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About the trip
Enjoy a 5-star trip departing from Santiago to the south of Chile, the home of the Carretera Austral. Relax in a bus with 180 degree reclining seats and enjoy the beautiful change of scenery passing by.
After arriving in Puerto Montt you can take one of the modern ferries from Puerto Montt to Chaitén, go hiking into one of the seventeen parks of Patagonia, or visit the amazing archipelago of Chiloé.
Seats on the bus are equipped with USB ports for charging wireless devices and include satellite TV-enabled screens. You will be able to enjoy a unique view through large picture windows on each side of the cabins, but each with a curtain you can draw when you need some darker ambiance to sleep.
About the Destination
Puerto Montt is the launching pad to Patagonia, but there is plenty to do in and around the city itself. If you are looking for a unique and ultimately tranquil experience in a cool climate, Puerto Montt is perfect for the occasion. It is the home to Chile’s massive fishing industry, and so you will appreciate its fresh seafood and salty folk lining the harbor.
Visit the notable Puerto Montt Historical Museum Juan Pablo II which documents the earthquake of 1987, and the Plaza de Armas and German Monument in the city’s town square. The city’s iconic Angelmó district sits on the harbor where ferries depart to destinations across the bay, but it’s also the place to go for great food and fun bars. Just outside town, you will find Monte Verde where you can go on walking trails to the archaeological dig that discovered the earliest known inhabitants of the Americas, dating back 18,500 years.
When traveling from Santiago to Puerto Montt you will not only have access to the best hot springs in Latin America but also to all those natural parks and reserves that make Patagonia so pristine. Especially popular because it can be done on a simple day is to go hiking in Alerce Andino, where you can see the beautiful Fitzroya trees that are 2,500 to 3,000 years old, or another hike to the Las Chaicas watefalls.
A trip from Santiago to Puerto Montt assures you a unique experience to continue your journey on the Carretera Austral into the heart of Patagonia. If you wish to be part of the select group of visitors you can use this page to reserve your trip now from Santiago all the way to Puerto Montt.