San Carlos de Bariloche Trip Overview
This is a unique opportunity to get to know these 2 amazing Patagonia destinations. From San Carlos de Bariloche in Argentina to Puerto Varas in Chile by a unique crossing, sailing through The Andes Mountains across three beautiful lakes that are connected by four overland legs.
Additional Info
Duration: 6 days
Starts: San Carlos de Bariloche, Argentina
Trip Category: Multi-day & Extended Tours >> Multi-day Tours
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What to Expect When Visiting San Carlos de Bariloche, Río Negro, Argentina
This is a unique opportunity to get to know these 2 amazing Patagonia destinations. From San Carlos de Bariloche in Argentina to Puerto Varas in Chile by a unique crossing, sailing through The Andes Mountains across three beautiful lakes that are connected by four overland legs.
Itinerary
Day 1: Bariloche – Arrival
Stop At: San Carlos de Bariloche, San Carlos de Bariloche, Province of Rio Negro, Patagonia
Welcome to Bariloche! Arrival at local Airport. Upon arrival, meet with your driver who will transfer you to your hotel in Bariloche.
Bariloche is called the “little Switzerland” of Argentina, because many local families originally migrated from Switzerland, Germany and Italy.
Duration: 30 minutes
No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Overnight in a 4 star hotel. Standard room. Buffet breakfast and taxes included.
Day 2: Circuito Chico Visit at Bariloche
Stop At: San Carlos de Bariloche, San Carlos de Bariloche, Province of Rio Negro, Patagonia
Morning Half Day excursion “Circuito Chico”
Time: 9 am to 1 pm approximately
This half a day excursion allows you to know the city and its surroundings. Going along the southern margin of Nahuel Huapi Lake we head towards the west visiting the attractions of main touristic interest. The “Llao Llao” Hotel, “San Eduardo” Chapel, “Pañuelo” Port, “ López “Bay and the “Punto Panorámico” viewpoint., contemplating at every moment the stunning views of “The Andes” Mountain Chain. We will stop on our way at “Campanario” Mount to take some chairlifts to get to the top to enjoy the best panoramic view of the region, 360 º. (Not Included Cerro Campanario chairlift rate).
Duration: 4 hours
Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: Overnight in a 4 star hotel in Bariloche. Standard room. Buffet breakfast and taxes included.
Day 3: Bariloche – Leisure Day
Stop At: San Carlos de Bariloche, San Carlos de Bariloche, Province of Rio Negro, Patagonia
Today you will have the day at leisure to explore on your own.
You can explore Bariloche and enjoy some of the most attractive landscapes of Argentina, where nature combines forests and lakes with views of the snowy peaks. Also enjoy its exquisite cuisine, craft beers and chocolates.
Duration: 6 hours
Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: Overnight in a 4 star hotel in Bariloche. Standard room. Buffet breakfast and taxes included.
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Day 4: Lake Crossing Bariloche – Peulla – Puerto Varas
Stop At: Nahuel Huapi Lake, Parque Nacional Nahuel Huapi Argentina
Pick up at your hotel and transfer to Puerto Pañuelo, where you board the catamaran and set sail on Nahuel Huapi Lake for an hour-long ride to Puerto Blest. Upon arrival at Puerto Blest, board a bus for a 3 km ride bordering the Frías River to Puerto Alegre. After a 20-minute voyage, reach the small port of Puerto Frías, where you’ll go through departure procedures at Argentina customs before continuing by bus to Peulla, first Chilean town. Enter Vicente Pérez Rosales National Park, Chile’s first national park, and arrive in Peulla.
Once you’ve carried out entry formalities, you’ll have free time to have lunch. Later, set sail on Todos los Santos Lake with great views of Osorno Volcano, Tronador and Puntiagudo Hill (if the weather allows)towards Petrohue. Then, continue to your final destination of Puerto Varas by bus, stopping en route for an optional visit to the Petrohué Waterfalls (Saltos de Petrohué). Finally bordering Lake Llanquihue we arrive in Puert Varas.
Duration: 11 hours
Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: Overnight in a 4 star hotel in Bariloche. Standard room. Buffet breakfast and taxes included.
Day 5: Half Day Visit to Frutillar
Stop At: Frutillar, Frutillar, Los Lagos Region
In the morning, we pick up at your hotel to start the trip along the Llanquihue Lake, the second largest lake in Chile, and enjoy gorgeous views of the volcanoes Osorno, Calbuco, Puntiagudo and Tronador. We will pick you up from your hotel in Puerto Varas and travel to Frutillar, a charming village on the bank of the huge Llanquihue Lake. The village is noted for the German influence on the architecture developed by the immigrants who arrived around 1853. Here, we will take a walk to visit some restored colonial houses and see the strong German influence on the architecture. You will learn about the history of this picturesque town and the time of the first German settlers. Afterwards, we will visit the open-air German museum. Return to your hotel.
Duration: 3 hours
Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: Overnight in a 4 star hotel in Bariloche. Standard room. Buffet breakfast and taxes included.
Day 6: Puerto Varas – Puerto Montt Airport, Departure
Stop At: Puerto Varas, Puerto Varas, Los Lagos Region
After Breakfast (exact time to be confirmed) transfer to Puerto Montt airport to take your flight out.
Duration: 30 minutes
Meals included:
• Breakfast
No accommodation included on this day.
