“FRUTILLAR WITH MUSEUM + OCTAY PORT" Tour
“FRUTILLAR WITH MUSEUM + OCTAY PORT" Tour
FRUTILLAR, is a city located in the western bay of Lake Llanquihue, in Patagonia, Los Lagos region, Chile. It is characterized by views of the volcanoes and the shore of the bay next to the horizon of the great Llanquihue Lake. A place where peaceful life, cheerful gardens, colorful houses and tea rooms mix. It is known for the German traditions of its founders and the Frutillar Music Weeks. Thanks to this festival and the Teatro del Lago, the city has become the capital of music in Chile. Frutillar perfectly represents southern traditions. We will appreciate these traditions in its architecture, species of roses introduced in the gardens, and in the typical pastry and gastronomy.
LAGO LLANQUIHUE, corresponds to the second largest lake in Chile after Lake General Carrera, with an area of 860 km². Its depth is not known with certainty, but some string soundings have returned figures greater than 350 m. It is at an altitude of 70 m above sea level. It is located in the Los Lagos Region, Chile, between the provinces of Llanquihue and Osorno.
PUERTO OCTAY, a charming lakeside town in Chile’s Lake District, known for its beautifully preserved German-style architecture and stunning views of Lake Llanquihue. Enjoy peaceful strolls along the waterfront, explore cozy cafes and artisan shops, and soak in the serene natural surroundings framed by snow-capped volcanoes. Puerto Octay offers an authentic and tranquil escape perfect for nature lovers and culture enthusiasts alike.
MUSEO COLONIAL ALEMÁN, is an architectural and ethnographic museum open to the public on January 28, 1984 in the city of Frutillar, devoted mainly to German immigration to the Llanquihue area in the Los Lagos region of Chile.
Itinerary
- Start your day with a pick-up from your accommodation in Puerto Varas at 9:30 AM.
- Travel to Lake Llanquihue, Chile’s second largest lake, renowned for breathtaking views of Osorno and Calbuco volcanoes.
- Visit the charming town of Frutillar, famous for its warm local culture and delicious traditional cuisine.
- Head north to Puerto Octay, another lakeside gem offering stunning lake and volcano vistas.
- Discover the rich German heritage reflected in the towns’ unique architecture, food, and customs.
- Explore the German Colonial Museum to learn about the fascinating history of 19th-century settlers.
- Experience a magical blend of nature and culture in this unforgettable southern Chilean adventure.
Includes
- Guide service in Spanish, English, Portuguese, German, Italian and French.
- Private round-trip transportation.
- Museum ticket (museum closed on Mondays)
- Passenger insurance.
Does not include
- Tips and gratuities.
- Other services not described in the program.
- We recommend wearing comfortable clothing and shoes appropriate for outdoor activities and windy weather, a hat or cap, sunscreen, sunglasses, a photographic camera, and binoculars.
- We recommend bringing bottles of mineral water and energy snacks.
More Information
- 6 hrs (Subject to destination-specific conditions)
- 09.30 hrs
- Tour guide included
- Family friendly
- Offered inEnglish, Spanish, French, German, Italian, and Portuguese
Options and Availability
Private tour (Guiding service in Spanish, English and Portuguese)
Private Tour with specialized guide service in several languages and the services described in the program. The best price.Private tour (Guiding service in French, German and Italian)
Private Tour with specialized guide service in several languages and the services described in the program. The best price.Policies and Conditions
- Ratebook are express in US Dollars (USD) and may be changed without prior notice.
- Services and programs may be changed or cancelled in its execution, sequence and contents; in order to offer a better service, or due to extreme conditions or majeure force reasons.
- This tour operates without a minimum number of passengers, Holiplus will reconfirm 48 hours before departure. If the supplier decides to cancel, for reasons of force majeure or adverse weather conditions, Holiplus will offer an alternative tour or fully refund the cost of your trip.
- The shared excursion service operates with a minimum of 4 passengers.
- This tour will not run on the following dates: December 25 to January 1.
- The client must be aware that that modifications in the original booking may generate changes on the final quotation.
- In general, museums in Chile are closed on Mondays.
- SIB: Transfer and excursion services shared with other passengers.
- Holiplus will try to avoid cancellation charges, the client must accept expenses incurred and charges established by the supplier, which may add be up to 100% of the original.
- No show policy: 24 hours before the start of the tour: 100%.
DOCUMENTATION:
- It is the responsibility of each passenger to carry the relevant documents for the proper completion of their trip.
- Passengers must be informed and prepared to comply with visa, vaccination, and other regulations specific to the countries they are visiting.
- Therefore, passengers must bear the costs incurred due to non-compliance or misinformation regarding entry and mobility regulations within the different countries they are traveling to. In the case of Chilean and foreign passengers, they must present their foreign documentation, otherwise, VAT corresponding to 19% of the fare will be charged directly to the passenger.
CANCELLATION AND NO-SHOW POLICY:
Cancellation conditions and processing fees:
- Up to 33 days before the start of the tour: 0% penalty of the total amount of the originally booked tour + USD 15 processing fee
- 32-15 days before the start of the tour: 30% penalty of the total amount of the originally booked tour.
- 14–10 days before the start of the tour: 50% penalty of the total amount of the originally booked tour.
- 9–0 days before the start of the tour: 100% penalty of the total amount of the originally booked tour.
- No Show: 100% penalty of the total amount of the originally booked tour.