Chile Explorer - Small Group Escorted Tour

14 Day Tour of Chile |  3 Departures  |  Max Group Size: 16  |  Price £4,399 per person

A holiday to Chile truly offers you some of the most amazing landscapes in the world. The country may only be 250 miles wide, but its 2,500 miles in length more than makes up for it, and with one side dominated by the Andes Mountains and the other by dramatic Pacific coastline, it's got all the ingredients for a fantastic holiday.

Our Chile Explorer escorted small group tour will take you to the country’s most celebrated destinations, from the otherworldly scenery of the Atacama Desert in the north, where you'll enjoy some of the best stargazing in the world, to the deep blue lakes adorned by snow capped volcanoes in Northern Patagonia. You will also visit the cosmopolitan city of Santiago, and of course, couldn't come to Chile without visiting Latin America’s most famous National Park. Located in South Patagonia, the astounding beauty of the Torres del Paine National Park is almost impossible to describe. From azure lakes to lush forests, roaring rivers and one of the world's most famous and striking glaciers, this is a destination that not only never disappoints, it is almost guaranteed to surpass your expectations.

From top to bottom, Chile will surprise and amaze you with the diversity of its landscapes. It is a country that leaves an indelible mark in your memory and its natural beauty is undoubtedly some of the world's most impressive.

Quick Itinerary

Day 1 – Depart UK
Day 2 – 3 Santiago
Day 4 – 6 Atacama
Day 7 – 8 Puerto Varas
Day 9 – Puerto Natales
Day 10 – 11 Torres del Paine National Park
Day 12 – Santiago
Day 13 – Depart Santiago
Day 14 – Arrive home

14 Day Tour of Chile |  3 Departures  |  Max Group Size: 16  |  Price £4,399 per person

Day 1 – Depart UK

Take an overnight flight to the Chilean capital.

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Day 2 – Arrive Santiago

Arrive in the morning and settle into your hotel in central Santiago. Enjoy a city tour in the afternoon taking you to the city’s main sights.

Hotel Novotel Providencia or similar 

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Day 3 – Santiago

Enjoy a free day to explore the vibrant Santiago at your own pace, perhaps revisiting some of the sights you saw yesterday to explore them more thoroughly.

Hotel Novotel Providencia or similar – Meals: Breakfast

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Day 4 – Santiago to the Atacama 

Fly to the Atacama Desert, and prepare yourself to see some truly spectacular scenery! In the late afternoon, you will be taken to the Cordillera de la Sal, and the famous Moon and Death Valleys where you will witness one of the most outstanding sunsets of your life. Thanks to the rock formation characteristics of this area, you will feel like you are on the Moon!

Hotel Altiplanico or similar – Meals: Breakfast

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Day 5 – Atacama 

Visit the Salar de Atacama where you will find Los Flamencos National Reserve. This is Chile's largest salt flat with impressive scenery surrounded by the Andes mountains. You will observe different species of flamingos and other animals inhabiting the salt deposit lagoons. You will also stop at the picturesque village of Toconao.

Hotel Altiplanico or similar – Meals: Breakfast

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Day 6 – Atacama

Today you will go to the Puritama Hot Springs, a series of eight large geothermal pools connected by wooden footpaths. Located at the bottom of a deep-cut gorge in the middle of the desert mountain range, the setting is simply spectacular. If you wish, you can plunge into the mineral rich waters.

Hotel Altiplanico or similar – Meals: Breakfast

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Day 7 – Atacama to Puerto Varas

Fly to the Lake District in Northern Patagonia, a region characterised by its deep blue lakes adorned by mountains and snow-capped volcanoes. The scenery will be a total contrast to the desert, thanks to its lush forests and colourful towns.

Hotel Cabañas del Lago or similar – Meals: Breakfast

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Day 8 – Puerto Varas - Make Your Day Individual

On this day, you'll have the opportunity to choose one of these three activities, to experience this incredible place in just the way you want.

Unique Experience - Chiloe 

Chiloe Island is a world of its own, and totally unique. Although Chilean, it is very different from any other part of the country. During this tour you will visit the island and its capital, and learn about its history – including how it is famous for hundreds of different types of potatoes!

Active Experience - Peulla

Travel by both land and boat to the town of Peulla, enjoying wonderful scenery along the way – including views of Puntiagudo and Osorno volcanoes on clear days, and a short stop at Petrohue Falls. Once you reach Peulla you will be able to enjoy several activities, including trekking and horse riding.

Natural World Experience - Osorno Volcano and Petrohue Falls

On this tour you will discover some of the natural beauty of the region. Admire the stunning Petrohue Falls with the perfect form of Osorno Volcano sitting just behind. Take a boat across the emerald waters of Lake Todos los Santos, and then head onwards by road to the volcano itself

Hotel Cabañas del Lago or similar – Meals: Breakfast

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Day 9 – Puerto Varas to Puerto Natales

Fly to Puerto Natales, the last town before Torres del Paine National Park. Here you will have the rest of the day free, to explore this charming town at your own pace.

Hotel Martin Gusinde or similar – Meals: Breakfast

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Day 10 – Puerto Natales to Torres del Paine

Torres del Paine National Park receives visitors from around the world, captivating them with its incredible beauty. You will leave Puerto Natales early in the morning, with a stop at Milodon Cave before continuing on towards Grey Lake, Lake Pehoé, Lake Sarmiento and Laguna Amarga. You will admire waterfalls, and stand in awe of the fantastic views of the three towers that give this stunning park its name. The day’s excursion will finish at your hotel, inside the national park.

Hotel Lago Grey or similar – Meals: Breakfast

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Day 11 – Torres Del Paine -  Make Your Day Individual

On this day, you'll have the opportunity to choose one of these three activities, to experience this incredible place in just the way you want.

Wildlife Experience - Mirador Condo

After a 45-minute drive, you will begin a gentle trek to a lookout point that faces the magnificent Paine Massif, with stunning views of the Paine river and the turquoise waters of Lake Pehoé. On a good day you might spot condors, as this is a launching platform where parents teach their young to take flight.

Active Experience - Monte Ferrier

This challenging trek will take you to the Ferrier viewpoint, where you will be rewarded by the most incredible views of Grey Glacier and its floating icebergs, Paine Massif, Paine River, Lake del Toro and Pingo Glacier among others. 

Natural World Experience - Grey Glacier

Taking a boat to Grey Glacier is one of the most captivating excursions in the park. You will enjoy views of lush forests and imposing mountains before reaching the glacier’s wall. It is a huge natural marvel with over 25 metres of height and amazing colours and shapes. 

Hotel Lago Grey or similar – Meals: B

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Day 12 – Torres del Paine to Santiago

Fly back to Santiago for your last night. Enjoy free time here, to soak in the last of your Chilean adventure exactly as you wish.

Hotel Novotel Providencia or similar – Meals: Breakfast

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Day 13 – Depart Santiago

Today you will be transferred to the airport to catch your flight back home.

Meals: Breakfast

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Day 14 – Arrive UK

Land back in the UK.

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Ready to book your group tour? Simply complete the enquiry form to get in touch or, call our Travel Specialists on 0203 859 9225.