Diverse Landscapes
Contrast the salt flats, geysers and moonscapes of the arid north with the lakes, glaciers and temperate forests of Patagonia.
Chile has the Atacama mountain desert in the North, the glaciers and fjords of Patagonia in the south and a central, temperate Lake Region.
Few South American countries boast a landscape and climate as diverse as Chile. Although on average only 180 kilometres wide, it stretches over 4,000 kilometres from north to south which, in European terms, represents a distance and range of climates from Norway’s icy northern tip to the barren sands of the Sahara Desert in Africa. In between, Chile offers fertile valleys well-known for their high quality wines, and serene lakes with a backdrop of snow-capped volcanoes and the Andes mountain range.
Santiago offers a rewarding mix of grand European architecture, contemporary restaurants, galleries and hotels and compelling 20th century history. Tucked away in the Pacific ocean, the enigmatic Moai statues of Easter Island.
We invite you to browse our selection of escorted Chile holidays below. These itineraries aim to showcase the best of the country, based on our first-hand experiences and those of our travellers over time. All can be tweaked to suit your personal interests and aims - please call us to discuss your trip and ask us your questions.
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Private Individual Tour
The Sereno Tour
13 Nights from £4,768
Discover the 'thin country' between the Andes and Pacific visiting the Atacama Desert, green lakes, mighty volcanoes in the Lake District and the glaciers of Torres del Paine
Private Individual Tour
The Villarrica Tour
12 Nights from £2,996
Explore the stunning mountain scenery of majestic volcanoes, lakes and picturesque villages driving at your own pace, making stops and detours as your whim desires
Private Individual Tour
The Azul Tour
13 Nights from £5,991
A fascinating contrast of the Atacama Desert landscapes of salt flats, Tatio geysers and high mountains with a cruise along the Chilean Fjords with lush forests, hot springs a…
Private Individual Tour
The El Brujo Tour
14 Nights from £6,986
Contrast the northern deserts with vineyards of Santiago and glaciers and Andean peaks of Patagonia. Enjoy a three night expedition cruise through Patagonian ice fields
Escorted Group Tour
The Patagonia Tour
18 Nights from £4,710
Andean landscapes of the Lake District across the mountains to explore Patagonia Glaciers and Tierra del Fuego. Cosmopolitan Cities with a modern lifestyle and excellent resta…
Multi-country Landmark Tour
The Osorno Tour
22 Nights from £5,769
A five country South American adventure - Andean scenery, tropical beaches, cosmopolitan cities, waterfalls, colonial elegance and Inca heritage
Multi-country Landmark Tour
The Cataratas Tour
14 Nights from £3,991
Discover the awe-inspiring Iguassu Falls, cosmopolitan cities and Lake District landscapes as you journey across the Andes from Santiago to Rio
Multi-country Landmark Tour
The Magellan Tour
17 Nights from £5,627
Explore a land of glaciers and stunning landscapes in Tierra del Fuego on a 4 night Patagonia cruise, combined with Andean landscapes and the glistening Lake District
Multi-country Landmark Tour
The Laguna Tour
21 Nights from £5,962
An expedition to the remote salt flats and flamingo-filled lagoons of the Andes and Atacama Desert. Travel to Machu Picchu and discover the island communities of Lake Titicaca…
Multi-country Landmark Tour
The Yamana Tour
14 Nights from £4,177
Explore Patagonian glaciers and Andean landscapes of lush forests, pristine lakes and snow-covered peaks, plus windswept Tierra del Fuego
Multi-country Landmark Tour
The Yamana & Andean Lakes Region Tour
17 Nights from £4,617
Explore Patagonian glaciers and Andean landscapes of lush forests, pristine lakes and snow-covered peaks, plus windswept Tierra del Fuego
Multi-country Landmark Tour
The Pachamama Tour
21 Nights from £4,974
Explore the Amazon, Nazca Lines, Machu Picchu, Northern Chile and Bolivia on this largely land based itinerary - only two domestic flights necessary
Multi-country Landmark Tour
The Magellan with Perito Moreno Glacier Tour
16 Nights from £3,960
Explore a land of glaciers and stunning landscapes in Chile and Argentina, combing Andean landscapes, the Perito Moreno Glacier and the glistening Lake District.
A huge thanks to Veloso Team. Everything went very smoothly which considering the number of flights, meetings, hotels, guides etc. was a miracle. Well done.
We both thoroughly enjoyed our holiday from Veloso Tours, so 2/2 tours excellent to date. As a self-drive, your ground agent did track us down to see if things were going OK.
Our holiday worked well due to the suggestions Nick put in. Our guides were always early so there was no hanging out. Hotels and excursions exceeded expectations. We had the holiday of a lifetime.
Thank you for this wonderful holiday. The experience has remained fresh in our memories. The outstanding scenery was matched by our guides' quality whose knowledge and care never failed to impress.
Guides were excellent and really loved their countries. It was the first time we had personal guides and we were very impressed with them all. Always on time for pickups and nice clean vehicles.
Thank you for all times and effort that went into our fabulous holiday. No complaints. Except that 4 weeks is unfortunately too short for visit these places.
The ship Stella Australis was just excellent. This was a wonderful experience. Guides on board were very knowledgeable.
Everything was perfect so due credit goes to Veloso Tours for all your excellent organisation.
We enjoyed our visit to Latin America, especially the Stella Australis at the end which in my view was outstanding and the highlight of the trip.
We were looked after admirably throughout our trip. All guides were kind and considerate of us, and covered all aspects of our day to day needs.
All guides without exception were informative, friendly and punctual. Skorpios was the highlight of the trip with friendly crew and amazing food.
There is a lot of work that goes on behind the scenes to put these packages together so seamlessly, so please pass on our thanks to all those who played their part! We enjoyed being treated as VIP's!
Where to Visit in Chile
Popular locations and hidden gems
Atacama Desert
The Atacama is a popular region of cinematic rock formations, billowing geysers and expansive salt flats.
Santiago de Chile
Santiago is situated at the foot of the Andes, with nearby wine tasting and hiking opportunities.
Valparaiso
Perched on the hillside and connected by a labyrinth of streets, staircases and lookout points, Valparaiso is filled with bea…
Santa Cruz Vineyards
Santa Cruz provides a base from which you can explore the largest wine region in Chile, producer of an outstanding array of r…
Puerto Varas & Lake District
The ideal base from which to discover the alpine scenery, German heritage and fishing communities of the region.
Pucón & Lake District
Mountain town on the shore of Lake Villarica in the heart of the beautiful Lake District and overlooked by a snow-capped act…
Chiloe
The archipelago is known for its fishing traditions, charming stilt houses, wooden Jesuit churches and penguin colonies.
Northern Ice Field Skorpios II Cruise
Cruise through stunning fjords to lush mountains, sculptured icebergs, colourful fishing villages to the spectacular San Rafa…
Southern Ice Field Skorpios III Cruise
Follow the Kawaskar route from Puerto Natales through the fjords, bays and immense glaciers of the Southern Patagonian Ice Fi…
Torres del Paine
Snow-covered mountains, dense forest, turquoise lakes and electric-blue icebergs await in Torres del Paine.
Tierra del Fuego & Cape Horn Cruises
Tierra del Fuego embraces the romantic wilderness of Patagonia, a land of glaciers, immense granite massifs, and the barren,…
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Specialist Insights
7 key elements of a Tierra del Fuego Australis cruise
Tierra del Fuego is a land of epic glaciers, pristine forests, remote penguin colonies and mythical Cape Horn.
Cape Horn: Life at latitude 50
Ever wondered what life is like at the end of the world? Visit Cape Horn on an expedition cruise and evoke the spirit of thos…
5 ways to explore the Chilean Lake District
Discover the best things to do in the Chilean Lake District, a region of temperate forests, Germanic heritage and towering vo…
Top 7 things to do and places to visit in Chile
Get the run-down on the best places to visit in Chile and the memorable travel experiences on offer at each with our expert g…
Top 5 places to go in Patagonia
Discover the top things to do in Patagonia. Choose from places to go such as Tierra del Fuego, Lake District & much more.
7 ways to experience Santiago
Get to know the history, culture and local life in the Chilean capital with our guide to the best ways to experience Santiago…
7 key elements of a Tierra del Fuego Australis cruise
Tierra del Fuego is a land of epic glaciers, pristine forests, remote penguin colonies and mythical Cape Horn.
