Chile: Cities, Lakes & Volcanoes

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Picture this: you're walking down a colorful street in Santiago. The smell of sizzling empanadas is making you hungry, friendly vendors are selling colorful artwork, and you turn around and see the majestic Andes in the distance. Now, add in towering snow-capped volcanoes, boat rides atop glistening lakes, majestic waterfalls. The best part? It's not too good...

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Trip type
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Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Highlights

    • Experience the awe-inspiring sight of not merely one, but four snow-capped volcanoes! See Osorno, Calbuco, Puntiagudo, and Tronador on this magical journey.
    • Embark on an informative, yet entertaining tour of Santiago's historical downtown!
    • Float on top of sparkling lakes and watch the rush of glistening waterfalls on your excursion to Peulla.
    • Wander around the colorful, cafe-lined streets of Santiago's artsy Bellavista neighborhood. Yes, Pablo Neruda really did live there, and you can visit his amazing former home!
    • Try Chilean favorites like asado, empanadas, cazuela - and of course - tres leches cake for dessert.

What's this trip about?

    Picture this: you're walking down a colorful street in Santiago. The smell of sizzling empanadas is making you hungry, friendly vendors are selling colorful artwork, and you turn around and see the majestic Andes in the distance. Now, add in towering snow-capped volcanoes, boat rides atop glistening lakes, majestic waterfalls. The best part? It's not too good to be true! On this amazing vacation package, explore the spectacular city of Santiago, then immerse yourself in the picture-perfect natural beauty of Puerto Varas and Peulla, all in one trip.

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Details

Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeIntimate group - 12 max
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transportAll internal ground transport included
Start CitySantiago
End CityChile

Travel Themes

  • Cultural
  • National Parks
  • Nature & Wildlife

Destinations

  • South America
  • Chile

Attractions

  • Puerto Varas
  • Santiago

Activities

  • Culture
  • Historic sightseeing
  • History
  • Nature
  • Ruins & Archaeology

Trip includes

    • Round-trip economy class airfare to Santiago (SCL)
    • All airport transfers
    • 3 nights in Santiago at the Hotel Torremayor Lyon, or similar
    • Santiago Historical Downtown City Tour
    • One-way, economy class flight from Santiago (SCL) to Puerto Montt (PMC)
    • Private city tour of Puerto Montt and Puerto Varas (en-route from airport to Puerto Varas hotel)
    • 2 nights in Puerto Varas at Cabana del Lago, or similar
    • Peulla Excursion
    • Lunch in Peulla
    • One-way, economy class flight from Puerto Montt (PMC) to Santiago (SCL)
    • 1 night in Santiago at the Hotel Torremayor Lyon, or similar
    • Breakfast daily

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Itinerary

Day 1: Welcome to Santiago!

Accommodation: Hotel Torremayor Lyon

Touch down in the sunny city of Santiago! Immerse yourself in fascinating history, colonial architecture, and sweeping natural beauty in Chile's capital and largest city. Feel your eyes widen as you gawk at the sight of the ...

Day 2: Santiago

Wake up smiling, enjoy breakfast, and get ready for your first fun-filled day in Chile! Grab your camera and embark on a tour of Santiago's historical downtown. Explore the Plaza de Armas, City Hall, the Cathedral, and much more.

After the tour, consider roamin...

Day 3: Santiago

Ahh, a day at leisure to relax in Santiago - what could be better? Recharge with a pleasant breakfast, then venture out!

Today, head to the Central Market (Mercado Central) and walk through stalls and stands of fresh seafood, local delicacies, and fresh produce...

Day 4: Santiago - Puerto Varas

Accommodation: Cabana del Lago

Say "see ya" to Santiago (for now) and jet off to the bright blue lakeside city of Puerto Varas! Nestled on the banks of Lake Llanquihue, Puerto Varas boasts quaint German-style architecture, which is reflective of its colonial pa...

Day 5: Puerto Varas

Refuel with a yummy breakfast, then look forward to a day of volcanoes, lakes, and waterfalls! Embark on an unforgettable excursion to Peulla, where you'll sail atop picturesque Lake Santos and see several active volcanoes up-close!

Peulla Excursion with lunch<...

Day 6: Puerto Varas – Santiago

Accommodation: Hotel Torremayor Lyon

After breakfast, hop on a quick flight back to Santiago. Once you're all re-settled into your hotel, spend your last full day in Chile discovering new treasures, or revisiting your favorite sites!

Santiago is filled w...

Day 7: Depart Chile

Squeeze all your souvenirs into your luggage and enjoy a convenient ride to the airport. As you take off, wave goodbye to Chile, then spend the flight home dreaming about your next adventure.

Transfer from Santiago hotel to Santiago airport (SCL)

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