6-Nights Patagonia In-Style from $6,299

Itinerary Details

Day 1: Welcome to Santiago, Chile

On arrival, you'll be warmly greeted and escorted to your hotel. This afternoon, you'll join our engaging native-born guide for a private walking tour of the capital, beginning with Colonial-era landmarks like La Moneda Palace. Continue through the lively streets of downtown to the Plaza de Armas to see the Cathedral and City Hall. Discover some of Santiago's loveliest and most avant-garde districts and take a short stroll through Parque Forestal, a lovely riverside park. Refresh in a local café with an ice cream or cup of coffee and then visit La Chascona, the former home of Pablo Neruda; hailed as South America's greatest poet, Mr. Neruda won the Nobel Prize for literature in 1971. End your day atop San Cristobal Hill for spectacular views over the city.

Day 2: Tailor your Stay in Santiago

Personalize your stay in Santiago with the private excursion that suits your personal interests. Cooking with a local chef: Join a local chef in his private home as you prepare lunch or dinner together, and exchange stories over a lovely meal with wine. Roundtrip transfers are included. Santa Rita Winery and Maipo Valley (half-day): Head to the foothills of the Andes, where the Maipo Valley's excellent soil and climate nurture over 200 wineries. Our destination is the Santa Rita Vineyard, world-renowned for its high quality wines as well as its long history. Founded in 1880, the original mansion stands surrounded by 100 acres of beautiful landscapes and gardens. Our visit includes a tour of the winery as well as a wine-tasting. Santiago Art tour (half-day): Join an expert art specialist to visit local artists' ateliers (studios) to meet the artists and see their artwork and inspiration. Bike Tour of Santiago Parks (half-day): Traveling to Santiago's beautiful green space, this guided bike tour will show you Santiago's history, politics and sites from a different perspective on two wheels. Valparaiso and Casa de Bosque wine (full day): Travel to Valparaiso, an historic port and university town nestled between the mountains and sea. Encompassing both the historic Old Town and newer areas of Valparaiso, your tour includes Plaza de la Victoria with its lovely Neptune Fountain and the bustling harborside wharves. La Sebastiana, Pablo Neruda's home, will be visited if open. Head to the Casablanca Valley to visit the family-run winery, Casa del Bosque. The region is well known for its premium wines due to its highly favorable growing conditions, and your visit reveals the history and production of the estate's excellent vintages. Enjoy wine-tastings and lunch accompanied by their fine wine. Return to your hotel in Santiago where the evening is yours to dine, relax and enjoy as you wish.

Day 3: Onward to Patagonia

Fly to Puerto Natales, where you'll be met for an unforgettable overland journey to your lodge. Your stay includes many uniquely planned expeditions, from easy to active. The lodge's experienced guides and naturalists will present the included explorations that will be offered during your stay based upon weather and terrain conditions. Considering your personal interests and physical ability, you can select from a variety of full- and half-day guided excursions. Options include leisurely hikes through the expansive Patagonian steppe and Magellanic forest, explorations of ancient caves adorned with prehistoric cave paintings and megafauna fossils, and exhilarating treks to stunning destinations such as the French Valley and Ferrier Lookout. For an additional cost, you can arrange fishing, boating on Lago Grey, or a visit to a local estancia. Meals B+D.

Day 4: Adventures in Patagonia

Explore Patagonia's soaring landscapes and pristine waterways with our lodge's expert guides and naturalists. You might venture deep within Torres del Paine National Park or join an exclusive activity closer to your lodge. Each evening, the lodge staff will present the excursions to be offered the next day. They're led by their superb naturalists, so you'll learn much about Patagonia's geology, flora and fauna. At the end of each thrilling day, you might relax at the bar with a Pisco Sour or a glass of fine Chilean wine. Meals B+L+D

Day 5: Another Day in Patagonia

Arise once again to the breathtaking natural scenery that surrounds your lodge. Breathe in the pristine air and sit down to a hearty breakfast. Then embark on the naturalist guided expedition - perhaps an easy hike or a more challenging full-day trek deeper into these remote landscapes. End your day on a high-note, admiring the lake and mountain views from your private terrace. Then join your fellow guests for another congenial dinner in the restaurant. Meals B+L+D

Day 6: Magnificent Patagonia

Each day's exploration can take you into a new direction depending on the weather and terrain. Wherever you go, the magnificent beautiful of Torres del Paine National Park and its surroundings will inspire and delight you. Meals B+L+D

Day 7: Back to Santiago

After a final breakfast at Patagonia Camp, enjoy the scenic return journey to Punta Arenas for your included flight to Santiago. Our tour services end with your arrival in the capital. Meals B