An incredible bucket-list adventure to Chile's wild landscapes and a fly-in cruise to Antarctica

Personalised journeys from start to finish

Every trip helps support Conservation

Every detail taken care of

  • Personalised journeys from start to finish

  • Every trip helps support Conservation

  • Every detail taken care of

Itinerary highlights

  • Explore the charming towns of the Chilean Lake District
  • Tour the Frei Chilean Base and the Bellingshausen Russian Base areas
  • Visit some of the most magnificent spots on the Antarctic Peninsula
  • Cross of the Lemaire Channel and latitude 65° South with many stops on the way

What's included

  • Luxury Five Night Antarctica Fly Cruise Expedition
  • Luxury accommodation in the Wine Region, the Lake District and Torres del Paine
  • Meet and greet airport service
  • Full support from your Travel Concierge before, during and after your trip
Use this itinerary to inspire your bespoke journey

At a glance

A truly extraordinary trip and grand tour to some the most stirring scenery of South America and Antarctica.

Start with a relaxing couple of nights in the wonderful Wine Region a short way outside of Chile’s capital, Santiago, before beginning your journey south. Spend three nights at the stylish Hotel Vira Vira, a luxurious hideaway among the forests, rivers and snow-capped volcanoes of the Lake District in an area famed for its range of adventure activities.

Then, after a night in Punta Arenas, fly out to King George Island at the tip of the Antarctic Peninsula. Board your cruise ship here for a five night adventure through perhaps the most sublime landscape on earth. With a sun that never sets, sail past towering icebergs and through pristine fjords, getting up close to penguins and whales are you explore the waters on Zodiac boats and set foot on the White Continent.

Flying back to the Chilean mainland, spend your last three days touring the incredible Patagonian mountains of Torres del Paine where you can hike and ease yourself back into civilization while reflecting on an unforgettable trip.

 

Example trip itinerary

Days 1-3

Chilean Wine Region

Flights & transfers

Transfer

Private transfer from Santiago airport to the Wine Region

Accommodation in Chilean Wine Region

Two nights in the Wine Region Two nights in the Wine Region

South of Santiago lies Chile's rich central valleys and numerous vineyards. Your choice of daily activities and excursions will depend on the hotel or lodge chosen, but just speak to our Latin America travel designers about selecting the best one for you.

To give you an idea; there's horse riding, wine tastings, vineyard tours, fine dining, hiking and much more...

Flights & transfers

Transfer

Private transfer from your hotel to Santiago airport

Flight

Flight from Santiago to the Lake District

Transfer

Transfer to your hotel in the Lake District

Days 3-6

Lake District

Accommodation in Lake District

Three nights in the Chilean Lake District Three nights in the Chilean Lake District

Spend your days exploring Chile's Lake District for the great and more moderate outdoors (compared to the real Southern Patagonia landscapes of Torres del Paine and Cape Horn). Charming lakeside towns, epic 4x4 drives, scenic picnics, kayaking, hiking, fishing and white water rafting are just some of the ways to pass the time. Choose from a wide range of adventure activities to suit your interests and we'll make sure you get the absolute most out of your stay here. The lakes and their luxury lodges make this area of Chile a great place to relax too; dine well on local seafood and gourmet cuisine, try regional wines from the central valley, spa treatments and more.

Flights & transfers

Transfer

Transfer to the airport

Flight

Flight from the Lake District to Punta Arenas

Days 6-7

Punta Arenas

Flights & transfers

Transfer

Private transfer from Punta Arenas airport to your hotel in the city

Accommodation in Punta Arenas

Overnight in Punta Arenas Overnight in Punta Arenas

Spend the night in one of the southernmost cities in the world, Punta Arenas. The small city, with a population of around 130,000, is most commonly used as a stopover for those en route to the Torres del Paine National Park or for one of the cruises through the Straits of Magellan. The city is very important to the region, being one of the largest ports in this isolated area.

Days 7-12

Antarctica

Accommodation in Antarctica

Flights & transfers

Transfer

Transfer to the airport

Transfer

Flight from Punta Arenas to King George Island

 
6-day Antarctica cruise 6-day Antarctica cruise

This fly and sail cruise allows you to see the astounding scenery of Antarctica without having to navigate the Drake Crossing, giving you more time to spend exploring, spotting wildlife and marveling at the memorable scenery.

King George Island King George Island

The flight from Punta Arenas to King George Island takes a little less than two hours. Upon arrival, a tour will be given around the area where Frei Chilean Base and the Bellingshausen Russian Base are located, gathering at the beach on Fildes Bay for boarding your expedition vessel by Zodiac boats.

South Shetland Islands and Antarctic Peninsula South Shetland Islands and Antarctic Peninsula

While cruising between the South Shetland Islands and the western coast of the Antarctic Peninsula, sailing along ice-filled fjords and between spectacular icebergs, you will enjoy observing the sea birds, penguins, seals and whales. Your journey southwards will include visits to some of the most magnificent spots in the white continent, such as: Livingston Island, Port Lockroy, Petermann Island, Paradise Bay, Cuverville and Deception Islands amongst others. The objective of these few days will be the crossing of the Lemaire Channel and latitude 65° South. It will be very active couple of days too, with several daily landings and cruises in Zodiac boats and lectures.

Back to King George Island Back to King George Island

On you last day you'll return to King George Island where you'll disembark, in Zodiac boats, at the Frei Chilean Base, and head to the aerodrome to take the flight back to Punta Arenas.

Flights & transfers

Flight

Flight from King George Island to Punta Arenas

Transfer

Transfer to Torres del Paine

Days 12-15

Torres del Paine

Lodges in Torres del Paine

Three nights in Torres del Paine Three nights in Torres del Paine

The national park of Torres del Paine and its surroundings are one of the most spectacular and unique places in the world. Rising from sea level to a height of almost 3000 metres, the granite peaks that make up the ‘Torres’ would be a truly breath-taking sight on their own. However, when they’re joined with turquoise glacial lagoons, icebergs, snow-capped mountains, endless fjords, forest and rushing rivers all overseen by condors, pumas and vicunas, it becomes something truly special and, for many, the sole reason that they visit Chile.

Depending on the lodgings you have chosen and your individual preferences your travel designer can design a program of activities featuring a whole host of different and diverse ways to explore and encounter Torres del Paine.

Flights & transfers

Transfer

Transfer from Torres del Paine to Punta Arenas Airport

Flight

Flight from Punta Arenas to Santiago

Days 15-16

Santiago

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

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