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Discover the wonders of Chile with this 13-day tour. From the vibrant capital Santiago de Chile to the extraordinary landscapes of the Atacama Desert, all the way to the mysterious Easter Island, this itinerary will take you to discover some of the country's most iconic destinations.
Stroll through the colorful streets of Valparaíso and Viña del Mar, admire the spectacular Tatio Geysers, visit the fascinating moai of Easter Island, and taste the excellent wines of the famous Concha y Toro winery.
A journey designed to discover the extraordinary variety of landscapes and the rich cultural heritage of Chile.
Welcome to Santiago de Chile!
Upon arrival at the airport, you'll be welcomed and taken with a private transfer to your hotel, where this unforgettable journey through Chile will begin.
Private arrival transfer.
Breakfast at the hotel.
Start of the excursion dedicated to discovering the Chilean capital, founded in 1541.
You'll visit the city's main landmarks, including the Metropolitan Cathedral, the Palacio de la Moneda, Cerro Santa Lucía, and Cerro San Cristóbal (depending on opening hours), from which you can admire a splendid panoramic view of the city.
You'll then head to the lively Patio Bellavista district, before returning to the hotel.
Walking tour with private Italian-speaking guide.
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After breakfast, you'll set off on a full-day excursion to discover Valparaíso and Viña del Mar, two of Chile's most famous destinations.
Viña del Mar is known for hosting the famous International Song Festival every year, while Valparaíso, declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site, enchants visitors with its distinctive colorful houses climbing the hills overlooking the ocean.
During the visit you'll be able to see La Sebastiana, the historic home of the poet Pablo Neruda (entrance not included).
You'll then reach Viña del Mar, where you'll have free time to have lunch at a typical local restaurant (lunch not included).
In the late afternoon, return to Santiago and overnight at the hotel.
Regular shared excursion with English/Spanish-speaking guide.
Lunch not included. Free time is planned to have lunch at a typical restaurant in Viña del Mar.
After breakfast at the hotel, transfer to the airport for the direct flight to Calama, an important mining town located in the heart of the Atacama Desert.
Upon arrival, continue on to San Pedro de Atacama, located at 2,438 meters above sea level.
In the afternoon you'll visit the spectacular Moon Valley, one of the most striking spots in the desert, shaped over centuries by wind and weathering.
You'll be captivated by the incredible rock formations and unique colors that characterize this landscape.
At sunset you'll witness an extraordinary natural show, as the sunlight creates spectacular plays of color and shadow across the mountains and desert dunes.
At the end of the excursion, return to San Pedro de Atacama and overnight at the hotel.
At the end of the excursion, return to the village of San Pedro de Atacama and overnight at the hotel.
Private transfer: Santiago hotel – Santiago airport
Regular shared transfer: Calama airport – San Pedro de Atacama
The whole day will be devoted to the excursion to the Great Salar de Atacama.
The itinerary begins with a visit to the Great Salar de Atacama, the world's third-largest salt flat and one of the most important areas for lithium extraction.
You'll visit the Chaxa Lagoon, located inside the Los Flamencos National Reserve.
You'll then continue toward the Miscanti and Miñiques Lagoons, located at over 3,500 meters altitude in the heart of the Andes mountain range. Numerous endemic wildlife species live in this area, including the horned coot, Andean foxes, and vicuñas, closely tied to the ecosystem of these lagoons.
Continuing along the road toward Argentina, you'll reach the Salar de Talar, also known as Piedras Rojas, famous for the extraordinary color contrasts created by its rocks.
The hues, ranging from the intense red of the rocks to the blue of the lagoons, create a unique natural spectacle among the Andes mountains.
Box lunch during the excursion and return to San Pedro de Atacama for the overnight stay.
Regular shared excursion.
Departure in the early morning hours, before dawn, toward the Tatio Geysers, one of the largest geothermal fields in the world, formed by volcanic hydrothermal activity.
Located at about 4,300 meters above sea level, this extraordinary natural site is home to geysers, fumaroles, and mineral-rich pools with intense colors.
The dawn departure allows you to admire the phenomenon at its peak activity, before the wind disperses the steam rising from the ground.
You'll have breakfast in front of the geysers, and for those who wish, it will be possible to take a dip in the natural thermal pool of the geothermal field.
Afterward, you'll return to San Pedro de Atacama, passing through the picturesque village of Machuca.
Free afternoon and overnight at the hotel.
After breakfast, transfer to the Calama airport for the flight to Santiago de Chile.
Upon arrival, transfer and check-in at the hotel.
Airport hotel.
Breakfast at the hotel.
Transfer to the airport for the direct flight to the mysterious Easter Island.
Upon arrival you'll be welcomed and transferred to your hotel, where you'll stay during your time on the island.
Private transfer: Mataveri Airport – Easter Island hotel.
After breakfast you'll set off on a full-day excursion to discover Anakena.
Following the coast, you'll reach the day's first archaeological site, Ahu Akahanga, considered the burial site of the legendary king Hotu Matu'a.
You'll then continue toward Rano Raraku, a volcano about 250 meters high, featuring a striking lagoon inside its crater.
Here you'll visit the ancient quarry where the famous moai were carved, where about 394 statues in various stages of completion still remain today, evidence of the ancient Rapa Nui civilization.
You'll take a break in this area before continuing toward Ahu Tongariki, the island's largest ceremonial platform, home to 15 restored moai.
The next stop will be Ahu Te Pito Kura, home to one of the largest moai ever transported, with an estimated weight of about 90 tons.
You'll also visit the famous “Navel of the World,” known as Te Pito Te Henua, a perfectly round stone believed to hold mysterious powers.
Finally, you'll reach the stunning Anakena beach, a beautiful stretch of white sand surrounded by palm trees, considered the ancient residence of the island's kings.
This is one of the most striking landscapes on Easter Island, dominated by the imposing moai of Ahu Nau Nau.
Return to the hotel crossing the central part of the island, and overnight.
Private excursion with English and Spanish-speaking guide.
Breakfast at the hotel and departure for a half-day excursion to discover Orongo.
The first stop will be the Rano Kau volcano. Although it reaches a height of about 400 meters, its crater holds a spectacular lake about 700 meters in diameter.
You'll then visit Orongo, an ancient ceremonial village and sacred site of the Rapa Nui culture.
Here you'll learn the story of Tangata Manu, the famous Birdman. In the past, this was the meeting point of the island's clans, who each year awaited the arrival of the sacred Manutara bird to elect the new Tangata Manu.
The next stop will be Vinapu, one of the island's ancient ceremonial altars, famous for its perfectly assembled stone blocks. This construction technique bears striking similarities to the one used by the Incas in Peru to build Machu Picchu.
Return to the village for lunch.
After the break, you'll continue to the Puna Pau quarry, where the distinctive red volcanic stone used to make the pukao, the topknots adorning some moai, was extracted.
From this point you can also enjoy a wonderful panoramic view over the village of Hanga Roa.
You'll then reach Ahu Akivi, the platform of the Seven Moai, one of the few ceremonial complexes on the island where the statues face the ocean.
According to tradition, these seven figures represent the explorers who first arrived on the island, preparing the way for the arrival of King Hotu Matu'a.
At the end of the excursion, return to the hotel with free time at your disposal.
Private excursion with English and Spanish-speaking guide.
After breakfast, transfer to the airport for the return flight to Santiago de Chile.
Upon arrival, transfer and check-in at the hotel.
Private transfer: Easter Island hotel – Mataveri Airport.
Private transfer: Santiago Airport – Santiago hotel.
Breakfast at the hotel.
Departure for the visit to the prestigious Concha y Toro Winery.
Founded in 1883 by Don Melchor de Concha y Toro, it is one of Chile's most important and renowned wineries.
During the visit you'll have the opportunity to take part in an enjoyable wine tasting.
Its production includes major international grape varieties such as Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, and Chardonnay, as well as typically Chilean varieties such as Carménère and País.
At the end of the visit, return to the hotel. Free afternoon.
Private transfer: Santiago hotel – Concha y Toro Winery.
The visit includes:
• Sensory experience.
• Casillero del Diablo cellar.
• Bodega de Guarda del Alto cellar.
• Concha y Toro lookout point.
• Variety Garden.
• Tasting of 4 glasses of wine (Premium Line).
• Walk through the estate's gardens and park.
• Tasting of 6 glasses of wine paired with a cheese board (Marqués de Casa Concha Line).
Times (in English): 10:40 and 15:30
Visit duration: 2 hours and 40 minutes.
After breakfast at the hotel, it will be time to say goodbye.
Private transfer to the Santiago de Chile airport for the return flight.
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Private transfer: Santiago hotel – Santiago Airport.
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