Chile Bike Tour
Couples, Friends & Solos
7 days
6 nights
Activity Levels 2-4
Premiere Hotels
Chile Bike Tour
Couples, Friends & Solos
7 days
6 nights
Activity Levels 2-4
Premiere Hotels
2026: Oct-Dec 2027: Jan-Mar, Oct-Dec 2028: Jan-Mar
Lakes, Volcanoes & Pampered Pleasures
Cradled by the snowcapped Andes, this unique natural playground is as laid-back as it is wild. From sweeping lakeside roads to dripping rain forests to the many outposts of rustic-chic hospitality nestled between them, the Lake District begs to be biked.
Highlights
- Embark on an epic road-biking trip through Chile’s Lake District, a diverse patchwork of forests, lakes, waterfalls and grand volcano cones
- Savor local flavors at every step of the way: fresh dairy products, traditional barbecue and of course, Chile’s renowned wines
- Ride roads less traveled by foreigners—but beloved by Chileans—in some of the country’s favorite landscapes
- Meet Indigenous community leaders, descendants of German settlers and other local characters
- Kick back at chic hotels that mix cozy frontier warmth with striking modern elements
Start Puerto Varas
End Pucón or Temuco Airport
* Start/End locations may vary. Do not book flights until your trip details are confirmed.
Itinerary
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 • Cool off in the spray of cascading Petrohue Falls • Visit a working dairy farm and sample homemade manjar, Chile’s staple sweet.
Nights 1-2
Savor superb lakefront views from floor-to-ceiling windows at this design hotel and Leading Hotels of the World member, where contemporary architecture melds modern style with local materials. (pool, spa)
Days 3-4
Bike 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 • Cycle through the quaint town of Llifen en route to beautiful Maihue Lake • Relax at our hotel in Parque Futangue, a remote nature reserve of virgin forests, lava fields and waterfalls.
Nights 3-4
Surrounded by gardens, meadows and lush forest, this remote lodge is set within the borders of a private reserve. (pool, spa)
Days 5-7
Villarrica Volcano and its namesake lake create a dramatic backdrop for Pucón, Chile’s adventure capital • Pedal alongside Ranco Lake and follow the Trancura River, enjoying views of several mighty volcanoes in the distance • Meet a local leader from the Mapuche community, the area’s Indigenous population • Bike through a unique forest of araucaria trees at the base of Lanín Volcano as you approach the Argentine border • Splendid vistas and first-rate cycling are in store on a ride into Villarrica National Park.
Nights 5-6
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)
What's Included
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We want to make sure you're on the trip that's right for you. Every Backroads trip is unique and this one is no exception.
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.
Dates & Prices
Dates & Prices
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