DESERT TO ICE, NORTH TO SOUTH
Luxury Chile Holidays from the UK
4,000 miles
OF COUNTRY
Atacama to
PATAGONIA
ATOL
PROTECTED
Why Chile
50+
HAND-VETTED RESORTS
The World's Most Improbable Country
Chile is the world's most improbable country — a ribbon of land 4,000 miles long, holding the driest desert on earth in the Atacama, the towers and glaciers of Patagonia in the south, vineyards and a buzzing capital in the middle, and remote Easter Island far out in the Pacific. Few countries offer such extremes in one trip.
At HighStreet Holidays we don't simply book Chile — we route its remarkable length: the desert, the wine country and Patagonia, linked by internal flights and timed to the season.
With access to a carefully vetted portfolio, from Atacama design lodges to Patagonian retreats, we build a Chile that spans its astonishing range from desert to ice.
Chile is geography showing off — driest desert, deepest south, all in one impossibly long country. The Atacama and Patagonia alone justify the journey.
Signature Experiences
Moments That Linger
Chile rewards the traveller who covers its extremes. These are the experiences our clients come home remembering.
The Atacama Desert
The driest desert on earth — salt flats, geysers, lagoons and some of the clearest night skies anywhere, explored from a design lodge in San Pedro.
Torres del Paine
The granite towers, glaciers and turquoise lakes of Patagonia's greatest national park — hiking, wildlife and dramatic mountain lodges.
Wine Country
The Colchagua and Casablanca valleys near Santiago — superb Carmenere and Sauvignon Blanc, vineyard lunches and elegant wine-country lodges.
Easter Island
The remote Pacific island and its enigmatic moai statues — one of the world's most extraordinary and isolated archaeological sites.
Santiago & Valparaiso
The Andes-backed capital and the colourful, bohemian port of Valparaiso — culture, food and street art on the central coast.
Lakes & Fjords
The volcanoes and lakes of the south and the wild fjords of Patagonia — for travellers with more time to explore Chile's green heart.
Featured Properties
Where You'll Stay
Every hotel, lodge and vessel we feature has been carefully vetted by our specialists — the addresses our clients return to, year after year.
Recommended Packages
Curated for Every Occasion
Every package includes return flights from your nearest UK airport (lowest fares ex-London), private transfers, daily breakfast and selected experiences — tailored by your specialist.
Most Popular
7 Nights
Chile: Santiago, Atacama & Patagonia
- Santiago arrival (SCL) - private transfer to hotel (~30 min)
- 1 night W Santiago (Las Condes design hotel)
- 3 nights Tierra Atacama Hotel & Spa (San Pedro de Atacama all-inclusive lodge)
- 3 nights Tierra Patagonia Hotel & Spa (Torres del Paine all-inclusive lodge)
- Bed & breakfast at W / All-inclusive at Tierra lodges (daily explorations included)
- Internal flights included | Return flights from London airports
Signature Journey
7 Nights
explora Chile: Atacama & Patagonia
- Santiago arrival - chauffeured private transfer
- 1 night The Singular Santiago (Lastarria boutique luxury)
- 3 nights explora Atacama all-inclusive (5* desert lodge, private guide+vehicle for couple)
- 3 nights explora Patagonia all-inclusive (5* Torres del Paine lodge)
- Half board (Singular) / Fully inclusive (explora lodges)
- Internal flights included | Return flights from London airports
Ultra Luxury
7 Nights
Awasi Chile: Atacama & Patagonia
- Santiago arrival - chauffeured private Mercedes transfer
- 1 night The Singular Santiago (Lastarria deluxe suite)
- 3 nights Awasi Atacama all-inclusive (only 12 villas, private 4x4 + guide per couple)
- 3 nights Awasi Patagonia all-inclusive (only 14 villas, private 4x4 + guide per couple)
- Half board (Singular) / Fully inclusive at Awasi (private guides choose itineraries daily)
- Internal flights included | Return flights from London airports, premium cabin upgrade available
Looking for something different? Enquire below or call us on 020 3322 7866 and we'll curate a Chile journey around you.
Best Time to Visit
When to Go
PATAGONIA SUMMER
November to March
The southern summer — the only practical window for Patagonia and Torres del Paine, with the longest days and the mildest weather. The peak season; book the lodges well ahead.
SPRING & AUTUMN
September-November & March-May
The most comfortable seasons for Santiago and the wine country — mild, with autumn colour in the vineyards and fewer crowds.
WINTER
June to August
Cool in the centre and south (Patagonia largely closes), but a fine time for skiing in the Andes near Santiago and for the desert north.
THE ATACAMA
Year-round
The desert north is rewarding all year, with warm days, cold nights and superb stargazing — simply pack layers whatever the season.
Sample Itinerary
An 11-Night Chile Journey
Every itinerary we create is bespoke — this is simply one way a perfect journey unfolds.
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DAY 1 — ARRIVAL
UK to Santiago
Your flight reaches Santiago via a hub. A transfer to your hotel and a first evening in the Andes-backed capital.
2
DAYS 2-3 — CAPITAL & WINE
Santiago & Colchagua
The capital, colourful Valparaiso and a day in the Colchagua wine country among the vineyards and the Andes.
3
DAYS 4-6 — THE DESERT
The Atacama
North to San Pedro de Atacama — salt flats, geysers, lagoons and the clearest of night skies, from a desert design lodge.
4
DAYS 7-10 — PATAGONIA
Torres del Paine
South to Patagonia for the towers, glaciers and lakes of Torres del Paine — hiking and wildlife from a dramatic mountain lodge.
5
DAY 11 — DEPARTURE
Homeward
Back via Santiago for your flight home — or extend to Easter Island or across to Argentina.
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Getting There
- No direct flights — around 15-17 hours via Sao Paulo, Madrid or a US hub
- Connections from major regional UK airports
- Internal flights link the desert, the capital and Patagonia
- Chile is 4-5 hours behind the UK
Entry Requirements
- UK passport holders: visa-free for stays of up to 90 days
- Passport valid for your stay
- Onward or return ticket
Health & Safety
- No vaccinations are legally required for entry from the UK
- Routine vaccinations should be up to date
- Good medical facilities in the main cities
- Comprehensive travel insurance is essential
Currency & Local Notes
- The currency is the Chilean Peso (CLP); cards and contactless are widely used, cash for remote areas
- The Atacama and Patagonia are remote, so we plan logistics carefully
- Tap water is generally safe in cities
- Tipping (10%) is customary