**
EASTER ISLAND
DAY 01
TRANSFER EASTER ISLAND AIRPORT/ HOTEL
Meet & greet at the airport and transfer to the hotel.HALF DAY TOUR TO ORONGO
Departure from your hotel at Easter Island, to visit the Ana Kai Tangata cave; which has drawings of stylized birds on its walls representing the Manutara (sea swallows). Its precious egg was the center of the annual birdman competition.
Then we will visit the area of Vinapu, archaeological site which has large basalt slabs made carefully fit, and similar to the Cuzco Inca constructions. Also you will be able to appreciate the Rano Kau Volcano, a place where you will find a lake with small islands of reeds, lush vegetation and micro fauna.
Finally, you will arrive to the Orongo ceremonial village, once venue of the Birdman ceremony performance, at which the king was designated, who would be the spiritual and political leader during a period of one year. The sacred character of a shrunk human with a large beak was sculpted in many engraved stones.
Return to your hotel at Easter Island.
DAY 02
HALF DAY TOUR TO AHU AKIVI
Departure from your hotel at Easter Island to Ahu Akivi, one of the few platforms on the island where the Moais face the ocean. Legend tells that these structures represent the seven explorers sent by King Hotu Matu’a before his colonization voyage.
After this visit we will continue our trip toward the site of Puna Pau, a small red scoria crater, location at which the Pukao were made, a kind of hats or topknots placed on top of some Moais of the island.
Finally, visit Ahu Uri Aurenga, which has a single statue and has the distinction of having an orientation in the line of the winter solstice, marking not only the beginning of this season (tonga), but also the time of different taboo (prohibitions) regulating fishing and other activities on the island. Astronomically it is also facing east, lined with two neighboring hills, and Maunga Mataengo and Maunga Tararaina, as well as 2 smaller Ahu nearby.
At due time, we will enjoy one of the best restaurants on Rapa Nui. The typical food of the island is mainly based on sea products such as fish and seafood, so you will be able to try a three-course-menu with a delicious appetizer, main course and a dessert, all based on local products
Then, will enjoy a typical artistic show of the Rapa Nui culture. Each dance depicts scenes from everyday life, such as love and war, so in many of them we will see a great display of strength by the dancers, who will not cease to amaze you during your evening.
DAY 03
FULL DAY TOUR TO ANAKENA
Departure from your hotel at Easter Island to the east of the island to visit the Ahu Vaihu and Akahanga, temples formed by platforms or stone altars where Moais (huge monolithic figures carved of volcanic stone) and Pukaos (the hats or topknots formerly placed on top of some Moai statues) are assembled together. Continuing our trip, we will go to Rano Raraku, a volcanic crater formed of consolidated ash, which contains also a lagoon. The volcano has a historical significance for the island, because on its slopes the Moais were carved. Currently 397 of these impressive sculptures remain on the island.
Then we will visit the most surprising Ahu, a ceremonial platform, on the island. Ahu Tongariki consists of 15 huge Moais. But in fact, it is Te Pito Kura which has the largest statue erected on an Ahu, the Moai Paro, with 10 meters high and 85 tons in weight. Next to Te Pito Kura we will find a large spherical stone which is identified as the navel of the world – Te Pito o Te Henua.
Finally, we will finish our day resting at Anakena, the most popular beach on the island. Besides its natural beauty, which makes it a unique beach, is a row of Moais which turn their backs to the sea. Definitely Anakena is a unique landscape to enjoy before returning to our hotel at Easter Island.
Accommodation at the hotel of your choice in double rooms. (Breakfast – Box Lunch)
DAY 04
TRANSFER HOTEL / EASTER ISLAND AIRPORT
At due time, pick up at the hotel and transfer to Hanga Roa airport in order to take a flight to Santiago (Not Included).
NET PER PERSON IN
U. S. Dollars
EASTER ISLAND CLASSIC PROGRAM
Net per person based on double room
From USD 900,00
Included:
-
Services in private vehicle with local bilingual speaking guide.
-
Buffet breakfast at thehotel restaurant.
-
Dinner Show set menu: entre, main course & dessert, 01 beverage & coffee.
-
Any service cahrges and legal taxes that apply..
-
Rapa Nui National park entrance fee
-
Accommodation between regular check in (3.00pm) and regular check out (12:00noon).
Not Included:
-
Air tickets and airport taxes.
-
Gratuities for drivers & / or guides.
-
Restaurant tips
-
Hotel extras; laundry, phone calls etc.
EASTER ISLAND PREMIUM PROGRAM
Net per person based on double room
From USD 1.665,00
Included:
-
Transfer to and from Easter Island airport (IPC).
-
Accommodation 3 nights all inclusive system
-
Full board (breakfast, lunch, snack and dinner)
-
Alcoholic and Non-Alcoholic Drinks *Premium drinks and wines at additional cost.
-
Excursions menu for the passenger to select, two half day tours or full day excursion every
day in the company of other guests.
-
Lunch is not considered on arrival or departure day.
Not Included:
-
Air ticket and airport taxes.
-
Gratuities for guides and7 or drivers.
-
Gratuities in restaurants.
-
Hotel extras such as: Laundry, phone calls, mini bar, etc.
-
Any item not mentioned in the itinerary.
IMPORTANT NOTES
- Museums in Chile are open every day, all year except for Mondays and holidays.
AIR TICKETS
- Does not include air tickets.
We recommend purchasing domestic flights with your international flights through your travel agent.
For further assistance please contact
fides2015@sportstour.cl
Recommended Flight
- Santiago – Easter Island AM LA 841 9:25 – 13:20 - Easter Island– Santiago PM LA 842 14:40 – 21:20
