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Discover Chile
From the moon-like landscapes of the Atacama Desert in Chile’s far north, to the towering peaks of Torres del Paine National Park in deepest Patagonia, this tour showcases Chile’s highlights in a fast paced itinerary.
- Style: Guided Small Group Adventure Tour (Adventure)
- Duration: 13 days/12 nights
- Starts in: Santiago
Guide Price £3399
per person
Highlights:
- Two days of sightseeing in Torres del Paine National Park
- See the bizarre landscapes of the Atacama Desert
- City tours in Santiago, Puerto Montt and Valparaiso
- Explore the beautiful Chilean Lake District
Itinerary:
Day 1 Santiago
Arrive in Santiago and make your way to your hotel where you’ll meet your fellow travellers.
Day 2 Valparaiso
Head to the atmospheric port of Valparaiso, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Explore the historic city centre and admire the multicoloured houses that characterise the city.
Day 3 Santiago to San Pedro de Atacama
Fly north to Calama and transfer to the small town of San Pedro de Atacama. At dusk, set out for the Valley of the Moon, a bizarre lunar landscape.
Day 4 San Pedro de Atacama
Further explore the incredible landscape that has made this area famous. Visit the highland lagoons of Miscanti and Miniques and the huge salt lake of Salar de Atacama. Look out for the flamingos that inhabit this eerie landscape.
Day 5 San Pedro de Atacama
Start the day with a visit to the El Tatio Geysers, located 4,300m above sea level. Watch as the fountains shoot into the air as the sun rises and melts the nightly ice caps that form over the hot springs. Spend the afternoon at leisure in San Pedro.
Day 6 San Pedro de Atacama to Puerto Varas
Fly from Calama to Puerto Montt (via Santiago) and transfer onward by road to Puerto Varas, located on the shores of spectacular Lago Llanquihue.
Day 7 Puerto Varas
Today you’ll explore the gorgeous Chilean Lake District. Admire striking views of the Osorno volcano and visit the beautiful Laguna Verde.
Day 8 Puerto Varas to Puerto Natales
Transfer to Puerto Montt for a sightseeing tour of the city. Afterwards, fly south to Punta Arenas, the southernmost city in Chile and transfer to Puerto Natales.
Day 9 Puerto Natales to Torres del Paine NP
Travel to the wilderness of Torres del Paine National Park. Visit Laguna Azul, Salto Grande Waterfall and Los Cuernos viewpoint for wonderful views of the Torres Massif.
Day 10 Torres del Paine NP
Further explore this beautiful area and take a hike at Lago Grey. Afterwards, enjoy time at leisure to relax and absorb the scenery.
Day 11 Torres del Paine NP to Puerto Natales
There is the chance to take an optional transfer back to Puerto Natales with a thrilling zodiac boat ride along the Rio Serrano. Alternatively, travel by road back to the city.
Day 12 Puerto Natales to Santiago
Travel back to Punta Arenas airport and fly north to Santiago for an afternoon at leisure where you may choose to explore the city at your own pace.
Day 13 Santiago
Your tour ends this morning.
Optional Excursions:
Payable locally through your Tour LeaderAstronomy tour in the Atacama Desert
Zodiac boat ride on the Rio Serrano
Departs:
Selected departures, Jan - Mar & Oct - Dec 2020 & 2021.Prices
per person
Inclusions
- Flights in Chile
- 12 nights simple accommodation
- 12 breakfasts
Not Included
- International flights
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However, to give you a general idea of prices, flights to Santiago currently cost from £563 in Economy
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