Day 1: Santiago (SCL) to Ranu Kau-Orongo / Museum / Tahai / Rapa Nui Dancers with Dinner

Be at Santiago airport at least 3h prior to scheduled departure. Flight from Santiago to Hanga Roa, Rapa Nui is 5.5 hours. Local tour guide will be waiting for you upon arrival. Transfer and check in to hotel then have lunch (at your expense)  Visit ancient OrongoTown. Located on the footsteps of Rano Kau Volcano Crater (with many lagoons inside), and on the side of the cliffs where the Tangata Manu ancient contest (Birdman cult) has been held, while enjoying expansive views of the Motus Islands. Visit the Rapa Nui Anthropological Museum then return to town to prepare for an amazing evening with an energetic Polynesian dance show at a local restaurant including dinner. (B at hotel in SCL, D)

Hotel: 3* or upgrade on request with private bathroom and breakfast (Free WIFI is usually available but subject to interruptions)

Day 2: Myths and Legends Easter Island and Moai Statues

Ahu Akivi / Caves / Anakena / Rano Raraku AM After breakfast in your hotel. your local tour guide will pick up to begin exploring the island. Your first stop is Ahu Akivi: a ceremonial platform where you find the only moai statues looking at the ocean. Continue exploring nearby amazing caves with incredible views of the Pacific Ocean.  This is where the ancient people of Rapa Nui used to look for shelter and places to hide. Stop to relax at Anakena Beach and eat lunch (at your expense). Continue the guided tour by van to Rano Raraku Volcano, the "industry" or quarry of Moais. This is where most of the Moais were built and you will see statues still in progress before everything stopped. Return to your hotel where you prepare to dine in a local restaurant on your own. (B) (the order of activities may be shuffled if needed)
Hotel: 3* with private bathroom and breakfast (Free WIFI is usually available but subject to interruptions)

Day 3: Ahu Tongariki / Fly from Easter Island to Santiago

Visit Ahu Tongariki, the most famous Ahu, with 15 ancient statues standing against the stunning ocean landscape backdrop. OPTIONAL Hike through serene grassy meadows to view the tallest spot on the island. Although Terevaka volcano is extinct, you can see the old crater and amazing 360 degree views of the whole Island surrounded by sea. The hike is easy and has a duration around 2.5 hours roundtrip.  Return to hotel for luggage followed by lunch on your own. Transfer to the airport to board flight to return to Santiago (SCL). Arrive Santiago (usually after 9pm). Conclusion of Service.

Note: cost subject to change due to fluctuations in flight rates