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Cities, Moonscapes & Mystic Easter Island
Chile in 12 Days, 10 Nights in Destination
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£ 10,299
£ 3,599
/person
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Rachel
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A complete and fascinating tour of Chile! From exploring modern cities and lunar landscapes on the mainland, to discovering the Moai magic of Easter Island.
Trip Highlights
- Atacama Desert
- Easter Island
- Rapa Nui National Park
- San Pedro de Atacama
- Santiago de Chile
Included
All flights
Accommodation
All transfers
Activities
Breakfast only
Availability
Departures available until March 2026
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Solo travelers from + £ 590
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Itinerary
Begin your Chilean adventure discovering the old-meets-new capital city of Santiago. Next watch the sunset over the striking lunar landscapes of Valley of the Moon in San Pedro de Atacama. Ready for an experience of a lifetime? Jet over to the remote pacific Easter Island, and discover its massive stone statues, mysterious ancient Moai culture, and fascinating volcanic landscapes.
1st Day: UK/Ireland - Night on board
It's time to explore Chile’s diverse landscapes, cultures and breathtaking natural beauty. Arrive* at your UK/Ireland departure airport ready to check-in for an overnight flight to Santiago, Chile. Night on board.
*If either your outbound or inbound flights depart in the early hours (before 4:00 a.m.) you must arrive at the airport the night before the indicated departure day.
2nd Day: Santiago de Chile
Arrival at the airport in the Chilean capital of Santiago. Transfer to the hotel, check-in and, depending on your time of arrival, enjoy the rest of the day at your leisure. Why not familiarize yourself with this vibrant and cosmopolitan city, sample the local cuisine or enjoy cocktails in the trendy neighborhood of Bellavista. Overnight stay in Santiago.
Accommodation
ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
Panamericana Providencia or similar
729 Reviews
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3rd Day: Santiago de Chile
Breakfast at the hotel. Start your adventure by taking part in a guided city tour - from the ‘Sanhattan’ skyscrapers to the old-world colonial architecture in a captivating fusion of old meets new.
Begin the tour walking down the city’s main avenue, visit the cobblestoned streets of Lastarria, get lost in the beauty of Santa Lucia Hill, and stop by a panoramic viewpoint to gaze across Santiago. From here, head over to the Plaza de Armas, the Cathedral of Santiago, the former national congress, the imposing government house La Moneda and the Plaza de la Constitución.
Finally, visit the Central Market, a key gastronomic point of Santiago, and stop by a Lapis Lazuli store. To get to know more of the area, why not take part in our optional excursion*. Transfer to your hotel and overnight stay in Santiago.
*Optional Excursion to Viña del Mar & Valparaiso: Visit these two coastal cities located just 90 minutes from Santiago. Valparaiso is known for its vibrant cultural scene whilst Viña del Mar, which was originally a wine-making region, is today the most popular resort in Chile.
Important note: If you choose this optional activity, your Santiago city tour will be moved to either the first or the third day of the itinerary (depending on your flight schedule).
Accommodation
ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
Panamericana Providencia or similar
729 Reviews
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Activities
City Tour of Santiago
Light
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Valparaíso & Viña del Mar Excursion
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4th Day: Santiago - Calama - San Pedro de Atacama
Breakfast at the hotel. Breakfast at the hotel. At the indicated time, we will transfer to the airport for a flight to Calama. From there, we will take a car ride of approximately 2 hours to San Pedro de Atacama. Once in San Pedro de Atacama, we will take you to the hotel for check-in, and then you will have the afternoon free to explore at your own pace or enjoy a well-deserved rest and the surroundings. Overnight stay in San Pedro de Atacama.
Accommodation
ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
La Casa de Don Tomas or similar
1251 Reviews
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5th Day: San Pedro de Atacama
Breakfast at the hotel. Enjoy today at your leisure. Take this time to relax and explore at your own pace. In the afternoon visit the Valley of the Moon, so named due to its resemblance to it. The Salt mountain range is the best place to watch the sunset, with its Mars and Moon Valleys, a product of the mineralogical folding that at sunset resemble a lunar landscape, part of the Los Flamencos National Reserve. Enjoy its extravagant shapes and fascinating surroundings. As the afternoon passes, enter the valley to enjoy one of the best views of the Andes Mountains and its volcanoes. Finally, at sunset, watch as the golden and red tones spread across the spectacular landscape, an unforgettable sight to behold.
If you want to discover more of the area, we recommend taking part in our optional full-day excursion to Tatio Geysers and the village of Machuca*. Overnight stay in San Pedro de Atacama.
*Optional excursion to Tatio Geysers and Machuca village: Embark on an exciting journey to beautiful Altiplano, early in the morning, to get a glimpse of the immaculate sunrise over the geothermal field of the Tatio Geysers where 70 fumaroles emerge from the ground in jets of steam and water. Later, take a stroll through the village of Machuca, home to traditional straw houses and artisans selling Andean crafts and delicacies.
Accommodation
ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
La Casa de Don Tomas or similar
1251 Reviews
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Activities
Excursion to the Valley of the Moon
Moderate
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Tatio Geysers & Machuca Excursion
Active
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6th Day: San Pedro de Atacama
Breakfast at the hotel. Today is free to enjoy at your leisure. Take in the dramatic landscapes and move around at your own pace. For a more indepth discovery of the area, we recommend taking part in a full-day optional excursion to the Altiplanic Lagoons*. Overnight stay in San Pedro de Atacama.
*Optional Excursion to Altiplanic Lagoons: Discover Miscanti and Miniques, lagoons surrounded by volcanoes, and the magnificent Salar de Aguas calientes, famously known for its red stones. Later, head to Chaxa Lagoon and the Andean town of Toconao where you can feast your eyes on a variety of exotic wildlife including flamingos. Lunch included.
Accommodation
ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
La Casa de Don Tomas or similar
1251 Reviews
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Activities
Altiplanic Lagoons Excursion
Active
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7th Day: San Pedro de Atacama - Calama - Santiago de Chile
Breakfast at the hotel. At the indicated time, transfer to Calama airport for your return flight to Santiago. Once arrived, transfer to your hotel for check-in. The rest of the day is yours to relax and spend it as you see fit. Overnight stay in Santiago.
Accommodation
ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
Panamericana Providencia or similar
729 Reviews
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8th Day: Santiago de Chile - Easter Island
Breakfast at the hotel. At the agreed time, transfer to Santiago Airport for the next part of your adventure! Arrive at the magical Easter Island, and be met by a representative who will assist with your transfer to the hotel. After check-in, we recommend an optional excursion to Ahu Akivi*. Overnight stay on Easter Island.
*Optional Ahu Akivi excursion: Visit Ahu Tahai, which features three restored platforms and is notable for being the only place with a moai that has eyes made of white coral. Then, continue to Ahu Akivi, an impressive archaeological site where you can see seven moais facing the sea, an unusual and fascinating detail. Afterward, head to Puna Pau, the crater of a volcano where the "Pukao," or moai hats, were carved, and learn about their significance and the crafting process.
Accommodation
ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
Takarua Lodge or similar
42 Reviews
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Activities
Half day excursion to Ahu Akivi
Moderate
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9th Day: Easter Island
Breakfast at the hotel. Today, we embark on a full-day tour of this magical island, following the footsteps of the island's first king, Ariki Hotu Matua. We’ll visit several archeological sites, starting with Akahanga, Rano Raraku, and Ahu Tongariki, which are central to Rapa Nui culture, before breaking for lunch.
Next, we’ll explore Vaihu, an interpretative Rapa Nui village featuring traditional houses, ovens, and chicken coops from ancient times. We’ll then visit Ahu Akahanga, which has a platform with 12 moai statues and an unrestored village. Continuing on, we’ll head to Ahu Tongariki, renowned for its 15 restored moai statues. At the Rano Raraku volcano, we’ll hike for an hour to see over 400 moai in various stages of carving, learning about their history and feeling the energy of the place. The tour will conclude at Anakena Beach, believed to be where the first king of Easter Island landed. Enjoy free time to relax on the white sand and swim in the clear water. Overnight stay on Easter Island.
Accommodation
ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
Takarua Lodge or similar
42 Reviews
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Activities
Full Day Anakena Excursion
Active
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10th Day: Easter Island
Breakfast at the hotel. In the morning, we will visit Ahu Vinapu to see the Ahu Tahira wall, which resembles Incan walls, and a red scoria moai that might represent a two-headed woman. Next, we’ll climb to Volcano Rano Kau, home to the island's largest and most beautiful crater, offering stunning views that make you feel at the center of the world. At the ceremonial village of Orongo, we’ll explore the Birdman Competition, a tradition lasting until 1864, where participants would travel to the islet of Motu Nui in search of the Manutara bird’s egg to be declared leaders. Back in town, enjoy a beautiful sunset either in front of Ahu Tahai or by the sea. Overnight stay on Easter Island.
Accommodation
ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
Takarua Lodge or similar
42 Reviews
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Activities
Half day excursion to Orongo
Moderate
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11th Day: Easter Island - Santiago de Chile
Breakfast at the hotel. Sadly, it’s time to bid farewell to the incredible Easter Island. At the agreed time, the transfer will take you to the airport to board your flight back to the capital. Overnight stay in Santiago.
Accommodation
ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
Panamericana Providencia or similar
729 Reviews
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12th Day: Santiago de Chile - US
Breakfast at the hotel*. It’s time to wrap up your Chilean adventure. At the indicated time, transfer to the airport to board a flight back home to the UK/Ireland.
*Depending on the time of your departure flight you might not be able to enjoy breakfast this morning.
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Accommodation: 10 Nights
Included activities
Available Activities
The price includes
- Departures from main UK/Ireland airports.
- International flights: UK/Ireland - Santiago de Chile - UK/Ireland.
- Internal flights: Santiago - Calama, Calama - Santiago; Santiago - Easter Island, Easter Island - Santiago. *more information
- 10 nights accommodation in Charm category hotels.See hotels included
- 10 breakfasts.
- Transfers in air-conditioned vehicles.
- Visits and entrance fees as indicated in the itinerary with an English-speaking guide.See itinerary
- All air taxes and fuel surcharge.
- ATOL Protection.
Not included
Meals and beverages not specified in the program and entrance fees to National Parks.
If your destination is in the USA or Canada, or if your selected flights to a different destination have connections in the USA or Canada, it is mandatory to have an ESTA (for USA) or an eTA (for Canada) before travelling.
ESTA: https://esta.cbp.dhs.gov/esta/
eTA: https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/visit-canada/eta.html
*Documentation of the internal flights will be available in the "My bookings" section in your "Customer Area" 14 days before your trip. It is essential to fill in the passport information correctly for each passenger in the given boxes at the end of the reservations process.
Maximum checked baggage limit on internal flights is 15kg.
This trip is not recommended for people with disabilities or limited mobility. If you have a disability or limited mobility and are interested in taking this trip, please contact our Customer Service Team to discuss the possibility of booking a private tour that may better fit your specific circumstances.
Important note regarding excursion schedules: Pick up and drop off schedules may vary depending on summer and winter hours, in any case we will always be confirming these schedules at the time of your reservation, in conjunction with the follow-up we provide.
Important note regarding excursion on Easter Island: the excursion itinerary on Easter Island may vary depending on the day of arrival. Half-day tours run on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday, full-day tours run Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays.
To access the Rapa Nui National Park you must buy a ticket (80 USD) that can be purchased in advance through the official website or in person in cash.
Entry requirements
Passport required for stays of up to three months.
Visa
No visa is required to enter the country. Tourist Card issued on arrival.
Currency
Peso
Language
Spanish
Electricity
220V. Adapter required in certain parts of the country.
Health
There are no mandatory vaccinations for travellers from the UK.
Time zone
UTC - 05:00.
Tourist Office website
https://chile.travel/en
Remember to download your e-ticket to confirm the times of your flights and to complete online check-in using the airline's website, or directly at the check-in desk at the airport.
Accommodation at the hotels is as indicated. In the event of any changes to accommodation, they will always be of the same or a higher category. The category of hotels is not standardized across all countries in the world. For this reason, the criteria may differ depending on the destination country's own standards.
In the case of adverse weather conditions, for safety reasons or for any other reasons deemed appropriate, the order and duration of the excursions included in the itinerary may be changed or canceled without prior notice.
If you have reduced mobility, require the use of a wheelchair, or you would prefer this tour to be a private experience for you and your group, you must contact our Experts at +44 20 8068 3176 before booking to ensure that your needs can be met.
While on the road, it is highly unlikely that the vehicle will be equipped with wifi or bathroom facilities, though rest stops will be made for long trips. We recommend purchasing a new SIM card at the airport or placing an e-SIM before travel to guarantee internet connection.
The Foreign & Commonwealth Office offer up-to-date travel advice by visiting https://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice
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