Patagonia Gravel: The Great Divide

Scheduled

7 nights

Advanced

453 km

6900 m

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Summary

For adventure seekers, nature lovers and gravellers. Ride from Chile across the Andes into Patagonia and back on our gravel loop ride. Immerse yourself in epic landscapes, embrace the camaraderie of the road and relax with warm hospitality from our hosts in Chile & Argentina.

Previous gravel riding experience & a good level of fitness is recommended to best enjoy the trip – the riding is spectacular and varied with lots of climbing and some techincal sections to embrace. The tour is supported by our professional guides & local support team, ensuring all you need to focus on is the ride.

Experience unique accommodations along the way. In Chile start the journey in the luxurious Rakau Lodge, continue to the Huilo Huilo nature reserve and stay in the stunning Nothofagus hotel in the heart of the forest. The adventure continues with a special evening under the stars in a comfort camp on the shores of Lago Lacar. Indulge in an Argentinian asada & share stories around the camp fire. In San Martin de Los Andes enjoy a touch of luxury at a 5* golf hotel before the journey back to Chile begins. Our penultimate night is as a family hunting lodge, enjoy a warm welcome, fantastic food and recharge ahead of the last ride back to our starting point.

DURATION

8 days / 7 nights

DISTANCE

453 km

HOTELS
★★★★★ ★★★★★ ★★★★★
REGION

Patagonia

Terrain

Gravel

LEVEL

Advanced

Average Distance X DAY

76 km

Average Time X DAY

5 h 0 min

PRICE PER PERSON FROM€ 4.499
Book now with a 30% DEPOSITfrom € 1350

TOUR highlights

Visit the great lakes of Patagonia

Cycle across the border from Argentina to Chile

Sleep in the heart of the rainforest

Soak up views of the Volcan Villarrica & Volcan Lanín

Taste food cooked on a traditional Argentinian parilla

Camp on the shores of Lago Curruhué

IS THIS TOUR FOR ME?

Advanced

Rated 3 out of 4 our Advanced tours are designed for people who ride regularly and want back to back challenging days on the bike. Riders should be confident riding in a small group, comfortable on extended climbs (at your own pace) and have good bike handling skills on corners and descents. E-bikes are available on all of our tours.

ITINERARY

Day 1

Welcome to Chile!

Enjoy a warm welcome from your guides at our first hotel in Pucón. Get to know everyone over a welcome lunch & in the afternoon get the bikes set up & enjoy a short warm-up ride along the River Pucón.

EAT

Welcome lunch | Evening meal

SLEEP

Rakau Lodge

CYCLE

Bike set-up and warm-up ride, 27 km, 300 m

Day 1

Pucón to Coñaripe

Head out through small villages around Palguin Bajo, begin the long gradual climb through villarica national park with views of Volcán Villarrica. The ride ends with a long descent from 1300 m to Coñaripe

EAT

Breakfast | Picnic lunch | Evening meal

SLEEP

Cabañas Rukanto del Bosque

CYCLE

Pucon - Coñaripe, 76 km, 1,350 m

Day 1

Coñaripe to the Huilo Huilo Nature Reserve

Today is a rolling ride across undulating terrain. Ride alonside the Lago Neltune. The last climb of the day is 12 km up to spectacular Huilo-Huilo Biological Reserve.

EAT

Breakfast | Picnic lunch | Evening meal

SLEEP

Nothofagus, Huilo-Huilo

CYCLE

Coñaripe - Huilo Huilo, 53 km, 1,240 m

Day 1

Ride across the border to Argentina

Start the day with a 2.5 hour ferry ride across the Lago Pirihueico. Our ride takes is up the the border crossing to Argentina. Ride along Lago Lácar with time of a pause & soak up the incredible views at Playa de Yuco. Tonight camp by the lake in a comfort camp. Enjoy food from a private chef and a traditional Argentinian barbeque.

EAT

Breakfast | Picnic lunch | Evening meal

SLEEP

Nonthue Comfort Camp

CYCLE

Huilo Huilo - Nonthue, 27 km, 590 m (ride extention available)

Day 1

Nonthue to San Martín de los Andes

Start the ride with 5 kms of rollings hills to the base of our main climb of the day - 10 kms along the shores of the Lago Lacar. At the top we're 1,000 m above sea level. Choose single track or an easy downhill to the town.

EAT

Breakfast | Picnic lunch | Evening meal

SLEEP

Loi Suites

CYCLE

Nonthue to San Martín de los Andes, 53 km, 1,000 m (ride extention available)

Day 1

San Martín de los Andes to San Huberto

Retrace back into town and get into the countryside along the old road to Lago Lacar. Enjoy smooth roads as far as the lake - from here start climbing to discover the Esteppa Patagonica - a truly unique landscape.

EAT

Breakfast | Picnic lunch | Evening meal

SLEEP

San Huberto

CYCLE

San Martín de los Andes to San Huberto, 93 km, 850 m

Day 1

Across the border at Paso Tromen

Start the day with a short transfer to Junin de los Andes. Today is our last big ride of the trip! Ride 35 kms of a false flat uphill to cross the border at Paso Tromen. Back to Chile, descend with views of Volcan Lanín and follow the Trancura river to our final lodge

EAT

Breakfast | Picnic lunch | Evening meal

SLEEP

Rakau Lodge

CYCLE

Junin de los Andes - Pucón, 102 kms 1,100 m

Day 1

Departures from Pucón

Plan your onward travel from Pucón. Talk to us about your travel plans

EAT

Breakfast

SLEEP

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CYCLE

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THE TOUR
IN DETAIL

RIDE SUPPORT

Full Support

Enjoy small group sizes and professional, personal support all week from your guides & support vehicle.

We work with an industry leading guide to guest ratio – expect up to 4 guests per guide on the trip with guides leading the way on the road and a support vehicle close by at all times. Note that for groups of 4 riders or less this tour is run as a guided trip without the support vehicle.

The ride support vehicle is stocked with natural ride nutrition, electrolytes and water, as well as a full set of tools to resolve any mechanicals. On selected days the support crew will serve a delicious picnic lunch in a scenic location en route. Enjoy local foods chosen to keep you feeling energized and healthy.

Eat Sleep Cycle guides are experienced riders from all walks of life united by a love of cycling who’ll help to keep the group safe, motivated and savouring the trip of a lifetime.

All guests will receive access to our digital Road Book and routes, giving everyone the flexibility to ride at their own pace.

HOTELS

Hotels shown are examples and are subject to change

BIKE HIRE

Not included
Bike hire is not included in the tour. Add bike rental to the trip from €40 per day

Adventure Gravel Bike

Gravel Adventure

Ask us about available bikes to rent for this tour. We recommend an adventure style gravel bike, with a relaxed geometry, 47c tyres and plently of gears for the climbs.

THE GUIDES

Ariel

Ariel is a triathlete from Argentina and has always loved to ride. After pursuing a sensible career in sales in Barcelona Ariel joined our Cycling Tours team to focus his life & career on... cycling!

Ariel

Details

LOGISTICS AND TRANSPORTATION

HOW TO GET HERE

Fly in and out of Santiago de Chile.

MEETING POINT

Pucón

TIME

11:00

DEPARTURE

Pucón

WHAT THE TOUR INCLUDES

CYCLING

Full Support

ACCOMMODATION

4* hotels, campings & rural lodges

FOOD

Full Board - breakfast, lunches & evening meals

TRANSFERS

Speak to us about your travel plans!

BIKE RENTAL

Available on request, we recommend you bring your own bike

EAT SLEEP CYCLE LOCATION

ESC Patagonia

Occupying the southernmost point of Argentina and Chile on the continent of South America, Patagonia is home to the Andes mountains, stunning lakes, fjords, rainforests, glaciers, deserts and wide open plains. Patagonia bike tours are an excellent choice, with gravel roads complimenting the area’s varied geography and beautiful landscape. This is a place to immerse yourself in nature, discovering this unique part of the world by bike is an experience not to be missed.

Watch our video “Patagonia” on YouTube

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RESERVATION
& PAYMENT

If you have any questions about our tours, dates, or anything else, contact us here
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DEPOSIT

A 30% deposit will secure your place on the tour

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FINAL BALANCE

The final balance is due 90 days before the tour departs

Single Occupancy:  PLUS €699
Sunday

24 November 2024

Saturday

30 November 2024

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Monday

2 December 2024

Sunday

8 December 2024

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Tuesday

10 December 2024

Monday

16 December 2024

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Sunday

23 February 2025

Sunday

2 March 2025

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Sunday

23 November 2025

Sunday

30 November 2025

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Wednesday

10 December 2025

Wednesday

17 December 2025

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FAQs

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What happens if I need to cancel the trip?

We have a flexible cancelation policy – please take a look at our cancellation policy at the time of booking. If you have any doubts please reach out and we’re happy to help.

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Is the tour the right level for me?

We rate our tours from Level 1 (Leisure) to Level 4 (Epic). Each tour contains a description of the level, expected daily ride time, distance and elevation. If you have any doubts we’re more that happy to speak to you on the phone and help to find you the perfect trip!

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What about bikes? Can I hire one or should I bring my own?

We recommend that you hire a bike for your tour and will work with you after you book to help you to choose the best size and model for your ride style. If you prefer to bring your bike, it’s no problem. Please be aware that on some of our epic trips we charge a supplement to transport your bike box to our finishing location. If you have any doubts, please ask!

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Is insurance included?

Insurance is not included in our tour packages. We highly recommend contracting travel insurance at the time of reservation with a company from where you are from.

Health insurance which covers you for illness or injury whilst cycling in your chosen destination is mandatory, we’ll ask you for details of your insurance providor before you travel.

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