Wonders of Chile

Welcome to Santiago, a sophisticated metropolis with grand architecture, expansive museums and top-notch gastronomy. Your A&K representative will meet you at the airport and escort you to your luxury accommodation in the prestigious El Golf neighbourhood. Ease into local time as you discover the neighbourhood’s luxury shopping and world-class restaurants, alternatively seek out the glass-roofed wellness centre for post-flight relaxation.

Ritz-Carlton Santiago

Today, get to know the city on an expertly guided walking tour. Discover the historical evolution of the city at the Museo Chileno de Arte Precolombino housed in the former customs house. Wander around the quirky Plaza de Armas seeing artists at work, friendly chess games and street performances, before exploring the colourful central market and the artistic streets of Lastarria.

Ritz-Carlton Santiago | Meals: B

This morning transfer to the airport for your onward flight to Calama. From Calama you’ll enjoy a transfer to the oasis town of San Pedro de Atacama, in the heart of the Atacama Desert. This afternoon, meet your lodge excursion leader who will discuss a detailed itinerary of guided tours and active excursions in the coming days. Explore this region’s incredible diversity, from salt lakes, to shooting geysers, lunar flats, red canyons and snow-capped volcanoes. Choose from world-class hiking tours to desert bike rides, horseback adventures to volcano climbs.

Tierra Atacama | Meals: BD

Today and tomorrow are yours to enjoy the many active tours available from the lodge. Perhaps feast your eyes on the Tatio Geysers at sunrise, one of the world’s most impressive geothermal sites, hear traditional Chilean stories of the sky on an Atacama stargazing odyssey, climb the Lascar Volcano or bike ride through Death Valley; the options are endless. Alternatively head into town for laid-back locals, beautiful handcrafts and music-filled eateries.

Tierra Atacama | Meals: BLD

This morning, transfer to the airport for your journey back to Santiago. After leaving your bags at the hotel, learn about Chile’s most famous poet, Pablo Neruda, inside his former home: the treasure-filled La Chascona Museum. Then take the nearby funicular railway to the top of San Cristóbal Hill for views of the city and the surrounding Andes. This evening is yours to discover this vibrant city at leisure.

Ritz-Carlton Santiago | Meals: B

Take to the skies again for Punta Arenas, where you’ll transfer to the extraordinary Torres del Paine, South America’s finest national park. Here, guanacos — a wild species of llama — roam the open steppe, and Andean condors soar through the mountain peaks. Settle into your luxurious accommodation, right on the doorstep of emerald forests, crystal glaciers and roaring rivers. This afternoon meet with a qualified guide to discuss the excursions you can enjoy through Patagonia in the coming days.

Tierra Patagonia Hotel & Spa | Meals: BD

Spend three days exploring this soul-stirring wilderness, your way. Your adventure options are plentiful. Trek forest trails and be amazed by panoramic views of geographic formations that are millions of years old. Spy a variety of animals, including guanaco, condors, foxes and flamingos. Seek out ancient cave paintings and hidden waterfalls. And watch crystal-blue icebergs float around the Grey Glacier. Alternatively, relax in the infinity pool with a stunning Torres view, indulge in a sumptuous spa and outdoor hot tub, or follow one of the walking routes to explore the lakeside setting.

Tierra Patagonia Hotel & Spa | Meals: BLD

Fly back to Santiago where your adventure ends. Alternatively, cross over to El Calafate in Argentina and discover more of Patagonia.

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