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chile Tours Cycling the Lake District of Chile & Argentina
Cycling the Lake District of Chile & Argentina
Cycle through one of the world's most scenic mountainous regions. Ride past beautiful lakes, enchanting forests and impressive volcanoes.
- Style: Guided Small Group Cycling Tour
- Duration: 13 days/12 nights
- Starts in: Puerto Montt
Highlights:
- Cross the Andes twice
- Monkey Puzzle forests
- Picturesque volcanoes
- Turquoise rivers & gigantic lakes
Itinerary:
Day 1 Puerto Varas
Arrive in Puerto Varas with free time to explore the town.
Day 2 Puertoo Varas to Frutillar
Cycle around picturesque Lago Llanquihue to the pretty lakeside village of Frutillar.
Day 3 Puerto Varas to Petrohue
Continue along the shoreline of Lago Llanquihue before passing waterfalls. This afternoon, board a catamaran ferry to cross the lake.
Day 4 Perohue to Puerto Blest
Cross the Argentinian border by bike before a short ferry ride on Lago Frias.
Day 5 Puerto Blest to Bariloche
Board a catamaran to Puerto Panuelo. Take a scenic cycle to Bariloche with stunning views across the Lake District.
Day 6 Bariloche
Enjoy a free day in Bariloche, with the option to spend your time rafting or cycling the slopes of nearby Cerro Catedral.
Day 7 Bariloche to San Martin de los Andes
Cycle the 'Camino de los Siete Lagos' to San Martin de los Andes.
Day 8 San Martin de los Andes to Choshuenco.
This morning, head back into Chile via the Huahum pass before sailing to Port Fuy and ending at the village of Choshuenco.
Day 9 Choshuenco to Villarrica Volcano
Start the day by cycling to Panguipulli Village for lunch. Transfer to Pucón where you spend the night at the feet of the Villarrica Volcano.
Day 10 Pucon
Enjoy a free day in Pucon to relax, or, if the weather is good, trek up Villarica Volcano.
Day 11 Pucon
Today's cycling is within Conguillio National Park. Soak up the breathtaking view as you stay at base of Llaima Volcano.
Day 12 Pucon
Explore more of the national park and take a visit to the parks interpretation centre.
Day 13 Pucon
After breakfast your tour of this fascinating region comes to an end.
Departs:
Selected departures Oct-Dec 2020 & Jan-Apr & Oct-Dec 2021.Prices
per person (based on 2 adults sharing)
Inclusions
- 12 nights simple accommodation
- 12 breakfasts, 9 lunches & 1 dinner
- Bike hire
Not Included
- International flights
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