Join us in an adventurous group tour of Chile and Argentina by motorcycle. Discover the wild of these two countries located in the midst of some of the most stunning scenery and alluring motorcycling destinations in the world: smoking, snow covered volcanoes, lush coastal rainforests, crystal clear lakes, thick forests and the seemingly endless Argentinean Pampas are just a few of highlights. Destinations include the busy Chilean lake resort of Pucón, the world famous South American resort of Bariloche, and "Butch Cassiday and the Sundance Kid" territory at Esquel. The trip includes a picturesque, relaxed ferry crossing from Chaitén to Puerto Montt before returning to Osorno. Start dates: Feb 19, 2011 and Feb 18, 2012.

Osorno sits in sight of Volcán Osorno, an active but minor volcano. The city's most prominent geographical feature is the Rahue River that runs north-south through its center. A smaller stream breaks off as well, running east before turning south and giving the city some natural boundaries. Located near the river front on the east side is the city's heart, the Plaza de Armas, a large, one-block park with fountains, benches, and tree-lined avenues. On the park's east side is La Catedral of Saint Matthew, one of the city's major landmarks, notable for its modern architecture. The cathedral serves as mother church of the Catholic Diocese of Osorno. Along the south side is Juan Mackenna Avenue, the city's major city centre street. Other points of interest are the main campus of the Universidad de Los Lagos and the Osorno Rodeo Stadium. The recently opened casino Plaza Sol de los Lagos is a new popular attraction for tourists and locals alike.

Upon arrival you will be met by our local representative who will help you locate your vehicle.

Welcome to Chile! We will pick you up at the small airport of Osorno and bring you to our Five Star base hotel. The hotel is within walking distance from the city center. We'll turn over the motorcycles to you and will have a kickoff meeting to introduce you to the coming Adventure. We'll kick off things with a welcome dinner in the evening.

The Sonesta Hotel is located near downtown Osorno and overlooks the Rahue River. The hotel has 106 guest rooms and suites, with first class amenities such as a full-service restaurant, lobby bar, 24-hour room service, 24-hour guest service, and foreign exchange. The hotel is attached to the Plaza de los Lagos which includes the Casino Sol, bowling center, Sportlife Gym, Mittos Pub, and 20 local boutiques. Osorno is located in Patagonia about 500 miles south of Santiago and is known as the gateway to the lakes region.

Overnight at Sonesta .

Pucón (Mapudungun: "entrance of the cordillera") is a Chilean city and commune administered by the municipality of Pucón located in the Province of Cautín, Araucanía Region, 100 km to the southeast of Temuco and 780 km to the south of Santiago, Chile. Pucón's unrivalled location, on the shores of Lake Villarrica, makes it a popular destination for tourists. It offers a variety of sports and adventure/recreational activities for tourists, including water skiing, snow skiing, backpacking, white water rafting and kayaking, horseback riding, natural hot springs, zip line rides, and guided ascents of Villarrica Volcano.

The motorcycle rent charge includes: Deposit of $5000 need to be guaranteed with a credit card. According to insurance conditions, renter is responsible for all damage up to the deposit amount. Additional damages will only be covered by insurance if the rider is not under the influence of alcohol or drugs, and has not broken the traffic regulations; otherwise renter has a full responsibility for motorcycle damage and recovery.

We begin our riding with a trip north - entering Chile's Lake District. There is hardly any traffic while we cruise the sweepers of the Chilean back country roads. In the background the shape of the smoldering Villarica Volcano shows up - our destination Pucón is right next to it!

Located 3 km away from Pucón village, the hotel is in a wonderful natural environment with large gardens and stunning views of Volán and mountains. In the town of Pucón, a great variety of activities to spend unforgettable holidays. The new Hotel Oasis Park, offers 50 rooms, 12 Suites, 19 Superior and 19 Standard.

Overnight at Hotel Oasis Park Pucon.

San Carlos de Bariloche is a city in the province of Río Negro, Argentina, situated on the foothills of the Andes, surrounded by lakes (Nahuel Huapi, Gutiérrez Lake, Moreno Lake and Mascardi Lake) and mountains (Tronador, Cerro Catedral, Cerro López). It is famous for skiing but also known for sight-seeing, water sports, trekking and climbing. Cerro Catedral is one of the most important ski centers in South America.

There is some serious riding today! After Pucón we start climbing through the Villarica National Park, approaching the 3780m high snow covered volcano Lanin. Crossing the border to Argentina we encounter our first easily manageable gravel road section (~30 km). As soon as we hit the main road again, we get a taste of the Argentinean Pampa – a wonderful road carries us through desert like sceneries and we arrive in Bariloche just in time for the sunset.

The Cacique Inacayal hotel is perfectly located on the coast of Lake Nahuel Huapi, offering its guests a beautiful view of the lake and surrounding mountains. It has 67 fully carpeted and equipped rooms.

Overnight at Cacique Inacayal .

Rest day in Bariloche (optional ride possible). Bariloche has a lot to offer; you can easily spend the day walking around in the city, having coffee and tasting the famous pastry and chocolates. As for riding, everything from a short ride on pavement up to 250 km partly on gravel is possible. The Nahuel Huapi National Park provides us with the stunning beauty of the “7 Lakes Road” and some incredible views – a day in paradise!

Overnight at Cacique Inacayal .

Esquel is a town in the northwest of the province of Chubut, in the Argentine Patagonia. It is located in the Futaleufú Department, of which it is the government's site. The town's name derives from a Mapuche term meaning "thorn", which refers to the characteristics of the local flora, including several spiny bushes, most famously the Calafate. The founding of the town dates back to the arrival of Welsh immigrants in Chubut in 1865. The settlement was created on 25 February 1906, as an extension of the Colonia 16 de Octubre, now known as Trevelin. The city, the main town of the area, is located by the Esquel Stream and surrounded by the mountains La Zeta, La Cruz, Cerro 21 and La Hoya. La Hoya is known as a ski resort with good quality snow right through the spring. The Los Alerces National Park is 50 km northwest of the city.

Today we ride through the famous "Butch Cassidy and The Sundance Kid" region to Esquel, at the foot of the Andes Mountains. We'll be surrounded by mountains as we travel on relaxing, country roads. Esquel – which appears like a smaller and more laid back Bariloche – welcomes us again with scenic beauty and a luxurious hotel.

Located only 13 km of our hotel is the Mountain Activity Center La Hoya. This ski resort stands out for two of its main characteristics: quality snow well into October and a purely family environment. In Patagonia, Argentina, lying on the mountain, is located the city of Esquel. There with the warmth of its people for a real Patagonian Lodge, where we take care of small details to make your stay memorable and your wishes are alone return.

Overnight at Hostería Cumbres Blancas.

Chaitén is a Chilean town, commune and former capital of the Palena Province in Los Lagos Region. The town is located north of the mouth of Yelcho River, on the east coast of the Gulf of Corcovado. The town is strategically located close to the northern end of the Carretera Austral where the highway goes inland.

We have to cross the mountains back to Chile today – there will be about 150 km on gravel, sometimes on steeper sections. We leave the Argentinean side and start climbing towards the mountain rain forest. The road here is more basic, but nonetheless provides us with scenic beauty and complete remoteness. This is Chilean wilderness! Once across the mountains we proceed to Chaitén, a small city on the seashore.

The "Mi Casa" hotel in Chaiten, sits on a hilltop, offers 20 rooms which provide guests spectacular views of the bay and town from its large, wooden terrace. The restaurant offers regional and international dishes. Hotel staff is happy to cater to your specific needs. Located just outside Chaiten, this hotel will provide you with comfortable accommodations and service during your stay in the picturesque town of Chaiten.

Overnight at Mi Casa.

Puerto Varas is a city and commune located in the southern Chilean province of Llanquihue, in the Los Lagos Region. The city is well known for its German traditions, its food, its fish and seafood, the natural environment, its casino and 4 star hotels. Only 20 km from Puerto Montt, it is located on the shore of the Lake Llanquihue, one of the largest natural lakes in South America. The perfect cone of Osorno volcano and the snow-capped peaks of Mt. Calbuco and Mt. Tronador are clearly visible from the lakefront. On the western shore of Llanquihue Lake are the tourist localities of Puerto Octay, Frutillar and Llanquihue.

This morning 60 km of gravel road bring us early in the morning north to Caleta Gonzalo, where we board the 5 hours ferry that brings us along the coast to Hornopirén. Some more gravel and we meet the next (short) ferry and finally head for Puerto Varas, a beautiful place, which contains perhaps the best preserved concentration of Middle European architecture in entire Chile.

The Gran Hotel Colonos del Sur opened on February 2009. It was conceived as a place of luxury, located in the center of Puerto Varas, with the Osorno and Calbuco volcanoes as the background. The hotel was built by the most prominent architecture firms and interior designers of Chile such as Alemparte Barreda & Asociados Arquitectos y Enrique Concha B. & Diseñadores Asociados, to satisfy the needs of guests that enjoy high class and quality service.

Gran Hotel Colonos del Sur presents a concept based on the cultural background of its environment, which is the German colonization of the mid-1800s. To create a sophisticated atmosphere it offers classic details such as wood shingles and warm touches of other native woods, stone and metals. History and modernity emerge from every corner of this 7 level building, packed with the latest technology in communication systems, security, air conditioning (the heating system is based on geothermal energy), fire fighting and emergency stairs, light

Overnight at Gran Hotel Colonos del Sur.

Osorno sits in sight of Volcán Osorno, an active but minor volcano. The city's most prominent geographical feature is the Rahue River that runs north-south through its center. A smaller stream breaks off as well, running east before turning south and giving the city some natural boundaries. Located near the river front on the east side is the city's heart, the Plaza de Armas, a large, one-block park with fountains, benches, and tree-lined avenues. On the park's east side is La Catedral of Saint Matthew, one of the city's major landmarks, notable for its modern architecture. The cathedral serves as mother church of the Catholic Diocese of Osorno. Along the south side is Juan Mackenna Avenue, the city's major city centre street. Other points of interest are the main campus of the Universidad de Los Lagos and the Osorno Rodeo Stadium. The recently opened casino Plaza Sol de los Lagos is a new popular attraction for tourists and locals alike.

An easy and scenic ride on the last day of our tour! Along the Lake Llanquihue and the foot of the Volcano Osorno we approach our final destination and have time enough to relax and prepare for our farewell dinner, where we remember the adventures of this tour!

Overnight at Sonesta .

Meet your driver for an airport transfer

Depart from International Airport. End of itinerary.

Overnight at Depart (Int`l Airport).