Chile
A journey between extremes, from the driest desert to the mountains of Patagonia.
— Why we chose
Chile
We chose Chile because it is one of the few countries in the world you cross the way you cross a continent. In a single trip you move from Atacama, where some areas haven't seen rain in decades, to the glaciers and wind of Torres del Paine — and, if you wish, to Rapa Nui, the most isolated inhabited island on the planet. We also love it because it is easy to travel: reliable infrastructure, frequent domestic flights, well-trained local guides. That lets us build ambitious itineraries without giving up comfort, and spend more time in places rather than in transit.
— Choose your experience
Choose your Chile journey
Essential Chile
Ten days between Santiago, the colours of Valparaíso and the astonishing Atacama landscapes: Valle de la Luna, salt flats, altiplanic lagoons and the El Tatio geysers.
At a glance
Destination
Santiago, Valparaíso, San Pedro de Atacama
Durations
10 days
Ideal period
October – April
Ideal for
First-timers in Chile, couples, friends
Formula
Domestic flight + excursions with local guides
Signature experiences
- Santiago between the Andes and creative districts
- Valparaíso, murals and hills over the Pacific
- Valle de la Luna at sunset
- El Tatio geysers at dawn
- Salar de Atacama and altiplanic lagoons
Day-by-day program
Chile of Extremes
Fourteen days between the driest land on earth and the glaciers of Torres del Paine, with enough time to truly live both souls of Chile.
At a glance
Destination
Santiago, San Pedro de Atacama, Puerto Natales, Torres del Paine
Durations
14 days
Ideal period
November – March
Ideal for
Couples, friends, nature lovers
Formula
Domestic flights + trekking and guided excursions
Signature experiences
- Valle de la Luna and Cordillera de la Sal
- El Tatio geysers at 4,300 m
- Torres del Paine and Lake Pehoé
- Grey Glacier by boat
- Patagonian estancias and gaucho culture
Day-by-day program
Chile Without Borders
Eighteen days to cross Chile from north to south and reach Easter Island, among the moai and one of the most isolated corners of the planet.
At a glance
Destination
Santiago, Atacama, Torres del Paine, Rapa Nui
Durations
18 days
Ideal period
November – March
Ideal for
Big journeys, celebration trips, explorers
Formula
Domestic flights + local guides in every region
Signature experiences
- Atacama desert and altiplanic lagoons
- Trekking in Torres del Paine
- Moai of Rano Raraku and Ahu Tongariki
- Polynesian culture of Rapa Nui
- Sunset at Ahu Tahai over the ocean
Day-by-day program
— Quick facts
Chile
Best season
October – April
Atacama
Visitable year-round
Flight duration
~17h with stopover
Ideal travellers
Couples, friends, nature lovers
Difficulty
Medium (altitude and trekking)
Travel style
Nature, landscapes, trekking
Experiences you'll live
Always included with Mauna
- Flights to and from Italy
- Carefully selected accommodations
- Car rental or transfers included
- Medical and baggage insurance
- Fully customizable itinerary
- Support before and during the journey
- Destination personally explored by our team
The activities described in the itinerary represent the experiences you can enjoy during the journey. Some may be optional and will always be clearly indicated. If the journey includes domestic flights, they are always included.
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