Santiago to Buenos Aires via Lakes Region (16 nights)

Arrival in Santiago de Chile. Private transfer to hostel or hotel. Check in.

Breakfast. At 09:30, Santiago Bike Tour:
This Tour shows you the popular culture and everyday life in Santiago. Multiculturalism, urban art and diverse religions in Patronato. Fruits and vegetables in La Vega Market. History in the Plaza de Armas. All part of the many experiences on this unforgettable Tour of Santiago.

Featured Stops: Bellavista Neighborhood, La Chascona: Pablo Neruda´s House, Metropolitan Park, Patronato Neighborhood, La Vega Market, Mapocho Station, Central Market, Plaza de Armas, Bellas Artes Museum, Forestal Park

Check out and find your own way to the bus station. Overnight bus to Pucon.

Arrival to Pucon and make your own way to the accommodation. Free day

Breakfast and go to the meeting point for the pick up for the Rafting Tour:
Rafting Río Trancura is considered grade IV. In the rapids you will face imposing waterfalls, which makes it stronger and with a greater degree of emotion. All this combined results in a journey full of adventure and beautiful places. You will be accompanied by an experienced guide. It is important to have in mind that this activity is accompanied by a safety kayak that will guarantee that your adventure is safe and reliable. Once the descent of approximately one hour and forty-five minutes is finished, we will be waiting for you with a snack to share a pleasant moment and then transfer to the city.

Breakfast and free day to relax or to take optional tours.

Check out and find your own way to the bus station to take a bus to Puerto Varas. Arrival to this beautiful town with lakes and volcanoes views, and find your own to your accommodation. Check in.

Breakfast and pick up for the Osorno Volcano and Petrohue Tour:
You will walk along the shore of Lake Llanquihue enjoying incredible views of the snow-capped Osorno and Calbuco volcanoes and you will arrive at Ensenada to start the ascent to Volcan Osorno Ski and Mountain Center, located at 1.240 meters high. There, we will have some time to enjoy the landscape, take pictures and to appreciate breathtaking panoramic views of the volcanoes summits with their glaciers and of the Calbuco, of Lake Llanquihue and of the Pacific Ocean. The next stop will be the Vicente Perez Rosales National Park and Petrohué, located on the shore of Todos los Santos Lake, taking a soft walk on its paths surrounded by ever-green forests. Then you will go to the Saltos del Rio Petrohué, one of the most beautiful places of this region, where the river jumps amidst big masses of hard crystallized lava that highlight its turquoise colored waters. Afterwards, you will have the transfer back to your accommodation in Puerto Varas.

*Note: this tour is NOT an ascent to the peak of the Osorno Volcano

Free to relax or to take additional tours.

Check out. Go on your own to the bus station to take the bus to Bariloche. Arrival and go to your accomodation. Check in.

Circuito Chico Half Day Tour:
A beautiful and surprising journey of 65 kilometers along Lake Nahuel Huapi shore and passing among other attractions like Laguna El Trebol, Moreno Lake, Llao Llao city park and Cerro Campanario. The beautiful landscape is present throughout all the tour. Various natural view points along the way such as Bahia Lopez and Punto Panoramico are the perfect places to feel the Patagonian vibe. Facing Puerto Pañuelo the Llao Llao Hotel and San Eduardo Chapel are unique attractions for visitors. Also, a brief stop is made in the Cerro Campanario where you can use the chairlift to the top (not included) or hike up the hill. and an exceptional view of 360 degrees landscape.

Isla Victoria and Bosque de Arrayanes Boat Tour - Bariloche:
During the tour you will have the unique chance to visit Victoria Island and the incredible Myrtle Forest (Arrayan Forest) - a place with all the exuberance typical of Patagonian plant life. The activity will depart from Bariloche, crossing by boat the Lake Nahuel Huapi to Victoria Island Quetrihue Peninsula. Prepare to be blown away by the sights and lush vegetation of the area and the enormous Myrtus or Myrtle trees, that grow to an exceptional 18 meters, really making this forest one of a kind! The Victoria Island and Arrayanes Park tour begins at Puerto Pañuelo, from where you will climb aboard the comfortable boat to travel across Lake Nahuel Huapi towards Port Quetrihue. This is an area that includes the world’s only Arrayan Forest, with trees over 500 years old. You will be abl to see the spectacularly tall myrtle tree forest while you walk along the National Park trails leading you through the ancient Arrayanes. The Isla Victoria boat tour will then take you to another port on the Victoria Island, Puerto Anchorena, where you will explore different pathways that offer incredible natural viewpoints of the Nahuel Huapi National Park where you’ll be able to observe rare native species of flora and fauna, making this tour an incomparable natural experience! Discover one of the world’s rarest forests and enjoy the exclusive Patagonian landscapes. The Victoria Island and Arrayanes Forest Tour will show you impressive views of the Southern Andes.

Check out. Make your own way to the bus station to take the night bus to Buenos Aires.

Arrival to Buenos Aires Retiro Bus Station. Go on your own to your accommodation. Check in and free day.

Breakfast. At 09:00, Buenos Aires City Tour.
You will discover the beauty and wonders of Buenos Aires city, viewing the National Congress, The Metropolitan Cathedral next to the Government House in May Square area among other important buildings. You will catch a glimpse of the Colon Theater, one of the most important opera houses in Latin America and San Telmo, traditional neighborhood where Tango performances can be seen in many bars and restaurants. There is an important stop at La Boca colorful neighborhood, which was seat of immigrants - mainly Italians - and now home of some artists.

Enjoy Palermo, an area that combines its architecture and history with entertainment and amusement in its green spaces. Finally, La Recoleta, an exclusive and elegant neighborhood where the famous cemetery is found.

Alternative at no extra cost: Buenos Aires Bike Tour. If you want a more active tour to discover the corners of Buenos Aires with a small group and pedal your way along the city streets, the bike tour is your choice.

Important: Make your choice (either Buenos Aires City Tour OR Buenos Aires Bike Tour) when booking because if you wait until last minute you might not have the spaces for a change.

Breakfast and very early in the morning be at the Buquebus port for the Colonia Day Tour:
Colonia is the Uruguayan city closest to Buenos Aires, only 60 km away crossing the wide Rio de La Plata. With a day tour you will be able to cross the river and enjoy the chill and atmosphere of this quiet colonial village. You can walk about the cobble stoned streets between 16th century houses or stroll along the beach. On your way back you will be able to see the Buenos Aires skyline from the open river! Back to Buenos Aires port and make your own way to your accommodation. Please take your passport with you.

Breakfast. Check out. Private transfer to Ezeiza airport. End of adventure!

- Santiago Airport Pick up
- 2 nights accommodation with breakfast at selected room in Santiago
- Santiago Bike Tour
- Night Bus from Santiago to Pucon
- 3 nights accommodation with breakfast in Pucon
- Rafting Trancura River
- Bus from Pucon to Puerto Varas
- 3 nights accommodation with breakfast in Puerto Varas
- Osorno Volcano and Petrohue Half Day Tour
- Bus from Puerto Varas to Bariloche
- 3 nights accommodation in Bariloche at selected room with breakfast
- Mt Campanario and Circuito Chico half day trip
- Isla Victoria and Bosque de Arrayanes Boat Trip
- Night bus from Bariloche to Buenos Aires
- 3 nights accommodation in Buenos Aires at selected room with breakfast
- Buenos Aires City Tour AM or PM 3 hours OR Buenos Aires Bike Tour
- Colonia (Uruguay) Day Tour with ferry crossing
- Ezeiza International Airport drop off

Choose between hostel and 3* hotel accommodation. The hostel options are a dorm with shared facilities or a private (single/double) room. Please note that towels are not included when staying in the hostel dorm.

Included Transportation
- Santiago Airport Pick up
- Night Bus from Santiago to Pucon
- Bus from Pucon to Puerto Varas
- Bus from Puerto Varas to Bariloche
- Night bus from Bariloche to Buenos Aires
- Colonia (Uruguay) Day Tour with ferry crossing
- Ezeiza International Airport drop off

Some breakfasts are included.

<p><b>ARRIVAL AND DEPARTURE TRANSFERS</b><br /> An airport transfer is included on arrival and departure. Include your customer's arrival/departure details in the email booking request that is sent from Navigator to HI Travel.<br /> <br /> <b>BLACKOUT DATES</b><br /> 01 May to 31 October, every year</p>