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Chile Travel Guides

Chile is a country of striking contrasts, stretching from the otherworldly landscapes of the Atacama Desert to the vineyards, coastlines and mountain scenery that define its varied regions. From the colourful streets of Valparaíso and the energy of Santiago to dramatic desert views, Andean backdrops and scenic valleys, Chile offers a journey filled with memorable landscapes and cultural highlights. Explore our guide to some of the most inspiring places to visit on an escorted tour of Chile and start planning your journey through this fascinating South American destination.

Atacama Desert

Deserts are sometimes defined as environments that receive less than 250mm of rain in a year. The Atacama gets less than 1mm. Welcome to the driest place on Earth (apart from the poles). Words such as ‘moonscape’, ‘otherworldly’ and ‘weird’ crop up...

Patagonia

Located on the southern frontier of South America, Patagonia is the epitome of undisturbed elegance and awe-inspiring natural splendour. Spanning over 1 million square kilometres across the lowermost regions of Argentina and Chile, this shared territory...

Santiago

With towering skyscrapers set amidst a treasure trove of colonial architecture, urban parks and lively Latino neighbourhoods, Santiago’s unique cityscape lies in the heart of a great bowl-shaped valley, proudly flanked by the majestic snow-capped peaks...

Vina Del Mar

Vina Del Mar is a classic beach resort on Chile’s west coast, with a beguiling mix of white sandy beaches, palm-lined boulevards, colonial buildings, swanky hotels, gourmet restaurants and a sumptuous casino. It has long been a favourite getaway...

Easter Island

Say the words “Easter Island” and one image is sure to spring to mind – the stern-faced, square-jawed statues staring mournfully towards the vast ocean all around. These are the moai, the mystical, mysterious sculptures that stand like mute sentinels on...