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Tourist Information

If you wish to take some time off before or after the Conference, we invite you to explore Chile and its incredible diversity of landscapes. You cannot miss Chile's top destinations: San Pedro de Atacama and the Moon Valley--the most bizarre and at the same time the most breathtaking landscapes you have ever seen.
Easter Island--you cannot leave Chile without seeing the famous moais statues, savouring the exotic dishes and dancing to Polynesian music.
Santiago--absolute must is the Pre-Columbian museum of art and the San Cristobal hill, climb high and hold your breath as you enjoy the spectacular panoramic view of the city below with the snow-capped Andes mountains on the background.
Wineries--visit the most famous Chilean wineries of Concha y Toro and Cousino Macul and prepare for some serious wine tasting. Beach town of Vina del Mar, bohemian port town of Valparaiso and Pablo Neruda's house on Isla Negra are also worth a visit.
Maule region--enjoy great hiking and trekking.
Chiloé Island--experience the true Chilean spirit and discover the mysteries of the ancient southern fairy-tales. Witness how houses are being relocated and transported on water and enjoy the local Chiloé folk music which will definitely touch your heart.
Southern lake district--climb volcanoes and then relax in the natural hot tubs. What can be better?
Patagonia and the glaciers--enjoy breathtaking sceneries and natural wonders. While you are here you absolutely cannot miss Torres del Paine National Park.
San Rafael Lagoon--see how one of the biggest glaciers melts down.
The Antarctic--for the most daring and adventurous. Watch penguin colonies and walk through the snowy desert.

If you are interested in these or any other tours, please contact directly the following travel agencies:

www.altue.com (hight quality services, variety of national destinations, customised programmes)
www.santiagoadventures.com (short half-day and full day cultural, sightseeing, shopping and wine tours)

Other agencies:

http://www.skorpios.cl/index2.htm (cruises to the Patagonian ice fields)

http://www.navimag.com (boat trips in Southern Chile and Patagonia)

Please note that October is a spring month in Chile and still the low tourist season. This usually means the decreased flight frequency to some destinations and unavailability of some tours. Please contact the travel agent well in advance to book the tours.

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