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Easter Island (Rapa Nui)

Easter Island: The Majesty and Mystery of Rapa Nui

Program No. 16342RJ
Alongside an archaeologist, dig into one of the world’s most enduring mysteries as you explore Easter Island and its ancient moai. Plus, share a traditional meal with a local family!

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LODGING & MEALS
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Sep 27, 2025 - Oct 07, 2025
Sep 06, 2025 - Sep 16, 2025
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Nov 01, 2025 - Nov 11, 2025
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Jan 31, 2026 - Feb 12, 2026
Feb 21, 2026 - Mar 03, 2026
Mar 07, 2026 - Mar 17, 2026
Apr 04, 2026 - Apr 14, 2026
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What You'll Eat
8 Breakfasts
7 Lunches
8 Dinners
Total: 23 Meals
The following choices may be available when requested in advance: Vegetarian
Where You'll Stay
1 NIGHT
Location: Santiago
Situated in the center of Santiago’s business and financial district, the Hotel Plaza San Francisco is conveniently located within walking distance of historical attractions, such as the Santiago Opera House and the Chilean Pre-Columbian Museum, as well as shopping areas. Soothing décor that includes hardwood paneling, tapestries, period furniture and art evoke a sense of the true Chile and its Bristol Restaurant has received a variety of national and international culinary distinctions, including the Best Chilean Modern Kitchen Restaurant in 2014.
Hotel Otai
6 NIGHTS
Location: Rapa Nui-Easter Island
The Hotel Otai is a quaint, locally-owned hotel located in the heart of Hanga Roa town and a short walk from, shops, restaurants, municipal buildings, community markets and the coastline. Otai means "In the Coast" in the Rapa Nui language. It is in an excellent location to get a real feel for community life on Rapa Nui. A short distance below the Hotel Otai is the pier where fishing boats return every evening with their catch of huge tuna and pacific lobsters. Archeology sites with restored statues abound along the coastline and this area of the coast provides a favorite sunset walk for tourist and locals alike. Originally, Hotel Otai was a small guesthouse called “Rosita’s. Rosita and Nico Haoa were the first Rapa Nui family to host tourists at their home in the late 1960’s. Their home was where the archeologist William Mulloy lived with his family in 1960 while working on the restoration of Ahu Akivi. The Hotel Otai has also hosted many famous visitors, movie stars and scientists over the years and can rightly claim its place as the “Historic Hotel” of Rapa Nui. The beautiful gardens and informal atmosphere of the Hotel Otai is a perfect to place to get a feel for Rapa Nui culture and experience the attitude of hospitality that is a unique blend of Polynesian and Latin American culture.
1 NIGHT
Location: Santiago, Providencia
Diego de Almagro Providencia is well located in the bustling retail neighborhood of Providencia. The natural beauty of the area can be appreciated at Plaza Perú and Parque Bicentenario. It is walking distance from well known attractions such as Sky Costanera, Jardin Japones, Grand Santiago Tower, and multiple Metro lines. There are also multiple shopping centers and many popular restaurants throughout the neighborhood.
1 NIGHT
Location: Santiago
Situated in the center of Santiago’s business and financial district, the Hotel Plaza San Francisco is conveniently located within walking distance of historical attractions, such as the Santiago Opera House and the Chilean Pre-Columbian Museum, as well as shopping areas. Soothing décor that includes hardwood paneling, tapestries, period furniture and art evoke a sense of the true Chile and its Bristol Restaurant has received a variety of national and international culinary distinctions, including the Best Chilean Modern Kitchen Restaurant in 2014.
Hotel Otai
6 NIGHTS
Location: Rapa Nui-Easter Island
The Hotel Otai is a quaint, locally-owned hotel located in the heart of Hanga Roa town and a short walk from, shops, restaurants, municipal buildings, community markets and the coastline. Otai means "In the Coast" in the Rapa Nui language. It is in an excellent location to get a real feel for community life on Rapa Nui. A short distance below the Hotel Otai is the pier where fishing boats return every evening with their catch of huge tuna and pacific lobsters. Archeology sites with restored statues abound along the coastline and this area of the coast provides a favorite sunset walk for tourist and locals alike. Originally, Hotel Otai was a small guesthouse called “Rosita’s. Rosita and Nico Haoa were the first Rapa Nui family to host tourists at their home in the late 1960’s. Their home was where the archeologist William Mulloy lived with his family in 1960 while working on the restoration of Ahu Akivi. The Hotel Otai has also hosted many famous visitors, movie stars and scientists over the years and can rightly claim its place as the “Historic Hotel” of Rapa Nui. The beautiful gardens and informal atmosphere of the Hotel Otai is a perfect to place to get a feel for Rapa Nui culture and experience the attitude of hospitality that is a unique blend of Polynesian and Latin American culture.
1 NIGHT
Location: Santiago, Providencia
Diego de Almagro Providencia is well located in the bustling retail neighborhood of Providencia. The natural beauty of the area can be appreciated at Plaza Perú and Parque Bicentenario. It is walking distance from well known attractions such as Sky Costanera, Jardin Japones, Grand Santiago Tower, and multiple Metro lines. There are also multiple shopping centers and many popular restaurants throughout the neighborhood.
1 NIGHT
Location: Santiago
Situated in the center of Santiago’s business and financial district, the Hotel Plaza San Francisco is conveniently located within walking distance of historical attractions, such as the Santiago Opera House and the Chilean Pre-Columbian Museum, as well as shopping areas. Soothing décor that includes hardwood paneling, tapestries, period furniture and art evoke a sense of the true Chile and its Bristol Restaurant has received a variety of national and international culinary distinctions, including the Best Chilean Modern Kitchen Restaurant in 2014.
Hotel Otai
6 NIGHTS
Location: Rapa Nui-Easter Island
The Hotel Otai is a quaint, locally-owned hotel located in the heart of Hanga Roa town and a short walk from, shops, restaurants, municipal buildings, community markets and the coastline. Otai means "In the Coast" in the Rapa Nui language. It is in an excellent location to get a real feel for community life on Rapa Nui. A short distance below the Hotel Otai is the pier where fishing boats return every evening with their catch of huge tuna and pacific lobsters. Archeology sites with restored statues abound along the coastline and this area of the coast provides a favorite sunset walk for tourist and locals alike. Originally, Hotel Otai was a small guesthouse called “Rosita’s. Rosita and Nico Haoa were the first Rapa Nui family to host tourists at their home in the late 1960’s. Their home was where the archeologist William Mulloy lived with his family in 1960 while working on the restoration of Ahu Akivi. The Hotel Otai has also hosted many famous visitors, movie stars and scientists over the years and can rightly claim its place as the “Historic Hotel” of Rapa Nui. The beautiful gardens and informal atmosphere of the Hotel Otai is a perfect to place to get a feel for Rapa Nui culture and experience the attitude of hospitality that is a unique blend of Polynesian and Latin American culture.
1 NIGHT
Location: Santiago, Providencia
Diego de Almagro Providencia is well located in the bustling retail neighborhood of Providencia. The natural beauty of the area can be appreciated at Plaza Perú and Parque Bicentenario. It is walking distance from well known attractions such as Sky Costanera, Jardin Japones, Grand Santiago Tower, and multiple Metro lines. There are also multiple shopping centers and many popular restaurants throughout the neighborhood.
1 NIGHT
Location: Santiago
Situated in the center of Santiago’s business and financial district, the Hotel Plaza San Francisco is conveniently located within walking distance of historical attractions, such as the Santiago Opera House and the Chilean Pre-Columbian Museum, as well as shopping areas. Soothing décor that includes hardwood paneling, tapestries, period furniture and art evoke a sense of the true Chile and its Bristol Restaurant has received a variety of national and international culinary distinctions, including the Best Chilean Modern Kitchen Restaurant in 2014.
Hotel Otai
6 NIGHTS
Location: Rapa Nui-Easter Island
The Hotel Otai is a quaint, locally-owned hotel located in the heart of Hanga Roa town and a short walk from, shops, restaurants, municipal buildings, community markets and the coastline. Otai means "In the Coast" in the Rapa Nui language. It is in an excellent location to get a real feel for community life on Rapa Nui. A short distance below the Hotel Otai is the pier where fishing boats return every evening with their catch of huge tuna and pacific lobsters. Archeology sites with restored statues abound along the coastline and this area of the coast provides a favorite sunset walk for tourist and locals alike. Originally, Hotel Otai was a small guesthouse called “Rosita’s. Rosita and Nico Haoa were the first Rapa Nui family to host tourists at their home in the late 1960’s. Their home was where the archeologist William Mulloy lived with his family in 1960 while working on the restoration of Ahu Akivi. The Hotel Otai has also hosted many famous visitors, movie stars and scientists over the years and can rightly claim its place as the “Historic Hotel” of Rapa Nui. The beautiful gardens and informal atmosphere of the Hotel Otai is a perfect to place to get a feel for Rapa Nui culture and experience the attitude of hospitality that is a unique blend of Polynesian and Latin American culture.
1 NIGHT
Location: Santiago, Providencia
Diego de Almagro Providencia is well located in the bustling retail neighborhood of Providencia. The natural beauty of the area can be appreciated at Plaza Perú and Parque Bicentenario. It is walking distance from well known attractions such as Sky Costanera, Jardin Japones, Grand Santiago Tower, and multiple Metro lines. There are also multiple shopping centers and many popular restaurants throughout the neighborhood.
1 NIGHT
Location: Santiago
Situated in the center of Santiago’s business and financial district, the Hotel Plaza San Francisco is conveniently located within walking distance of historical attractions, such as the Santiago Opera House and the Chilean Pre-Columbian Museum, as well as shopping areas. Soothing décor that includes hardwood paneling, tapestries, period furniture and art evoke a sense of the true Chile and its Bristol Restaurant has received a variety of national and international culinary distinctions, including the Best Chilean Modern Kitchen Restaurant in 2014.
Hotel Otai
8 NIGHTS
Location: Rapa Nui-Easter Island
The Hotel Otai is a quaint, locally-owned hotel located in the heart of Hanga Roa town and a short walk from, shops, restaurants, municipal buildings, community markets and the coastline. Otai means "In the Coast" in the Rapa Nui language. It is in an excellent location to get a real feel for community life on Rapa Nui. A short distance below the Hotel Otai is the pier where fishing boats return every evening with their catch of huge tuna and pacific lobsters. Archeology sites with restored statues abound along the coastline and this area of the coast provides a favorite sunset walk for tourist and locals alike. Originally, Hotel Otai was a small guesthouse called “Rosita’s. Rosita and Nico Haoa were the first Rapa Nui family to host tourists at their home in the late 1960’s. Their home was where the archeologist William Mulloy lived with his family in 1960 while working on the restoration of Ahu Akivi. The Hotel Otai has also hosted many famous visitors, movie stars and scientists over the years and can rightly claim its place as the “Historic Hotel” of Rapa Nui. The beautiful gardens and informal atmosphere of the Hotel Otai is a perfect to place to get a feel for Rapa Nui culture and experience the attitude of hospitality that is a unique blend of Polynesian and Latin American culture.
1 NIGHT
Location: Santiago, Providencia
Diego de Almagro Providencia is well located in the bustling retail neighborhood of Providencia. The natural beauty of the area can be appreciated at Plaza Perú and Parque Bicentenario. It is walking distance from well known attractions such as Sky Costanera, Jardin Japones, Grand Santiago Tower, and multiple Metro lines. There are also multiple shopping centers and many popular restaurants throughout the neighborhood.
1 NIGHT
Location: Santiago
Situated in the center of Santiago’s business and financial district, the Hotel Plaza San Francisco is conveniently located within walking distance of historical attractions, such as the Santiago Opera House and the Chilean Pre-Columbian Museum, as well as shopping areas. Soothing décor that includes hardwood paneling, tapestries, period furniture and art evoke a sense of the true Chile and its Bristol Restaurant has received a variety of national and international culinary distinctions, including the Best Chilean Modern Kitchen Restaurant in 2014.
Hotel Otai
6 NIGHTS
Location: Rapa Nui-Easter Island
The Hotel Otai is a quaint, locally-owned hotel located in the heart of Hanga Roa town and a short walk from, shops, restaurants, municipal buildings, community markets and the coastline. Otai means "In the Coast" in the Rapa Nui language. It is in an excellent location to get a real feel for community life on Rapa Nui. A short distance below the Hotel Otai is the pier where fishing boats return every evening with their catch of huge tuna and pacific lobsters. Archeology sites with restored statues abound along the coastline and this area of the coast provides a favorite sunset walk for tourist and locals alike. Originally, Hotel Otai was a small guesthouse called “Rosita’s. Rosita and Nico Haoa were the first Rapa Nui family to host tourists at their home in the late 1960’s. Their home was where the archeologist William Mulloy lived with his family in 1960 while working on the restoration of Ahu Akivi. The Hotel Otai has also hosted many famous visitors, movie stars and scientists over the years and can rightly claim its place as the “Historic Hotel” of Rapa Nui. The beautiful gardens and informal atmosphere of the Hotel Otai is a perfect to place to get a feel for Rapa Nui culture and experience the attitude of hospitality that is a unique blend of Polynesian and Latin American culture.
1 NIGHT
Location: Santiago, Providencia
Diego de Almagro Providencia is well located in the bustling retail neighborhood of Providencia. The natural beauty of the area can be appreciated at Plaza Perú and Parque Bicentenario. It is walking distance from well known attractions such as Sky Costanera, Jardin Japones, Grand Santiago Tower, and multiple Metro lines. There are also multiple shopping centers and many popular restaurants throughout the neighborhood.
1 NIGHT
Location: Santiago
Situated in the center of Santiago’s business and financial district, the Hotel Plaza San Francisco is conveniently located within walking distance of historical attractions, such as the Santiago Opera House and the Chilean Pre-Columbian Museum, as well as shopping areas. Soothing décor that includes hardwood paneling, tapestries, period furniture and art evoke a sense of the true Chile and its Bristol Restaurant has received a variety of national and international culinary distinctions, including the Best Chilean Modern Kitchen Restaurant in 2014.
Hotel Otai
6 NIGHTS
Location: Rapa Nui-Easter Island
The Hotel Otai is a quaint, locally-owned hotel located in the heart of Hanga Roa town and a short walk from, shops, restaurants, municipal buildings, community markets and the coastline. Otai means "In the Coast" in the Rapa Nui language. It is in an excellent location to get a real feel for community life on Rapa Nui. A short distance below the Hotel Otai is the pier where fishing boats return every evening with their catch of huge tuna and pacific lobsters. Archeology sites with restored statues abound along the coastline and this area of the coast provides a favorite sunset walk for tourist and locals alike. Originally, Hotel Otai was a small guesthouse called “Rosita’s. Rosita and Nico Haoa were the first Rapa Nui family to host tourists at their home in the late 1960’s. Their home was where the archeologist William Mulloy lived with his family in 1960 while working on the restoration of Ahu Akivi. The Hotel Otai has also hosted many famous visitors, movie stars and scientists over the years and can rightly claim its place as the “Historic Hotel” of Rapa Nui. The beautiful gardens and informal atmosphere of the Hotel Otai is a perfect to place to get a feel for Rapa Nui culture and experience the attitude of hospitality that is a unique blend of Polynesian and Latin American culture.
1 NIGHT
Location: Santiago, Providencia
Diego de Almagro Providencia is well located in the bustling retail neighborhood of Providencia. The natural beauty of the area can be appreciated at Plaza Perú and Parque Bicentenario. It is walking distance from well known attractions such as Sky Costanera, Jardin Japones, Grand Santiago Tower, and multiple Metro lines. There are also multiple shopping centers and many popular restaurants throughout the neighborhood.
1 NIGHT
Location: Santiago
Situated in the center of Santiago’s business and financial district, the Hotel Plaza San Francisco is conveniently located within walking distance of historical attractions, such as the Santiago Opera House and the Chilean Pre-Columbian Museum, as well as shopping areas. Soothing décor that includes hardwood paneling, tapestries, period furniture and art evoke a sense of the true Chile and its Bristol Restaurant has received a variety of national and international culinary distinctions, including the Best Chilean Modern Kitchen Restaurant in 2014.
Hotel Otai
6 NIGHTS
Location: Rapa Nui-Easter Island
The Hotel Otai is a quaint, locally-owned hotel located in the heart of Hanga Roa town and a short walk from, shops, restaurants, municipal buildings, community markets and the coastline. Otai means "In the Coast" in the Rapa Nui language. It is in an excellent location to get a real feel for community life on Rapa Nui. A short distance below the Hotel Otai is the pier where fishing boats return every evening with their catch of huge tuna and pacific lobsters. Archeology sites with restored statues abound along the coastline and this area of the coast provides a favorite sunset walk for tourist and locals alike. Originally, Hotel Otai was a small guesthouse called “Rosita’s. Rosita and Nico Haoa were the first Rapa Nui family to host tourists at their home in the late 1960’s. Their home was where the archeologist William Mulloy lived with his family in 1960 while working on the restoration of Ahu Akivi. The Hotel Otai has also hosted many famous visitors, movie stars and scientists over the years and can rightly claim its place as the “Historic Hotel” of Rapa Nui. The beautiful gardens and informal atmosphere of the Hotel Otai is a perfect to place to get a feel for Rapa Nui culture and experience the attitude of hospitality that is a unique blend of Polynesian and Latin American culture.
1 NIGHT
Location: Santiago, Providencia
Diego de Almagro Providencia is well located in the bustling retail neighborhood of Providencia. The natural beauty of the area can be appreciated at Plaza Perú and Parque Bicentenario. It is walking distance from well known attractions such as Sky Costanera, Jardin Japones, Grand Santiago Tower, and multiple Metro lines. There are also multiple shopping centers and many popular restaurants throughout the neighborhood.
1 NIGHT
Location: Santiago
Situated in the center of Santiago’s business and financial district, the Hotel Plaza San Francisco is conveniently located within walking distance of historical attractions, such as the Santiago Opera House and the Chilean Pre-Columbian Museum, as well as shopping areas. Soothing décor that includes hardwood paneling, tapestries, period furniture and art evoke a sense of the true Chile and its Bristol Restaurant has received a variety of national and international culinary distinctions, including the Best Chilean Modern Kitchen Restaurant in 2014.
Hotel Otai
6 NIGHTS
Location: Rapa Nui-Easter Island
The Hotel Otai is a quaint, locally-owned hotel located in the heart of Hanga Roa town and a short walk from, shops, restaurants, municipal buildings, community markets and the coastline. Otai means "In the Coast" in the Rapa Nui language. It is in an excellent location to get a real feel for community life on Rapa Nui. A short distance below the Hotel Otai is the pier where fishing boats return every evening with their catch of huge tuna and pacific lobsters. Archeology sites with restored statues abound along the coastline and this area of the coast provides a favorite sunset walk for tourist and locals alike. Originally, Hotel Otai was a small guesthouse called “Rosita’s. Rosita and Nico Haoa were the first Rapa Nui family to host tourists at their home in the late 1960’s. Their home was where the archeologist William Mulloy lived with his family in 1960 while working on the restoration of Ahu Akivi. The Hotel Otai has also hosted many famous visitors, movie stars and scientists over the years and can rightly claim its place as the “Historic Hotel” of Rapa Nui. The beautiful gardens and informal atmosphere of the Hotel Otai is a perfect to place to get a feel for Rapa Nui culture and experience the attitude of hospitality that is a unique blend of Polynesian and Latin American culture.
1 NIGHT
Location: Santiago, Providencia
Diego de Almagro Providencia is well located in the bustling retail neighborhood of Providencia. The natural beauty of the area can be appreciated at Plaza Perú and Parque Bicentenario. It is walking distance from well known attractions such as Sky Costanera, Jardin Japones, Grand Santiago Tower, and multiple Metro lines. There are also multiple shopping centers and many popular restaurants throughout the neighborhood.
1 NIGHT
Location: Santiago
Situated in the center of Santiago’s business and financial district, the Hotel Plaza San Francisco is conveniently located within walking distance of historical attractions, such as the Santiago Opera House and the Chilean Pre-Columbian Museum, as well as shopping areas. Soothing décor that includes hardwood paneling, tapestries, period furniture and art evoke a sense of the true Chile and its Bristol Restaurant has received a variety of national and international culinary distinctions, including the Best Chilean Modern Kitchen Restaurant in 2014.
Hotel Otai
6 NIGHTS
Location: Rapa Nui-Easter Island
The Hotel Otai is a quaint, locally-owned hotel located in the heart of Hanga Roa town and a short walk from, shops, restaurants, municipal buildings, community markets and the coastline. Otai means "In the Coast" in the Rapa Nui language. It is in an excellent location to get a real feel for community life on Rapa Nui. A short distance below the Hotel Otai is the pier where fishing boats return every evening with their catch of huge tuna and pacific lobsters. Archeology sites with restored statues abound along the coastline and this area of the coast provides a favorite sunset walk for tourist and locals alike. Originally, Hotel Otai was a small guesthouse called “Rosita’s. Rosita and Nico Haoa were the first Rapa Nui family to host tourists at their home in the late 1960’s. Their home was where the archeologist William Mulloy lived with his family in 1960 while working on the restoration of Ahu Akivi. The Hotel Otai has also hosted many famous visitors, movie stars and scientists over the years and can rightly claim its place as the “Historic Hotel” of Rapa Nui. The beautiful gardens and informal atmosphere of the Hotel Otai is a perfect to place to get a feel for Rapa Nui culture and experience the attitude of hospitality that is a unique blend of Polynesian and Latin American culture.
1 NIGHT
Location: Santiago, Providencia
Diego de Almagro Providencia is well located in the bustling retail neighborhood of Providencia. The natural beauty of the area can be appreciated at Plaza Perú and Parque Bicentenario. It is walking distance from well known attractions such as Sky Costanera, Jardin Japones, Grand Santiago Tower, and multiple Metro lines. There are also multiple shopping centers and many popular restaurants throughout the neighborhood.
1 NIGHT
Location: Santiago
Situated in the center of Santiago’s business and financial district, the Hotel Plaza San Francisco is conveniently located within walking distance of historical attractions, such as the Santiago Opera House and the Chilean Pre-Columbian Museum, as well as shopping areas. Soothing décor that includes hardwood paneling, tapestries, period furniture and art evoke a sense of the true Chile and its Bristol Restaurant has received a variety of national and international culinary distinctions, including the Best Chilean Modern Kitchen Restaurant in 2014.
Hotel Otai
6 NIGHTS
Location: Rapa Nui-Easter Island
The Hotel Otai is a quaint, locally-owned hotel located in the heart of Hanga Roa town and a short walk from, shops, restaurants, municipal buildings, community markets and the coastline. Otai means "In the Coast" in the Rapa Nui language. It is in an excellent location to get a real feel for community life on Rapa Nui. A short distance below the Hotel Otai is the pier where fishing boats return every evening with their catch of huge tuna and pacific lobsters. Archeology sites with restored statues abound along the coastline and this area of the coast provides a favorite sunset walk for tourist and locals alike. Originally, Hotel Otai was a small guesthouse called “Rosita’s. Rosita and Nico Haoa were the first Rapa Nui family to host tourists at their home in the late 1960’s. Their home was where the archeologist William Mulloy lived with his family in 1960 while working on the restoration of Ahu Akivi. The Hotel Otai has also hosted many famous visitors, movie stars and scientists over the years and can rightly claim its place as the “Historic Hotel” of Rapa Nui. The beautiful gardens and informal atmosphere of the Hotel Otai is a perfect to place to get a feel for Rapa Nui culture and experience the attitude of hospitality that is a unique blend of Polynesian and Latin American culture.
1 NIGHT
Location: Santiago, Providencia
Diego de Almagro Providencia is well located in the bustling retail neighborhood of Providencia. The natural beauty of the area can be appreciated at Plaza Perú and Parque Bicentenario. It is walking distance from well known attractions such as Sky Costanera, Jardin Japones, Grand Santiago Tower, and multiple Metro lines. There are also multiple shopping centers and many popular restaurants throughout the neighborhood.





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