Chile
Your journey to Chile with scenset!
Chile promises epic experiences 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.
Dec. 27-28 | Santiago de Chile
1 Night & Early Check-in: 4 Deluxe Rooms
Dec. 28-31 | Puerto Bories
3 Nights: 1 Singular Suite & 3 Singular Rooms
Dec. 31 | Departure for Antarctica
- Booked Independently
For urgent assistance while traveling, you can reach out to the following local contacts:
Santiago Emergency Contact
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Guide/Host in Santiago: will be provided
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The Singular Patagonia: will be provided
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Scenset Emergency Line
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Important: For immediate assistance, your local contact is the best person to call first as they are in the same time zone.
We have put together a destination guide for you, full of unique insights and ways to get excited before you travel, such as:
- Spotify playlists
- Dishes to try
- Helpful phrases
- Packing guide
- Tipping guidelines
Plus more!
Scenset's Guide to Chile
Marking the beginning of summer in the southern hemisphere, December is the best month to visit Chile. In Santiago, you'll enjoy sunny days rarely falling below 73°F or exceeding 91°F. In Torres del Paine, the average minimum temperature at night can reach 44°F.
- A visa is not needed for Chile or Argentina for citizens of the United States.
- A negative pre-departure COVID-19 test result is not required.
- Proof of COVID-19 vaccination is not required.
These guidelines are for reference only. Scenset holds no responsibility for travel restrictions. Travelers are responsible for ensuring the right documentation to travel.
Arrival Times: Morning
Flight Number – Passengers:
- AA957
- UA847
Flight arrivals at Santiago SCL airport. Once you've cleared customs and collected your luggage, you will be greeted by your host at the arrivals terminal.
International flights not included.
Meeting Time: Morning
Meeting Point: Arrivals Terminal SCL
Greeting by your host at the arrivals terminal with a sign with your name on it. You will be taken by private transfer to your hotel in Santiago.
Included by Scenset.
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.
We've booked your hotel rooms for the night before to guarantee early check-in upon arrival at the Ritz-Carlton.
Included by Scenset.
Meeting Time: Late morning
Meeting Point: Hotel Lobby
Highlights include the Plaza de Armas with its 18th century cathedral in the heart of the city, Constitution Plaza with its La Moneda Palace – the seat of executive power.
Briefly explore the Chilean Museum of Pre-Columbian Art for a taste of Chile's historical art.
Drive through and make stops in the attractive neighborhoods of París-Londres and Santa Lucía.
In the Bellavista neighborhood, visit the private home of famed Chilean writer Pablo Neruda known as La Chascona.
On your tour, stop for a delicious empanada tasting and try different types of this treat.
Your expert guide will include a Jewish heritage site on the tour depending on hours of availability and what makes most sense on route.
Towards the end of your tour of Santiago, stop at an elegant wine bar for a wine tasting of Chile's premium wines. You can also try pisco sours at a nearby location as well.
Included by Scenset.
Go up San Cristóbal Hill 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.
Included by Scenset.
Private transfer back to your hotel for some time at leisure.
Included by Scenset.
Meeting Time: Evening
Meeting Point: Hotel Lobby
Reservation Time: Evening
This family-run establishment is led by a chef who made a name for herself by joining Chilean and French culinary traditions. Enjoy the warm ambience, set in a former home and divvied up into several dining rooms. We recommend trying the foie gras with mushroom puree starter or citrus ceviche to share, followed by southern toothfish with asparagus gazpacho and cucumber noodles.
This is No.30 in Latin America's 50 Best Restaurants of 2019. It's also run by Latin America's Best Female Chef of 2019.
Confirmed by Scenset.
Why we love it for you: Located in the elite Las Condes district, the Ritz-Carlton combines elegant architecture with luxurious accommodations and a wonderful spa. The hotel’s excellent restaurants serve fresh local ingredients, including many varieties of Chilean fish and seafood, as well as the best Chilean wines.
The Ritz Cartlon Santiago
4 Deluxe Rooms
- 1 Twin Room for two guests
- 3 King Rooms for the rest of the group
Breakfasts included.
Confirmation Numbers:
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Meeting Time: Morning
Meeting Location: Hotel Lobby
Greeting by your host and private transfer to the Santiago airport for your flight to Puerto Natales via Puerto Montt.
Included by Scenset.
Sky Airlines
810GS7
There will be a roughly 45-minute layover without plane change at Puerto Montt.
Meeting Time: Afternoon
Meeting Point: Airport Arrivals Terminal
At the airport, you will be greeted at the arrivals terminal and transferred to your hotel located about 10 minutes away.
Included by Scenset.
The hotel has a library and reading room for winding down in the evenings, as well as a large spa, a heated pool, sauna, steam room, treatment rooms and a private suite with a whirlpool tub.
Why we love it for you? Occupying a former cold storage warehouse on a remote fjord, the Singular is an architectural landmark and one of Chile’s most impressive hotels. The food and drink offerings as well as the interior décor and level of service deserve equal praise!
The Singular Patagonia
1 Singular Suite & 3 Singular Rooms
- Suite for a guest
- Twin room for two guests
- 2 King room for the rest of the group
All meals & drinks included.
Confirmation Numbers:
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Booked by Scenset.
Your stay at Singular Patagonia includes small group activities dependent on availability and weather conditions. Connect with locals, their traditions, history and cultural highlights of the region through a selection of excursions offered by the property. Nearby attractions include estancias, the Milodon Caves, Sophia Lake, Dorotea Hill and the local town of Puerto Natales, and explore one of the world’s most extraordinary national parks. Below are some of the activities we recommend during your stay.
Torres del Paine National Park was declared a Biosphere Reserve by UNESCO in 1978 and is located within Chilean Patagonia, 150km to the north of Puerto Natales. The park consists of 242,000 hectares (the size of Luxembourg) and is renowned for the structure of its mountains, glaciers and lakes and the wide variety of its flora and fauna. It is considered by many to be the most beautiful park in the world.
Option to enter Torres del Paine National park from a location on the banks of Laguna Verde and trek through a quiet trail which will unveil unbeatable views of the Paine towers, walking between lakes and lenga forests.
Level of Difficulty: Beginner, Intermediate or Advanced depending on your preference.
Duration: A full day
12.4 miles from the hotel is the Mylodon Cave Natural Monument, an archeological site that protects caves that were inhabited by the megafauna and Patagonian tribes. Here, human remains were found dating back to 11,000 years BC. Go on a 2.4 mile walk throughout caves, eaves, Nothofagus forests, and trails.
Duration: 4 hours
The Singular Patagonia
1 Singular Suite & 3 Singular Rooms
- Suite for a guest
- Twin room for two guests
- 2 King room for the remaining guests
All meals & drinks included.
Confirmation Numbers:
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Booked by Scenset.
This morning, you can enjoy an early morning activity independently.
Meeting Time: Morning
Meeting Point: Hotel Lobby
Drop Off Point: Hotel Cabo de Hornos
Private transfer to Punta Arenas located approximately 3 hours away from The Singular Patagonia.
Included by Scenset.
Antarctica arrangements booked separately and independently through a third-party provider.
Scenset invests in making the world a better place. Scenset will offset the fuel used during the trip. On top of that, an extra 10% will be offset to make the trip a carbon-positive experience.
Currently, support is provided for Gold Standard Climate+ Projects from the Gold Standard Foundation.