14-Day Chile's Natural and Cultural Heritage

See All Photos

From Santiago, you'll head west towards Valparaíso. Declared a World Heritage by UNESCO, Valparaiso offers unique ocean landscapes with colourful neighbourhoods, picturesque cobblestone streets and old cable cars. Then, you'll take the coastal highway to the modern seaside city of Viña del Mar. Here, see the flower clock, the casino, and several beaches where on windy days and high tides, the waves crash fiercely against the coast. Both cities are wonderfully different from each other.

See All Photos

You will be picked up from your hotel and driven to the Santiago Airport in time for your flight to Calama. You will be welcomed at the airport in Calama and driven to your hotel in San Pedro de Atacama which is another hour away. You'll have the remainder of the day to relax and enjoy the calming atmosphere of your hotel, set in the centre of the town.

See All Photos

The Atacama Desert is one of the best places on Earth to see the sky and observe the planets, stars, and constellations. During this stargazing tour, you'll learn about naked-eye astronomy and how to read a sky map. Then, visit South America’s largest public telescope observatory. The telescopes (20-60cm in diameter) are aligned to provide the best views. Discover the sky and its secrets during this unforgettable experience. End your tour with a warm beverage before driving back to San Pedro.

See All Photos

Begin your adventures at the salt lake that dates back millions of years, appreciate backdrop of volcanoes and keep your eyes open for birds. From here, marvel at the Chaxa, Miscanti, and Miñique lagoons and the beautiful setting where flamingos dot the shore. End your tour in Toconao, a colonial village known for its volcanic rock architecture. Appreciate San Lucas Church bell tower, walk around the handicrafts stands that sell alpaca textiles and mini bell towers made of volcanic rock.

See All Photos

You'll return to Calama airport for your flight back to Santiago. When you arrive, once more you'll be taken to the hotel to rest for the night. You'll have the evening free to explore Santiago to find somewhere for dinner. After your days of adventure, some rest will feel welcome.

See All Photos

Leave your hotel in Santiago and drive to the airport for your flight to Temuco. You will be welcomed at the airport and driven to your hotel in Pucón. After some time to rest after your flight, you'll head out to visit the Ojos de Caburgua waterfalls and their numerous natural pools. The water originates from Caburgua Lake. Hike along different trails in the forest to explore the areas. Then, visit the glistening Caburgua Lake with panoramic views of the beautiful surrounding mountains.

See All Photos

You will be picked up from your hotel in Pucon to start your three-day Curarrahue Program. Start by visiting the Inaltuleufu Ruka Campfire, then continue with a walk in a native forest and have lunch at Elisa's, a local cook and baker. After lunch, you will go to Walüngmapu, where you participate in a workshop. Dinner and overnight will be in the house of a local family.

See All Photos

After a farmer's breakfast with organic products and local cuisine, you will discover the Quillelhue Lagoon and walk through the trails of the Villarrica National Park, set in the Andes. Visit a medicinal plant garden in Huitraco in a workshop with a renowned local doctor. The day ends with adventure or relaxation. Enjoy a delicious dinner within the community.

See All Photos

Start the day with a visit to an ovine sheep farm, enjoy the conversation and lunch with the Longko (leader) of the community, learn how to prepare tortillas in the traditional way and get to know the rules of the ancient Palín game. You'll then be transferred back to your hotel in Pucón and have time to rest for the remainder of your day.

See All Photos

You will be picked up from your hotel in Pucón and driven to the bus station to go to Puerto Varas. When you arrive, you'll be taken to your hotel. Puerto Varas is an enchanting town is by the peaceful Lake Llanquihue and offers a sweeping natural setting. Stroll around Puerto Varas to appreciate its traditional, unmistakably German architecture and its neighbourhoods filled with well-tended gardens.

See All Photos

On this excursion, visit the Petrohué Waterfalls and discover Peulla with its dramatic backdrop before sailing on the wonderful Todos Los Santos Lake. This journey will follow the river through the mountains with spectacular views of the majestic Osorno, Puntiagudo and Tronador volcanoes. At the end of your tour, you'll have the opportunity to engage in some more activities by the lakeside before returning to Puerto Varas.

See All Photos

A full day, magical tour leaving from Puerto Varas will delve into the Chilote world. We begin by taking a boat down the Chacao canal to arrive in the village of Chacao. We will continue on to Castro, visiting the stilt houses of Rio Gamboa, the square and its church, and then the recently restored Nercón Church, which is a national monument. We finish the day in Dalcahue, stopping on the waterfront to take in the natural landscape, then visiting the local artisan market, museum and church.