An exciting, action-packed trip featuring the wildest parts of Chile, including Torres del Paine and the Atacama, for all the family

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  • Personalised journeys from start to finish

  • Every trip helps support Conservation

  • Every detail taken care of

What's included

  • All accommodation with breakfast (some hotels may include further meals)
  • All internal flights
  • All transfers
  • All tours specified in the itinerary description
  • Full support from your Travel Concierge before, during and after your trip
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At a glance

This two week Chilean holiday is the perfect adventure for active families that love the true wilderness. Centred around stays in the almighty Torres del Paine and the otherworldly Atacama Desert, this trip takes in the country’s epic natural wonders and is sure to impress a whole range of generations.

With a visit to Santiago along the way, you will head to southern Patagonia for outdoor activities galore in a truly extraordinary setting. From trekking to horse riding, to kayaking, sailing and biking, the vast array of activity here will have all ages entertained. Then, experience the jaw-dropping landscape of volcanoes, lagoons and salt-flats in the Atacama together. We’ll help you create unparalleled family memories as you explore this region on authentic private tours with friendly local guides at your own pace.

 

Example trip itinerary

Days 1-2

Santiago

Flights & transfers

Flight

Arrive in Santiago Airport from your International Flight

Transfer

Private transfer from Santiago airport to Santiago hotel

Accommodation in Santiago

Overnight in Santiago Overnight in Santiago

Enjoy a night in Santiago, you'll have our list of recommended restaurants and attractions to make sure you make the most of your time here.

Private half day walking tour of Santiago Private half day walking tour of Santiago

Your local guide will meet you in the lobby of your hotel and start your walking tour towards the closest metro station. Santiago´s metro is South America's most extensive metro system and provides safe and smooth commute.

Arrive to Baquedano station, located underneath Plaza Italia, the focal point of celebrations and occasional demonstrations in the city. Continue by walking west through the Parque Forestal, an urban park in the middle of the city that was created to celebrate the 100 years of Chile as a republic. This park features a beautiful landscape design inspired by the French style of the early 1900s and several sculptures before you reach the fine arts museum. Take in the façade of the National Museum of fine arts, built between 1905 and 1910. The building features a neoclassic style along with some elements of the Art Nouveau and it is known because of the glass dome that allows the entrance of light to the central hall.

Continue the tour towards the Santa Lucía Hill, where the Spanish conquistador Pedro de Valdivia founded the city on February 12th 1541. After a quick visit to its top, descend to visit the Gabriela Mistral cultural center, a building which structure survived a strong fire and reopened recently to promote culture and arts.

Stroll around the streets of Lastarria Neighborhood that features a rich architectural value, little cute cafés, exquisite restaurants, many unique stores and a couple of museums worth visiting (not included on the tour).

Before heading back to your hotel, enjoy of a wine tasting in a wine bar in the heart of Lastarria neighborhood and walk five minutes to the metro station on direction to your hotel.

Flights & transfers

Transfer

Private transfer from your hotel to Santiago airport

Flight

Flight from Santiago to Punta Arenas

Days 2-6

Torres del Paine

Flights & transfers

Transfer

Transfer from Punta Arenas to your Torres del Paine lodge

Accommodation in Torres del Paine

Four Days on Family Adventures in Torres del Paine Four Days on Family Adventures in Torres del Paine

Depending on the lodgings you have a chosen and your family's preferences, a program of activities featuring a whole host of different and diverse ways to explore and encounter Torres del Paine for all ages is on offer so you can all make the absolute most of your stay here.

Trekking in Torres del Paine Trekking in Torres del Paine
Family horse rides in Torres del Paine Family horse rides in Torres del Paine
Kayaking in Torres del Paine Kayaking in Torres del Paine
Family bike rides in Torres del Paine Family bike rides in Torres del Paine
Flights & transfers

Transfer

Private transfer from Torres del Paine to Punta Arenas Airport via Puerto Natales

Flight

Flight from Punta Arenas to Santiago

Days 6-7

Santiago

Flights & transfers

Transfer

Private transfer from Santiago airport to your hotel in the city

Accommodation in Santiago

Overnight in Santiago Overnight in Santiago

Enjoy a night in Santiago, you'll have our list of recommended restaurants and attractions to make sure you make the most of your time here.

Flights & transfers

Transfer

Private transfer from your hotel to Santiago airport

Flight

Flight from Santiago to Calama

Days 7-11

The Atacama Desert

Flights & transfers

Transfer

Private transfer from Calama to San Pedro de Atacama

Accommodation in The Atacama Desert

Four days exploring the Atacama Desert with your family Four days exploring the Atacama Desert with your family

Check into your chosen family lodge and spend your time exploring the Atacama alongside your loved ones with the many different excursions available. Depending on which of Jacada's Luxury selection you are staying in, this may be in small groups or entirely private (speak to your travel designer so we can find the lodge that suits you best).

Flights & transfers

Transfer

Transfer from your hotel in the Atacama to Calama Airport

Flight

Flight from Calama to Santiago

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