Outdoor Exploration Tour of Chile: Andes to the Pacific

Torres del Paine National Park in Puerto Natales, Chile

What to expect on this itinerary

On this 10-day tour of Chile, partake in the adventure of a lifetime in the great outdoors. From ice trekking through Patagonian ice fields and glaciers to sandboarding in the heart of the Atacama Desert, Chile is a thrill seeker’s paradise. Observe penguins in their natural habitat, spend the night glamping under thousands of stars, and traverse Torres del Paine National Park.

Countries Visited

Chile

Places Visited

Punta Arenas, San Pedro de Atacama, Atacama Desert, Santiago (City), Torres del Paine

Suggested Duration

10 Days

Customizable Itinerary

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Day 1

Punta Arenas – Arrive in Patagonia

You will arrive at the airport, and your private driver will greet and transfer you to your marvelous accommodation in the heart of the city. You will have ample time to settle in to your suite before meeting your guide in the hotel lobby to begin your first explorations of Patagonia. You will transfer to the magnificent Mirador Cerro de la Cruz, where you can gaze out over stunning views of the many colorful buildings of Punta Arenas and the Strait of Magellan. Once the sun has fully set, you will be guided back into the center of Punta Arenas to delight in your first traditional Chilean meal.

What's Included:

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Day 2

Punta Arenas – Private Yacht Cruise

Day 3

Torres del Paine – Scenic Mountain Trek

Day 4

Torres del Paine – Treasures of Patagonia

Day 5

Torres del Paine – Ice Hiking on Grey Glacier

Day 6

San Pedro de Atacama – Sandboarding in the Desert

Day 7

San Pedro de Atacama – Valle de la Luna

Day 8

Santiago – Cerro San Cristobal

Day 9

Santiago – Valparaiso and Viña del Mar

Day 10

Santiago – Departure

Trip Highlights

  • Marvel at the glorious sunset from Mirador Cerro de la Cruz in Punta Arenas with a refreshing pisco sour
  • Experience penguins in their natural habitat on a private yacht cruise to Magdalena Island
  • Luxuriate the stunning landscapes of Patagonia when you traverse the illustrious Torres del Paine National Park
  • Indulge in the experience of a lifetime when you partake in a thrilling ice trek on Patagonia’s Grey Glacier
  • Sleep under the stars in a luxurious glampsite in the heart of Torres del Paine National Park
  • Embark on a sandboarding adventure on the Atacama Desert’s sand dunes
  • Revel in a private stargazing tour in the heart of the vast Atacama Desert
  • Rise to the top of glorious Cerro San Cristobal and admire phenomenal panoramic views of the city

Detailed Description

On this 10-day tour of Chile, you will indulge in an adventure that you will never forget. Your tour will begin in the unique Southern Chilean city of Punta Arenas, where you will watch the gorgeous Patagonian sunset from the top of Mirador Cerro de la Cruz on your first day in the country. The following day, you will partake in a private yacht tour to Magdalena Island. Here, you can observe penguins in their natural habitat. Torres del Paine National Park will then allow you to admire its vast landscapes that abound in Patagonia before you spend several evenings glamping in luxury beneath a starry sky in the desert. An ice trekking adventure on Grey Glacier will prove to be incredible.

You will then continue to the miraculous Atacama Desert. Here, you will explore the arid terrain of Valle de la Luna or Moon Valley and delight in a sandboarding adventure. Finally, in Santiago, you will explore the city’s fascinating neighborhoods and ascend to the top of Cerro San Cristobal to appreciate the wonderful panoramic views of Santiago and the surrounding Andes Mountains. You will also be enchanted by the vibrant colors of Valparaiso and delighted by a relaxing trip to Viña del Mar.

Starting Price

$3,700 per person (excluding international flights)

Your Zicasso trip is fully customizable, and this sample itinerary is a starting place for your travel plans. Actual costs are dynamic, and your selection of accommodations and activities, your season of travel, and other such variables will bring this budget guideline up or down. Throughout your planning experience with your Zicasso specialist, your itinerary is designed around your budget. You can book your trip when you are satisfied with every detail. Planning your trip with a Zicasso travel specialist is a free service.

What's Included

The starting price is based on travel during the low season for a minimum of two travelers staying in shared 3-star accommodations. Please inquire for a custom trip quote based on your travel preferences and travel dates.

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