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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Chile Trip Review: Atacama Desert, San Pedro, Puerto Natales, Torres del Paine National Park, 9 Nights
"My trip was everything we wished for. Zicasso’s tour operators mapped out a wonderful itinerary, with tours that were interesting and scenic."

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Argentina, Chile Trip Review: Santiago, Torres del Paine, El Calafate, Bariloche, Buenos Aires, Perito Moreno Glacier, Valparaiso, Vineyard, Local Cuisine, 2 Weeks

We would give this a 4.5-star rating. Overall, our trip was very enjoyable and went smoothly. We would recommend the services of this Zicasso travel company for arranging a trip to Patagonia. The logistics were well taken care of and the tour guides were all knowledgeable and personable. Communication during the planning phase and during the trip was easy. We spent three nights each in Santiago, Torres del Paine, El Calafate, Bariloche, and Buenos Aires.

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Chile Vacation Review: Rapa Nui, Torres del Paine, Millahue Valley, Wine Tasting, 12-Night Trip

We had a great time on our trip to Chile. The itinerary the Zicasso trip planner suggested was wonderful. We especially enjoyed staying at the lodges in Rapa Nui and Torres del Paine. The level of service and all of their guides were great.

All of the arrangements the trip planner made for us were on time, dependable, efficient, and enjoyable. Everything went as planned.

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Chile Birthday Trip Review: Patagonia, Torres del Paine, Colchagua Valley, Volcano, Rainforest, Winery, Culture, Nature, Scenery, 2 Weeks

We just returned from our two-week trip to Chile, planned for my 60th birthday. My boyfriend and I had the most spectacular trip! Zicasso's travel company put together an amazing itinerary, designed to meet all our requirements for experiences, logistics, uniqueness, and our desired activities. From my first call with the travel specialist, I felt the responsiveness, personalization, and high level of service his company provided. I couldn’t have asked for anything more in a travel partner.

We had three stops – a winery in the Colchagua Valley, a boutique hotel in the Patagonia Lakes region, and a lodge in southern Patagonia, near Torres del Paine National Park. The recommendations on lodging were so perfect. Each was intimate, with such a high level of service and uniqueness. We loved that they were all inclusive, with meals and excursions included. This allowed us to adjust our plans day to day, based upon weather and how we were feeling. The travel specialist also made arrangements to make sure I had a very special birthday celebration, which was absolutely wonderful.

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Chile Vacation Review: Santiago, Patagonia, W Trek, Atacama Desert, 12-Day Tour

Overall, everything was great. We had wonderful tour guides who were knowledgeable and helpful. There was a nationwide power outage while we were in Santiago, which was a little scary, but our tour guide was very helpful with this. 

I think my one complaint (which is probably more something we should've taken into consideration while reviewing the itinerary) was that the agenda was pretty jam-packed, leaving little time for rest, especially after the W trek, which was amazing, but tiring. I think I would've had a little more downtime after that. Otherwise, everything was fabulous. We appreciate it!

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Chile Travel Review: Santiago, Patagonia, Valparaiso, Street Art, Hiking, Local Cuisine, 8 Days

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!

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