Santiago, Lake crossing and Buenos Aires
PAQUETES Chile
ITINERARIO DIA A DIA
Day 1 – Santiago de Chile – Arrival
Our representative will be waiting for you at the Santiago airport and take you to your hotel. We recommend requesting an early check in.
In the afternoon we'll pick you up from your hotel and tour the bustling city of Santiago. We will start with the downtown area, driving down the Alameda Bernardo O'Higgins, Santiago's main avenue.
First stop will be Santa Lucia Hill, where the capital was founded in 1541. It offers a beautiful view of the city center. Part of the historic city center was converted into pedestrian areas which hold the city’s main commercial activity.
On the Plaza de Armas, the main square, you will see lovers in repose next to old men playing chess and businessmen having their shoes polished. The plaza is surrounded by main buildings such as the cathedral and the main post office but it has a charm of a village square and gives visitors an idea of the culture. Of course we will visit Plaza de Constitucion with La Moneda, the government palace. Our guide will explain to you the important role this building has played in the past and present of our country.
We will cross the Mapocho River to access Bellavista, a neighborhood full of cultural and artistic activities and nightlife. Bellavista lies at the foot of the Metropolitan Park's San Cristóbal, the highest hill within the town. We will drive to the hilltop for a view of the whole city and the majestic Andes mountain range. Finally, a visit to Providencia, the new nucleus of the town, and the residential areas of Las Condes and Vitacura.
Return to your hotel and overnight in Santiago.
Day 2 – Vina del Mar and Valparaiso Chile.
Early morning pick up at your hotel to start our tour towards the Pacific Ocean, passing the agricultural valleys of Curacaví and Casablanca, finally reaching Valparaíso, Chile’s main port.
It was once the most important maritime destination of the Pacific coast before the Panama Canal was opened in 1914.
We will visit the downtown area and the hill neighborhoods for a better understanding of this city which flourished in the early 20th century. Traveling north along the coastline of the bay, we will reach the city of Viña del Mar, the most famous and visited seaside city of the area, whose many parks with huge trees and palms give Viña del Mar its well-deserved name of 'Garden City'.
Late return to your hotel in Santiago.
Day 3 – Santiago de Chile.
Full free day in Santiago.
Overnight at your hotel in Santiago
Day 4 – Santiago to Puerto Montt to Puerto Varas
Early transfer to the airport for your next flight to Puerto Montt.
Welcome at the airport and transfer to Puerto Varas, the city of roses, on the beautiful shores of Lake Llanquihue with a panoramic view of the Andes mountain range.
On the way visit of the capital of the 10th Region, Puerto Montt with it’s interesting handcraft and fish market . Balance of the day free time.
Overnight at hotel in Puerto Varas.
Day 5 – Frutillar
Today a half-day excursion to get to know the history of the German settlement by visiting Frutillar, one of the most picturesque villages of the lake Llanquihue.
Return to the hotel and overnight in Puerto Varas.
Day 6 – Puerto Varas – Peulla
Today we will undertake the first part of the Lake Crossing service between Chile and Argentina.
A catamaran takes us across the beautiful Lake Todos los Santos to the small settlement of Peulla in the middle of the Andes close to the Chilean border.
Free afternoon for optional excursions.
Overnight in Peulla.
Day 7 – Peulla to Bariloche
After breakfast, check out from the hotel and we will be on our way to cross the border to Argentina using the Vicente Pérez Rosales Pass.
After a short boat journey arrival at Puerto Frias, on the Argentinean side.
Later continue the voyage by bus to Puerto Blest on the shores of Lake Nahuel Huapi.
The tour will continue by boat to Puerto Pañuelo, the last leg by bus to finally arrive at the hotel in San Carlos de Bariloche.
Overnight in Bariloche.
Day 8 – Bariloche
Early breakfast and we will be ready to take a small circuit tour, perfect to enjoy all the beauty of the Bariloche landscapes.
Different points on the way are natural observation sites like Bahia Lopez and Punto Panoramico.
The Air-Chair of Cerro Campanario located in the center of the stage, takes you to the perfect altitude just to be amazed by the wonderful views of the area.
In front of Puerto Panuelo, the Llao Llao Hotel and the Capilla San Eduardo are the best attractions offering that unique Swedish colony taste to the visit.
The handcraft is present as well so you could find typical candles, woven clothing and more.
Overnight in Bariloche.
Day 9 – Bariloche
Breakfast and full day at your leisure.
Overnight in Bariloche.
Day 10 – Bariloche - Buenos Aires
Breakfast and at the right time, transfer to the airport for your next flight to Buenos Aires.
Reception at the Aeroparque airport, assistance with your baggage and private transportation to your hotel.
Overnight in Buenos Aires.
Day 11 – Buenos Aires
Breakfast and we will be on our way to discover the beauty of Buenos Aires.
We will visit the Civic Center, the impressive National Congress building and the May Square (Plaza de Mayo), surrounded by the Government House (Casa Rosada), the Metropolitan Cathedral and the City Hall from colonial days.
We will visit as well the famous Colon Theater, one of the world’s best-known opera houses and the cultural price of the Portenos.
Next we will tour the traditional San Telmo with its Flea Market.
A stop at La Boca, home of the first Italian immigrants where you will observe the picturesque and colorful architecture.
Finally we will go to La Recoleta, the city’s most exclusive district full of elegant boutiques, gourmet restaurants and side walk cafes under the ficus (Gomeros).
Overnight in Buenos Aires.
Day 12 – Buenos Aires
Breakfast and full day at your leisure. Enjoy the city.
Overnight in Buenos Aires.
Day 13 – Buenos Aires – back Home.
Breakfast and at the right time, transfer to the airport for your flight back Home.
End of the program.
