A long, narrow ribbon containing some of the world's most stunning landscapes. Travel with us to Chile and experience the extremes with private guides and tailored experiences from the driest desert to the mountains of Patagonia.

 

 

 

 

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Why travel to Chile

It is hard to describe Chile without leaning into phrases such as a ‘land of contrasts’ or a ‘country of extremes’. But few descriptions are better. Every region is distinct, and the opportunities to explore match that variety.

The Atacama Desert, rich in Andean culture and history, shifts colour as the sun moves across the sky. Flamingos wade through high-altitude lagoons while vicunas drift across landscapes shaped by volcanic activity and geological upheaval.

Further south, Santiago is a different world entirely. Skyscrapers rise beside colonial churches and the city buzzes with conversation, creativity and energy. Yet just beyond the capital lie vineyard-covered valleys and historic coastal towns that reveal another side of Chile.

In the Lake District, snow-capped volcanoes tower above forests, lakes and islands shaped by Mapuche traditions and German settlement. Further south still, Aysén and Futaleufú draw adventurers with wild rivers, fly fishing and remote Andean scenery.

 

Then comes Torres del Paine National Park; Patagonia at its most dramatic. Granite peaks rise above glacial lakes and open steppe where pumas roam, and gaucho culture still shapes life on the estancias.

At the continent’s edge, icy channels, migrating whales and penguin colonies complete the journey.

Chile may be one country, but it is many destinations.

 

 

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KEY FACTS ABOUT CHILE

CURRENCY

Chilean Peso

LANGUAGE

Spanish

TIME ZONE

GMT -04:00

TIPPING

10-15%

PEAK TIME

November - February

USEFUL PHRASES

Hello – Hola
See you later – Hasta luego
Nice to meet you – Encantada/o de conocerte
Thank you so much – Muchas gracias
Please – Por favor
Excuse me – Disculpe
I’m sorry – Lo siento

COLDEST MONTH

July
12°C on average

HOTTEST MONTH

January
21°C on average

Inspirational trip ideas

These are simply suggestions for the kind of luxury tailor-made holiday you might have. Your custom travel itinerary will be
personalised, tweaked, and refined until it matches you completely.

 

 

Ideal Length: 18 days

The Essence of Chile

Embark on an 18 day journey through Chile's most captivating wonders, from the surreal landscapes of the Atacama Desert to Patagonia's breath taking glaciers, the enchanting Chilean Lake District, and the world-renowned wines of the scenic wine valleys.

From £16,380pp From $21,785pp

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Ideal Length: 16 days

Truly Bespoke Chile

Many itineraries to Chile rely heavily on fully inclusive lodges and small-group excursions, creating smooth but often highly structured experiences. This journey takes a different approach. By combining independent properties with private guides, specialist trackers and deeply knowledgeable local experts, it offers far greater flexibility, personalisation and a much stronger connection to the country itself.

From £16,950pp From $22,750pp

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Ideal Length: 10 days

From Desert to Glacier: An Immersive Journey Through Atacama & Patagonia

This ten day immersive journey takes you from Santiago to the breathtaking landscapes of the Atacama Desert and wilderness of Patagonia National Park.

From £8,365pp From $10,790pp

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SUSTAINABILITY

We believe travel is precious

The world has transformed dramatically since cazenove+loyd was founded in 1993. On every trip we take, we wonder how that destination will look in another 30 years. We are passionate about our destinations and understand that it has become more important than ever to conserve their wildlife, habitats and communities for future generations.

 

 

 

 

 

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Our highlights in Chile

Our Destination Expert’s top tip

Visit Torres del Paine in September and October, it’s still spectacular and as it’s off-season you’ll likely have the whole place to yourself .

 

 

Karen 130 Round
Karen Chapman
Lama in Torres del Paine
What our clients say
So thank you, I loved it, it was a memorable holiday. You provided me with an experience that would have been difficult to achieve on a personal tour. I’d definitely think about doing another one and it was lovely to meet you.
What our clients say
cazenove+loyd are quite simply part and parcel of our most cherished travel memories... somehow they have managed to deliver every time.
What our clients say
We were impressed with the efficiency and warmth of the team in both Chile and Argentina. It was a blessing to have the Chile/Argentina border crossing handled by cazenove+loyd: we made it across much faster than other travellers. All the places we stayed were great, and the guides, too.

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