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Explore untouched and hidden parts of Chilean Patagonia



What is the attraction of Chile? Join one of Up Close South America’s small, personally escorted group trips that depart  November 2012 next.
You’ll be shown around by a local. Imagine visiting friends in Chile and being taken to the best spots!

 

Up Close Patagonia 15 Day Tour

November – December 2012

Chilean Coast 4 Day Extension

Early December 2012

Guanaco Valle Chacabuco - winding river with llama in foreground
Santiago with mountains in distance
glacier
Caleta Tortel - town on a lake with mountains surrounding
chilean geophysicist in the field mounting a horse

Chilean geophysicist

Cathedral of Marble, perched in Lake General Carrera

Cathedral of Marble, perched in Lake General Carrera

Condor-in-flight-a symbol of Chile

Condor in flight: a symbol of Chile

Valparaiso 7
Valparaiso-1
Valparaiso 6
Valparaiso 12
Valparaiso 15
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Join activities and experiences that are only found when you’re guided by people who know and love the area.
  • Travel by plane, van, boat, foot, horseback or bike
  • Taste delicious Chilean cuisine
  • Try your hand at cooking regional dishes
  • Be welcomed like family
  • Unlock your Spanish with immersion and 24/7 translation
  • Discover the rich history, culture, art and poetry
  • Experience live Chilean music, have fun and make new Chilean friends
  • Spend your relaxation time as you wish
  • Live in the landscape: lakes, mountains, native forest and glaciers.
  • Meet the people who live there.

Your hosts

Hosts Leanne and Juan Luis Toledo
Your tour is hosted by Chilean-Kiwi couple, Leanne and Juan Luis Toledo.  They are passionate about the area and showing what Patagonia has to offer.  They fly with you from New Zealand.

The Toledos share their local connections and knowledge of hidden parts of Patagonia so you’ll see Chile like never before.

Drop in on an open evening where you can walk through the tour, ask questions and meet others who are interested.

Join the fun, practical Spanish classes held before departure.

All tours are booked through the experienced agency House of Travel.
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