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Santiago to Buenos Aires: Volcanos, Valleys & the Lake District

12 days
From Santiago to Buenos Aires
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Curated to ignite your sense of adventure
Partially Guided
Independent travel, featuring selected guided excursions
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Travelers should be comfortable with somewhat-demanding activities
Guided in English
Group Size 14 - 16
Ages 18-39
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Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    Santiago

    Touch down in Santiago whenever you arrive and spend the day getting to know the city on your own terms. The setting between the Andes mountains and the Pacific gives you plenty to explore at a relaxed pace. In the evening, you'll join your CEO and the rest of the group for a welcome meeting where everyone gets oriented and pumped up about what's coming next.

    Accommodation
    Hotel (Pariwana Santiago)

    Included Activities

    • Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group
    • Connect With New Friends
    Landmarks
    Andes Mountains
    Pacific Ocean
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  2. Day 2

    Santiago

    The entire day belongs to you in Santiago. Check out street art in Barrio Bellavista, rent a bike and cruise around, walk through historic parks, or take an optional day trip to Valparaiso and the local wine region. Later on you'll catch a group briefing before boarding an overnight bus headed to Pucón in the Lake District.

    Optional Activities

    • Street art tour in Barrio Bellavista
    • City bike tour
    • Historic parks with gardens and viewpoints
    • Day trip to Valparaíso and nearby cold-climate wineries
    Landmarks
    Barrio Bellavista
    Valparaíso
  3. Day 3

    Pucón

    You'll roll into Pucón early morning and walk to the hostel to settle in. After that long bus ride, the day is wide open. Many people head to the natural hot springs to soak and recover, while others jump straight into rafting on the Trancura River. Whatever you choose, you'll be moving at your own speed in this adventure-focused town.

    Accommodation
    Hostel (Hostal Mahuida)

    Optional Activities

    • Soak in natural hot springs
    • Rafting on the Trancura River
    • Kayaking Pucón
    • Guided Huerquehue Park Visit
    Landmarks
    Lake Villarrica
    Villarrica Volcano
    Trancura River
    Huerquehue National Park
  4. Day 4

    Pucón

    Another free day in Pucón with tons of optional stuff to try. Kayak on the lake, hang around downtown with volcano views, or go for the big challenge and hike up Villarrica Volcano. The panoramic views from the top stretch across surrounding lakes and peaks if you're up for it.

    Accommodation
    Hostel (Hostal Mahuida)

    Optional Activities

    • Kayaking on Lake Villarrica
    • Downtown relaxation with volcano views
    • Villarrica Volcano hike
    Landmarks
    Lake Villarrica
    Villarrica Volcano
  5. Day 5

    Pucón to Puerto Varas

    Head south to Puerto Varas by local bus. If you want, grab one more breakfast in Pucón before making your way to the station. Then you've got the whole journey to relax and take in the Chilean landscape rolling by. You'll arrive in late afternoon with time to get settled in, and there's an optional group appetizer gathering later if you're up for it.

    Accommodation
    Hotel (Casa Kalfu)

    Optional Activities

    • Final breakfast in Pucón with travel group
    • Group appetizer gathering in the evening
    Landmarks
    Lake Llanquihue
  6. Day 6

    Puerto Varas

    Walk around Puerto Varas on your own, a nice little town on Lake Llanquihue with views of Osorno and Calbuco volcanoes. The day gives you options: head out to Chiloé Island to see the colorful stilt houses and UNESCO churches, or tackle the Osorno Volcano trek. Come evening, there's an optional group dinner if you want to connect with people.

    Accommodation
    Hotel (Casa Kalfu)

    Optional Activities

    • Visit to Chiloé Island and palafitos (colorful stilt houses)
    • Chiloé UNESCO Churches visit
    • Osorno Volcano trek
    • Optional group dinner
    Landmarks
    Lake Llanquihue
    Osorno Volcano
    Calbuco Volcano
    Chiloé Island
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  7. Day 7

    Puerto Varas to San Carlos de Bariloche

    Take a local bus from Puerto Varas across the border into Argentina heading to San Carlos de Bariloche. The drive is scenic, so you'll have time to kick back, listen to music, play cards or games with new friends, and soak in the views. You'll roll in during the evening and get yourself sorted at your accommodation.

    Included Activities

    • Border Crossing (Chile - Argentina)
    Landmarks
    Nahuel Huapi Lake
    Andes Mountains
  8. Day 8

    San Carlos de Bariloche

    After breakfast, join an introductory walking tour through Patagonian landscapes and hit some viewpoints along the Small Circuit. Take the chairlift up Cerro Campanario to get sweeping views of Nahuel Huapi Lake and the surrounding mountains. Later in the afternoon, explore the charming town itself and try optional activities like horseback riding or rafting if that appeals to you.

    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Soft Hotel)

    Included Activities

    • Small Circuit & Cerro Campanario chairlift experience

    Optional Activities

    • Horseback riding
    • Rafting
    • Chocolate tasting
    • Craft brewery hopping
    • Other outdoor adventures
    Landmarks
    Nahuel Huapi Lake
    Cerro Campanario
    Small Circuit
  9. Day 9

    San Carlos de Bariloche

    You've got the whole day free in Bariloche's outdoor paradise. Tackle more trails and adventure activities if you're feeling energized, or spend time in a café watching people go by. Many folks check out the chocolate shops and craft beer scene, or simply find a spot with lake views to unwind.

    Accommodation
    Hotel (Soft Hotel)

    Optional Activities

    • Outdoor adventures and hiking
    • Café exploration and people-watching
    • Chocolate tasting
    • Craft brewery hopping
    Landmarks
    Nahuel Huapi Lake
  10. Day 10

    Bariloche to Buenos Aires

    Take it easy in the morning and grab anything you need for the road ahead. Then board an overnight bus for the long 24-hour journey from Bariloche up to Buenos Aires. It's a classic South American travel experience, so download podcasts, music, and shows before you go. Get ready for the ride across the continent.

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  11. Day 11

    Buenos Aires

    Pull into Buenos Aires in the early afternoon after crossing South America by bus. Explore the city however you like, whether that's wandering the colorful La Boca neighborhood, booking an optional city tour, or arranging dinner and a tango show in tango's birthplace. Stretch your legs and soak up the vibrant energy of Argentina's capital.

    Accommodation
    Hostel (Milhouse Avenue Hostal)

    Included Activities

    • Big Night Out

    Optional Activities

    • Buenos Aires Bike Tour
    • Buenos Aires Guided City Tour
    • La Boca Neighbourhood Visit
    • Tango Dinner Show
    Landmarks
    La Boca
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  12. Day 12

    Buenos Aires

    You're free to depart whenever, or stick around Buenos Aires longer if you want. Before everyone heads different directions, swap contact info with your travel companions so you can stay connected and maybe meet up somewhere else down the road.

    Included Activities

    • Departure Day
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    · August 14th, 2025
    The itinerary was good. However, it should have included one night more at La Paz for appreciating the city and the surrounding.
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