Arriving at Santiago at 6 in the morning, brief chat with some chap as to where Rob's rucksack cover may have vanished to, before a bus and taxi to our hostal. Much plusher than we were used to (and more expensive!) we welcomed the really comfy bed and caught up on some lost sleep. After a sunny cafe lunch, wandered the streets and parks of Santiago, taking in the Friday night excitement. Watched some chess playing and musicians in the Plaza de Armas before picking up a painting from a friendly artist (and an extra rucksack to put all our new possessions in).