Chile and Argentinean Lakes
cost
GBP £710
departure
Daily
duration
8 Days
locations
Puerto Montt, Puerto Varas, Lake Llanquihue, Osorno and Calbuco Volcanoes, Lago Frias, Bariloche, 7 Lakes, Pucon
Highlights of the wonderful Andean Lake District
The Lake District of Chile and Argentina is a stunning region, home to pristine forests, magnificent lakes and active volcanoes. This is a cross border tour and a must for nature lovers and those who appreciate wonderful scenery.
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Day 1: Puerto Montt - Puerto Varas
Meeting you at the airport in Puerto Montt we make our way to Angelmó. From here we continue on to Puerto Varas where we stay the night.
Meeting you at the airport in Puerto Montt we make our way to Angelmó. From here we continue on to Puerto Varas where we stay the night.
Day 2: Puerto Varas: Frutillar
In the morning we set out on a half-day excursion to the lakeside town of Frutillar. During the journey we will have a beautiful view of the impressive Lake Llanquihue and its backdrop of snow-capped volcanoes.
In the morning we set out on a half-day excursion to the lakeside town of Frutillar. During the journey we will have a beautiful view of the impressive Lake Llanquihue and its backdrop of snow-capped volcanoes.
Day 3: Puerto Varas - Bariloche
Today we travel by bus to past Lago Llanquihue we enjoy breathtaking views of the volcanoes Osorno and Calbuco. We continue over the Pérez Rosales Pass and into Argentina where we reach Bariloche and our hotel for the night. The entire journey passes through unspoiled Andean scenery.
Note: The full day lakes crossing tour is also available on this day.
Today we travel by bus to past Lago Llanquihue we enjoy breathtaking views of the volcanoes Osorno and Calbuco. We continue over the Pérez Rosales Pass and into Argentina where we reach Bariloche and our hotel for the night. The entire journey passes through unspoiled Andean scenery.
Note: The full day lakes crossing tour is also available on this day.
Day 4: Bariloche: Free Day
Day to be spent at your leisure with time to explore Bariloche and its surroundings.
Day to be spent at your leisure with time to explore Bariloche and its surroundings.
Day 5: Bariloche - San Martin: 'Route of the Seven Lakes'
After breakfast we set out by public bus from Bariloche taking the famed "Route of the Seven Lakes". This is a tremendous drive through natural Patagonian wilderness. There are only a few small settlements, mostly for rangers who tend to the National Parks. In the afternoon we arrive in San Martín de los Andes.
After breakfast we set out by public bus from Bariloche taking the famed "Route of the Seven Lakes". This is a tremendous drive through natural Patagonian wilderness. There are only a few small settlements, mostly for rangers who tend to the National Parks. In the afternoon we arrive in San Martín de los Andes.
Day 6: Tromen Pass - Pucón
Today we set out in the early morning passing over the Andes back to Chile through the Tromen Pass. In the evening we arrive in picturesque Pucón located at the feet of the Volcano Villarrica.
Today we set out in the early morning passing over the Andes back to Chile through the Tromen Pass. In the evening we arrive in picturesque Pucón located at the feet of the Volcano Villarrica.
Day 7: Pucón: Free Day
Free time to explore Pucón. You can have an active day here climbing the local volcano, hiking in the National Park Huerquehueor or just relaxing in one of the natural hot-springs.
Free time to explore Pucón. You can have an active day here climbing the local volcano, hiking in the National Park Huerquehueor or just relaxing in one of the natural hot-springs.
Day 8: Pucón: Airport Transfer
Transfer to airport after breakfast.
END OF OUR SERVICES
Transfer to airport after breakfast.
END OF OUR SERVICES
| Accommodation | Hotel (3*) |
| Inclusions | Airport transfers Accommodation Tours in the itinerary Transport All breakfasts Other meals where stated |
| Difficulty Rating | 2 (High altitude) |
| Sustainability | Carbon Offsets not available for this tour Local foods used on tour Local guides used (English speaking). |
| Single Surcharge | $US 450 |
| Notes | On day 3 the full day lakes crossing tour is available for an extra $US 300 per person |
| Price dependent on: | Hotel availability and flight schedule |










