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Self-Drive Itineraries, Costa Rica, Chile
Costa Rica
Irazu Volcano, Costa Rica

Highlights of Costa Rica

This is a roundtrip combines the most important highlights of Costa Rica in a 7 day itinerary. Active volcanoes, rainforest, jungle canals, cloud forest, wildlife, lowland, mountains and friendly people will give you the best possible overview of the country - and you can discover it all at your own time and pace. A great itinerary for first time visitors!
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Manzanillos National Reserve, Costa Rica,

Costa Rica's Caribbean Coast and Beyond

Costa Rica's Caribbean coast has its very own special ambiance. The mostly black population lives a Caribbean lifestyle and many immigrants are joining them. Reggae music everywhere, dance parties, good restaurants, a relaxed atmosphere in a beautiful lowland tropical rainforest, beautiful palm-fringed beaches and Costa Rica's only reef are among the highlights of this tour.
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Discover Costa Rica

This 15 day itinerary allows for a bit more time to see some of the most interesting areas of the country. From the central volcano region to the cloudforest of Monteverde and Manuel Antonio on the Pacific Coast, to the cloud forest around Gerardo de Dota and over to the Caribbean Coast - this is a very diverse itinerary that provides a great insight into Costa Rica's varied topography, biodiversity and cultures.
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Guanacaste Tour

Guanacaste, a province in the northwestern part of Costa Rica, is the sunniest region of the country. It is the Costa Rican "Wild West", famous for its cowboys and cattle ranches. But there is much more to this fascinating and diverse area - volcanoes, mangroves, tropical dry-forest, beautiful beaches and unforgettable sunsets - that and more, is Guanacaste!
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Costa Rica's Wild South

Thanks to its remote location the southern Pacific coast of Costa Rica remains well off the beaten path and it is possible to find some incredible places, which you can almost have all to yourself. The south is for adventurers, who want to explore the wild beauty of nature.
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Chile
Star-Gazing in Magical Elqui Valley - Self Drive Itinerary of El Norte Chico

Star-Gazing in the magical Elqui Valley

This short 5 day self-drive itinerary explores El Norte Chico - Chile's 'little north' which is not only famous for its Pisco grapes, but is also regarded as one of the best places to star gaze. This tour starts in La Serena, the gateway to 'El Norte Chico', the 'little north', with its beautiful coastline and stunningly clear skies. The biggest telescopes of the planet are gathered here to observe what is going on deep in space. Even some of the hotels feature star gazing as an attraction and have provided clear top windows and telescopes for their guests.
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Chile's Central Wine Valley - Self-Drive Itinerary of Chile's Rutas del Vino

Discover Chile's Central Wine Vallley

Chile is famous for its wines - the central valley offers ideal conditions to grow a wide variety of grapes, north to south, and from lower to higher altitudes, which require different micro-climates for their development. The Central Valley is an ideal destination for those who wish to combine gourmet pleasures with walking in the foothills of the Andes. The tour starts in Santiago and makes a nice little circuit through some of the best wine growing regions of the country.
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Conguillo Volcano - Self Drive Itinerary: Discover Chile's Volcano Country

Route of the Volcanos

This 6 day self drive itinerary of Chile's Volcano Country follows a route through some of the most stunning and magnificent scenery of Chile. Take the opportunity to visit some of the amazing National Parks along the way, many of which protect rare types of native forests, volcanic lunar landscapes, hotsprings and beautiful lakes.
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Self Drive Itinerary of Chile's Enchanting Lake District

Discover Chile's Enchanting Lake District

A fantastic 5 day self drive adventure through one of the most gorgeous and enchanting areas of Chile - the Lake District. Explore the numerous National Parks of the region: native forests, hot springs, waterfalls, mountains, volcanoes and of course, lakes. A true nature lover's paradise.
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Self Drive Itinerary of Chile's and Argentina's Lake District

The Lake District on both sides of the border - Chile and Argentina

A fascinating trail of discovery through some of Chile's most enchanting landscape - the Lake District. Witness the change of scenery from the lush forests clad mountains and lakes to pampa and dry grassland as you cross the watershed line and pass into Argentina. Explore some of the many National Parks and protected areas along the way for fabulous hikes and to gain a deeper insight into the varied ecosystems in this watershed region.
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Self Drive Itinerary: Carretera Austral - North

The Carretera Austral - North

This 7 day self drive itinerary leads through some spectacularly beautiful, wild and remote regions of southern Chile. Starting from Balmaceda you will visit Queulat National Park, Fjord Queulat and Futaleufú - a scenery of glaciers, fjords and native forests is waiting to be discovered. View itinerary details
Self Drive Itinerary of Lago General Carrera and the southern Carretera Austral

The Carretera Austral - South

This 7 day self-drive itinerary explores the wilderness of the southern Carretera Austral. The Carretera Austral leads through some of the most stunningly beautiful and dramatic scenery in southern Chile, yet, due to its remoteness, it remains off the beaten path. Discover the wilderness paradise surrounding Lago General Carrera - one of Chile's largest and most beautiful lakes, with the snowcapped Andes as its backdrop and finally arrive at the curious town of Tortel, built entirely on wooden boardwalks and stilts.
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Self Drive Itinerary of Chilean Patagonia

Chilean Patagonia - a Hikers Paradise

A short self-drive itinerary of Torres del Paine National Park in Patagonia, southern Chile. Book hotels and rental car as a package and take off to discover this most famous of Chile's National Park's on your own. Ideal for independent travellers who want to be able to explore beyond the tourist trail. This itinerary can be extended or customized to your wishes.
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Self Drive itinerary of Chilean and Argentinean Patagonia

Patagonia on both sides of the border: Torres del Paine and Los Glaciares National Park

This 7 day self-drive itinerary explores two of the most stunning National Parks of Patagonia: Torres del Paine National Park in Chile, and Los Glaciares National Park in Argentina. Discover the majestic, sweeping landscape of rugged mountains, glaciers, ice lakes and pampa at your own pace with your rental car and pre-booked hotels.
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Self Drive Itinerary: Discover beautiful Patagonia

Grand Tour of Patagonia - Chile and Argentina

This extensive 20 day self-drive itinerary offers a more in-depth exploration of Patagonia, taking in both, the Chilean and Argentinean side. Starting in Puerto Montt you will travel all the way down south through some of Chile's and Argentina's wildest and remotest landscapes, to finally arrive at Los Glaciares National Park (Argentina) and the famous Torres del Paine National Park.
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