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Santiago Atacama Desert Puerto Varas Torres del Paine

Chile North to South

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From Atacama to Patagonia, explore South America's longest country from top to bottom.

Experience

Browse through the day by day details and accommodation recommendations to see what's possible for an itinerary like this. Everything can be fully customized to your travel style and goals for the trip.

Day 1
Welcome to Santiago

You've arrived - welcome! After clearing immigration and customs and retrieving your luggage your adventure will begin. Our local partner has been expecting you and will be eager to greet you on arrival.

  •  International arrival.  You'll be met and welcomed by your private guide.
  •   Private transfer to your hotel. The trip from the airport into town is about a 45 minutes.
    • Depending on your flight schedule you may have some free time to explore near the hotel.
    Cumbres Lastarria
    Rooftop at Singular Santiago
    The Lastarria Neighborhood
    Accommodations (2 nights)

    Cumbres Lastarria

    The Singular Santiago

    The Ritz Carlton Santiago

    Day 2
    Private Santiago City Tour

    Today is an opportunity to get to know this modern capital city with an in-depth and privately guided experience. You'll visit the principal and many off-the-beaten path sights around this bustling metropolis on foot and with vehicle transportation included. Visits can be customized so if you have any specific interests be sure to let us know!

  •  Your private guide will meet you at your hotel today and you'll embark on a customized tour of the city with a true Santiago expert.
  •  You will start on the main avenue (known locally as "La Alameda" and will visit La Moneda, the Government Palace, where you will learn about the historical and current significance of this place.
  •  Afterwards, you will visit the famous main square of the city called Plaza de Armas, which is surrounded by the Metropolitan Cathedral and other historical buildings.
  •  Crossing the Mapocho River you'll visit Bellavista, the cultural and artistic neighborhood of Santiago. Bellavista lies at the foot of the San Cristobal Hill, the highest hill in town, in the middle of the Metropolitan Park.
  •  Finally, you will visit Providencia with its top restaurants, elegant shops and modern high-rise buildings before returning to your hotel with the remainder of the day free.
  •  This is a half day tour lasting about 4 hours, door to door.
    • San Cristobal Hill
    Walking Street Santiago
    Plaza de Armas in Santiago
    Day 3
    Travel to San Pedro de Atacama

    Today you will travel from Santiago to Calama in the north where you'll head to one of the most unique deserts in the world and San Pedro de Atacama.

  •  Private transfer to the airport.
  •  Domestic Flight from Santiago to Calama.
  •  Private transfer to San Pedro (about 1h30m).
  •   When you arrive to your lodge, the staff will welcome you and you'll be briefed on your stay for the upcoming days.
  •  Your stay is all-inclusive (meals, drinks, transport and guiding) and you'll be able to choose from a variety of activities each day.
  •  The guides will help you choose the best options depending on your interests, local conditions, etc.
    • Valley of the Moon
    Tierra Atacama View
    Explora Atacama
    Accommodations (3 nights)

    Tierra Atacama Experience

    Explora Atacama Experience

    Awasi Atacama Experience

    Day 4
    Activities in the Atacama

    Today you'll have scheduled activities with lodge guides included with your stay.

  •   Your stay is All-Inclusive and you'll have a variety of options to choose from. Guides will assist you each day in making recommendations for the best things to do based on what kind of activities you're interested in doing, as well as the weather conditions each day. The guides are some of the best in the region and will help you make the most of your time in San Pedro de Atacama. Excursions may be shared with other lodge guests, in small groups of generally no more than about 8 participants.
    • The Salar de Atacama
    Valley of the Moon
    Atacama Horseback Ride
    Day 5
    More Activities in the Atacama

    Additional activities in the Atacama with your lodge's guides.

  •   More exploration to a wide possibility of interesting geographical features to be active and deepen your understanding of this unique place.
    • A bike ride in the Atacama
    Atacama Picnic
    San Pedro de Atacama
    Day 6
    Travel to the Lakes District

    Bid farewell to the north as you head to Santiago and then down to the Lakes District, the lush forested region in Northern Chilean Patagonia.

  •  Private transfer to the airport.
  •  Domestic Flight Calama to Santiago.
  •  Domestic Flight from Santiago to Puerto Montt.
  •  Private transfer to Puerto Varas (about 1hr).
    • Free time to relax upon arrival. Depending on your flight schedule you may have some free time to explore near the hotel.
    The Osorno Volcano
    Puerto Varas Church
    Cumbres Puerto Varas
    Accommodations (3 nights)

    Cumbres Puerto Varas

    Awa Puerto Varas

    Los Caiquenes Puerto Varas

    Day 7
    Private Osorno Volcano and Todos los Santos Lake Excursion

    Get a great overview of Puerto Varas with a visit to the region's most iconic volcano and a beautiful alpine lake.

  •   In the morning you'll be met by your private guide and will depart from Puerto Varas north toward Ensenada and then to the ski area of the Osorno Volcano.
  •  You'll be driven up to the ski area where you can take the lift up for even better views of the area, including up to 7 volcanoes visible from the viewpoint.
  •  Later you'll continue to the picturesque Lago Todos los Santos where you can walk along the shoreline and see boats departing for the Lakes Crossing journey to Argentina.
  •  Make a visit the the Petrohue Waterfalls that feed in toward Lake Llanquihue from Todos los Santos.
  •  Enjoy a picnic lunch along the shores of the lake.
  •  This is a full day tour lasting about 8 hours, door to door.
    • Note: For those wanting a more active excursion today, the iconic Paso Desolación hike is an option for avid hikers.
    The Osorno Volcano
    Todos los Santos Lake
    Another view of Osorno
    Day 8
    Sea Kayaking in the Reloncavi Fjord

    An adventurous and off the beaten path excursion to one of Chile's most remote and serene areas.

  •   You'll be picked up in the morning from your hotel and taken to the local kayaking outfitter's offices where you'll meet the guides and will get geared up. You'll then make a 30-minute drive to the mouth of the northernmost fjord of Patagonia—Reloncavi Fjord in Ralun Bay.
  •  The protected bay boasts ideal conditions and is a perfect place to start the journey.
  •  The second leg of paddling brings you past the snow-capped Yates and Hornopiren volcanoes… but don’t get too distracted with the view.
  •  If you keep an eye out, you can have the chance to see a rich variety of wildlife ranging from sea lions to dolphins (a local species that is smaller than dolphins found in other parts of the world), as well as a variety of birds including anything from pelicans to cormorants, and maybe even penguins.
  •  Transport is waiting as you cross the fjord and finish the day’s paddling at the entrance to Cochamo Village, a place defined by massive granite walls, seemingly balanced between the Andes Mountains and the Pacific Ocean, and world-renowned among rock climbers and hikers.
  •  This is a full day tour lasting about 9 hours, door to door.
    • Note: For those interested in different activities for today, there are a plethora of options, including:
  •  Biking along Lake Llanquihue outside Puerto Varas.
  •  Visits to nearby local towns like Puerto Octay and Frutillar.
  •  Hiking in the Alerce Andino Forest.
    • The Reloncavi Fjord
    Kayaking in the Fjord
    A house along Reloncavi
    Day 9
    Travel to Torres del Paine

    Today you will continue your journey south to Southern Patagonia and the iconic Torres del Paine National Park.

  •  Private transfer to the airport.
  •  Domestic Flight from Puerto Montt to Puerto Natales.
  •  Transfer to your lodge (about 1 hour).
  •   When you arrive to your lodge, the staff will welcome you and you'll be briefed on your stay for the upcoming days.
  •  Your stay is all-inclusive (meals, drinks, transport and guiding) and you'll be able to choose from a variety of activities each day.
  •  The guides will help you choose the best options depending on your interests, local conditions, etc.
    • Depending on your flight schedule you may have some free time to explore near the lodge. 
    The Paine Massif
    The Paine Towers
    Paine View Room at Explora
    Accommodations (3 nights)
    Explora Patagonia Hotel

    Explora Torres del Paine Experience

    Patagonia Camp Yurt on the Lake

    Patagonia Camp Experience

    Estancia Cerro Guido Experience

    Tierra Patagonia Outside

    Tierra Patagonia Experience

    Day 10
    Activities in Torres del Paine

    A day for guided activities in and around Torres del Paine National Park.

  •   Your stay in Torres del Paine is All-Inclusive and you'll have a variety of options to choose from.
  •  Your guides will assist you each day in making recommendations for the best things to do based on what kind of activities you're interested in doing, as well as the weather conditions each day.
  •   The guides are some of the best in the region and will help you make the most of your time in Torres del Paine.
  •  Activities range for light half-day walks and visits to viewpoints around the park, to difficult full day hikes like the iconic trek to the base of the Paine Towers, French Valley, and others.
  •  Excursions may be shared with other lodge guests, in small groups of generally no more than about 8 participants.
    • Hiking in Torres del Paine
    The Grey Glacier
    Torres del Paine Picnic
    Day 11
    More Activities in Torres del Paine

    Another day for excursions through your lodge.

  •   You will have the chance to visit other areas of the park or participate in activities that are of the most interest to you.
    • Kayaking in Torres del Paine
    Horseback Riding at Estancia Cerro Guido
    Torres del Paine
    Day 12
    Travel to Santiago | Depart for Home

    Today your adventure comes to an end and you'll begin your journey home.

  •  Private transfer to the airport.
  •  Domestic Flight from Puerto Natales to Santiago.
  •  Check in and board your flight home.
    • If you'd like to extend your trip there are a number of other destinations in Chile and elsewhere that can be added. Just let us know!

    What to Expect

    • Guided Excursions Activities every day to choose from, in the company of expert local guides.
    • Hand-Picked Lodging Options Curated accommodation options that match your travel style and enhance your travel experience.
    • Transportation Airport to hotel and excursion transportation in comfortable vehicles with Trip Harvest guide and driver.
    • Local Flights Coordinated with and issued by our flight consolidator (*quoted and paid for separate from land itinerary).

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