Tour Carretera Austral Express – 7 Days / 6 Nights

Code: TUB004

Coyhaique and Puerto Aisen - See map

Duration: 7 days / 6 nights
Number of passengers: The tour operates with a minimum of 9 confirmed passengers.
Services: Subject to confirmation
Excursions: Shared
Laguage : Spanish - English
Star: Balmaceda Airport

Tour Carretera Austral Express – 7 Days / 6 Nights

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Description

An unforgettable journey through the most iconic and pristine landscapes of Chilean Patagonia. Over seven days, we will explore the magic of Coyhaique and its natural surroundings, the magnificent Queulat National Park with its famous Velo de la Novia and La Virgen waterfalls, as well as charming spots like Villa Los Torreones and Bahía Acantilada, known as the southernmost beach in Chile. We’ll also discover the historical and cultural heritage of Puerto Aysén, before being amazed by two natural wonders: the Marble Caves, carved by the waters of Lake General Carrera, and the majestic San Rafael Lagoon, home to the impressive glacier of the same name.

A perfect experience for those seeking nature, culture, and adventure in the heart of Patagonia.

Price includes

Shared transfers

Accommodation in all destinations with breakfast included

All meals

Shared excursions mentioned in the itinerary

Bilingual guide (Spanish and English)

Entrance fees to parks and reserves

Price does not include

Air tickets (international or domestic)

Travel insurance

Tips

Other services not mentiones

Itinerary

Upon arrival at Balmaceda Airport, a comfortable transfer will take you to Coyhaique. Once in the city, you can settle into your accommodation and enjoy a free afternoon to rest and soak up the Patagonian atmosphere.
14:40 Welcome at the airport
16:00 Company presentation and welcome cocktail
18:30 Arrival at accommodation
20:00 Dinner at a local restaurant

Today, we invite our guests to enjoy a half-day tour to discover the cultural and historical richness of Coyhaique, the charming capital of the Aysén Region.
10:00 Breakfast at the accommodation
13:00 Lunch at a local restaurant
14:30 City Tour Coyhaique – We’ll visit the main landmarks such as the Shepherd Monument, Main Square, Río Simpson Viewpoint, and the Mate Monument, all symbols that reflect the city’s identity and spirit.
19:30 Dinner at a local restaurant
20:45 Return to accommodation

We will visit the spectacular Queulat National Park, one of the region’s most iconic protected areas. Covering 154,093 hectares, the park dazzles visitors with its evergreen forests, glaciers, rivers, lagoons, and rich wildlife along its trails.
06:00 Pick-up from accommodation
07:30 Breakfast in Villa Mañihuales
11:00 Entrance to Queulat National Park
11:30 Start of Ventisquero Colgante Trail
14:00 Departure from Queulat National Park
14:30 Lunch in a Puyuhuapi restaurant
15:30 Return to Coyhaique
19:00 Dinner at a local restaurant
20:30 Arrival at accommodation

After the previous day’s excursion, passengers will have a free morning to relax and recharge. In the afternoon, we’ll begin a scenic journey highlighting the region’s abundant waterfalls, lakes, and rivers.
10:00 Pick-up from accommodation
13:00 Lunch at a local restaurant
14:45 Water Route Excursion – Admire waterfalls such as Velo de la Novia and La Virgen, and visit beautiful natural spots like Villa Los Torreones and Bahía Acantilada, Chile’s southernmost beach. We’ll also explore the cultural and national heritage of Puerto Aysén, featuring the historic Presidente Ibáñez Bridge.
20:30 Dinner in a Coyhaique restaurant
21:30 Return to accommodation

This is the region’s most famous tour, a must-see meeting point of cultures. Located on Chile’s largest lake, General Carrera Lake, the Marble Caves reveal the passage of time through rock formations shaped by erosion.
06:00 Pick-up from accommodation
08:00 Coffee break at Cuesta del Diablo viewpoint
11:30 Arrival at Puerto Río Tranquilo
12:00 Navigation to the Marble Caves
14:00 Lunch in Puerto Río Tranquilo
15:30 Free afternoon
19:30 Dinner at a local restaurant
21:00 Overnight in Puerto Río Tranquilo

Passengers will have the chance to explore one of the most breathtaking places on Earth — Laguna San Rafael National Park. We’ll navigate through part of the Northern Ice Field and admire this UNESCO Biosphere Reserve.
06:00 Departure from the agency in Puerto Río Tranquilo, Carretera Austral N°269
08:30 Presentation at Puerto Grosse
08:45 Departure by boat
09:30 Breakfast on board
10:45 Arrival at Laguna San Rafael
12:00 Lunch and return to Puerto Grosse
13:00 Toast with millenary ice
14:30 Arrival at Puerto Grosse and transfer to Puerto Río Tranquilo
17:30 Arrival at Puerto Río Tranquilo with photo stops along the way
19:30 Dinner at a local restaurant
21:00 Overnight in Puerto Río Tranquilo

After an unforgettable journey through Patagonia, we conclude our adventure with the transfer back to the airport.
09:00 Pick-up from accommodation
09:15 Transfer from Puerto Río Tranquilo to Balmaceda Airport
13:00 Estimated arrival at the airport

End of our services.

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