Southern Austral Highway – 8 Days / 7 Nights

Code: PCR001

Coyhaique and Puerto Aisen

Duration: 8 Days / 7 Nights
Group Size: Minimum 10 passengers
Starting Point: Santiago Airport
Excursions: Shared
Language: Spanish
Departures: October 9; November 21; December 3 & 12, 2026; January 11 & 22; February 1, 10 & 20; March 1, 2027

Southern Austral Highway – 8 Days / 7 Nights

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Description

The Southern Austral Highway offers a unique journey through the most pristine and untamed landscapes of Chilean Patagonia. This itinerary follows a legendary route where nature reveals itself through mighty rivers, towering mountains, ancient forests, and scenic roads of unparalleled beauty. Along the way, you will visit breathtaking natural wonders such as the Marble Chapels and Marble Caves, the majestic Exploradores Valley, and the unforgettable Caleta Tortel, a unique village built entirely on wooden walkways. Following the footsteps of the early settlers of the Baker River, the journey also includes iconic destinations such as Cochrane, Patagonia National Park, Chile Chico, and Coyhaique. An adventure designed for travelers seeking authentic connections, rich history, and the purest essence of southern Chile.

Price includes

Round-trip airfare Santiago – Balmaceda – Santiago with SKY Airlines (confirmed seats).

Airport taxes

Destination transfers for the Southern Austral Highway itinerary.

Expert driver/tour guide accompanying the journey.

02 nights at Hotel Bacaris, Puerto Tranquilo, or similar.

02 nights at Hotel Wellmann, Cochrane, or similar.

01 night at Hostería La Posada del Río, Chile Chico, or similar.

02 nights at Hotel Diego de Almagro, Coyhaique, or similar.

Half board: Breakfasts, lunches, or dinners according to the itinerary (beverages not included).

Boat navigation to the Marble Chapels and Marble Caves.

Visit to Exploradores Valley up to the Lake Bayo area.

Guided visit to the Baker and Neff River confluence.

Guided visit of Caleta Tortel and its wooden walkways.

Visit to Patagonia National Park.

Tour of Chile Chico.

Coyhaique City Tour.

Hotel taxes.

Price does not include

Early check-in and late check-out.

Meals not specified in the itinerary.

Beverages during included lunches or dinners.

Optional excursions and activities not mentioned as included in the program.

Transfers not indicated in the itinerary or on days other than the program’s arrival or departure dates.

Surcharge for transfers provided during nighttime hours.

Entrance fees not mentioned as included in the itinerary.

Tips during the trip (guide, hotel staff, porters, restaurants, drivers, etc.).

Laundry, telephone calls, spa services.

Any extra service or expense not specifically indicated as included in the itinerary.

Excess baggage charges.

Child (CHD) rate applies when the child shares a bed with their parents.
Requests for either one double bed or twin beds are subject to availability and cannot be guaranteed.
Check-in is from 3:00 PM and check-out is at 12:00 PM. These times may vary according to each hotel's policies.
Accommodation, itineraries, transfers, and excursions may be modified due to weather conditions or force majeure.
Passenger Responsibility: Each passenger is responsible for ensuring that all required travel documents are valid and up to date, including a valid ID card or passport for every traveler, even minors traveling with their family.
Transfers and/or excursions are provided on a shared (regular) service basis.
The transfer service includes one checked bag of up to 23 kg per person. Additional luggage is subject to a surcharge; please inquire for details.
Rates are subject to fuel surcharge increases.
Airline tickets are non-changeable and remain subject to any schedule or operational changes made by the airline.
The airfare includes one checked bag of up to 23 kg.

FLIGHTS:

AIRLINE

DATE

ROUTE

FLIGHT

DEP

ARR

SKY

Oct 09, 2026

Nov 21, 2026

Jan11, 2027

Jan 22, 2027

Feb 01, 2027

Feb 10, 2027

Mar01, 2027

Santiago / Balmaceda

H2 1621

09:00

12:40 PM

SKY

Oct 16, 2026

Nov 28, 2026

Jan 18, 2027

Jan 29, 2027

Feb 08, 2027

Feb17, 2027

Mar 08, 2027

Balmaceda / Santiago

H2 1622

1:35 PM

5:14 PM

Flight schedule is subject to change by the airline.

AIRLINE

DATE

ROUTE

FLIGHT

DEP

ARR

SKY

Dec 03, 2026

Dec 12,, 2026

Feb 20, 2027

Santiago / Balmaceda

H2 1623

09:00

12:40 PM

SKY

Dec 10, 2026

Dec 19, 2026

Feb 27, 2027

Balmaceda / Santiago

H2 1624

1:35 PM

5:14 PM

Flight schedule is subject to change by the airline.

Itinerary

Departure from Santiago Airport to board a flight to Balmaceda. (It is recommended to arrive at the airport at least 3 hours before the scheduled departure time). Upon arrival in Balmaceda, the transfer south towards Puerto Tranquilo will begin. The route takes you along the southern section of the magnificent Austral Highway, covering 182 km, which corresponds to approximately 4 hours of travel, passing through breathtaking landscapes of high mountains, lakes, and lagoons. Highlights include Cerro Castillo and the village of the same name. Then, continuing along gravel roads, the route leads to Puerto Tranquilo, where each landscape welcomes you with the iconic postcards of the Aysén region. Be sure to capture as many photographs as possible. Arrival in Puerto Tranquilo. Accommodation. (Half board).

Breakfast. Excursion along the Exploradores Valley Route, connecting the Austral Highway with Exploradores Bay, departing from Puerto Tranquilo. The beauty of this route lies in the extraordinary diversity of landscapes found along the way. Within a few kilometers, it is possible to observe evergreen and deciduous Patagonian forests, lakes and lagoons, rivers and glaciers, vast mountains, and small valleys. Amid this stunning scenery, on the shores of Lake Bayo, enjoy local flavors from the Aysén region. Half board (breakfast – picnic lunch) and accommodation.
Optional: San Rafael Lagoon via Exploradores Bay. Check price with your travel agent.

Breakfast. Boat excursion on General Carrera Lake to visit the Marble Chapels, Marble Cathedral, and Marble Caves Nature Sanctuary. We will follow the route along the magnificent Baker River and Patagonia National Park, witnessing its origin in Puerto Bertrand. Continue enjoying the Austral Highway scenery until reaching Cochrane. Accommodation. (Half board).

Breakfast. Departure towards Caleta Tortel, covering 128 km of gravel road, approximately 3 hours. The journey is a wonderful encounter between the guide’s stories, the geography, and the vegetation characteristic of southern Chile. Caleta Tortel is a unique village in the world, with no streets or sidewalks; its wooden walkways and stairs made from Guaitecas cypress wood lead visitors through every corner of this special place. Leisurely walk through the village and return to Cochrane. Accommodation. (Half board).

Breakfast. Departure from Cochrane towards Chile Chico. Visit Patagonia National Park, where we will walk along trails surrounded by immense valleys shaped by the Chacabuco River. This natural corridor has been traveled since ancestral times by nomadic peoples and is home to great biodiversity. A visit to the park museum is highly recommended to better understand our relationship with the land and its impact. Continue the journey along General Carrera Lake, visiting Puerto Guadal, the “Pearl of the Lake.” Upon arrival in Chile Chico, explore its streets and the Wind Viewpoint. Accommodation. (Half board).

Breakfast. Departure from Chile Chico towards Puerto Ingeniero Ibáñez, crossing General Carrera Lake by ferry towards Coyhaique, with stops along the route for photographs and a visit to the town of Puerto Ibáñez. Arrival at the hotel in Coyhaique, check-in, and accommodation. (Half board).

Breakfast. Historical and heritage city tour visiting the Simpson River viewpoint, Piedra del Indio, Plaza del Pionero, Shepherd Monument, and the Regional Museum. Lunch. Free afternoon for shopping. Accommodation. (Half board).
(The itinerary is subject to modifications due to weather conditions or force majeure.)

Faq

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