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Chiloé Island Cultural Exploration

FromCLP 209
8 hours
Castro, Chile

About this activity

Immerse yourself in Chiloé's unique culture and history on this full-day tour, visiting Dalcahue's market and Quinchao Island's landmarks.

Highlights

  • Visit Dalcahue's vibrant market
  • Explore Quinchao Island's rich heritage
  • Discover traditional wooden churches
  • Experience local handicrafts and cuisine
  • Enjoy scenic coastal landscapes

Full description

Dive into the heart of Chiloé's rich cultural tapestry with this immersive full-day tour. Begin your journey in Dalcahue, renowned for its bustling market where local artisans showcase their crafts. Then, set sail to Quinchao Island, a haven of traditional wooden churches and picturesque coastal vistas. Along the way, your expert guide will share tales of the island's unique heritage, ensuring a memorable experience that captures the essence of Chiloé's charm and beauty.

Included / Excluded

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Professional guide
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Lunch

Itinerary

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We will begin our visit heading towards the town of Dalcahue, in which we will know its typical craft fair and its Church, which was declared a World Heritage Site in the year 2000.

Duration: 1 hourAdmission: NOT_APPLICABLE
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Then we will cross to Quinchao Island through a ferry. We will pass through Huyar and Curaco de Vélez, where we can learn more about its history, its rural villages, architecture, religiosity and folklore.

Duration: 2 hoursAdmission: YES
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We will continue our trip visiting Achao, a town surrounded by hills and built in front of a shallow beach. This town is very visited by the inhabitants of the smaller islands since it is the main town outside the Big Island.

Duration: 2 hoursAdmission: NOT_APPLICABLE
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Here we can know the interesting architecture, which is quite particular since its houses are covered with tiles, which take many forms. Here is the Santa María de Loreto de Achao Church, declared a World Heritage Site. It is the oldest church in Chiloé.

Duration: 1 hourAdmission: NO
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Finally, we will visit Villa Quinchao, where we will find the largest traditional Chilotas churches and then we will reach the end of the island to Chequian, to finally return to our hotels.

Duration: 2 hoursAdmission: NOT_APPLICABLE

Important information

Know before you book

  • Tour operates rain or shine; dress accordingly.
  • Minimum booking of two participants required.
  • Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult.

Know before you go

  • Wear comfortable walking shoes suitable for uneven terrain.
  • Bring a light jacket, as coastal weather can be unpredictable.
  • Carry a camera to capture the island's stunning landscapes.

Cancellation policy

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All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

Good to know

  • Bring Suitable shoes, Sunscreen, Water if desired
  • This service is not valid for cruise passengers. These excursions or transfer have a special operation and rate.

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How beautiful my chilli

Beautiful trip. We stayed in castro . Let's rent a beautiful cabin very close to the center. It is so much that we return on February 25th we missed meeting more beauties of my country

O1365JFenriquegNov 18, 2024TRIPADVISOR

Additional information

Bring Suitable shoes, Sunscreen, Water if desired This service is not valid for cruise passengers. These excursions or transfer have a special operation and rate.
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