Independent Patagonia

Itinerary

Day 1 Arrive Santiago

Arrive on Santiago at any time.

Day 2-4 Puerto Montt

Fly south to Puerto Montt and the beautiful Lake District of Chile, and explore the area for the next few days. Optional activities include day tours to Chiloe Island, the lakeside villages of Frutillar or Petrohue for hiking in the hills surrounding Osorno Volcano.

Day 5-7 Ferry cruise to Puerto Natales (3B,3L,3D)

Cruise south through Patagonia's fjords and channels on board a comfortable ferry, rubbing shoulders with Chilean travellers. The route takes us through one of the most remote and scenic places in the world. Snow peaked mountains, waterways dotted with icebergs, islands and marine wildlife make this voyage much more than a means of getting to Patagonia.

Day 8 Puerto Natales

Arrive in Puerto Natales, the gateway city to Patagonia. Take time to regain your land legs and explore this picturesque town.

Day 9-12 Torres del Paine National Park (3B,3L,3D)

Hiking and camping in this spectacular park is a trip highlight. Rumours of the rough beauty of Patagonia are all true, as you will see breathtaking views of the 'Towers', French Valley and its glaciers, as well as the region's unique wildlife, such as vicuña, rheas, and Patagonian hares. Travel to Punta Arenas in the afternoon on Day 12.

Day 13 Punta Arenas

The capital of Chile's Magallanes region offers some of the finest seafood in the country. Optional boat trip on the Strait of Magallanes to see the penguins that make their homes on the islands off Tierra del Fuego.

Day 14 Depart Santiago

Fly north back to Santiago, where we end the tour at the Santiago Airport.