Puerto Varas & Lake District
Chile's Lake District, in the Southern Central region, has been a magnet for European settlers since the 19th century, giving many of its towns an alpine feel with their wooden architecture and Germanic named local beers. The fertile countryside is punctuated by snow-capped volcanoes and brilliant emerald lakes, ideal for walking, hiking, horse riding and boat trips. The combination of the cool mountain air and the warm summer sunshine makes for a particularly refreshing and relaxing ambiance.
A walk around the town will provide the visitor with a variety locally of produced specialties like hand carved wooden furniture or smoked salmon or trout.
Want to see more of the Lake District? Visit the Argentine side
Specialist Knowledge
Need some help with your trip? Nick Goodchild has travelled extensively across Chile and can help with his knowledge and expertise of the attractions and services available.
Chile13 Nights from £4,769€4,584$5,676
A thin ribbon of land stretching between the Andes and the Pacific. We visit the Atacama desert, the green lakes and mighty volcanoes of the Lake District and the glaciers of…
Chile12 Nights from £3,051€2,609$3,272
Magnificent journey through stunning mountain scenery of majestic volcanoes, lakes and picturesque villages, for you to explore, driving on your own, making stops and detours.…
Chile13 Nights from £6,300€6,345$7,820
Fascinating contrast of the Atacama desert landscapes of salt flats, Tatio geysers and high mountains, with a cruise along the Chilean Fjords with lush forests, hot springs an…
Chile & Argentina & Brazil14 Nights from £3,992€3,691$4,589
Discover the awe-inspiring Iguassu Falls, cosmopolitan cities and Lake District landscapes as you journey across the Andes from Santiago to Rio
We both thoroughly enjoyed our holiday from Veloso Tours, so 2/2 tours excellent to date. As a self-drive, your ground agent did track us down to see if things were going OK.
Our holiday worked well due to the suggestions Nick put in. Our guides were always early so there was no hanging out. Hotels and excursions exceeded expectations. We had the holiday of a lifetime.
Marvel at two of the Lake District's natural wonders, enjoying breathtaking vistas and possible wildlife sightings.
Famed for its colourful stilt houses, wooden churches and unique fishing culture, Chiloé makes for a rewarding day trip.
Combine splendid lake views with Germanic heritage on this trip to Lake Llanquihue and Frutillar.
Enjoy a perfect combination of exploration and relaxation in the verdant woodland and hot springs of Puyehue.
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