Andean Crossing from Santiago – Puerto Varas – Bariloche – Buenos Aires

Day 1 – SANTIAGO DE CHILE
Arrival in Santiago and transfer to the hotel.
Accommodation with breakfast.

Day 2 – SANTIAGO DE CHILE
City Tour: We will visit Plaza de Armas and the Cathedral of Santiago. We then continue to Plaza de la Constitución, where we will see the Government Palace, La Moneda.
Next stop: Plaza Concha y Toro.

The tour continues along the Alameda, passing by the Teatro Carrera, Errázuriz Palace, Ariztía Palace, Iñiguez Palace, among others. We will also see the southern façade of La Moneda, the University of Chile, San Francisco Church, the National Library, Santa Lucía Hill, Plaza Italia, and more.

We then continue through the Costanera area until reaching Alonso de Córdova to visit FABA, a boutique specializing in handmade lapis lazuli jewelry — a stone found only in Chile and Afghanistan.

Return to Mercado Central.
Accommodation with breakfast.

Day 3 – SANTIAGO DE CHILE
Full-Day Viña del Mar & Valparaíso Tour:
Departure from Santiago toward the Pacific coast, crossing the Casablanca and Curacaví valleys.

We begin the visit in Viña del Mar, known as the "Garden City" for its abundant parks and manicured gardens. Stops include Quinta Vergara, Palacio Carrasco, and a genuine Easter Island moai.
We continue along the main coastal road to reach the famous Flower Clock.

Then we arrive in Valparaíso, home to Chile’s main commercial port and National Congress. Founded in 1536, the city is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, known for its colorful hillside homes, viewpoints, parks, and historic monuments.

A highlight is Plaza Sotomayor, the main civic square by the port. From June 1, 2013, the tour includes a boat ride through Valparaíso Bay, offering the best views of the city from the water.

Return to Santiago in the afternoon.
Accommodation with breakfast.

Day 4 – SANTIAGO DE CHILE – PUERTO MONTT – PUERTO VARAS
Transfer to the airport.
Arrival at Puerto Montt airport and transfer to the hotel in Puerto Varas.
Accommodation with breakfast.

Day 5 – PUERTO VARAS – BARILOCHE (Andean Crossing)
Andean Lake Crossing – 8:00 AM Departure

We depart Puerto Varas toward Petrohué along Lake Llanquihue, enjoying stunning views of the Osorno and Calbuco volcanoes.

Inside Vicente Pérez Rosales National Park, we visit the Petrohué Waterfalls, unique volcanic rock formations shaped by emerald-green waters.

Boarding at Petrohué, we sail across Todos los Santos Lake toward Peulla, an eco-village and paradise for nature lovers.
Lunch at Hotel Peulla or Natura (not included).

We then continue by bus to Puerto Frías.
Chilean customs procedures are completed before crossing the Andes at 976 meters above sea level.

A winding descent takes us to Puerto Frías, where we board a boat to sail across Lake Frías, heading to Puerto Alegre.
From there, a bus takes us to Puerto Blest.

Finally, we sail Lake Nahuel Huapi toward Puerto Pañuelo.
A final bus ride takes us to Bariloche.

Approximate arrival: 8:00 PM
Accommodation with breakfast.

Day 6 – BARILOCHE
Circuito Chico (without ascent) – 8:30 AM

The route begins along Av. Ezequiel Bustillo, bordering Lake Nahuel Huapi. As the landscape opens, we admire native forests of cypress, maitén, coihue, and ñire.

At km 17 is the base of Cerro Campanario, home to a chairlift (optional) leading to one of the eight most beautiful panoramic views in the world.

Further along, at km 24, we see San Eduardo Chapel, Puerto Pañuelo, and the iconic Llao Llao Hotel.
The circuit continues through Villa Tacul, Lago Escondido, and the meeting point of Lakes Nahuel Huapi and Moreno.

We stop at the Panoramic Point overlooking Lake Moreno, then return via Laguna El Trébol to the city.

Approximate arrival: 12:30 PM
Accommodation with breakfast.

Day 7 – BARILOCHE
Breakfast.
Morning at leisure.

1:00 PM – Excursion to Cerro Catedral (without ascent)
Named for its cathedral-like rock spires, this mountain is Argentina’s most important ski center. During winter, it hosts national and international ski and snowboard competitions.

Its extensive infrastructure places it on par with major European ski resorts. During other seasons, some lifts remain inactive, but the mountain becomes ideal for hiking and outdoor activities.

Estimated return: 5:00 PM
Accommodation with breakfast.

Day 8 – BARILOCHE → BUENOS AIRES
Transfer to the airport.
Arrival in Buenos Aires and transfer to the hotel.
Accommodation with breakfast.

Day 9 – BUENOS AIRES
City Tour:
A traditional tour of the most important points of the city, providing an overview of Buenos Aires’ history, architecture, and cultural diversity.

Sites visited include:

Plaza de Mayo
Casa Rosada
Metropolitan Cathedral
San Telmo
Avenida 9 de Julio
Teatro Colón
Obelisk
La Boca & Caminito
Puerto Madero
Plaza San Martín
Recoleta Cemetery
Palermo Parks
Return to three central points in the city.
Accommodation with breakfast.

Day 10 – BUENOS AIRES
Free day for optional activities.

Evening: Tango Dinner Show with beverages and round-trip transfers.
Enjoy top-quality gastronomy combined with one of the most iconic expressions of Argentine culture.
Accommodation.

Day 11 – BUENOS AIRES
Transfer to the airport.
End of our services.

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The order of activities may vary depending on the travel start date.

The starting point and the order of the cities may also be modified for better itinerary organization.

Please inquire about optional excursions, additional nights, domestic flights, and show tickets.

Some activities may be subject to availability depending on the season, as well as modifications and/or cancellations due to weather conditions.

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