SPECTACULAR EASTER ISLAND (4 days / 3 nights)

Day 1 | SANTIAGO DE CHILE / EASTER ISLAND

Departure from hotel in Santiago to the airport to board flight towards Easter Island.

EASTER ISLAND

Assistance at the airport and transfer to selected hotel. Accommodation with breakfast included.

Dinner at the hotel.

Day 2 | EASTER ISLAND

We will start the full day tour with a visit to Vaihu, an ancient site in ruins. Then, continue towards Ahu Akahanga, a large ahu (platforms) with four big fallen statues and where, according to legends, the tomb of the first king of the island is in this area. From there we will visit the Rano Raraku quarry, classic symbol of the island and original factory of the moais. The gigantic statues cover the inner and outer slopes of the volcano; they can be admired in the different stages of production, from carving in the rock to upright position, and lying face down on their intended road to their platforms. We shall then drive to Ahu Tongariki, formerly the biggest platform on the Island destroyed by a tidal wave in 1960, now reconstructed. Afterwards, we will drive along the north coast passing by La Perouse Bay to visit Ahu Te Pito Kura (the world's navel). From there continue to the beautiful archaeological zone of Anakena. Box lunch served in Anakena. Return to the hotel.

Day 3 | EASTER ISLAND

We will start the morning tour with a visit to Ahu Vinapu with its incredible stone walls similar to those built by the ancient Incas; the architecture of these walls is sometimes used as an argument to support the theory that the early islanders came from South America. Afterwards, drive to the southernmost volcano of the Island, to Rano Kau. From there you will have an opportunity to see most of the island, as well as its reed-covered lake. The main feature on Rano Kau is its rebuilt ancient ceremonial village of Orongo.

The site is full of petroglyphs representing Tangata Manu (birdman) and the god Make-Make. We shall finally visit Carver's Market. Lunch not included.

Afternoon tour to the famous Ahu Akivi, where seven statues overlook the sea from the inland, closely together in their original standing position. Then, we will visit Puna Pau, the volcanic rock quarry. From there go to the local museum, founded by Father Sebastian Englert. Continue to the archaeological area of Ahu Tahai.

Day 4 | EASTER ISLAND / SANTIAGO

After the check-out, transfer to the airport to board flight back to Santiago to connect with international flight or to the hotel for one night accommodation (not included in this program).

Note: This program may suffer modifications without previous notice, depending on the airline schedule, weather conditions or land transportation availability.

NET PRICES IN US DOLLARS

INCLUDES:

• Transportation in Santiago hotel/apt

• Regular transportation

• Daily breakfast, other meals only where indicated.

• Rooms paid from check-in (14:00 hrs.) until check-out (12:00 hrs.)

• Entrance at museum, national parks and places of interest.

• Handling fee

 

NOT INCLUDED:

• Air Tickets and taxes, quoted separately and subject to change without previous notice, air fares to be reconfirmed at the moment of reservation.

• Tips for guides and drivers.

• Extras at the hotel (laundry, telephone calls, meals, alcoholic drinks, etc.)

• Any item not mentioned in the itinerary.