Discover the best of the Lake District with a tour of Llanquihue, Frutillar, and Puerto Octay from Puerto Varas, and enjoy an exciting excursion to Mount Osorno. Then, cross the Andes to reach Bariloche and explore the beauty of San Martín de los Andes, in a journey full of spectacular landscapes and stunning nature.

Day 1: Puerto Montt - Puerto Varas - Osorno volcano

Transfer: Airport in Puerto Montt Hotel in Puerto Varas

Osorno Volcano Excursion

  • Departure: 15:00
  • Duration: 4 hours
  • Pickup / Dropoff: Hotel in Puerto Varas or Puerto Montt

From the heights of the volcano Osorno you’ll be able to see the most beautiful landscapes of Los Lagos region. This place is known for being the entrance to the Chilean Patagonia and one of the volcanoes with the most beautiful landscapes.

Departure from your hotel at 15:00 am approximately, we will head to the Osorno volcano, bordering the Llanquihue Lake. We will start going uphill in Ensenada in a transfer, until we get to the ski center which is located on the top of the volcano. There we’ll will have time to enjoy the landscapes and take pictures.

We will descend from the volcano

18:00 pm: Return to your hotel.

  • Physical
    Very low
  • Cultural
    Very low
  • Nature
    Very high

Day 2: Puerto Montt - Puerto Varas - Frutillar - Puerto Octay

Llanquihue, Frutillar and Puerto Octay tour

  • Departure: 09:00
  • Duration: 5 hours
  • Pickup / Dropoff: Hotel in Puerto Varas or Puerto Montt

Come and visit Frutillar and Puerto Octay on the shores of Lake Llanquihue, two villages in Los Lagos region that share a strong German tradition.

Discover the fascinating Llanquihue, Frutillar, and Puerto Octay Route, immerse yourself in the enchanting history of charming villages and the stories of hardworking German settlers. Marvel at the beauty of Lake Llanquihue and indulge in its exquisite pastries. A journey that will captivate you with its charm and invite you to live unforgettable moments. Book now and be amazed!

9:00 AM: Departure from the hotel.

9:10 AM: We will start our excursion by visiting the city of Llanquihue, famous for its cured meats and the place of origin of the Maullín River, which is part of the ancient Settlers' Route. In the city, we will visit Los Cisnes Beach and the Pier, which offer a beautiful view of the Lake and the Volcanoes. Then, we will drive along the shores of Lake Llanquihue to reach Frutillar.

10:30 AM: We arrive at this beautiful town with Bavarian reminiscences, where its first settlers came from. It emerged in 1856 as a shipping port, and soon tanneries, mills, breweries, etc., appeared. We will stroll around its beautiful old German-style houses, admiring their well-kept gardens and the incomparable view of the Osorno and Puntiagudo Volcanoes. Optionally, passengers can visit the German Colonial Museum, which depicts the life of the settlers, or enjoy a coffee with a typical German pastry from the region.

On its Lakeside Avenue, we will observe the Teatro del Lago, where the famous "Semanas Musicales de Frutillar" (Musical Weeks of Frutillar) are held annually, attracting artists from all over the world.

12:00 PM: From here, we will head to Puerto Octay, also located on the northern shore of the lake, marked by German influence and being the first port of departure for agricultural products towards Osorno. We will explore its old streets and the Plaza de Armas.

2:00 PM: Arrival at the hotel.

• The order of the places to visit may be modified depending on the daily operation.

• Excursion times are approximate and may be subject to changes according to the Traffic and Operations schedule, considering that, being a half-day excursion, it may have afternoon departures.

• Excursions may undergo changes beyond the company's operation.

  • Physical
    Very low
  • Cultural
    Very high
  • Nature
    Very low

Day 3: Vicente Perez Rosales National Park - Lake Llanquihue - Puerto Varas - Bariloche

Andean Crossing - Puerto Varas a Bariloche - National passengers

  • Departure: 08:00
  • Duration: Full day
  • Pickup / Dropoff: Turistour office in Puerto Varas or Bariloche

We will navigate Todos los Santos lake and cross the Andes mountains to reach the city of Bariloche in Argentina. .

Presentation at Calle Del Salvador 72 Puerto Varas at approximately 08:00 am.

10:30: We sail towards Peulla sailing the Lake Todos los Santos. If the weather permits, you can see the Osorno Volcano, Puntiagudo Volcano and Cerro Tronador.

11:15: Arrival in Peulla, ecological villa, paradise for nature lovers and lunch (lunch is not included).

14:00: We board a bus to Puerto Fría. On the way we will go through the Chilean Customs to do the process of leaving the country. We will cross the Cordillera de los Andes at only 976 meters above sea level and go down a path to Puerto Frías. Then we sail through Lago Frias, towards Porto Alegre. In Puerto Alegre we take a bus to Puerto Blest.

18.30: Departure from Puerto Blest, we start the last navigation through Lake Nahuel Huapi, to Puerto Pañuelo.

19:45: In Puerto Pañuelo, we are taking a bus to make the final section with destination to Bariloche. This is a city that in winter and summer fascinates the tourist for its ski centers, shops, hotels, restaurants and nightlife.

20:30: Arrival in Bariloche

**During the months of April to August, the Petrohué Waterfalls are NOT visited due to the winter schedule.**

  • Physical
    Very low
  • Cultural
    Medium
  • Nature
    Very high
  • Nightlife
    Very low

Day 4: San Martín de los Andes

What you will visit:

  • 1 San Martín de los Andes

At 8:30 AM, we will pick you up at the Cacique Inacayal hotel. We will take National Route 40 East, following the eastern edge of Lake Nahuel Huapi until we reach the Limay River, which marks the natural border between the provinces of Rio Negro and Neuquén. We will then arrive in Villa La Angostura, where we will make a 30-minute technical stop. From there, we will begin our journey along the Seven Lakes Route. We will travel through sections of the Nahuel Huapi National Park and Lanin National Park, admiring the lakes Espejo, Correntoso, Escondido, Villarino, Falkner, Machónico, and Lácar. The city of San Martín de los Andes is located on the shores of the latter. In this town, we will have approximately 2 hours for lunch and to explore the city center or the waterfront.

The return route to the city of Bariloche may follow the "Sunset on the Seven Lakes Route." In this case, the journey will be in reverse, offering a different light to relive the experience, or another option is the so-called "La Rinconada," which skirts the Collón Cura and connects with Route 40.

19:30 pm: Return to your hotel.

Day 5: Circuito Chico

What you will visit:

  • 1 Bariloche

At 8:30 AM, we will pick you up at the Cacique Inacayal hotel. We will begin by heading through the city center, and then follow Avenue Bustillo along Lake Nahuel Huapi, which will accompany us for most of the journey.

During the tour, the guide will be with you, sharing the history of the city and providing references to the names of many places in Patagonia.

Our first stop will be at Mount Campanario, 1050 meters high, which is ascended by an open chairlift to the summit. The mountain has been recognized as having the sixth most beautiful view in the world. At the top, you’ll have a 360-degree panoramic view of lakes and mountains, integrating the landscape where you can see the mountain range of the Andes.

Next, we continue along Bustillo Avenue, reaching the Llao Llao Peninsula, a stunning landscape framed by the Llao Llao Hotel in its natural setting, San Eduardo Chapel, and Puerto Pañuelo, from where the catamarans depart for lake excursions to Isla Victoria, the Arrayanes Forest, Puerto Blest, and the Cantaros Waterfall.

The circuit continues to a scenic viewpoint, offering views of Lake Moreno and the Llao Llao Peninsula, and then we cross the bridge connecting Moreno East and West.

Throughout the tour, the views will shift between forests, lakes, and mountain ranges, where Bariloche will reveal its characteristic natural beauty.

Day 6: Departure day

We will pick you up at the agreed time in Puerto Varas and head over to the airport in Puerto Montt. 

Included
  • Puerto Varas:
  • 2 Nights accommodation at Cabaña del Lago Hotel.
  • Transfer from the airport to the hotel in Puerto Varas.
  • City tour of Frutillar, Puerto Octay, and Llanquihue.
  • Visit to the Osorno Volcano.
  • Andean Crossing: Ticket for navigation Puerto Varas / Bariloche / Puerto Varas (or vice versa), Navigation across Lake Todos los Santos, Bus to Puerto Frías, Navigation across Lake Frías to Puerto Alegre, Bus to Puerto Blest, Navigation across Lake Nahuel Huapi to Puerto Pañuelo, and Bus towards Bariloche.
  • Bariloche:
  • 3 nights of accommodation at Cacique Inacayal Hotel.
  • Transfer from the hotel to the airport.
  • Full-day excursion to San Martín de los Andes.
  • Half-day tour Circuito Chico.
NOT Included
  • Everything not mentioned.

Recommendations

It is recommended to bring a coat for the morning and evening excursions, during the course of the day wear light clothing and comfortable shoes.

 

  • Go Chile assumes no responsibility for unpredictable events that may affect the schedule or order of travel programs, such as those caused by weather conditions, road closures or safety measures established by public authorities.

Notes

  • According to daily operations, there may be a modification in the order of the places to be visited.

  • The excursion schedules are indicative and may be modified according to the Traffic and Operations area’s programming, considering that, being a half-day excursion, it could depart in the PM hours.

  • The excursions may be subject to changes beyond the company's operations.