Known for its diverse and picturesque scenery, Chile is a country of endless exploration opportunities. This trip captures some of best destinations that Chile has to offer.

This trip combines tours of Santiago, the fabulous Central Wine region of Chile, the wonders of the Atacama Desert and the picturesque Valley of the Moon, and a breathtaking tour through Patagonia to witness the spectacular Torres del Paine National Park and take a day cruise to Ultima Esperanza Sound to view the Serrano Glaciers up close.

It’s a phenomenal adventure and a fantastic way to get experience the wonderful country of Chile.

Brief Itinerary:

Day 1: Arrive Santiago, airport pick up and transfer. O/N Santiago.
Day 2: City tour of Santiago. O/N Santiago. (B)
Day 3: Tour of Maipo Wine Valley. O/N Santiago. (B)
Day 4: Fly Santiago to Calama. Tour of museum and Valley of the Moon. O/N San Pedro de Atacama. (B, L, D)
Day 5: Tour of giant salt lake, village and archeological site. O/N San Pedro de Atacama. (B, L, D)
Day 6: Tour of El Tatio Geysers. O/N San Pedro de Atacama. (B, L, D)
Day 7: Fly Calama to Santiago. Afternoon free. O/N Santiago. (B)
Day 8: Fly Santiago to Punta Arenas. Transfer to Puerto Natales. O/N Puerto Natales. (B)
Day 9: Full day tour of Torres del Paine National Park. O/N Puerto Natales. (B)
Day 10: Ultima Esperanza Sound and Serrano Glaciers. O/N Puerto Natales. (B,L)
Day 11: Fly Punta Arenas to Santiago. Evening free. O/N Santiago. (B)
Day 12: Trip ends. Transfer to airport. (B)


Detailed Itinerary:

B: Breakfast | L: Lunch | D: Dinner

Day 1:
SANTIAGO, CHILE

Arriving in Santiago, you will be met at the airport and transferred to your hotel. The afternoon and evening are yours to relax, get settled and enjoy the city. Overnight in Santiago.


Day 2:
SANTIAGO, CHLIE (B)

Today you will be met by your guide and introduced to Santiago on our half day city tour. See the highlights of this wonderful city and learn about its fascinating colonial history.

Santiago is a city of contrasts, where the modern and cosmopolitan blend with history, bohemia and tradition. It has a Mediterranean climate, with short winters and very sunny long summers that offer visitors an unforgettable stay. The city offers a variety of historical milestones which date back to colonial times and include magnificent examples of historically-relevant aristocratic residences with a notable French and Spanish architectural influence that contrast with the cultural past of its native roots. Overnight in Santiago. (Includes breakfast).


Day 3:
SANTIAGO AND WINE REGION TOUR (B)

Santiago is set in a fertile valley with vineyards and wine routes that enjoy a superb reputation throughout the world. Today you will take our small group tour and explore these famous vineyards, learn about the wine making process and, best of all, taste the delicious wines. Overnight in Santiago. (Includes breakfast).


Days 4 - 6:
ATACAMA DESERT REGION (B, L, D)

In the morning you will transfer to the airport for your flight to Calama airport. Upon arrival you will be transferred to the village of Sa Pedro de Atacama. Over the next 4 days you will explore the wonders of the Atacama Desert region.

San Pedro is an ancestral village that has remained unchanged by time. You will be thrilled by this surprising landscape that combines natural wonders with age-old archaeological ruins. The starting point of our trip is the lovely village of San Pedro de Atacama, an oasis in the middle of the desert, which has a beautiful and well-preserved 18th Century church and the famous Le Paige Archaeological Museum with pieces that are over 3,000 years old.

You will travel through this magical region and will discover the breathtaking Valley of the Moon, the Atacama Salt-flat, steaming geysers, and crystal clear lagoons. Overnights in Atacama Desert region. (Includes breakfast).


Day 7:
ATACAMA DESERT REGION TO SANTIAGO (B)

Today we leave the Atacama Desert region behind and make our return to Santiago. Upon arriving in Santiago, transfer to your hotel. The remainder of the evening is yours to explore on your own or with your travel mates. Overnight in Santiago. (Includes breakfast).


Days 8:
SANTIAGO – PUNTA ARENAS – PUERTO NATALES (B)

In the morning you will be transferred to the airport for your flight to Punta Arenas, Chile (flight not included). After being met at the airport you will be transferred to your lodge in Puerto Natales not far from Torres del Paine National Park. Overnight in Puerto Natales.


Day 9:
PUERTO NATALES / TORRES DEL PAINE NATIONAL PARK (B)

Getting an early start, you will head out on a private guided tour of the spectacular beauty of Torres del Paine National Park. During your tour you will be greeted with superb views of the “Torres”, the picturesque mountains that seem to thrust straight out of the earth and into the heavens. You will make a stop at the roaring Salto Grande waterfall, and you can trek to a nearby viewpoint known as “Mirador Cuernos” for a fantastic photo opportunity. The tour will visit the park’s most exciting destinations throughout the day and return to your lodge in the evening. Overnight in Puerto Natales.


Day 10:
PUERTO NATALES / ESPERANZA SOUND TOUR (B,L)

Today you will take an exciting cruise and hike through the dramatic Ultima Esperanza Sound. Departing early from Puerto Natales, this boat based tour will bring you deep into Ultima Esperanza Sound were you'll see a spectacular scenery of bays, mountains and waterfalls along with a great variety of birds like the condor and cormorants. Depending on the season, you may also get to see colonies of sea wolves.

Reaching the base of the Balmaceda Mountain you'll have a chance to disembark at Bernardo O'Higgins National Park. Here you can an up close view of the awesome Serrano Glacier that flows from the high summits of the mountain. After an hour, you'll head back to the boat for lunch and more sight seeing. Overnight in Puerto Natales.


Day 11:
PUERTO NATALES TO SANTIAGO (B)

In the morning after breakfast, transfer to the airport for your return flight to Santiago. If you wish, you can extend your stay in Punta Natales and further explore Patagonia OR take a 4 day / 3 night cruise through the Magellan Straights to Ushuaia, Argentina OR even take an unforgettable Antarctic cruise - contact us for details. Overnight Santiago.

NOTE: Extra nights available in Patagonia region, as well as cruises to Antarctica. Please contact us for details.

Day 12:
TRIP ENDS (B)

Trip ends. Transfer to the airport in Santiago or continue on with one of our other great adventures such as Easter Island, a tour up to the Atacama Desert Region or a self drive through Chile’s beautiful lake region.