About the Journey

From $7,200 to $10,250 per Person

Bordered by the Pacific Ocean and the majestic Andes with its soaring volcanoes, Atacama is the world’s driest desert. There are expanses where indeed, nothing grows. The green oases that burst from the river only add to the wonder that man has been able to live here at all. Unusual landscapes such as Moon Valley or the Atacama Salt Lake will make you question whether you have strayed from our planet!

Nestled at the foot of the Andes, Santiago has a pleasant downtown filled with plazas and architecture ranging from colonial to baroque to modern skyscrapers.
On to Chilean Patagonia, filled with glaciers, lakes, fjords, pampas, and huasos (cowboys) herding sheep. Torres del Paine is doubtlessly one of the world’s most beautiful places.

Daily Itinerary

Your trip is 100% customizable. The following itinerary provides a starting point to craft your own journey.

Day 1

Santiago

Upon arrival you are met and transferred to your hotel.

Santiago

Santiago, the capital city of Chile, nestled in a valley surrounded by the snow-capped Andes Mountains, is a vibrant metropolis with a rich cultural heritage and a blend of modernity and tradition. Its bustling streets are lined with diverse

architecture, from colonial-era buildings to sleek skyscrapers, reflecting its dynamic history and rapid development. The city’s numerous parks, such as Parque...

Day 2

Atacama

Today you are transferred to the airport in time for your flight.

Upon arrival you are met and transferred to your hotel.

Atacama

Bordered by the Pacific Ocean and the majestic Andes with its soaring volcanoes, this is the world’s driest desert. There are expanses where indeed, nothing grows. The green oases that burst from the river only add to the wonder that man has been able to live here at...

Day 3

Atacama

Full Day Altiplanic Lagoons, Atacama Salt Lake & Toconao

After leaving the hotel, the tour starts out with a drive to Salar de Atacama (Atacama salt flat) Chile’s largest salt deposit. The trip continues to the Altiplano (high plateau) lagoons located 90 km (55 mi) from San Pedro, at an altitude of 4,500 m (14,763 ft.) and 18 km (11 mi) south of Socaire, one of the seven sectors that make...

Day 4

Atacama

Full Day Tatio Geysers Tour

This tour offers visits to two quite different spots in the same area: a breath-taking dawn in the immensity of the desert and the simple life of a small shepherd settlement. Early departure to the El Tatio Geysers geothermal field, located at an altitude of 4,000 meters (13,000 ft.) which offers an amazing spectacle at dawn: steaming fumaroles that can reach up to 6 meters of...

Day 5

Santiago

Today you are transferred to the airport in time for your flight.

Make your way to your hotel located at the airport

Free Day Santiago

Free day in Santiago.

Day 6

Patagonia

Make your own way from your hotel to the Santiago Airport

Upon arrival you are met and transferred to your hotel.

Chilean Patagonia

Chilean Patagonia, stretching alongside Argentine Patagonia, is filled with glaciers, lakes, fjords, pampas, and huasos (cowboys) herding sheep. Much of Chilean Patagonia was inaccessible until the last 15 years. Torres del Paine is doubtlessly one of the world’s most beautiful places. Cruise the Chilean fjords and experience the...

Days 7 - 9

Patagonia

Full Days Singular Patagonia

Chilean Patagonia, stretching alongside Argentine Patagonia, is filled with glaciers, lakes, fjords, pampas, and huasos (cowboys) herding sheep. Much of Chilean Patagonia was inaccessible until fairly recently. Torres del Paine is doubtlessly one of the world’s most beautiful places. You

have ample time to explore this beautiful part of the world. Your excursions are led by qualified guides with extensive experience in Patagonia. You can experience everything...

Day 10

Depart

Today you are transferred to the airport in time for your flight.

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