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Chile's Lake District Walking & Hiking Tour - For Families with Adult Kids 20s & Beyond
Lakes, Volcanoes & Elegant Lodges
One or more kids 20+ required (siblings 17+ ok)
Family — 20s & Beyond
7 days 6 nights
Activity Levels 2-4
Premiere Hotels
From: $5,799 - $6,349 pp dbl occ
($1,350 for sgl occ)
Chile is a land of old and new. Where glaciers and volcanoes continue to sculpt the terrain. Where nature reserves and national parks protect pristine lakes and ancient forests. Where indigenous Mapuche culture and Germanic heritage weave through contemporary life. Come with your family to witness this magical blend, walking and hiking through Chile's Lakes and Volcanoes District.
Chile Lake District Walking and Hiking
Chile
Start Pucón / End Puerto Varas or Puerto Montt Airport
Start/End locations may vary. Do not book flights until your trip details are confirmed.
Highlights
- Trek along the base of stunning volcanoes and walk to secluded waterfalls, lagoons and temperate rain forests
- Discover the remote Parque Futangue nature reserve, a sanctuary on the shores of Lago Ranco teeming with unique flora and fauna
- Luxuriate in beautiful hotels perfectly situated next to rivers and lakes with easy access to trails and adventures on the water
- Enjoy warm Chilean hospitality, regional wine pairings and pisco sour demonstrations plus delicious traditional cuisine
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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
Description
Welcome 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 | On a volcano cave tour, descend toward the Earth's core while learning about volcanology | Near the border with Argentina, hike along the Lagunas Andinas trail for jaw-dropping scenery and vistas of the mighty volcano Lanín | Meet 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 a day of exploration.
Accommodations
Hotel Antumalal
Pucón
| Premiere Hotel Perched above Lake Villarrica within a private park, this hotel boasts a Bauhaus-inspired design and panoramic windows framing epic lake views. (pool, spa)
Days 3-4
Description
Villarrica Volcano greets you with its smoking fumarole and glowing crater dominating the skyline of Pucón | Hike through stands of araucaria (monkey puzzle) trees, glacial streams and lava fields | Experience a traditional asado (barbecue) dinner accompanied by local folkloric music and Chilean wines | Trek through Parque Futangue, a remote private nature reserve | Hike past turquoise waterfalls and breathtaking lookouts to deep-blue lagoons.
Accommodations
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)
Days 5-7
Description
Follow a rushing river until reaching its source—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 | Take in epic views of neighboring peaks and glacial-fed lakes on our hike along the base of Osorno Volcano | Views of the emerald waters and dark volcanic sand of Todos los Santos Lake unfold before encountering the cascading waters of Petrohué River's waterfalls.
Accommodations
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)
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
Click on dates for pricing, itinerary variations and to book your trip. Price is per person, double occupancy.
December 2022
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Activity Level: 2-4
Every Backroads trip is designed to appeal to a wide variety of interests and fitness levels. Several routes and a range of levels are offered each day so you can choose how much or how little activity you want to do. Learn more about how we determine activity levels.
Route notes
The terrain on this trip includes rolling tree-lined paths and mountain trails along streams, lakes and forests. We may encounter dusty sections of volcanic ash.
Daily Route Options
What's Included
- All breakfasts, 6 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
- All breakfasts, 6 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.
Travel Time
In order to experience the full grandeur of Chile's Lakes & 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.
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.
Travel Time
In order to experience the full grandeur of Chile's Lakes & 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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