Chile is drenched in cultural traditions and natural wonders that you will be ecstatic to explore on this lavish 12-day getaway starting in Santiago and leading to the Atacama Desert. Between the buzzing capital city’s enchanting cuisine, Easter Island’s spectacular seascape, and the Atacama Desert’s remarkable geothermal discoveries, every moment will share something special during your hand-picked tour to Chile’s captivating destinations.
Customizable Itinerary
Day 1
Santiago - A Royal Arrival in Chile
Capital city and lifeblood of Chile, Santiago is a destination home to a huge portion of the Chilean population that fuses traditional cultural charm with modern appeal, blending it into a melting pot of heritage and contemporary characteristics. You will be delighted to have a free afternoon to discover Santiago at your own pace, losing yourself in the enchanting atmosphere that floods the cityscape. From the iconic museums peppering its skyline and chic restaurants serving the country’s finest renditions of classic culinary delicacies, moments of regal splendor will abound from the moment you step foot on Chilean soil.
What's Included:
Day 2
Easter Island - Relishing Spectacles from the Top of Rano Kau
Day 3
Easter Island - Awe-Inspiring Adventures across the Island
Day 4
Easter Island - Unrivaled Panoramas from Poike and Maunga Terevaka
Day 5
Santiago - Lapping Up the Luxuries of Santiago
Day 6
Santiago - Culinary Exploration in the Heart of Chile
Day 7
Santiago - Chilean Culture in Valparaíso and Casablanca
Day 8
Atacama Desert - Stargazing in a Sandy Paradise
Day 9
Atacama Desert - Picture-Perfect Scenes of Snow, Yellows, and Greens
Day 10
Atacama Desert - Temperate Times in the Tatio Geysers
Day 11
Santiago - A Welcoming Step to a Time Before Today
Day 12
Santiago - Morning Moments at Your Own Pace
Trip Highlights
- Delight in the remarkable volcanic formations composing the breathtaking emerald Easter Island as you hike to the colossal Rano Kau crater and gaze across its serene azure lake
- Admire the artistic vision of ancient civilizations as you capture images of the astonishing Moai sculptures dotting the island’s proliferating landscape before wallowing in the turquoise waters hugging its coastline
- Climb the rising green banks of Poike Hill and Maunga Terevaka to capture unparalleled picture-perfect scenes of Easter Island’s spellbinding land and seascape
- Explore the history shrouding the cosmopolitan capital of Santiago and introduce your taste buds to the time-honored dishes comprising Chile’s world-famous cuisine
- Discover the distinct qualities of Casablanca’s finest wines and cherish moments uncovering the rich culture underpinning the local lifestyle of Valparaíso
- Witness the breathtaking Miscanti and Meñiques lagoons, hugging the golden plateaus that lie beneath the snowy peaks of Chile’s soaring mountains
- Treat yourself to a balmy dip in the steamy river flanking the bubbling, famous Tatio Geysers of Chile and feel the nourishing warmth vitalize your body
- Share in the cultural traditions of an ancient Atacameños community as you tour to a tribal village tucked away in the coral canyons of the Atacama Desert
Starting Price
$12,700 per person (excluding international flights)
What's Included
- Accommodations
- In-country transportation
- Some or all activities and tours
- Expert trip planning
- 24x7 support during your trip
Your final trip cost will vary based on your selected accommodations, activities, meals, and other trip elements that you opt to include.
Reviews of this Travel Agency
4.87 stars based on 85 reviews.
The communication, attention, and services were all excellent. Zicasso's travel specialist provided recommendations that aligned well with our interests.
Reviewed By Angilberto H.
Zicasso's travel agency did a great job listening to us and planning a custom trip! We had excellent guides everywhere we visited and I really felt like we had a curated trip that met our particular tastes. They even gave us information for self-guided tours and restaurants for the days in Santiago when we didn't want a guide. Highly recommended!
Reviewed By James H.
Zicasso's travel company was very responsive to what I wanted on the trip. They had just the right level of activity for an older couple traveling. Our guides were all great. All the details worked perfectly... no problems at all. Everything was as advertised in terms of the hotels and what to expect. I was extremely pleased with this tour company.
Reviewed By Maureen C.
This was an amazing trip to Argentina and Chile. Our experience with Zicasso's travel agency was exceptional from start to finish. They listened to our wishes, created a wonderful itinerary, had a top-rate app, and even did little things like check us in for our flights and add boarding passes to the app. All the hotels, neighborhoods, and experiences they picked were spectacular. They worked with us on a complicated flight itinerary and were incredibly responsive to all our needs. I would highly recommend this company and this trip for people looking for a mix of cities, wine, and nature.
Reviewed By Katharine B.
We had an excellent itinerary, based on recommendations made by Zicasso's travel partner.
Reviewed By Ruth A.
I traveled along the Carretera Austral road in southern Chile. It took a while to figure out where I wanted to go, but Zicasso's travel partner was very patient with me and helped me come up with the perfect itinerary.
I didn't have a big budget, but they treated me as if I was their best customer and never pressured me to spend more money. The "trip plans" app they set up for me was amazing and allowed me to follow every detail of my itinerary, with directions and phone numbers to all of my destinations. Plus, it allowed me to contact them every day, 24/7, if I had questions.
I changed an excursion in the middle of the trip and they took care of everything without any penalties. They even paid the difference in the price of the replacement excursion. Plus, they moved another excursion to another day with better weather conditions.
I could not have asked for a better experience and highly recommend our travel agents to anyone traveling to South America. They are the best!
Reviewed By Gabriel A.