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Portillo Ski Resort and Inca Lagoon
Los Andes
Get to know the magic of the Portillo and Laguna del Inca Ski Center, located 147 kilometers from Santiago. It is a quiet place surrounded by a unique landscape, which includes mountains, nature and incredible panoramic views. Enjoy lunch at their restaurant and feel the Andes Mountains surrounded by snow.
Duration:
9 hours, 31 minutes
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Los Andes - We’ll pick you up at your Hotel in Santiago at 08:30 hrs and start driving towards Los Andes town. Our first stop will be SALTO DEL SOLDADO: Located 28 kilometers from Los Andes city, on the International road. It is a geological formation produced by erosion, with impressive rock walls at the bottom of which the Aconcagua River passes. At mid-height, between the tunnels, the Trasandino railway track is visible. It is called Salto del Soldado because of the legend that is told about it: the legend of the “Salto del Soldado”, it would be about a patriot who, to distract the royalists who were pursuing his column, separated from the group and embarked on horseback. through the ravines, being pursued by the royalists. - Portillo - Oiur drive will continue by a beautiful road where you’ll have a couple of spots to stop and take some great snowed photos and the Andes Mpuntain Range. Ski Portillo is renowned worldwide as the premier all-inclusive ski resort for skiing in Chile South America. The ski-in/ski-out resort is open from late June to September, during the North American summer. Located in the heart of the Chilean Andes Mountains and surrounded by stunning peaks, Ski Portillo Chile attracts skiers and snowboarders of all ages who come to enjoy incredible snow on slopes suitable for beginners, intermediates & advanced skiers. Lunch not included on quote. Around 16:00 hrs we’ll start returning back to your Hotel in Santiago and drop you off after an unforgettable day discovering The Andes Mountain Range area. - Laguna del Inca** - Once at Portillo Ski resort you’ll be able to admire and spend some time the amazing Laguna del Inca. The legend about the lagoon is about an Inca warrior Illi Yupanqui who was in love with the princess Kora-llé, the most beautiful woman in the empire. They both decided to get married and chose a summit on the shores of a clear lagoon as the wedding location. The princess fell into the void, perishing instantly. Distraught and full of sadness, Illi Yupanqui had the princess’s body deposited in the depths of the lagoon. When the body reached the depths, legend has it that the water magically took on an emerald color, the same color as the princess’s eyes.
What's Included
- Stops at magnificent area with Andes views for photos
- Professional Driver/Guide
- Comfortable air-conditioned van
What's Not Included
- Tips for driver and guide
- Dinner
- Lunch
- Tickets de andarivel en Portillo - COST OF $48 USD
Location
Los Andes
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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