE ITINERARY sight. It is possible to observe three different
species of flamingo, which feed on the
●
and traditions of the
● Explore the Altiplano, hike takes you to the Pukara de Huaihuarani, FROM A$ 3,736* PER PERSON lakes’ salt brine. To finish off this memorable FROM A$ 2,213* PER PERSON Atacameños
a Pre-Inca fortress and still in its original day, the visit to Laguna Cejar offers an
more then 4000 meters state. (B,L,D) Includes extraordinary pleasure, possible because of Includes
● Visit the Moon Valley and
above sea level Includes
• 5 nights in the hotel accommodation its high salt concentration: Floating on the Includes
• 2 nights in an Atacameño family house the Salt Lake Atacama
Day 4 Belen – Putre – • according
7 nights 4 to the
star chosen
hotel category
accommodation water without moving. (B, L, D) • and 1 night
7 nights in hotel
4 star hotel accommodation
● Visit the Lauca National Aymara Ceremony • Transport
All flights in
as air-conditioned
specified in the vehicle
itinerary • Transport
All flights in
as air-conditioned
specified in the vehicle
itinerary ● Experience the llama
Park and the famous After breakfast, pay a visit to Socoroma, • Private
Transporttouring
in air-conditioned vehicles Day 3 Traditions And Customs Of The • Private
Transporttouring
in air-conditioned vehicles caravan and learn more
another picturesque Aymara community. We • Local
Saigonenglish-speaking
Design Your Ownguidefull day tour Atacameños • Local
Saigonenglish-speaking
Design Your Ownguide full day tour
Chungará Lake, one of the continue on to Putre. Upon arrival you are • Entrance fees half day tour
Cu Chi Tunnels Today is dedicated to the traditions of the • Entrance fees half day tour
Cu Chi Tunnels
about this symbolic
highest lakes in the world. welcomed by the Yatiri (shaman of Aymara) • M eals
Hoi Anas indicated
Design Your Own h alf day tour Atacameño people. The Lama Caravan • M eals
Hoi Anas indicated
Design Your Own half day tour Andean animal
and receive a woven bag containing coca • Hoi An Village L=
(B= breakfast, Cycle fullD=
lunch, daydinner)
tour (walking with lamas) is a truly unique • Hoi An Village L=
(B= breakfast, Cycle fullD=
lunch, daydinner)
tour
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EASTER ISLAND MAPUCHE LIFE AT BUDI LAKE CHILE
TOURS TOURS
12 DAY PRIVATE ITINERARY
FROM $ 2,742* PER PERSON
Day 1 Hanga Roa Day 4 Vinapu & Orongo Day 1 Temuco – Llaguepulli At Budi Lake, which is one of the few saltwater
Upon arrival your Rapa Nui guide provides Today’s excursion leads to the archaeological Budi Lake lakes in South America. After crossing over
you with an introduction into the customs site of Vinapu on the southwest coast, where Arrival at Temuco Airport. A transfer takes to the island by boat, there is plenty of time
and traditions of this ethnic group. At the three Ahu can be found. We continue on you to Budi Lake, which is located right by to visit its small museum and to explore the
hotel, enjoy a welcome drink with the host to the cave of Ana Kai Tangata, located on the Pacific coast. After around 1.5 hours, surroundings, nowadays home to only 17
family Tuki, which gives you some advice on the cliffs south of Hanga Roa. It contains you reach Llaguepulli, where you will spend people. In the evening return to Llaguepulli.
how to behave responsibly towards the local murals of Manutara, a sea tern whose egg the next days. One of the most beautiful (B, L, D)
people. The afternoon is at leisure, allowing is central to the annual traditional Rapa Nui and at the same time most important
you to explore the town of Hanga Roa. competition. This competition is held on the elements of the Mapuche culture is its Day 4 Budi Lake –Temuco
outskirts of the sacred village of Orongo, music and dances. On the day of arrival, you Your experience along the shores of Budi
Day 2 Ahu Akahanga, Tongariki & which we visit at the end of this day. (B) are invited to watch one of these original Lake ends after breakfast today. A transfer
Rapa Nui Curanto performances and, if you wish, participate takes you back to Temuco Airport, from
Today you will have plenty of opportunity to Day 5 Tereveka & Traditional Dances yourself. (L,D) where you can continue your journey or
marvel at the Moais. Our first stop is at Ahu In the morning, hike up to the highest catch a flight back home. (B)
Akahanga. We then continue to Rano Raraku, point of the island. From here you have a Day 2 Medicinal Herbs & Cooking
the site chosen by the Rapa Nui to produce 360° panoramic view over the island. The Discover the secrets of the Mapuche’s
their giant Moai statues. The next stop is Ahu afternoon is at your free disposal. In the increasingly popular natural medicine during
Tongariki, a ceremonial site equipped with a evening, your host family awaits you with a visit to the medicinal herb garden today.
platform of 15 statues. The evening is spent a farewell dinner. As is traditionally the A tremendous variety of plants and herbs
HIGHLIGHTS on the outskirts of Hanga Roa, where you case with family visits, rhythmic dances are awaits, each with a clearly defined purpose
prepare a traditional Rapa Nui Curanto with performed to the music of the Rapa Nui. (B, D) and healing process. Learn about the so-
● Learn about the traditions the Turi family. Enjoy this very special dish called „Machi“, a medicine man or woman
HIGHLIGHTS
and culture of the Rapa Nui and participate in a small ceremony for the Day 6 Departure (B) that heals diseases that cannot be cured
success of the days of travel to follow. (B, D) After breakfast, a transfer takes you to the by traditional medicine, using only wisdom HIGHLIGHTS
●
● Discove the different
Explore airport. and the help of natural plants.
Day 3 Ahu Akivi, Anakena Beach & Experience the life of the
archeological sites of Polynesian Customs
In the afternoon, the Mapuche women show
4 DAY PRIVATE ITINERARY ●
the island Today’s excursion takes you to Puna Pau, a
6 DAY PRIVATE ITINERARY their culinary skills and, if you wish, allow
you to participate in the food preparation. FROM A$ 2,242* PER PERSON
Mapuche community
red volcanic crater. The red volcanic slag was FROM A$ 3,543* PER PERSON The result is enjoyed together for dinner. ● Learn about medicinal
● Experience authentic used to create the cylindrical headgear of the (B, L, D) Includes
Includes herbs and enjoy the
ceremonies and the Moai. Next stop is at Akivi Ahu, whose seven • 3 nights in a Ruka
Moai are the only ones looking towards • 5 nights in the hotel accommodation Day 3 Mapuche Handicraft & (traditional Mapuche Housing) mapuche culinary skills
preparation of delicious the sea and not inland. The warm waters according to the chosen category Llepu Island or Cabins
traditional meals from and coral sand beach of Anakena invites • Transport in air-conditioned vehicle In the morning you have the opportunity to • Transport in air-conditioned vehicle ● Visit Llepu Island with its
this ancient Polynesian for swimming break. We continue to Poike, • Private touring work hand in hand with the craftspeople. • Private touring museum and beautiful
to collect mussels and catch fish from the • Local english-speaking guide They use traditional techniques in order to • Local english-speaking guide
culture shore. Learn how to prepare your catch the • Entrance fees fabricate and color products out of textiles. A • Entrance fees
landscape
traditional Polynesian way: Roasted over a • Meals as indicated visit to Llepu Island awaits in the afternoon. • Meals as indicated
fire covered by stones. (B, L) (B= breakfast, L= lunch, D= dinner) The trip leads along the western shore of (B= breakfast, L= lunch, D= dinner)
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TOURS IN CONDOR‘S CREEK TOURS
Day 1 Puerto Montt – Ancud – Day 4 Compu – National Park Day 1 Osorno, Caleta Condor & Day 4 Bahia Mansa – Osorno
Puñihuil – San Antonio (D) Chiloé – Castro (B, L, D) Huilliche-Communities Today we travel back to Bahia Mansa by
This tour starts in Puerto Montt. We pick Today we leave Compu and make our way This tour starts in Osorno, in Southern Chile’s boat. If the weather does not permit the boat
you up at the airport and travel south to to Chiloé National Park on the west coast of Lake District. Upon arrival at the airport, we trip, we leave the park on foot on a five-
take the ferry that connects Chiloé with the the island. In the national park, an extended pick you up and take you to the coastal town hour trekking tour, with the help of horses
mainland. Our first stop in the port town of hike takes us through lush and still largely of Bahia Mansa, from where a boat takes you that carry our luggage. From Bahia Mansa, a
Ancud allows for a short walk along its main untouched Valdivian rainforest, until south to the coastal settlement of Caleta transfer takes you back to Osorno, where you
attractions. From here we continue along reaching the long sandy beach of Cucao. On Condor. spend the last evening. (B, BL)
the coast to the protected area Islotes de the way back to Castro, we stop at the small Located in a secluded bay, Caleta Condor is
Puñihuil. It houses the only mixed penguin indigenous community of Quilque. We arrive made up of around 30 families, most of them Day 5 Osorno (B)
colony that consists of both northern back to Castro in the late afternoon, where part of the Huilliche indigenous people. You After breakfast, a transfer takes you to
Chile’s Humboldt penguins and Patagonia’s you spend the night in a Palafito, a typical stay with a local family in Caleta Condor Osorno airport
Magallanes penguins. In the afternoon, we Chiloé stilt house at the sea. (B, L, D) tonight. (D)
continue south to the area of San Antonio,
where we are expected by Mrs. Maria Luisa Day 2 Caleta Condor, Huellelhue
and her husband for dinner. (D) Day 5 Castro – Puerto Montt (B) & Nature Park
HIGHLIGHTS After breakfast, it is time to say goodbye to After a short hike along the beaches of
this mystical island. A transfer takes you back Caleta Condor, a boat takes us to the nearby
● Visit the mystical island Day 2 San Antonio – Compu to Puerto Montt. Guilberto Cumilef Park, where we visit
of Chiloé After breakfast, we depart towards Castro, the solitary farm of a friendly Huilliche
where we stop for a short visit. We then family. Back in Caleta Condor, a tasty lunch
● Explore the National Park continue our journey south to the Huilliche provides energy for a four-hour walk through
municipality of Compu. After arrival in dense coastal forests to the community of
Chiloé close to Cucao Compu, enjoy the warmth and cordiality Huellehue.
● Visit the city of Castro of your host family in their cottage called Our destination for the day, Huellehue, is a
5 DAY PRIVATE ITINERARY HIGHLIGHTS
Rukamanque, while listening to Don Gabino small village whose families have settled
with its famous houses on FROM A$ 3,023* PER PERSON Experience the life of the
Curiwentru`s stories about the ancient
5 DAY PRIVATE ITINERARY along the river of the same name. (B, L, D) ●
palafitos traditions and roots of his people. (B, D) Huilliche communities
FROM A$ 4,102* PER PERSON Day 3 Huellelhue – The Life Of Includes
The Huilliche • 7 nights in a 3 stars hotel ● Enjoy the costal region of
Day 3 Quellón – Isla Cailin – Compu Includes The day starts with a visit to the school of accommodation
In the morning we continue south to Quellón, • 4
nights in a Hulliche family house Huellelhue, before you are free to choose • Transport in air-conditioned vehicle
Caleta Condor, a remote
Chiloé’s most important port, from where we and 1 night in Hotel in Castro among various activities to spend the rest • Private touring and pristine area home to
cross to the offshore island of Cailin. Meet • Transport in air-conditioned vehicle of the day. Possibilities are boat trips on the • Local English-speaking guide the Huilliche people
the local Huilliche community and enjoy a • Private touring river, fishing or a horse ride along the beach; • Entrance fees (except camera fees)
tasty traditional lunch. In the afternoon we • Local english-speaking guide a hike to discover the diverse wildlife of the • Return airport transfers to ● Hike through the Valdivian
return to Compu. (B, L, D) • Entrance fees and boat rides area is very worthwhile as well. (B, L, D) accommodation
• Meals as indicated • Meals as indicated
Rainforest
(B= breakfast, L= lunch, D= dinner) (B= breakfast, L= lunch, D= dinner)
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