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14-Day Chile's Natural and Cultural Heritage

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Trip Overview

Chile is the longest country in the world and combines dramatic and contrasting natural landscapes that will steal your heart.

Over two weeks in Chile you will travel to the country's remote corners, from the Mars-like desert of the Atacama to the dramatic peaks of volcanoes in the heart of Patagonia. This is an adventurers paradise.

On this trip, you'll get to the soul of every Chilean as you discover the true silence and bountiful nature of this country. Learn about the history of wine around Santiago, find the beginnings of astronomy in San Pedro de Atacama, and get to know local communities on a three-day Curarrahue trip in Patagonia, where you'll spend time with leaders, and share meals and stories.

If you are looking for an authentic Chilean experience, this trip is second-to-none.
Culture & Arts
Outdoors & Nature
Sightseeing
Beach & Sea
Food & Drink

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Itinerary

Day 1

Arrival in Santiago and Food and Wine Tour

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Arrival in Santiago and Food and Wine Tour

You'll be welcomed at the airport and driven to your hotel. Then head to the meeting point to start your culinary experience, a great way to kickstart your two weeks in Chile. We start in the Tirso de Molina market, then cross the river through Parque Forestal, on our way to barrio Bellas Artes, stopping to sample craft beer with a picoteo. Then, we head to Lastarria to visit the historic GAM cultural centre. To wrap up our walk, sample some of Chile’s boutique wines with a shared food pairing.

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    Accommodation

    Ismael Hotel4 star

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    Activities

    Santiago's Neighbourhoods through Food and Wine

    Barrio Lastarria

    Centre Gabriela Mistral

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Airport Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez to Santiago

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    Destinations

    Santiago Metropolitan Region

    Santiago

Day 2

Valparaiso & Vina del Mar Tour

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Valparaiso & Vina del Mar Tour

From Santiago, you'll head west towards Valparaíso. Declared a World Heritage by UNESCO, Valparaiso offers unique ocean landscapes with colourful neighbourhoods, picturesque cobblestone streets and old cable cars. Then, you'll take the coastal highway to the modern seaside city of Viña del Mar. Here, see the flower clock, the casino, and several beaches where on windy days and high tides, the waves crash fiercely against the coast. Both cities are wonderfully different from each other.

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    Accommodation

    Ismael Hotel4 star

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    Activities

    Valparaiso and Viña del Mar Tour

    Valparaiso

    Viña del Mar

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Santiago Metropolitan Region

    Valparaíso

    Viña del Mar

Day 3

Travel to San Pedro de Atacama

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Travel to San Pedro de Atacama

You will be picked up from your hotel and driven to the Santiago Airport in time for your flight to Calama. You will be welcomed at the airport in Calama and driven to your hotel in San Pedro de Atacama which is another hour away. You'll have the remainder of the day to relax and enjoy the calming atmosphere of your hotel, set in the centre of the town.

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    Accommodation

    Hotel Poblado Kimal3 star

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    Activities

    San Pedro de AtacamaOptional Activity

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Santiago to Airport Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez

    Plane from Santiago to CalamaRequest to Book

    Private Driver from Calama to San Pedro de Atacama

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Santiago Metropolitan Region

    San Pedro de Atacama

Day 4

Atacama Astronomy Tour

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Atacama Astronomy Tour

The Atacama Desert is one of the best places on Earth to see the sky and observe the planets, stars, and constellations. During this stargazing tour, you'll learn about naked-eye astronomy and how to read a sky map. Then, visit South America’s largest public telescope observatory. The telescopes (20-60cm in diameter) are aligned to provide the best views. Discover the sky and its secrets during this unforgettable experience. End your tour with a warm beverage before driving back to San Pedro.

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    Accommodation

    Hotel Poblado Kimal3 star

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    Activities

    Astronomy Tour

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    San Pedro de Atacama

Day 5

Atacama's Lake, Lagoons and Villages

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Atacama's Lake, Lagoons and Villages

Begin your adventures at the salt lake that dates back millions of years, appreciate backdrop of volcanoes and keep your eyes open for birds. From here, marvel at the Chaxa, Miscanti, and Miñique lagoons and the beautiful setting where flamingos dot the shore. End your tour in Toconao, a colonial village known for its volcanic rock architecture. Appreciate San Lucas Church bell tower, walk around the handicrafts stands that sell alpaca textiles and mini bell towers made of volcanic rock.

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    Accommodation

    Hotel Poblado Kimal3 star

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    Activities

    Salar de Atacama

    Laguna Chaxa

    Miscanti Lake

    Laguna Miñiques

    Toconao

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from San Pedro de Atacama to Toconao

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    Meals

    Breakfast and dinner

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    Destinations

    San Pedro de Atacama

    Antofagasta Region

Day 6

Return to Santiago

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Return to Santiago

You'll return to Calama airport for your flight back to Santiago. When you arrive, once more you'll be taken to the hotel to rest for the night. You'll have the evening free to explore Santiago to find somewhere for dinner. After your days of adventure, some rest will feel welcome.

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    Accommodation

    Ismael Hotel4 star

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    Activities

    Santiago Metropolitan CathedralOptional Activity

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from San Pedro de Atacama to Airport El Loa Calama (CJC)

    Plane from Calama to SantiagoRequest to Book

    Private Driver from Airport Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez to Santiago

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    San Pedro de Atacama

    Santiago Metropolitan Region

    Santiago

Day 7

Travel to Pucon and Explore Caburgua

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Travel to Pucon and Explore Caburgua

Leave your hotel in Santiago and drive to the airport for your flight to Temuco. You will be welcomed at the airport and driven to your hotel in Pucón. After some time to rest after your flight, you'll head out to visit the Ojos de Caburgua waterfalls and their numerous natural pools. The water originates from Caburgua Lake. Hike along different trails in the forest to explore the areas. Then, visit the glistening Caburgua Lake with panoramic views of the beautiful surrounding mountains.

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    Accommodation

    Hotel Boutique CasaEstablo by DON3 star

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    Activities

    Caburgua Waterfalls & Lake Tour

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Santiago to Airport Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez

    Plane from Santiago to TemucoRequest to Book

    Private Driver from Temuco to Pucón

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Santiago Metropolitan Region

    Pucón

    Caburgua

Day 8

Day 1 of the Curarrahue Program

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Day 1 of the Curarrahue Program

You will be picked up from your hotel in Pucon to start your three-day Curarrahue Program. Start by visiting the Inaltuleufu Ruka Campfire, then continue with a walk in a native forest and have lunch at Elisa's, a local cook and baker. After lunch, you will go to Walüngmapu, where you participate in a workshop. Dinner and overnight will be in the house of a local family.

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    Accommodation

    Curarrehue Family Stay

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    Activities

    Day 1 of Curarrahue Program

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    Meals

    Breakfast, lunch and dinner

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    Destinations

    Pucón

    Curarrehue

Day 9

Day 2 of Curarrahue Program

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Day 2 of Curarrahue Program

After a farmer's breakfast with organic products and local cuisine, you will discover the Quillelhue Lagoon and walk through the trails of the Villarrica National Park, set in the Andes. Visit a medicinal plant garden in Huitraco in a workshop with a renowned local doctor. The day ends with adventure or relaxation. Enjoy a delicious dinner within the community.

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    Accommodation

    Curarrehue Family Stay

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    Activities

    Day 2 of Curarrahue Program

    Villarrica National Park

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    Meals

    Breakfast, lunch and dinner

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    Destinations

    Curarrehue

    Araucania

Day 10

Day 3 of the Curarrahue Program and back to Pucon

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Day 3 of the Curarrahue Program and back to Pucon

Start the day with a visit to an ovine sheep farm, enjoy the conversation and lunch with the Longko (leader) of the community, learn how to prepare tortillas in the traditional way and get to know the rules of the ancient Palín game. You'll then be transferred back to your hotel in Pucón and have time to rest for the remainder of your day.

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    Accommodation

    Hotel Boutique CasaEstablo by DON3 star

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    Activities

    Day 3 of Curarrahue Program

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Villarrica National Park to Pucón

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    Meals

    Breakfast and lunch

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    Destinations

    Curarrehue

    Pucón

Day 11

Travel to Puerto Varas

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Travel to Puerto Varas

You will be picked up from your hotel in Pucón and driven to the bus station to go to Puerto Varas. When you arrive, you'll be taken to your hotel. Puerto Varas is an enchanting town is by the peaceful Lake Llanquihue and offers a sweeping natural setting. Stroll around Puerto Varas to appreciate its traditional, unmistakably German architecture and its neighbourhoods filled with well-tended gardens.

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    Accommodation

    Hotel Boutique Casa Kalfu3 star

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    Activities

    Puerto VarasOptional Activity

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    Transportations

    Bus from Pucón to Puerto Varas

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Pucón

    Puerto Varas

Day 12

Petrohué Waterfalls, Peulla and Todos Los Santos Lake

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Petrohué Waterfalls, Peulla and Todos Los Santos Lake

On this excursion, visit the Petrohué Waterfalls and discover Peulla with its dramatic backdrop before sailing on the wonderful Todos Los Santos Lake. This journey will follow the river through the mountains with spectacular views of the majestic Osorno, Puntiagudo and Tronador volcanoes. At the end of your tour, you'll have the opportunity to engage in some more activities by the lakeside before returning to Puerto Varas.

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    Accommodation

    Hotel Boutique Casa Kalfu3 star

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    Activities

    Petrohué Waterfall and Todos Los Santos Lake Tour

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    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Puerto Varas

    Los Lagos Region

Day 13

Chiloe Island Tour

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Chiloe Island Tour

A full day, magical tour leaving from Puerto Varas will delve into the Chilote world. We begin by taking a boat down the Chacao canal to arrive in the village of Chacao. We will continue on to Castro, visiting the stilt houses of Rio Gamboa, the square and its church, and then the recently restored Nercón Church, which is a national monument. We finish the day in Dalcahue, stopping on the waterfront to take in the natural landscape, then visiting the local artisan market, museum and church.

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    Accommodation

    Hotel Boutique Casa Kalfu3 star

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    Activities

    Chiloé Island Churches and Villages Tour

    Castro

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    Meals

    Breakfast and lunch

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    Destinations

    Puerto Varas

    Los Lagos Region

    Castro

Day 14

Departure from Puerto Montt

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Departure from Puerto Montt

You will be picked up from your hotel in Puerto Varas and driven to the airport in Puerto Montt for your departing flight.

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Puerto Varas to Puerto Montt

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Puerto Varas

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What’s included?

  • 13 nights accommodation
  • 19 activities
  • 13 breakfasts, 4 lunches and 3 dinners
  • Airport transfer
  • Entrance fees
  • Ground transportation
  • Licensed English speaking guides

What’s not included?

  • Alcohol beverages
  • Domestic flights
  • Entry visas / airport departure tax
  • Gratuities
  • International flights
  • Laundry
  • Personal expenses
  • Travel insurance
  • Trekking permits
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