Luxury travel in Chile
From the driest desert on earth to the fjords of the far south.
Chile at a glance
Chile is more than 4,000 kilometres long and rarely more than 350 kilometres wide. That shape gives it extraordinary variety: the Atacama Desert in the north, vineyards around Santiago, lakes and volcanoes further south, and the granite towers of Torres del Paine in Patagonia.
Why visit
- Torres del Paine, one of South America’s great national parks.
- The Atacama Desert’s salt flats, lagoons and exceptionally clear night skies.
- Fine wine regions within easy reach of Santiago.
Journeys including Chile
Andes, Altiplano & Atacama
Inca heritage, Lake Titicaca and the salt flats of Uyuni, ending in Chile’s Atacama Desert.
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Patagonia: Glaciers & Granite Towers
Buenos Aires, the Perito Moreno Glacier, Fitz Roy and Torres del Paine, ending in Santiago.
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Peru, Chile & Argentina
Machu Picchu, the Atacama Desert, Santiago, Mendoza’s vineyards and Buenos Aires.
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The Grand Tour of South America
Four weeks from Rio and Iguazú to Patagonia, the Atacama and Machu Picchu.
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- A private stargazing session in the Atacama
- Guided hiking in Torres del Paine with a lodge as your base
- A vineyard lunch in the Colchagua Valley
- A boat excursion to the Grey Glacier
When to go, month by month
Torres del Paine is best from October to April. The Atacama can be visited all year, though nights are cold and summer rains (usually January to February) can occasionally close high-altitude routes. Santiago and the wine regions are lovely from September to April.
- Ideal
- Good
- Variable
- Off season
A general guide to typical conditions; weather varies from year to year.
Good to know
- San Pedro de Atacama sits at about 2,400 metres, and some excursions climb above 4,000 metres.
- Calama is the nearest airport to San Pedro, around ninety minutes by road.
- Punta Arenas and Puerto Natales are the gateways to Torres del Paine.
Chile: your questions
Is Easter Island worth adding?
If you have four extra days, yes. Flights from Santiago are limited, so dates need to be planned early.
How do I travel between the Atacama and Patagonia?
By domestic flight via Santiago, usually with a night in the capital.
When is the best time to see Torres del Paine?
October to April. December to February is busiest; the shoulder months are quieter and often beautifully lit.
Further inspiration
Private Travel in South America: What It Means
Private guides, private transfers and the freedom to change plans. Here is what a private journey includes, and when sharing makes sense.
The Best South American Multi-country Holidays
Some countries combine effortlessly, others less so. These are the pairings that work best, and why.
The Best Time to Visit Patagonia
Patagonia’s season is short and its weather famous. Here is how each month compares, and how to choose.
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