Frequently Asked Questions 40 answers
Booking & Payment
You can book your executive transfer in 3 ways:
- WhatsApp: +56 9 3753 4781 (fastest)
- Online form: On our home page
- Phone: Call us directly
We confirm instantly with a fixed price and assigned driver.
We recommend booking at least 4 hours in advance.
During high season (December - March), we suggest booking 24-48 hours ahead to guarantee availability.
We accept multiple payment methods:
- Cash (Chilean pesos)
- Bank transfer
- Debit / credit cards
You can pay at the time of service or in advance, whichever you prefer.
Our rates are listed in Chilean pesos (CLP). If you need to pay in another currency, contact us to coordinate the available options. We can provide approximate USD equivalents upon request.
Yes, we accept cash, bank transfer, credit and debit cards (please let us know when booking), and digital payments.
Payment can be made directly to the driver or in advance, as you prefer.
Yes, we issue an electronic receipt (boleta) for each service. If you need a formal invoice (factura), provide your tax ID when booking and we will email it to you.
We monitor your flight in real time. If there is a delay, we automatically adjust the pickup time at no extra charge.
You do not need to notify us -- our system detects the changes automatically.
Cancellations more than 12 hours in advance are free of charge. You can also cancel at no cost up to 2 hours before service for flight-related changes.
Modifications to schedule or destination are free and coordinated instantly via WhatsApp.
Yes, we offer round-trip services with a 5% discount. We also provide waiting services for errands, shopping, or short visits.
Ask about special rates for full-day services or customized tours.
Yes, we have corporate rates and volume discounts for businesses and frequent clients. Contact us for a personalized proposal based on your transportation needs.
Prices & Rates
Executive Sedan (1-4 passengers): $23.000 (~$25 USD)
Executive Van (1-7 passengers): $40.000 (~$43 USD)
Premium Van (1-13 passengers): $63.000 (~$68 USD)
Fixed prices with no hidden fees or surcharges.
Executive Sedan (1-4 passengers): $152.000 (~$165 USD)
Executive Van (1-7 passengers): $203.000 (~$221 USD)
Premium Van (1-13 passengers): $262.000 (~$285 USD)
The trip takes approximately 2 hours 45 minutes through scenic southern Chile landscapes.
The transfer from Valdivia to Niebla costs $22.000 (~$24 USD) by executive sedan. For Corral, we include the ride to the Niebla ferry dock.
Contact us via WhatsApp for updated pricing on all routes.
All our prices are per vehicle, not per person. An executive sedan for 1 passenger costs the same as for 3 passengers.
This makes group travel significantly more economical.
The service includes:
- Door-to-door pickup and drop-off
- Professional driver
- Executive vehicle with air conditioning
- Real-time flight monitoring
- Complimentary mineral water
- Luggage assistance
A transfer is a pre-booked service with the following advantages:
- Fixed price: No meter -- the price does not change due to traffic or detours
- Exclusive vehicle: Only for you and your group
- Professional driver: Pre-assigned before your trip
- Flight monitoring: Adjusts automatically to schedule changes
- Door-to-door service: Picks you up and drops you off exactly where you need
Vehicles & Service
Our fleet includes:
- Executive sedans (1-4 pax): Air conditioning and 500L trunk space
- Executive vans (1-7 pax): Ample room for luggage
- Premium vans (1-13 pax): VIP-style seating
All vehicles are modern, meticulously clean, and carry full insurance coverage.
Yes, all our vehicles have air conditioning and heating to ensure your comfort in any season -- from hot summer days to cold winter trips.
Yes, we provide baby seats and booster seats at no additional cost. Request them when booking and indicate the child's age so we can prepare the appropriate seat.
Yes, our vans can transport special luggage such as bicycles, skis, surfboards, and other sports equipment.
Let us know when booking so we can assign the right vehicle for your needs.
Some of our drivers speak English, not all of them. If you need an English-speaking driver, ask when you book and we will confirm availability, at no extra cost.
All drivers are trained to assist international tourists and can provide guidance about the area.
The executive sedan can accommodate up to 3 large suitcases plus carry-on bags. The executive and premium vans have even more space.
If you have additional or oversized luggage, let us know when booking so we can assign the right vehicle.
Absolutely. All our drivers are verified professionals with current licenses and up-to-date vehicle inspections.
Vehicles carry full passenger and luggage insurance. Your safety is our top priority.
Yes, we accept pets as long as they travel in a kennel or pet carrier. Let us know when booking so we can prepare the appropriate vehicle.
No extra charge for small pets.
Yes, our premium van accommodates up to 13 passengers. For larger groups, we coordinate multiple vehicles that travel together.
Ideal for corporate events, weddings, or tourist delegations.
Yes, we offer special service for weddings, corporate events, and celebrations. We coordinate multiple vehicles, staggered schedules, and special decoration if required.
Request a personalized quote for your event.
Routes & Destinations
We cover all tourist destinations in southern Chile:
- Huilo Huilo Biological Reserve
- Llifen Hot Springs and other thermal baths
- Puerto Varas and Puerto Montt
- Panguipulli and Villarrica
- Temuco and Osorno Airports
- Frutillar and Llanquihue
- Niebla and Corral (historic Spanish forts)
- Chaihuin and Valdivian Coastal Reserve
Have another destination in mind? Just ask us!
Yes, we offer transfers between any pair of cities in southern Chile: Temuco-Pucon, Puerto Montt-Puerto Varas, Osorno-Frutillar, and more.
Check availability and rates via WhatsApp.
Yes, you can request short stops of 15-20 minutes along the way at no extra charge (for example, for photos at scenic viewpoints).
For longer stops, please ask about the additional cost.
Yes, we operate 365 days a year, 24 hours a day.
In winter, our drivers are fully trained to drive safely in the rain and on wet roads typical of the Los Rios Region.
Yes, we offer direct transfers from Valdivia to La Araucania Airport in Temuco. The trip takes approximately 2 hours.
Contact us for rates based on vehicle type.
Yes, we provide direct transfers from Valdivia to El Tepual Airport in Puerto Montt. The journey takes approximately 2 hours 50 minutes.
Ideal if you are looking for more domestic and international flight options.
Yes, our service is door-to-door. We pick you up at your hotel, hostel, Airbnb, cabin, or any address in Valdivia and the surrounding area.
Simply provide the exact address when booking.
Yes, we offer transfer service to and from the Valdivia Bus Terminal to any destination within the city or beyond.
The driver can meet you in the terminal's arrivals area.
Yes, we offer tours to destinations such as:
- Huilo Huilo Biological Reserve
- Llifen Hot Springs
- Niebla and Corral
- Puerto Varas and Frutillar
- Panguipulli and the Seven Lakes
Contact us to design a customized itinerary based on your interests and available time.
Pichoy Airport
Our driver will be waiting in the arrivals area of Pichoy Airport holding a sign with your name.
You will also receive a WhatsApp message with the driver's details and contact number before your flight.
Yes, we operate 24/7 with no schedule restrictions. We serve all flights, including early morning departures and late night arrivals.
There is no surcharge for nighttime service.
The trip from Pichoy Airport to downtown Valdivia takes approximately 35 minutes under normal traffic conditions.
The driver will be waiting for you in the arrivals area.
Yes, 24/7 service available every day of the year, including holidays.
We automatically monitor flights and adjust your pickup to schedule changes.
Yes. TRAE Valdivia operates as TRAE Servicios SpA, formally registered with Chile's tax authority (Servicio de Impuestos Internos), and issues an electronic receipt or invoice for every service.
Every vehicle carries the mandatory Chilean passenger insurance (SOAP) plus complementary passenger coverage, holds a current technical inspection certificate and circulation permit, and is driven by a professional driver with a valid licence. You can read the full company profile on our About us page (in Spanish).
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