Chile

EASTER ISLAND
4 days/3 nights  

Located more than 3000 km away from the American continent, lost in the middle of the Pacific Ocean, Easter Island was the cradle of the Rapa Nui culture, a mysterious civilization that left us the majestic "moai" (huge stone statues of amazing beauty). Let the magical atmosphere of the island capture your imagination while you visit its main attractions, like the impressive volcano Rano Raraku, or the ceremonial site of Orongo. Experiences in the fascinating enigmas of this mystic island will surely make you desire to come back for more…

Duration: 4 days/3 nights
Type of trip: discovery
Lodging: hotel
Difficulty level: for the general public
Recommended period: all year round. April and May are the rainy months, but the precipitations are sporadic and short.

Highlights

•  Rapa Nui culture

•  MAJESTIC "MOAI"

•  Volcano RANO RARAKU

•  Easter Island culture, history, and energy.

Price per person:

EASTER ISLAND	3*	4*
Double	USD 462.00	USD 558.00
Single	USD 666.00	USD 738.00
Triple	USD 449.00	USD 546.00

 

Itinerary

Day 1
EASTER ISLAND (IN)  

Reception at the Easter Island airport and transfer to the hotel. In the afternoon excursion to the volcano Rano Kau (approximately3.5 hours). From the top we have a wonderful view of the sea, crater, and town of Hanga Roa . We will visit the ceremonial site and the village of "Orongo" with its 53 houses with unique design. Numerous petroglyphs can also be observed at the site. Then, transfer to the site of Vinapu, where the stones look like the ruins of Machu Picchu. We continue with the visit of the cave ANA KAI TANGATA and its impressive cave paintings. Return to the hotel. Overnight at hotel TAHA TAI (4*) or of similar category according to availability. Lunch and dinner not included.  

Day 2: EASTER ISLAND

Meeting in the morning with our guide and full day tour (approximately7.5 hours) to the Rano Raraku volcano and surroundings. Our journey begins on the southern coast of the island at the archaeological un-restored site of Vaihu, where we realize that many "moai" had been pulled down in a period of destruction a few centuries ago. After visiting the archaeological site of Akahanga where the famous king Hotu Matua is supposedly buried, we arrive at one of the most important and greatest attractions of Easter Island : Volcano Rano Raraku. Almost all the moai were carved in its quarries. We can reach the crater and observe many moai still lying unfinished or standing without having been transported anywhere. We continue towards "Ahu Tongariki" where 15 moai stand aligned. Finally we get to "Te Pito Kura" where we can admire a huge moai that had been pulled down, the highest ever lifted on an ahu. Our tour ends on the beautiful beach of Ana kena, with numerous palm trees and golden sand. We can also find here two restored ahus. Return to the hotel. Overnight at hotel TAHA TAI (4*) or of similar category according to availability. Dinner not included. (B, Box lunch)  

Day 3: EASTER ISLAND

In the morning half day tour to the sector of "Ahu Akivi". Our journey begins at the ceremonial site of "Tahai" where we find remains of the Rapa Nui culture at its height. Then we visit the Ahu Akivi (platform with 7 restored moai) and the cave Ana Te Pahu, one of the largest in the island. Our tour ends at the quarry of Puna Pau where the Pukao (topknots of the moai) were carved. Return to the village of Hanga Roa and free afternoon without guide . Overnight at the hotel TAHA TAI (4*) or of similar category according to availability. Lunch and dinner not included. (B)  

Day 4: EASTER ISLAND (OUT)

Transfer to the airport to take the return flight. END OF OUR SERVICES . (B) Lunch and dinner not included.

Services details

Included

•  All Transfers between hotels and airport/bus station

•  4 Night Accommodation

•  Breakfast

•  Described tours

•  Bilingual guide (English / Spanish)

•  Accommodation in the mentioned hotel or of similar category (DOUBLE/TRIPLE room basis)

•  Meals as mentioned by code (B = Breakfast, L = Lunch / Box lunch, D = Dinner).

•  Transportation by private vehicle on Easter Island

•  Local bilingual guide (Spanish/ English/ French speaking) on Easter Island . Guide in other languages according to availability.

•  National Park fee

Not included 

•  Domestic and international flights and buses

•  Taxes

•  National Parks and Reserves entrance fees

•  Travel insurance**

•  Tips

•  Optional excursions

•  Services not detailed in the itinerary

•  Alcoholic and soft drinks during the meals at restaurant and/or hotel.

•  Single room supplement

•  Personal equipment (check our suggested list)

Additional notes

*IMPORTANT

**We strongly recommend that you buy travel insurance. Please contact us for more information or click in our travel insurance link. **

SUGGESTED OPTIONAL TRIPS

•  Extend your stay in SANTIAGO for taking our WINE TASTING TOUR.

•  Keep traveling south to Patagonia and enjoy the Lake District and/or Glacier areas.

•  Travel south and take a cruise between the fjords

•  Cross the Andes to take any of our possible trips in Argentina

•  Keep traveling North to discover ATACAMA or connect to PERU

SUGGESTED EQUIPMENT LIST 

CLOTHING

•  Sun hat
•  Waterproof jacket with a hood. Suggested: Gore-Tex
•  Pile lining. Jacket or sweatshirt
•  T-Shirts
•  Gloves
•  Trekking trousers
•  Shorts
•  Socks
•  Swimsuit + towel
•  Trekking shoes
•  Tennis shoes, sandals.

FOR THE JOURNEY

•  Day pack (30 liters/1 cu foot capacity)
•  Sunglasses
•  Sunscreen: Sun cream and lip screen.
•  Personal First Aid Kit.
•  Personal Toiletries
•  Photographic equipment

Note: The order of the excursions can be modified according to the flights schedule and availability on the regular tours.

The rates are valid from the 01/01/2009 until the 31/12/2009 except in case of a big variation in the USD exchange conditions in Chile. Thanks for reading our general terms & conditions.

Prices are subject to change without prior notice.Please be advised that the hotel category rating in Argentina & South America frequently does not correspond to the star rating in the US, especially when it comes to 3* & 4* hotels. Eureka Travel is not responsible for such discrepancy.

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