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WORLD FRONTIEREXPEDITIONSThe experience
Travel the breathtaking length of Chile - from Santiago and the picturesque vineyards of the Casablanca Valley to the colourful slopes of Valparaiso, ancient symbols of the Atacama Desert, volcanic lakes, the wild beauty of Patagonia and the extraordinary heritage of Rapa Nui.
This richly varied expedition pairs carefully selected accommodations and privately guided experiences with some of South America's most unforgettable landscapes and cultural encounters.
Highlights
Santiago, then two boutique estates in the Casablanca Valley and the colourful hills of Valparaíso.
The Chug Chug geoglyphs and Mario Irarrázabal's Hand of the Desert, alone on the Atacama plain.
Wooden churches and island life, and the Lake District's near-perfect volcanic cone.
Torres del Paine's towers and glaciers, then across the Pacific to the moai of Rapa Nui.
Day by day
A proposed sequence. Exact properties, routes and timings are confirmed when you book.
Day 01
Welcome to Chile. Meet your expedition team at Santiago airport and transfer to your hotel. Enjoy an introduction to the capital and a relaxed welcome dinner.
Day 02
Discover the city's historic centre, Plaza de Armas, distinctive neighbourhoods and scenic viewpoints. Savour local cuisine with the Andes rising beyond the skyline.
Day 03
Travel west through the Casablanca Valley. Visit two carefully chosen boutique vineyards for guided tours and tastings before continuing to the vibrant Pacific port of Valparaiso.
Day 04
Explore Valparaiso's steep hills, murals, historic funiculars and bohemian character. Enjoy the seaside atmosphere and time in its charming lanes and galleries.
Day 05
Return to Santiago airport and fly to Calama. With local heritage guidance, visit ancient Chug Chug desert geoglyphs where scheduling permits, then settle into your northern Chile accommodation.
Day 06
Travel through northern Chile toward Antofagasta and visit Mario Irarrazabal's extraordinary Mano del Desierto sculpture, emerging from the vast desert plain. Overnight in the Atacama region.
Day 07
Travel by air to Puerto Montt, normally with a connection, and continue to the Puerto Varas region. Enjoy lake views dominated by the near-perfect cone of Volcan Osorno.
Day 08
Explore the magical island of Chiloe: traditional wooden architecture, celebrated churches, coastal villages and distinctive island life. Return to the Lake District for the evening.
Day 09
Fly south toward Patagonia and transfer to your accommodation in the Puerto Natales / Torres del Paine region. First encounters with the region's wind-swept scenery and immense horizons.
Day 10
Discover Patagonia's spectacular landscapes with a guided day among turquoise lakes, sculpted mountain towers and immense glacial valleys. Wildlife sightings depend on conditions.
Day 11
Continue your adventure with dramatic viewpoints, gentle walks and glacial landscapes, with the day's experience tailored to weather, access and guest preferences.
Day 12
Leave Patagonia behind and fly to Santiago. Relax at your hotel before an evening enjoying Chilean hospitality and a taste of the capital once again.
Day 13
Fly across the Pacific to Rapa Nui, one of the world's most fascinating living cultural landscapes. Settle into your accredited island accommodation and discover Hanga Roa.
Day 14
Join an authorised local guide for encounters with Rapa Nui's monumental moai and ceremonial heritage, with visits planned around park regulations, access slots and local traditions.
Day 15
Fly back to Santiago for an international connection where flight schedules allow. An additional overnight in Santiago may be necessary and must be confirmed before booking.
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