Departing Santiago we will make a stop in Pirque, the heart of the Maipo Valley for a visit to one of the many wineries. We will continue traveling up Cajón del Maipo and we will check into the cozy Refugio Lo Valdes, a perfect place to relax and enjoy the afternoon. Later, we will drive into the mountains for a soak in the natural hot springs of Baños Colina. Surrounded by Andean peaks, the hot springs make for a spectacular setting. Returning to the Refugio we will have dinner and prepare for our hike the following day in El Morado.
On day 2 we begin our hike at Baños Morales, heading toward Laguna El Morado in the National Park. After a picnic lunch here, we then continue up the trail until we arrive at the San Francisco Glacier. This tour involves 6 hours of moderate hiking.
