LAKES, FORESTS AND MOUNTAINS IN SOUTHERN CHILE

Santiago, Puerto Varas, Huilo Huilo, Lake District

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Journey overview

Embark on this exciting 9-day itinerary that explores the glorious

landscapes of southern Chile, including various destinations that are well

off the beaten track. Once you cross the Bío-Bío River, the spectacular

Lake District begins some 500 km (310 miles) south of the Chilean capital

of Santiago. From this point on, temperatures are lower, the air more

humid, and snow-capped volcanoes and ancient forests drape the

landscape.

However, this region is not only about nature, but there are also

significant cultural attributes that make this terrain really interesting.

The Mapuche Indians form Chile’s largest ethnic group, and it was in this

area that they fiercely defended their land against the Incas and the

Spanish, proving themselves courageous and daunting opponents.

Neither empire advanced beyond this area, such was their resilience.

German settlers arrived to the region in the 19th Century, and their

stamp is particularly visible in-and-around Puerto Varas.

Marvel at Chile’s natural and cultural wonders while traversing this

breathtaking region.

HIGHLIGHTS OF THE ITINERARY:

Themed explorations of Santiago, the wine country and Chilean

Lakes Region in a private vehicle with your own guide.

Small group excursions in Pucón, Villarrica and the Huilo Huilo

Biological Reserve.

MAKE THE MOST OF YOUR ADVENTURE:

Extend your stay by adding one of the following options:

A 4-day tour on magical Chiloé Island, with accommodation at

Tierra Chiloé.

A 4-day tour combining the famous Lakes Crossing and

accommodation at Llao Llao Hotel and Resort.

A 4-day tour in Buenos Aires, with accommodation at The Brick

Hotel or Sofitel Buenos Aires.

SPECIALLY CREATED FOR:

Travellers looking for an in-depth experience of Chile.

Travellers looking for adventure whilst not sacrificing creature

comforts.

Nature lovers.

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At a glance

8 nights / 9 days

March to November 2019

DAY PROGRAMME

1 Private transfer from Santiago Airport to Hotel Cumbres Lastarria

Santiago City Tour (Half Day)

Overnight: Hotel Cumbres Lastarria

2 Tour Boutique Wineries of Casablanca (Half Day)

Overnight: Hotel Cumbres Lastarria

3 Private transfer from Hotel Cumbres Lastarria to Santiago Airport

Scheduled flight from Santiago Airport to Puerto Montt Airport

Private transfer from Puerto Montt Airport to Hotel Cumbres Puerto Varas

Overnight: Hotel Cumbres Puerto Varas

4 Private transfer from Hotel Cumbres Puerto Varas to Nothofagus Hotel and Spa

Dinner at the hotel

Overnight: Nothofagus Hotel and Spa

5 Excursion provided by your lodge

Overnight: Nothofagus Hotel and Spa

6 Private transfer from Nothofagus Hotel and Spa to andBeyond Vira Vira

Dinner included

Overnight: andBeyond Vira Vira

7 & 8 2 days excursions provided by andBeyond Vira Vira

All meals included

Overnight: andBeyond Vira Vira

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9 Transfer from andBeyond Vira Vira to Temuco Airport

Scheduled flight from Temuco Airport to Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport

Departure

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Hotel Cumbres Lastarria

Santiago, Chile

Day 1

On arrival at Santiago’s International Airport you will be warmly

welcomed by a member of the andBeyond team, who will assist

you through passport control & baggage claim. You will then be

driven to your hotel in Santiago.

In the afternoon, enjoy a tour dedicated to highlighting the

contrasts between the older, more centrally located areas, and

the modern uptown stretch of Santiago. The adventure will be

conducted in chronological order, allowing you the opportunity

to understand the origins of the city, and the urban sprawl over

the past 200 years, when Santiago morphed from town to great

metropolis. Focal points will include Cerro Santa Lucía, where

the city was founded in 1542, the Plaza de Armas, the Central

Market, Estación Mapocho (a former railway station), and La

Moneda, the Presidential Palace. The second half of the tour

will take you to the residential areas of Providencia and Ñuñoa,

and the cosmopolitan financial district of Las Condes, before

reaching La Dehesa which lies at the foothills of the Andes, and

offers a superb vantage point for a panoramic view of the city.

Afterwards, you will return to Hotel Cumbres Lastarria for an

evening spent at your leisure.

Day includes:

Breakfast

Santiago Tour: Cultural Tour (Half Day)

Day excludes:

Lunch & Dinner

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Day 2

After breakfast, your guide will meet you for a full day’s

discovery of some of Chile’s finest wineries.

Blessed with perfect terroir and climate, Chile has established

itself as a major producer of high quality, value for money

wines. This tour focusses on small, independent wineries in the

central coastal region.

Wineries located between Santiago and the coast are producing

some of the most interesting wines in the country. Each morning

a thick cool fog blankets the land, giving way to bright sunshine

in the afternoon. These are ideal conditions for grapes such as

Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay, and Pinot Noir. Not only are

these wineries creating a high quality product, they are also

adhering to ecologically sound practices. Surprisingly, Chile has

by far the largest average winery size of any wine producing

nation.

After your day’s excursion, you will return to your hotel in

Santiago.

Overnight at Cumbres Lastarria Hotel.

Day includes:

Breakfast at Cumbres Lastarria

Lunch at a winery

Full day tour: Boutique Wineries of Casablanca

Day excludes:

Dinner

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Hotel Cumbres Lastarria

Santiago, Chile

Hotel Cumbres Lastarria is a destination offering hospitality in

the heart of bohemian Lastarria in Santiago, Chile. Located in

a historic area, surrounded by trendy restaurants, museums,

galleries, luxury boutiques, antiques and theaters, the boutique

hotel provides an intimate entry to discovery. With just 70

rooms and suites, the hotel is designed for the most demanding

client, versed for the traveler seeking the ultimate in privacy.

Guests can relax in the elegant lobby bar or enjoy a creative

cuisine while admiring the wonderful views from the

restaurant. A swimming pool and a fully equipped gym on the

upper terrace will offer more opportunities to relax and

rejuvenate.

What we love about Hotel Cumbres Lastarria:

The excellent location of the hotel ensures that you

will have the opportunity to discover a plethora of city

attractions, right on your doorstep

If you feel like venturing out for the evening, you’ll be

spoilt for choice at the great variety of authentic

restaurants within walking distance from the hotel

Indulge in some retail therapy! Every Sunday a

wonderful market, filled to the brim with antiques and

other handicrafts, pops up in in front the hotel

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Hotel Cumbres Puerto Varas

Puerto Varas, Chile

Day 3

Today, after breakfast, you will be collected for your domestic

flight to the southern city of Puerto Montt. Upon arrival at

Puerto Montt, you will be welcomed by a local andBeyond

representative, who will drive you to the charming town of

Puerto Varas. Your hotel offers cosy, well-appointed

accommodation, beautifully decorated with local materials,

and sensational views of Lake Llanquihue and backdrop of

towering volcanoes.

Tucked between scenic Lago Llanquihue and the snow-capped

Osorno and Calbuco Volcanoes, the enchanting village of Puerto

Varas blends a rich German heritage with the stunning natural

beauty of southern Chile’s Patagonia region. The quaint town

centre features delightful wood-shingled homes, a public plaza

teeming with rose gardens and unparalleled access to world-

class adventure activities such as kayaking, canyoneering, rock

climbing, fishing, hiking and skiing.

The best way to see the city of Puerto Varas is to walk from one

end to another and observe its unmistakable German-inspired

architecture, and modern residential areas, and beautiful

gardens. One of the highlights is the colourful and impressive

Church of the Sacred Heart of Jesus, which was founded in 1853

by German and Swiss settlers who settled in southern Chile.

A local guide will take you on a city tour today. Head downtown

where you can discover historical treasures that hold cultural

heritage status. The Kuschel House and the Niklitschek House

are just two examples that reveal the true essence of the

German culture of the early twentieth century. Taking in the

inspiring scenery, Puerto Varas boasts a magnificent natural

environment, embodying mountains, lakes, forests and national

parks that make this destination a major drawcard.

Standing proudly, the Phillipi and Calvario hills, can be viewed

from the city and, for an experience of the waterways, board a

boat and navigate the blue waters of Llanquihue Lake, admiring

the magnificent backdrop of the Bay of Puerto Varas. If the

weather permits, you will be able to take in the views of the

Osorno Volcano whose daily snow melt feeds Llanquihue Lake.

This is the ideal spot to enjoy a wide range of excursions from

fishing and birdwatching to volcano climbing, zip-lining,

kayaking and rafting.

Overnight at Cumbres Puerto Varas Hotel.

Day includes:

Breakfast

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Hotel Cumbres Puerto Varas

Puerto Varas, Chile

Escape to a refined haven and experience the enchantment of

Puerto Varas, Chile at Hotel Cumbres Puerto Varas. With

dramatic views of Lago Llanquihue and the Osorno and Calbuco

Volcanoes, this five-star hotel artfully combines the intimacy

and warmth of a Patagonian lodge with contemporary luxury

and sophistication. Through its doors, Hotel Cumbres Puerto

Varas is the perfect reflection of its surroundings, with

expansive windows and native wood and stone design elements

offering guests a true connection to the breathtaking landscape

of southern Chile.

Throughout the lobby, overstuffed armchairs and sofas sit

invitingly close to the log fireplace, offering the perfect spot to

relax after a day of exploring. Each of the 90 guest rooms has

been designed to be comfortable, elegant and simple, with

private balconies (select rooms only) offering majestic views of

the lake and mountains. Just off the lobby, guests may dine in

the romantic Cumbres del Lago Restaurant or unwind over

cocktails in Bar La Araucaria or by the fireplaces in the Winter

Garden lounge. The hotel also features a spa with a heated

pool, sauna and fitness center and six meeting rooms with a

maximum capacity of 450 guests.

What we love about Hotel Cumbres Puerto Varas:

Guests will love the dramatic views of the Osorno

Volcano and Llanquihue Lake, which can be seen from

all of the rooms at the hotel.

The hotel’s prime location means guests can enjoy a

tranquil walk to downtown Puerto Varas

Soothe weary limbs in the hotel’s sauna or indulge in

one of the exclusive beauty treatments at the spa.

Puerto Varas is a renowned gateway to Patagonia.

From the city, it’s just a one hour drive to the

beautiful Petrohue Falls and the Osorno Volcano

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Nothofagus Hotel and Spa

Huilo Huilo Biological Reserve, Chile

Day 4

Today, after breakfast, you will be met by a local &Beyond

representative and driven north to the Huilo Huilo Biological

Reserve.

The Huilo Huilo Biological Reserve is located in the middle of

the Chilean Patagonian rainforest, under the majestic Andes

Mountain Range. This is a unique reserve with a strong

commitment to the conservation of nature and local culture.

Your stay will be a fascinating journey through the many

wonders of this reserve, where you will learn about the area,

the Huilo Huilo Foundation and their commitment to

sustainable tourism.

In the afternoon you will have the opportunity to explore the

surrounds at your leisure, with dinner served at the hotel’s

restaurant. Tuck into sensational dishes that blend the native

flavours of the region with those brought by European settlers

and enjoy exceptional views of the forest from your table.

Overnight at Nothofagus Lodge.

Day includes:

Full board and local brand drinks

Activities

Day 5

You will have a full days to pick and choose from the fun-filled

adventures at Huilo Huilo’s Nothofagus Lodge:

Trekking: Huilo Huilo trail night tour, Truful trail, Botanical

trail

Educational routes: Organic route, Historic Heritage route,

Mapuche customs and culture route

Mountain biking: Pudu forest and Puerto Fuy trail

Horseback riding: Tranca del Toro, The Pioneers trails

Canopy: Children (flying Chucao) and Huilo Huilo (Flying Eagle)

4X4: Sunset on the Mocho-Choshuenco Volcano (4 pax minimum)

Snow activities (July to October): Tubing, Snowshoeing, Tow-

lift ticket (ski and snowboard equipment not included)

Transportation to / from guided tours included if needed. All

activities are subject to availability and weather conditions.

Overnights at Nothofagus Lodge.

Day includes:

Full board and local brand drinks

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Nothofagus Hotel and Spa

Huilo Huilo Biological Reserve, Chile

In the midst of the temperate rainforest, as if it had come from

some unknown kingdom, a tree extends its branches towards

the sky and Nothofagus emerges. A magnificent building

constructed with noble materials where sensations, shapes,

textures and sounds can be experienced that will take guests

back to the simplicity of nature.

Nothufagus is the heart of the Huilo Huilo Biological Reserve’s

architectural complex. The majority of the activities that lead

to unforgettable experiences, begin at the hotel.

Welcome to Nothofagus and its innumerable corners filled with

magic and beauty!

What we love about Nothofagus Hotel & Spa:

Relish delicious seafood, meat and pasta dishes and

taste local flavours using fresh ingredients

Strap on your walking shoes for a self-guided walk

armed with a map and your camera

Sink into serenity in a heated bath embedded into age-

old tree trunks

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Pucon, Chile

Day 6

Today, you will be transferred to Pucón, your last destination

on this exceptional Chile tour.

Generally considered as the adventure capital of Chile, the area

around Pucón offers myriad outdoor activities such as rafting,

hiking, skiing, kayaking, and fly-fishing. There is however far

much more to this multi-faceted destination. Among its many

natural highlights, there are thermal springs and gorgeous

national parks. Volcanoes, mountains, and lakes create one of

the most beautiful natural sites Chile has to offer. The area is

also the seat of the Mapuche, Chile’s main ethnic group. Their

culture is very much alive in the area through cuisine,

traditions, and language. This ancient civilisation has forged

through a difficult history, continually facing opposition, but

they have remained free and independent. Mapuche art is

known for its beautiful metalwork, especially silver jewellery

such as headdresses and necklaces as well unique wooden

carvings. They also have an ancient tradition of weaving textiles

and carpets. Pucón has a small Mapuche Museum and many

places where you can still explore the traditional Mapuche way

of life. Pucón itself is a picturesque town, which depends

heavily on tourism but has not succumbed to opting for a

‘touristy’ aesthetic.

Overnight at andBeyond Vira Vira.

Day includes:

Full Board: all meals and local brand drinks

Activities

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Day 7 & 8

You will have a full two days of activities arranged by the lodge.

This area is a traveller’s dream when it comes to adventures

and choice of activities. The many surrounding natural parks,

the majestic Villarrica Volcano with its unbelievable views,

water sports, horseback riding and trekking in the foothills of

the Andes, are a vital part of the experience at andBeyond Vira

Vira. You are encouraged to explore a new adventure or

experience every day, with the aim of understanding the mystic

ambiance of these ancient Mapuche territories. The guides at

andBeyond Vira Vira are passionate about their work, and about

the excursions on offer. With some thirty options to choose

from, the list may seem daunting; however, your guides will

expertly help you to tailor-make your adventures according to

your personal preferences and level of difficulty.

Activities are centred on nature and adventure, with treks and

horseback rides of various durations. There are also

explorations of the nearby Villarrica Volcano, visiting its

labyrinth of tunnels or even reaching the summit. There are

also several cultural activities, aimed at revealing the secrets

of the region. AndBeyond Vira Vira also offers some wonderful

experiences at the hotel itself such as cooking, cheese-making,

and even spending a day in the organic garden. There are also

more relaxing activities. What better than sitting in a hot pool

of thermal spring water, glass of red wine in hand, and looking

out across a backdrop of mountains, forests, and volcanoes?

Of course cuisine plays an important role in the Vira Vira

experience. The menu veers away from the typical

international offerings by blending Chilean and ancient

indigenous recipes, all created with the freshest seasonal

ingredients. Each day the chef prepares a selection of two full

menus, lovingly arranged and paired with the perfect wine for

each dish.

Overnights at andBeyond Vira Vira.

Day includes:

Full Board: all meals and local brand drinks

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Pucon, Chile

Located in the heart of “Araucanía”, in Chile’s Lake District,

the homeland of the courageous Mapuche people, breath-taking

glacial lakes mirror the frosted tips of volcanoes and lush flora

decorates national parks. Once a war ground, this area

stretching over 99 square kilometres (38 square miles), saw the

Mapuche people resisting the advances of Inca and Spanish

invaders. Thriving farmlands transformed into a tranquil tourist

mecca, where a colourful intricately woven tapestry of quaint

villages, such as Pucón are sprawled along the shores of the

Villarrica Lake, near the active Villarrica Volcano. Evergreen

rainforests, sparkling lakes and massive Araucaria (or monkey

puzzle) trees, some over 1 000 years old, add to the idyllic

landscape waiting to be explored.

Nestled amidst a spectacular sprawling 22 hectare estate is the

exceptional &Beyond Vira Vira. Immersed in a beautiful park

with natural lagoons, flowing rivers and sensational views of the

Villarrica Volcano, luxurious grounds boast both a magnificent

lodge and Hacienda with beautifully appointed suites and villas.

A modern working farm, organic vegetable garden and state-of-

the-art cheese factory complete the estate that is set just

outside of Pucon, Chile. Freshly grown produce is sourced from

the farm and used to create award-winning Chilean-inspired

menus. Guests can enjoy myriad exploits, hosted by

knowledgeable and engaging guides, including trekking in the

national parks; horseback riding in the cordilleras; scenic

helicopter flights over the Villarrica Volcano; skiing,

snowboarding, snowshoeing or snowmobiling in winter. The list

is seemingly endless with fly fishing, mountain biking, and a

variety of water sports. All excursions are specifically tailored

according to your interests and fitness levels.

Why we love it

Every morning, guests have an opportunity to discuss

their daily adventures with their expert guides, ensuring their experience is tailor-made at every turn.

The property is managed by strict ecological standards and boasts a modern cheese factory.

Mealtimes are undoubtedly one of the main highlights of the lodge – an extravagant and mouth-watering affair! Discover the flourishing organic vegetable garden, and relish sublime farm-to-table dining with

fresh produce and ingredients.

Access to an on-site helicopter and pilot (seasonal)

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Departure

Pucon, Chile

Day 9

Today, we wave a fond farewell as you are collected after

breakfast and driven to Temuco Airport for your flight to

Santiago International Airport. Upon landing, an andBeyond

representative will be waiting to assist you with the connection

to your international flight onwards.

Day includes:

Breakfast

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Journey overview

Validity: 01 March to 30 November 2019, excluding 01 May – 30 June 2019

Flights

DATE DETAILS

Day 1 Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport to El Tepual International Airport

Day 9 Temuco Airport to Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport

Transfers

DATE DETAILS

Day 1 Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport to Hotel Cumbres Lastarria

Day 3 Hotel Cumbres Lastarria to Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport

Day 3 El Tepual International Airport to Hotel Cumbres Puerto Varas

Day 4 Hotel Cumbres Puerto Varas to Nothofagus Hotel and Spa

Day 6 Nothofagus Hotel and Spa to andBeyond Vira Vira

Day 9 andBeyond Vira Vira to Temuco Airport

Accommodation

DATE DESTINATION ACCOMMODATION DETAILS

Day 1 to 3 Santiago Hotel Cumbres Lastarria 1x Superior Room

Breakfast

Day 3 to 4 Puerto Varas Hotel Cumbres Puerto Varas 1x Superior Rooms

Breakfast

Day 4 to 6 Huilo Huilo Biological

Reserve

Nothofagus Hotel and Spa 1x Luxury Suite

Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Day 6 to 9 Pucon andBeyond Vira Vira 1x Suite

Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner