Chile & Easter Island: A 13-Day Tailored Journey from Atacama to Rapa Nui

Arrive at Calama Airport where your private transfer will welcome you and bring you into the heart of the Atacama Desert. Settle into your boutique accommodation surrounded by volcanic landscapes and salt mountain ranges. The remainder of the day is yours to relax, acclimatise, and soak in the silence and vastness of one of the driest places in our world.

After breakfast, you visit the Valley of the Moon which offers a unique variety of landscapes. Moreover, you will find the most spectacular formations, enormous caverns filled with salt, the high sand dunes, which are constantly shifting in the wind. Then you continue to the oasis of Toconao, to visit the small church and the houses, streets and square made of white volcanic stone. You end up in the Atacama Salt Flat, where the endless white horizon seems to reflect the sky in an ethereal and surreal way.

In today’s schedule, you will experience the enormous canyons of Devil’s Throat and Cordillera de la Sal, surrounded by spectacular landscapes in the heart of the desert. Visit the high-altitude lagoons of the Andes where you will be able to see the glacial lakes of blue turquoise water in the midst of a very arid environment. End the day gazing at the clear skies of the area in a guided stargazing tour where you will be able to learn about the Cosmology and Astronomy of the area.

Before sunrise, journey to the El Tatio Geysers, where steam rises dramatically into the cold morning air, creating an otherworldly geothermal spectacle. Continue to the village of Machuca to observe traditional highland life before transferring to Calama for your flight to Santiago, where you will settle into the vibrant capital for the evening.

Fly south to Puerto Natales and continue into the heart of Chilean Patagonia. Arrive at your lodge surrounded by sweeping plains, glacial lakes and the dramatic silhouettes of the Paine Massif. Take time to relax and absorb the sense of remoteness and natural grandeur that defines this region.

Set out on a full-day guided adventure into Torres del Paine National Park. Sail across Lake Pehoé before beginning your trek toward the French Valley. Hike through lenga forests and glacial moraine landscapes, eventually reaching the French Lookout, where dramatic granite peaks form a vast natural amphitheatre.

Today’s iconic hike leads you through rivers, valleys and rugged terrain toward the Base of the Towers. As you ascend, the landscape transforms into dramatic alpine wilderness, culminating in breathtaking views of the three granite spires rising above a turquoise glacial lake.

Embark on a unique kayaking adventure across Grey Lake, paddling among floating icebergs and along the face of the immense Grey Glacier. The striking blue tones of the ice contrast beautifully with the surrounding mountains, offering an unforgettable perspective of Patagonia’s frozen landscapes.

Today, you will take a short flight back to Santiago. As opposed to the other destinations that you visited on this trip, in Santiago you can enjoy the more relaxed atmosphere of the city’s many cafes and restaurants, visit all the famous sites of interest or go to the famous metro mural at Universidad de Chile station. Santiago is the perfect place to relax and to get your strength back after the wilds of Patagonia. 

Fly across the Pacific Ocean to the remote Easter Island, one of the world’s most isolated inhabited places. Arrive in Hanga Roa and settle into your coastal accommodation overlooking the ocean. The island’s mystical atmosphere and iconic moai statues set the tone for your exploration ahead.

Begin your discovery of Rapa Nui with a guided hike to Mount Terevaka for panoramic island views. Continue to Anakena Beach, where white sands, palm trees and moai statues create a striking contrast. Explore ceremonial platforms and archaeological sites that reveal the island’s rich Polynesian heritage.

Explore the island by bicycle, visiting sites such as Ahu Akivi and passing through lush plantations and coastal landscapes. In the afternoon, enjoy snorkelling in crystal-clear waters, discovering vibrant marine life and coral formations unique to this remote Pacific island.

Enjoy a relaxed final morning on Rapa Nui, reflecting on your journey through its culture and landscapes. After breakfast, transfer to the airport for your flight back to Santiago, marking the end of your island exploration and your return to mainland Chile.