10-Day Senior Tour to Chile

Senior hiker in Torres del Paine National Park, Chilean Patagonia

What to expect on this itinerary

On this 10-day tour of Chile, you will have all your senses enlightened by the magnificence of this South American country. From the vast landscapes of Patagonia to the cosmopolitan center of Santiago, Chile is a country that enchants nearly all who visit. Sip a glass of fine wine as you gaze out on the snow-capped Andes Mountains, experience Punta Arenas, which is one of the world’s few gateways to Antarctica, and immerse yourself in the rich culture of Santiago.

Countries Visited

Chile

Places Visited

Santiago, Maipo Valley, Torres del Paine National Park, Punta Arenas, Valparaíso

Suggested Duration

10 Days

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Day 1

Santiago – Arrive to a Welcoming Cocktail

You will arrive at the airport in Santiago, where you will be met by your private driver and transferred to your luxurious accommodation in the heart of the Lastarria neighborhood. Upon your arrival, you will have plenty of time to settle in to your suite and explore the neighborhood on your own. When you are ready, you can meet your personal tour guide in your hotel’s lobby to begin your first official tour of Chile. For your tour, you will be transferred to the summit of Santa Lucia Hill, so you can watch the sunset.

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Day 2

Santiago – Highlight Tour of Santiago

Day 3

Santiago – Panoramic Views of the City

Day 4

Santiago – Explore the Town of Valparaiso

Day 5

Maipo Valley – Private Tour of Top Wineries

Day 6

Maipo Valley – Horseback Ride through Wine Country

Day 7

Torres del Paine – The Best of Patagonia

Day 8

Torres del Paine – Glamping in an Eco-Friendly Camp

Day 9

Punta Arenas – Private Cruise with Penguins

Day 10

Punta Arenas – Departure

Trip Highlights

  • Meander through the lovely streets of Santiago’s charming Lastarria neighborhood
  • Ascend to the summit of the Cerro San Cristobal for spectacular views of Santiago and the snowy Andes Mountains
  • Privately tour the vibrant city of Valparaiso and relax at Vina del Mar’s sunny beaches
  • Admire the gorgeous landscape of the Maipo Valley and visit the region’s finest wineries
  • Traverse Chile’s infamous wine country on horseback and delight in an afternoon of bathing in natural hot springs
  • Experience the starry skies of Patagonia when you spend the night glamping in complete luxury
  • Discover remarkable Torres del Paine National Park on a private tour that is curated specifically to your interests
  • Cruise through glacial waters on a private excursion from Punta Arenas, where you can witness penguins in their natural habitat

Detailed Description

During this comfortable, 10-day journey through Chile, you may be luxuriating in your extraordinary, eco-friendly glampsite as you gaze at the Patagonian sky that is brimming with stars. You will be amazed by the charming town of Punta Arenas, which is set against the backdrop of Patagonia’s mountains and glacial lakes. You will also explore many of the enchanting neighborhoods of Santiago before privately touring the city’s most significant museums and historical sites. During this journey, you will experience much of the very best of one of the world’s treasures.

Your tour will begin in the Chilean capital of Santiago. Here, you will traverse the charming Lastarria and Bellavista neighborhoods on a private tour, where you will visit the vibrant La Chascona, which is the infamous home of Chilean poet, Pablo Neruda. In Santiago, you will also ascend to the summit of the Cerro San Cristobal via funicular, where you will be amazed by breathtaking views of Santiago against the backdrop of the Andes Mountains. During an excursion from Santiago, you will have the exclusive opportunity to visit the unique city of Valparaiso and the lovely beachside city of Vina del Mar. Moving on, you will spend several nights in the Maipo Valley, which is Chile’s most beautiful wine region. Here, you can privately tour the area’s highly acclaimed wineries before bathing in natural hot springs.

In Patagonia, which is the crown jewel of Chile, you will spend two nights glamping in the lap of luxury in the heart of Torres del Paine National Park. During your glamping experience, you can witness spectacular views of Patagonia’s mountains, lakes, and forests, and you can also partake in a wide variety of regional activities that will be available to you. Finally, you will be transferred to the city of Punta Arenas, which is one of the world’s few gateways to Antarctica. On this 10-day tour of Chile, you will be amazed by the landscape, culture, and modern metropolises that characterize this fascinating country.

Starting Price

$4,100 per person (excluding international flights)

Your Zicasso trip is fully customizable, and this sample itinerary is a starting place for your travel plans. Actual costs are dynamic, and your selection of accommodations and activities, your season of travel, and other such variables will bring this budget guideline up or down. Throughout your planning experience with your Zicasso specialist, your itinerary is designed around your budget. You can book your trip when you are satisfied with every detail. Planning your trip with a Zicasso travel specialist is a free service.

What's Included

The starting price is based on travel during the low season for a minimum of two travelers staying in shared 3-star accommodations. Please inquire for a custom trip quote based on your travel preferences and travel dates.

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Chile Tour Review: Patagonia, Santiago, Penguins, Wine Region, Desert, 12-Day Trip

Zicasso’s travel specialist and our guide took great care of us. We were two friends traveling through Chile and everything was managed with professionalism and thoughtful consideration. We had great hotels, great excursions, and on-time transfers booked. Everything ran smoothly, and when we had some travel delays, everything was taken care of for us. I would highly recommend this travel company and we had a fabulous trip to Chile.

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Zicasso’s travel agent and his team planned an amazing honeymoon to Patagonia for us. We loved all the accommodations he recommended and our itinerary was full of unique experiences and thoughtful touches. We would highly recommend this travel company to anyone traveling to Chile and Argentina!

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Argentina, Chile Vacation Review: Buenos Aires, Iguazu Falls, Lake District, Calafate, Tierra del Fuego, Torres del Paine National Park, Cruise, Glacier Visit, 3 Weeks

We enjoyed the trip very much. We had planned to visit every place of interest to us in Patagonia on this trip, so it was quite a complex trip to arrange. Zicasso’s travel specialist did a great job overall. We had private guides and private cars for everything, so we could enjoy the experiences at our own pace and focus on the things that interested us.

We started in Buenos Aires, but our main focus was natural beauty. We spent a very interesting day and a half in the city, though. Our guide was very knowledgeable about the local history and the sites we visited. Next we went to Iguazú Falls, which was a spectacular experience. Our guide there was the only one who didn't seem as deep or as organized as all the others, but that was a minor issue. Although it is wickedly expensive, I would highly recommend that travelers stay in the one and only lodge inside the Iguazú Falls national park. We got a lot more out of our time there because we were right there at the park.

Next we went to the Lake District and spent memorable days on the water there; amazing scenery! We also saw condors during one of our day-long boat rides on the lake.

Next, we went to Calafate. Although we are not trekkers, the visits to the two main glaciers were unforgettable. The travel specialist had us in the VIP cabin for the day-long boat trip and we had a very knowledgeable guide for the visit to the Perito Moreno glacier.

We did the four-day cruise through Tierra del Fuego next, which I highly recommend, ending in Chile, where we spent two days at the Torres del Paine National Park, one by road in the park with a very knowledgeable private guide, and the second on a full-day lake tour with a marvelous lunch at a scenic ranch, with a close-up view to a glacier.

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Chile Vacation Review: Patagonia, Torres del Paine, Hiking, 10 Days

We went mostly into Patagonia and Torres del Paine, an amazing location. Zicasso’s travel specialist delivered as promised! Everything was first-class and his recommendations for everything from tours to restaurants were right on.

A special note to those with food allergies:

I have a lot of food allergies, so it is not easy for me to eat out, let alone out of the country. I let the travel specialist know ahead of time and all my tours, hotels, and guides knew I was coming and really helped to accommodate me. THANKS AGAIN!

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