From Pucón, head to Villarrica National Park, where spectacular volcano and lake views unfold as we trek through a forest • Discover a lava field with a row of ancient craters • Take a volcano cave tour, descending toward the Earth's core while learning about volcanology • Near the border with Argentina, trek along the Lagunas Andinas trail for jaw-dropping scenery and vistas of the mighty volcano Lanín • Meet up with a local Mapuche woman to learn about the area’s indigenous people and their community, plus try a taste of traditional wheat coffee • Wine tasting and dinner—a perfect end to our time in Pucón.

Greet Villarrica Volcano, with its smoking fumarole and glowing crater dominating the skyline of Pucón • Trek through stands of araucaria (monkey puzzle) trees, glacial streams and lava fields • Dig into a traditional asado (barbecue) dinner accompanied by local folkloric music and Chilean wines • ​Explore Parque Futangue, a remote private nature reserve • Hike past turquoise waterfalls and breathtaking lookouts to deep-blue lagoons.

Hike along a rushing river to discover its source in a pristine alpine lake surrounded by lush scenery • Make your way to our lakeside hotel on the outskirts of Puerto Varas, known for its traditional German-style architecture and stunning backdrop of snowcapped volcanoes • ​Hike along the base of Osorno Volcano for epic views of neighboring peaks and glacial-fed lakes • Take in the emerald waters and dark volcanic sand of Todos los Santos Lake before encountering the cascading waters of Petrohué River's waterfalls.