Inspirational Itinerary

The Essential Chile Journey

15 DaysTorres del Paine · Lake District · Santiago · AtacamaBest season: Oct–Apr

A sweeping journey through Chile’s most compelling contrasts — from Patagonian glaciers and the volcanoes of the Lake District to Santiago, Valparaíso, wine country, and the high-altitude silence of Atacama.

This itinerary brings together Chile’s defining landscapes and cultures with private guiding and a measured pace. Each region is given room to be experienced fully, with time for active exploration, local encounters, and quiet moments in remarkable surroundings.

Highlights

Bespoke Experiences

  • Explore Torres del Paine’s glacial lakes, granite peaks, and Patagonian wildlife with a private guide.
  • Navigate privately toward the Balmaceda and Serrano Glaciers through remote southern fjords.
  • Experience Puerto Varas, Lake Llanquihue, the Petrohué River, and the Osorno Volcano.
  • Discover Santiago’s cultural landmarks and Valparaíso’s street art with local experts.
  • Taste the wines and history of the Maipo Valley at one of Chile’s landmark estates.
  • Journey across Atacama’s altiplanic lagoons, Piedras Rojas, El Tatio, and Moon Valley.
Day by Day

Our Itinerary

Day 1 — Welcome to Santiago · Flight to Puerto Natales
Day 1

Welcome to Santiago · Flight to Puerto Natales

Arrive in Santiago and connect with your flight to Puerto Natales. Your private guide and driver will meet you on arrival for the scenic transfer into Torres del Paine National Park, with the remainder of the day at leisure.

Accommodation in Torres del Paine
Day 2 — Discover Torres del Paine National Park
Day 2

Discover Torres del Paine National Park

Explore the park’s most iconic viewpoints, including Lago Grey, Lago Pehoé, Lago Nordenskjöld, Salto Grande, Laguna Amarga, and Laguna Azul. Along the way, look for guanacos and condors against the vast Patagonian steppe.

Accommodation in Torres del Paine
Day 3 — Balmaceda & Serrano Glaciers
Day 3

Balmaceda & Serrano Glaciers

Embark on a private chartered navigation into Bernardo O’Higgins National Park. Sail among fjords and mountain peaks for close views of the Balmaceda and Serrano Glaciers, with lunch served during the journey.

Accommodation in Torres del Paine
Day 4 — Torres del Paine at Leisure
Day 4

Torres del Paine at Leisure

A day to experience the park at your own pace, choosing between active exploration and quiet time surrounded by one of Patagonia’s most powerful landscapes.

Accommodation in Torres del Paine
Day 5 — Torres del Paine to Puerto Montt
Day 5

Torres del Paine to Puerto Montt

Travel privately to Puerto Natales Airport and fly north to Puerto Montt. On arrival, meet your driver for the transfer to your accommodation in Chile’s Lake District.

Accommodation in Puerto Montt
Day 6 — Puerto Montt & Puerto Varas
Day 6

Puerto Montt & Puerto Varas

Discover Puerto Montt’s coastal heritage, the fishing cove of Angelmó, and its scenic viewpoints before continuing to Puerto Varas. Explore its German-influenced architecture and lakefront views toward the Osorno Volcano.

Accommodation in Puerto Montt
Day 7 — Petrohué Rafting & Horseback Riding
Day 7

Petrohué Rafting & Horseback Riding

Raft the turquoise Petrohué River, visit the Petrohué Falls, and admire Osorno Volcano. In the afternoon, ride through forest trails and open meadows along Lake Llanquihue before sharing local flavors.

Accommodation in Puerto Montt
Day 8 — Puerto Montt to Santiago
Day 8

Puerto Montt to Santiago

Private transfer to the airport for your flight to Santiago. Meet your guide and driver on arrival, then settle into your accommodation with the rest of the day at leisure.

Accommodation in Santiago
Day 9 — Santiago City Sightseeing
Day 9

Santiago City Sightseeing

Discover Santiago’s civic and cultural heart, from La Moneda and Plaza de Armas to the Metropolitan Cathedral, Parque Forestal, and the bohemian Bellavista district.

Accommodation in Santiago
Day 10 — Valparaíso Art & Cultural Discovery
Day 10

Valparaíso Art & Cultural Discovery

Explore Valparaíso’s UNESCO-listed hills, funiculars, murals, and hidden passages with a local expert. Take part in a street-art workshop and choose between La Sebastiana or a private artist-studio visit.

Accommodation in Santiago
Day 11 — Maipo Valley & Santa Rita
Day 11

Maipo Valley & Santa Rita

Travel privately into the Maipo Valley for a guided visit through Santa Rita’s vineyards, production areas, and historic cellars. Visit the Andean Museum and enjoy lunch at Doña Paula Restaurant.

Accommodation in Santiago
Day 12 — Santiago to Atacama
Day 12

Santiago to Atacama

Fly from Santiago to Calama, where your guide and driver will meet you for the transfer across the desert to San Pedro de Atacama. The remainder of the day is at leisure.

Accommodation in San Pedro de Atacama
Day 13 — Altiplanic Lagoons, Piedras Rojas & Toconao
Day 13

Altiplanic Lagoons, Piedras Rojas & Toconao

Visit the ancient oasis village of Toconao before ascending into the high plateau. Walk among the red formations of Piedras Rojas and the turquoise waters of Aguas Calientes, Miscanti, and Miñiques.

Accommodation in San Pedro de Atacama
Day 14 — El Tatio & Moon Valley
Day 14

El Tatio & Moon Valley

Experience El Tatio’s geysers at sunrise, then return to San Pedro before an afternoon exploration of Moon Valley, its salt and clay formations, and a desert sunset from the Kari viewpoint.

Accommodation in San Pedro de Atacama
Day 15 — Atacama to Santiago
Day 15

Atacama to Santiago

Meet your private guide and driver for the transfer to Calama Airport. Fly to Santiago and connect with your international departure.

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