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The Andes cross – Pichachen Pass, from Argentina to Chile

9 days
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Start and end in Chos Malal
  • Cyclist approaching a snow-capped mountain on a clear day.
  • Cyclists riding bikes on a mountainous trail under clear skies.
  • Cyclist on a winding dirt path among green hills.
  • Two cyclists riding towards a mountainous landscape.
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  • Group of cyclists riding along a road bordered by trees.
  • Two cyclists biking on a dirt road with a mountain in the background.
  • Group of cyclists in matching outfits posing in front of a building.
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Bicycle
Pedal-powered journeys for two-wheeled explorers
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Partially Guided
Independent travel, featuring selected guided excursions
High Intensity
Travelers should be in very good physical condition and expect continuous demanding activities
Guided in English
Other languages on offer: Portuguese, French, Spanish
Group Size 12 - 23
Ages 18+

Highlights

  • Set up bikes and meet the team in Chos Malal
  • Ride through Cordillera del Viento to Huinganco
  • Cross the Neuquen River and camp by Reñil Leuvú
  • Cycle past volcanoes and camp near Antuco
  • Finish with a downhill ride to Rio Rucue campsite

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  1. Introduction
  1. Day 1
  2. Day 2 Chos Malal - Huinganco
  3. Day 3 Huinganco - Río Reñil Leuvu
  4. Day 4 Río Reñil Leuvú - Cajón del Pichachen
  5. Day 5 Cajón del Pichachen - Sierra Velluda
  6. Day 6 Sierra Velluda - Antuco
  7. Day 7 Back in Argentina
  8. Day 8 Towards Buenos Aires
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18 to 75 years old

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  • From Friday
    20 Feb, 2026
    To Saturday
    28 Feb, 2026
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    Kylie

    Asked on November 16th, 2023

    I am looking for a south America bike tour in December - January. Do you have anything available?

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    • MTB ToursOperator•Written November 2023

      From Dec 2 to 9 2023 we offer the tour "Lakes of Patagonia" from Bariloche to San Martin de los Andes. There are two spots available. From Jan 26 to Feb 3 2024 we offer the "Andes cross - Vergara Pass" from Malargüe to Curico (Chile). In this tour we camp 4 nights. Are you interested in any of these trips?

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  • Vaccines
    • These are only indications, so please visit your doctor before you travel to be 100% sure.
    • Typhoid - Recommended for Argentina. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
    • Hepatitis A - Recommended for Argentina. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
    • Hepatitis B - Recommended for Argentina. Ideally 2 months before travel.
    • Rabies - Recommended for Argentina. Ideally 1 month before travel.
    • Yellow fever - Recommended for Argentina. Ideally 10 days before travel.
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    • Unfortunately we cannot offer you a visa application service. Whether you need a visa or not depends on your nationality and where you wish to travel. Assuming your home country does not have a visa agreement with the country you're planning to visit, you will need to apply for a visa in advance of your scheduled departure.
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    • For any tour departing before December 15th, 2025 a full payment is necessary. For tours departing after December 15th, 2025, a minimum payment of 20% is required to confirm your booking with MTB Tours. The final payment will be automatically charged to your credit card on the designated due date. The final payment of the remaining balance is required at least 60 days prior to the departure date of your tour. TourRadar never charges you a booking fee and will charge you in the stated currency.
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