Chile: Winelands & Scenic Marvels
Travel Destinations: Chile
10 Day Itinerary | Santiago, Pucón, San Pedro de Atacama
Experience the diverse cities, towns and landscapes of Chile on a journey filled with culinary indulgences, rich cultural immersions and a wide range of food, wine and outdoor activities.
• Revel in the pristine surroundings of the famed Chilean Lake District
• Sample organic and biodynamic wines and enjoy lunch at a vineyard outside Santiago
• In the Atacama Desert, interact with the local indigenous culture and explore the desert’s varied and eerily beautiful landscapes
• Join a local art enthusiast and chef for dinner in her private Santiago home
Independent Travel
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Classic
Embark on a timeless journey where iconic destinations, historical landmarks, and cultural treasures create a well-rounded and enduring trip.
Luxury
Dive into elegance and premium perks, enjoying the finer side of travel tailored to your taste.
Flexible
With no pre-set departure dates, choose when you want to go and for how long.
At A Glance
Day 1 – Santiago
• Airport meet and greet and transfer
• Private dinner with Chilean chef
Day 2 – Santiago
• City tour of Santiago
• Vineyard visit and wine tasting
Day 3 – Pucón
• Airport transfer
• Fly to temuco
• Transfer to hotel in Pucón
Day 4 – Pucón
• Lake District excursions of your choosing
Day 5 – Pucón
• Lake District excursions of your choosing
Day 6 – Santiago
• Airport transfer
• Fly to Santiago
• Transfer to hotel
Day 7 – San Pedro de Atacama
• Airport transfer
• Fly to Calama
• Transfer to hotel
Day 8 – San Pedro de Atacama
• Atacama Desert excursions of your choosing
Day 9 – San Pedro de Atacama
• Atacama Desert excursions of your choosing
Day 10 – San Pedro de Atacama
• Airport Transfer
Itinerary
Day 1 – Santiago
Arrive in Santiago, the dynamic capital of Chile, where you are met and transferred to your hotel, with guaranteed early check-in. Enjoy the afternoon at leisure or explore the city on your own. Tonight, dine at the private home of an art lover and chef who has appeared on MasterChef Chile. Relish every moment as she delights you with dishes prepared with locally sourced ingredients and paired with superb Chilean wines — a firsthand introduction to life in Chile, with great food and lively conversation.
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals included: Dinner
Day 2 – Santiago
Set out on a morning walking excursion around Santiago. Stroll the streets and neighborhoods, marveling at the outstanding architecture, inspired by the art and culture you encounter. Begin in front of the presidential palace, La Moneda, and proceed to the historical Court of Justice and National Congress to reach the Plaza de Armas. Proceed to the Museum of Pre-Columbian Art for an introduction to the most eminent pieces of the collection. Next, head out into the countryside to the nearby wine district, where you visit a vineyard and sample the organic and biodynamic wines produced on site. Then, enjoy a delicious lunch served by the vineyard’s chef. Afterward, explore the winery to learn about each stage of the winemaking process, as well as the challenges of managing a biodynamic farm. Enjoy a brief street art walk in Santiago’s Bellavista neighborhood before returning to your hotel.
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch
Day 3 – Pucón
Fly to Temuco, gateway to the gorgeous Chilean Lake District. Proceed overland to Pucón, a lakeside town surrounded by forested hills, where you check in to your luxurious hotel.
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 4 – Pucón
Begin a two-day stay here, enjoying a spectacular array of curated cultural activities and outdoor excursions. Create your own exciting adventure as you select from a wide range of inspiring experiences, perhaps setting out to discover the mystic ambience of the ancient Mapuche territories on your own. Extending from southern Chile into western Argentina, this area remains the home of Chile’s indigenous peoples, whose collective history dates back to 600 BC.
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 5 – Pucón
Once again take your pick of a selection of engaging activities, perhaps choosing from rafting on the Trancura River, floating on Villarrica Lake, trekking in the Cordilleras or hiking in a nearby natural park.
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 6 – Santiago
Today, fly to Santiago, where you are met and transferred to your hotel for a relaxing overnight stay, awaiting a flight to Calama the next morning.
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals included: Breakfast
Day 7 – San Pedro de Atacama
Fly to the northern Chilean town of Calama via Santiago. Upon arrival, you are met and transferred to your amazing lodge near the quaint oasis town of San Pedro de Atacama.
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Diner
Day 8 – San Pedro de Atacama
Relax at your leisure or select from the variety of included excursions available, such as biking through the gorges of Cordillera de la Sal, a trek of the Catarpe Valley, or a guided hike up to the Toco Volcano. This evening, take advantage of one of the best locations on earth for stargazing, beholding the spectacular majesty of the Milky Way through some of the clearest skies in the world.
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 9 – San Pedro de Atacama
Complete your two-day sojourn in this beautiful region, free once gain to relax at your leisure or choose from a variety of activities, perhaps setting out on a rock art excursion to explore caves and view the mineral-colored hills and cliffs of the Rainbow Valley or visit the picturesque town of San Pedro de Atacama. Tonight, the starry skies once more beckon.
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 10 – San Pedro de Atacama
Enjoy a morning at leisure, free to simply relax or take advantage of one of the half-day activities available at Alto Atacama. Later, transfer to Calama airport to fly to Santiago before boarding your departing flight home.
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch
Captivating Moments
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Additional Information
This sample itinerary is meant to inspire your next trip. It is ready to be customized to suit your interests, tastes and budget so you can connect with local cultures and experience authentic travel on your own terms and departing whenever you choose. Itinerary details and availability are subject to change, please inquire for up-to-date information and pricing.
What’s Included
• A fully customized itinerary based on your interests and schedule
• 24/7 in-destination support from our local office
• All accommodation stays, tours and transfers for scheduled activities are covered, unless otherwise listed in the itinerary
• A private driver for tours and transfers (in some countries our local private guides also act as your driver – your Destination Expert will discuss with you if applicable)
• Local private guides or shared tours that take you through your itinerary highlights and experiences, your final itinerary will confirm the type of tour
• A greeting at the airport or at your accommodation from one of our representatives – your expert will confirm your meet and greet location with you
• One suitcase and one carry-on per person for trip transfers
What’s Not Included
• Your international airfare – please do let your expert know if you’d like to receive pricing from our Air Team
• Travel insurance, which we offer and can be purchased after you’ve booked your tour
• Visas (unless noted)
• Excess baggage charges, and where applicable, baggage not included in your fare
• Early check-in or late check-out from hotels (unless otherwise specified)
• Optional enhancements like room or flight upgrades, optional tours, or local camera or video fees
• Passport fees, immunization costs, and local departure taxes (when applicable)
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