The rough guide to Chile & Easter Island

by Edwards, Nick, (Travel writer)

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Title Statements

Full title :The rough guide to Chile & Easter Island / updated by Nick Edwards, Anna Kaminski, Shafik Meghji and Sorrel Moseley-Williams.

Summary

"Whether you plan to sail around the glaciers of Patagonia or soak your bones in volcanic hot springs, taste wines in the picturesque Maule Valley or wonder at the mysterious Easter Island moai, The Rough Guide to Chile and Easter Island will show you the ideal places to sleep, eat, drink, shop and visit along the way. -Independent, trusted reviews written with Rough Guides' trademark blend of humour, honesty and insight, to help you get the most out of your visit, with options to suit every budget. -Full-colour chapter maps throughout - so you can explore Torres del Paine National Park or the lively towns of Santiago and Valparaiso without needing to get online. -Stunning images - a rich collection of inspiring colour photography. -Things not to miss - Rough Guides' rundown of the best sights and experiences in Chile and Easter Island. -Itineraries - carefully planned routes to help you organize your trip. -Detailed coverage - this travel guide has in-depth practical advice for every step of the way. Areas covered include: -Santiago -Valparaiso -Elqui Valley -Atacama Desert -Iquique -Parque Nacional Lauca -Chiloe -Pucon -Parque Nacional Torres del Paine -Puerto Williams -Easter Island -Parque Nacional Patagonia -Parque Nacional Pumalin -Carretera Austral -Futaleufu Attractions include: -Travelling though the otherworldly landscapes of the Atacama Desert -Visiting the former homes of Pablo Neruda: Isla Negra, La Chascona and La Sebastiana -Sampling the nightlife in historic Valparaiso -Exploring the culture and myths of Chiloe -Sailing through the Beagle Channel in Tierra del Fuego -Spotting the moai statues of Easter Island -Wine tasting in the Central Valley -Hiking - and ice hiking - in Torres del Paine -Visiting the San Rafael Glacier -Stargazing in the Elqui Valley -Driving the Carretera Austral -Hiking in Parque Nacional Patagonia -World-class whitewater rafting on the Futaleufu Basics - essential pre-departure practical information including getting there, local transport, accommodation, food and drink, festivals and events, sports and outdoor activities, national parks, shopping and more. -Background information - a Contexts chapter devoted to history, landscape and the environment, recommended books, music and Chilean Spanish.“--Provided by publisher.

Edition Statements

Publication Date:2018.
Edition:Seventh edition

Publication Statements

Publisher(s):APA Publications
Place of Publication:London
Language:eng
Publication Date:2018.

Notes

Text and map on inside cover.

Previous editions entitled: The rough guide to Chile.

The Physical Object

Description:522 pages : : illustrations, maps ; : 20 cm.

Edition Identifiers

ISBN:9780241311653, 0241311659
oclc:on1060186710
Dewey Decimal:918.30466

Subjects

Chile Chile -- Guidebooks Easter Island Easter Island -- Guidebooks Guidebook Guidebooks Guides touristiques Pâques, Île de -- Guides travel guidebooks