City Tour Pucon And Villarrica

Pucón is a city located in the heart of the Chilean Araucanía region, 107 km from the nearest airport, Temuco. Its name comes from the Mapudungun (local indigenous people) language, which means "Entrance to the Mountain Range.".

The city of Villarrica takes its name from being nestled at the foot of the volcano and on the shores of the large lake of the same name.

We invite you on this exciting journey through these two charming cities in the heart of the Chilean Araucanía, which will dazzle us with their culture, history, and typical cuisine.

We will begin our experience today by leaving our hotel at the agreed time to head to the city of Villarrica, 26 km from Pucón. The first stop will be at the Museum of the Catholic University of Villarrica, where we will see a display of handcrafted and pre-Hispanic instruments, as well as an important historical exhibition of the city.

We will continue to its Catholic Cathedral and the beautiful waterfront on the western side of Lake Villarrica. We will also go to a strategic viewpoint to enjoy the panoramic view of the city and Lake Villarrica.

We will continue to the city`s commercial center. Villarrica is known for its wood, stone, and textile crafts, which can be appreciated at the Mercado Fritz Artisan Fair and local crafts, where we will find a typical Ruka Mapuche (a straw house from this ancient indigenous people).

Pucón is not only one of the main cities in Araucanía, but also one of the most beautiful. We will continue our tour today through this beautiful town, surrounded by majestic mountains and bathed by the crystal-clear waters of Lake Villarrica. Known as Chile`s adventure destination, it is located at the foot of the majestic Villarrica Volcano. We will visit the famous Playa Grande de Pucón, where we can enjoy the view of the tranquil Villarrica Lake. We will also visit the La Poza sector, an old beach where wood was stored to be transported by steamboats to the city of Villarrica in the year 1800.

Today, La Poza is a wonderful place with a privileged view of the majestic Villarrica volcano and its surroundings. There, we can enjoy its tranquility, silence, and wonderful natural greenery while learning about some of the bird species in the area.

We will continue this visit to the famous Wooden Flower Crafts fair, where we will be able to learn about its unique craftsmanship.

Then we will head to the viewpoint of the Monasterio Nunjas Clarisas from where we can appreciate the beauty of Pucón in all its splendor.

From there, we will head to the city`s Plaza de Armas to see its ancient trees and visit the unique city center of this important town in the heart of southern Chile.

After a day full of discoveries and beauty, we will return to the starting point. This city tour will leave us with priceless memories and a deeper appreciation of Pucón and Villarrica.

Come and join us as we explore the essence of Araucanía on this exciting journey!