South America · Chile
This expansive itinerary spans the entire length of Chile, blending the cultural vibrancy of Santiago with the rugged peaks of Patagonia and the ethereal landscapes of the Atacama Desert.
This expansive itinerary spans the entire length of Chile, blending the cultural vibrancy of Santiago with the rugged peaks of Patagonia and the ethereal landscapes of the Atacama Desert. The route winds through the colonial architecture of the capital, southern fjords, and the spectacular geothermal fields of the Andes.
This journey reveals the country's dramatic natural contrasts, from the towering granite walls of Torres del Paine National Park and the Serrano and Balmaceda glaciers to the high-altitude Altiplanic Lagoons and the Tatio Geysers, which roar to life at the first light of dawn.
The trip is facilitated by internal flights and a mix of transport methods, balancing dedicated assistance through private transfers with Italian-speaking guides and an immersive local experience via shared services and public buses.
12 days in the programme
Departure for your flight to Santiago de Chile.
Arrival in the Chilean capital and hotel check-in Arrival in the Chilean capital and hotel check-in. The day features a city tour through the colonial buildings and colourful streets of the centre, including visits to the Church of San Francisco and Santa Lucia Hill, the historic site where the city was founded in 1541.
A full-day excursion by private vehicle with an Italian-speaking guide towards the Pacific coast A full-day excursion by private vehicle with an Italian-speaking guide towards the Pacific coast. You will visit Valparaíso, famous for its hills and distinctive architecture, and the neighbouring seaside resort of Viña del Mar.
Private transfer to the airport for the flight to Punta Arenas Private transfer to the airport for the flight to Punta Arenas. Upon arrival, continue to Puerto Natales, the gateway to Patagonia, via a shared public bus without a guide.
A full day dedicated to exploring Torres del Paine National Park via shared services with an Italian-speaking guide A full day dedicated to exploring Torres del Paine National Park via shared services with an Italian-speaking guide. Stops will be made at the most spectacular viewpoints among lakes, granite peaks, and the Salto Grande waterfalls.
A boat excursion within Bernardo O’Higgins National Park to admire the majestic Balmaceda and Serrano glaciers A boat excursion within Bernardo O’Higgins National Park to admire the majestic Balmaceda and Serrano glaciers. This is a shared activity accompanied by an English or Spanish-speaking guide.
Return to Punta Arenas by public bus for your flight to Calama (via Santiago) Return to Punta Arenas by public bus for your flight to Calama (via Santiago). Shared transfer with a Spanish-speaking driver to San Pedro de Atacama, a town set between fjords and arid deserts.
Exploration of the Atacama Desert Exploration of the Atacama Desert. Visits to the Altiplanic Lagoons and Socaire are included with an Italian-speaking guide. The excursion to the Moon Valley (Valle della Luna) is provided as a shared service with an Italian-speaking guide, subject to a minimum of 4 participants.
At dawn, depart for the Tatio Geysers geothermal field At dawn, depart for the Tatio Geysers geothermal field. You will observe nearly 80 geysers ejecting steam up to 20 metres high in a unique landscape. The 8-hour excursion includes a visit to the village of Machuca with an Italian-speaking guide, based on a minimum of 4 participants.
Shared transfer to Calama airport for your return flight to Santiago de Chile Shared transfer to Calama airport for your return flight to Santiago de Chile. Upon arrival, a private transfer with a Spanish-speaking driver will take you to your hotel.
Private transfer from the hotel to Santiago airport for your return international flight.
Arrival at your destination airport and end of services.
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