Chile Up Close – Altiplano and Lake Region on a Round Trip 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. You visit the historical center of the capital. On the city hills you enjoy fantastic panoramas of the metropolis. 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.

Continuing your journey, you reach the northernmost city of Chile. Under a cloudless sky you can explore the attractive city center and admire the first-class view of the desert town from the Morro Hill. Let your spirit unwind in Arica and take a break under the sun on one of the great beaches. The wide sea invites you to a refreshing bath or to surf.

Volcanoes, salt lakes and lagoons, desert landscapes and the breathtaking Altiplano – this and much more awaits you in the following days during your guided private tour from Arica to Iquique. You hike in magnificent National Parks, camp at the hot thermal baths of Polloquere and are hosted by an Aymara family who provide you with a very special insight into the daily life of the local llama and alpaca shepherds.

You leave the Altiplano and drive back to the coast until you finally arrive in Iquique. The desert city attracts its visitors with its superb beaches, the historical and architecturally interesting center and the huge sand dune at the gates of the town. Here you can feel an intense contrast to the past days in the Andes, which is a symbol for the incredible diversity of Chile.

The city of Puerto Varas has its very own magic with its panorama of the beautiful Llanquihue Lake. You visit the Osorno Volcano, which appears like out of a picture book with its cone shape and snow-covered dome. 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 and the typical wooden churches.

Back to central Chile, you stay in Valparaíso. The port city is famous for its colorful sheet metal covered houses, its historic elevators and the outstanding street art full of political and ironic messages. You stroll through the alleys of the UNESCO awarded hills and get an impression of Chilean food culture during an entertaining cooking class. Taste excellent wine in the Casablanca Valley and enjoy the peace of the fishing village of Quintay surrounded by pine forests.

• Individual travel planning, organization and advice
  

• 13 nights in standard, comfort or premium accommodation
• Double room usually with private bathroom and breakfast
• Accommodation during multi-day tour see below

• 3 national flights
• 8 transfer connections

• 7-day tour with private guidance to the Altiplano in the Atacama desert with short hikes
• Starting point: Arica
• Endpoint: Iquique
• Personal, English-speaking guide
• Private transport in SUV
• 6 nights in mountain huts, tent and homestay accommodation
• Meals with exceptions
• Camping equipment

• City tour Santiago (private)
• Embalse El Yeso and Maipo Valley (shared)
• Osorno Volcano (shared)
• Tour Chiloé (shared)
• Lago Todos los Santos and waterfalls of Petrohué (shared)
• Cooking class in Valparaíso (shared)
• City tour Valparaíso (private)
• Quintay and winery in Casablanca (private)

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

Add individual travel services to your journey. For example:

• Intercontinental flights from 977,00 € per person
• Car hire from 45,00 € per day
• Motorhome from 90,00 € per day
• Free adjustment of destinations and order of your journey through Chile