ANDEAN LAKES REGION & CHILOÉ Self Driving Tour

San Carlos de Bariloche (Argentina)

Founded in 1895 on the banks of Nahuel Huapi Lake, Bariloche offers all the infrastructure and services for hiking and skiing in the nearby mountains and exploring the surrounding lakes.

Nahuel Huapi Lake (Argentina)

Lake of glacial origin, 550 km², 700 meters above sea level. It is shared by the Argentine provinces of Río Negro and Neuquén and is bordered by the Nahuel Huapi National Park.

Summary

ANDEAN LAKES REGION & CHILOÉ 9 days, 8 nights

San Carlos de Bariloche ↠ San Martin de los Andes ↠ Pucón (2 nights)

↠ Puyehue ↠ Castro ↠ Puyehue ↠ San Carlos de Bariloche

Forget the stress of everyday life, take a little break to spend a few days in fabulous landscapes !

Undoubtedly some of the most beautiful lakes, forests and volcanoes ever seen on Earth...

The Lakes Region is extremely rich in volcanoes, lakes, rivers, evergreen forests, endemic flora and fauna, natural parks with unexplored areas.

The self driving tour combines the discovery in adventure mode of these magnificent landscapes of predominant nature with the visit of famous resorts and small typical towns, and the accommodation in comfortable hotels and lodges.

And Chiloé Island is a world apart in Chile, with some of the highest rainfall on the planet, but its bucolic landscapes, its peaceful and country lifestyle, its magnificent churches, its houses on stilts of the capital Castro will remain engraved in your memory of traveler to the end of the world...

HIGHLIGHTS

* Discover San Carlos de Bariloche, the most famous ski resort in South America, and Pucón, the most charming resort in Chile (2 nights in each)

* Drive along beautiful lakes and volcanos inside National Parks and Reserves, and observe the specific fauna and flora

* Hike to the top of Villarica Volcano (alt 2.874m) for an unforgettable experience

* Enjoy the good food and comfortable hotels and lodges, in nice and famous resorts or in the middle of the nature

* On the magic Chiloé Island, taste the curanto (the renowned local mix of meat, potato and seafood stew) and sleep in accommodation on stilts….

Route Map

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Arrival in Bariloche A

Bariloche - San Martin de los Andes B (200 km)

San Martin de los Andes - Pucón C (185 km)

Tour around Pucón (250 km)

Pucón - Puyehue D (330 km)

Puyehue - Castro E (320 km)

Castro - Puyehue D (390 km)

Puyehue - Bariloche A (170 km)

GUIDE-COORDINATOR IN YOUR RENTAL CAR : Yes or No ?

* The guide-coordinator is permanently at your disposition.

* He/she speaks several languages, including necessarily English and the language of the country, this can be very helpful if you do not master it enough.
* He/she knows the route and stops at the best points of view.

* If necessary, he/she activates external services (insurance, mechanical repair, rescue,...).
* He/she takes care of check-in and check-out in hotels, restaurant orders, tourist sites entrance fees,...

* In the event of a puncture or a simple problem on the vehicle, he/she is the first to roll up his/her sleeves !
* Last but not least... He/she tells you about the country, the regions crossed, or even the places visited (when there is no local professional guide).

GUIDE-COORDINATOR IN AN ASSISTANCE VEHICLE : Yes or No ?

* The guide-coordinator is in the assistance vehicle, bringing all the advantages mentioned above.

* The assistance vehicle opens the convoy and carries the first aid kit, any excess luggage,... and basic accessories (rope...) in case your car gets stuck in sand or mud.

* In the event of a breakdown or incident on your vehicle, the assistance vehicle can go in search of help or take all or part of the occupants of your vehicle to the next town or stage.

BUT... If you prefer adventure in a small closed group (not alone) and you speak the language of the country, you can do without a guide and assistance vehicle. You will have maps and GPS in the car, the same advanced logistics (vehicle rental, hotels,...), and a 24-hour hotline to resolve any unforeseen event.

Accomodation

Comfortable single, double, twin or triple suites or apartments with breakfast included and personalized customer service

Charming Hotels, Spas and Resorts in quiet and lovely areas, preferably surrounded by nature

Local History & Culture

History & Culture

Large natural lakes with peaceful and transparent waters, surrounded by green hills and preserved forests, dominated by the most majestic volcanoes of the Andes (some of which are still active) with perfect symmetries and snow-capped, lined with typical villages or internationally renowned resorts,... this is the region of lakes and volcanoes : exceptionally beautiful and varied, tremendously relaxing.

The island of Chiloé is not outdone, with its landscapes, its art of living and its architecture inherited from a distant past.

Straddling Argentina and Chile, the region of lakes and volcanoes is located at the northern end of Patagonia.

Our loop self driving tour crosses 2 Argentine provinces and 3 Chilean regions :

Rio Negro province : The most famous place of the 4th largest province of Argentine, created in 1955, is San Carlos de Bariloche, for its ski resorts and superb hiking in the nice mountains all around, as well as for its hotels, restaurants and luxury shops. We will spend the first and last day of our trip in San Carlos de Bariloche, at the edge of the beautiful Lake Nahuel Huapi, in the border between the provinces of Rio Negro and Neuquén.

Local Gastronomy

While enjoying fantastic landscapes, we can also feast on delicious local gastronomy !

Lamb, trout and smoked cuts (Argentina)

Refined gastronomy is an Argentinian passion, and this region offers the best products. Famous for their flavor and quality, they are the ideal complement for a journey full of emotions.

Chocolate (Bariloche, Argentina)

In the national chocolate capital, you can visit a dedicated museum and many confectionery producing locally. A must !

Dulce de leche (Argentina)

The Argentinian dulce de leche is one of the most famous in the world, both for its quality and for its taste. Chimbote is a premium brand, among the oldest and most traditional.

Alfajores (Argentina)

This filled cookie, most often with the national dulce de leche, is irresistible for the lovers of fine pastries ! This Argentinian specialty has its own exhibition space at the La Ciudad Museum in Buenos Aires, which shows its importance...

Prices & Conditions

Prices 01 Sept. 2022 - 30 June 2023

If you are interested in this trip, contact us directly, we will be happy to answer all your questions !

PRICE PER PERSON (With accommodation in double/twin suite)

1 person in the rental vehicle (Single suite included)

2 persons in the rental vehicle

3 persons in the rental vehicle

4 persons in the rental vehicle

Supplement for Single suite

PRICE FOR THE GROUP (Optional)

Guide-coordinator in the rental vehicle

Guide-coordinator in Assistance Vehicle

$ 5.685

$ 2.945

$ 2.280

$ 1.950

$ 757

$ 2.701

$ 4.769

* Fixed prices established in $ (USD)

** Payment by credit card up to 4 monthly payments (via Paypal), OR up to 6 monthly payments for Brazilian accounts (amount converted into BRL (R$) to finalize your purchase)

*** Discount 5% for immediate payment by bank transfer directly to our account

The invoice for your purchase will be sent to you instantly by e-mail.

Included

All activities in the program
Accomodation with breakfast
Rental vehicle
Ferry to/from Chiloe Island
Radio/GPS
Sites entrance fees in the program
Travel File, organization, coordination
Permanent guide-coordinator in rental or assistance vehicle (if you choose these options)

Not Included

Flight ticket to/from BRC airport
Drinks, lunches and dinners
Rental vehicle expenses (fuel, tolls, parkings)
Border crossing fees
Optional outdoor activities
Local taxis & Personal expenses
Private Travel insurance

CANCELLATION POLICY

Rescheduling or Cancellation by Customer

Rescheduling (according to availability) :

- Free of charge up to 45 days before the start of your package

- With 25% increase less than 45 days before the start of your package

Cancellation :

- Refund of 50% up to 45 days before the start of your package

- No refund less than 45 days before the start of your package

Rescheduling or Cancellation by Dream Sports Adventure

Dream Sports Adventure reserves the right to cancel the package in case of insufficient registration, force majeure or any other valid reason, and in such circumstances will propose to reschedule according to availabilities or to fully refund the packages already purchased, without however giving entitlement to compensation.