Double Crossing of the Andes

Cross the Andes with your bike

ARGENTINEAN – CHILEAN PATAGONIA

Duration
5 days

Total Distance
292 km

Average elevation gain:
1200 mts

Difficulty
Intermediate / Advanced

Accommodations
Hotel *** (Included)
Camp (1 night)

Type of tour
Guided

Price per person

From

Type of road
50% Gravel / 50% Paviment

This area of Northern Patagonia is home to one of the largest concentrations of volcanoes in the world. A route that takes us along the base of five of them is undoubtedly an unforgettable experience. The Mocho, Choshuenco, Villarrica, Quetrupillán, and Lanín volcanoes, with their spectacular conical shapes, will be the constant guardians of this amazing cycling adventure.

THE EXPERIENCES

Explore the land of volcanoes, enjoy their conical silhouettes, and discover their traces in every inch of the terrain we travel.
Travel through the heart of the Valdivian rainforest, surrounded by dense forests of ancient giant araucaria trees.
Cross the Andes Mountains twice by bike. Enjoy the cuisine of the Pacific Ocean.

ITINERARY

Previous Day: Meeting in San Martín de los Andes.
Meeting with the guide to test the bicycles that will be used and finalize the details of the journey.

Day 1 | San Martín de Los Andes – Pucón
We begin our journey heading north, initially by vehicle for 100 km until the entrance to the National Park where we will get on our bicycles. A few kilometers later, we will stop to complete migration procedures and then, once in Chilean territory, start a long 30 km downhill ride on asphalt before switching to a gravel road with very little traffic.

Day 2 | Pucón
Our activity starts at 7 AM as we head by vehicle to the base of Villarrica Volcano (15 km). Once there, we begin the approximately six-hour ascent that takes us right to the edge of the large crater.

Day 3 | Pucón – Transvolcanic Route – Coñaripe
We will enjoy the Transvolcanic Route, entering Villarrica National Park between the Villarrica and Quetrupillán volcanoes.

Day 4 | Coñaripe – Laguna Verde
We will return to Argentina via the Carirriñe Pass. Once in Argentina, we head to our campsite at Laguna Verde, inside Lanín National Park.

Day 5 | Laguna Verde – San Martín de Los Andes
We will pass by Curruhué Grande and Curruhué Chico lakes as the large forests give way to a drier landscape while we head east.

TRIP SUMMARY

	Distance	Slope	Pavement	Gravel	Lodging
Day 1	88 km	780 mts	50 km	38 km	Hotel
Day 2	Asc. Villarrica
Day 3	67 km	1400 mts	20 km	47 km	Hotel
Day 4	72 km	2000 mts	32 km	40 km	Camp
Day 5	65 km	752 mts	0 km	65 km	Hotel

JOIN OUR OPEN DATES

December 2025

12 to 16

Only 10 spots available

Book now

March 2026

to be confirmed

INCLUDED SERVICES

preparation

✅ Personalized pre-trip assistance
✅ Pre-trip information (Checklist, Roadmap, meeting coordination)
✅ Tour description (Detailed itinerary with elevation profiles, GPS tracks, accommodations, weather-related tips, etc.)

Accommodation and meals

✅ 4 nights in selected hotels and inns (estancias), based on double occupancy
✅ 1 night camping at Laguna Verde with all necessary equipment
✅ Breakfasts at the hotels
✅ Meals and drinks along the route during the journey
✅ 4 lunches at regional restaurants or picnic-style
✅ 1 dinner at the campsite

SUPPORT Vehicle and transfers

✅ Permanent support vehicle
✅ Trailer for transporting bicycles, luggage, and logistics (participants carry nothing on their bikes)
✅ Group transfers when required by the route

Logistics

✅ Satellite communication
✅ VHF communication between the group and the support vehicle
✅ Full-time guide and assistant
✅ Bicycle repair and cleaning equipment
✅ First aid kits and primary trauma care
✅ Emergency response protocol coordinated with our main office in San Martín de los Andes

NOT INCLUDED

✅ Dinner in the villages
✅ Bicycle rental
✅ Villarrica Volcano ascent or any other activity on Day 2 in Pucón

Optional Services

✅Conventional bike rental: $45 per day
✅Electric bike rental: $60 per day ✅ Transfers to the starting point

BOOK YOUR SPOT

How We Work

-Throughout the tour, the support vehicle with the trailer is always with us. You don’t need to carry anything—everything you need will be available when you need it.
-The guides prepare delicious lunches, tailored to your diet, easy to digest, and varied throughout the tour. You’re going to love them.
-At the end of each day, the guides will clean and fix any issues so your bike is ready to enjoy the next morning.
-We prepare thoroughly to avoid incidents, but if something does happen, our guides are certified in first aid and we follow an Emergency Response Protocol that involves the entire company to ensure a fast and effective resolution of any situation.