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Circuito Chico

San Carlos de Bariloche, Argentina
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San Diego, California
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 May 2013 NEW via mobile

Since the circuit pretty much sticks along the edge of the lake, the trail/road stays fairly flat. There are lots of little side trails to stunning viewpoints over the various lakes.

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Inle lake, Myanmar
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 May 2013

My partner and I loved riding around the circuit. It's a fantastic way to spend the day in beautiful surroundings. Top tip: take your time and occasionally leave the bikes behind and trek some of the paths off the main road. Make sure you stop off at Gilbert's (local brewery) before you return the bikes. They serve an excellent stout... More

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New York City
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 May 2013

Anyone can take this day trip and it is well worth it. Any hotel will have a map of the Circuito Chico, and it's actually very easy to follow, even for someone like me who relies on GPS devices and has a lot of trouble reading maps. The Circuito Chico takes you outside of Bariloche, across to the other side... More

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Buenos Aires, Argentina
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 April 2013

Visited Bariloche last year during spring time and was amazed by the views along the Circuito Chico. This is a day trip you should definitely not miss out on, while visiting Bariloche. Take the bike if you are active! The route begins just out of the Bariloche center and is very easy to follow, besides that there’s almost no traffic... More

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Rockville Centre, New York
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 March 2013

A short distance south of Barilochie center you can pick up this circular route. Get a map at most hotels or the tourist information center that will show the route and main stops. Ask for special stops. Figure spending a leisurely half day. Stop at all of the wonderful vistas.Go down a few side roads to some of the beaches.Go... More

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asheville, north carolina
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 March 2013

I rode a bicycle around most of the Circuito Chico. It is, quite simply, stunningly beautiful -- lakes, mountains, forest, etc. I recommend this trip.

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Leicester
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 March 2013

Travelled by four wheel drive coach around the area which gave absorbing views of the lakes,mountains in a panoramic fashion.How can you really describe this area it has to be experienced and the air tasted and breathed to understand and appreciate what is on offer

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Lisbon, Portugal
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 March 2013

The circuit starts in Bariloche and goes around for several beautiful spots. You can do it by car. I preferred to do it by bus / hiking. It finishes in Vila Suiça, where you can get the bus back to Bariloche. You have to hurry to arrive on time to get the bus back!. But really, if I could turn... More

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Sydney, Australia
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 March 2013

If you need an easy day driving from stunning viewpoint to more stunning viewpoints then the Circuito Chico is for you. If you want to be a little more active there are some great short walks to the top of Cerro Llao Llao (30 minutes) or a little longer to Roca Negra (very steep climb for 45 minutes with a... More

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Buenos Aires, Argentina
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 February 2013

25 years ago this was a totally breathtaking excursion... Unfortunately it has now become like driving in a green tunnel.. Can´t see the forest for the trees..The vegetation on the lake side of the road has been allowed to grow becoming a dense view blocker... Bariloche needs to do something to restore the amazing views that were ever present while... More

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