Thin and unreasonably long, Chile stretches from the belly of South America to its foot, reaching from the driest desert on earth to vast southern glacial fields. Diverse landscapes unfurl over 4300 km stretch. Barren yet beautiful, Chile’s Atacama Desert is an alluring world of sand and rock. Santiago is home to modern skyscrapers and historic colonial architecture, while the journey through the wilds of Torres del Paine National Park is no small feat. But the rewards are unparalleled. Sunsets on the lagoon, hikes to the edges of glaciers and sweeping views that will get your heart racing. Chile is nature running free!
Highlights:
♦ Puerto Natales - Milodon cave, National parks with lakes, waterfalls and glaciers.
♦ Santiago de Chile - city tour
♦ San Pedro de Atacama - Moon valley and Death Valley
Itinerary:
Day 1. Puerto Natales
Arrival at Puerto Natales airport and transfer to “Altiplanico” hotel. Our representative will escort you and give you the info pack for the tour. Overnight in Puerto Natales.
Day 2. Puerto Natales - Torres del Paine National Park
In the morning, we will leave the hotel for the Milodon Cave located 24 kilometers north of Puerto Natales.This natural monument is formed by three caves and a rocky conglomerate called "Silla Del Diablo".We will continue to the Torres del Paine National Park. On the way we will be able to admire the beautiful landscape that surrounds us from the Mirador del Lago Grey, from where we will have views of the Grey Glacier, the Paine Massif and the Lago Del Toro. A couple of kilometers ahead it is possible to observe the Cuernos Del Paine. We will take the road over the Serrano Bridge to continue to the Lago Grey sector. In this sector we will be able to make a walk along the shore of the lake and if the conditions allow it, we will be able to access the viewpoint of Peninsula Grey.Then, we will return to the route towards a restaurant to take a break with the option to have lunch (lunch not included). At the end we will begin the second stage of our visit to Torres del Paine National Park,heading to the Salto Grande sector. We will visit the viewpoint of Nordenskjold Lake and continue to the Laguna Amarga sector passing by Cascada Paine.After admiring this pleasant spectacle, we will return to the city of Puerto Natales. Overnight in Puerto Natales
Day 3. Puerto Natales
Day at leisure. Overnight in Puerto Natales.
Day 4. Puerto Natales - Santiago de Chile
Transfer to Puerto Natales Airport. Upon arrival at Santiago de Chile airport you will be met by our representative and escorted to your hotel. Overnight in Santiago de Chile.
Day 5. Santiago de Chile - City tour
Described by the international media as a surprising destination, Santiago stands out for being a cosmopolitan and modern city that perfectly combines its traditions with a modern outlook.The tour will take you to visit the heart of the city and its emblematic sites such as the Plaza de Armas, the Cathedral, Santiago’s Central Postal Office and its Municipality. We will also visit the Moneda Palace, which are the government’s headquarters as well as the traditional neighborhoods of the historic city center. The tour also includes a visit to the Santa Lucia hill, named Huelén by the natives. It is a real urban oasis in the center of the city. There we will learn more about Chile’s history and enjoy some of the best views in the city.
After knowing Santiago, we will arrive to Barrio Lastarria, famous by it cultural, inherited and gastronomical offer. The second part of the tour will take you to the eastern side of the city, to the financial heart of Santiago, known for its modern buildings, impressive glass skyscrapers and its impressive sculptures designed by prominent national architects. Overnight in Santiago de Chile.
Day 6. Santiago de Chile.
Day at leisure. Overnight in Santiago de Chile.
Day 7. Santiago de Chile - San Pedro de Atacama
Transfer to Santiago de Chile airport. Flight to Calama airport where you will be met by our representative and escorted to your hotel in San Pedro de Atacama.
Overnight in San Pedro de Atacama.
Day 8. San Pedro de Atacama - Moon Valley & Death Valley
When we arrive at the Valley we will have a wide panoramic view of the Andes, the Great Salt Flat of Atacama, San Pedro Oasis and all the Salt Flat. Its dunes will transport us to a true landscape of another planet, always having the Licancabur Volcano as a backdrop.First we will stop at the Salt Caves, impressive caves where it is possible to appreciate the heart of the salt,gypsum and clay of the Salt Mountain Range. Then we will continue through the Valley, crossing it transversely. Here we will visit the Amphitheater and the Tres Marías. At the end, we will be able to see the sunset at the Mirador de la Piedra Del Coyote with a beautiful view of the Andes Mountains. Overnight in San Pedro de Atacama.
Day 9. San Pedro de Atacama
Day at leisure. Overnight in San Pedro de Atacama.
Day 10. Departure
At the set time you will be transferred to Calama airport. End of our services.
Good to know:
► hotels may vary according to availability;
► all prices are subject to change without previous notice;
Visa: European citizens do not need tourist visa for Chile for a short stay (up to 90 days)
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