Chile Classic – Round Trip to the Highlights of the Country in 3 Weeks

Chile's heart beats here in Santiago. And at the same time, it feels a bit like what gave this country its name according to a legend: Chilli – where the world ends. Stroll through the historical center of the capital. And you visit the beautiful Andean nature of the Maipo Valley. You are not far away from Santiago, but you experience a completely different landscape in a wonderful atmosphere.

You travel to Puerto Natales in the extreme south of the country, the starting point to one of the most important sights of the continent: the famous Torres del Paine National Park. Discover the highlights of the Nature Reserve with its turquoise lakes, mountain landscapes and ice fields. And you cruise by boat on Patagonian fjords to the Balmaceda and Serrano Glaciers. It is rough out here and enchanting.

You continue your journey to Punta Arenas, one of the southernmost cities on earth. This is where the American continent ends and this is how it feels. You cross the famous Strait of Magellan and observe the amusing hustle and bustle of the local penguin colonies. Enjoy the sparsely populated landscape of the historic Tierra del Fuego and the special flair of Patagonia.

The city of Puerto Varas has its very own magic with its panorama of the beautiful Llanquihue Lake and the snow-covered volcanoes. Watch the endless rupture of the waterfalls of Petrohué. On the adjoining Lago Todos Los Santos, you take a pleasant boat trip. And you experience the island of Chiloé with its waterside houses on stilts, the typical wooden churches and the maritime gastronomy.

The chic Pucón is surrounded by dense Araucaria forests and picturesque waters. You can get an impression of this masterpiece of nature on an excursion to the lagoons, rivers, waterfalls and forests of this charming region. And on an optional ascent of the active Villarrica Volcano you can experience one of the most impressive natural spectacles of Chilean nature up close.

Valparaíso is famous for its sheet metal covered houses on colorful hills, its historic elevators and the outstanding street art full of political and ironic messages. Get to know the many faces of the port city and stroll through the alleys of the UNESCO awarded hills of Alegre and Concepción. Furthermore, you get an impression of Chilean food culture during an entertaining cooking class.

You're going on to La Serena. Walk through the beautiful center of Chile's second oldest city and visit historic colonial buildings. The pleasant Elqui Valley is east of La Serena. The mystical region seems like a green oasis in the dry surroundings. Here you learn interesting background information about the local wine cultivation and the production of the national drink Pisco.

You land in San Pedro de Atacama in the middle of the driest desert in the world. Marvel at blue lagoons at over 4.000 meters, gigantic volcanoes and endless salt lakes. The fascinating scenery of the famous Valle de la Luna looks like the terrain of a foreign planet. And you visit the craters of the El Tatio Volcano. Steam rises from the bubbling geysers where you can bathe while vicuñas roam the mountains.

You say goodbye to the Atacama Region and return to the capital of Chile. Here you have the opportunity to walk through historic streets and new trendy districts, to visit galleries and to discover local handicrafts. Take a last look from one of the many viewpoints onto the vibrant metropolis and the incredible peaks of the snow-covered Andes.

• Individual travel planning, organization and advice

• 20 nights in standard, comfort or premium accommodation
• Double room usually with private bathroom and breakfast

• 5 national flights
• 13 transfer connections
• 2 bus connections

• Cajón de Maipo and Embalse El Yeso (shared)
• Highlights Torres del Paine (shared)
  
• Boat trip to Glaciers Balmaceda and Serrano (shared)
  
• Tierra del Fuego and King Penguins (shared)
  
• Lago Todos Los Santos and waterfalls of Petrohué (shared)
• Tour Chiloé (shared)
  
• Lagoons, forests and thermal baths near Pucón (shared)
  
• City tour Valparaíso (private)
  
• Cooking class in Valparaíso (shared)
  
• Valle del Elqui (shared)
  
• Lagunas Altiplánicas and Salar de Atacama (shared)
  
• Valle de la Luna (shared)
  
• Geyser del Tatio (shared)

• Intercontinental flights
• Car rental
• Travel insurance
• Language course
• Other travel services

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