Chilean Lake District
Duration: 9 days
Highlights: Santiago, Maipo Valley, Central Valley, Lake District, Araucania Region
Enjoy the clear water lakes, protected natural areas and beautiful volcanoes in the Chilean Lake District.
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Itinerary
Day 1 - Welcome to Santiago
Upon arrival at Santiago International Airport, you will be met by a local representative who will assist and accompany you to your vehicle to start a one-hour drive to Las Majadas de Pirque, in the Maipo Valley (Early Check-in is not included).
In the afternoon, you will be invited to take an introductory tour of the park and palace where you will learn about their history (other options are also available at an additional cost). Dinner will be included at the Hotel’s restaurant.
Las Majadas de Pirque
To speak of Las Majadas is to speak about cultural and architectural heritage in the town of Pirque, in the Maipo Valley. With a wealth of history and traditions that precede it, Las Majadas is more than just a hotel. Showcasing 50 sumptuous rooms, and being perfectly located within an 8-hectare park, it is also part of a restoration project to strengthen its walls and accommodate for meetings and other public uses. The Hotel Las Majadas has numerous lounges, a cafeteria, a pool (open in the summer), and a comfortable and spacious restaurant with large windows with views of the beautiful park. All its rooms have a balcony and views of the park.
Overnight: Las Majadas de Pirque
Meal Plan: D
Day 2 - Start your Excursions in Central Valley
The night before, a guide will discuss the day's itinerary and select the best excursion based on the weather forecast and of course your personal interests. Las Majadas offers a wide variety of activities. From cultural & heritage orientation including visiting organic gardens, a local school project, and local artisans; to tasting fine wines from local producers and world-renowned wineries, passing by adventure fuelled activities (trekking and/or Horseback riding), all excursions are tailored to your interests.
For adventure seekers, there are half-day and full-day activities ranging in intensity levels. From easy (carried out on the foothills) to more challenging options (on the mountain range and at higher altitudes), whatever the chosen activity is, we can guarantee you will enjoy it!
Overnight: Las Majadas de Pirque
Meal Plan: B - L - D
Day 3 - Arrival to Puerto Montt
Transfer to Santiago airport to board your flight to Puerto Montt.
Upon arrival, you will be met by your representative to transfer you to your hotel in Puerto Varas.
Overnight: Cumbres Puerto Varas
Meal Plan: B - L - D
Day 4 - Enjoy the Chilean Lake District
Enjoy your two full days in the Chilean Lake District and select which activities best suit you. Here is a selection of activities you can choose from:
- Castro & Dalcahue (Chiloe Island)
- Puerto Varas, Frutillar & Petrohue
- Romahue Native Trail with lunch. Requires booking in advance.
- Alerce Andino National Park.
- White water river rafting at the Petrohué River.
During these two nights, dinner will be served at the hotel with the option on one of the nights to have dinner at a local restaurant (transfers included for that night).
Overnight: Cumbres Puerto Varas
Meal Plan: (B - L - D) (B - D)
Day 5 - Embrace the Interlagos Route
Today, you will embark on an 8-hour panoramic journey to the Araucania Region. The journey includes lunch, time for pictures, and also a relaxing break in a natural thermal hot spring if you desire (you may opt for the heli-transfer option at an additional cost). On the trip along the Interlagos Route, you will enjoy the jaw-dropping landscapes and towns found in this southern stretch. Visit Panguipulli, Puerto Fuy in the magical Pirihueico Lake (where lunch will be served at a local restaurant), and continue to Coñaripe and the Geometricas Thermal Hot spring, to finally arrive at Pucón.
Antumalal Hotel
Antumalal is a boutique hotel with a unique design, restaurant, spa, and prime location on the shores of Lake Villarrica, all in a 5-hectare private park just 2 km from Pucón. Admirable panoramic views of the lake can be enjoyed from the hotel’s private gardens. Since 1950, Parque Antumalal Restaurant has been a gastronomic tradition in Pucón and in the Araucanía region. Incorporating fresh and organic produce from its own garden and creating refined dishes that combine the tradition of generations with innovation with local and fresh ingredients, all harmoniously balanced with the personalized attention of its staff, dining at this restaurant is an unmissable experience.
Overnight: Antumalal Hotel
Meal Plan: B - L - D
Day 6 - Visit the Araucania Region
Enjoy your full complete days in the Araucanía Region and select which activities best suit your interests and needs. Here is a selection of activities where you can choose from:
-Villarrica volcano ascent
-Quetrupillan Volcano ascent
-Huerquehue National Park & hot springs
-Huincacara, Villarrica National Park
-El Cañi Natural Reserve & hot springs.
-Mapuche community & local traditions
-Boat floating and hot springs in river Liucura
Overnight: Antumalal Hotel
Meal Plan: B - L - D
Day 7 - Departure
At the agreed time, you will be transferred to Temuco airport to board your flight to Santiago and connections.
Overnight:
Meal Plan: B