A 13-day trip to get to know the jewels of the beautiful country of Chile from North to South area
Highlights
- Get to know the history of the metropolitan city of Santiago de Chile.
- Explore the driest desert in the world in San Pedro de Atacama Atacama.
- See the beauty of the lakes and volcanoes from Puerto Varas, and the southernmost city of Chile and its beautiful fauna from Punta Arenas.
Itinerary
We will immerse ourselves in the diversity and beauty of Chile in this fascinating 13-day adventure that will take us from the cosmopolitan capital of Santiago to the impressive landscapes of the Desert from Atacama, Puerto Varas and Punta Arenas!
Day 1: Welcome to Santiago de Chile
This exciting journey begins with our arrival at Santiago International Airport. We will approach the counter that They will indicate and with the reservation we will be assigned to a vehicle and a driver professional will take us in a comfortable transfer to your hotel. After settle in, we will have free time to relax and explore the charms of the city.
Day 2: Discovering Santiago and Viña Concha and Toro
After a delicious breakfast at the hotel, We will start the day with an exciting City Tour of Santiago. We will visit the most emblematic places of the city, including Cerro Santa Lucía, the La Moneda Palace and the Plaza de Armas. In the afternoon, we will go to the Concha y Toro vineyard, where we will learn about the fascinating history of wine Chilean and we will taste some of the best wines in the region.
Day 3: Exploring Valparaíso and Viña of the Sea
Today we will venture to the coast to visit Valparaíso and Viña del Mar. We will get to know the colorful hills and the rich history of Valparaíso, declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO. After we We will head to Viña del Mar, known as the Garden City, where we will enjoy of beautiful beaches and elegant architecture.
Day 4: Heading to the Atacama Desert
After breakfast, we will head to the airport to take a flight to the impressive Atacama Desert. Once in San Pedro de Atacama, we will approach the counter that they will indicate to us to transfer to our hotel and we will have free time to acclimatize and explore this fascinating desert region.
Day 5: Adventures in the Salar de Atacama, Piedras Rojas and the Altiplanic Lagoons
We will leave early to make the most of the day. We will visit the impressive Salar del Talar, where we will enjoy a breakfast while we admire the Piedras Rojas Viewpoint and explore the Lagoons Miñique and Miscanti. In addition, we will visit the picturesque town of Socaire and the Laguna Chaxa National Reserve, ending in the charming Pueblo de Toconao.
Day 6: Adventure in the Valley Moon and Death Valley
After breakfast, we will have the morning free to rest or explore San Pedro de Atacama. In the afternoon, we will go to the Valley of the Moon, part of the Los Flamencos Natural Reserve. Over there, We will visit the fascinating salt statues and salt caverns, ascending then to a large dune to witness an unforgettable sunset.
Day 7: Trip to Puerto Varas
After breakfast, we will say goodbye to the Desert of Atacama and we will fly to Puerto Montt. From there, we will move to Puerto Varas, a charming city located next to Lake Llanquihue and surrounded by volcanoes. We will enjoy a free afternoon to explore the city and relax. next to the lake.
Day 8: Discovering Puerto Montt and Puerto Varas
Today we will explore the picturesque towns of Puerto Montt and Puerto Varas in a complete City Tour. We will discover the local culture, traditional architecture and stunning panoramic views of the volcanoes and the lake. In the afternoon, we will have free time to enjoy the optional activities offered by the region.
Day 9: Excursion to Frutillar
We will head towards the charming town of Frutillar, famous for its German architecture and its beautiful location next to the Llanquihue lake. We will visit the Teatro del Lago and the German Colonial Museum, and we will have free time to explore the charming historic center and enjoy of the panoramic views of the lake and volcanoes.
Day 10: Trip to Punta Arenas
After breakfast, we will transfer to the airport to take a flight to the southern city of Punta Arenas. Once there, We will be met by our driver and transferred to your hotel. We will have the Free afternoon to explore the city and rest after the trip.
Day 11: Tour of Punta Arenas and Fort Bulnes
Departing from our hotel, we will explore the Plaza Muñoz Gamero and his Monument to Hernando de Magallanes. We will visit the majestic Cathedral Church and other neo-Gothic buildings that narrate livestock history region of. We will have the option to explore fascinating museums such as the Museo Salesiano Maggiorino Bergatello or the Nao Victoria (entrance fees not included). We will enjoy panoramic views from Cerro de la Cruz and explore monuments in the northern sector of the city.
Day 12: Excursion to Magdalena Island
On this day, we will embark on an exciting excursion to Magdalena Island, home to one of the largest penguin colonies great from Chile. We will enjoy a boat ride through the Strait of Magellan and we have the opportunity to observe these adorable animals up close. animals in their natural habitat. (Excursion operates between October and March approximately.)
Day 13: Farewell to Punta Arenas
After breakfast, we will transfer to the airport to catch our flight back home.
We hope you enjoyed this unforgettable experience!
included with
- 3 Nights of accommodation in a selected hotel. In Santiago.
- 3 Nights of accommodation in a selected hotel. In San Pedro.
- 3 Nights of accommodation in a selected hotel. In Puerto Varas.
- 3 Nights of accommodation in a selected hotel. In Punta Arenas.
- Standard room with breakfast included.
- Excursions detailed in the program in Spanish/English.
- Arrival and departure transfers with driver in Spanish.
- Taxes.
excluded by
- Flights.
- Entrance tickets to National Parks, Museums and others.
- Unspecified drinks or meals.
- Tips or extras not specified.
- Travel insurance.
- Personal expenses.
- Services not mentioned.
Essential
Information
- Rates NOT valid for special dates, such as: Carnival, Easter, Long Weekends, Winter Vacations (month of July), Congresses, Cruise Passengers.
- Estimated rates, subject to change without prior notice, and depending on the accommodation you select.
- Take into account that the package tours may change order depending on availability.
- Due to the Extreme Climate in the south of the country, the travel dates will be between October and April.
Restrictions
- No previous experience required.
- Due to the altitude and climatic conditions, recommended for people between 8 and 65 years old.
- Not recommended for pregnant women or people with heart problems.
- If you have any problem, consult your doctor.
Detailed Description
We will immerse ourselves in the diversity and beauty of Chile in this fascinating 13-day adventure that will take us from the cosmopolitan capital of Santiago to the impressive landscapes of the Desert from Atacama, Puerto Varas and Punta Arenas!
Day 1: Welcome to Santiago de Chile
This exciting journey begins with our arrival at Santiago International Airport. We will approach the counter that They will indicate and with the reservation we will be assigned to a vehicle and a driver professional will take us in a comfortable transfer to your hotel. After settle in, we will have free time to relax and explore the charms of the city.
Day 2: Discovering Santiago and Viña Concha and Toro
After a delicious breakfast at the hotel, We will start the day with an exciting City Tour of Santiago. We will visit the most emblematic places of the city, including Cerro Santa Lucía, the La Moneda Palace and the Plaza de Armas. In the afternoon, we will go to the Concha y Toro vineyard, where we will learn about the fascinating history of wine Chilean and we will taste some of the best wines in the region.
Day 3: Exploring Valparaíso and Viña of the Sea
Today we will venture to the coast to visit Valparaíso and Viña del Mar. We will get to know the colorful hills and the rich history of Valparaíso, declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO. After we We will head to Viña del Mar, known as the Garden City, where we will enjoy of beautiful beaches and elegant architecture.
Day 4: Heading to the Atacama Desert
After breakfast, we will head to the airport to take a flight to the impressive Atacama Desert. Once in San Pedro de Atacama, we will approach the counter that they will indicate to us to transfer to our hotel and we will have free time to acclimatize and explore this fascinating desert region.
Day 5: Adventures in the Salar de Atacama, Piedras Rojas and the Altiplanic Lagoons
We will leave early to make the most of the day. We will visit the impressive Salar del Talar, where we will enjoy a breakfast while we admire the Piedras Rojas Viewpoint and explore the Lagoons Miñique and Miscanti. In addition, we will visit the picturesque town of Socaire and the Laguna Chaxa National Reserve, ending in the charming Pueblo de Toconao.
Day 6: Adventure in the Valley Moon and Death Valley
After breakfast, we will have the morning free to rest or explore San Pedro de Atacama. In the afternoon, we will go to the Valley of the Moon, part of the Los Flamencos Natural Reserve. Over there, We will visit the fascinating salt statues and salt caverns, ascending then to a large dune to witness an unforgettable sunset.
Day 7: Trip to Puerto Varas
After breakfast, we will say goodbye to the Desert of Atacama and we will fly to Puerto Montt. From there, we will move to Puerto Varas, a charming city located next to Lake Llanquihue and surrounded by volcanoes. We will enjoy a free afternoon to explore the city and relax. next to the lake.
Day 8: Discovering Puerto Montt and Puerto Varas
Today we will explore the picturesque towns of Puerto Montt and Puerto Varas in a complete City Tour. We will discover the local culture, traditional architecture and stunning panoramic views of the volcanoes and the lake. In the afternoon, we will have free time to enjoy the optional activities offered by the region.
Day 9: Excursion to Frutillar
We will head towards the charming town of Frutillar, famous for its German architecture and its beautiful location next to the Llanquihue lake. We will visit the Teatro del Lago and the German Colonial Museum, and we will have free time to explore the charming historic center and enjoy of the panoramic views of the lake and volcanoes.
Day 10: Trip to Punta Arenas
After breakfast, we will transfer to the airport to take a flight to the southern city of Punta Arenas. Once there, We will be met by our driver and transferred to your hotel. We will have the Free afternoon to explore the city and rest after the trip.
Day 11: Tour of Punta Arenas and Fort Bulnes
Departing from our hotel, we will explore the Plaza Muñoz Gamero and his Monument to Hernando de Magallanes. We will visit the majestic Cathedral Church and other neo-Gothic buildings that narrate livestock history region of. We will have the option to explore fascinating museums such as the Museo Salesiano Maggiorino Bergatello or the Nao Victoria (entrance fees not included). We will enjoy panoramic views from Cerro de la Cruz and explore monuments in the northern sector of the city.
Day 12: Excursion to Magdalena Island
On this day, we will embark on an exciting excursion to Magdalena Island, home to one of the largest penguin colonies great from Chile. We will enjoy a boat ride through the Strait of Magellan and we have the opportunity to observe these adorable animals up close. animals in their natural habitat. (Excursion operates between October and March approximately.)
Day 13: Farewell to Punta Arenas
After breakfast, we will transfer to the airport to catch our flight back home.
We hope you enjoyed this unforgettable experience!
