What level of fitness to you have to be to go on this tour?

Some cycling experience and a good level of fitness is recommended. The total distance cycled in this tour is approximately 400km.

What type of bike do I need on this tour?

The type of bike used on this tour is Trek X-Caliber 7 and Giant Fathom 29er 2 mountain bikes with front suspension. A quality local hire bike is included in the overall price of this tour. At the time of booking the tour operator will take your height in order to reserve equipment. The operator will tell you before you book whether suitably sized bikes are available.

Cycling the Lake District of Chile & Argentina

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duration 13 days
tour type Small group Request as private
age requirement 16-99 yrs
max group size 16
guiding method Fully guided
Tour Code BM-7712
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Operated in English

Starts Puerto Varas, Chile
Ends Temuco, Chile

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Cycle around much-loved Andean lakes including Lago Llanquihue and Lago Frías
Ride the scenic Seven Lakes Road cycling route to San Martin
See ancient monkey puzzle trees in Conguillio National Park
Enjoy free time in Bariloche to hike or go rafting
Visit the Batea Mahuida volcano crater in Villa Pehuenia

Start in Puerto Varas and end in Temuco, the trip "Cycling The Lake District Of Chile & Argentina" is a guided bicycle trip that takes 13 days. You will be traveling through Los Santos Lake, Cerro Campanario, Puerto Varas and 9 other destinations in Argentina and Chile. "Cycling The Lake District Of Chile & Argentina" is a small group trip which includes accommodation, transport, meals and others. Please see the package includes section for further details.

Discover a beautiful and fertile land at the northern gateway to Patagonia – a magical escape of active volcanoes, turquoise rivers, gigantic lakes and ancient native forests. See Andean condors swoop from the cordillera foothills as we cycle on some of the most scenic routes in South America. We’ll also gain cultural insight into both Chile and Argentina, including the European influences and indigenous customs that have shaped the region.

Offering a fantastic mix of paved roads and off-road gravel tracks, this two-country cycling route allows you to cross the Andes twice in spectacular fashion. Along with the challenging bike ascents and catamaran rides across Todos los Santos Lake, you’ll also enjoy staying at a charming ecolodge in Conguillo National Park.

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Day 1: Start Puerto Varas
Day 2: Cycle around the edge of Lago Llanquihue to Frutillar
Day 3: Cycle from Puerto Varas to Petrohue; boat ride on the emerald waters of Todos los Santos Lake
Day 4: Begin the Andes crossing to Argentina; lake crossing and some tough cycling sections to arrive at Puerto Blest
Day 5: Ferry across Lago Nahuel Huapi to Puerto Panuelo; cycle to Bariloche
Day 6: Free day; explore Bariloche and ascend the nearby viewpoint of Cerro Campanario
Day 7: Villa Angostura, cycle the first part of the Seven Lakes Route and on to Villa Traful
Day 8: Short transfer to start point; cycle the second part of Seven Lakes Route to San Martin de los Andes
Day 9: Transfer to Rahue village; cycle along the Alumine River; transfer to Villa Pehuenia
Day 10: Free day in Villa Pehuenia
Day 11: Cycle to Icalma Village in Chile; short transfer to Melipeuco; cycle the lunar landscape of Conguillio National Park
Day 12: Ride through Conguillio National Park
Day 13: End Temuco Airport

WHAT'S INCLUDED

Meals

All breakfasts, eight lunches and one dinner included

Guide

Tour leader throughout

Others

Local bike hire

WHAT'S EXCLUDED

Travel insurance
Single accommodation
E-bike hire

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CANCELLATION

No additional cancellation fees apply for this Cycling the Lake District of Chile & Argentina tour. You can cancel the tour up to 93 days prior departure and avoid paying the full amount, but your deposit paid is non-refundable. No refund applies for cancellations within 92 days of departure.

Payment

For any tour departures within 02 October 2024, full payment is required. For tours that depart later than 02 October 2024, a deposit of 25% is required to confirm this tour, and the remaining balance will be charged 92 days before trip departure.

Travel Insurance

Cycling the Lake District of Chile & Argentina tour requires that you have adequate and valid travel insurance covering medical and personal accidents, including repatriation costs and emergency evacuation. World Nomads offers travel insurance for independent travelers and intrepid families.

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What level of fitness to you have to be to go on this tour?

Some cycling experience and a good level of fitness is recommended. The total distance cycled in this tour is approximately 400km.

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What type of bike do I need on this tour?

The type of bike used on this tour is Trek X-Caliber 7 and Giant Fathom 29er 2 mountain bikes with front suspension. A quality local hire bike is included in the overall price of this tour. At the time of booking the tour operator will take your height in order to reserve equipment. The operator will tell you before you book whether suitably sized bikes are available.

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