Cycling the Lake District of Chile & Argentina

Day 1  Puerto Varas, Chile      
Arrive in Puerto Varas with free time to explore the town.  

Day 2  Puertoo Varas to Frutillar        
Cycle around picturesque Lago Llanquihue to the pretty lakeside village of Frutillar.  

Day 3  Puerto Varas to Petrohue        
Continue along the shoreline of Lago Llanquihue before passing waterfalls. This afternoon, board a private catamaran ferry to cross the lake.  

Day 4  Perohue to Puerto Blest        
Cross the Argentinian border by bike before a short ferry ride on Lago Frias.

Day 5  Puerto Blest to Bariloche, Argentina       
Board a catamaran to Puerto Panuelo. Take a scenic cycle to Bariloche with stunning views across the Lake District.

Day 6  Bariloche        
Enjoy a free day in Bariloche, with the option to spend your time rafting or independently trekking up Mount Campanario.

Day 7  Bariloche to Villa Traful      
Cycle the spectacular 'Camino de los Siete Lagos' to Villa Traful.  

Day 8  Villa Traful to San Martin de los Andes     
We begin the day with a transfer (approximately 50 minutes) to our starting point for our second day cycling along the “Seven Lakes Route” (Camino de los Siete Lagos). This is a scenic route that winds northwards past lakes and forests, connecting the alpine towns of Villa La Angostura and San Martin de los Andes. Depending upon the exact start point, today involves us riding around 39.1mi (63km) through spectacular and rewarding landscapes. We will break up the ride with a lunch stop and should therefore arrive in San Martin de los Andes in the afternoon. Entering the picturesque small town involves a wonderful approach along the shore of Lago Lacar.  

Day 9  San Martin de los Andes to Villa Pehuenia  
After breakfast, we take a transfer (approximately two hours) to Rahue village. From here, we will start cycling alongside the Alumine River on what is known as La Ruta del Pehuen, named for the monkey puzzle forests in the area. We also pass many Mapuche houses and farms. After today’s ride we transfer to the small village of Villa Pehuenia. The next two nights are spent in the beautiful Posada La Escondida, by the shores of Alumine Lake.  

Day 10  Villa Pehuenia        
Enjoy a free day in Villa Pehuenia to do some organised activities or relax.  

Day 11  Villa Pehuenia to Conquillio NP, Chile     
Today's cycling is within Conguillio National Park. Soak up the breathtaking view as you stay at base of Llaima Volcano.

Day 12  Conquillio NP        
Explore more of the national park and take a visit to the parks interpretation centre.

Day 13  Conquillio NP to Temuco        
After breakfast Our adventure ends with a transfer from Conguillio National Park to Temuco airport.