With its wild mountains, remote deserts and glacial lakes, Chile invites an adventure in style. Our Chile Adventure in Style tour includes plenty of time in the Atacama Desert, Chile’s Lake District and in Torres del Paine. We’ve built in 4 nights in each of these locations as we don’t see any reason to rush, plenty of time to include adventure and time to indulge.

Go trekking, rafting, hot spring soaking, night sky watching and try the smooth wines of Chile. Stay in on the lake shores and in the heart of the national parks and take a bit bite out of Chile.

Chile Adventure in Style doesn’t forget the cities of Santiago and fascinating Valparaiso on the coast, it’s got a bit of everything for everyone.

Chile Adventure in Style – Tour Highlights

• All-inclusive activity at Torres del Paine

• 4 nights in the Atacama including a remote desert hike

• Boutique hotels in amazing landscapes

• Rafting by Osorno Volcano
  
  

Itinerary – we customise this for you

Day 1 – To Santiago

Fly overnight to Santiago

Day 2 – Valparaiso

Arrive in the morning in Chile’s capital. Check out those spectacular mountains which create a spectacular backdrop to the city. Soon you will be in amongst those peaks.

A private guide and driver will take you on the short journey straight out to the coast for a few days in Valparaiso. Wind down today with the fresh Pacific Ocean air in this historic port.

Meal: None

Hotel: Casa Higueras

Day 3 – Valparaiso and the coast

See the UNESCO World Heritage Centre of Valparaiso with a private guide Before the Panama Canal was built this was one of the busiest sea ports in the world, and visitors can see echoes of the past in the colourful streets. Continue to the house of Pablo Neruda, for an insight into the colourful life of poet and diplomat as well as fabulous views from up high.

There’s plenty of time as well to relax in the luxurious surroundings of Casa Higueras. Taking drinks and eating on the terrace before heading into the wild.

Meals: Breakfast

Hotel: Casa Higueras

Day 4 – To the Atacama Desert

Transfer to Santiago and fly to Calama, the gateway to Chile’s remote north. From there continue by jeep up to the high plains of the Atacama Desert, see the scenery becoming more deserted and remote before arriving in the oasis town of San Pedro de Atacama.

Stay for 4 nights here at Hotel Casa Atacama. No need to rush these altitudes and these inviting open spaces.

In the late afternoon head out to Moon Valley. Under the gaze of the giant Licanbur volcano, this canyon glows a beautiful red at sunset as the spectacular stars appear in the clear sky.

Meals: Breakfast

Hotel: Casa Atacama

Day 5 – Walking in the canyon to Puritama hot springs

Today is a day to get out and feel the remote nature of the desert. It’s an easy walk in the Guatin valley at high altitude past huge cactus up to 500 years old past red rock and with the most amazing views all day, you’ll feel like you’re in a Western movie The trail leads to the eight inviting pools of Puritama hot springs where you can take a refreshing dip.

Meals: Breakfast

Hotel: Casa Atacama

Day 6 – Atiplano lagoons

A full day private tour to the high plains of the Atacama will take you into what feels like another planet.

Stop on the way at Socaire village. Houses are made from volcanic stone and at over 3,000 metres altitude it must be one of the most remote villages in the world.

The day is a photographer’s delight, with the bright blue waters of Misquanti and Miniques lagoons against the towering peaks of twin volcanoes rising to 6,000 metres high. It’s incredibly silent up here, with the odd vicuna, duck and desert fox not even breaking the silence and solitude.

Return to San Pedro for the evening. This little town in the desert is quite a traveller’s hub with plenty of cosy restaurants and shops to explore.

Meals: Breakfast

Hotel: Casa Atacama

Day 7 – El Taito Geysers

An early start today to get up to the geysers of El Taito for daybreak. It’s an eerie atmosphere up here, at over 4,000 metres in altitude. The Sun’s rays reflect against the boiling jets and steam. You can warm up with a soak in the natural hot pools created by the geysers. We are willing to bet this will be the highest hot tub soak you’ll ever have, and possibly the smelliest.

Return to San Pedro de Atacama by lunch, and time to relax no doubt with a desert siesta.

Meals: Breakfast

Hotel: Casa Atacama

Day 8 – To The Chilean Lake District

In a country of extremes, it’s one extreme to another. Drive back to Calama and fly south to Puerto Montt.

Arrive in a land of vast lakes, ancient forest, those ever-present mountains of the Andes which lead to Chile’s sea fjords.

Drive with your private guide to the mountain resort town of Puerto Varas and unwind by the lake. Spend four nights here and truly get to know the region.

Meals: Breakfast

Hotel: Hotel Cumbres Puerto Varas

Day 9 – Petrohue River rafting

Get out in the wild and on the river. Spend a day rafting on the thrilling white waters of the Petrohue. It’s a 13km route covering class II and class IV rapids. The Petrohue River is actually fed by volcanic waters and there’s places you can stop off to jump into the waters which can be around 18 degrees.

After the rafting you will travel up to the Petrohue waterfalls which surge over eroded lava rocks in the shadow of the impressive Osorno volcano.

There’s plenty of cool places to head to in Puerto Varas for mountain food and beers or Chilean wine after this day of action.

Meals: Breakfast

Hotel: Hotel Cumbres Puerto Varas

Day 10 – Senda Nativa nature park

It’s a bit more relaxed today, yet still a wonderful place of untouched nature. Visit the Senda Nativa park, an area of protected Patagonian forest which is full of native bird life. You can walk through the forest and along the Maulin river, and visit the animal rescue centre.

While here, enjoy a traditional Patagonian lunch of organic produce direct from the mountains and fields. With Chilean aperitifs and wine and grilled firewood meats, as well as a delicious dessert. You might need a short walk after the meal too!

Meals: Breakfast, lunch

Hotel: Hotel Cumbres Puerto Varas

Day 11 – Free day by the lakes and mountains

Do what you want to do today, or do nothing. This part of Chile is full of mountain adventure – mountain biking, horse riding, trekking on a volcano and even more. Or get on a boat for a trip on the lakes and treat yourself to a hot spring spa.

Meals: Breakfast

Hotel: Hotel Cumbres Puerto Varas

Day 12 – To Torres del Paine National Park

Fly further south to Punta Arenas, the gateway to Antarctica and the frozen south. This is into the heart of wild Patagonia, the frontier of the imagination.

The guys from Hotel Las Torres Patagonia will meet you and take you into the Torres del Paine national Park. Travelling along the southern ocean waters by Puerto Natales, venture into the wild empty lands where the dramatic peaks of Paine will appear before too long. These icons of adventure and South America seems to constantly change in different light, under clouds and under starry clear skies.

Stay at Hotel Las Torres Patagonia for a 4 nights all-inclusive Patagonia safari experience. With all food included, the excursions and an open bar – perfect for celebrating just being in this amazing place.

Meals: Breakfast, dinner

Hotel: Hotel Las Torres Patagonia

Days 13 to 15 – Torres del Paine adventure

Three full days to explore Patagonia and the spectacular Torres del Paine National Park. And you won’t have any problem filling long days here at the end of the world. There’s a smorgasboard of activities on offer by the hotel, from easy hikes along the lakes and views of Grey glacier to challenging full day hikes up to the base of the iconic Paine towers. There’s also boat trips on Lake Nordenskold and horse riding, with visits to local cowboys possible.

French Valley is a legendary full day walk and on all the walks it may be possible to spot some of the elusive wildlife including vicunas and Andean condor sweeping through open skies. On all walks and adventures, picnics and al fresco eating are the order of the day and it’s all arranged for you. Nothing to worry about, leaving you time to take it all in an enjoy each moment.

Meals: Breakfast, dinner

Hotel: Hotel Las Torres Patagonia

Day 16 – To Santiago

Time to bid farewell to the wilderness, transfer to Punta Arenas and fly up north to the capital.

After a wilderness of desert and lakes and mountains, the big city will no doubt come as a shock to anyone. But don’t worry, we’ll take all the rough edges off and take you to the best bits.

Stay for 2 nights in a welcoming boutique hotel.

Meals: Breakfast

Hotel: Hotel Bidasoa

Day 16 – Santiago and winelands

A private city tour of Santiago will take you to the historical heart of the city, seen a turbulent history. Your guide will also take you to San Cristobal Hill. From here on clear days the view of the high Andes are impressive, no doubt a reminder of your days out in those mountains.

Travel out into the Maipo Valley, the heart of Chile’s famous winelands. Undurraga vineyard dates back to the 19^th century, with a lovely traditional house and they export around the world. We can’t think of a better way to finish off a Chile adventure in style.

Meals: Breakfast

Hotel: Hotel Bidasoa

Day 17 – Depart

There may be a bit more time to have a wander around Santiago this morning, maybe a bit of shopping. Then transfer to the airport for your departure flight. If you do have any more time, we are full of ideas to extend your adventure.

Meals: Breakfast

Hotel: None

Day 18 – Arrive

Arrive home, and start thinking about which wilderness you’ll experience next.