Best Of Chile

Best Of Chile

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Best Of Chile

10 Days Starting in Santiago and ending in Atacama

Visiting: Chile

Tour operator:

Indus Travels

Tour code:

IndTur923

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Group size:

1 - 22

Physical rating:

Easy

Trip Styles:

Small Group

Activities:

Sightseeing, Walking

From:
$2047 (USD)

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Tour Overview

This small-group tour of Chile will show you the most exhilarating sites and breathtaking attractions this country has to offer! From cosmopolitan cities to magnificent deserts, you will fall in love with the beauty and magic of Chile. Begin your tour in Santiago, the capital which is famous for its magnificent mountain views. Learn about the history and culture of the city as you visit the Plaza de Armas and Santa Lucia Hill. Catch a flight to Punta Arenas, from where you will travel to Puerto Natales. Discover the extraordinary beauty of the region as you explore Patagonia with its magnificent mountains, fjords, glaciers, forests, and steppes. From there you will fly to the Atacama and discover the driest desert in the world as you explore the Moon Valley. This is a breathtaking geological wonder which will make you feel like you are walking on the moon! Bask in the beauty of the Andes Mountains and the teeming volcanoes in this otherworldly area, where you will end your tour of Chile.

Highlights

  • Explore Santiago, the incredibly diverse capital of Chile, surrounded by the Andes Range

  • Fall in love with the surrounding natural beauty of Patagonia as you visit Puerto NatalesExplore the Moon Valley with the breathtaking desert views in San Pedro de Atacama

  • Explore the Moon Valley with the breathtaking desert views in San Pedro de Atacama

  • Fall in love with the surrounding natural beauty of Patagonia as you visit Puerto Natales

Itinerary

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Day 1: Santiago (Arrival)

Welcome to Santiago de Chile! Upon arrival in Santiago, you will be met by one of our representatives and transferred to your hotel. Spend the rest of the day at leisure to explore the city at your own pace.




Overnight in Santiago

Day 2: Santiago (B/-/-)

Today you will head on a tour to discover the famous landmarks of the Chilean capital. Santiago stands out for being a cosmopolitan and modern city that perfectly combines traditions with a modern outlook. This tour will take you to the heart of the city and its emblematic sites including the Plaza de Armas, the Cathedral, Santiagos Central Postal Office, and its Municipality. You will also visit the Moneda Palace, the governments headquarters, and the traditional neighborhoods of the historic city center. Pay a visit to the Santa Lucia Hill, named Huelén by the natives. Santa Lucia Hill is a real urban oasis in the center of the city where you will learn more about Chiles rich history and enjoy some of the most breathtaking views. Later, arrive at Barrio Lastarria, famous for its cultural, inherited, and gastronomical offerings. The second half of the tour will take you to the eastern side of the city, to the financial heart of Santiago, known for its modern buildings, glass skyscrapers, and magnificent sculptures designed by prominent architects.




Overnight in Santiago

Day 3: Santiago (B/-/-)

Spend the day at leisure or book an optional tour.




Overnight in Santiago

Day 4: Santiago – Punta Arenas (By Flight) – Puerto Natales (B/-/-)

Today you will be transferred to the airport to board your flight to Punta Arenas. Upon arrival, you will be met and transferred to your hotel in Puerto Natales. Enjoy the rest of your day at leisure to explore the area at your own pace or to relax at your hotel. Vast, exotic, wild and infinite in its beauty — that is how Patagonia was described by explorers who arrived here nearly 500 years ago. Little has changed to this day. Come and discover a truly unspoiled wilderness with breathtaking mountains, fjords, glaciers, forests, and steppes.




Overnight in Puerto Natales

Day 5: Puerto Natales (B/-/-)

Spend your day at leisure or book an optional tour. The optional tours provided might be physically challenging as they may involve hikes and treks. We suggest booking optional tours accordingly.




Overnight in Puerto Natales

Day 6: Puerto Natales (B/-/-)

Enjoy your day at leisure or book an optional tour. The optional tours might be physically challenging as they may involve hikes and treks. We suggest booking optional tours accordingly.




Overnight in Puerto Natales

Day 7: Puerto Natales – Punta Arenas – Atacama (By Flight) (B/-/-)

Today you will be transferred to the airport where you will board your flight to Calama. Upon arrival, you will be met and transferred to your hotel in the Atacama to spend the rest of your day at leisure. Explore the city at your own pace or relax in your hotel.




Overnight in San Pedro de Atacama

Day 8: Atacama (B/-/-)

Spend the morning at leisure. In the afternoon, you will visit the driest desert in the world — the geologically magnificent Moon Valley. A couple of kilometers outside of San Pedro de Atacama, between the jagged rocks and unusual shapes of the Cordillera de la Sal (Salt Mountains), lies the Valle de la Luna (Moon Valley). This is a breathtaking geological wonder in the Los Flamencos National Reserve. During the tour, you can take in the extraordinary shapes of the landscape, which will make you feel as if you were walking on the moon. Admire the unbeatable views of the Andes Mountains and its teeming volcanoes. As dusk falls you will be overwhelmed by the red and golden colors of the desert sky. All this will result in a truly unforgettable tour.




Overnight in San Pedro de Atacama

Day 9: Atacama (B/-/-)

Spend your day at leisure or book an optional tour.




Overnight in San Pedro de Atacama

Day 10: Atacama (Departure) – Usa/Canada (B/-/-)

Today, at the arranged time, you will be transferred to San Pedro de Atacama Airport for your flight back home.

What's Included

  • 09 Nights accommodation on a twin sharing basis at listed superior hotels or similar

  • Daily buffet breakfast

  • All Arrival and departure airport transfers

  • All Transportation in AC modern vehicles

  • Services of English-speaking guide during the tours

  • All sightseeing as per the detailed itinerary

  • All entrance fees as per the detailed itinerary

  • Visit to the Moon Valley in San Pedro Atacama

  • Domestic flights (Santiago – Punta Arenas – Atacama)

  • All local applicable taxes

What's Not Included

  • Items of a personal nature, tips and gratuities

  • Visa fees, if applicable

  • Items not mentioned as included

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Check out our Q&As

  • Can I join the tour once it has departed?

    Yes, but only in case it was previously agreed by both sides and arranged by us.

  • What documents will I receive before I travel?

    Our e-document package includes all local contact details, daily itinerary, airline e-ticket information, service vouchers, and travel tips which should be everything you require to go on your trip.

  • If I need one, who is responsible to obtain my visa?

    You are responsible for obtaining the proper travel documents for the destinations on your itinerary, including having a passport that is valid for at least 6 months before the date of departure and a visa if required. Please check the Visa section in the Know Before You Go document for the countries you will be visiting.

  • Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?

    No, not as standard. Solo travellers can book and occupy their own room for a supplement.

  • How long has the tour company been trading?

    We have been organizing unforgettable trips since 2001.

  • Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?

    Yes.

  • What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?

    Changes to an existing reservation up to the Final Payment Date, whatever the cause, will incur a $100 per person amendment fee, potential loss of any supplier fees (such as non-refundable event tickets, park permits, and sea cruise reservations) plus any costs for replacement services. On/ after the Final Payment Date, the $100 change fee is no longer valid, instead cancellations terms apply.

Reviews of this Operator

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Book with Confidence

  • Low Deposit

    Indus Travels requires a minimum deposit of 25% or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 45 days before departure.

  • Cancellation Policy

    We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of indus travels charges.

    Up to 75 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.

    At 74 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.

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