Chile: Top to Toe

Trip Code:4911

(AUD) Twin Share from $16,790pp

Days 14

Nights 11

Travel the length of Chile, from the barren beauty of the Atacama and altiplano of the north, via the lakes and volcanoes of the Lake District, to the spectacular mountains and glaciers of Patagonia in the south.

03 Dec 2026 – 14 Dec 2026
Land only: from $16,480 pp twin share / $19,380 pp sole use
Flight inclusive: from $18,980 pp twin share / $21,880 pp sole use *
15 Feb 2027 – 26 Feb 2027
Land only: from $16,090 pp twin share / $17,390 pp sole use
Flight inclusive: from $18,590 pp twin share / $19,890 pp sole use *
13 Sep 2027 – 24 Sep 2027
Land only: from $14,290 pp twin share / $16,890 pp sole use
Flight inclusive: from $16,790 pp twin share / $19,390 pp sole use *
11 Oct 2027 – 22 Oct 2027
Land only: from $15,490 pp twin share / $18,390 pp sole use
Flight inclusive: from $17,990 pp twin share / $20,890 pp sole use *
25 Oct 2027 – 05 Nov 2027
Land only: from $16,090 pp twin share / $18,990 pp sole use
Flight inclusive: from $18,590 pp twin share / $21,490 pp sole use *

* Prices and category availability are subject to change without notice. Land only prices exclude international flights.

Itinerary

Day 1 – Fly To Santiago

Fly to Chile’s sophisticated capital Santiago, arriving the same day. Depending on your time of arrival the rest of the day is yours to enjoy the delights of Santiago before your welcome dinner this evening.

Day 2 – Discover Valparaíso

Travel 3 hours to the coast to visit the bohemian UNESCO port town of Valparaíso. Explore this colourful city where you will visit La Sebastiana, Pablo Neruda’s eclectic home, before heading to the serene Casablanca Valley. At Casas del Bosque Winery, enjoy a behind-the-scenes tour and sample award-winning wines. Go on to savour a gourmet lunch amidst stunning vineyard views, before returning to Santiago.

Day 3 – San Pedro De Atacama

Today you will fly to the northern city of Calama. From here you will drive to the desert oasis town of San Pedro de Atacama before enjoying a local lunch in Ayllu de Coyo. Discover some of San Pedro’s famous landscapes on an exploration of the Moon Valley, one of the driest spots on the planet. With lonely volcanoes populating the horizon, enjoy the views and the silence as the afternoon sun turns the hues of the rock from orange to red to purple. This evening you’ll be stargazing in Atacama – considered the best place in the world for viewing the night skies.

Day 4 – Salar De Atacama

This morning, you’ll explore the Salar de Atacama, the driest non-polar desert on earth. You’ll travel through barren mountains, passing visually striking salt lakes as you make your way towards Miscanti and Miñiques lagoons. These lagoons sit on the high plains at the base of their two namesake volcanoes. The water here is astonishingly blue, whilst the salt deposits that surround it stand in brilliant contrast.

Day 5 – El Tatio Geysers

Rise early to travel deeper into the Atacama to visit El Tatio. Set within a ring of volcanoes, there are about 80 lively geysers and fumaroles, which come to life at sunrise. This afternoon is at leisure to wander the quaint town of San Pedro.

Day 6 – Puerto Varas

Transfer back to Calama and fly south to Puerto Montt, the gateway to Chile’s spectacular Lake District. Travel on to Puerto Varas, a charming town on Llanquihue Lake, overlooked by two snow-capped volcanoes.

Day 7 – Osorno Volcano

Travel further around Llanquihue Lake to the village of Ensenada at the foot of Osorno Volcano, where you’ll take an easy hike on the volcano’s verdant slopes to reach the Osorno Ski Mountain Centre at 1,240 metres. Travel through Perez Rosales National Park to Petrohué Falls, where you can stroll along the boardwalks to admire the turquoise waters and lush greenery of the Petrohué River.

Day 8 – Travel to Puerto Natales

Transfer to the airport and fly further south to Puerto Natales, the lively, picturesque town that is the gateway to the Torres del Paine.

Day 9 – Glaciers Cruise

Set sail on the gloomily named Ultima Esperanza (Last Hope) Fjord, a body of water that is set in a magnificent landscape. Cruise to the Mount Balmaceda Glacier, where as well as a tumbling wall of ice to admire, you’ll spot cormorants and sea lions. Continue to the end of the fjord and take a short walk through native forest to the foot of the magnificent Serrano Glacier, part of the Southern Ice Field.

Day 10 – Torres Del Paine National Park

Patagonia is a spectacular destination in general, but the jewel in the crown is the UNESCO World Heritage-designated Torres del Paine National Park. Packed with waterfalls, lakes, glaciers and rugged peaks, the park’s best-known view is of the jagged granite towers from which the park takes its name. Spend the day amongst this breathtaking example of resplendent nature, with visits to Salto Grande waterfall, Pehoe and Grey lakes, Milodón Cave and Grey Glacier.

Day 11 – Santiago

Today you will transfer back to the airport and fly to Santiago. Enjoy a farewell dinner with the group in a local restaurant.

Days 12 – 14 – Fly Santiago To Australia

Fly to Australia, arriving home two days later.

Highlights

Domestic transportation and guided tours included
Accommodation in 4-star hotels throughout the journey
Witness the stunning landscapes of the Atacama Desert and Patagonia

Inclusions

International flights and current taxes (excluded if a land only option is selected).
Domestic transportation.
Touring with guides and entrance fees.
4-star accommodation.
Visa fees for Australian passport holders.

FAQs

45 By Director Hotel
El Refugio Hotel
Cabanas del Lago Hotel
Hotel Costa Australis
45 By Director Hotel

How long is this journey?

This itinerary runs for 14 days and 11 nights.

When can I travel?

Departures are currently scheduled between 03 Dec 2026 and 05 Nov 2027, subject to live availability.

Are there different departure options?

Yes, multiple departures may be available depending on your preferred travel period.

Can I travel solo?

Solo pricing may be available on selected departures, and final options can be confirmed at enquiry.

Are discounts available?

Seasonal or loyalty discounts may be available on selected departures at the time of enquiry.

Provided by: Wendy Wu Tours

Fine Print

Flight Inclusive rates only: These include airline fuel surcharge and taxes. Correct as of 1 June 2026. Please note supplements may apply if lead in economy rates are not available.
Customary tipping amount approximately US$170pp (AU$254pp) is paid locally in Chile.
Depending on airline schedules, you may depart and/or arrive on Day 2. Extra nights’ accommodation (pre or post tour) or stopovers may be required at an additional cost.
Flight Inclusive rates only: Based on departures from Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Adelaide & Perth. Departures from other cities and flight upgrades available on request.

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