DAY 1: OVERNIGHT FLIGHT: Depart from the USA.
DAY 2: SANTIAGO: Arrive Santiago. Welcome to a city that enjoys a sort of blissful craziness. Santiago’s colonial past collides peacefully with the modern world. The Latin and European cultures blend in perfect harmony. Hope you are hungry. Chileans eat up to four meals a day. Leave your luggage at your hotel and then enjoy a typical light breakfast of fine breads with bold South American coffee or sweet tea. These streets are made for walkin’, and that’s just what you’ll do, your adventure starts now! Explore the neoclassical Moneda Palace, built in the 18th century and the current seat of Government; the Plaza de Armas, or Main Square, with its imposing Cathedral; the Museum of National History; and the Central Post Office. Stroll along the Parque Forestal and experience flashbacks of the Champs-Elysees in Paris. Climb the Santa Lucia Hill, where the city of Santiago was founded in 1541. Throughout your day, enjoy your second, third and, yes, fourth meals! Mouthwatering BBQ, Shellfish, stews and El Completo – “Hot Dog with the works!”
DAY 3: SANTIAGO/PUNTA ARENAS: Hop on a plane to exotic Punta Arenas on the Strait of Magellan. Circa 1520, this dangerous waterway was the main link between the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans. Luckily, the invention of frequent flyer miles made life a whole lot easier. They say that America is a melting pot, but Punta Arenas gives the USA a run for its money on a much smaller scale. The population of the city is a mere 120,000 and is an eclectic mix of the cultural influences of Native South Americans and the immigrants from Spain, Italy, Germany, and the United Kingdom. Every society has a “silent majority” and Punta Arenas is no exception. The penguin population is a whopping 100,000! Brave the waters of the Strait of Magellan to Magdalena Island and spend some quality time with the little birds who waddle around in nature’s tuxedos. Hang around long enough and you might be invited to their exclusive dinner party! (We hope you like raw fish that is NOT sushi!)
DAY 4: PUNTA ARENAS/PUERTO NATALES: Prepare yourself for another day of adventure in Chile as you board a motor coach and head through the countryside to Puerto Natales, a beachside town on the Patagonian steppe, boasting spectacular views of glacier-capped peaks in the distance. Explore the colorful architecture and natural landscapes of the former modest fishing port. Make your way to the top of Cerro Dorotea for striking views of the city and Ultima Esperanza Fjord.
DAY 5: PUERTO NATALES: Get ready for a day that you have only read about! Jump headlong into the National Park Torres del Paine and Biosphere Reserve. Hike through forests that have scarcely known the footprints of humans. Feel the mist of waterfalls that beg you to wash away your cares in their cascading flow (shampoo is extra). This tropical paradise is only the opening act. As you gaze skyward up, be in awe of the snow-capped Campo de Hielo Sur, and the Southern Ice Field. These moments leave you breathless!
DAY 6: FLIGHT HOME: Depart Puerto Natales. Arrive in Santiago. Depart Santiago and later that day arrive home in the USA. Welcome home!
DAY 1: OVERNIGHT FLIGHT: Depart from the USA.
DAY 2: SANTIAGO: Arrive Santiago. Welcome to a city that enjoys a sort of blissful craziness. Santiago’s colonial past collides peacefully with the modern world. The Latin and European cultures blend in perfect harmony. Hope you are hungry. Chileans eat up to four meals a day. Leave your luggage at your hotel and then enjoy a typical light breakfast of fine breads with bold South American coffee or sweet tea. These streets are made for walkin’, and that’s just what you’ll do, your adventure starts now! Explore the neoclassical Moneda Palace, built in the 18th century and the current seat of Government; the Plaza de Armas, or Main Square, with its imposing Cathedral; the Museum of National History; and the Central Post Office. Stroll along the Parque Forestal and experience flashbacks of the Champs-Elysees in Paris. Climb the Santa Lucia Hill, where the city of Santiago was founded in 1541. Throughout your day, enjoy your second, third and, yes, fourth meals! Mouthwatering BBQ, Shellfish, stews and El Completo – “Hot Dog with the works!”
DAY 3: SANTIAGO/PUNTA ARENAS: Hop on a plane to exotic Punta Arenas on the Strait of Magellan. Circa 1520, this dangerous waterway was the main link between the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans. Luckily, the invention of frequent flyer miles made life a whole lot easier. They say that America is a melting pot, but Punta Arenas gives the USA a run for its money on a much smaller scale. The population of the city is a mere 120,000 and is an eclectic mix of the cultural influences of Native South Americans and the immigrants from Spain, Italy, Germany, and the United Kingdom. Every society has a “silent majority” and Punta Arenas is no exception. The penguin population is a whopping 100,000! Brave the waters of the Strait of Magellan to Magdalena Island and spend some quality time with the little birds who waddle around in nature’s tuxedos. Hang around long enough and you might be invited to their exclusive dinner party! (We hope you like raw fish that is NOT sushi!)
DAY 4: PUNTA ARENAS/PUERTO NATALES: Prepare yourself for another day of adventure in Chile as you board a motor coach and head through the countryside to Puerto Natales, a beachside town on the Patagonian steppe, boasting spectacular views of glacier-capped peaks in the distance. Explore the colorful architecture and natural landscapes of the former modest fishing port. Make your way to the top of Cerro Dorotea for striking views of the city and Ultima Esperanza Fjord.
DAY 5: PUERTO NATALES: Get ready for a day that you have only read about! Jump headlong into the National Park Torres del Paine and Biosphere Reserve. Hike through forests that have scarcely known the footprints of humans. Feel the mist of waterfalls that beg you to wash away your cares in their cascading flow (shampoo is extra). This tropical paradise is only the opening act. As you gaze skyward up, be in awe of the snow-capped Campo de Hielo Sur, and the Southern Ice Field. These moments leave you breathless!
DAY 6: FLIGHT HOME: Depart Puerto Natales. Arrive in Santiago. Depart Santiago and later that day arrive home in the USA. Welcome home!
DAY 1: OVERNIGHT FLIGHT: Depart from the USA.
DAY 2: SANTIAGO: Arrive Santiago. Welcome to a city that enjoys a sort of blissful craziness. Santiago’s colonial past collides peacefully with the modern world. The Latin and European cultures blend in perfect harmony. Hope you are hungry. Chileans eat up to four meals a day. Leave your luggage at your hotel and then enjoy a typical light breakfast of fine breads with bold South American coffee or sweet tea. These streets are made for walkin’, and that’s just what you’ll do, your adventure starts now! Explore the neoclassical Moneda Palace, built in the 18th century and the current seat of Government; the Plaza de Armas, or Main Square, with its imposing Cathedral; the Museum of National History; and the Central Post Office. Stroll along the Parque Forestal and experience flashbacks of the Champs-Elysees in Paris. Climb the Santa Lucia Hill, where the city of Santiago was founded in 1541. Throughout your day, enjoy your second, third and, yes, fourth meals! Mouthwatering BBQ, Shellfish, stews and El Completo – “Hot Dog with the works!”
DAY 3: SANTIAGO/PUNTA ARENAS: Hop on a plane to exotic Punta Arenas on the Strait of Magellan. Circa 1520, this dangerous waterway was the main link between the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans. Luckily, the invention of frequent flyer miles made life a whole lot easier. They say that America is a melting pot, but Punta Arenas gives the USA a run for its money on a much smaller scale. The population of the city is a mere 120,000 and is an eclectic mix of the cultural influences of Native South Americans and the immigrants from Spain, Italy, Germany, and the United Kingdom. Every society has a “silent majority” and Punta Arenas is no exception. The penguin population is a whopping 100,000! Brave the waters of the Strait of Magellan to Magdalena Island and spend some quality time with the little birds who waddle around in nature’s tuxedos. Hang around long enough and you might be invited to their exclusive dinner party! (We hope you like raw fish that is NOT sushi!)
DAY 4: PUNTA ARENAS/PUERTO NATALES: Prepare yourself for another day of adventure in Chile as you board a motor coach and head through the countryside to Puerto Natales, a beachside town on the Patagonian steppe, boasting spectacular views of glacier-capped peaks in the distance. Explore the colorful architecture and natural landscapes of the former modest fishing port. Make your way to the top of Cerro Dorotea for striking views of the city and Ultima Esperanza Fjord.
DAY 5: PUERTO NATALES: Get ready for a day that you have only read about! Jump headlong into the National Park Torres del Paine and Biosphere Reserve. Hike through forests that have scarcely known the footprints of humans. Feel the mist of waterfalls that beg you to wash away your cares in their cascading flow (shampoo is extra). This tropical paradise is only the opening act. As you gaze skyward up, be in awe of the snow-capped Campo de Hielo Sur, and the Southern Ice Field. These moments leave you breathless!
DAY 6: FLIGHT HOME: Depart Puerto Natales. Arrive in Santiago. Depart Santiago and later that day arrive home in the USA. Welcome home!
DAY 1: OVERNIGHT FLIGHT: Depart from the USA.
DAY 2: SANTIAGO: Arrive Santiago. Welcome to a city that enjoys a sort of blissful craziness. Santiago’s colonial past collides peacefully with the modern world. The Latin and European cultures blend in perfect harmony. Hope you are hungry. Chileans eat up to four meals a day. Leave your luggage at your hotel and then enjoy a typical light breakfast of fine breads with bold South American coffee or sweet tea. These streets are made for walkin’, and that’s just what you’ll do, your adventure starts now! Explore the neoclassical Moneda Palace, built in the 18th century and the current seat of Government; the Plaza de Armas, or Main Square, with its imposing Cathedral; the Museum of National History; and the Central Post Office. Stroll along the Parque Forestal and experience flashbacks of the Champs-Elysees in Paris. Climb the Santa Lucia Hill, where the city of Santiago was founded in 1541. Throughout your day, enjoy your second, third and, yes, fourth meals! Mouthwatering BBQ, Shellfish, stews and El Completo – “Hot Dog with the works!”
DAY 3: SANTIAGO/PUNTA ARENAS: Hop on a plane to exotic Punta Arenas on the Strait of Magellan. Circa 1520, this dangerous waterway was the main link between the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans. Luckily, the invention of frequent flyer miles made life a whole lot easier. They say that America is a melting pot, but Punta Arenas gives the USA a run for its money on a much smaller scale. The population of the city is a mere 120,000 and is an eclectic mix of the cultural influences of Native South Americans and the immigrants from Spain, Italy, Germany, and the United Kingdom. Every society has a “silent majority” and Punta Arenas is no exception. The penguin population is a whopping 100,000! Brave the waters of the Strait of Magellan to Magdalena Island and spend some quality time with the little birds who waddle around in nature’s tuxedos. Hang around long enough and you might be invited to their exclusive dinner party! (We hope you like raw fish that is NOT sushi!)
DAY 4: PUNTA ARENAS/PUERTO NATALES: Prepare yourself for another day of adventure in Chile as you board a motor coach and head through the countryside to Puerto Natales, a beachside town on the Patagonian steppe, boasting spectacular views of glacier-capped peaks in the distance. Explore the colorful architecture and natural landscapes of the former modest fishing port. Make your way to the top of Cerro Dorotea for striking views of the city and Ultima Esperanza Fjord.
DAY 5: PUERTO NATALES: Get ready for a day that you have only read about! Jump headlong into the National Park Torres del Paine and Biosphere Reserve. Hike through forests that have scarcely known the footprints of humans. Feel the mist of waterfalls that beg you to wash away your cares in their cascading flow (shampoo is extra). This tropical paradise is only the opening act. As you gaze skyward up, be in awe of the snow-capped Campo de Hielo Sur, and the Southern Ice Field. These moments leave you breathless!
DAY 6: FLIGHT HOME: Depart Puerto Natales. Arrive in Santiago. Depart Santiago and later that day arrive home in the USA. Welcome home!
Country Description
Atlantic and Pacific, Old World and New World, past and present, visiting Chile will be like stepping off of the plan and onto the crossroads of the world. Step back 200 years as you walk the hallways of the historic Metropolitan Cathedral and Moneda Palace in Santiago. Stroll through the Parque Forestal and explore the Museum of Modern Art, home to some of the world’s most exciting modern artwork…Along the way, sample the local cuisine that brings together the cooking styles of the several European and South American cultures. After the bustling sights and sounds of Santiago, experience a variety of Chile’s natural wonders, from the glaciers of Patagonia to the other-worldly Strait of Magellan. The Atlantic and Pacific come together in one of the most dangerous but historically significant waterways in the world. Walk along the coastline and say “Hello” to the locals!
Chile features one of the most successful and stable economies in all of South America. Natural resources provide one of the most important sources of revenue for the country – especially with regards to its mining sector – with Codelco, a state-owned mining company, serving as the world’s largest copper producer. In addition to mining, Chile generates considerable revenue from agriculture, perhaps most famously from its thriving and very highly-rewarded wine industry, Perhaps most intriguingly, the country is a world leader in the growing field of aquaculture.
TourBitz – Travel Tidbits for your International Adventure!
Official Name: The Republic of Chile
Capital: Santiago
Language(s): Spanish
Major Industries: Chile is luckier than most of its South American neighbors and enjoy reputation of being one of the continent’s most stable and prosperous nations. One third of the world’s copper comes from Chile’s mining industry and the country is considered the “Saudi Arabia of lithium.” So, next time you pick up a lucky penny or use your cell phone think of Chile!
Currency: Chilean Peso
Population: est. 18 million
Fun TourBitz: Not really fun, but interesting all the same. The collapse of Copiapó copper and gold mine in August of 2010 resulted in 33 miners being trapped 2,300 feet below the Earth’s surface. The Chilean government was able to rescue all of the miners with the help of NASA, the American space agency.