Full Day Castro & Dalcahue Chiloe Island

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(7 reviews)

11 to 12 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English and 1 more

Discover the magic of Chiloé on a full-day tour from Puerto Varas!
Join us to explore the customs and traditions of this enchanting island, whose isolation has given birth to fascinating myths and legends that are still alive today.

Through the Isla Grande tour, you’ll travel beyond the usual routes to visit the charming towns of Ancud, Castro, and Dalcahue. Enjoy breathtaking landscapes, rich local culture, and captivating stories that make Chiloé one of Chile’s most mystical destinations — an experience you simply can’t miss!

What's Included

Private transportation
Full Day Experience
Ferry Navigation
Hotel pickup and drop-off (centrally located hotels only)
Professional Guide
Entrance Fee
Port Taxes
Lunch and Drinks
Gratuities

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

The pick up transfer is only from selected centrally located hotels. If your hotel is outside the geographic area, we will confirm you the closest meeting point. Indicate the name and address of your hotel.

Itinerary

Duration: 11 to 12 hours (approximately)
  • Puerto Varas (Pass by)

    We will begin the pick up in Puerto Varas, around 08.00 am.

    Admission ticket free
  • 1
    Puerto Montt

    We will continue pick up in Puerto Montt until 8:45 AM, later continue the traveling along the famous Pan American Route to the town of Pargua, where we will embark on a ferry that will take us to Chacao.

    1 hour Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Canal De Chacao

    From this place we will board a ferry to navigate through the Chacao Channel, which separates the mainland from the Isla Grande de Chiloé. During the navigation (45 minutes) we will be able to observe sea lions, pelicans and marine birds typical of this region.

    1 hour Admission ticket included
  • 3
    Chacao

    We will dock at Chacao town, is one of the oldest on the island, founded in 1567. It has a Plaza de Armas where we can appreciate typical larch wood constructions and also see the church of San Antonio de Chacao.

    30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 4
    Quemchi

    Arrival in Quemchi, where we can visit its beautiful Costanera, which the writer Francisco Coloane baptized as the commune of 1000 landscapes. Later we will go to a wonderful place; Aucar, the Island of Navigating Souls that we can enter through a 430-meter wooden bridge.

    1 hour Admission ticket free
  • 5
    Dalcahue

    Later we will head towards Dalcahue (a city located in front of the Isla de Quinchao) and that on its waterfront has a gastronomic and handicraft market with a spectacular view. We will visit the Fair and walk to the Nuestra Señora De Los Dolores Church, a typical Chilote construction that is part of the World Heritage Site.

    2 hours Admission ticket free
  • 6
    Castro

    Later we will continue our trip to the city of Castro, capital of the Isla Grande de Chiloé; making a stop to take pictures in the Palafitos (houses where the pillars are arranged on the water), we will visit the San Francisco Church in front of the city Square and its Craft Market.

    3 hours Admission ticket free
  • 7
    Puerto Varas

    In the afternoon, after this incredible visit, we will return to Puerto Varas at approximately 6 PM.

    2 hours Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Churches closed on monday
  • This service is not valid for cruise passengers. These excursions or transfer have a special operation and rate.
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