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Chile Bike Tour
Lakes, Volcanoes & Pampered Pleasures
Snow-blanketed volcanoes towering above shimmering lakes. Fine local wines and inspired cuisine. Untamed stands of dense forest. This is Chile's Lakes and Volcanoes District. A place where old-world charm comes alive in lakeside German villages and ancient indigenous cultures thrive. Discover a region of enchanting beauty that is at once wild and refined.
THIS ITINERARY: 7 days, 6 nights
ACCOMMODATIONS: Premiere Hotels
FROM:
$6,099 - $7,299 pp dbl occ
($1,020 - $2,230 for sgl occ)
Chile
Start Puerto Varas / End Pucón or Temuco Airport
Start/End locations may vary. Do not book flights until your trip details are confirmed.
Highlights
- Embark on an epic road-biking trip through Chile's Ring of Fire—complete with forests, lava fields, waterfalls and rivers
- Relish the comforts of luxury hotels including the Relaix & Châteaux &Beyond Vira Vira at the foot of Villarrica Volcano
- Savor local flavors as you indulge in a wine-pairing tasting menu and Chilean-style barbecues
- Witness a total solar eclipse on our 12/12/20 departure and a 94% eclipse on our 12/14/20 departure. We expect these trips to fill fast—book early!
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Itinerary
Accommodations may vary based on departure date.
7 Days Premiere Hotels
Accommodations may vary based on departure.
Days 1-2
Explore a rugged landscape of peaks, lakes and forests | Bike along the shore of Chile's second-largest lake, flanked by snowcapped Calbuco and Osorno Volcanoes | Visit a working dairy farm and sample homemade manjar, Chile's staple sweet.
Hotel AWA
Puerto Varas
| Premiere Hotel Savor superb lakefront views from floor-to-ceiling windows at this design hotel featuring contemporary architecture that melds modern style with local materials. (pool, spa)
Day 3
Pedal through the colonial village of Frutillar, where German culture, cuisine and architecture are well preserved | Quiet lakeside roads lead past bucolic farms, green pastures and grazing cows | Relax at our hotel in Parque Futangue, a remote nature reserve of virgin forests, lava fields and waterfalls.
Futangue Hotel & Spa
Parque Futangue
| Premiere Hotel Surrounded by gardens, meadows and lush forest, this remote lodge is set within the borders of a private reserve. (pool, spa)
Day 4
Following a river through green fields and fertile farmland, pass the quaint town of Llifen, famous for its hot springs | Ride through the Valdivian rain forest to the magical Huilo Huilo Biological Reserve, recognized by National Geographic as a World Legacy award-winner.
Nawelpi Lodge
Huilo-Huilo
| Premiere Hotel From the comfort of your luxury bungalow in the heart of the Huilo-Huilo Reserve, connect with nature while falling asleep to sounds of the rain forest and the rushing Fuy River. (pool, spa)
Days 5-7
Villarrica Volcano and its namesake lake create a dramatic backdrop for Pucón, Chile’s adventure capital | Pedal a portion of the stunning Seven Lakes Route | Bike the Ironman route, following the Trancura River and enjoying views of several mighty volcanoes in the distance | A ride into Villarrica National Park offers splendid vistas and first-rate cycling | Unwind at the elegant Relais & Châteaux &Beyond Vira Vira lodge, a 56-acre oasis set among lush trees and a natural lagoon.
&Beyond Vira Vira
Pucón
| Premiere Hotel Lauded by Travel + Leisure, this luxurious hotel and full-fledged farm is perched above the Liucura River at the foot of a snowcapped volcano. A Relais & Châteaux member. (spa)
Dates & Prices
The earlier you book, the more choice you'll have and the lower your price. And you can always change your mind — you won't be charged to transfer to a different trip before your final payment is due. View cancellation policy
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Activity Level: 2-4
Every Backroads trip is designed to appeal to a wide variety of interests and fitness levels. We know your pace may vary from one day to the next—and your traveling companion's may differ somewhat from yours. So we present a range of mileage options, and each day you decide exactly what and how much you want to do. LEARN MORE.
What's Included
Available Bike Options
The key to a stellar day's ride is a bike that's perfectly in tune with your cycling style… Backroads has you covered with the best bike fleet in the world! Read on for your available bike options for this trip.
Performance Road Bike
This custom-designed titanium bike is lightweight and responsive, featuring Shimano Ultegra Di2 electronic shifting, 11-speed compact gearing, a premium Mavic Ksyrium Pro wheelset and a full carbon fork.
Touring Bike
A proven classic, our most popular custom-designed titanium bike is suited for a wide range of cyclists. It features a comfortable ergonomic seat and a long wheel base that add to the bike’s control and stability.
NEW! Electric-Assist Bike
Our newly redesigned titanium e-bike is a lightweight yet powerful machine unique in the world of e-bikes. It provides plenty of power to flatten the hills and more than enough battery range to cover the distance.
Also Included
- All breakfasts, 7 lunches, 6 dinners
- Expertise and services of our experienced Trip Leaders
- Snacks and beverages between meals
- Additional guides and experts from the region on many trips
- Van shuttles to support a variety of route options
- Comprehensive Travel Planner with detailed pre-trip information
- Private guided tours at museums, historic sites, wineries and other select attractions as noted in the Travel Planner
- All gratuities at hotels and restaurants
- Special events, including wine tastings and other select attractions as mentioned in the Travel Planner
- On biking and multi-adventure trips, use of fully equipped Backroads titanium bike plus helmet and accessories
- Trailercycles, carriers, and kid-sized helmets for Family Trips
- Equipment and experienced guides for kayaking, rafting, snorkeling, sailing and canoeing as described
- Park and other entry fees
- Fares for trains, ferries and other modes of travel as listed in the Travel Planner
- Select coach transfers
- Baggage transfers and porterage
Straight talk
We want to make sure you're on the right trip and that you have the best experience possible. Every Backroads trip is unique and this one is no exception.
Shuttle Time
In order to experience the full grandeur of Chile's Lakes and Volcanoes District, we spend more time shuttling on this trip than on a typical Backroads trip. This enables us to explore the incredible variety of ecosystems and scenery this region has to offer. Rest assured, the views from these shuttles are spectacular.
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