chili
Chile comes from the Quechua word chiri, meaning "cold" or "snow".
Stretching from Peru to the continent's Antarctic Peninsula, sandwiched between the Andes and the Pacific Ocean, Chile's singular geographical location makes it an attractive destination. This thin strip of land, stretching over 4,000 km, boasts a mosaic of grandiose landscapes, rich endemic wildlife and fascinating contrasts between modernity and tradition.
Travellers will start their tour by discovering the architectural heritage of Santiago or the famous Valparaiso, a World Heritage site. Then head for the country's great wine regions, visiting the renowned wineries and vineyards of the Colchagua Valley for an exhilarating journey across Chile, before reaching the Atacama Desert to observe a colorful landscape dotted with snow-capped volcanoes, altiplanic lagoons, steaming geysers and arid plains.
A stopover in the heart of the wide open spaces of Chilean Patagonia is a must, to sail at the foot of the Serrano and Balmaceda glaciers, hike in the heart of Torres de Paine Park and witness nature in its raw state.
To complete their journey, they will fly to the mysterious and remote Easter Island, made famous by the monolithic moais that occupy the island's green hills, witnesses to a vanished civilization whose reasons continue to intrigue scientists.
Whether it's a themed tour, a choice of modules for a tailor-made stay, or a combined discovery of South America, create your customers' customized trip to Chile according to their desires!
A trip to Chile also includes some exceptional hotels! Gaston-Sacaze shares with you a list of some of these hotels, rated for their exceptional service, unique design and spectacular surroundings.