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4-Day Pucón Small Group Tour from Temuco: Mapuche Land

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Product Code: 409498

OVERVIEW

Highlights

    • Explore Pucón, a beautiful city located 106 km to the East, on the shores of Lake Villarrica
    • Different hotel categories available
    • Breakfasts included
Tour Code
409498
Duration
4 day
Departure City
Temuco
End City
Temuco
Language
Spanish

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Group Size: Small group tour

Take an intimate and semi-private trip with a small group

Itinerary

Day 01
Temuco

Temuco - Pucón

Hotel: Cumbres Del Sur Hotel (3*) or similar

Meal: B:Excluded L:Excluded D:Excluded

Reception at the Temuco airport and transfer to Pucón, a beautiful city located 106 km to the East, on the shores of Lake Villarrica. Arrival at the hotel.

In the afternoon, excursion Between Rivers and valleys: Departure along the international road to the Palguin sector to visit the most impressive waterfalls in the area: "Palguin", "La China, "El León" and all of them located in the area bordering the Villarrica National Park is one of the most beautiful in the area. We continue towards Los Ojos and Lake Caburgua, a lake of totally volcanic origin, walking through the falls with a magnificent view of the blue lagoon. Return to Pucón along a path that borders the Liucura River, with a beautiful view of the Quetrupillán, Villarrica and Lanin volcanoes. Finally, we will arrive at the "La Pasarela de Quelhue" sector, a suspension bridge that crosses the Trancura River to reach the city of Pucón.

Return to the hotel and accommodation.

Meal

  • B:Excluded
  • L:Excluded
  • D:Excluded
Day 02
Pucon

Pucón

Hotel: Cumbres Del Sur Hotel (3*) or similar

Meal: B:Included L:Excluded D:Excluded

Breakfast at the hotel.

In the morning, excursion to the Volcanic Caves + Pucon:

The path to the volcanic caves of the Villarrica Volcano begins. Interesting visit that will give you a glimpse of Volcanology and geomorphology of the place. We will visit a Lavic Tunnel located 200 m deep and 650 m long, made up of one of the innumerable eruptions over time that occurred in the Villarrica volcano. At the site we will see the House of Volcanoes, where a photographic sequence of the six most emblematic eruptions is displayed and where there are also seismographs and other instruments that allow volcanic activity to be detected. Continuation to the tourist center of Pucon, to get to know this beautiful city, its crafts and its typical wooden flowers, its pier, the pond, the Plaza de Armas, and its main avenues with its beautiful restaurants with excellent cuisine.

In the afternoon, excursion to the base of the Villarrica volcano and ski center:

The Villarrica National Park is a spectacular example of the mountain landscape, with a great variety of native forest, lava valleys, lakes and lagoons, a diversity of native fauna and a topography typical of the Andes Mountain range. Within the park there are 3 volcanoes: Villarrica with 2,847 m a.s.l., Quetrupillan with 2,360 m a.s.l. and Lanin with 3,746 m a.s.l., volcanoes that offer us the possibility of climbing. Departure to one of the entrances of the park until you reach the base of the Villarrica volcano, from there you will be able to admire the lakes and volcanoes that surround the park and after a walk along a lava path the vehicle will take you to a cafeteria at the ski center. where you can tour part of this beautiful place.

Return to the hotel and accommodation.

Meal

  • B:Included
  • L:Excluded
  • D:Excluded
Day 03
Pucon

Pucón

Hotel: Cumbres Del Sur Hotel (3*) or similar

Meal: B:Included L:Excluded D:Excluded

Breakfast at the hotel.

Free day to enjoy the lake or to take an optional excursion.

【Half Day Canopy】

This entertaining activity takes place on a circuit that is located 10 km from Pucón, on the way to Caburgua, Metreñehue sector. The circuit lasts 1 ½ hours. It takes place on an island formed by the Trancura River, among oaks, coihues, ulmos and copihues. The circuit includes 2,000 meters of steel cable, designed and imported especially for this sport, as well as all the technical elements used for this activity. It runs on 11 lines from 40 to 240 meters long with maximum heights of up to 25 meters, and can reach speeds between 20 to 45 km/h. On each of the platforms the passenger is properly secured and every time he transfers from platform to platform in the tree, a safety rope is carried. This entertaining activity is carried out at three different times to choose from and can be carried out with sun, rain or snow, which further increases the possibility of guaranteed fun. Before starting the launch, passengers receive a complete safety instruction and are given all the necessary safety equipment such as safety helmets, harnesses, carabiners, and high-quality double ropes. Expert guides will accompany you in living an unforgettable experience in a completely natural environment. After the activity is over, return to Pucón.

【Half Day Rafting Trancura River (SIB): Low: level III - High: level IV】

Departure from the hotel in Pucón, we will move to the famous Trancura River, 15 minutes from the city center, to begin an unmissable adventure, Rafting. The attraction of this adrenaline activity is guaranteed because there will be a safe river raft descent with grade 3 and 4 difficulty, but it is directed by specialized guides and a safety boat that accompanies us throughout the journey that lasts approximately between one hour and one hour and a half. The use of special water suits, certified and complete safety equipment strongly eliminates the possibility of risk of this sporting practice. We will navigate between the well-known rapids of the Trancura River, and we will learn about river navigation and get instructed in advance to have a pleasant and safe outing knowing the level of difficulty to which we will approach and to which we can perform.

Half Day Huife Hotsprings (or Pucon Indomito or similar)】

Departure from the hotel to head towards one of the best-known thermal centers in the region, where you will have the opportunity to enjoy the hot springs, rich in minerals that come from the Pacific cordon of fire, the Huife hot springs, located more or less 33 meters away. Km., from Pucón, located on the side of the Liucura River and surrounded by beautiful vegetation. The temperature of its waters fluctuates between 38 and 58 degrees Celsius, with two outdoor pools, plus hydromassages, and semi-covered pools. It has a cozy restaurant with international cuisine and a cafeteria. Return to your hotel.

【Half Day Ethnic Route (Mapuches) in Curarrehue (or Quelhue) with degustation】

Departure from the Hotel to take the international route to Argentina for the town of Curarrehue, 35 km away, from Pucón, which has the particular significance of having a Mapuche population of around 70% of the lacustric Araucanía. In this particular town, we will visit the intercultural Mapuche village Trawupeyüm where there is an important thematic sample of the special Mapuche worldview. The Village Museum has various photographic information, samples of Mapuche jewelry made of Silver and an exhibition of a variety of typical instruments and types of clothing from this Chilean ethnic group. Visitors will also receive a guided explanation of the culture and customs of the brave Mapuche people. Next, we will go to a Mapuche community where we will share with a originary family to have a tasting of their typical meals, composed of vegetables, catutos, sopaipillas, Chilean pebre and Mudai. We will also learn about their customs, music and particular worldview of the warrior and agricultural people with more than 12,000 years old. At the end of this entertaining cultural activity, we will return to the town of Pucón.

【Half Day Antilco Horse ride (or Huepil Malal)】

Departure at the agreed time for a great horseback ride through the landscapes that surround Pucón and that have charm wherever the passenger looks. We will begin a charming excursion to be moved by the beauty of the surroundings. Passengers will go out to the Huepil or Antilco sector, 27 kilometers from Pucón, along a beautiful country road typical of Southern Chile to the equestrian center. There, an expert rider with many years of experience training riders and beasts will accompany us on this incredible adventure. It is not necessary to be a skilled rider, it is enough to trust the guide and the animal, who knows very well the winter trails or summer places in the region. After getting all the necessary equipment, we will be able to begin the visual adventure of riding through breathtaking landscapes in the middle of the Araucanía volcanic mountain range. From there you can see the classic Pehuenche landscapes, which are moving with a superb mountain range, gentle hills covered by crops, volcanic craters, and dense forests, under a perfect sky when the sun does its thing. Along the way, the picture is completed with tree branches, fallen trunks, small red rosehip fruits, among others. To finish the ride in the best way, our guide and rider has the healthy habit of pamper the riders with a splendid combination of Chilean red wine and Spanish chorizo ​​to talk about life and horses. The ride lasts two and a half to three hours. At the end of this great adventure, we return to the hotel in Pucón.

Duration: 4 to 5 hours

Available: All year round

Includes: specialty guide at equestrian center, snack, and insurance

Restrictions: activity subject to weather conditions and physical condition of the passengers

【Full Day Villarrica Volcano Climb (SIB)】

We left our hotel very early in the morning and began the trip to the Villarrica Volcano or Ruca Pillan, which in the original Mapuche language means House of the Devil. This active volcano is one of the most important and imposing in the region of La Araucanía. Its altitude amounts to 2,847 meters. It is one of the most active volcanoes on the South American continent. The view from its summit is impressive since you can see the lakes Villarrica, Calafquén, Huelipilum, Pellaifa and Caburgua and volcanoes such as the Lanín Volcano, Lonquimay Volcano, Quetrupillán Volcano, Choshuenco and Llaima Volcano. Safety is also a very relevant issue in this great excursion since it is carried out only by expert guides and complete equipment. The excursion takes more or less 9 hours since the ascent to the summit is carried out very gently and is not an activity for experts but for visitors who have minimal physical capabilities and want to comment on the experience of having visited the summit of one of the most important active volcanoes in the world. After this great excursion return to the City of Pucón.

Duration: 8 hours

Available: All year round

【Full Day Huerquehue National Park Trekking with box lunch】

Leaving from the hotel heading east, 33 km from Pucón, is the 12,500-hectare Huerquehue National Park. It is characterized by being a mountainous area with medium slopes and impressive beauty where we will find ravines, hills, Araucaria forests, Lenga among others. Very special fauna such as Darwin's frog, the culpeo fox and the Chilean Condor in the highest parts. Huerquehue is characterized by its network of trails that have made it one of the favorite parks for nature and trekking lovers. It has countless trailsand has an environment mostly located in the Andean-Patagonian Forest Region and within the Araucanía Mountain Range. The largest volume watercourses in the park are: the Renahue Blanco River, Quinchol. In addition, there are several minor slopes, of permanent cause. The presence of 20 lagoons stands out, with the majority having a surface area of ​​less than 7.5 ha, the most important being: lakes Toro (27.5 ha) and Verde (32.5 ha) and the lagoons: Chica, Los Patos, Huerquehue, Escondida, Seca, Clara, the Great Bustards, Angelina, the Condors, among others. Such courses and bodies of water belong to the Toltén River Hydrographic Basin. The Araucaria is a common species in Huerquehue Park, which has great ethnobotanical importance. The distribution territory of this species coincides with the distribution of the Pehuenche people, who have historically used the pine nut (Araucaria seed) as a food source. In Huerquehue, some vestiges have been found, such as ceramic remains, rocky eaves for protection, which indicates that there was sometimes some degree of human occupation there.

【Full Day Geometric Hotsprings - Coñaripe】

Departure from your hotel, heading to the geometric hot springs 86 km away, passing through Licanray, and the town of Coñaripe, located on the shores of Lake Calafquén. The Geometric hot springs are located within the majesty and beauty of the Villarrica National Park, they form a new and original thermal option in Chile, which are located next to the Aihúe estuary and are characterized by their abundance of hot springs, around 60, which gush in the Aihúe ravine at a temperature of 80ºC. This thermal center has 16 thermal pools, separated from each other and with water temperatures that vary between 35º C and 42º C and 4 cold water pools.

Overnight.

Meal

  • B:Included
  • L:Excluded
  • D:Excluded
Day 04
Pucon

Pucón - Temuco

Meal: B:Included L:Excluded D:Excluded

Breakfast at the hotel.

At the agreed time, transfer to the Temuco airport (the trips take 1:30hrs app).

Meal

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  • L:Excluded
  • D:Excluded
Please note that order of day-to-day itinerary is adjustable depending on tour start day.

WHAT'S INCLUDED

Package Includes

    • 3-night accommodations with breakfast
    • Transfers airport/hotel/airport in private service with English speaking guide
    • Transfers and excursions in collective service (SIB) with driver-guide in Spanish, except the excursion to the Volcanic Caves, which operates only with a Spanish driver and inside the cave, witch local guide
    • Entrance fee to parks and museums

Package Excludes

    • Early check-in and late check-out
    • Extra services, meals or drinks not indicated in the program
    • Tips to porters at airports and hotels
    • Air tickets and airport taxes
    • Personal insurance
    • Tax in lodging. All foreigners not resident in Child are tax exempt. Only in case of no-show, the hotels will charge the room rate + VAT (19%)

Cancellation Policy

Please Note:
To cancel without penalty fee:
* Hotels: 9 days prior arrival, no charge, except:
- Malalhue: 5 days prior arrival
- Casa Solaria & Antumalal: Non refundable
* Land services: 5 days prior arrival.
* For special dates, you will be informed at the time of confirmation.
* You must be informed before the deadline indicated above (working days) in order to avoid the late cancellation fee.

Special Notes

    • During Christmas and New Year (December 25 and January 1), land services do not operate on December 24 and 31, they operate only until 13:00 hrs.
    • Rates are subject to confirmation during long weekends (Easter, National Holidays, Christmas and New Year’s Eve or others).
    • Itinerary could be changed according to flight schedules, climate conditions, or in order to provide a better service.
    • All excursions and/or navigations are subject to weather conditions.
    • We act only as intermediaries of the companies whose products extend the services. We do not assume any responsibility for train, bus, ship or any transportation service, and the hotels used by passengers; we are also not responsible for any act, mistake or omission, or for any damages caused by vehicles or people related to the suppliers. Additional expenses, if any, will be on passenger account.
    • We adhere to what is established in the Chilean Standard (NCh3067:2013), regarding the prevention of human beings exploitation, in any form, especially sexual, and in particular when it may affect children. Therefore, we do not work with companies that offer products related to the above, and we ask you inform us if any of this happens during the trip.
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  • Depending on your arrival time, your hotel room may not be available until the afternoon. Most hotels allow check-in between 1:00pm-3:00pm, however some charge a fee for early check-in. Please check at the hotel desk to see if you may store your luggage at the hotel if you wish to explore the city on your own before check-in.
  • The time we mentioned in the itinerary is for reference only. Please refer to your guide on tour for the actual arrangement. The visiting order and duration might be changed according to actual and practical situation for better service.
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* Children enjoy the same price as adults as the 3rd person in one room.
* Maximum room capacity: 3 people including adult and child/infant.

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