Day 1
Arrival in Santiago
We will be waiting for passengers at Santiago airport to take them to their hotel in the city. Once there, they will have the rest of the day free.
Chile from north to south
18 days / 17 nights
Includes
Pasajes aéreos
Hotel
Traslados
Desayuno
Excursiones
Estimated prices
From US$12,050 per person in a double room
When to go
All year
A comprehensive tour of Chile's main attractions, including Patagonia, its ranches, and breathtaking landscapes. You'll also discover San Pedro de Atacama and the magic of the driest desert on Earth. And, of course, you'll have the opportunity to visit the mythical island of Rapa Nui (Easter Island).
Suggested itinerary
Day 2
Arrival in Puerto Natales
We will take passengers to Santiago Airport to catch their flight to Puerto Natales. This city has its own unique charm, but it is also the gateway to Torres del Paine, one of the most breathtaking treasures of Chilean Patagonia.
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Day 3
Tour of Torres del Paine
From the hotel, we'll depart for Torres del Paine National Park, a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve renowned for its impressive wealth of flora and fauna, as well as its spectacular landscapes. We'll enter via the Serrano River, continuing to the Pingo River area and hiking towards Grey Lake. The tour continues to Pehoé Lake and the spectacular Salto Grande waterfall, one of the park's most photographed spots. In the afternoon, we'll visit the viewpoints overlooking Nordenskjöld and Sarmiento Lakes, before finishing at Paine Waterfall and returning to the estancia.
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Day 4
Horseback riding and tour of the ranch
The day begins with a horseback ride through the Cerro Guido Ranch, traversing gentle plains with the majestic Torres del Paine always visible on the horizon, skirting forests of lenga and ñirre trees, native to the region. The return journey takes them through open fields, home to guanacos, rheas, foxes, horses, and sheep. In the afternoon, passengers will tour this ranch, which boasts over a century of history, learning about its livestock traditions and, if the visit coincides with the shearing season, observing the sheep-shearing process.
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Day 5
Arrival in Punta Arenas
From Puerto Natales, we will take passengers to the neighboring city of Punta Arenas, the southernmost city in mainland Chile. Upon arrival, you will have the rest of the day free.
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Day 6
Visit to Magdalena Island and Fort Bulnes
The morning will begin with a sail across the Strait of Magellan to Magdalena Island, home to one of Chile's largest Magellanic penguin colonies. Upon disembarking, you'll have the opportunity to walk among hundreds of these charming birds in a unique natural setting. In the afternoon, the tour will continue to the historic Fort Bulnes, the first Chilean settlement in southern Patagonia. This visit will allow you to imagine the lives of the early settlers while enjoying the stunning views of the strait.
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Day 7
Arrival in San Pedro de Atacama and astronomical observation
At the agreed-upon time, we will pick up passengers from their hotel and take them to the airport for their flight to Calama. From there, they will travel into the desert for approximately two hours until reaching San Pedro de Atacama. That evening, they will enjoy an astronomical experience in Coyo, one of the best places on the planet for stargazing.
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Day 8
Rainbow Valley and Moon Valley
We'll venture into the desert to reach Rainbow Valley, a natural spectacle named for the minerals that have painted the mountains in vibrant shades of red, green, yellow, and white. After lunch at the hotel, we'll depart for Moon Valley, an iconic Atacama landscape known for its dunes and rock formations that create the perfect setting to admire one of the most beautiful sunsets in the world.
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Day 9
High-altitude lagoons and the Great Atacama Salt Flat
In the morning, we'll depart for the Chilean Altiplano to explore Piedras Rojas, a landscape that captivates with its vibrant colors and natural contrasts. We'll also visit the Miscanti and Miñiques lagoons, nestled in a tranquil natural setting surrounded by desert volcanoes. The experience concludes at Laguna Chaxa, within the vast Atacama Salt Flat, a silent habitat for flamingos and other birds.
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Day 10
Visit to the Tatio geysers
Early in the morning, we'll leave the hotel and begin our ascent across the Altiplano, reaching an altitude of 4,200 meters above sea level. There, we'll find the famous El Tatio geysers, the highest geothermal field in the world. The timing will be perfect to avoid crowds and admire the fumaroles illuminated by the first rays of sunlight, creating an unforgettable scene. On the return journey, we'll stop in the village of Machuca and at the Vado de Putana area.
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Day 11
Relaxation at the Puritama Hot Springs and return to Santiago
We'll start the morning with a relaxing soak in the Puritama Hot Springs, where Explora Atacama offers an exclusive pool for its guests, along with a delicious snack. Later, at the agreed-upon time, we'll pick up the passengers and take them to Calama Airport for their return flight to Santiago.
Day 12
Arrival at Rapa Nui and sunset at Ahu Tahai
Passengers will board their flight to Rapa Nui, and upon arrival, we will be waiting to transfer them to their hotel. In the afternoon, we invite them to experience an unforgettable sunset at Ahu Tahai, as the sun dips below the horizon in front of the moai platform.
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Day 13
From Puna Pau to Ahu Tongariki
They will begin the day exploring Puna Pau, the quarry where the famous pukao of the moai were crafted, before continuing to Ahu Akivi, home to the only platform of moai facing the sea. The route will also pass through the Vaiteka caves, continuing on to Rano Raraku, the quarry where most of the island's moai were sculpted. Finally, they will arrive at Ahu Tongariki, the most impressive ceremonial platform on Rapa Nui, with its fifteen gigantic, restored moai facing the ocean.
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Day 14
From Rano Kau to Vinapu
The morning will begin in front of the imposing Rano Kau crater, where we'll admire its spectacular lagoon. We'll continue to the ancient ceremonial village of Orongo, and finally visit Vinapu, one of the island's most enigmatic archaeological sites, famous for its unique structures and historical remains.
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Day 15
Return to Santiago
At the agreed time, we will take the passengers to Rapa Nui airport for their flight to Santiago. Once at the hotel, they can enjoy the rest of the day at leisure.
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Day 16
City tour of Santiago
We'll depart from the hotel and head to the historic heart of the city to visit its plazas, heritage buildings, and hidden corners that bring to life the traditions and history of the Chilean capital. Afterward, we'll take you to the artisan village of Los Domínicos, a place that preserves the traditions of the Chilean countryside and its beautiful local crafts.
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Day 16
Visit to the Casablanca Valley
We'll depart from Santiago heading north, as the Casablanca Valley, famous for its excellent wines, is just over an hour away. Among hills and valleys, passengers will visit two wineries, touring their vineyards and cellars, and concluding with a tasting. The experience also includes a delicious lunch.
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Day 18
Departure from Santiago
At the agreed time, we will take the passengers to Santiago airport to catch their flight to their next destination.