Santiago (1nt) - Atacama - (3nts) - Wine Country (2nts) - Torres del Paine (4nts) - Santiago (1nt)
Soak in hot springs in the driest desert on earth. Discover notes of pepper and chocolate in the finest Carmenère. Hike amongst guanaco or glide through glacial lakes in Torres del Paine. Join a llama caravan. Let A&K make your holiday a truly inspiring experience.Day 1 - London/Santiago
Fly from London Heathrow overnight to Santiago de Chile via Madrid with LAN Airlines.Day 2 – Santiago
Arrive in Santiago and transfer to the Ritz Carlton Hotel. Afternoon at leisure. Day 3 – Santiago/Atacama
Transfer to the airport for your flight to Calama in the Atacama Desert. Calama is your gateway to the geological and archaeological wonders of the central desert. It is the world’s driest landscape, cut off from storm systems by high-pressure air currents and by Chile’s twin mountain ranges, and where rain has not fallen since the days of the Spanish rule. Transfer to the oasis town of San Pedro de Atacama. Four nights at Awasi Lodge.Days 4 and 5 - Atacama
A full two days of adventure with your private, experienced Awasi guide lie ahead. Among many options are archaeological sites, thermal springs, dramatic lunar landscapes, cultural visits and spectacular salt flats. There is also hiking and climbing, as well as opportunities for bicycling and horse riding. Awasi operate their excursions using a modern fleet of 4x4 vehicles equipped with both communication and GPS systems.Day 6 - Atacama/Wine Country
Fly from Calama to Santiago and transfer to the celebrated wine growing valley of Colchagua. The valley of Colchagua is still largely unknown outside Chile, but each year it is gaining more recognition in the wine world for its excellent red wines. Here enjoy two nights at the restored Viña Casa Silva, the perfect base for combining explorations into the numerous surrounding vineyards with an off-the-beaten-path, boutique atmosphere.Day 7 - Wine Country
Enjoy a visit to the fascinating private Museum of Colchagua, considered to be the largest private museum in the country. Owned by the Cardoen Foundation, the collection is organised into different sections including the History of Chile, Folklore, the Huaso (cowboy) culture and wine making. Continue to the Viu Manent vineyards for a visit of the wine cellars, wine tasting and lunch. Afternoon insider access visit to the House of Spirit. On Saturdays we are able to include the Wine Train.Day 8 - Wine Country/Torres del Paine
Transfer to Santiago for the flight south to Punta Arenas. From here, head north on the five-hour drive to the Torres del Paine National Park. As you cross the Patagonian pampas the landscape changes, finally rearing up into perpendicular, glaciated mountains within this stunning National Park. Famous for its glaciers, lakes and forests, this rugged region is also home to a wide variety of animal species, including guanaco, condors and flamingos. Your home for the next four nights is the renowned Explora Hotel with exquisite views of the Park, excellent service and fine wines and cuisine.Days 9 to 11 - Torres del Paine
Experienced guides will introduce you to the dramatic sights of the Torres del Paine National Park: the ice-washed light of valleys and lakes changing hue through the long days of the Austral summer and sheer granite mountains carved by glaciers and sculpted by Austral winds. Activities are included in your stay and the choice to explore this beautiful park on foot, by boat, by horse or by mountain bike is yours.Day 12 - Torres del Paine/Santiago
Transfer to Punta Arenas for the afternoon flight to Santiago. Arrival transfer to the Ritz Carlton Hotel.Day 13 - Santiago/London
Return flight with LAN Airlines via Madrid to London Heathrow, arriving day 14. Option to extend to Easter Island or the Chilean Lake District.
| Prices (from)Gold |
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| 1 Jan - 31 May |
£4,635 |
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| 1 Jun - 18 Sep |
£4,835 |
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| 19 Sep - 30 Nov |
£4,905 |
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| 1 Dec - 31 Dec |
£5,265 |
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per person inclusive of flights, bed and breakfast and certain meals.