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Welcome to Insider Journeys! For over 25 years we’ve been helping travellers like you create unique experiences and stories that will last a lifetime. Explore Chile your way with our independent travel collection. Whether you want to discover the breathtaking nature of the chilean Andes, an amazing wildlife in several national parks, uncover the traditional way of life of the local people, taste great wines and food, or do all of the above, our selection of private itineraries, short stays, and trekking tours will give you real insight into these amazing destinations. All our experiences are designed with flexibility in mind by our Chile experts. If you can’t find exactly what you’re looking for, we will tailor-make an itinerary to suit your exact requirements. Let us help you discover Chile as an insider.

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CONTENT Why Travel with Insider Journeys… 4 The Insider Journeys Di erence 25 years of amazing stories 6 Journey Styles 8 TOURS Chile Natural 12 Patagonia Pure 14 The Four Giants of Patagonia 16 The world‘s southernmost trekking “Dientes de Navarino” (extension) 18 Chile‘s Best Wine Valley Valle Colchagua 1 Footsteps of the Aymara culture 0 Atacame o E perience 1 Authentic Easter Island apuche ife at udi ake 3 Chilo agic, myth and nature Huilliche Traditions in Condor‘s Creek 25 Active Chilean ake District 6 Mapu Trek 27 Trekking Cocham ater Slides Trekking El Callao Hot Trekking Pumalin Yelcho 30 Trekking Tagua Tagua Valley 31 Descendants of the Inca 3 The Greatest National Parks Torres del Paine os laciares 33 Volcanoes, Forests and Fjords 3 Secrets of Araucan a 35 Pumalin National Park Trek & Drive 36 Puelo‘s Hidden Valleys Trek & Drive 37 Ays n Untouched 3 Contrasts of Chilo 3 El Patag n 0 INSIDER EXCURSIONS

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WHY TRAVEL WITH INSIDER JOURNEYS… At Insider Journeys we make it easy to holiday anywhere in the world. Our private travel collection lets you e perience each country as an insider with the fle ibility to e plore at your own pace. hether it s getting up early to beat the crowds, staying longer to watch that ama ing sunset or spending time chatting with a local, it is this level of fle ibility that makes

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e know that to truly e perience a country, you need to wander o the tourist trail occasionally. Our collection of private itineraries will provide you with e periences that a guidebook alone simply cannot o er. hether you re travelling with your partner, family, a group of friends or solo, connecting you with your destination s heart is what we do best. et us help you e perience the country you visit as an insider

PRIVATE ITINERARIES Each of our unique, private itineraries are designed by our team of passionate travel experts. Every itinerary includes the must-see highlights and genuine experiences. From the moment your trip begins, our private itineraries provide a seamless travel experience. Our tour programs will sometimes take you off the tourist trail while ensuring you don’t miss any of the essential places. With plenty of free time and the services of knowledgeable local guides in each destination, you’ll really feel like an insider.

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the experience we had in Bhutan and Nepal. We’ve never seen anything like that before and this was easily the best holiday of our lives! Mark & Kristin, Melbourne, Australia

OFF THE BEATEN PATH An unforgettable e perience starts with the une pected. e ll make sure you see the most popular highlights of our destinations... but then we ll show you the places you wouldn t find on your own, and each country is full of these hidden treasures. From conversations with local families, feasting in street food stalls, and shopping in hidden local markets, we ll make sure you go home with amazing memories.

It is impossible to choose one highlight as we enjoyed everything so much. This was our fourth tour with Insider Journeys and we will have no hesitation in recommending the company to all our family and friends. Anne & Bruce, New Zealand

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SAFE AND RE IA E For more than 5 years, Insider Journeys has been safely and reliably sharing the beauty of the world with travellers. We are the only Tour Operator with our own o ces in several countries throughout Asia for e ample. Our local partners live and work in the destinations we serve, bringing you the perfect combination of local authenticity while still providing the high level of service and support you e pect.

Your local guides are one of the most important elements of your trip. They are the people you see the most, the person who answers your questions, the person who helps to shape your impression of a destination. In recognition of this important relationship, our guides are truly passionate, local e perts who are carefully selected and trained to look out for you, to share the history and knowledge that only a local can provide, and to e pect the une pected. any of our guides have worked with us for years, and feel like a part of our family, just as they will soon feel like a part of yours.

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BESPOKE ACCOMMODATION A quality hotel is an essential element of an enjoyable holiday. e o er an e tensive range of accommodation options and e periences, so you can customise your vacation. Our hotels have been handpicked for charm, comfort, location and to provide you with an insight into the region. From the forts and palaces to beach resorts, we have accommodation options to suit all tastes and budgets.

INDEPENDENCE AND F E I I ITY An ideal tour is a balance of activity and relaxation. We know sometimes you want to e plore on your own, eat on your own, or rela on your own. e can include moments of leisure without any scheduled activities, where you have the freedom to be spontaneous, to choose your own meals, to choose your own e periences, and to enjoy your holiday as you see fit.

Our guides were really good at making the history of India come alive. You could tell that they obviously love their country, and this comes across. We would definitely use Insider Journeys again. Henry & Lisa, Wellington, New Zealand

GETTING AROUND e don t do bus tours we do Small roup Journeys. hether it s a tuktuk, jeep safari, or bullet train, you ll get a local e perience when it provides the best sightseeing or transport opportunity. Otherwise, road journeys are in our comfortable air-conditioned vehicles. e keep it small and never use large coaches.

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You can use our Small roup Journey itineraries as inspiration, or you can create your own completely customised holiday. Either way, you will get a tailor-made holiday where you take control of your e perience and we create a holiday e actly the way you want.

I just returned from Sri Lanka and wished to say how much I enjoyed this trip! It was the first time I had used Insider Journeys and I was very impressed with the level of organisation, quality of the hotels, tour guides, vans, cyclos, etc. It was a truly memorable 12 days and thank you to the Insider Journeys team for organising it. Debbie, Wagga Wagga, Australia

For guests who prefer to travel with others, we o er our popular Small S A Group Journeys. We limit these groups GROUP to a maximum of 16 people (and JOURNEYS only 1 in Japan so you can enjoy a personalised, authentic e perience. Smaller groups ensure more time with your local e pert, more time to make new friends, less time waiting, and more time for you to enjoy the ama ing destinations throughout your journey. hether you re gathering your family for a reunion, your friends for a dream PRIVATE wedding, or your co-workers for a GROUPS rewards trip, let us design the perfect custom itinerary for your group s needs. arge groups come with large e pectations, and our dedicated roups department speciali es in these unique requirements. e o er advice and support at all times, so you have peace of mind that we are here for your group.

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CHILE Chile is one of the world s longest and narrowest countries but still o ers you many adventures From starga ing in the driest desert in the world, visiting thousands of years old glaciers in the southernmost region of the world, and trekking through magical forests and lakes at the foot of impressive volcanoes, the country has it all. E pect islands full of legends, traditional wine production, challenging climbing routes and a modern and

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accessible Santiago. ut there is something that has not yet been mentioned. In this vast country full of wide hori ons, you will feel alive. Reconnect with nature and discover untouched landscapes. At the same time, enjoy the warmth and hospitality of the Chilean people. A completely new e perience in a peaceful place visit Chile and enjoy this e traordenary country.

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COUNTRY hat makes Chile special is that, with its length of appro imately 300 km 6 0 mi , it features almost all climate ones on earth, with the e ception of the tropics. Chile has appro imately 1 illion inhabitants, almost half of them living in Santiago and the central region. The easiest way to travel around Chile is by plane. Due to the large distances between the highlights of Chile, it is the fastest way to get to know the country.

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PEOP E The cultural and climatic di erences have characteri ed the identity of the country and its people. arm, kind, energetic and approachable, Chileans share the love for their country, which invites you to build relationships and to live unique e periences. Chileans are faithful followers of their traditions and customs and celebrate their most important festivals each year.

Due to its location on the southern hemisphere, seasons in Chile are opposite to Europe and North America. The warmest months are January and February, the coldest July and August.

the ocean provides for a constant, often frosty wind, so that a wind jacket is recommended all year round. ith 000 3500 mm 11 in of precipitation per year, rain can always be e pected here, although June to August are considered the wettest months.

The north of Chile The north of Chile is defined by a dry desert climate all year round. During the day, it is mostly sunny with high temperatures, which drop at night, sometimes below free ing. Particularly e treme climatic conditions prevail on the Altiplano. Due to the altitude average 3,600 m.a.s.l. 11, 00 ft. , temperatures drop below free ing easily at night.

Patagonia Southern Patagonia has a cold-temperate steppe climate all year round, with temperatures often below free ing. At higher altitudes, the climate can be considered polar. During the summer months, temperatures rise up to 5 C 5 F in e ceptional cases. Precipitation rain and snow is relatively regular throughout the year.

Chile s central one The Chile s central one reflects a editerranean climate, which is characteri ed by long and very warm summers. The winter is relatively short, somewhat cooler and characteri ed by slightly increasing precipitation. This applies particularly to the valley that is located in between the Andes and the coastal cordillera, including the metropolitan region of Santiago.

Islands A subtropical climate with moderate rainfall can be found on the Juan Fernande Archipelago and on Easter Island. This island, which geographically belongs to Polynesia, is one of the most isolated inhabited places in the world and located at a distance of appro imately 3,500 km 1 0 mi from the Chilean mainland.

The south of Chile Temperatures in the ake District between Valdivia and Puerto Varas Puerto ontt further south remain below 5 C 5 F all year round with e ceptions . The pro imity to

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TORRES DE PAINE NATIONA PAR A region of e traordinary beauty akes and rivers of clear waters, ancient forests and spectacular landscapes. It was declared a iosphere Reserve by the UNESCO in 1 . Cascading waterfalls, roaring creeks and jagged spires of mountains are just a part of what Torres Del Paine o ers.

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WINE Chile is famous for it wines. In di erent valleys around Santiago, numerous vineyards produce great quality wines. Include a visit to a vineyard and learn all about wine production and participate in wine tastings or stay and relax at one of the vineyard hotels.

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SAN PEDRO DE ATACAMA This little town is an oasis in the middle of the driest desert in the world. Visit the amazing natural sights close to San Pedro A Sunset in the oon Valley, the El Tatio eysers at dawn or the beautiful lagoons iscanti iniques are just a few of the atractions you can e perience here.

EASTER IS AND The island of Rapa Nui, also known as Easter Island, is located around 3,500 km from mainland Chile. The origins of the Rapa Nui date back to the 5th century, even though many mysteries remain. Rapa Nui developed a comple belief system and created the monumental oai figures, which do not e ist in any other part of the world.

VO CANOES Volcanoes can be found everywhere in Chile, there are more than 000, about 500 of them still active. Some of them can even be ascended on special e cursions. In the lake region the volcanoes are an important part of the beautiful landscape.

A TIP ANO The Altiplano is a flat plateau of very high altitude between 3000 and 500m in the north of Chile. It o ers a variety of landscapes with e treme contrasts from arid desert to fertile valleys. A large biodiversity can be found in the diferent national parks and reserves.

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Day 1 Santiago Upon arrival at Santiago airport, a transfer takes you to your hotel. e then embark on a city tour to catch a glimpse of Chile s metropolitan capital, visiting Santa ucia Hill, the uenas Artes National useum, the central market, the Pla a de Armas, the presidential palace a oneda , the San Francisco Church and the district astarria.

Day Santiago Calama San Pedro De Atacama After breakfast, a transfer takes us back to the airport in order to board a northbound flight to Calama in the Atacama Desert. Upon arrival, we make our way directly to the oasis town of San Pedro de Atacama. During leisure time in the afternoon, you have the opportunity to explore San Pedro. (B)

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Discover the driest desert in the world The Atacama desert Enjoy the lake district with its lakes and volcanoes E perience Patagonian life and the beautiful landscape of Torre del Paine Nationalpark

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Day 3 Atacama Salt Flats Moon Valley After breakfast, we visit the Atacama Salt Flats and Cha a agoon. On our way, we stop in the indigenous village of Toconao, where we visit the pla a and church. e then reach the Salar de Atacama, Chile s largest salt flat. In the afternoon we visit the Moon Valley. This surreal place, one of the most spectacular in the Atacama Desert, owes its name to the unique geological formations that resemble a lunar landscape. e e plore this beautiful landscape and visit the strange creatures that nature has created from salt and clay.

Day 4 Traditions And Customs Of The Indigenous Atacame o People Today we visit the municipality of Ayllu de Coyo, where we get to know two Atacame o families and let them guide us along their traditional paths. In the afternoon a unique e perience awaits us The traditional caravan of the Atacame o people. This walk with llamas allows us to relive this centuriesold way of transport in the desert, while our guide tells us a lot about this symbolic Andean animal. ,

Day 5 San Pedro De Atacama This day is at leisure, allowing you to rela or visit other attractions in the area. e recommend a visit to the geysers of El Tatio. (B)

Day 6 San Pedro De Atacama Calama Puerto Varas After breakfast, a transfer takes us back to Calama Airport, from where we fly via Santiago to Puerto Montt in the Chilean lake region. From here, we continue our journey to Puerto Varas. (B)

Day National Park Vicente Pere Rosales & German Immigrants In The ake Region After breakfast, we enjoy a scenic ride along lanquihue ake to Vicente P re Rosales National Park. Here we visit the famous rapids of Petrohu river, one of the wildest in Chile. e then continue to nearby All Saints ake, Todos os Santos located at the foot of Osorno Volcano. After a walk along the lava beach, we move on to the small village of as Cascadas. Here we meet a erman

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immigrant family that has maintained its customs and language skills for five generations. In the afternoon, we continue our e ploration of the area and reach the charming lakeside village of Frutillar, o ering spectacular views of the volcanoes. The open-air museum of German immigration allows us to learn even more about the area s coloni ation. ,

Day The Indigenous Huilliche In San Juan De a Costa Today we travel to the homeland of the Huilliche indigenous people, the southern brother tribe of the apuche natives. In the coastal area of San Juan de la Costa, we learn about their local traditions while enjoying beautifully pristine coastal landscape. After lunch with a local family, we hike through the ancient native Valdivian rainforest. Here we meet the family of onko tribal leader Carlos Paillamanque and learn more about the cosmovision and way of life of the Huilliche and apuche. In the afternoon we make our way back to Puerto Varas. ,

Day Puerto Varas Punta Arenas In the morning, a transfer takes us to the airport in Puerto ontt. After a two-and-ahalf-hour flight, we land in Punta Arenas, one of the most southern (and at the same time windiest cities in the world. The afternoon at leisure is a good opportunity for exploring the city s main points of interest.

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Day 10 Punta Arenas Torres Del Paine National Park Today we embark on a journey into the Patagonian heartland. Our route takes us through the typical pampa landscape of the agallanes region, past huge Patagonian estancias sheep farms . In the afternoon, we reach the stunning Torres del Paine National Park, without a doubt an absolute highlight of every Chile vacation. It is here, where the vastness of the Patagonian steppe meets the steep peaks of the South Cordillera, that nature shows its most breathtaking side. (B)

Day 11 Torres Del Paine Puerto Natales Today we dedicate ourselves to e ploring Torres del Paine National Park, one of America s most impressive natural attractions. 000-meter-high peaks rise out of the vast steppe abruptly huge glaciers, deep blue lakes and wind-blown, gnarled southern beeches determine the picture. Our tour finishes in Puerto Natales, where we spend the night.

Day 1 Puerto Natales Punta Arenas After breakfast we are taken to the airport in Punta Arenas. (B)

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Day 1 Santiago After pick-up at Santiago Airport, you are taken to your hotel in the center. e then set out on a city tour to get a glimpse of this metropolitan city. Amongst others, we visit the historic city center, the market, the cathedral and the main square. Santa ucia Hill rewards us with stunning views of the city and the impressive Andes ountains.

Day Santiago Puerto ontt Puerto Varas After breakfast, a transfer takes us back to the airport. Our southbound flight takes us along the Andes ountains to the capital of the ake District, Puerto ontt. Here our driver awaits us to take us to the picturesque nearby town of Puerto Varas on the shore of lanquihue ake.

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Enjoy the ama ing Patagonian landscapes, driving on the famous carretera austral Discover the di erent National Parks of Patagonia, like Torres del Paine or the Quelat National Park Visit the famous lacier Perito Moreno

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Today you have the option to choose between di erent activities Visit the Alerce Andino National Park, get wet during a rafting tour on Petrohu River, engage in a canopy adventure on Philippi Hill, hike at the foot of Osorno Volcano, or enjoy a good piece of cake during a visit of the colonial town of Frutillar.

Day Puerto Varas Chaiten Yelcho ake Today we begin our journey southwards on the Carretera Austral. e cross the rugged Patagonian fjords on several ferries. Eventually we reach Chait n, a small town under reconstruction after the une pected eruption of the eponymous volcano in 00 . The locals tell us about the enormous e orts

of reconstruction after being able to return to their village.

Day 5 Chaiten Yelcho ake a Junta Puyuhuapi Today we continue our journey on the Carretera Austral further south. The road leads us deep into untouched wilderness, along the turquoise R o Fr o, glacier-covered mountain massifs, tranquil lakes and picturesque waterfalls.

Day 6 ueulat National Park Coyhaique It is only a short ride to Queulat National Park, where you can choose to do a 3-hour hike to the viewpoint of the impressive hanging glacier Ventisquero Colgante and its waterfall. The journey then continues along the wild vegetation of the Carretera Austral southward. Through the wild and romantic valley of the Simpson River, we reach Coyhaique.

Day Coyhaique eneral Carrera ake After leaving Coyhaique, the road leads through an increasingly barren steppe landscape and crosses a deep valley, whose rock face shimmers in a variety of colors. The Devil s ountain Pass , o ers a stunning panorama of the Cerro Castillo massif and up to the summits and glaciers of the northern ice field. Chile s largest lake, eneral Carrera ake, is already visible at a distance.

Day ago eneral Carrera Today we visit the E ploradores lacier. The access road o ers impressive views on

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di erent glaciers, descending from the huge ice field San Valentin.

Day ago eneral Carrera Perito Moreno (Argentina) Along ake eneral Carrera we approach the border with Argentina. The climate changes slowly, and transforms our surroundings into a drier steppe landscape. e pass the town of Chile Chico. Shortly after crossing the border with Argentina, we reach the village of Perito Moreno.

Day 10 Ruta 0 Fit Roy assif Today we travel on the legendary Ruta 0. Eventually we leave Ruta 0 and drive westwards towards the Andes Mountain Range. On clear days, you will soon be able to see the fantastic rock formations of the Fit Roy assif, before reaching the town of El Chaltén.

Day 11 Fitzroy Massif Trekking enthusiasts from all over the world hike its many trails in the os laciares National Park. e are no e ception today you have the possibility to embark on an e ploration of the spectacular mountain scenery during an easy hike of several hours.

Day 1 El Calafate os laciares National Park Perito oreno lacier Today we drive past the Viedma ake to El Calafate. Immediately after arrival, we continue on to Perito oreno lacier. Floating icebergs testify the pro imity of one of the most powerful natural events in the world with unimaginable force, the Perito oreno lacier moves enormous masses of

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ice from the continental ice field down into the valley, which then crash thunderously from its white-blue walls into the lake.

Day 13 El Calafate Torres Del Paine National Park On Ruta 0, we cross the Argentine pampas one last time on our way to the Chilean border. ack in Chile, we head to Torres del Paine National Park. Herds of guanacos on a gently undulating steppe landscape, rugged red-gray rock massifs, granite towers, milkygreen shining lakes and gleaming white ice fields combine to form a magnificent panorama.

Day 14 Torres Del Paine National Park A demanding full day hike takes us all the way to the foot of the Paine Towers (the Torres) today. We walk up in serpentines to Refugio El Chileno mountain hut. The last meters involve some scrambling, until we reach the easternmost point of the lagoon. From here we enjoy a wonderful view of the three towers.

Day 15 Torres Del Paine Punta Arenas Today s destination is Punta Arenas. On the way, we visit the nearby cave of ilodon, where the remains of the primitive ilodon animal were found and a life-si ed statue can be visited.

Day 16 Punta Arenas Santiago Transfer to the airport of Punta Arenas.

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Day 1 Santiago de Chile elcome to Chile After arrival at the international airport, you have time to acclimati e and get a glimpse of this metropolitan capital. Overnight in Santiago de Chile.

Day Santiago almaceda Villa Cerro Castillo (approx. 1 h drive – 70 km/43 mi) Take a flight south to almaceda, the main hub to Chile s remote Ays n region. Upon arrival, pick up your rental car at the airport and drive on the Carretera Austral to nearby Villa Cerro Castillo. Overnight in Villa Cerro Castillo.

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Enjoy the trekking adventure visiting the four giants: The spectacular castle-like mountains of Cerro Castillo, the Fit Roy massif in os laciares National Park, the Torres del Paine National Park and, most adventurous of all, the toothlike peaks of Navarino Island, the “Dientes del Navarino”.

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The majestic mountain world of Cerro Castillo National Park, a true hiking paradise, awaits you today. There are several trails to choose from a highly recommendable, yet demanding option is the hike up to aguna Cerro Castillo*. Overnight in Villa Cerro Castillo. *Duration: 8-9 h return / 15 km or 9 mi / high difficulty (1.100 m or 3.608 ft height difference)

Day Villa Cerro Castillo Puerto Guadal (4-5 h drive – 180 km/112 mi) Drive south on the Carretera Austral to Puerto uadal, a town on the shores of Chile s biggest lake, the eneral Carrera. On the way, there is the option to visit the lake s spectacular marble caves on a short boat trip. Overnight in Puerto Guadal.

Day 5 Puerto uadal Chile Chico (2-3 h drive – 105 km/65 mi) Drive along the southern shore of General Carrera ake until reaching the village

of Chile Chico, at the Argentine border. Overnight in Chile Chico.

Day 6 Patagonia National Park & drive to os Antiguos (approx.20 min drive – 14 km/9 mi) Visit the recently opened Patagonia National Park former Reserva Jeinimeni a one-hour distance on a unique hike along ancient cave paintings and the colorful rock formations of the Valle unar*. Afterwards cross the border to os Antiguos in Argentina. Overnight in os Antiguos. *Duration: 4-5 h loop / 7.4 km or 4.6 mi / lowmedium difficulty

Day os Antiguos obernador Gregores 5-6 h drive 15 km 56 mi Continue your journey through the barren pampa landscape of Argentina. The Ruta 0 leads south until reaching the small village of obernador regores. Overnight in obernador regores.

Day obernador regores El Chaltén (5-6 h drive – 300 km/186 mi) Continue driving south on Ruta 0 mostly gravel road until you reach the hiking mecca of El Chalt n, a small village nestled into the Andes Mountains. Overnight in El Chaltén.

Day os laciares National Park Immerse in the spectacular mountain world that surrounds El Chaltén. There are numerous hiking trails of varying di culties* a classic is the day hike that leads to aguna Torre. Overnight in El Chaltén. *Some of the many trails available in El Chaltén:

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Laguna Torre 7–8 h return | 21 km / 13 mi medium-high (751 m or 2463 ft height diff.) Laguna de los Tres 8–9 h return | 20 km / 12.5 mi medium-high (970 m or 3182 ft height diff.) Viewpoint Laguna Torre 3–4 h return | 6 km / 3.7 mi low (240m or 790 ft height diff.) Laguna Capri 4–5 h return | 9 km / 5.6 mi low-medium (500 m or 1640 ft height diff.)

Day 10 Fit Roy ountain os laciares National Park ithout a doubt one of Patagonia s most iconic treks is the one to aguna de los Tres, at the feet of Fit roy ountain. This demanding day hike is worth the sweat Overnight in El Chaltén.

Day 11 El Chalt n El Calafate (3–4 h drive – 215 km/134 mi) Continue your way south to El Calafate today. In the afternoon, you have time to visit Perito oreno, arguably Patagonia s most impressive glacier. It is one of the few that is growing rather than shrinking. Overnight in El Calafate.

Day 1 El Calafate Puerto Natales (4–5 h drive – 355 km/220 mi) Cross the border to Chile and continue driving to the town of Puerto Natales, the main touristic hub for Torres del Paine National Park. Drop o your rental car in the city o ce. Overnight in Puerto Natales.

Day 13 Puerto Natales Torres del Paine (2 h bus ride) The multi-day -Trek takes you

to the highlights of Torres del Paine National Park. Travel by public bus from Puerto Natales to the park s Torres sector, where you start the trek on the morning to follow. Overnight in Refugio Sector Torres.

Day 1 Trekking to ase as Torres A demanding full day hike* leads up to the viewpoint of the towers (“torres”) that give the park its name. Overnight in Refugio Sector Torres. *Duration: 8–9 h return / 20 km (12.5 mi) / medium-high difficulty (700 m (2300 ft) height difference)

Day 15 Trekking Refugio Torres Refugio os Cuernos The trek continues today with stunning views of Nordenskj ld ake, until reaching the Refugio os Cuernos*. Overnight in Refugio os Cuernos. *Duration: 4–5 h / 11 km (6.8 mi) / lowmedium difficulty

Day 16 Trekking Refugio os Cuernos Valle Franc s Refugio Paine Grande Today s hike takes you into the spectacular French Valley*. Afterwards, continue on until reaching Refugio Paine rande. Overnight in Refugio Paine Grande. *Duration: 9–10 h / 21 km (13 mi) / medium difficulty

Day 1 Trekking to rey lacier Return to Puerto Natales (30 min ferry + 3 h bus ride) A day hike leads you to the impressive glacier rey*, before returning to Paine rande in the late afternoon. Cross Peho ake by boat and continue your journey by public bus to Puerto

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Natales. Overnight in Puerto Natales. *Duration: 8 h / 22 km (13.5 mi) / medium difficulty

Day 1 Puerto Natales Punta Arenas appro . 3 h bus Departure Take the public bus from Puerto Natales to Punta Arenas today. et o at the airport if you want to end your journey here with a flight back home via Santiago, or continue to the city center in order to do the world s southernmost trekking on Navarino Island. E tension The world s southernmost trekking Dientes de Navarino NE T PA E

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This tour can be booked as an e tension to „The four giants of Patagonia“ or as a stand-alone tour.

del Fuego. A transfer takes you to the nearby lodge. Overnight in odge.

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Arrive by bus from Puerto Natales to the city of Punta Arenas. Overnight in Punta Arenas.

Day 1 1 Flight from Punta Arenas to Puerto Williams (approx. 1.5 h flight) In the morning, fly from Punta Arenas to Puerto Williams on the remote island of Navarino, south of Tierra

IMPORTANT INFO: The trekking is available between 30.10. 0 0 and 05.0 . 0 1 • The Dientes del Navarino Trekking is a very demanding trekking that requires participants to be in good physical shape, and to have the ability and disposition to carry a backpack by themselves. A porter is available at additional charge, yet the idea is to divide the group trekking equipment between all participants. The trekking includes a minimum of nights tent camping, which can be e tended to 3 nights if the climatic and participant s physical conditions make it necessary. In case of arrival back to the lodge on Day after nights camping , the last day is at leisure at the lodge. It is possible to do this trekking as a self-guided trip with PS only without meals and guide . However, this is only recommendable for clients e perienced in multi-day trekkings in remote places. Please inquire for rates.

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Day 0 Trekking Rio Robalo aguna del Salto Your multi-day trekking adventure begins today together with a professional guide. After the first ascent, enjoy panoramic views of the town, the eagle Channel and Tierra del Fuego. Continue until reaching aguna del Salto and set camp*. Overnight in tent. *Duration: 4-6 h / 7 km (4.3 mi) / high difficulty (900 m (2950 ft) height difference)

Day 3 1 Trekking aguna del Salto aguna de los Dientes After packing up your tent, the route surrounds the Dientes massif until reaching the Southern part of the island, with great views to the end of the world . Continue until reaching the camping spot between aguna de los Dientes and aguna Escondida*. Overnight in tent. *Duration: 4-6 h / 9 km (5.6 mi) / high difficulty (575 m (1886 ft) height difference)

Day Trekking aguna de los Dientes aguna artillo Today s trek takes you through a fairytale landscape with the Dientes mountain range as a backdrop. Continue ascending via the Ventarr n and uerrico passes, before reaching scenic uerrico valley. Reach a camp spot between aguna artillo and aguna Zeta in the evening*. Overnight in tent. *Duration: 4 h / 7 km (4.3 mi) / high difficulty (350 m (1148 ft) height difference)

Day 5 3 Trekking aguna artillo odge

to Virginia Pass awaits you today. Enjoy ama ing views of the Beagle Channel and Tierra del Fuego mountains, before descending. Arrive at the lodge in the evening. Overnight in odge. *Duration: 8-10 h / 16 km (10 mi) / high difficulty (930m (3051 ft) height difference)

Day 6 (24): Departure via Punta Arenas or Ushuaia Your adventure on this remote island ends today. A transfer takes you to the pier or airport, depending on your further travel arrangements. Take a boat to Ushuaia in Argentina appro . h and a flight from here to uenos Aires, or fly back via Punta Arenas and Santiago de Chile.

6 DAY PRIVATE ITINERARY FROM A$ 3,515* PER PERSON Includes • Private transfers without guide from bus station to Punta Arenas Airport • 1 night 3*Hotel in Punta Arenas with breakfast • Flight Punta Arenas Puerto illiams • Flight Puerto illiams Punta Arenas OR Ferry Puerto illiams Ushuaia • 5 nights accommodation on Navarino Island with Full oard, of which or 3 nights tent camping and or 3 nights at the lodge • Trekking guide • roup trekking equipment Tents, camp stove, cooking utensils, cutlery • Personal trekking equipment aiters, backpacks, walking canes, sleeping bags, liners, sleeping pads.

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Day 1 Santiago Santa Cru This trip starts in Santiago, the capital of Chile. e pick you up at your hotel or the airport and take you to Santa Cru , the capital of the beautiful valley of Colchagua, around .5 hours south. After check-in at your hotel, a visit to Viu anent vineyard awaits you in the afternoon. A carriage takes you through the vineyards before finishing with a tasting. Accommodation *-Hotel in Santa Cruz

Day Colchagua Valley CO CHA UA VA EY Your day starts with a visit to another vineyard today Vi a ontes. A walk on its e tended botanical path leads through the vines of Divisadero Hill 6 km mi, moderate di culty and allows for panoramic views of the Apalta valley. Apart from that, learn about the many endemic plants that grow only here in Chile. The tour ends with a wine tasting of four di erent varieties, before you indulge in a delicious lunch in the local restaurant. In the afternoon, continue to one of the most renowned wineries of Chile, apostolle. Their Clos Apalta received the award of the best wine of the year 00 from ine Spectator, among others. It is quite fascinating to learn how this winery works e clusively with gravity. Accommodation *-Hotel in Santa Cruz (B)

Day 3 Santa Cru Santiago Take a last look at the picturesque surroundings of the Colchagua Valley, before a transfer takes you back to Santiago. Take a flight back home from the International

Airport or continue your journey to another region of Chile. (B)

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FOOTSTEPS OF THE AY ARA CU TURE

Day 1 Arica This tour starts in Arica, Chile s northernmost city. e pick you up from the airport and take you to your hotel in Arica. In the afternoon discover the most important sights of the city on a guided tour.

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leaves, in line with Aymara tradition. During the following ceremony the Yatiri calls for the ancestors and the forces of nature. The ritual expresses gratitude for the fertility of plants, animals and people. , , D

Day 5 auca National Park ago Chungar

Discover the nearby A apa Valley today. Visit the vegetable market, where local produce of the valley is o ered. The trip then continues visiting the geoglyphs in Alto Ram re and the interesting Archeological useum. It e hibits mummies of the Chinchorro culture. In the afternoon you have the option to help the local Aymara harvest vegetables and fruits such as papayas. It is a great opportunity to learn about their traditional agricultural methods and also about moderni ed approaches. ,

The spectacular auca National Park awaits you today. On the way we stop at an Apacheta, a ceremonial site that was used centuries ago by ama caravans. e visit Parinacota, one of the most beautiful villages of the Chilean highlands. From here we walk to the Chungar ake, located ,51 meters 1 , 00 ft above sea level. In the afternoon we visit the village of Chucuyo, where you can watch the local Aymaras making te tiles before returning to Putre. , , D

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From Putre, we take you back to the airport of Arica.

eaving Arica behind, we travel to the village of Belén. This village was founded in 1625 by the Spaniards today it has around 1 0 inhabitants. On the way we stop at the canyon of Cardona and luta Valley with its geoglyphs and petroglyphs. An afternoon hike takes you to the Pukara de Huaihuarani, a Pre-Inca fortress and still in its original state. , ,D

Day elen Putre Aymara Ceremony After breakfast, pay a visit to Socoroma, another picturesque Aymara community. e continue on to Putre. Upon arrival you are welcomed by the Yatiri shaman of Aymara and receive a woven bag containing coca

Day 6 Putre Arica

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Day 1 Calama San Pedro Ayllu Coyo e pick you up at the airport of Calama and take you to San Pedro de Atacama. On the limits of San Pedro de Atacama, there are several small villages of indigenous Atacame o ikan Antai communities. In the afternoon continue on to the community Ayllu de Coyo. Two ican Antai families guide you on their traditional paths and explain their local irrigation system and animal husbandry, as well as the production of typical artisan handicrafts. D

Day 2 Moon Valley & Atacama Salt Flats The day starts with a visit to the Moon Valley. This surreal place, one of the most spectacular in the Atacama Desert, owes its name to the unique geological formations that resemble a lunar landscape. After lunch, the tour continues to the northern part of the Atacama Salt Flat. The octagonal salt crusts in the middle of the world s driest desert are truly an impressive sight. It is possible to observe three di erent species of flamingo, which feed on the lakes salt brine. To finish o this memorable day, the visit to aguna Cejar o ers an e traordinary pleasure, possible because of its high salt concentration Floating on the water without moving. , , D

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e perience that allows reliving this centuries-old way of transport in the desert. Afterwards we head to the Salt ountains, an impressive mountain range consisting of folded sedimentary rocks with salt deposits. Here we visit the community of Ayllu Vilama, whose water mill has been used by the villagers for a century. You have the opportunity to help with some of the community s daily activities. A unique cosmic e perience awaits you this evening Community members introduce you to the world of Andean astronomy. The traditional systems of the ikan Antai use the stars for orientation and the cosmic energies for the regulation of their life energy. ,

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AUTHENTIC EASTER IS AND

Day 1 Hanga Roa

Day 4 Vinapu & Orongo

Upon arrival your Rapa Nui guide provides you with an introduction into the customs and traditions of this ethnic group. At the hotel, enjoy a welcome drink with the host family Tuki, which gives you some advice on how to behave responsibly towards the local people. The afternoon is at leisure, allowing you to explore the town of Hanga Roa.

Today s e cursion leads to the archaeological site of Vinapu on the southwest coast, where three Ahu can be found. e continue on to the cave of Ana ai Tangata, located on the cli s south of Hanga Roa. It contains murals of anutara, a sea tern whose egg is central to the annual traditional Rapa Nui competition. This competition is held on the outskirts of the sacred village of Orongo, which we visit at the end of this day.

Day Ahu Akahanga, Tongariki Rapa Nui Curanto

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Today you will have plenty of opportunity to marvel at the oais. Our first stop is at Ahu Akahanga. e then continue to Rano Raraku, the site chosen by the Rapa Nui to produce their giant Moai statues. The next stop is Ahu Tongariki, a ceremonial site equipped with a platform of 15 statues. The evening is spent on the outskirts of Hanga Roa, where you prepare a traditional Rapa Nui Curanto with the Turi family. Enjoy this very special dish and participate in a small ceremony for the success of the days of travel to follow. , D

Day 3 Ahu Akivi, Anakena each Polynesian Customs Today s e cursion takes you to Puna Pau, a red volcanic crater. The red volcanic slag was used to create the cylindrical headgear of the oai. Ne t stop is at Akivi Ahu, whose seven Moai are the only ones looking towards the sea and not inland. The warm waters and coral sand beach of Anakena invites for swimming break. e continue to Poike, to collect mussels and catch fish from the shore. earn how to prepare your catch the traditional Polynesian way: Roasted over a fire covered by stones. ,

Day 5 Tereveka Traditional Dances In the morning, hike up to the highest point of the island. From here you have a 360 panoramic view over the island. The afternoon is at your free disposal. In the evening, your host family awaits you with a farewell dinner. As is traditionally the case with family visits, rhythmic dances are performed to the music of the Rapa Nui. , D

Day 6 Departure (B) After breakfast, a transfer takes you to the airport.

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Day 1 Temuco laguepulli At udi ake Arrival at Temuco Airport. A transfer takes you to udi ake, which is located right by the Pacific coast. After around 1.5 hours, you reach laguepulli, where you will spend the ne t days. One of the most beautiful and at the same time most important elements of the apuche culture is its music and dances. On the day of arrival, you are invited to watch one of these original performances and, if you wish, participate yourself. ,D

Day edicinal Herbs Cooking Discover the secrets of the apuche s increasingly popular natural medicine during a visit to the medicinal herb garden today. A tremendous variety of plants and herbs awaits, each with a clearly defined purpose and healing process. earn about the socalled achi , a medicine man or woman that heals diseases that cannot be cured by traditional medicine, using only wisdom and the help of natural plants. In the afternoon, the apuche women show their culinary skills and, if you wish, allow you to participate in the food preparation. The result is enjoyed together for dinner. , , D

Day 3 apuche Handicraft lepu Island In the morning you have the opportunity to work hand in hand with the craftspeople. They use traditional techniques in order to fabricate and color products out of te tiles. A visit to lepu Island awaits in the afternoon. The trip leads along the western shore of

udi ake, which is one of the few saltwater lakes in South America. After crossing over to the island by boat, there is plenty of time to visit its small museum and to explore the surroundings, nowadays home to only 1 people. In the evening return to laguepulli. , , D

Day udi ake Temuco Your e perience along the shores of udi ake ends after breakfast today. A transfer takes you back to Temuco Airport, from where you can continue your journey or catch a flight back home.

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Visit the mystical island of Chiloé Explore the National Park Chilo close to Cucao Visit the city of Castro with its famous houses on palafitos

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CHI O A IC, YTH AND NATURE

Day 1 Puerto ontt Ancud Pu ihuil San Antonio D

Day Compu National Park Chilo Castro , , D

This tour starts in Puerto ontt. e pick you up at the airport and travel south to take the ferry that connects Chilo with the mainland. Our first stop in the port town of Ancud allows for a short walk along its main attractions. From here we continue along the coast to the protected area Islotes de Pu ihuil. It houses the only mi ed penguin colony that consists of both northern Chile s Humboldt penguins and Patagonia s agallanes penguins. In the afternoon, we continue south to the area of San Antonio, where we are e pected by rs. aria uisa and her husband for dinner. D

Today we leave Compu and make our way to Chilo National Park on the west coast of the island. In the national park, an e tended hike takes us through lush and still largely untouched Valdivian rainforest, until reaching the long sandy beach of Cucao. On the way back to Castro, we stop at the small indigenous community of uilque. e arrive back to Castro in the late afternoon, where you spend the night in a Palafito, a typical Chilo stilt house at the sea. , , D

Day San Antonio Compu After breakfast, we depart towards Castro, where we stop for a short visit. We then continue our journey south to the Huilliche municipality of Compu. After arrival in Compu, enjoy the warmth and cordiality of your host family in their cottage called Rukamanque, while listening to Don abino Curiwentru s stories about the ancient traditions and roots of his people. , D

Day 5 Castro Puerto ontt After breakfast, it is time to say goodbye to this mystical island. A transfer takes you back to Puerto Montt.

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In the morning we continue south to uell n, Chilo s most important port, from where we cross to the o shore island of Cailin. eet the local Huilliche community and enjoy a tasty traditional lunch. In the afternoon we return to Compu. , , D

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Day 1 Osorno, Caleta Condor Huilliche-Communities This tour starts in Osorno, in Southern Chile s ake District. Upon arrival at the airport, we pick you up and take you to the coastal town of ahia ansa, from where a boat takes you south to the coastal settlement of Caleta Condor. ocated in a secluded bay, Caleta Condor is made up of around 30 families, most of them part of the Huilliche indigenous people. You stay with a local family in Caleta Condor tonight. (D)

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Day ahia ansa Osorno Today we travel back to ahia ansa by boat. If the weather does not permit the boat trip, we leave the park on foot on a fivehour trekking tour, with the help of horses that carry our luggage. From ahia ansa, a transfer takes you back to Osorno, where you spend the last evening. ,

Day 5 Osorno (B) After breakfast, a transfer takes you to Osorno airport

Day Caleta Condor, Huellelhue & Nature Park After a short hike along the beaches of Caleta Condor, a boat takes us to the nearby uilberto Cumilef Park, where we visit the solitary farm of a friendly Huilliche family. ack in Caleta Condor, a tasty lunch provides energy for a four-hour walk through dense coastal forests to the community of Huellehue. Our destination for the day, Huellehue, is a small village whose families have settled along the river of the same name. , , D

Day 3 Huellelhue The ife Of The Huilliche The day starts with a visit to the school of Huellelhue, before you are free to choose among various activities to spend the rest of the day. Possibilities are boat trips on the river, fishing or a horse ride along the beach a hike to discover the diverse wildlife of the area is very worthwhile as well. , , D

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Day Horse Ride Through Araucan a Today you e plore the beautiful scenery of the area on horseback. The small-group tour starts at the horse farm Antilco, where you can participate in a short introduction to riding and saddling. No previous e perience is required, the horses are sure-footed and tame. The ride takes you through the untouched landscapes of the indigenous apuche community uelhue. ,

Day 1 Temuco Puc n Your journey begins in the Araucan a Region in the South of Chile. Transfer from the airport of Temuco to Puc n. The town on the shores of Villarrica ake is the region s most important tourist hub for outdoor enthusiasts. The rest of the day is at leisure.

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Day 3 Summit Hike Villarrica Volcano Hike In Huerquehue National Park + Hot Springs Your day starts before sunrise, when transfer and ski lift take you to the trailhead from where the ascent begins. The last meters require the use ice a es and crampons. Yet the e ort is worth it once you enjoy the panoramic views from the top. You arrive back to Puc n in the afternoon. End the day in the rustic natural hot springs os Po ones. After two action-loaded days, there is no better place to rela body and soul under the starry sky. (B)

Day Puc n Puerto Varas Travel south to the ake Region on a comfortable, several-hour bus journey. Your destination is Puerto Varas. The rest of the day is at leisure. (B)

Day 5 Rafting On Petrohué River & Vicente Per Rosales National Park et the powerful Petrohu River take you through untouched primeval landscapes on today s rafting adventure. At the rafting center you are briefed about safety regulations and receive the necessary

equipment. The total distance of the trip is 13 km mi . ,

Day 6 Full Day Kayak Trip In Reloncav Fjord Today you travel by kayak to discover the nearby Pacific fjord Reloncav .The nearby natural hot springs at the mouth of Petrohué River allow for a rela ing bathing break. The tour continues with great views of the volcanoes Yates and Hornopir n, while a large variety of birds accompanies you. unch is taken on a local farm. Afterwards continue to the village of Cocham if the tide permits, you might continue further south from here. A transfer takes you back to Puerto Varas in the afternoon. ,

Day 7 Departure This action-packed week ends today with a transfer to the airport or bus station in Puerto Montt. (B)

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Day 1 Puerto Varas San Juan De a Costa Drive from Puerto ontt to the pacific coast. After two hours, we reach the village of ahia ansa, located in the coastal district San Juan de la Costa. On the way we visit the family of aria Huisca a charismatic pioneer for the preservation and revival of apuche traditions. After lunch, she takes us through a small forest to show us the ceremonial site where the most important rituals are held. , D

Day aicolpue apu ahual After breakfast, we start our trek through the coastal forests to the village of Huellehue, where we spend the next two days. We pass through the typical native forest of Southern Chile. After a 0-minute boat ride, we reach the small village of Huellelhue on the banks of the river of the same name. The center of this Huilliche community are three houses and the local school. , ,D

Day 3 Huellelhue The ife Of The Huilliche Today you are free to choose among various activities to spend the day. Possibilities are boat trips on the river, fishing or a horse ride along the beach a hike to discover the diverse wildlife of the area is very worthwhile as well. , , D

Day Huellelhue Caleta Condor A beautiful hike awaits you today, taking you past long sandy beaches that alternate with dense rainforest. e cross the last meters to the village Caleta Condor by boat. Due to its very remote location at the foot of the coastal cordillera and without access roads

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the village still has no public power supply. This isolation has led to the fact that the natural integrity of the valleys, forests and rivers of this region has been preserved to this day. , , D

Day 5 Caleta Condor Today is at leisure. Take it slow, or e plore the beautiful surroundings on a short hike. As an alternative, the family Vasque o ers diving e cursions in the bay of Caleta Condor. , , D

Day 6 Caleta Condor Refugio e leave the picturesque bay of Caleta Condor and cross through an area of almost untouched rainforests. After several hours of hike, we reach the mountain hut, where we spend the night. , , D

Day Refugio anquemapu Puerto Montt/Puerto Varas (B) The last part of our trek leads mostly downhill. A transfer takes you back to Puerto Varas or Puerto Montt. (B)

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Day 1 Arrival In Puerto Varas Transfer from the airport Puerto Montt to Puerto Varas. Here, you meet your guide for a briefing that prepares you for the upcoming trekking. Rest of the day at leisure.

Day Puerto Varas Cocham a Junta After picking you up at your hotel this morning, we travel on idyllic country roads to the Reloncav Fjord until reaching the village of Cocham . Here, the gravel road leads deeper into the mountains, until reaching the trailhead, a former Jesuit path. e walk on a slightly ascending path for five to si hours, until we reach the sector a Junta, where the view opens up to the 00-meter-high granite rocks that frame the valley. e stay here for the ne t two nights. , , D

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Day 3 a Junta Toboganes Amphitheatre Today you pay a visit to the nearby Toboganes natural water slides for which a Junta is famous. The granite stone forms a natural water slide that treats anyone daring to get on it to an adrenaline rush. In addition, there are several di erent day hike options available today. One of the easier ones is the hike to the amphitheater, which o ers breathtaking views of the valley and the Cocham River. , ,D

Day a Junta Puerto Varas Today, we leave a Junta and hike the same way back to the trailhead. The path leads us through old-growth forest along the murmuring river. Upon arrival in the afternoon, our transfer is waiting for us in order to take us back to Puerto Varas. ,

Day 5 Puerto Varas Tranfer to the airport of Puerto Montt. (B)

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5 DAY PRIVATE ITINERARY FROM A$ 1,917* PER PERSON Includes • nights in the hotel accommodation according to the chosen category and 2 nights in a mountain hut • Transport in air-conditioned vehicle • Private touring • ocal english-speaking guide • Entrance fees • eals as indicated breakfast, lunch, D dinner * Prices are per person twin share based on low season and will vary depending on date of travel, unless otherwise stated. Pricing does not include INSIDER JOURNEYS · 13 airfare from Australia. Please contact us for an air-inclusive quote. Refer to our booking conditions for full pricing and payment information. For more information call 1300 365 355, visit insiderjourneys.com.au or see your travel agent.

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Day 1 Arrival In Puerto Varas Transfer from the airport of Puerto Montt to Puerto Varas. Here, you meet your guide during a briefing for the upcoming trekking. Rest of the day at leisure in Puerto Varas.

Day Puerto Varas Termas El Callao After picking you up we travel along the shores of lanquihue ake to the Todos os Santos ake. A boat takes us across to the trail head in El Callao Valley. The path leads through the pristine landscape of Chile s oldest national park. It takes around four hours to reach the hot springs on the banks of El Callao River, which o er ma imum rela ation after this first day of hike. , , D

Day 3 Termas De Callao aguna uetros Feel free to start the day with another bath this morning. Afterwards, the hike continues for appro imately five hours until reaching aguna uetros. Enjoy the views to Puntiagudo Volcano, whose distinctive pointy appearance owes to erosion after many years of inactivity. , , D

Day aguna uetros Rupanco ake Puerto Varas The last part of our hike takes us back to civili ation today. The path leads mostly downhill until reaching Rupanco ake. A boat awaits us in order to take us to the lake s western shore, from where a transfer takes us back to Puerto Varas. ,

Day 5 Puerto Varas Transfer to the airport of Puerto Montt. (B)

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Day 1 Puerto Varas Transfer from the airport to the hotel. The rest of the day is at leisure.

Day Osorno Volcano -5 H Easy Hike e drive along the shores of lanquihue ake. The road leads up the slopes of the Osorno volcano. The El Solitario trail allows privileged views over volcanic landscapes. We also visit the rapids of Petrohué River. (B)

Day 3 Puerto Varas Pumalin National Park (3h Easy Hike) Today three di erent ferries take you across the fjords further south. After arrival in

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On the northern Carretera Austral, a true hiker s paradise has been developing over the last few years. Easy to moderate day hikes take you along hiking trails to waterfalls, millennial alerce trees, little known glaciers and even to the crater of a volcano that erupted only a few years ago.

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Caleta on alo in the afternoon, a threehour hike takes you through the lush rainforest of Pumalin National Park. (B)

Day illennial Alerce Trees Ascent To Chait n Volcano (5 H Moderate Hike)

untouched wilderness, along the turquoisecolored Fr o River, glacier-covered mountain massifs, dreamy lakes and picturesque waterfalls. (B)

Day 8 Quelat National Park (3 H Easy Hike Or Demanding Full Day Hike)

Today s first hike leads to 3000-year-old native Alerce trees. e continue to Chait n Volcano where a hiking trail allows ascending up to the volcano s crater.

Today you have the option to e plore nearby ueulat National Park. A three-hour hike leads to the viewpoint of the hanging glacier “Ventisquero Colgante” and its waterfall. (B)

Day 5 Day At eisure

Day Puyuhuapi Coyhaique

This day is at leisure. Some options to spend the day are full day hikes to ichimahuida Volcano or the El Amarillo lacier or a kayak trip. (B)

The journey continues south along the lush wild vegetation of the Carretera Austral. Through the Simpson River s wild romantic valley, we reach Coyhaique.

Day 6 Yelcho lacier 6 H Easy Hike

Day 10 almaceda

Today a simple, yet little known hike takes you to Yelcho lacier Ventisquero . After walking through the region s typical evergreen rainforest, you are rewarded with a breathtaking view of the glacier.

Today, a transfer takes you to the airport of almaceda.

Day Pumalin Puerto Varas Return to Puerto Varas today. Once again, you have the option to enjoy splendid views from the ferry that takes you along the fjord s tranquil waters back to Hornopir n. From here we continue all the way to Puerto Varas.

Day Puerto Varas Puerto ontt Today a transfer takes you back to the airport of Puerto Montt. (B)

Optional extension to Balmaceda: Day Pumalin Puyuhuapi

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Day 1 Arrival In Puerto Varas Transfer from the airport of Puerto Montt to Puerto Varas. Here, you meet your guide for a briefing that prepares you for the upcoming trekking. Rest of the day at leisure.

Day Puerto Varas Tagua Tagua Valley Refugio Alerce Drive on idyllic country roads to Reloncav Fjord, a narrow estuary of the eponymous Pacific bay that lies in front of Puerto ontt. e follow its shoreline until reaching the valley formed by Puelo River. e cross the lake Tagua-Tagua on a short boat ride in order to reach Tagua Tagua Park, a private protected area. ostly ascending, a fourhour hike takes us to Alerce agoon, where we spend the first night in a refugio , a mountain hut. , , D

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Day 3 Refugio Alerce Refugio Quetrus Today s hike leads us deeper into the valley that was carved into the mountain range. e pass waterfalls and millennial Alerce trees. After around four hours, we reach the glacier-fed uetrus agoon, where we spend the night in another mountain hut. , , D

Day aguna uetrus ago Tagua Tagua Puerto Varas Today we walk all the way back to Tagua Tagua ake, from where we started our trek two days ago. The path is mostly descending. The boat awaits us at the trailhead, and after crossing the lake another time, we drive back to Puerto Varas. ,

Day 5 Puerto Varas Transfer to the airport of Puerto Montt. (B)

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This trekking of medium di culty takes you into a protected Andean valley east of Reloncav Fjord in Southern Chile s ake District. You ll spend three days hiking for approximately 4 hours a day.

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Day 5 Iruya Tilcara Get on the road again and drive through stunning Andes landscape to the historic village of Tilcara. A visit to one of the many handicraft markets is obligatory here

Day 6 Tilcara San Pedro Coyo After crossing the Andes via the Jama Pass once again, you return to Chile. Continue on to San Pedro de Atacama, where a special e perience awaits Stay with a local family in the nearby Atacame o community of Coyo for two nights. (B)

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This combination of two regions in Chile and Argentina provides an insight into the way of life of its native people: The Atacame os in Chile, and the Kolla Indians in Argentina. Both indigenous groups have adapted themselves to contemporary times without renouncing their old customs and traditions.

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Day 1 Calama San Pedro De Atacama Pick up your rental car right at the airport upon arrival. Drive to San Pedro de Atacama.

Day San Pedro Purmamarca Today you leave San Pedro and continue your journey to Argentina. The Andes crossing via the Jama Pass takes you through spectacular landscape. The day ends in the colorful village of Purmamarca.

Day 3 Purmamarca Iruya Continue north to the village of Iruya. The Kolla people that live here have kept their traditions alive for more than 50 years until today, including costumes and houses.

Day 4 Iruya Enjoy Iruya s rela ed atmosphere and take things slow today. e recommend visiting the old Inca fortress Pukara de Titiconte.

Day 7 Coyo Today you have the opportunity to participate in a two-hour-hike with llamas on ancient Inca Trails. The Atacama Salt ake is a worthwhile destination for a day trip as well. (B)

Day Coyo San Pedro Calama After breakfast, drive back to Calama Airport and drop o your rental car here.

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Day 1 Punta Arenas Puerto Natales The journey begins at the airport of Punta Arenas. A local guide meets you at the airport, hands over your travel documents and makes sure that you get on the public bus. In Puerto Natales a transfer takes you to your hotel.

Day 2 Full Day Torres Del Paine National Park Today you visit the Torres del Paine National Park on an English-speaking tour together with other travelers. It takes you to various viewing platforms that o er magnificent views of the park s various attractions. In the afternoon the tour ends in the national park, where you spend the night. (B)

Day 3 Nationalpark Torres Del Paine Today is at leisure. If you are up for a challenge, ascend to the base of the towers that give the park its name. Yet, the hotel o ers many e cursions for di erent tastes whether on foot, horse or on four wheels.

Day Torres Del Paine National Park El Calafate Take a last look at the spectacular mountain massif, before the hotel s shuttle transfer takes you to El Calafate in Argentina. This booming town is located on the shores of ago Argentino, Argentina s largest freshwater lake. (B)

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Day 5 El Calafate Fd Perito oreno Today you join an English-speaking tour with other travelers to see the natural wonder from up close. Perito oreno is one of the few glaciers in the world that is still growing. Admire the mighty ice wall and observe how huge boulders break o and fall into the lake. In the afternoon return to El Calafate. (B)

Day 6 El Calafate Punta Arenas If you do not want to return to Punta Arenas, the journey ends here. A long return journey to Punta Arenas awaits you today. Travel by public bus back to Puerto Natales and from here to Punta Arenas, the starting point of the trip. A transfer will take you from the bus station to your hotel. (B)

Day 7 Punta Arenas A transfer takes you to the airport of Punta Arenas. (B)

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Visit the famous Torres del Paine National Park Hike on the trail to the Torres Towers E perience a close view of the spectacular glacier Perito Moreno

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Day 1 Puerto ontt as Cascadas

Day Petrohu Puelo

Your journey begins in Puerto ontt. Pick up your rental car at the airport and drive north past the colonial towns of Puerto Varas, Frutillar and Puerto Octay. On the way it is worth visiting the small park ahuen adi near the airport, harboring millennial Alerce trees. Your destination for today, the small village of as Cascadas.

Continue your trip on lonely country roads with stunning panoramas along the Pacific Fjord Reloncav . A gravel road leads along its shore to the village of Puelo, where the river of the same name has cut a valley into the mountains. (B)

Day as Cascadas Petrohu Today you visit the Vicente Per Rosales National Park. Through dense native forest, a road leads up the slopes to the ski station of Osorno Volcano. Enjoy unforgettable panoramas of lanquihue ake. Afterwards you visit the rapids of Petrohué River. You stay in the small village of Petrohué today. (B)

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This self-drive tour takes you on picturesque roads along the highlights of Chile s ake District. From the second largest lake in the country, ago lanquihue, the route leads you through spectacular nature along the Pacific fjord Reloncav .

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There are many options to spend this day at leisure. Hike on the slopes of Osorno Volcano, cross Todos os Santos ake on a navigation to Peulla in the Andes foothills, or visit the bustling town of Puerto Varas.

Day 5 Puelo enca Alerce Andino Follow the road along the shores of Reloncav fjord until you reach the small ferry terminal of Caleta Puelche. Cross the fjord on a 30-minute ferry ride to Caleta Arena. Continue on the Carretera Austral north until the village of enca, where you stay in a cabin today. e recommend visiting the nearby Alerce Andino National Park that protects the native Alerce tree.

Day 6 enca Puerto ontt From enca, continue north along the Pacific Coast until reaching Puerto ontt, where your trip ends today. Drop o your rental car at the airport.(B)

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Day 1 Temuco

Day 5 Puc n Curarrehu ehu n

Your tour through the Araucan a region begins at the airport of Temuco, where you pick up your rental car and drive to your hotel in the nearby city centre.

From Curarrehue you drive back along Villarrica ake and continue until you reach the town of ehu n on the Pacific Coast. Staying in an indigenous community of the afkenche people allows you to learn more about their history and culture

Day Temuco uinquen Today you continue your trip to the uinquen Reserve in the Andes ountains. You ll pass beneath Sierra Nevada Volcano through the Tunel os Ra ces , once South America s longest tunnel, before arriving at the Pehuenche indigenous reserve of uinquen. Here you stay with a local family.

Day 3 uinquen Puc n Curarrehue Continue your journey on the Interlagos Route through the spectacular landscape of the Araucan a Region. You ll pass by ualletue National Reserve, Conguill o National Park and the town of Puc n before reaching today s final destination, the small town of Curarrehue, in the Andes foothills. (B)

Day Puc n Curarrehue Today is at leisure in the village of Curarrehue, where the influence of the apuche Indigenous people can still be felt strongly. Spend the day hiking in the astonishing surroundings of Araucaria forests and deep blue lakes. The os Po ones Hot Springs is the best option for an evening of deep relaxation. (B)

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Day 6 ehu n laguepulli At udi ake Drive along the Pacific Coast north to udi ake. Your destination is the town of laguepulli, which still houses several afkenche indigenous communities. You have the opportunity to hear stories about their culture, religion and traditional medicine while staying in a Ruka, the traditional apuche housing.

Day laguepulli At udi ake Temuco Your e ploration of the Araucan a Region s best guarded secrets ends today. After breakfast you drive back to the Temuco Airport and drop o your rental car.

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Day 1 Puerto ontt Puerto Varas

Day 5 ichinmahuida lacier

Pick up your rental car at the airport and drive to nearby Puerto Varas, situated on the shores of lanquihue ake. Rest of the day at leisure in Puerto Varas. -

From Chait n, you have easy access to the park s southeastern sector. Spend the day on a demanding hike to one of the glaciers of ichimahuida Volcano, or learn about the native flora and fauna on an interpretative trail. It is also possible to visit the scenic Yelcho ake.

Day Puerto Varas Hornopir n A beautiful ride takes you along lanquihue ake and the Pacific fjord Reloncav today. Have lunch at the scenic open-air hot springs in Puelo before continuing to the small town of Hornopir n. lunch not included

Day 3 Hornopir n Caleta on alo Today, two di erent ferries take you across fjords that carve their way deep into the Andes ountains. You reach a tiny place called Caleta on alo the gateway to Pumalin National Park. Spend the afternoon on one of the shorter hiking trails nearby.

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Day illennial Alerce Trees Ascent to Chait n Volcano Today you have the option to choose among several trails. e recommend a warm-up loop to 3000-year-old native Alerce trees before ascending Chait n Volcano, whose une pected eruption in 00 caused enormous damage. Afterwards continue driving to the town of Chaitén. (B)

Day 6 Pumalin National Park enca Depending on the ferry departure, you might spend the morning on a last hike before leaving this natural paradise. Relax on the ferry that takes you back to Hornopir n. From here continue driving north until reaching the small town of enca, where you spend the night. (B)

Day enca Puerto ontt Airport Drive back to Puerto ontt along Reloncav ay. Drop o your rental car at the airport.

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Day 1 Puerto ontt Airport Puerto Varas

Day 5 Rinc n onito Bandurrias Island

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eave Rinc n onito today and hike back to your car. From a nearby meeting point, a pleasant 5-min-walk takes you to the shore of as Rocas ake. A boat awaits here to take you over to the e clusive andurrias Island located on the lake. There is a comfortable lodge on this pristine piece of land. After a delicious dinner, you spend the night in a quaint wooden cabin.

Day Puerto Varas lanada rande From Puerto Varas, a scenic drive takes you along lanquihue ake and Reloncavi Fjord today. Near the village of Puelo, you make your way to the shores of scenic Tagua-Tagua ake where you get in line for the ferry that takes you to the other side. Follow the course of Puelo River deep into the valley. Eventually you reach lanada rande, where you spend the night.

Day 3 lanada rande Rinc n onito eave your car and civili ation behind and make your way deep into the valley of Ventisquero River. The trail takes you through a varied landscape of native forests and open meadows along the river, sometimes with great views from above. -

Day 6 andurrias Island Puerto Varas Drive back to Tagua-Tagua- ake, the natural limitation to this hidden valley full of wonders. Get in line for the ferry that takes you back to Puelo, from where you continue driving back to Puerto Varas.

Day Puerto Varas Puerto ontt Airport 30 min drive Drive from Puerto Varas back to the airport, where you drop o your car.

Day Rinc n onito This day is at leisure to explore the splendid natural surroundings of the farm. A demanding hike leads up to a viewpoint overlooking the entire river valley, but it is also worth hiking only half of it to the first lookout. An easier alternative is the leisurely Ventisquero oop that leads along the river, mostly through the forest. (D) Day 3 and Breakfast Day 4: Please note that in Rincon Bonito, you are required to cook for yourselves, but ingredients are available in the storage room (pay for what you use). There is the option to arrange barbeques and meals on-site, depending on the availability of caretakers.

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eading you into isolated river valleys hidden in the Andes Cordillera, this Trek & Drive Tour combines comfort with adventure. Follow the course of emerald-colored Puelo River and hike on traditional gaucho farming trails into the widely unknown valley of the glacier-fed Ventisquero River. INSIDER JOURNEYS

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Day 1 almaceda Villa Cerro Castillo The journey begins at almeceda Airport. After picking up your rental car, travel south on the Carretera Austral. It doesn t take long before you get to enjoy spectacular views of the Cerro Castillo mountain range on the right-hand side. -

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This unique self-drive tour takes you along Chile s largest lake, ago eneral Carrera. Explore the unique natural wonders of this region, for e ample the lake‘s impressive surreal marble caves or the mighty Baker River. Cerro Castillo and Patagonia National Parks entice with spectacular hikes.

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Cerro Castillo National Park has become a new attractive hiking destination over the past few years. There are various options we recommend the ascent to the aguna of the Cerro Castillo mountain massif. This can easily be done on your own, as the hiking trail is always well marked. (B)

Day 3 Villa Cerro Castillo Puerto Guadal Today, your trip continues south on the Carretera Austral. In Puerto Rio Tranquilo, we recommend a visit to the arble Caves, a unique geological formation made mostly of marble. Continue along the shore until you reach Puerto uadal.

Day Puerto uadal Chile Chico Continue your journey along the southern shore of ago eneral Carrera to the small village of Chile Chico, near the Argentine border. Its mild microclimate allows for the cultivation of cherries and other fruits.

Day 5 Patagonia National Park Discover Patagonia s breathtaking landscape on a unique hike in the recently opened Patagonia National Park. The circular trail

of medium di culty starts about one hour from Chile Chico and takes at least to 5 hours to complete. On the way, you are likely to encounter wild guanacos and condors, if you re lucky even pumas.

Day 6 Chile Chico Puerto ertrand Drive back along the southern shore of the lake to the village of Puerto ertrand, where you stay amid beautiful scenery near the eponymous lake. It is the source of the aker, one of Chile s mightiest rivers.

Day Puerto ertrand Coyhaique Today s journey on the Carretera Austral leads back north to Coyhaique, the largest city in the region.

Day Coyhaique almaceda Drop o your rental car at almaceda Airport. (B)

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Day 1: Castro Pick up your rental car upon arrival at Castros small airport and drive to the nearby center, where you spend the night. Rest of the day at leisure to explore the town of Castro.

Day Castro Cucao Drive to the Pacific coast today. E tensive Valdivian rainforests alternate with gentle sand dunes and endlessly long, lonely beaches. Cucao is the ideal base to immerse yourself in this wild nature. (B)

Day 3: Chiloé National Park This day is available for an e tended hike through Chiloé National Park. Another short hike option is the “Muelle de las Almas” Pier of the Souls . This mystical place is surrounded by the legends of the indigenous Huilliche people. If you are lucky, you might be able to see whales from here.

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Day Cucao Ancud Continue to the north of Chiloé today. Close to Ancud, it is worth visiting the nearby penguin colony of Pu ihuil on the west coast. It is the only mi ed colony that consists of both northern Chile s Humboldt penguins and Patagonia s agallanes penguins.

Day 5 Ancud Puerto ontt Today you take the ferry across the Chacao Canal to the mainland and drive to the airport of Puerto ontt, where you drop o your rental car.

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until you reach the traditional Patagonian Estancia where you stay tonight. This is a good opportunity to learn about sheep breeding in Patagonia and the historical development of South America s southernmost region.

Day 5 aguna lanca Cerro Sombrero A ferry crosses the agellan Strait to the small town of Cerro Sombrero. Tierra del Fuego consists mainly of pampa nevertheless, a colony of ing penguins has settled here some years ago. You should not miss the opportunity to visit the park. (B)

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This self-drive tour explores the southernmost tip of the continent from Torres del Paine National Park to Tierra del Fuego. Stay at Estancias, the traditional sheep farms of the region, and e perience the challenges of life in this rugged yet impressive region.

Day 1 Punta Arenas Nearby Estancia Pick up your rental car at the airport and drive to a nearby estancia where you spend the night. On the way, take in views of the agellan Strait, considered the most important natural passage between the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans.

Day Punta Arenas Torres Del Paine Drive north until you reach the Torres del Paine National Park. On the way, you are likely to observe guanacos, the camel s Patagonian relatives. Tonight, you stay on a traditional sheep farm at the edge of the national park. (B)

Day 3 Torres Del Paine The day is at your disposal for the e ploration of Torres del Paine National Park, without a doubt a highlight of your visit.

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Day 6 Cerro Sombrero Punta Arenas Return to Punta Arenas today. This city at the end of the world has lived through an eventful history, which can be discovered in the historic center and in various museums, as well as during a visit of the former stronghold Fort Bulnes. (B)

Day Punta Arenas Airport Drive back to Punta Arenas Airport and drop o your rental car.

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SANTIAGO | City Tour Santiago

SANTIAGO | Valparaiso & Vi a del ar

Half Day / Private Tour The city Santiago impresses with colonialstyle buildings and modern skyscrapers. You visit Santiago s most important monuments The government palace a oneda, the Universidad de Chile, the church San Francisco and the hill Santa ucia. Visit the busy main square with its cathedral and the old post o ce and the ercado Central, the main fish and seafood market.

Full Day / Private Tour Today you visit Valpara so, Chile s oldest and once most important port, as well as the seaside resort of Vi a del ar at the Pacific coast. In Valpara so we visit the city center with the government building, Pla a Sotomayor, Pla a Victoria, and the Cathedral, as well as the harbor area. e then continue to nearby Vi a del ar, arguably Chile s most famous coastal city.

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A$ 317* PER PERSON SANTIAGO | Aquitania Winery Half Day / Private Tour This tour takes you to the Maipo Valley. The valley has a editerranean climate Hot and dry summers, cold and rainy winters. You visit the young boutique winery Aquitania, very close to Santiago. After a guided tour, participate in a tasting of two di erent varieties of wine in order to personally assess their high quality.

A$ 195* PER PERSON SANTIAGO | Wine Tour Casablanca Valley Full Day / Private Tour E perience the Casablanca Valley while visiting e clusive avant-garde vineyards. At the boutique vineyard a Recova you learn about the process of small-scale wine production and will enjoy a wine tasting with homemade cheese. e then continue to the unique vineyard Vi a Re. You ll visit the cellar with clay vessels and barrels, as well as the production of artisanal liquors.

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SANTIAGO | Trekking Manquehue Hill Full Day / Private Tour e head to the Santa ar a de anquehue neighborhood, where we start the hike to the top of the Manquehue. The Manquehue hill is part of a mountain range that runs from east to west from the Andes and separates the northern and central-southern sectors of the capital of Chile. From the top you have a 1 0-degree view of the city.

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SANTIAGO Trekking Cajon de aipo laciar San Francisco aguna del orado Full Day / Private Tour El orado Natural onument National Park is located 3 km southeast of Santiago. This is a protected area in the middle of the Andes Mountains. We will start from a os orales. The path will take us to the impressive San Francisco lacier and the orales agoon, of glacial origin. On the way we will have a refreshing stop at “Aguas de Panimávida”.

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INSIDER E CURSIONS VA PARAISO | Walking Tour Architectural Heritage Half Day / Private Tour After a ride by trolley or city bus, we e plore the Artilleria Hill with its remarkable architectonical features. reathe a whi of history when visiting some traditional shops and pharmacies. e reach Playa Ancha and learn about the traditional commercial life of the Porte os. All this against the background of neo- othic Victorian houses of the 0th century.

A$ 59* PER PERSON VA PARAISO | Walking Tour The egacy Half Day / Private Tour During this remarkable city tour, you will e perience the history of Valpara so first hand and learn about the architectural and cultural heritage of 1 th century European immigrants. Of course, you cannot miss the ride with one of Valpara so s famous funiculars cable cars , which connect the hillside neighborhoods with the rest of the city.

VA PARAISO | Walking Tour “Street Art”

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Half Day / Private Tour Street art is an integral part of city life. any stairs, walls, buildings and elements reflect creativity and taste. e e plore rasil Avenue and the market of El Cardonal, where we taste some local products. e visit the hill of Polanco as well as the open-air art gallery on ellavista hill, displaying atin American gra ti.

VA PARAISO | Cooking Class Half Day / Private Tour In this three-hour cooking class, you discover the Chilean food culture. uided by a local chef, you prepare a traditional Chilean lunch or dinner together. Individual wishes can be taken into consideration, for e ample vegetarian, vegan, glutenfree and kosher options. The meal is accompanied by an aperitif of Pisco Sour, followed by Chilean wines and co ee or tea.

A$ 252* PER PERSON VA PARAISO | Walking Tour Authentic Valparaiso Half Day / Private Tour Today you are introduced to authentic Valpara so. e visit the oldest quarter of Valpara so, the historic church a atri and the UNESCO-protected port quarter. During a visit of the traditional bar of Playa Ancha and some shops that have existed here for many decades, we catch up with the past. The contemporary Valpara so is also thematized on this tour.

VA PARAISO | Cooking Class with vegetable market

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Half Day / Private Tour During this five-hour cooking class, you discover the Chilean food culture. In Valparaiso, the best place to obtain the ingredients is one of the many markets, which o er a wide range of everything you might ask for. Together we buy what we need for our meal here. Individual wishes can be taken into consideration, for e ample vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and kosher options.

* Prices are per person twin share based on low season and will vary depending on date of travel, unless otherwise stated. Pricing does not include airfare from Australia. Please contact us for an air-inclusive quote. Refer to our booking conditions for full pricing and payment information. For more information call 1300 365 355, visit insiderjourneys.com.au or see your travel agent.

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SAN PEDRO DE ATACAMA | Salar de Atacama Half Day / Private Tour This tour takes you to the Atacama Salt Flats, a dried-up inland sea that formed millions of years ago. ittered with glittering salt crystals, it is an overwhelming sight. Marvel at the amazing Cha a agoon, which is inhabited by both Andean and James flamingos. Our last stop is Toconao, a colonial village famous for the bell tower of San ucas church.

A$ 227* PER PERSON SAN PEDRO DE ATACAMA | Moon Valley Half Day / Private Tour Sunset in the Valle de la una oon Valley . Enjoy fantastic views over its bi arrely shaped desert rocks from the highest dune of the valley. The volcanoes on the hori on form a spectacular background, with the perfectly-shaped cone of icancabur being the most impressive. Observe how the last rays of sunshine bathe the valley in bright shades of orange, red and violet.

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SAN PEDRO DE ATACAMA | Rainbow Valley Half Day / Private Tour This tour takes you to the Domeyko hills. You visit Yerbas uenas. Its prehistoric rock art is one of the most important groups of petroglyphs in the region. We then continue to the Rainbow Valley. The red, green, white, yellow, brown and earth colored tones combine with the blue sky and the white salt flats to create a truly unique setting.

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SAN PEDRO DE ATACAMA | Highland agoons Full Day / Private Tour This e cursion takes you to the highland, with an altitude of over ,000 m 13,1 3 ft . On the way, we stop at the salt flat s Cha a ake, whose mineral-rich waters are home to numerous flamingos. The lakes of iscanti and i iques are located at more than , 00 m 13, 0 ft above sea level and surrounded by imposing volcanoes, yet they provide a habitat for a variety of birds.

A$ 536* PER PERSON SAN PEDRO DE ATACAMA | Paths of Coyo with lunch and ama caravan

SAN PEDRO DE ATACAMA | El Tatio achuca

Full Day / Private Tour This tour takes you to the nearby indigenous municipality of Coyo. et to know their traditional lifestyle and handicraft before enjoying a typical Atacame o lunch. Afterwards participate in one of the village s most important, centuries-old traditions The ama Caravan. In the past, it enabled the e change of products with other villages.

Full Day / Private Tour This tour up to the Altiplano begins in the early morning hours, allowing you to watch the sunrise over one of the world s most important geothermal fields The El Tatio eysers, at an altitude of over ,000 m. It is best to see its more than 0 geysers first thing in the morning to fully appreciate the contrast of colors between the blue sky and the geyser vapor.

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INSIDER E CURSIONS EASTER IS AND | Orongo Half Day / Private Tour Visit the crater lake of the e tinct volcano Rano au, allowing breathtaking views over the whole island. At the ceremonial village of Orongo, the birdman cult rituals and the associated competition took place. Visit the petroglyphs and Orongo houses, while enjoying the view of the islands otu Nui, Motu Iti and Motu Kao Kao. Next destination is the unrestored Ahu Vinapu.

A$ 136* PER PERSON EASTER IS AND | Ahu Akivi Half Day / Private Tour On this tour you get to know the culture of Easter Island by visiting various former ceremonial places. In the interior of the island, you e plore the Ahu Akivi with its seven reconstructed oais. Following, visit the Ahu in Hanga Poukura and the Puna Pau Crater, where the headgear of the Moais were made. The tour finishes at the Tahai ceremonial site near Hanga Roa.

EASTER IS AND | Island Tour Anakena Full Day / Private Tour This e cursion starts with a visit of the Ahu Vaihu, an unrestored Ahu in Hanga Te e. After a stop at the unrestored Ahu Akahanga,we continue to Rano Raraku, an e tinct volcano. It is in this gigantic quarry that the oais were produced. Here you can see around 3 statues in various stages of completion. The ne t stop is the Ahu Tongariki, before visiting the beach of Anakena.

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A$ 365* PER PERSON PUERTO VARAS | Osorno & Petrohue Full Day / Private Tour After a one-hour drive, we reach Chile s oldest national park Vicente P re Rosales. Through dense native forest, the road leads up the slopes of Osorno Volcano until reaching the ski lodge. A beautiful walk o ers unforgettable panoramas of lanquihue ake and the impressive mountain range of the Andes. Visit the famous rapids of Petrohué river. And the Todos os Santos ake.

A$ 252* PER PERSON PUERTO VARAS | Frutillar Half Day / Private Tour Today s tour takes you to the village of Frutillar. Enjoy the rela ed atmosphere emanating from its traditional painted houses, lively gardens, tea rooms and the modern Teatro del ago. Discover the history of the German settlers in the picturesque open-air museum of the erman coloni ation.

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Full Day / Private Tour This tour takes you to the archipelago of Chilo . It is a land of myths with colorful wooden churches, a variety of seafood and a rich avifauna. In Ancud, visit the fortress of San Antonio. Chiloé was the last stronghold of the Spanish crown. At the small village of Pu ihuil you take a boat trip to three small islands to observe agellan and Humboldt penguins.

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PUNTA ARENAS | City Tour Punta Arenas Half Day / Private Tour On this tour you discover Punta Arenas. It defies the e treme climatic conditions prevailing here along the coast of the Strait of agellan. Enjoy great panoramic views of the city and the Strait of agellan from the irador Hill before e ploring the historical city center. You also visit the Museum Maggiorino Borgatello.

A$ 183* PER PERSON PUNTA ARENAS | Boat Trip Isla Magdalena

PUERTO NATA ES | Trekking ase as Torres

Half Day / Private Tour Today s e cursion takes you to agdalena Island, a natural habitat for agellan penguins, cormorants and numerous other birds. Upon reaching the island, one of the largest penguin colonies in southern Chile awaits you. Appro imately 6 ,000 couples of these adorable animals live here during the summer months.

Full Day / Collective Tour This demanding, yet rewarding hike leads you to the viewpoint of the three towers as Torres , Torres del Paine s most famous landmark. e ascend in serpentines for almost two hours to Refugio El Chileno mountain hut on the banks of Ascencio River. e follow the trail up the last part until we reach the lagoon. Enjoy the wonderful view of the three towers.

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PUERTO NATA ES oat Trip lacier almaceda Serrano Full Day / Collective Tour Today s catamaran trip takes you to the spectacular glaciers almaceda and Serrano. From Puerto Natales, navigate through the ay of ast Hope to the mouth of Serrano River. In Puerto Toro, we go ashore at the bank of Serrano River and take a short hike through a native forest in order to reach a viewpoint o ering privileged views of the calving Serrano lacier, above sea level and surrounded by imposing volcanoes, yet they provide a habitat for a variety of birds.

A$ 321* PER PERSON PUERTO NATA ES | Torres del Paine

PUERTO NATA ES | Trekking Valle Frances

Full Day / Collective Tour First stop is the Cueva de ilodon, a natural monument consisting of three caves. Then we continue the trip through the park while passing and stopping by many viewpoints. On a short hiking trail, we reach the viewpoint at rey ake, which allows for wonderful view of the eponymous glacier. Visit the sectors Salto rande and aguna Amarga.

Full Day / Collective Tour This demanding trekking leads you to one of the most beautiful corners of the national park the French valley . Along Skottsberg ake, the path leads into the valley past Paine Grande mountain and the Franc s lacier. e immerse deeper into the valley on forest paths, until reaching the viewpoint of the French Valley.

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SANTIA O HOTE ORETO  Hotel oreto has a strategic location, just steps to the city center and ellavista district, the most cosmopolitan and heterogeneous area of Santiago. ike a large house, oreto o ers a living room, a spacious dining room, a bar with the best Chilean wines and shelves with books. On each floor you can find balconies and, in the roof, a large terrace with a 360 view of the city. The hotel has 3 comfortable rooms fully equipped facing north side, with natural light and overlooking an interior patio.

Hotel oreto, in its constant concern for the environment, developed an innovative eco-friendly project of sustainable energy (solar panels for the hot water and heating system, hot water storage boilers and saving water in the discharges as well as garbage recycling.

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SAN PEDRO DE ATACAMA | HOTE CASA DON TO AS  a Casa de Don Tomas is the hotel where you will live the unique e perience of feeling part of the landscape immersed in one of the most arid places in the world, feeling its colors, te tures and magical flavors. You will feel the silence that invites introspection and you will hear the sound of nature. 00 meters from the main avenue within walking distance of all tourist attractions. Comfortable space, terraces and bathrooms, free co ee, herbal tea, drinking water for the entire stay. Our outdoor areas invite you to rest, admiring the colors of the sunsets and the tranquility of the place. Our hotel is entirely NON-Smoking. e o er daily bu et breakfast. Our Taipan restaurant is famous for its local dishes accompanied by a varied wine list. Our hotel has its own generators ensuring hours of electricity and hot water, swimming pool, free I-FI, cafeteria service and free water 24 hours a day. FROM

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PUCON OD E ANDHAUS SAN SE ASTIAN  The capacity of this lodge was coordinated harmoniously within the infrastructure and landscape of the Patagonia nature. ith warm hospitality, culinary delights from its own organic farm and from the hand of abriela. The hotel o ers local food organic from the neighbours or in local market also from its own organic farm production. andhaus Hotel celebrates each day with a country breakfast bu et , that is well known by the guests. Home-made bread, jam from organic fruits, fresh vegetables and fruit juices. Huge material of information over the region, flora and fauna is available. elcome to a space full of nature, power and freedom.

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* Prices are per person twin share based on low season and will vary depending on date of travel, unless otherwise stated. Please contact us for an airinclusive quote. Refer to our booking conditions for full pricing and payment information. For more information call 1300 365 355, visit insiderjourneys. com.au or see your travel agent.

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A O YE CHO NEAR CHAITEN | HOTE YE CHO  In a hidden corner of the world, 50 kilometers south of Chait n through the Carretera Austral. Here, sourrounded by ice-capped peaks, rainforests and open waters, you ll find a nature and adventure paradise. This lake is born from the waters of the river Futaleuf , originating from the Rio rande in Argentina. The Yelcho Hotel has comfortable single and double rooms. Hotel reception hours am to midnight, days a week. ith more than 3 5,00 hectares of forest, the Pumal n Park has a wide variety of activities to o er the adventurous traveller, such as e ploring, observing wildlife, learning and rela ing. Sea kayakers can e plore the Comao and Renihu Fjords, where you can often see dolphins, sea lions and even whales, but at the same time you can rela with nature and the facilities that the place o ers.

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TORRES DE PAINE NATIONA PAR PA PA OD E  Pampa odge has 1 rooms between doubles and triples, with private bathroom ith mountain view, forest and the Serrano river. Our service includes breakfast and it is possible to have lunches and dinners in the barbecue area, choosing our specialties from the menu. The chef s specialty is roast meats and fish, accompanied by salads from the garden, and the typical Chilean pebre. Also for groups from 1 people we prepare lamb on the stick, accompanied with wild potatoes and salads. All services are carried out in a barbecue area with capacity for 150 people, with large windows to enjoy beautiful views. e do horseback riding with di erent levels of e perience, half day around the river Serrano, crossing hills, and full day e cursions with views of the Paine assif, the Tindall lacier, crossing valleys and sandy areas.

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A large house from 1 0 was built from the recycling of housing that belonged to a traditional family of German settlers. In the remodeling a new volume was added for the hotel rooms, respecting carefully the original lines of the house. All woods are native to Patagonia. The hotel has a lounge and bar overlooking the lake. Only 15 hotels in all Chile hold this top distinction in category III, which reflects the highest e cellence in sustainability nationwide. Being evaluated with high rigor in the 3 areas of sustainability Economic, Sociocultural and Environmental. Following the reen Ticket evaluation criteria, we have obtained the Neutral Carbon degree, audited by Deloitte. Heating and hot water operator by a combination of biomass and solar.

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PUERTO NATA ES HOTE CASA DE A PATA ONIA  Strategically located in the center of Puerto Natales, with immediate access to restaurants, shops and cafes, the charm of its corners and spaces make Casa Patagonia a unique and di erent place. ith a simple decoration in order to maintain a warm and pleasant atmosphere, providing comfort and satisfaction to our guests. The restoration was achieved after several months of intense work preserving the fa ade dating from the 1 60s. This house o ers 6 fully equipped rooms, with a breakfast area where the aroma and flavor are present to start a day in a delicious and healthy way.

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paying adults, generally the hotel will e pect the child to share the parent s bed and will not provide an e tra bed. Additional charges may be levied for child meals. here a child rate is provided in this brochure, an e tra roll or fold-away bed is usually provided. Children are charged an adult rate if staying in a room without adults. River Cruises – shore excursions & water levels The nature of some shore e cursions in Asia means that for some e cursions there are no formal jetties. hile sta are always on hand to assist, those with limited mobility may find these areas di cult to access. Due to the unpredictable nature of weather and its e ect on river conditions and water levels, it may on occasions be necessary to complete some elements of the itinerary by land, rather than by boat, or to alter the route of the vessel including substituting some planned stops for others. Such changes can occur at any time without prior notice or warning and no refunds will be given in this instance. On the lower ekong River between Siem Reap and Phnom Penh, large seasonal variations in water levels necessitate low-water and high-water itineraries. The only significant di erence is a vehicle transfer to from Siem Reap in place of cruising across Tonle Sap ake. As a guide, low water itineraries are applied typically from January to early July, but this may vary depending on rainfall across the river catchments. Complaint Handling In the unlikely event that you are unsatisfied with any aspect of your Travel Product, you must immediately notify the Third Party Travel Provider of your Travel Product or travel consultant please refer to your predeparture guide) to ensure we are given the opportunity to address and attempt to resolve any issue that you may raise at the time they occur. If a problem cannot be resolved to your satisfaction and you wish to pursue this matter further you must write to us within 28 days upon your return to the following address: Attention Customer Service evel 1, 503-505 ent Street, Sydney, NS 000 Or customerservice insiderjourneys.com.au You must provide your booking reference number and full details of your complaint to allow us the opportunity to respond.

Ticketing For international and domestic departure, e-tickets will be issued upon payment and completion of the booking process. In some instances, an e-ticket on the flights or fares selected may not be able to be issued. ookings that cannot be issued as an e-ticket will have to be changed to comply with e-ticket regulations. All other travel documentation, such as hotel, car hire, transfer and tour vouchers will be emailed to you as an e-document. Should the Third-Party Travel Provider issue paper vouchers, these will be posted to you. Accessibility Travellers with a physical or mental disability that may require assistance during their trip must advise us of their needs upon booking and declare all pre-e isting medical conditions. This enables us to ensure the suitability of each booking to the individual traveller. Bedding configuration Requests for specific bedding types must be made at the time of booking, however, cannot be guaranteed. Please note that double rooms can be fitted with either double or twin beds and that single rooms are often smaller than other rooms. Triple rooms usually comprise a twinbed room with an additional sofa bed, roll-away bed or a fold-away bed for a third person. Travelling with children here a child stays for free in a room sharing with two INSIDER JOURNEYS

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