Santiago, Atacama Desert & Lake District in Patagonia – 10 Days

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Santiago, Atacama Desert & Lake District in Patagonia – 10 Days Visit Chile and its highlights! Explore the amazing city of Santiago, discover the breathtaking Atacama Desert and fall in love with the Lake District. From the heart of the Andean high plateau to the rugged landscapes of Patagonia, Chile offers an incredible diversity of destinations. Fr...

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Overview

Trip type
Self-Guided / Independent Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Flexible schedule

Highlights

    • Enjoy one of the many activities that Puerto Varas has to offer, like kayaking at the National Park, horseback riding through Lake Llanquihue
    • Visit the amazing geological shapes located in one of the world’s driest and most hostile zones of the world: the Atacama Desert
    • Amazing Patagonian Lake district, a charming region with a variety of outdoors activities

What's this trip about?

    Santiago, Atacama Desert & Lake District in Patagonia – 10 Days Visit Chile and its highlights! Explore the amazing city of Santiago, discover the breathtaking Atacama Desert and fall in love with the Lake District. From the heart of the Andean high plateau to the rugged landscapes of Patagonia, Chile offers an incredible diversity of destinations. From north to south, this South American country spans more than 4,200 km (more than 2,600 miles) and it is bordered on the west by the Pacific Ocean and on the east by the Andes Mountains. Discover on this 10 days itinerary, the dynamic and cosmopolitan Santiago de Chile, with both historic, colonial buildings and modern skyscrapers. The journeys continue to one of the driest deserts in the world, in San Pedro de Atacama, where you will have the chance to explore the otherworldly landscapes, from salt flats to geysers. And finalized in the amazing Patagonian lake district, a charming region with a variety of outdoors activities and breathtaking landscapes. We are committed to creating one-of-a-kind experiences for each type of traveler. That’s why our trips are 100% tailor-made! That means that A) You can choose the exact travel experience you’ve always dreamed of, and B) Our services (excursions and transfers) can be private or semi-private, or a mix of both! If you’d prefer to have a car and a tour guide at your disposal, we can make it happen, and if you don’t care about sharing your transportation and/or your tour, we can put together some experiences where you’ll be able to meet other travelers from around the world. Keep in mind that even our semi-private tours are an intimate group size, so you’ll never be lost in a sea of other tourists.  

Details

Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeIntimate group - 12 max
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transportN/A
Start CitySantiago De Chile
End CitySantiago De Chile

Travel Themes

  • Cultural
  • National Parks
  • Nature & Wildlife

Destinations

  • South America
  • Chile

Attractions

  • Atacama Desert
  • Lake District
  • Pacific Ocean
  • Patagonia
  • Puerto Varas
  • Santiago
  • Valparaiso

Activities

  • Culture
  • Hiking
  • History
  • Horseback riding & Equestrian
  • Kayaking
  • Nature
  • Photography

Trip includes

    • 3 nights in Santiago De Chile
    • 3 nights in Puerto Varas
    • 3 nights in San Pedro De Atacama
    • Transfers & Meals mentioned in the itinerary
    • Tours described in the itinerary
    • Bilingual guide (English/Spanish)

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Itinerary

Day 1: Santiago De Chile: Half Day City tour

Welcome to Santiago!

Home of Pisco Sour, variety of seafood and marvelous Cabernet Sauvignon, Santiago is considerate as the safest city in South America- capital of Chile, the country of the extremes, it is the perfect base to explore the country, or just enjo...

Day 2: Full Day Viña del Mar & Valparaiso Tour

Discover the quirky town of Valparaíso and stroll through bohemian neighborhoods that offer spectacular views over the Pacific Ocean. This picturesque city was declared World Heritage by UNESCO. Unwind at Viña del Mar, a jet set resort of yesteryear, visiting the pier and the coastline with some of its beaches.

Day 3: Santiago De Chile / Calama / San Pedro De Atacama

At appropriate time, you will be transferred to the airport (shared service).

Upon arrival to Calama airport you will be transferred (shared service) to San Pedro de Atacama hotel.

Welcome to San Pedro!

San Pedro de Atacama is a small town in the ...

Day 4: Half Day Tatio Geysers Tour & Machuca & Moon Valley Tour

Experience one of the most astonishing phenomenon produced by nature, be impressed by contrasting colors produced by the steam columns in the highest Geothermal field in the world. Take the most amazing photographs walking across the tracks over the field.

Have...

Day 5: San Pedro De Atacama: Half Day Cejar Lagoon

Inside the Atacama Salt Flats visit the Cejar Lagoon. It´s waters with high salt content has a great floating effect which makes the bathroom a relaxing and fun experience. This is complemented by the beautiful landscape of turquoise waters, volcanoes and greatness sa...

Day 6: San Pedro De Atacama / Puerto Montt / Puerto Varas

At the appropriate time, you will be driven to Calama airport (about two hour away shared service).

Upon arrival in Puerto Montt, you will have a private transfer to Puerto Varas.

Day 7: Puerto Varas: Half Day Osorno Volcano & Petrohue

After breakfast, enjoy a drive to Ensenada, visiting the enchanting Laguna Verde, Spanish for “Green Lagoon,” at the foot of Osorno Volcano within Vicente Perez Rosales National Park before heading to the slopes of the towering Osorno. The conical Volcano, soaring ste...

Day 8: Puerto Varas

Day at leisure to enjoy one of the many activities that Puerto Varas has to offer, like kayaking at the National Park, horseback riding through Lake Llanquihue or a Farm day tour at one of the beautiful local Estancias.

Day 9: Puerto Varas / Santiago De Chile

At appropriate time, you will have a private transfer from your hotel to Puerto Montt Airport.

Welcome to Santiago!

Home of Pisco Sour, variety of seafood and marvelous Cabernet Sauvignon, Santiago is considerate as the safest city in South America- capi...

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Dates & Availability

Price From $2,300
Price per day$230
Last Updated: 3/30/2022

Check Current Availability, prices, specials with Say Hueque.

The indicated prices are based on double occupancy in the INN hotel category. If you prefer a superior category, please let us know to send you a quotation. Solo travelers must pay a single supplement, which is approximately 40% extra.

Discounts can only be applied at the time of booking and cannot be added at a later date, regardless of any changes made to the original booking.

Prices may vary due to local taxes and trip seasonality. Click "Request Info" to inquire directly with the tour operator for the final trip price.

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Jan 2024

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thank you and your team for a fantastic holiday in Argentina!

Just wanted to take this opportunity to thank you and your team for a fantastic holiday in Argentina! We loved the country and the people. The highlights for us was ...

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Jackie

Jan 2024

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Nearly all of the guides were wonderful.

Nearly all of the guides were wonderful. I don’t remember the name of the guide who took us to El Chaltén but we appreciated that he took us seriously as trekkers an...

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Mar 2024

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In 1999, based on the passion for exploring our region, Say Hueque Journeys was born! We are a travel company based in Argentina that creates experience-driven trips in Argentina & Chile focused on connecting travelers with nature and local culture.

We are explorers – We are passionate – We are nature enthusiasts. We know how to visit the Perito Moreno Glacier to avoid crowds, when to trek in Torres del Paine for an intimate experience with the Patagonian mountains and what time of day to visit Iguazú Falls to enjoy the best day-light and a personal encounter with this wonder of nature.

Say Hueque is part of the B Corporation movement. This means that it belongs to a community dedicated to using business as a force for good. We plant with purpose: we have committed to planting 100,000 native trees in Patagonia, creating a true forest! We operate plastic-free journeys, support the initiative of local operators and accommodations, and maintain sustainable practices in our workspaces.

Why Choose Say Hueque?

Because local knows best. We have personally visited each destination throughout the region and we have provided excellent, best-priced holidays to thousands of happy travelers worldwide.

Local experience

For 20 years, we have developed excellent relationships with independent hotel owners and local activity providers.

Favorites of the international press

We are recommended by the most important travel guides. We know that we run great trips, and so do all of the major travel publications, including Lonely Planet, Frommer´s, Fodors, Rough Guides, Time Out, and Le Guide du Rutard… just to name a few.

We are with you every step of the way

To us, planning the perfect trip is as important as enjoying the perfect trip. That said, we will ensure that you have one of our travel specialists working with you throughout the trip planning process. And while you are on the road, we will also provide you with a 24-hour emergency telephone contact in case something unexpected comes up and you need to change your plans.

Highest level of satisfaction

Our clients regularly share their personal experiences traveling with us. You can see their testimonials for yourself.

We are a member of the most prestigious travel associations

As an internationally renowned travel company, Say Hueque is a member in good standing in multiple professional travel industry groups.


Why we love this operator
They have extensive knowledge of Argentina and the surrounding region and their specialists have visited the destinations they send travelers to.
What they’re known for
Customized tours across Argentina and Chile for independent travelers with a focus on food, culture, history and nature.

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Cancellation policy

Any changes to the original booking must be confirmed by the person signing the booking form. Any costs or charges, which we incur or which are incurred or levied by our suppliers as a result of the amendment, will be charged to the Client. Whilst every reasonable effort will be made to accommodate changes and additional requests, their availability cannot be guaranteed.

The Client may cancel the booking at any time provided that the cancellation is communicated to Say Hueque in writing. Cancellation charges will be applied as shown below calculated from the day written notification is received by Say Hueque. In addition to the charges shown below airlines may impose 100% cancellation charges.

Period before departure written notification is received and Cancellation fee as a percentage of the holiday price.

30 days or more: 30%

29-21 days:  40%

20-15 days: 60%

14-9 days: 75%

8 days or less: 100%

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