Chile Holidays
Highlights of Chile - Deserts, Lakes District and Patagonia's Glaciers
13 Night Itinerary from £5,277
Sereno Tour
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.
Select your preferred departure date
Tour Route
- Santiago - 3 Nights
- Puerto Varas, Lake District - 2 Nights
- Torres del Paine - 3 Nights
- Fly to Santiago - 1 Night
- Atacama Desert - 3 Nights
- Return via Santiago - 1 Night
Travel Highlights
- Journey through Chile's magnificent and varied landscapes
- Admire the views of Santiago, backed by the powerful Andes mountains
- Optional excursion to colourful port city of Valparaiso
- Enjoy the pristine lakes, conical volcanoes and staggering waterfalls of the Lake District
- Hike past towering snow-capped peaks and glistening glaciers in Torres del Paine
- Explore the cinematic lunar rock formations of the Atacama Desert
- Extend your stay in Easter Island including expert guided tours
This itinerary can be tailored to your preferences by our specialist advisors, who can provide a guaranteed price based on your choice of route, duration, flights, hotels, transport and excursions.
Tour Itinerary

Santiago - 3 Nights
Day 1 - Departure from the UK
Day 2 - Tour of Santiago
Days 3-4 - Santiago at leisure
- Full Description
- Accommodation
Friday, 09 June 2023
Departure from the UK
Depart any day of the week for Santiago, arriving the next morning.
Saturday, 10 June 2023
Tour of Santiago
Arriving in the morning, you will be met at the airport and taken to your chosen hotel for a 3 night stay.
In the afternoon we explore the city, set in a wide plain with the Andes stretching into the distance. Santiago offers bohemian areas, large craft markets, grand central squares and the Cerro San Cristóbal, a hill which can be reached by funicular railway, for superb panoramic views of the city.
Sunday, 11 June 2023
Santiago at leisure
Two days to further explore the city at your leisure. Perhaps take an optional excursion to Valparaiso and Vina del Mar on the coast, or the vineyards of Santa Cruz and the surrounding valleys. Your guide will advise on all the options to suit your requirements.
Monday, 12 June 2023
At leisure
Plaza San Francisco Hotel
Santiago de Chile - Deluxe Hotel
The Hotel Plaza San Francisco is just a short distance from the heart of Santiago. There are 160 rooms with air conditioning, telephone, cable TV, safety box and mini bar. The hotel also features a bar, restaurant, swimming pool, sauna, gymnasium and business centre. Accommodation includes room and breakfast.

Su Merced
Santiago de Chile - Tourist Boutique
Su Merced is renovated townhouse, small boutique hotel with only 9 rooms. Its location in the Lastarria area opposite the park in the heart of Santiago making it ideal for visiting the artistic, bohemian area of Bellavista, the main square Plaza de Armas, Presidential Palace and downtown. The rooms are comfortable and modern though rather small, and and the hotel has a restaurant and bar on which doubles as the reception.

Lastarria
Santiago de Chile - Deluxe Boutique
This handsome townhouse, built in 1927, has been renovated and converted into a luxury boutique hotel, with all its original architectural splendour. Filled with European style and sophistication, the 14 rooms were designed to make guests feel at home. The hotel retains the back garden of the original house, complete with a small pool. The hotel has a simple snack bar, but there are many bars and restaurants nearby.


Puerto Varas, Lake District - 2 Nights
Day 5 - Puerto Varas, Lakes District
Day 6 - Lago Todos Los Santos, Lake District
- Full Description
Tuesday, 13 June 2023
Puerto Varas, Lake District
Fly to Puerto Montt, capital of the Lake District and transfer to Puerto Varas where we stay for 2 nights. The afternoon is free to explore the city at leisure.
Welcome to the land of scenic lakes and volcanoes; a landscape of glacial lakes, rural villages and impressive national parks. If you love the outdoors, there are many different treks and walks, horseback riding and other adventure activities available from your hotel.
Wednesday, 14 June 2023
Lago Todos Los Santos, Lake District
Enjoy a full day guided excursion to the emerald green waters of Lago Todos Los Santos, visiting the Petrohué Falls that flow over the sculpted basalt rock. Continue to the striking Osorno Volcano, with views of the surrounding wooded hills and glistening lakes.

Torres del Paine - 3 Nights
Day 7 - Travel to Torres del Paine
Day 8-9 - Torres del Paine National Park
- Full Description
- Accommodation
Thursday, 15 June 2023
Torres del Paine National Park
Our journey continues southbound, as we take a flight to Punta Arenas and transfer to Torres del Paine National Park where we stay for 3 nights at a comfortable lodge within the National Park for ease of access and the best walks and scenery.
Friday, 16 June 2023
Torres del Paine National Park
Our days are spent walking in this awe-inspiring area, where dramatic granite massifs rise from the earth, surrounded by glaciers, lakes and gnarled Magellanic beech trees. The walks vary from six hour treks, to 1.5hr strolls. Whichever you choose, the scenery will be unforgettable and the walking truly invigorating. Nature at its finest!
Saturday, 17 June 2023
Explore Torres del Paine
Hotel Las Torres
Patagonia and Torres del Paine - First Lodge
The Hotel las Torres was once an Estancia that has now been developed for tourism with comfortable, purpose built accommodation with private facilities and heating; restaurant, bar and social area. The Hostel is ideally located for those wishing to trek along the Ascension River and up to the 'Towers', the rocky peaks with towering above a lake. Visits to Lago Grey on the other side of the park are possible with private transport and excursions arranged at the hotel.
The rooms of the hotel provide a cozy atmosphere, being the perfect setting to relax and enjoy after a long days excursion. Central heating, box spring beds, telephones and private bathrooms in a rustic yet elegant decoration provide the ideal ambience in our superior rooms for resting and preparing the next days activities.
Several services are available in the relaxing environment of your room, with a simple call you have the possibility of enjoying massages, food, wine and drinks.
Hostería Las Torres offers single, double twin, matrimonial and triple rooms in categories standard and superior.
Large variety of excursions
With over 25 excursions to choose from every day, passengers will have the opportunity to decide the next day's trip with the assessment of their guide. Many of the outings are very different to what is ordinarily offered in the park. Interesting Archeological areas visited on 4x4, private paths that climb to the base of mountain glaciers and the more subtle yet profound walk in the Lenga forests provide an in-depth view of the powerful nature in Patagonia.

Patagonia Camp
Patagonia and Torres del Paine - First Lodge
The Patagonia Camp is located on the edge of Torres del Paine National Park on the shores of "Lago el Toro" and is 100% eco-friendly. This place has been created to fulfill your expectations, combining nature, adventure, relaxation, comfort and luxury. The Camp has 20 luxury yurts specially designed to resist the Patagonian wind, rain and snow, all of which have a view of Lake Toro and the Paine Massif. Each yurt has a private bathroom and a private terrace and is equipped with double beds (twin or king size), closet, desk, and full-bodied timber flooring and heating systems. The Patagonian decor gives the yurts a unique atmosphere. You can relax in the lounge, enjoy your dinner with the meals prepared by the chef. There is one building that serves as a restaurant, bar and lounge. All are connected by elevated walkways. The camp also has a massage room only steps away form the main building. You will enjoy a typical Patagonian Barbecue one of the days of your stay, you will be able to take part in the preparation of the typical "Magellan lamb", and other regional foods.The expert bilingual staff will welcome you and make you feel at home.
There are daily excursions offered, according to your particular preferences and weather conditions which have been tailored in a way that you enjoy the Chilean Patagonia and Torres del Paine at the most and in your best interest. The suggested excursions will be either for a Full Day : Base Torres, Laguna Verde or La Península; or; half day excursions: Mirador Cóndor, Lago Sarmiento, Playa Grey, Mirador Cuernos, Mirador El Estribo, Cerro Tenerife, or Laguna Azul.

Explora Patagonia
Patagonia and Torres del Paine - Deluxe Hotel
Explora Lodge cuisine offers authentic flavors based on the best-quality ingredients, many of which are produced locally. The food is healthy and well-balanced, ideal for people going trekking, horseback riding or on other explorations. All menus include some of the best local dishes, such as Magellanic lamb, southern king crab and delicious fish and vegetables.
Torres del Paine can be visited all year round. Each season has its own beauty, colours and aromas; each reveals new and different aspects of this wonderful place.


Fly to Santiago - 1 Night
Day 10 - Fly to Santiago
- Full Description
Sunday, 18 June 2023
Fly to Santiago
Transfer to Punta Arenas for your afternoon flight to Santiago. We spend the night in a hotel in Santiago near the airport.

Atacama Desert - 3 Nights
Day 11 - Travel to San Pedro de Atacama
Day 12 - Moon Valley
Day 13 - El Tatio Geysers
- Full Description
- Accommodation
Monday, 19 June 2023
San Pedro de Atacama
We take an early morning flight to Calama and transfer through the driest desert in the world to San Pedro de Atacama where we transfer to your chosen hotel for a 3 night stay. Afternoon at leisure. We take a stroll in the village and witness the sunset at Pucará de Quitor, the ruins of a 700-year-old Indian fortress, with the Andes mountains stretching north and south as far as the eye can see.
The high altitude and dry climate has made the Atacama Desert one of the world's top regions for astronomy. Experiencing Atacama at night is as memorable as exploring the desert landscape by day. Your guide can advise on the best ways to observe the stars and planets after dark.
If you have a special interest in Astronomy, our expert UK staff can advise on the best hotels and time of year to travel to the Atacama Desert.
Tuesday, 20 June 2023
Moon Valley
Today we visit the Archeological Museum, founded by a local priest, which houses fascinating examples of Indian artefacts - including mummies which have been perfectly preserved in the dry desert air. In the afternoon we visit the eerie Valley of the Moon for sunset, when the colours and forms of the naturally sculpted salt mountains are at their most beautiful hauntingly.
Wednesday, 21 June 2023
El Tatio Geysers
A very early morning departure for Tatio Geysers. This extraordinary sight is best seen as the first rays of the sun catch the forceful jets and steam that rise from the earth. We stop on the way back to visit a delightful oasis, village of Chiu Chiu.
Terrantai Lodge
Atacama Desert - First Hotel
The Terrantai Lodge is a well-hidden retreat, from the street one would assume it is another adobe house, but upon entering you come across a small maze, with a few of the rooms having both a front door and patio door. There is a pleasant outdoor restaurant which captures the cool breeze and the staff are always on hand. Accommodation is full board and airport transfers and daily excursions are included.
A range of excursions are offered which allow you to discover the natural wonders and beauty of the surrounding area. These include visits to salt flats, the Moon Valley, petroglyphs, ruins, geysers, lagoons and many other attractions. Some excursions are on foot, others by jeep and there is also the opportunity to explore on horseback.

Altiplanico Hotel
Atacama Desert - First Hotel
The Hotel Altiplanico is located in spacious grounds on the edge of San Pedro, just a short walk from the centre of the small town. The modern desert architecture and style, using local material and colours, enhances the local character and all the rooms have a terrace facing the Andes to the east and are decorated in a traditional Atacameño style. Every room has a private bathroom, hot water, and purified drinking water (no TV, telephone or mini-bar).

Explora Lodge
Atacama Desert - Luxury Lodge
Covering an area of 17 hectares outside the town of San Pedro, Explora Lodge is a complex of gardens and walkways with modern architecture, comfortable accommodation and many facilities. Newly renovated in 2016, the lodge has its own stables offering a variety of horse riding excursions, as well as its own covered area for astronomy.
Public areas include four pools, a spa and excellent cuisine in the restaurant. Explora lodge specialises in 'Explorations' offering over 40 activities ranging from sightseeing to more adventurous biking and trekking.
The rates include accommodation, meals, drinks, explorations and airport transfers.


Return via Santiago - 1 Night
Day 14 - Salar de Atacama and fly to Santiago
Day 15 - Return to the UK
Day 16 - Arrive home
- Full Description
Thursday, 22 June 2023
Salar de Atacama and fly to Santiago
This morning enjoy an excursion through the timeless space of the desert, to the village of Toconao, set on the edge of the Salar de Atacama, an immense dry salt lake that stretches into the distance towards a row of snow-capped volcanoes. We then return to Santiago in the afternoon for our last night in Chile.
Friday, 23 June 2023
Fly back to the UK
Last day to explore Santiago, before your return overnight flight home.
Saturday, 24 June 2023
Arrive in the UK
Arrive in the UK in the morning.
Price Guidelines
Season | Low Season | High Season | ||||
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Travel Dates | 25 Dec-21 Jun, 17 Aug - 12 Dec | 22 Jun-16 Aug, 13 Dec - 24 Dec | ||||
Room Arrangement | Tourist | First | Deluxe | Tourist | First | Deluxe |
Multiple Travellers - Twin Room | £5,277 | £7,018 | £8,956 | £5,608 | £7,053 | £9,178 |
Single Traveller - Own Room | £6,974 | £7,804 | £11,284 | £7,276 | £8,662 | £12,452 |
Prices are a guideline and per person. Please request a quote for Special Events, Christmas, New Year's Eve & Easter.
What's Included
- 16 Days / 13 Nights
- International flights (2 overnight)
- Internal flights
- Accommodation as shown on the itinerary
- Breakfast everyday and meals as described on the itinerary
- Transfers to and from airports
- Transport throughout the itinerary
- Excursions listed, all with expert, English-speaking guides
- Prices are per person
- Prices for Special Events, Christmas, New Year's Eve, Easter on request
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