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Chile Tours & Holidays

Chile holidays from the Atacama Desert to Torres del Paine — extraordinary landscapes, the world's clearest night skies and South America's most varied geography

  • Best timeNov–Mar (Patagonia); year-round (Atacama)
  • Time zoneCLT (UTC-4 mainland)
  • CurrencyChilean Peso (CLP)
  • LanguageSpanish (official) & English (tourist areas)
Overview

An introduction to Chile

Chile tours offer some of the most extreme and varied geography on Earth, stretching more than 4,000 kilometres between the Pacific Ocean and the Andes Mountains. In the north, the hyper-arid Atacama Desert — the driest non-polar desert on the planet — is reached via the spectacular 4,200m Jama Pass, leading to San Pedro de Atacama and a landscape of flamingo-filled lagoons, vast salt flats, the El Tatio Geysers, and the lunar scenery of Valle de la Luna.

Further south, Chile small group tours reveal the dramatic wilderness of Patagonia, including the iconic granite towers of Torres del Paine National Park, the Strait of Magellan, and the remote landscapes of Tierra del Fuego. Alongside these natural highlights, Chile’s culture blends Indigenous Andean traditions, Spanish colonial heritage, and modern Latin American identity — making our Chile holidays as rewarding culturally as they are visually.

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Chile

Our journeys

Tours in Chile

Small-group departures led by local experts, plus private tailor-made itineraries shaped around your interests, pace and dates.

Why visit

What makes Chile worth the journey

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A place apart

Geographic Extremes

Experience the world's driest desert and Patagonia's vast ice fields in a single country.

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Pure Night Skies

Stargaze under the clearest, darkest skies on the planet from the high Atacama.

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Iconic Patagonia Trekking

Hike Torres del Paine, one of the world's great wilderness regions.

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Cultural Depth

Discover a culture rooted in Indigenous Andean traditions and Spanish colonial heritage.

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Highlights

The moments that make Chile unforgettable

Jama Pass to San Pedro de Atacama

Cross the Andes at 4,200m and descend into the Atacama oasis of San Pedro at sunset.

El Tatio Geysers

Watch over 80 geysers erupt at dawn in the world's third-largest geothermal field.

Valle de la Luna

Marvel at the surreal "Valley of the Moon" with its salt formations, dunes and golden sunsets.

Salinas Grandes

Traverse a salt flat covering more than 30,000 acres beneath dazzling Altiplano skies.

Atacama Stargazing

Marvel at the clearest skies on earth in the world's most renowned astronomy destination.

Altiplano Lagoons

Spot flamingos feeding on mineral-rich lakes set against snow-capped volcanoes.

Torres del Paine National Park

Trek beneath the iconic granite towers that define Chilean Patagonia.

Strait of Magellan & Tierra del Fuego

Cross the historic waterway and venture into the remote wilderness at the tip of South America.

Chile rewards travellers who slow down — the best stories are found off the tour-bus route.

From the field

When to go

Picking the right season for your trip

The best time to visit Chile depends on the region. Patagonia is best visited during the Southern Hemisphere summer from November to March, when conditions allow for trekking in Torres del Paine — though Patagonia's wind is a year-round constant. The Atacama Desert in the north is virtually rainless and can be visited year-round; days are warm and sunny while nights at altitude are very cold, particularly between June and August. For stargazing in the Atacama, clear-sky nights are abundant throughout the year, and the high-altitude lagoons are at their most photogenic in the cool dry months.

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Looking to travel outside the typical windows? Our Chile tailor-made team can advise on the best time for you.

From the journal

Stories from the region

Dispatches, field notes and practical advice from our specialists.

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Voices from the road

What travellers say about us

Reviews from across our small-group programme. Independently rated 4.9 Excellent on AITO by 250+ travellers.

An amazing trip! We had the most amazing holiday — over two weeks we had a taste of the cities, the culture, the mountains, a safari, and time at the beach. Our driver/guide made the whole trip very relaxing, and we were welcomed warmly by everyone we met, enjoying fabulous food and drink along the way. Undiscovered Destinations planned a really amazing itinerary for us with great hotels, a fabulous guide/driver, and interesting places to visit — they took great care to ensure we had an excellent holiday. We look forward to booking another holiday with them in the future. Thank you, Mark!

Anna

This adventure was always going to be very full-on, which is how we like our trips. I didn't count on getting bronchitis and ending up in hospital, however. The itinerary was quickly amended to avoid high-altitude destinations as much as possible while still making sure we had a chance to enjoy interesting experiences. While obviously sad to have missed some of the original sites, the revised itinerary was the only sensible option under the circumstances. I was extremely impressed with how Undiscovered Destinations and their local team handled the situation — taking the stress out of it, smoothing the way, rearranging the itinerary and booking new hotels, translating for me with the medical staff, and making sure I always had transport, medicines and anything else I needed. Nothing was too much trouble, and they kept in touch with me, each other, and the insurance company throughout. I can't recommend them enough!

Grete

My wife and I had a wonderful tour with Undiscovered Destinations. We had a different guide at each stop, and all of them were friendly, cheerful and knowledgeable. The local people were welcoming, and we always felt safe and comfortable. The beaches were spectacularly beautiful and empty of people, with warm, clear water, and each stop had its own character — some we loved for their unspoiled scenery, others for their history and the warmth of the welcome. We took the opportunity to snorkel on one of the most pristine reefs we've experienced, swimming with sea turtles and enormous manta rays that came right up to us out of curiosity. A wonderful destination for nature lovers.

Frank

Excellent. Action packed. Our local agent was excellent, and a good choice by Undiscovered Destinations. Because there were only two of us on the holiday, we had different guides at each stop, each one making sure we were handed over safely. All manner of transport was used, and we appreciated the different guiding strategies, the wealth of information given, the high level of English, and the genuine wish to show off their country at its best. Excellent.

Cathy

Far exceeding my expectations, this was one of the best trips I've ever done. A beautiful destination, with interesting history, lively ceremonies, lovely people and — surprisingly, for somewhere that sees so few tourists — absolutely no hassle on the streets. Excellent service from start to finish, with a first-class tour leader.

Lynn

We had a two-week trip with Undiscovered Destinations, flying in for two days first to break up the journey. It was a great trip, because we managed to see so much more than just the capital cities. This was the fourth trip we've taken with Undiscovered Destinations, and each one has been wonderful. Our guides were lovely — very professional and helpful. We rate UD very highly.

Andy

We had a fabulous trip with an excellent local guide, who took great care of us and enthusiastically shared his knowledge of both ancient and recent history, with lots of fascinating personal stories of his own life. We highly recommend this trip — Undiscovered Destinations were great to work with, and we hope to use them again.

Jennie

Everything was great — we got to witness a wonderful variety of wildlife, and thoroughly enjoyed the scenery and the hospitality of the people. A fabulous trip from start to finish.

Debbie

Excellent all-round trip. Drivers were conscientious and careful, accommodation was better than expected, and the scenery was stunning throughout.

Alexis

Fabulous, unusual destination, and great people. A private tour of somewhere little-visited, with great service from start to finish and excellent knowledge and advice from Undiscovered Destinations throughout.

Steve

An amazing trip! We had the most amazing holiday — over two weeks we had a taste of the cities, the culture, the mountains, a safari, and time at the beach. Our driver/guide made the whole trip very relaxing, and we were welcomed warmly by everyone we met, enjoying fabulous food and drink along the way. Undiscovered Destinations planned a really amazing itinerary for us with great hotels, a fabulous guide/driver, and interesting places to visit — they took great care to ensure we had an excellent holiday. We look forward to booking another holiday with them in the future. Thank you, Mark!

Anna

This adventure was always going to be very full-on, which is how we like our trips. I didn't count on getting bronchitis and ending up in hospital, however. The itinerary was quickly amended to avoid high-altitude destinations as much as possible while still making sure we had a chance to enjoy interesting experiences. While obviously sad to have missed some of the original sites, the revised itinerary was the only sensible option under the circumstances. I was extremely impressed with how Undiscovered Destinations and their local team handled the situation — taking the stress out of it, smoothing the way, rearranging the itinerary and booking new hotels, translating for me with the medical staff, and making sure I always had transport, medicines and anything else I needed. Nothing was too much trouble, and they kept in touch with me, each other, and the insurance company throughout. I can't recommend them enough!

Grete

My wife and I had a wonderful tour with Undiscovered Destinations. We had a different guide at each stop, and all of them were friendly, cheerful and knowledgeable. The local people were welcoming, and we always felt safe and comfortable. The beaches were spectacularly beautiful and empty of people, with warm, clear water, and each stop had its own character — some we loved for their unspoiled scenery, others for their history and the warmth of the welcome. We took the opportunity to snorkel on one of the most pristine reefs we've experienced, swimming with sea turtles and enormous manta rays that came right up to us out of curiosity. A wonderful destination for nature lovers.

Frank

Excellent. Action packed. Our local agent was excellent, and a good choice by Undiscovered Destinations. Because there were only two of us on the holiday, we had different guides at each stop, each one making sure we were handed over safely. All manner of transport was used, and we appreciated the different guiding strategies, the wealth of information given, the high level of English, and the genuine wish to show off their country at its best. Excellent.

Cathy

Far exceeding my expectations, this was one of the best trips I've ever done. A beautiful destination, with interesting history, lively ceremonies, lovely people and — surprisingly, for somewhere that sees so few tourists — absolutely no hassle on the streets. Excellent service from start to finish, with a first-class tour leader.

Lynn

We had a two-week trip with Undiscovered Destinations, flying in for two days first to break up the journey. It was a great trip, because we managed to see so much more than just the capital cities. This was the fourth trip we've taken with Undiscovered Destinations, and each one has been wonderful. Our guides were lovely — very professional and helpful. We rate UD very highly.

Andy

We had a fabulous trip with an excellent local guide, who took great care of us and enthusiastically shared his knowledge of both ancient and recent history, with lots of fascinating personal stories of his own life. We highly recommend this trip — Undiscovered Destinations were great to work with, and we hope to use them again.

Jennie

Everything was great — we got to witness a wonderful variety of wildlife, and thoroughly enjoyed the scenery and the hospitality of the people. A fabulous trip from start to finish.

Debbie

Excellent all-round trip. Drivers were conscientious and careful, accommodation was better than expected, and the scenery was stunning throughout.

Alexis

Fabulous, unusual destination, and great people. A private tour of somewhere little-visited, with great service from start to finish and excellent knowledge and advice from Undiscovered Destinations throughout.

Steve

Can’t find the right fit?

Every one of our Chile journeys can be rebuilt around your dates, pace and interests — or we’ll design something entirely new.

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Tailor-made journeys

Didn’t find your perfect Chile trip?

We’ll build one around you.

Chile's vast geography makes tailor-made travel particularly rewarding. A bespoke Chile holiday lets you combine the Atacama Desert — its geysers, salt flats and dark skies — with Patagonia's glaciers and the granite towers of Torres del Paine, at your own pace and with your chosen level of comfort. Whether you're a stargazer drawn to San Pedro de Atacama, a trekker bound for Torres del Paine, or an explorer seeking the very tip of South America in Tierra del Fuego, our team will design every detail around your interests. Multi-country itineraries linking Chile with Argentina or Bolivia's Uyuni Salt Flats can also be organised for a deeper South American adventure.

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Your pace
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Private guides, rare access

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Planning a trip to Chile?

  • Chile is famous for the Atacama Desert (the world's driest), Torres del Paine in Patagonia, the El Tatio Geysers, Easter Island, world-class wine, and some of the clearest night skies on earth for stargazing.

Before you go

Essential information

Shared across all tours that visit this destination. Read alongside your individual tour dossier for trip-specific details.

Foreign Office travel advice

Before travelling, consult the latest UK FCDO advice at gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/chile. Chile is generally very safe for travellers; standard precautions against petty crime apply in larger cities. US travellers should check travel.state.gov for current guidance.

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