01 Nov 2026
Twin share
Incl. flights
Not sold tour only on this date
£9,490pp
Flights from UK airports
Single from £10,750
Escorted tour
Chile Top to Toe with Flights: Atacama to Patagonia – 14 Days
From the Atacama Desert to Patagonia's glaciers, with flights from the UK, internal flights and all meals included.
14 days
From £7,990 incl. flights
Tour overview
This 14-day escorted tour travels the whole length of Chile, from the driest desert on Earth to the glaciers of Patagonia, with international and domestic flights from the UK and every meal included. A national escort leads the group throughout, with local guides at each stop, and all sightseeing and entrance fees are covered. Groups are typically between 12 and 28 travellers, and you stay in comfortable three- and four-star hotels with private bathrooms, from a design hotel in Santiago to a lakeside resort with a heated pool in Puerto Varas.
After arriving in Santiago for a welcome dinner, you travel to the coast to explore Valparaíso, the colourful, bohemian port city that is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and the house of the poet Pablo Neruda, followed by a gourmet lunch at a winery in the Casablanca Valley. Santiago itself sits in a wide valley beneath the snow-capped Andes, and its old centre has fine colonial buildings.
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A flight north takes you to Calama and the desert oasis of San Pedro de Atacama for three nights. You explore the eroded landscapes of the Moon and Death valleys, the Salar de Atacama, Chile's largest salt flat, with flamingos on the Chaxa lagoon, and the high-altitude Miscanti and Miñiques lagoons. An early start brings you to the El Tatio geysers at sunrise, followed by a picnic breakfast.
Next you fly south to Puerto Montt and the Lake District, staying in Puerto Varas on Lake Llanquihue, with an easy hike at the foot of the snow-capped Osorno volcano. A further flight takes you to Puerto Natales in Patagonia, where you sail along the Última Esperanza fjord to the Balmaceda Glacier and walk to the Serrano Glacier, and spend a full day in Torres del Paine National Park, watching for guanacos beneath its granite towers. You fly back to Santiago for a farewell dinner before the flight home.
The physical rating is low. This tour suits travellers who want to see Chile's great contrasts in one trip, with flights, meals and logistics all taken care of. Single rooms are available for a supplement.
Trip highlights
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Valparaíso and Pablo Neruda's house (Day 3)
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The Moon and Death valleys of the Atacama (Day 4)
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Flamingos on the Salar de Atacama (Day 5)
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The El Tatio geysers at sunrise (Day 6)
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The Osorno volcano in the Lake District (Day 8)
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The Serrano Glacier and Torres del Paine (Days 10–11)
Your route
13 stops from Santiago to Torres del Paine NP
- Santiago Days 1–3 & 12–13
- Valparaíso Day 3
- Calama Days 4 & 7
- San Pedro de Atacama Days 4–6
- Valle de la Luna Day 4
- Miscanti Lagoon Day 5
- El Tatio Geysers Day 6
- Puerto Montt Day 7
- Puerto Varas Days 7–8
- Petrohué Falls Day 8
- Puerto Natales Days 9–11
- Serrano Glacier Day 10
- Torres del Paine NP Day 11
Why choose this tour
Chile from top to toe in two weeks, with international and internal flights and all meals included. A national escort and local guides, with every entrance fee covered.
Best suited to
- First-time visitors to Chile
- Travellers who want everything included
- Photographers drawn to deserts and glaciers
- Couples looking for an organised long-haul tour
Day-by-day itinerary
14 days from Santiago, Chile to Santiago, Chile
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Day 1 · London Fly to Santiago
Fly to Chile, arriving the following day.
- Hotel
- Overnight flight
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Day 2 · Santiago Arrive in Santiago
Transfer to your hotel and enjoy a welcome dinner.
- Hotel
- 45 by Director or similar
- Meals
- Dinner
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Day 3 · Valparaíso, Casablanca Valley Valparaíso
Explore the colourful port of Valparaíso and Pablo Neruda's house, with a winery lunch in the Casablanca Valley.
- Hotel
- 45 by Director or similar
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Day 4 · Calama, San Pedro de Atacama, Moon Valley San Pedro de Atacama
Fly to Calama and drive to San Pedro, visiting the Death and Moon valleys.
- Hotel
- El Refugio or similar
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Day 5 · Salar de Atacama, Miscanti and Miñiques lagoons, Socaire Salar de Atacama
Visit Chile's largest salt flat, the Chaxa lagoon and the high-altitude lagoons of Miscanti and Miñiques.
- Hotel
- El Refugio or similar
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Day 6 · El Tatio El Tatio geysers
Watch the geysers steam at sunrise, followed by a picnic breakfast.
- Hotel
- El Refugio or similar
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Day 7 · Puerto Montt, Puerto Varas To the Lake District
Fly south to Puerto Montt and continue to Puerto Varas on Lake Llanquihue.
- Hotel
- Cabañas del Lago or similar
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Day 8 · Ensenada, Osorno volcano Osorno volcano
An easy hike at the foot of the Osorno volcano.
- Hotel
- Cabañas del Lago or similar
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Day 9 · Puerto Natales Fly to Patagonia
Fly to Puerto Natales, the gateway to Torres del Paine.
- Hotel
- Hotel Costa Australis or similar
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Day 10 · Última Esperanza fjord, Serrano Glacier Glacier cruise
Sail to the Balmaceda Glacier and walk to the Serrano Glacier.
- Hotel
- Hotel Costa Australis or similar
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Day 11 · Torres del Paine National Park Torres del Paine
A full-day excursion in Torres del Paine, watching for guanacos.
- Hotel
- Hotel Costa Australis or similar
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Day 12 · Santiago Fly to Santiago
Fly back to Santiago for a farewell dinner.
- Hotel
- 45 by Director or similar
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Day 13 · Santiago Fly home
Transfer to the airport for your flight to the UK.
- Hotel
- Overnight flight
- Meals
- Breakfast
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Day 14 · London Arrive in the UK
Arrive back in the UK.
Where you stay
- Santiago (2 nights) 45 by Director or similar
- San Pedro de Atacama (3 nights) El Refugio or similar
- Puerto Varas (2 nights) Cabañas del Lago or similar
- Puerto Natales (3 nights) Hotel Costa Australis or similar
- Santiago (1 night) 45 by Director or similar
Hotel names are indicative and may be replaced with a property of similar standard and location.
What's included
Included
- Return flights from the UK and all internal flights within Chile
- Accommodation 11 nights in three- and four-star hotels
- Meals all breakfasts, lunches and dinners on tour
- Guided visits and entrance fees Valparaíso, Pablo Neruda's house, the Moon and Death valleys, the Salar de Atacama, El Tatio, Osorno volcano, the Serrano Glacier and Torres del Paine
- A winery lunch in the Casablanca Valley
- Airport transfers and local transport
- National escort throughout
Not included
- Drinks
- Optional activities
- Tips, travel insurance and personal spending
This trip might not be for you if…
Honest disclaimer — please read
- You want a small group — groups can reach 28
- You want trekking — walks are short and easy
- You want free time — the itinerary is full
- You prefer to choose your own meals — all meals are included
Good to know
FCDO advice
UK FCDO travel advice for Chile
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Departures & prices
From £7,990 per person, including flights. 6 upcoming departures.
Flights from UK airports.
02 Dec 2026
Twin share
Incl. flights
Not sold tour only on this date
£7,990pp
Flights from UK airports
Single from £9,380
14 Feb 2027
Twin share
Incl. flights
Not sold tour only on this date
£9,490pp
Flights from UK airports
Single from £10,830
12 Sep 2027
Twin share
Incl. flights
Not sold tour only on this date
£8,690pp
Flights from UK airports
Single from £10,030
10 Oct 2027
Twin share
Incl. flights
Not sold tour only on this date
£8,690pp
Flights from UK airports
Single from £10,050
24 Oct 2027
Twin share
Incl. flights
Not sold tour only on this date
£8,690pp
Flights from UK airports
Single from £10,050
Frequently asked questions
How do I book this tour?
Tap any "Enquire" button on the page and one of our travel specialists will be in touch within 24 hours (often same day). We'll confirm availability on your preferred date, run through anything you need to know, and only ask for the deposit once you've decided.
What financial protection do I get?
Every Travelisto booking is 100% financially protected. Your money is held in a ring-fenced Trust account until you return from your trip, and we are members of the Protected Trust Services scheme (PTS 6035). Most tours also include ATOL protection where flights are part of the package.
Are flights included?
Yes, return flights from the UK and all internal flights within Chile.
Are all meals included?
Yes, every breakfast, lunch and dinner on tour, including a winery lunch and a picnic breakfast at El Tatio.
Will the altitude affect me?
El Tatio and the Altiplano lagoons are over 4,000 metres. Take it easy and drink plenty of water.
How many people travel together?
Typically between 12 and 28 travellers, with a national escort.
When is the best time to visit?
October to April, when Patagonia is accessible and the weather is mildest.
Do I need a visa?
UK visitors do not need a visa for Chile for tourist stays. Check the latest FCDO advice.
Can you tailor the trip?
Yes — every escorted tour can be modified into a private tailor-made version with your own dates, adjusted pace, upgraded hotels and add-on extensions. Tell us what you'd like changed when you enquire and we'll quote it both ways so you can compare.
What if my flight is delayed or cancelled?
If your international flight is part of your booking through us, we re-book at no cost. If you've booked flights separately, the tour's local team holds your transfer slot until you arrive. We strongly recommend a comprehensive travel insurance policy that includes delay and cancellation cover.
ATOL protected
100% financially protected in a Trust bank account
PTS 6035
4.7 on Trustpilot
Tailor-made option
Not quite the right fit? Make it tailor-made.
If this group tour doesn't match your ideal trip, our specialists will turn it into a private tailor-made journey — your own dates, your own pace, upgraded hotels where you want them, and the parts you don't love swapped out. Same destinations, just rebuilt around you.
Contact us for a tailor-made version of this itinerary