Central Chile

HIGHLIGHTS

CERRO SANTA LUCIA HILL | BELLAVISTA
ALEGRE & CONCEPCION HILLS
CHILEAN WINERIES | EL TATIO GEYSER
LOS FLAMENCOS NATIONAL RESERVE

DAY 1	Outbound international flight to Santiago. Stay: The Ritz-Carlton, Santiago (2 nights)
DAY 2	Santiago The fifth largest city in South America has an awful lot to offer: the highlights of which (and the ones that should definitely be on your list) being Cerro Santa Lucia Hill, the founding place of Santiago and the Bellavista district – a must for those who enjoy a more bohemian style of living – where over 50 shops and restaurants make this a great place to spend an evening.
DAY 3	Santiago to Valparaíso Private Car Transfer Time: 1 hour, 45 minutes \| Distance: 81 miles In 2003 Valparaíso ‘the Jewel of the Pacific’ was declared a World Heritage Site, due to its historical importance, natural beauty, original architecture and layout. Scattered with cafes, bars and restaurants, there are maritime museums galore and it’s one of the most creative cities in Latin America, with a thriving art scene (the city has embraced graffiti as an expression of art, so vibrant pieces adorn its walls). Stroll along the narrow streets, climb the endless staircases, ride the historic funicular elevators and enjoy panoramic views from the many lofty lookout points. Stay: Casa Higueras (1 night)
DAY 4	Valparaíso to Millahue, San Vicente Private Car Transfer Time: 3 hours \| Distance: 132 miles Stay: Viña Vik (2 nights)
DAY 5	Millahue One of South America’s (if not the world’s) most architecturally-innovative wineries, there’s an endless list of experiences to be found at Viña Vik. Enjoy wine-tastings in the VIK tasting room, take a tour of the winery, or explore the Colchagua Valley and beyond with a private guide, ride horseback through the vineyards and countryside, or try hiking and trekking or mountain-biking on 100 kilometres of vineyard roads.
DAY 6	Millahue to Atacama Desert Private Car Transfer Time: 3 hours \| Distance: 132 miles Stay: Awasi Atacama (4 nights)
DAYS 7-9	Atacama Desert Set in the town of San Pedro de Atacama, just a short distance from the historical centre, market, old church and square, Awasi Atacama puts you in prime position to experience the authentic day-t0-day life of the town as well as all the cultural and natural wonders of the Atacama Desert through its tailor-made, privately-guided 4x4 adventures.
DAY 10	Depart San Pedro de Atacama for your flight back to London Heathrow via Santiago.
PRICES	9 nights from £5,125 per person