Chile
Andean Landscapes, Deserts, Lakes & Patagonia's Glaciers
Sereno Tour - 13 Night Itinerary
Discover wide range of scenery between Andes and Pacific, visiting the Atacama Desert, Mountain Lakes and Mighty Volcanoes in the Lake District, walk the trails of Torres del Paine and view Patagonia Glaciers
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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
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
This itinerary can be tailored to your preferences by our specialist advisors, who can provide a guaranteed price based on your choice of departure date, route, duration, flights, cabin, hotels, transport and excursions.
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Santiago
3 NightsDay 1 - Departure from the UK
Day 2 - Tour of Santiago
Days 3-4 - Santiago at leisure
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Departure from the UK
Depart any day of the week for Santiago, arriving the next morning.
Saturday, 14 June 2025
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, 15 June 2025
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, 16 June 2025
At leisure
Joaquin Gonzalez
Hotel Plaza San Francisco
The Hotel Plaza San Francisco is just a short distance from the heart of Santiago.
There are 160 air-conditioned rooms with 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.
Hotel Boutique Su Merced
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…
Casa Bueras Boutique Hotel
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…
Puerto Varas, Lake District
2 NightsDay 5 - Puerto Varas, Lakes District
Day 6 - Lago Todos Los Santos, Lake District
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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, 18 June 2025
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.
Solace Hotel
Located a short walk from scenic Lake Llanquihue, the elegant Solace Hotel offers a contemporary and comfortable base to explore Puerto Varas and the Lake District.
The 85 air-conditioned rooms and suites have private bathroom, free wi-fi, mini bar, TV, hair dryer, room service and a safe.
Public areas include a cosy bar, lounge with…
Hotel Puelche
The well-located Puelche Hotel is the first boutique hotel of its kind in Puerto Varas, with only 21 rooms, perfect for unwinding and connecting with an exuberant nature whilst taking advantage of the breadth of outdoor activities on offer. Sitting between Lake Llanquihue and the volcanoes of the snow-covered peaks of mounts Osorno, Calbuco and El…
Hotel Cumbres Puerto Varas
A traditional-style hacienda in the centre of Puerto Varas, Hotel Cumbres offers a glorious panoramic view of Lake Llanquihue and the imposing volcanoes that surround it.
The 90 rooms are decorated with native woods and the combination of colours and textures characteristic of southern Chile. The best rooms have private balconies, perfect for admiring the…
Torres del Paine
3 NightsDay 7 - Travel to Torres del Paine
Day 8-9 - Torres del Paine National Park
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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.
Stay at your chosen lodge within the National Park for ease of access and the best walks and scenery.
Friday, 20 June 2025
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, 21 June 2025
Explore Torres del Paine
Hotel Las Torres
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…
Patagonia Camp
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…
Explora Torres del Paine
Explora Lodges and explorations offer an award-wining all inclusive luxury experience. The lodge is located in the centre of Torres del Paine National Park, and designed so it interferes the least possible with its natural surroundings. It is an extension of the park with views of Macizo del Paine.
All rooms are heated and designed…
Fly to Santiago
1 NightDay 10 - Fly to Santiago
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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 NightsDay 11 - Travel to San Pedro de Atacama
Day 12 - Moon Valley
Day 13 - El Tatio Geysers
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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, 24 June 2025
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, 25 June 2025
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 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…
Explora Atacama
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…
Return via Santiago
1 NightDay 14 - Salar de Atacama and fly to Santiago
Day 15 - Return to the UK
Day 16 - Arrive home
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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, 27 June 2025
Fly back to the UK
Last day to explore Santiago, before your return overnight flight home.
Saturday, 28 June 2025
Arrive in the UK
Arrive in the UK in the morning.
Price Guidelines
| Season | Low Season | High Season | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 Rooms | £5,157 | £6,858 | £8,752 | £5,481 | £6,892 | £8,969 |
| Single Traveller - Own Room | £6,815 | £7,627 | £11,028 | £7,111 | £8,465 | £12,169 |
Prices are a guideline per person, for travel within the next year and booking early and are subject to availability. Please see below what is included and request a detailed quotation with a guaranteed price for your specific departure date and for Special Events, Summer, 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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