Mysteries of Easter Island (Post)
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£4,181
Winter (Nov - Mar)
Spring (Apr - May)
Learn about the myths and facts of the more than 1,000 statues
Delve into the celestial and astronomical significance of the Moai, the iconic head statues of Easter Island
Experience Easter Island's Polynesian culture and learn about the way of life of the Rapa Nui people
Discover the flora and fauna of this distinct 'ecoregion’
Stay in a hotel inspired by the culture and natural resources of Easter Island
Planned itinerary Post-programme
Day 1: Santiago
After travelling from Punta Arenas to Santiago de Chile, you'll enjoy a relaxing night in a comfortable hotel in Chile’s vibrant capital.
Day 2: Santiago/Easter Island
After breakfast, you'll be taken to the airport for your flight to Easter Island, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. On arrival, you'll transfer to your hotel, which will be your home for the next three nights. Enjoy lunch at the hotel, before your Easter Island adventures begin with a choice of included excursions.
After, you'll return to your hotel for dinner, and you can spend the rest of the evening at your leisure.
Day 3-5: Easter Island
You’ll spend the next two days delving into the ancient history, culture and mysteries of Rapa Nui, Easter Island. You can choose from a variety of incredible local excursions.
You could see the Seven Explorers, the beautifully preserved human head monoliths that were sacred to the Moai people, or visit Anakena beach where the island's first king landed. Perhaps you’ll choose to, or experience the fabled epicentre of our planet’s energy at Te Pito Kura, or you can also join guided volcano hikes and bicycle tours.
In between adventures, you'll enjoy breakfast, lunch and dinner at the hotel.
Day 5: Easter Island/Santiago de Chile
After breakfast, you'll transfer to the airport for your flight back to Santiago de Chile, where your Post-Programme comes to an end.
Please note that we may visit sites in a different order and excursions are weather dependent.
Practical information
Included:
1 hotel night in Santiago de Chile with breakfast
3 hotel nights a Nayara Hangaroa Hotel (or similar) with full board and house beverages
Return flight from Santiago de Chile to Easter Island, including current taxes and airport transfers
2 half-day excursions daily with an English-speaking hotel guide
Entrance fee to the national park
Not included: Meals and drinks on day 1, gratuities.
Remarks/requirements:
This tour is available as a Post-extension programme in combination with voyages ending in Punta Arenas.
This tour includes walking on uneven terrain and is not suitable for guests with limited mobility.
The excursions included in this tour are operated by the hotel and might not be exclusive to HX guests.
Excursions are subject to weather conditions.
If the minimum number of participants is not reached, we reserve the right to cancel the trip until 6 weeks before departure.
Depending on your flight departure from Santiago de Chile an overnight might have to added after the tour.
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