Chilean Fjords & Torres del Paine
Southern Chile impresses in this unforgettable journey through breathtaking Torres del Paine & Puerto Natales.
• Explore the rugged beauty of Torres del Paine from the comfort of a mountain lodge.
• Delve the depths of ethereal Mylodon Cave with a private guide.
• Experience life on a traditional Chilean ranch at stunning Estancia La Peninsula.
• Treat your taste buds to a symphony of flavors in Santiago.
• Featuring a curated collection of premier accommodations.
Independent Travel
Independent trips are either entire trips you take privately or solo extensions to a group tour.
Adventure
Explore thrilling and challenging destinations, engaging in activities such as hiking, trekking, and adrenaline-pumping experiences.
Premium
Elevate your journey with style and sophistication, offering top-notch experiences without breaking the bank.
Flexible
With no pre-set departure dates, choose when you want to go and for how long.
At A Glance
Day 1 – Santiago
• Chile Welcome Package
• Airport Transfer with Meet & Greet
Day 2 – Santiago
• Flavors of Santiago (with Lunch & Tastings, 6 hrs)
Day 3 – Puerto Natales
• Private transfer to Santiago airport
• Private transfer to Puerto Natales hotel
Day 4 – Puerto Natales
• Hiking Dorotea Hill & Mylodon Cave (5 hrs)
Day 5 – Puerto Natales
• Estancia La Peninsula (with Breakfast & Lunch, 8 hrs)
Day 6 – Torres del Paine
• Private transfer to Torres del Paine hotel
• Torres del Paine hotel Orientation & Inclusions
Day 7 – Torres del Paine
• Torres del Paine half day hiking excursions
• Explore Torres del Paine at leisure
Day 8 – Torres del Paine
• Torres del Paine half day hiking excursions
Day 9 – Torres del Paine
• Horseback Riding Excursions
Day 10 – Santiago
• Private transfer to Puerto Natales airport
• Private transfer to Santiago hotel
Day 11 – Santiago
• Wine Tasting at Casa Marin (with Blind Tasting & Lunch, 4 hrs)
Day 12 – Santiago
• Depart at any time
• Private airport transfer
Itinerary
Day 1 – Santiago
Welcome to Chile!
To ensure your comfort, an English-speaking guide will be waiting for you outside of Customs holding a sign with your name on it. This representative will direct you to your awaiting vehicle and driver, and accompany you to your hotel to assist with check-in.
To accommodate early flight arrivals into Santiago, an early check-in will be arranged at your hotel.
Accommodation: Hotel
Day 2 – Santiago
Tantalize your senses with an unforgettable gastronomic tour through sensational Santiago. Meet your professional driver and private guide to take in the aromas and flavors of enticing Chilean cuisine. Your first stop is La Vega Central Food Market, a bustling marketplace offering some of the freshest produce that the fertile lands of Chile have to offer. Next, visit the historic Mercado Central before indulging in a traditional Chilean empanada at a local favorite. Stroll through the Plaza de Armas, observing the Santiago Central Post Office, the National History Museum, and Santiago City Hall. Make a stop at the presidential palace of La Moneda, a former colonial mint which now serves as the offices for select Chilean officials. By this time, you’ll have worked up a healthy appetite which can be satisfied in the Providencia neighborhood. Enjoy lunch at a traditional Chilean restaurant, featuring a flavorful menu served alongside a glass of fine Chilean wine. After your delicious meal, visit the up-and-coming district of Barrio Italia, home to boutique shops, antique stores, art galleries and even mouth-watering desserts. Your final stop is at a traditional Dulcería that offers a range of Chilean pastries. Indulge in one more sweet treat here before your private driver transfers you back to your hotel.
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch
Day 3 – Puerto Natales
Join your professional driver and English-speaking guide for a private airport transfer.
Board a flight from Santiago de Chile to Puerto Natales. Flight time is approximately three hours and ten minutes. Please note: The cost of this flight is not included in your itinerary and must be purchased separately.
Meet your private driver and bilingual guide for a transfer to your accommodation in Puerto Natales. Approximate travel time is 20 minutes.
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals included: Breakfast
Day 4 – Puerto Natales
Set out with your private driver and knowledgeable guide towards the foothills of Dorotea Hill, nestled right on the border with Argentina. Once there, embark on a hike through the scenic landscapes and flora endemic to Patagonia. Offering a leisurely trek, Dorotea invites you to drink in extraordinary panoramic views of the hills and Patagonian steppe. After embracing the wilds of nature, join your guide for a visit to Mylodon Cave, an impressive natural rock formation and designated Natural Monument. Navigate a series of inner caves, delving deep into this historic cavern. Named for the extinct sloth-like Mylodon creature, this natural wonder offers insight into early human habitation and was discovered to host tools and remains from 6,000 B.C. After immersing yourself in prehistoric Patagonia, a return transfer whisks you back to Puerto Natales.
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals included: Breakfast
Day 5 – Puerto Natales
Experience the life of a gaucho in a full-day exploration of Estancia La Peninsula. Located in the heart of Southern Patagonia, the estancia embodies pure Chilean beauty in the form of fjords, mountains, pampas, and glaciers. Board a boat and glide through the Ultima Esparanza Sound to the sprawling working estancia. Fuel up for a day of adventure with a delicious breakfast before choosing an afternoon guided activity. Saddle up for a horseback ride through the estate’s surroundings, venturing to the Balmaceda Glacier viewpoint for majestic scenes. Opt to join a 4×4 off-road drive, navigating along the coastline and stopping at various points to observe local flora and fauna. Those seeking a more leisurely outing will enjoy a guided walk to spot an assortment of birdlife, while thrill-seekers might choose to embark on a trek through rugged Patagonian splendor. After, indulge in a lamb barbeque back at the estancia before observing an afternoon dog and sheep shearing demonstration, providing further insight into daily life at this traditional estate. Your adventure concludes with a return boat transfer to Puerto Natales followed by a drive back to your hotel.
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch
Day 6 – Torres del Paine National Park
Meet your private driver and English speaking guide for a transfer to your hotel in Torres del Paine. Approximate travel time is two hours.
The lodge’s on-site guides will help you maximize your experience in Las Torres Reserve, suggesting excursions based on your interest, fitness level, and weather conditions. Whether you want to take a short stroll along the lake or a long walk through the pampas, the Las Torres Reserve offers a diverse set of half and full-day tours. You’ll be able to mix and match according to your preferences – from hiking, climbing, geology, to exploring the heritage and culture of the region’s cowboys and Indigenous people. Your stay at Hotel Las Torres includes all meals and drinks (excluding premium spirits), excursions within Torres del Paine National Park, bilingual guides, Wi-Fi internet access in common areas, and accommodation.
The day is yours to unwind in style or enjoy additional adventure at your hotel. Get a feel of Patagonian ranch culture by visiting the on-site baqueanos, checking out the stables and spending some time with the lodge’s stunning horses. Visit the eco-friendly Pionero Bar for a innovative cocktail, looking out through large windows to observe horses grazing and maybe even a puma strutting by. Stop by the estancia’s regenerative kitchen garden, learning the best trips and tricks from the on-site gardeners. Pick up essential gear or a last-minute souvenir at the store. Indulge an essential Patagonia experience with a visit to the quincho, where you can savor roasted lamb in a typical Chilean barbeque.
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 7 – Torres del Paine National Park
Set out to explore the rugged beauty of the reserve with your choice of half day hiking excursion. All tours are led by a knowledgeable and charismatic bilingual guide who will be delighted to make your experience the best it can be. Get up close and personal with the famous Los Cuernos towers in an engaging tour that whisks you to the borders of the Paine Massif. Take an easy stroll along Azul Lagoon, marveling at remarkable views of the Las Torres Mountains. Follow a steep path along the western slope of Mount Cerro Paine up to the D’Agostini Viewpoint. Hike part of the O Circuit trail around the eastern edge of the massif into a magical old-growth lenga forest. The opportunities for unparalleled adventure are endless.
Discover a diverse selection of soothing and pampering spa treatments at your hotel. A curated selection of services have been designed to revitalize your body, promote circulation, hydrate your skin, and relax your muscles. Choose from a menu of massages, hydromassages, mud therapy, and reflexology sessions, delivered by specialists committed to increasing your physical and mental well-being. Please note: Your treatment is not included and will be paid for on location. Reservations are confirmed at the time of booking and are subject to availability.
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 8 – Torres del Paine National Park
Immerse yourself in the natural wonders of Torres del Paine during a long or full-day guided hike from your hotel. Learn about the Aónikenk people of Patagonia and see ancient drawings they left frozen in time on stone walls. Immerse yourself in the diversity of the park’s lakes and get a dramatically different view of the mountain. Walk a portion of the W Circuit and marvel at the majesty of the multi-colored Los Cuernos Mountains up close. Take a breathtaking hike between the ominous Mount Almirante Nieto and the ice blue north shore of Lake Nordenskjöld. For those who prefer a trek that will keep them on their toes, journey to the famous Las Torres Base Viewpoint and ponder the beauty that lays before you.
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 9 – Torres del Paine National Park
Saddle up for adventure in your choice of horseback riding excursion in the Las Torres Reserve. Ride through a native forest to a viewpoint that reveals Cerro Paine and the Las Torres peaks from another perspective. Join local baqueanos for a horseback ride to Lake Nordenskjöld, following a portion of the W Circuit. Journey through the Ascencio Valley, exploring the lesser known places within the reserve. Gallop through the foothills of the Paine Massif, taking in the stunning views of an open prairie surrounded by powerful, looming mountains. Opt to combine your rides with a refreshing hike, trekking up to the breathtaking summit of Mount Cerro Paine.
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 10 – Santiago
Meet your private driver and English speaking guide for a transfer to Puerto Natales. Approximate travel time is two hours.
Board a flight from Puerto Natales to Santiago. Flight time is approximately three hours and ten minutes. Please note: The cost of this flight is not included in your itinerary and must be purchased separately.
Join your professional driver and English-speaking guide for a private airport transfer.
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals included: Breakfast
Day 11 – Santiago
Chile is well known for its world-class wines and the distinct terrior unique to its vineyards. Created to captivate the palate by focusing all senses into the identity of Chilean wine, this tasting experience – designed under the guidance of storied vintner María Luz Marin – is an exquisite sensory trip. Begin by entering the wine cellar “Tierras Blancas,” where a wine class and a blind tasting of Riesling, Sauvignon Blanc, Gewurztraminer, Pinot Noir and Syrah will take place. Created to allow you to identify the subtle notes found in these outstanding wines and to appreciate the flavors within them, this is an experience you won’t soon forget. Your excursion finishes with a lunch at the Winery Bar, alongside a collection of carefully paired wines.
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch
Day 12 – Santiago
Meet your professional driver and English-speaking guide for an airport transfer.
Meals included: Breakfast
Captivating Moments
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Additional Information
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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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