June 13, 2015
Category: Shore Excursions
—Tours appropriate for cruise ship passengers
—Accessible from cruise ship ports
ACTIVITY LEVELS are rated using a scale of 1 through 5, with 1 being the easiest or least physically demanding and 5 being the most difficult or physically demanding.
1 (Easy), 2 (Easy – Med.), 3 (Medium), 4 (Med. – High), 5 (High)
October 5, 2014
Living the Local Experience in Puerto Montt
REGION: North Patagonia ACTIVITY LEVEL: 1 (Easy) SUMMARY: Experience local life by visiting several markets; take time for coffee and conversation with the locals. Enjoy a delicious meal and maybe a boat ride to Tenglo Island, and stop by the crafts market. DURATION: 5-6 hrs.
August 22, 2014
Trek Laguna Sargazo in Alerce National Park
REGION: North Patagonia ACTIVITY LEVEL: 3 (Medium) SUMMARY: Hike the Laguna Sargazo area of Alerce Andino National Park, observing and identifying the local flora and fauna, and enjoying the spectacular views that surround us. Stop by Pt. Montt handicraft markets if time permits. DURATION: 7-8 hours** ** Cruise ship passengers: We return one hour before the last tender. If necessary, we can shorten the excursion. Read full tour description to Book Now
August 19, 2014
Santiago City Tour — Undurraga Winery
REGION: Central Chile ACTIVITY LEVEL: 1 (Easy) SUMMARY: This tour combines the Santiago City Tour and the Viña Undurraga Vineyard & Winery Tour. DURATION: 6-8 hrs.
October 31, 2013
Fly Fishing Maullin River — or other rivers or lakes
REGION: North Patagonia ACTIVITY LEVEL: 1 (Easy) SUMMARY: Fly fishing in Chile is the fastest growing sector in sport fishing. Southern Chile is the destination for trout and salmon fishing! These excursions on Rio Maullin and other rivers and lakes are operated by local full-service outfitters. DURATION: Land travelers: 6-7 hrs; Cruise travelers: 5-6 hrs
June 23, 2013
Concha y Toro — Cousino Macul Wineries
REGION: Central Chile ACTIVITY LEVEL: 1 (Easy) SUMMARY: Tour Cousiño Macul Winery and Concha y Toro Winery and Vineyard, including the extensive grounds. These are two of the oldest and most widely know wineries in Chile. Enjoy tasting a variety of wines at each, while learning about the winemaking process and investigating a local legend. DURATION: 7-8 hrs.
June 23, 2013
Santa Rita Vineyard Tour — Maipo Valley
REGION: Central Chile ACTIVITY LEVEL: 1 (Easy) SUMMARY: Tour Santa Rita vineyard and winery located south of Santiago. It includes a tour through the vineyards and winery and follows the process all the way to bottling. Also includes wine tasting of their aged wines. Visit their attractive wine shop or, by prior arrangement, have lunch in the historical Doña Paula Restaurant. DURATION: 5 hrs.
June 18, 2013
Punta Arenas — Otway Penguin Colony
REGION: South Patagonia ACTIVITY LEVEL: 1 (Easy) SUMMARY: Combo Punta Arenas City Tour and Penguins at Otway Sound Tour. Stops include: the Maggiorino Borgatello Museum, the above-ground cemetery, significant monuments, the Plaza Muñoz Gamero, the Mirador Cerro La Cruz, and tour of the Otway penguin colony 37 miles from Punta Arenas. DURATION: 6—7 hrs.
June 18, 2013
Penguins at Otway Sound
REGION: South Patagonia ACTIVITY LEVEL: 1 (Easy) SUMMARY: Visit Magellanic penguin colony on Otway Sound as they gather to nest and raise their young. Enjoy the commerce, landscape, flora and fauna of the area, also. DURATION: 4 hrs.
June 18, 2013
Punta Arenas — City Tour
REGION: South Patagonia ACTIVITY LEVEL: 1 (Easy) SUMMARY: Visit the Maggiorino Borgatello Museum, the above-ground cemetery, significant monuments, and the Plaza Muñoz Gamero. Enjoy the amazing views from Mirador Cerro La Cruz. DURATION: 4 hrs.
June 18, 2013
Punta Arenas — Rio de los Ciervos Farm
REGION: South Patagonia ACTIVITY LEVEL: 1 (Easy) SUMMARY: Combo city tour and estancia visit. Stops include: the Maggiorino Borgatello Museum, the above-ground cemetery, significant monuments, the Plaza Muñoz Gamero, the amazing views from Mirador Cerro La Cruz, and tour of museum and grounds of estancia, accompanied by a traditional barbeque dinner and show (show only for 15 or more participants). DURATION: 6—7 hrs.
June 14, 2013
Santiago, Viña, Valparaiso or San Antonio —- Embarkation Day
REGION: Central Chile ACTIVITY LEVEL: 1 (Easy) SUMMARY: Before departing from Santiago, visit the historical city center to see the Presidential Palace and other significant sights. Continue to Viña del Mar, passing through the beach resort of Reñaca. In Viña del Mar see the flower clock and other points of interest. Then, visit Valparaiso, with its picturesque hills, before being dropped off at your cruise ship pier or other location. DURATION: 7 hrs.
June 14, 2013
San Antonio, Valparaiso, Viña del Mar, Wine Tasting — Santiago — Disembarkation Day
REGION: Central Chile ACTIVITY LEVEL: 1 (Easy) SUMMARY: From the Valparaiso pier or hotel, we visit the major sights in Valparaiso and Viña del Mar; continue through the picturesque countryside, stopping at a winery in Casablanca Valley for a wine tasting, before arriving in Santiago. See the historic city center and then be dropped off at your hotel or airport. DURATION: 8--10 hrs.
May 16, 2013
Around Llanquihue Lake — Puerto Octay, Frutillar, Llanquihue, and others
REGION: North Patagonia ACTIVITY LEVEL: 1-3 (Easy – Medium, depending on desired level of activity) SUMMARY: Drive around Lake Llanquihue, visiting several picturesque villages and scenic sites, including Laguna Verde, Osorno Volcano, a waterfall, Puerto Octay, Frutillar, Llanquihue, and others. DURATION: 8–10 hrs. Read full tour description to Book Now
January 10, 2013
Penguins in Puñihuil Islets and Ancud — Chiloe Island
REGION: North Patagonia ACTIVITY LEVEL: 2 (Easy – Medium) SUMMARY: From Puerto Montt or Puerto Varas, cross the Chacao Channel by ferry and drive to Puñihuil on Chiloé. Take a small open boat to visit the colony of Magellanic and Humboldt penguins (and other marine life). Visit a few sights in the city of Ancud before returning. DURATION: Full day (8 – 10 hours). Cruise Passenger 6-7 hours.
December 3, 2012
Lahuen Ñadi Nature Reserve and Puerto Montt Markets
REGION: North Patagonia ACTIVITY LEVEL: 1 (Easy) SUMMARY: Walk through Lahuen Ñadi Park, home of some of the world’s oldest trees. Then visit several of Puerto Montt’s markets, observing and interacting with the locals. Enjoy a delicious Curanto with a Té Frío in the Cocinerias. DURATION: 5-7 hrs.
December 3, 2012
Puerto Montt Markets Tour
REGION: North Patagonia ACTIVITY LEVEL: 1 (Easy) SUMMARY: Walk through 3 markets, observing the products and interacting with the people. Also visit the square and cathedral. Opportunity for a traditional lunch (at your own expense). All transportation by private coach. DURATION: 6-8 hrs. Read full tour description to Book Now
December 3, 2012
Osorno Volcano, Petrohue Falls, Todos los Santos Lake — Puerto Varas, Puerto Montt
REGION: North Patagonia ACTIVITY LEVEL: 1-2 (Easy +) SUMMARY: Visit three main areas of Vicente Perez Rosales National Park: Osorno Volcano, Petrohué Waterfall and Todos Los Santos Lake; also visit Puerto Varas and Puerto Montt. DURATION: 6-7 hrs. for cruise ship travelers; 8-10 hrs. for independent travelers. Read full tour description to Book Now
December 3, 2012
Puerto Montt, Puerto Varas, Frutillar
REGION: North Patagonia ACTIVITY LEVEL: 1 (Easy) SUMMARY: Explore the town of Frutillar, with its strong German influence, on the shore of Llanquihue Lake; visit Puerto Varas, also on the lake, with views of Orsono and Calbuco Volcanoes; enjoy the sights of Puerto Montt, including Angelmo Market and Art Village. DURATION: 4-5 hours Read full tour description to Book Now
November 1, 2012
Trek Alerce Andino National Park
REGION: North Patagonia ACTIVITY LEVEL: 3 (Medium) SUMMARY: Hike Alerce Andino National Park, along the Pacific Coast Reloncaví Sound by the Southern Road, through beautiful native forests, to Lake Chaiquenes, and finally, to Laguna Triangle. DURATION: 6-7 hrs. (flexible for cruise travelers) Read full tour description to Book Now
October 15, 2012