A Honeymoon in Chile
Chile promises an epic honeymoon thanks to the wildly different landscapes encompassed within its borders: to its north the Atacama Desert, the driest desert in the world, and to its south Patagonia, which features spectacular mountains, glaciers, and crystalline blue lakes. On the long trip down this slender land, one can also find the capital city of Santiago with its striking mountain views.
July 22 - 25 | Atacama Desert (3 nights)
July 25 - 26 | Santiago (1 night)
July 26 - 28 | Chilean Winelands (2 nights)
July 28 - 31 | Lake District (3 nights)
Marking the beginning of summer in the southern hemisphere, December is the best month to visit Chile. In Santiago and the Atacama Desert, you'll enjoy sunny days with temperatures around 60°F. In the evenings, temperatures can get down to 40°F and even lower in the desert, so a sweater and jacket are recommended! The probability of precipitation in Santiago declines slightly from 19% to 15% throughout the month.
In the Lake District, temperatures are about the same, but more stable. The typical range during the month of December is a high of 58°F and low of 46°F.
For any questions, concerns, or quick changes to the itinerary on the trip, the team at each hotel will be on hand to assist. Otherwise, you may reach out via call or text to your Travel Curator.
- Tierra Atacama: +56 2 6469 0518
- The Singular Santiago: +56 2 2306 8800
- andBeyond Vira Vira: +56 45 237 4000
- Your scenset Travel Curator: will be provided
Besides your usual essentials, the below will surely come in handy as you navigate the different terrains of Chile!
- Windproof jacket
- Walking/hiking shoes (not new!)
- Hat for protection from the sun and wind
- Interior/base layer: inner and outer layer of socks
- Insulating/intermediate layer: fleece or thermal jacket
- Exterior/protective layer: windbreaker or raincoat, wind or rain pants
- Hiking shoes, ideally water-resistant and with ankle support
- Gloves, a beanie, and sweater for early morning hours, and late evening
- Sun hat, lip balm, and sunglasses with UV filter
- Water bottle
- Swimsuit, for the pools and saunas
- Binoculars for wildlife-watching and camera equipment for capturing your surroundings (if you have them)
- Day-pack for excursions
- Power adapter – type C and L, which means 2 (like in Europe) or 3 round pins. 220V voltage.
- You don't need a tourist visa for Chile.
- Fully vaccinated travelers must present a valid vaccination certificate showing they received a full course of vaccination to enter Chile.
- Fully vaccinated travelers don’t need proof of a negative COVID-19 test result before traveling to Chile.
- You may read more about the above here.
- Restaurants: 10-15%
- Guides: will be provided per day
- Drivers: will be provided per day
- Hotels | Housekeeping: will be provided per day
- Hotels | Porters: will be provided per bag
Upon arrival, you will be greeted at the airport and transferred to your hotel near San Pedro de Atacama, in the Atacama Desert (approx. 1.5 hour transfer).
If you have any trouble finding your driver, please call the hotel at will be provided or will be provided.
This isn’t a different planet, although no one would blame you for believing that since the landscapes of northern Chile’s Atacama Desert look like nothing from this world. Martian-red mountains and lunar salt flats dominate the arid terrain, where life thrives despite the extreme conditions (just look at ancestral settlements or grazing flamingos). But you’ll truly feel in the cosmos come nighttime when the sky lights up with far-off stars and galaxies.
Escape to a world of clear night skies, high altitude lagoons and moon-like valleys at Tierra Atacama. High in the northern desert of Chile, Tierra Atacama lodge encapsulates exquisite design, authentic experiences and an intimate, home-away-from-home atmosphere, where a sense of both adventure travel and pure relaxation lingers in the air. The essence of this unforgettable desert landscape is at the heart of Tierra Atacama. The property was designed by some of Chile’s most renowned architects, with regional sensibilities, eco-friendly design and boutique comforts firmly in mind.
Tierra Atacama | Poniente Room
- Confirmation Number: will be provided
- Inclusions: Transfer from and to Calama airport, American breakfast, lunch and dinner, Open bar: mineral water, sodas, juices, house wine and liquors, Daily two half-day excursions or one full-day excursion in small groups with other guests, Use of pools, sauna and jacuzzi, Free Wi-Fi.
During your stay in the Atacama Desert, your personal guide will design your itinerary with you to help you see the best of the otherworldly landscape around you.
You may check out all of the activities on offer at Tierra Atacama here.
Venture off by bike to cross different terrains in search of stunning vistas over the desert or relaxing lagoons to swim in.
Head out on an epic hike to see some of the diverse and postcard worthy landscapes of the Atacama.
Explore in comfort from a van as you venture off to discover scenes such as the salt flats or Tatio geysers.
This morning after breakfast and check-out, meet your driver in the hotel lobby for your transfer to the airport in Calama for your flight back to Santiago.
Meeting Time: Approx. 7:30am
The exact departure time will be reconfirmed with you by the hotel team the night prior.
Upon arrival, meet your driver and guide in the arrivals hall and transfer to your hotel for check-in with touring along the way!
A Tour Guide
Cheerful and charismatic, this seasoned tour guide and leader has resided in several locations across Chile, including the awe-inspiring Atacama desert. Their fervor for fauna, people, and pop culture renders them a one-of-a-kind and thrilling tour guide for those seeking an authentic and enriching experience. With their extensive knowledge and industry expertise, they ensure that their tours are informative, entertaining, and unforgettable for all their clients. Their adoration for Chile is evident in their enthusiasm and dedication to showcasing their country to visitors from around the globe.
Contact Number: will be provided
The capital of Chile, Santiago, is a bursting city tucked away in a valley surrounded by the Andean foothills. Founded in 1541, Santiago is now a thriving metropolis dotted with fine eateries and top-class hotels. It is the only city in the world that offers skiing high up in the majestic Andes, followed a mere 90 minutes later by walks on the beach and surfing in the Pacific Ocean.
From the airport, commence your half-day exploration of Santiago where it all began on Santa Lucía Hill. It was here that a conquistador planted the Spanish flag in 1541 and the hill went on to play a pivotal role in the city’s history, making it the ideal place to discuss key historical moments and offer an introduction to Chilean society.
You'll then focus on Santiago’s expansion during the period of the New Republic with a walk around the colorful Barrio Yungay. Yungay has a long history going back to the 1830s, the second area of Santiago to be urbanized. It is home to beautiful old buildings from that period and is today strongly linked to culture and the arts. It is also of great architectural interest, with several different types of dwelling, from the gran patronal houses to cités. Among its highlights are the monument to the Roto Chileno and the French Barber Shop, opened in 1968 by three French master hairdressers who attended the staff of the French consulate and residents of the neighborhood.
Drive up to San Cristóbal Hill with your guide which overlooks Santiago. You will climb up its final steps to enjoy a beautiful sunset over the city. San Cristóbal rises from the busy streets of Santiago and provides an excellent vantage point for panoramic views of the city and the surrounding Andes.
This is a stunning boutique bolthole in the heart of Santiago’s hippest district – Lastarria is also home to a pulsating array of cafés, bars, boutiques, art galleries and restaurants. It's the perfect mix of cosy interior design and a show-stopping rooftop pool and bar. All rooms feature king-sized beds, tactile fabrics and a soothing color scheme. This is the super-stylish city sibling of the wild and remote Singular Patagonia.
The Singular Santiago | Lastarria Room
- Confirmation Number: will be provided
- Inclusions: Daily breakfast
If you're feeling like you need a pick-me-up, you've got a fantastic option for coffee just across the street from your hotel at Singular Coffee Roasters.
Aquí está Coco (sustainable seafood)
- 11 minute drive from your hotel
Boragó (molecular cuisine)
- 13 minute drive from your hotel
Galindo (very local)
- 5 minute drive or 12 minute walk from your hotel
Mestizo (in front of the Parque Bicentenario)
- 10 minute drive from your hotel
Bocanariz (great variety of wine)
- 2 minute walk from your hotel
Chipe Libre (Pisco Sours and fine dining)
- 2 minute walk from your hotel
Liguria (lively and classically Chilean)
- 1 minute walk from your hotel
After breakfast and check-out this morning, meet your driver in the hotel lobby and transfer to your hotel in the Winelands for check-in (approximately 2.5 hours).
Meeting Time: Late morning
VIK Chile will inspire you to switch off and unwind. Located at the top of a hill in the middle of the valley, very close to the Andes Mountain Range, VIK Chile boasts 360º panoramic views of the vineyards, the striking VIK Winery and our natural surroundings.
Viña Vik | Suite
- Confirmation Number: will be provided
- Inclusions: All meals, drinks, and experiences
VIK vineyard was born amidst the foothills of the Andes mountains, within the Millahue Valley, named "Lugar de Oro" or "Golden Place" by the native Mapuche people: hectares of astonishing Chilean wilderness where they planted over hectares of vines.
VIK’s scenset offers a majestic and natural landscape composed of 12 valleys, each one with its own micro-climate, distinct exposures, all within a wind-tunnel cooled by Pacific coastal breezes and winds from high up in the Andes mountains that provide VIK with enormous complexity and exceptional variety.
After breakfast and check-out this morning, meet your driver in the hotel lobby for a transfer to Santiago Airport (approx. 2 hours).
Meeting Time: Morning
Upon arrival in Temuco, meet your driver in the arrivals hall and transfer to your hotel for check-in (approximately 1 hour 40 minutes).
If you have any trouble finding your driver, please call the hotel.
Dramatic landscapes of breathtaking glacial lakes mirror the snowy tips of nearby volcanoes, while within the rainforests gracing the surrounding national parks, evergreen Araucaria araucana (monkey puzzle) trees, some over 1 000 years old, stand tall. This region is both the gateway to Patagonia, and a thrilling adventure haven.
Immersed on an expansive, forested estate with 2,696 ft of river frontage and breathtaking views of the snow-capped Villarica Volcano, this magnificent wooden lodge is themed in beauty. Enormous windows frame exquisite outlooks, while vibrant wall tapestries, hand-woven textiles and other traditional artifacts color the interior décor. Signature features include a modern working farm, organic farm-to-table vegetable garden, on-site boutique cheese factory and two outdoor hot tubs. Ideally appointed accommodation, overlooking either the estate surrounds or the Liucura River, includes six cosy suites, 12 split-level villas with a separate living room, and a five-bedroom, sole-use Hacienda for up to 10 guests. Ensuite bathrooms include a separate bath and walk-in shower. Floor to ceiling windows fills the spacious wooden interiors with natural light. Each guest unit is individually decorated with a selection of curated objects and richly-textured rugs, wall hangings and fabric.
andBeyond Vira Vira | Suite
- Confirmation Number: will be provided
- Inclusions: Accommodation; Three delicious meals daily carefully prepared and with ingredients from our organic vegetable garden; All beverages including a wide selection of Chilean wines (except premium wines and spirits); Activities included: Trekking, floating raft on the Liucura River, horseback riding, community visit - cultural Mapuche experience, mountain biking, white water rafting, catch-and-release fishing (one fishing excursion included), kayaking, birdwatching, farm-to-table vegetable garden tour, on-site cheese factory tour, skiing & snowboarding, snowshoeing and stand-up paddle boarding.
Below are just some of the experiences you can partake in at andBeyond Vira Vira. Please check out the lodge brochure to see their full menu of activities.
Please note that the activities on offer at andBeyond Vira Vira are weather dependent and may be affected by the winter season in the Lake District.
The region surrounding the lodge offers a vast selection of hiking/trekking excursions, predominantly within Huerquehue National Park and Villarrica National Park. In the company of one of our experienced guides, explore these parks which showcase forests, shimmering lakes, waterfalls, hot springs and the breathtaking terrain of snow-capped volcanoes.
Situated at Lake Tinquilco, in the Huerquehue National Park, choose between a kayak or canoe and embark on an hour-long adventure around the lake. Surrounded by mountains and beautiful forest, reach the opposite shore and walk along a trail to cascading waterfalls. For the more adventurous and advanced paddlers, there are plenty of options in the Pucón and Villarrica area to test their skill.
Step into another culture with a fascinating visit to a ruka (house) in the local Mapuche community. Embracing traditional ways, watch someone roasting organic wheat the way it has been prepared for centuries, and enjoy their delicious home cooked fare. Get active and enjoy a game of Palin - a traditional Mapuche stick and ball game, that originated in southern Chile. From here, guests meet someone and have the opportunity to visit their factory and watch them working the loom.
After breakfast and check-out, receive a private transfer to the Temuco Airport for your flight back to Santiago (approx. 1 hour 40 minutes).
Meeting Time: Approx. 3:30pm
The exact departure time will be reconfirmed with you by the andBeyond Vira Vira team the night prior.
Scenset invests in making the world a better place. Scenset will offset the fuel used during the trip. On top of that, we will offset an extra 10% to make your trip a carbon-positive experience.
Currently, we support Gold Standard Climate+ Projects from the Gold Standard Foundation.