DAY 01
FRI 10 FEB
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SANTAGO
Arrival
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Santiago. You will be met on arrival and transferred to the HOTEL RUGENDAS
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www.rugendas.cl/en/main/index/ |
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Situated in a quiet tree lined street in the exclusive and sophisticated Las
Condes area of Santiago de Chile, close to shopping and restaurants, this is a
charming modern hotel. Comfortable rooms with high quality linen and amenities
offer 81 cm (32 inch) LCD television screen, independently controlled air
conditioning, large cupboards, in-room safe, work desk, broadband and Wifi
Internet. |
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Decorated with art pieces displayed throughout common areas, the hotel pays
homage to Juan Mauricio Rugendas , a German artist who has depicted Chile’s
folklore and people. |
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The El
Moro Restaurant offers a touch of Chile, first class cuisine, harmoniously mixed
with flavours from around the world. This non-smoking restaurant offers a
relaxed setting for dining, conversation and discovering local flavors.Welcome dinner this evening at a local restaurant nestled in gardens above Cerro
San Cristobal park, with the city lights twinkling at your feet. Here you will
be able to get to know your fellow travellers while sampling the local cuisine. |
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DAY 02
SAT 11 FEB
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SANTIAGO
Today we set off on a half day panoramic city tour. Founded in 1541,
Santiago has been able to mix the old and the new. Many of the colonial
buildings have survived. Our visit includes a walk through the Civic Centre and
Plaza de la Constitucion, where you can find the headquarters of the national
government La Moneda. Enjoy a panoramic view of the city and the great mountains
that surround the Chilean capital before returning to the hotel through the
modern district of Providencia. |
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Afternoon at leisure. Free for
lunch and dinner today to try some of the local restaurants. |
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Overnight at the HOTEL RUGENDAS |
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DAY 03
SUN 12 FEB
B, D |
SANTIAGO - EASTER ISLAND
After breakfast, depart for the airport for the flight to Easter Island (Rapa
Nui), the most isolated inhabited island in the world. This will be the start of
our 5 day visit to this magical island with it’s famous statues called Moai,
created by the early Tapanui people. |
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On arrival at Mataveri Airport, we will be met by our local guide and
transferred to the HOTEL ALTIPLANICO, where we spend the next four nights |
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HOTEL ALTIPLANICO,
EASTER ISLAND |
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Set on
a property of 1.5 ha the hotel has a panoramic view of the shoreline in one of
the world’s most unique destinations, Altiplanico Easter Island is designed in
the style of the traditional Easter Island boathouse, with luxurious gardens, a
beautiful swimming pool looking out to the sea and large open spaces to relax
after encountering the seductive mysteries of the island. The deep blue of the
Pacific Ocean will permeate your stay as well as the warmth of the Easter Island
culture, with
its music, art, history and architecture. Just a 10 minute walk from Hanga Roa
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Rooms are independent units, linked by corridors of stone, sand and grass.
Each has a private terrace and a view of the sea. Bathroom showers open to
outside to give a feeling of being close to nature and to enjoy the unique
energy of the island. Facilities include free internet, laundry service,
safes, 24/7 front desk. |
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The restaurant offers gourmet cuisine – a mixture of Peruvian, Chilean and
Rapanui flavours, including an excellent variety of local fish and typical
fruits and vegetables. |
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www.altiplanico.cl/en/easter/easter.html |
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Images from left to right - Rano Kau Volcano, Ahu
Vinapustonemasonry, Birdman Petroglyph |
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DAY 04
MON 13 FEB
B, L |
EASTER ISLAND
Full day excursion visiting the archaeological centre of Akahanga, At the
Rano Raraku quarry where all the existing moais were sculpted, see over 300
Moais in different stages of completion. The more than 300 incomplete statues in
the quarry are remarkable both for their number, for the inaccessibility of some
that were high on the outside crater wall and for the size of the largest; at
21.6 mt (71 ft) in height, almost twice that of any moai ever completed and
weighing an estimated 270 tonnes, many times the weight of any transported.
Some of the incomplete moai seem to have been abandoned after
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Visit Ahu Tongariki, with its 15 restored Moais, the most recent and largest
restoration on the island. |
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Drive to the east cost to Ahu Te Pito Kura. The "navel of the world" |
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At Ahu Ngau Ngau, with its crystal-clear emerald-green
waters, we enjoy a picnic lunch on Anakena Beach. This is also the
place where Thor Heyerdahl restored the first of the Moai. |
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Free for dinner this evening to dine either at the hotel or at one of the
restaurants in the nearby town |
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Images from left to right - Ahu Tongariki, Anakena Beach,
Rano Raraku Quarry |
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DAY 05
TUE 14 FEB
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EASTER ISLAND
Half day excursion to Akivi, site of the seven Moais overlooking the sea.
Legend tells that these statues represent the 7 explorers who were sent to
Rapa Nui by King Hotu Matua. Visit the Caves of Ana Te Pahu, used by the
Rapa Nui natives as living quarters and the Puna Pau quarries, the sole
source of the red scoria stone that was put on the heads of the moai
statues. |
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Afternoon at leisure. |
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Dinner at the hotel tonight. |
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DAY 06
WED 17 FEB
B, D |
EASTER ISLAND
A full day at leisure to relax or to explore the nearby town of Hanga Roa,
the only town on the island, with a population of just over 3,000 inhabitants.
The port of Hanga Roa is an interesting place where photographers come to
immortalize fishermen’s boats and the coloured houses along the coast. |
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Excursions for scuba diving or
horseriding can be arranged (not included in tour price). |
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This evening’s treat will be a
dinner/show to see the folkloric traditional ballet, Kari Kari, the pride of
Easter Island. This spectacular dance is guaranteed to bring out the
Polynesian in you, as the dancers twirl and stomp in their grass skirts to
the sound of traditional instruments. |
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DAY 07
THU 18 FEB
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EASTER ISLAND - SANTIAGO
There will be time for
a leisurely breakfast before transferring to Mataveri Airport to board the
flight back to Santiago. |
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On arrival at Santiago Airport, transfer to the HOTEL RUGENDAS for overnight. |
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DAY 08
FRI 19 FEB
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SANTIAGO - VALPARAISO
Set off after breakfast to visit the Casablanca Valley, home
to the famous vineyards of Chile. Here we visit the Veramonte Winery,
a celebration of generations of winemaking traditions, to take a walk through
the vineyards. After a visit to the cellars, we enjoy a tasting of two reserva
wines and the estate’s award winning Primus wine, accompanied by a cheese. |
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Continue to Valparaiso, Chile’s most important port, constructed on hills
above the bay, surrounded by distant snow-capped peaks and recently declared
a UNESCO World Heritage Site. |
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This picturesque town of winding alleys and colourful
buildings clinging to the steep hillsides will be our lunch stop. |
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Check in at the HOTEL CASA HIGUERAS for the
next two nights. |
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Dinner at the hotel tonight. |
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HOTEL CASA HIGUERAS |
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Situated in the heart of Cerro Alegra, with impressive views of the bay of
Valparaiso, the Hotel Casa Higueras is the first boutique hotel to open in this
port town. The hotel is located in a city zone declared a UNESCO World Heritage
Site, just steps away from the Yugoslavo Walkway and the century old El Peral
funicular. |
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Most of the 20 spacious guestrooms have terraces with views of Valparaiso
Bay, the Cordellera and Concepcion Hills. All rooms have telephone with direct
dial and voicemail, cable TV with LCD screen, DVD player, safe, hairdryer,
minibar and room service. Wi-Fi throughout the hotel. The pool and spa are
situated in the garden with its tiered terraces and trees. |
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The Montealegre Restaurant with its open-air terrace creates the perfect
atmosphere to enjoy outstanding cuisine and views of the port. Buffet
breakfast served in the restaurant or on the terrace. Lunch and dinner a la
carte. |
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www.hotelcasahigueras.cl/en/los-cerros-portenos/ |
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DAY 09
SAT 18 FEB
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VALPARAISO |
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Full day excursion to Viña del Mar, the most visited town in Chile. Like many
other Chilean coastal towns and cities, Viña del Mar consists of two areas: one
of winding streets and houses clinging precariously to the hills, while the
other, lying between the hills and the sea, is built in typical formal colonial
era style. |
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Some of the sights will include the scenic Costanera ocean drive, Cerro
Castillo (Castle Hill) the home of the Presidential summer residence since
1931, the busy and attractive Avenida Peru and a walk in the beautiful
National Botanical Gardens |
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Lunch today will be at a beach side restaurant. |
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We return to Valparaiso for overnight. Free for dinner this evening. |
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DAY 10
SUN 19 FEB
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VALPARAISO - PEURTO MONTT - PUERTO VARAS
 After breakfast, transfer to the airport for the flight to
the Patagonian port city of Puerto Montt, founded by German
immigrants in 1853. We visit the Main Square with its Cathedral, the monument to
the German settlers and the church of the Jesuit with its famous bell tower, a
national monument. A short drive out of the city takes us through beautiful
scenery to picturesque yacht marinas. We return via the colourful fish and craft
market of Angelmo.
Continue through the wild beauty of Chile’s lake district, to Puerto Varas, the
“City of Roses”, on Llanquihue Lake, South America’s third largest lake. We
explore the interesting sights of this city where the influence of the German
settlers can be seen in both architechture and beautiful gardens, before
checking in at the CABAÑA DEL LAGO
HOTEL. Spend three nights here. |
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CABANA DEL LAGO HOTEL |
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Located on the shores of Lake Llanquihue, the Cabaña del Lago Hotel boasts
panoramic views of Puerto Varas and the volcanoes of the region. You will be
warmly welcomed in this family-owned hotel, established in 1980. The 130 fully
equipped rooms are spacious and modern with heating, CTV, Wi-Fi, electronic safe
box, hairdryer, IDD and optional mini-bar. There is also a swimming pool and
sauna. |
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The hotel’s restaurant, the Mirador del Lago, with its superb views, serves
delicious international cuisine. |
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www.cabanasdellago.cl/en/ |
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DAY 11
MON 20 FEB
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PUERTO VARAS
 Depart after breakfast for a visit to the Vicente Perez Rosales National Park. Our
drive takes us along the shores of Lake Llanquihue with beautiful views of the
surrounding volcanoes and through the village of Ensenada. Enjoy a short walk
around the Laguna Verde, known as the Emerald Lake because of its green colour,
surrounded by an ancient forest.
A stop will be made to walk along the Petrohue River and view the falls
cascading over the hard volcanic rocks with superb views of the volcanoes and
great photo opportunities.
Lunch at the Hotel Petrohue. |
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In the afternoon, return to Puerto Varas with a stop at a local handicraft
market. |
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Free for dinner this evening. At night, Puerto
Varas becomes unforgettable. Walking down the waterfront in the moonlight
under the stars is a unique experience. Dozens of excellent restaurants and
pubs serve international and regional cuisine. The local casino, one of the
most beautiful in Chile, invites visitors to try their luck and enjoy the
shows performed there every night. |
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DAY 12
TUE 21 FEB
B, D |
PUERTO VARAS
A full day at leisure to enjoy one of Chile’s most charming villages. |
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Dinner at the hotel this evening. |
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DAY 13
WED 22 FEB
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PUERTO VARAS/PUERTO MUNTT - PUNTA ARENAS - TORRES DEL
PAINE
Today is the start of a new adventure. Return to Puerto
Montt where we take a flight to Punta Arenas. Patagonia is said to be one of
the most beautiful areas on earth and we will have four days to experience
this wonderland from the comfort of PATAGONIA CAMP. |
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Torres del Paine National Park with its spectacular fjords and glaciers, a
World Biosphere Reserve, is just 15 minutes away. Take a kayak out on the
water, stroll to the nearby waterfall, or just wander along wooden walkways
through lenga forest to the Salon lounge and dining room. |
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The 3 night programme is designed so that guests can enjoy all of the
amenities and services together with the natural wonders of Patagonia.
Activities are suitable for persons of any age who are in reasonable
physical shape. Each evening the local guides will offer guests two
different options, considering weather conditions, of excursions for the
following day. Half or full day excursions can be selected. These excursions
will give guests the opportunity of experiencing one of the most pristine
landscapes in the world. |
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PATAGONIA CAMP |
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Patagonia Camp was
the first luxury camp in South America, an original and distinctive concept
where every detail has been carefully thought of so that guests may totally immerse
themselves in the extraordinary natural landscapes of Patagonia without
foregoing luxury and comfort. |
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Each of the 18 beautifully designed rooms (yurts) is privately nestled
amongst beach trees and has a private terrace. Inside, the floors are wooden
and beds are either king size or two singles. All yurts have a view of Lake
Toro and the Paine Massif. One building serves as a restaurant, bar and
lounge. The camp also has a massage room only steps away from the main
building. Wi-Fi available in main building. |
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Patagonia Camp has been designed to have minimum impact on the
environment and to be visually and structurally harmonious with the
landscape of the area. The entire complex is built on wooden stilts and
platforms, including the yurts, communal areas, and walkways that connect
the complex, so that we protect the plants, bushes and trees that have grown
in the area for hundreds of years, and the dozens of species of birds who
watch with curiosity the arrival of our guests |
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meals and activities are included at Patagonia Camp. |
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www.patagoniacamp.com/index_eng.html |
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Guests will be delighted with the cuisine at Patagonia Camp. Chilean chef
Francisco Venegas creates imaginative gourmet delights from local ingredients,
such as king crab empanadas and southern hake with fresh, locally produced
fruits and vegetables. You will not want to miss dining in the “quincho”, where
you can partake of the famous Patagonia barbecue of slow-roasted Magallanic
lamb. He's even found a way to make calafate (it’s a local berry) pisco sours to
match the lagoon. A selection of fine Chilean wines is available. |
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DAY 14 & 15
THU 23 - FRI 24 FEB
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TORRES DEL PAINE
Patagonia Camp Programme. |
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DAY 16
SAT 25 FEB
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TORRES DEL PAINE - PUNTA ARENAS
Transfers to Punta Arenas Airport for your depature flight.
This is the end of our tour.
OR
Transfer to the MV STELLA AUSTRALIS for optional 4 Nights cruise to Ushuaia |
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TOUR PRICE. |
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USD 6,450.00
per person sharing USD 3,270.00 Single Supplement |
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Price based on 20 passengers. A supplement will be payable for lower numbers. |
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Plus cost of flights included in
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Santiago/Easter Island/Santiago USD
775.00 per person |
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Santiago/Puerto Montt USD 516.00
per person |
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TOTAL
COST OF FLIGHTS USD 1,291.00 per person |
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Cost of flights subject to change without notice |
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Included in Price
> Individual airport/hotel arrival transfers on Day1
> 15 Nights accommodation in selected hotels/lodges
> Breakfast daily
> 10 Dinners and 6 Lunches
> Private touring services with English speaking guide
> All tours and sightseeing as per itinerary
> All Entrances
> Services of tour leaders James & Louise Pannell throughout the
tour
> Tips and gratitudes for guides, drivers, proters at hotels and
airports
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Not Included
> International flights
> International departure tax of USD18 (this is actually included in
your air ticket)
Please confirm this with your agent
> Meals not mentioned in Itinerary
> Insurance
> Visa costs (at present not required for Chile but confirm with your
travel agent)
> Items of a personal nature such as drinks, telephone calls, & laundry
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Reciprocity
Tax
As the name implies, Chile charges citizen of countries that charge
Chileans for visa processing. This is a once-off payment for the life of the
passport and is payable after passing through immigration either by cash or
credit card
The amount of the Reciprocity Fee depends on the nationality of the
passport |
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Australia
- USD 61
Canada
- USD 132
United States - USD 140 |
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Citizens of other countries (other
than Mexico and Albania) do not pay the reciprocity fee. |
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Bear in mind that these prices
fluctuate with changes in rates of exchange, so you may end up paying a
little more or a little less. |
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