Cities, Moonscapes & Mystic Easter Island

It's time to explore Chile’s diverse landscapes, cultures and breathtaking natural beauty. Arrive* at your canadian departure airport ready to check-in for an overnight flight to Santiago, Chile. Night on board.*If either your outbound or inbound flights depart in the early hours (before 4:00 a.m.) you must arrive at the airport the night before the indicated departure day.

Arrival at the airport in the Chilean capital of Santiago. Transfer to the hotel, check-in and, depending on your time of arrival, enjoy the rest of the day at your leisure. Why not familiarize yourself with this vibrant and cosmopolitan city, sample the local cuisine or enjoy cocktails in the trendy neighborhood of Bellavista. Overnight stay in Santiago.

Breakfast at the hotel. Start your adventure by taking part in a guided city tour —everything from the “Sanhattan” skyscrapers to the old-world colonial architecture in a captivating fusion of old meets new.Begin the tour at the hotel. Walk down the city’s main avenue, visit the cobblestoned streets of Lastarría, known for its colonial mansions, get lost in the beauty of Santa Lucia Hill and stop by a panoramic viewpoint to gaze across Santiago and learn more about the city's history. From there, head over to the Plaza de Armas, home to the Cathedral of Santiago (the former national congress), the imposing government house La Moneda and the Plaza de la Constitución.Finally, stop by a Lapis Lazuli store where you can purchase one-of-a-kind jewelry and unique handicrafts to take back home with you. Transfer to your hotel and overnight stay in Santiago de Chile.

Breakfast at the hotel. Breakfast at the hotel. At the indicated time, we will transfer to the airport for a flight to Calama. From there, we will take a car ride of approximately 2 hours to San Pedro de Atacama. Once in San Pedro de Atacama, we will take you to the hotel for check-in, and then you will have the afternoon free to explore at your own pace or enjoy a well-deserved rest and the surroundings. Overnight stay in San Pedro de Atacama.

Breakfast at the hotel. Enjoy today at your leisure. Take this time to relax and explore at your own pace. In the afternoon visit the Valley of the Moon, so named due to its resemblance to it. The Salt mountain range is the best place to watch the sunset, with its Mars and Moon Valleys, a product of the mineralogical folding that at sunset resemble a lunar landscape, part of the Los Flamencos National Reserve. Enjoy its extravagant shapes and fascinating surroundings. As the afternoon passes, enter the valley to enjoy one of the best views of the Andes Mountains and its volcanoes. Finally, at sunset, watch as the golden and red tones spread across the spectacular landscape, an unforgettable sight to behold.If you want to discover more of the area, we recommend taking part in our optional full-day excursion to Tatio Geysers and the village of Machuca*. Overnight stay in San Pedro de Atacama.*Optional excursion to Tatio Geysers and Machuca village: Embark on an exciting journey to beautiful Altiplano, early in the morning, to get a glimpse of the immaculate sunrise over the geothermal field of the Tatio Geysers where 70 fumaroles emerge from the ground in jets of steam and water. Later, take a stroll through the village of Machuca, home to traditional straw houses and artisans selling Andean crafts and delicacies.

Breakfast at the hotel. Today is free to enjoy at your leisure. Take in the dramatic landscapes and move around at your own pace. For a more indepth discovery of the area, we recommend taking part in a full-day optional excursion to the Altiplanic Lagoons*. Overnight stay in San Pedro de Atacama.*Optional Excursion to Altiplanic Lagoons: Discover Miscanti and Miniques, lagoons surrounded by volcanoes, and the magnificent Salar de Aguas calientes, famously known for its red stones. Later, head to Chaxa Lagoon and the Andean town of Toconao where you can feast your eyes on a variety of exotic wildlife including flamingos. Lunch included.

Breakfast at the hotel. At the indicated time, transfer to Calama airport for your return flight to Santiago. Once arrived, transfer to your hotel for check-in. The rest of the day is yours to relax and spend it as you see fit. Overnight stay in Santiago.

Breakfast at the hotel. At the agreed time, transfer to Santiago Airport for the next part of your adventure! Arrive at the magical Easter Island, and be met by a representative who will assist with your transfer to the hotel. After check-in, we recommend an optional excursion to Ahu Akivi*. Overnight stay on Easter Island.*Optional Ahu Akivi excursion: Visit Ahu Tahai, which features three restored platforms and is notable for being the only place with a moai that has eyes made of white coral. Then, continue to Ahu Akivi, an impressive archaeological site where you can see seven moais facing the sea, an unusual and fascinating detail. Afterward, head to Puna Pau, the crater of a volcano where the "Pukao," or moai hats, were carved, and learn about their significance and the crafting process.

Breakfast at the hotel. Today, we embark on a full-day tour of this magical island, following the footsteps of the island's first king, Ariki Hotu Matua. We’ll visit several archeological sites, starting with Akahanga, Rano Raraku, and Ahu Tongariki, which are central to Rapa Nui culture, before breaking for lunch.Next, we’ll explore Vaihu, an interpretative Rapa Nui village featuring traditional houses, ovens, and chicken coops from ancient times. We’ll then visit Ahu Akahanga, which has a platform with 12 moai statues and an unrestored village. Continuing on, we’ll head to Ahu Tongariki, renowned for its 15 restored moai statues. At the Rano Raraku volcano, we’ll hike for an hour to see over 400 moai in various stages of carving, learning about their history and feeling the energy of the place. The tour will conclude at Anakena Beach, believed to be where the first king of Easter Island landed. Enjoy free time to relax on the white sand and swim in the clear water. Overnight stay on Easter Island.

Breakfast at the hotel. In the morning, we will visit Ahu Vinapu to see the Ahu Tahira wall, which resembles Incan walls, and a red scoria moai that might represent a two-headed woman. Next, we’ll climb to Volcano Rano Kau, home to the island's largest and most beautiful crater, offering stunning views that make you feel at the center of the world. At the ceremonial village of Orongo, we’ll explore the Birdman Competition, a tradition lasting until 1864, where participants would travel to the islet of Motu Nui in search of the Manutara bird’s egg to be declared leaders. Back in town, enjoy a beautiful sunset either in front of Ahu Tahai or by the sea. Overnight stay on Easter Island.

Breakfast at the hotel. Sadly, it’s time to bid farewell to the incredible Easter Island. At the agreed time, the transfer will take you to the airport to board your flight back to the capital. Overnight stay in Santiago.

Breakfast at the hotel*. It’s time to wrap up your Chilean adventure. At the indicated time, transfer to the airport to board a flight back home to Canada.*Depending on the time of your departure flight you might not be able to enjoy breakfast this morning.