Chile: Top to Toe
Chile: Top to Toe
$9646
Chile: Top to Toe
14 Days Starting and ending in Santiago, Chile
Visiting: Santiago, Valparaiso, San Pedro De Atacama, Salar De Atacama, El Tatio Geysers, Puerto Varas, Chiloe, Puerto Natales
Tour operator:
Tour code:
1382
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
12 - 28
Age range:
12-99
Special diets catered:
Meat, Vegetarians
Tour operated in:
EnglishTrip Styles:
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Tour Overview
Embark on an unforgettable adventure with the "Chile: Top to Toe" tour, a journey through Chile's most breathtaking landscapes and vibrant culture. Begin in Santiago, the sophisticated capital, before exploring the bohemian charm of Valparaiso. Experience the surreal beauty of the Atacama Desert, including the Moon Valley and the mesmerizing Tatio Geysers at sunrise. Discover the serene Chile Lake District with a scenic hike on Volcano Osorno. Venture to the awe-inspiring Torres Del Paine in Patagonia, and cruise through the stunning fjords to witness the majestic glaciers. This fully guided tour includes international flights, 4-star accommodations, and full board meals, ensuring a seamless and enriching experience. With all domestic transportation and entrance fees covered, immerse yourself in Chile's diverse wonders, from its vibrant cities to its untouched natural beauty.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 - 2 : Days 1-2: Fly To Santiago
Location: Santiago
Meals Included: Dinner
Fly to Chile's sophisticated capital, Santiago, arriving the same or following day. You will be met at the airport and transferred to your hotel. Enjoy a welcome dinner.
Day 3: Explore Valparaiso
Location: Santiago
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Travel 3 hours to the coast to visit the bohemian UNESCO port town of Valparaíso. Explore this colourful city where you will visit Pablo Neruda's house, before heading to the serene Casablanca Valley. At Casas del Bosque Winery, enjoy a behind-the-scenes tour and sample award-winning wines. Go on to savour a gourmet lunch amidst stunning vineyard views, all before returning to Santiago.
Day 4: San Pedro De Atacama
Location: Valparaiso
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Fly to the northern city of Calama, from where you will drive to the desert oasis town of San Pedro de Atacama. Drive out to the sun-scorched Death and Moon valleys. Enjoy the views of the lonely volcanoes, and the afternoon sun, turning the hues of the rock from orange, to red to purple.
Day 5: Salar De Atacama
Location: San Pedro De Atacama
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Travel to the otherworldly Salar de Atacama, the largest salt flat in Chile. Visit the scenic Chaxa, Miscanti and Miniques lagoons. Travel to the village of Socaire to see ancient agricultural terraces with irrigation channels. Visit another peaceful village with typical colonial architecture built in Liparita (volcanic stone). Explore the village before returning to your hotel.
Day 6: El Tatio Geysers
Location: Salar De Atacama
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Rise early to visit El Tatio Geyers, a stunning natural phenomenon. Watch the geysers hiss and spit over sunrise before a guided tour. Gaze upon Putama Volcano and Tocopuri Mountains as you travel through the Andes, before visiting the desert village of Machuca to see how the locals live, then visit a fascinating nearby archaeological site. Round off the day with a trip to the colourful Rainbow Valley.
Day 7: Travel To Puerto Varas
Location: El Tatio Geysers
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
This morning, transfer back to Calama and board your flight to Puerto Montt, the gateway to Chile's spectacular Lake District. The flight is approximately 5 hours via Santiago. Continue on to Puerto Varas, a charming town on Llanquihue Lake that is dominated by two snow-capped volcanoes. Check into your hotel for a relaxing evening.
Day 8: Volcan Osorno
Location: Puerto Varas
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Travel further around Llanquihue Lake to the village of Ensenada at the foot of Volcan Osorno, where you'll take an easy hike through the volcano's plentiful nature to reach the visitors centre at 1,240 metres. Travel to Perez Rosales National Park to Petrohué Falls, where boardwalks will help you admire the turquoise waters and lush greenery of the Petrohué River.
Day 9: Travel To Puerto Natales
Location: Chiloe
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Transfer to the airport and fly further south to Punta Arenas, a city that sits at the end of continental South America on the Straits of Magellan. From there, head to Puerto Natales, the lively, picturesque town that is the gateway to the Torres del Paine.
Day 10: Glacier Cruise
Location: Puerto Varas
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Sail on the gloomily-named Ultima Esperanza (Last Hope) Fjord to Mount Balmaceda Glacier before continuing on foot to the magnificent Serrano Glacier. Admire a tumbling ice wall, look our for cormorants and sea lions, and take a walk through native forest to the foot of of the magnificent Serrano Glacier, part of the Southern Ice Field.
Day 11: Torres Del Paine National Park
Location: Puerto Natales
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Enjoy another full day excursion, this time to the UNESCO World Heritage-designated Torres del Paine National Park. Keep an eye out for large herds of guanacos as you go. Visit the Salto Grande of the Pehoé River with the impressive mountains of Torres del Paine in the background, and visit Lake Pehoé, Lake Grey and Grey Glacier. After lunch stop at Milodon Cave where the remains of a prehistoric animal were found in the last century.
Day 12: Fly To Santiago
Location: Puerto Natales, Santiago
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Transfer back to the airport in Punta Arenas and board your flight to Santiago for a farewell dinner this evening to round off the trip.
Day 13 - 14 : Days 13-14: Fly Santiago To The Uk
Meals Included: Breakfast
Transfer to the airport according to your international flight time and fly to the UK, arriving home the following day.
What's Included
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Accommodation
10 nights in 4-star accommodation are included.
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Airport Transfers at Destination
Airport transfers at the destination are included.
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All Domestic Transportation
All domestic transportation, including internal flights, is included.
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Country Entry Visas
Country entry visas are included.
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Entrance Fees
Entrance fees are included.
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Fully Guided
The tour is fully guided.
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International Travel
International travel is included.
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Meals – Full Board
Meals are provided on a full board basis, including 11 breakfasts, 10 lunches, and 11 dinners.
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Local Taxes
Local taxes are included.
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Flights
International flights and current taxes are included.
What's Not Included
Tipping and GratuitiesTipping and gratuities are not included.
Mode of Transport
The tour includes all domestic transportation, including internal flights, ensuring seamless travel between destinations.
Accommodation
45 By Director HotelConveniently located within a shopping district, 45 by Director is a modern property that boasts 49 rooms, all equipped with air-conditioning, a mini-bar and private bathrooms with a rainfall shower. Guests can enjoy a continental breakfast at the on-site restaurant, as well as spend time at leisure at the lounge bar or fitness centre.
El Refugio HotelSurrounded by desert landscapes, the El Refugio Hotel provides guests with a unique and immersive stay amidst the driest places in the world. The 3-star property sits on the outskirts of San Pedro de Atacama and includes facilities such as a swimming pool, restaurant, a bar and large terrace that offers beautiful views of your surroundings.
Cabanas del Lago HotelCabanas del Lago is a wonderful property ideally located within the beautiful landscapes of Puerto Varas. Sitting in front of Llanquihue Lake bay, the second-largest lake in Chile, Cabanas del Lago offers guests panoramic views of the natural surroundings. Facilities available, include a spa, heated pool, gym and a restaurant that serve typical flavours of the region.
Hotel Costa AustralisEnjoy unparalleled views of the Patagonian Mountains during your time at Hotel Costa Australis. The 4-star hotel offers guests an ideal base from where you can explore all the attractions the Chilean Patagonia has to offer, whether that be the Torres del Paine National Park, Lake Pehoé, and much more. Each room is finished with an en-suite bathroom, safety deposit box and complementary Wi-Fi.
Experiences
Patagonia Glacier CruiseCruise on the moody waters of Ultima Esperanza (Last Hope) Fjord, the perfect place from which to admire the majestic and rugged Patagonian landscapes, and visit the magnificent Mount Balmaceda and Serrano glaciers.
Explore the Technicolour Rainbow ValleyVenture deep into the Atacama Desert to wander through the magnificent Rainbow Valley, admiring the natural hues of the rock strata which boasts an array of greens, pinks and yellows.
El Tatio Geyser Fields Picnic BreakfastOne of the Atacama's most evocative sights, travel across the spectacular altiplano at dawn and enjoy a picnic breakfast overlooking El Tatio Geyser fields at their most active as the sun rises.
Check out our Q&As
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What kind of meals are included during the tour?
The tour includes full board meals with 11 breakfasts, 10 lunches, and 11 dinners.
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Are international flights included in the tour package?
Yes, international flights and current taxes are included in the tour package.
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Will there be a guide during the tour?
Yes, the tour is fully guided with local guides and includes touring with guides and entrance fees.
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What type of accommodation is provided during the tour?
The tour provides 10 nights in 4-star accommodation.
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Are airport transfers included in the tour?
Yes, airport transfers at the destination are included in the tour.
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What is the starting and ending point of the tour?
The tour starts and ends in the UK.
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Is tipping included in the tour package?
No, tipping and gratuities are not included in the tour package.
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What activities are planned for the visit to Torres Del Paine National Park?
During the visit to Torres Del Paine National Park, you will enjoy a full day excursion, visit the Salto Grande of the Pehoé River, and see Lake Pehoé, Lake Grey, and Grey Glacier. There will also be a stop at Milodon Cave.
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What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?
If, after our confirmation invoice has been issued, you wish to change your travel arrangements in any way, we will endeavour to make these changes, but it may not always be possible. Any changes to confirmed bookings need to be sent to us in writing via your travel agent. Please refer to our booking conditions for further information and fees.
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Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?
Customers booking to travel solo can choose our ‘Happy to Share’ option, which may enable them to share a twin room with other solo customers of the same gender who also request Happy to Share, thus avoiding the need to pay single room supplements. Note that ‘Happy to Share’ requests can be received when you make your booking with us but will not be confirmed until your final payment due date.
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What documents will I receive before I travel?
Your Final Travel Documents are usually sent to you 2-3 weeks prior to your departure. Your travel pack will include your tour itinerary, hotel details, flight e-tickets and a travel guide. If you have booked with a travel agent, your tickets will be dispatched to your travel agent unless we have been otherwise informed.
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Will I be travelling with passengers from other countries?
Our passengers generally enjoy the mixture of British, Australian and American clients on tour. Occasionally we are joined by English-speaking passengers from other countries.
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What is 'Happy to Share'?
Customers booking to travel solo can choose our ‘Happy to Share’ option, which may enable them to share a twin room with other solo customers of the same gender who also request Happy to Share, thus avoiding the need to pay single room supplements. Note that ‘Happy to Share’ requests can be received when you make your booking with us but will not be confirmed until your final payment due date. If a share partner is found, the Single Supplement will be removed from your booking. If a share partner is not found, the Single Supplement will remain and is payable with your final balance in line with our normal booking conditions. Either way, our Operations Team will contact you around 75 days before departure to let you know whether a share partner has been found or not. We regret that Happy to Share requests cannot be accepted within 75 days of departure. Wendy Wu Tours reserves the right to change or withdraw this arrangement at any time.
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Do you allow children on your tours?
We allow children 12 years and over on our group tours. We recommend that families with children of any age take advantage of our private or tailormade tours. This will give you more flexibility while on tour.
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