Your Trip to Chile

25 - 28 Oct 2024: Santiago de Chile (3 nights)

• The Ritz-Carlton Santiago

28 - 31 Oct 2024: San Pedro de Atacama (3 nights)

• Awasi Atacama

If you need any assistance while you are traveling, or if you would like to make any changes, reservations or cancellations during your time in Chile you can contact the following who will be your local contacts during your trip:

DESTINATION

SANTIAGO

• Your Local Guide in Santiago: will be provided
  
• Local Contact in Santiago: will be provided (Monday-Friday morning to evening)
  
• Local Contact in Santiago: will be provided (24/7) (Also available on Whatsapp)

ATACAMA

• Local Contact in Atacama: will be provided (Monday to Friday until afternoon) or will be provided (weekends)

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Scenset

• Your Curator: will be provided
  
• Your Traveler Relations Rep: will be provided
  
• Scenset Emergency Line: will be provided

Important: Due to the time difference, for small day-to-day things like touring and dining reservations - or emergencies that need immediate assistance - it will be most efficient for you to use the local contacts as they are in the same time zone as you.

WhatsApp: If you don’t have WhatsApp on your phone, we strongly encourage downloading it for free as it makes contacting our local team easier.

In October, Santiago experiences spring weather as the Southern Hemisphere transitions from winter to summer. Daytime temperatures usually range from 12°C to 24°C, making it mild and pleasant. Although it sees mostly sunny days, some light rain is still possible.

The Atacama Desert experiences dry and mild spring weather in October. Daytime temperatures typically range from 18°C to 25°C, while nighttime temperatures can drop significantly, sometimes falling to as low as 5°C or lower, especially in higher-altitude areas like San Pedro de Atacama. Rain is extremely rare since the Atacama is one of the driest places on Earth.

US passport holders traveling to Chile do not need to obtain a visa prior to arrival.

These guidelines are for reference only. Scenset holds no responsibility for travel restrictions. Travelers are responsible for ensuring the right documentation to travel.

The baggage allowance for your domestic flights is as follows.

For each passenger:

• In the cabin: 1 x handbag with a maximum dimension of 45 x 35 x 20 cm (height, length and width).
  
• In the cabin: 1 x piece (bags or suitcases) that does not exceed 10 kilos, with a maximum dimension of 55 x 35 x 25 cm.
  
• In the hold: 1 x piece(s) that does not exceed 23 kilos, with a maximum dimension of 158 cm (length + width + height).

Besides your usual essentials, the below will come in handy as you navigate the different terrains of Chile!

Santiago
Chile’s largest city and capital is nestled in a valley of surrounding hills and mountains. The region is in transition from spring to summer, and the weather is hot, dry, and with high ultraviolet radiation.

• Comfortable, light, and cool clothing
  
• Flat tennis shoes or sneakers
  
• Long and short sleeves T-shirts
  
• Sweater
  
• Lightweight waterproof jacket
  
• A pair of Jeans
  
• Fabric pants
  
• A hat for sun protection
  
• Small backpack to carry your personal items

Atacama
No matter the time of year, you’ll want to have clothes for both warm and cool weather, as the temperature changes dramatically between night and day. Dressing in layers is a must for outdoors activities in the Atacama Desert, and this means a separate purpose for each layer: an interior layer, one insulating layer and one exterior layer. Combining these three layers effectively controls heat transmission and keeps you warm and protected. Clothing will vary depending the season, but it is always a good idea to bring a little bit more.

• Summer clothing for the day: Short sleeve t- shirts, shorts, bathing suit
  
• Winter clothing for the night: Sweater, long sleeve t-shirts, jacket, fleece, long pants
  
• 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
  
• Sandals
  
• Gloves and a beanie for early morning hours, and late evening
  
• Backpack big enough to carry your personal items and a couple of bottles of water
  
• Sunglasses with UV filter
  
• Sunhat
  
• Sunscreen
  
• Lip balm UV filter
  
• Medication If you take any medication routinely, please be sure to have it available for you during your trip.
  
• Moisturizing Eye Drops Keep in mind that you will be in the world’s driest desert and your eyes may dry up more than usual. If you normally utilize contacts, you might want to bring along a pair of glasses as well, for your comfort.
  
• Power adapter – type C and L, which means 2 (like in Europe) or 3 round pins. 220V voltage.
  
• Restaurant Dress Code: Casual Attire

Take a look at our top recommendations on how to fully immerse yourself into your trip before and during your travels. You'll find:

• Tipping Guidelines
  
• Packing Tips
  
• Movies to Watch and Books to Read
  
• Traditional Chilean Dishes
  
• Useful Spanish Phrases
  
• and more!

Find the Scenset Guide to Chile here!

Welcome to Chile!

Meet your driver and guide in the arrivals area of the airport, after clearing customs. Upon meeting your driver and guide, you will be transferred to your accommodation.

• Meeting time: Early morning
  
• Meeting point: Arrivals hall
  
• Duration: Approximately 30 minutes
  
• Your Guide: will be provided
  
• Contact: If you have any problems, or can't locate your driver, please contact your local contact will be provided (weekdays during business hours) or will be provided (24/7) (also available on WhatsApp)

Booked by Scenset.

Check in to your accommodation.

Your room is booked for October 25th, so you'll check in upon arrival.

Commence your Santiago exploration at Santa Lucía Hill, where the Spanish flag was planted in 1541, offering insights into key historical moments and an introduction to Chilean society. Delve into the city's expansion during the New Republic era with a stroll through the vibrant Barrio Yungay, dating back to the 1830s, showcasing beautiful historic buildings, a rich cultural scene, and architectural diversity, including the iconic French Barber Shop and the monument to the Roto Chileno.

• Meeting time: Afternoon
  
• Meeting point: Hotel lobby
  
• Duration: 4 hours
  
• Your Guide: will be provided
  
• Inclusions: Tickets for the funicular. Does not include entrance fees to museums or galleries
  
• Contact: If you have any problems, or can't locate your driver, please call will be provided (weekdays during business hours) or will be provided (24/7) (also available on WhatsApp)

Booked by Scenset.

You end Day 1 atop one of the city’s most famous landmarks, San Cristobal Hill. One of seven hills that form the city’s Metropolitan Park, San Cristobal offers excellent views of the city and the surrounding mountains. It has also played an important role in the history of Santiago, from pre-Hispanic times to the modern day. The journey to the top will be by cable car, and down via the hill’s famous funicular railways.

Booked by a scenset.

A journey to the senses, this wine bar & restaurant offers pairing with all their meals giving its name, “Mouth-nose”. The menu is designed as a map of flavors with each dish perfectly created to bring out the best of its wine pairing. The magazine Wine Spectator has nominated Bocanariz’s wine menu as one of the best in the world for six years running. If you’re a wine lover, this one is a must.

• Reservation time: Evening
  
• Address: José Victorino Lastarria 276, 8320126 Santiago, Región Metropolitana, Chile
  
• Contact: will be provided

Booked Independently - paid locally.

• Guest Room King
  
• Breakfast included

Booked by Scenset.

A day trip to Valparaíso from Santiago offers a taste of Chile's coastal charm and artistic culture. Departing from Santiago in the early morning, you'll travel westward through picturesque landscapes, arriving in Valparaíso in about 1.5 to 2 hours. Wander through the vibrant Cerro Alegre and Cerro Concepción neighborhoods, where colorful houses, cobblestone streets, and an array of street art create a lively atmosphere. Discover local art galleries, boutique shops, and cozy cafés nestled amidst the hills.

Your guide will recommend a restaurant for lunch, this is paid locally.

• Meeting time: Morning
  
• Meeting point: Hotel lobby
  
• Duration: A full day tour
  
• Your Guide: will be provided
  
• Contact: If you have any problems, or can't locate your driver, please call will be provided (weekdays during business hours) or will be provided (24/7) (also available on WhatsApp)

Booked by scenset.

Tonight, we recommend enjoying dinner at Restaurante Estró, on property at your hotel.

Please let us know if you would like us to make a reservation.

This is a recommendation only.

• Guest Room King
  
• Breakfast included

Booked by Scenset.

Private transfer to Santiago Airport for your flight to Calama.

• Meeting time: Morning
  
• Meeting point: Hotel lobby
  
• Duration: Approximately 30 minutes
  
• Contact: If you have any problems, or can't locate your driver, please contact your local contact. A phone number will be provided.

Booked by Scenset.

You will be greeted at the airport and delivered to your hotel. Your driver will have a sign with 'Awasi' on it. You will find him just to the left as you exit the airport baggage claim area.

• Meeting time: Around midnight
  
• Meeting point: Arrivals hall
  
• Duration: Approximately 1 hour 20 minutes
  
• Contact: If you have any problems, or can't locate your driver, please contact your local contact will be provided (Monday to Friday until 5:30pm) or will be provided (weekends)

Booked by Scenset.

Check in to your accommodation.

*If your room is not available, you can leave your luggage with the front desk while you have lunch and enjoy the common areas of the hotel until your room and guide is available at check-in time.

When you arrive at your lodge, you'll be assigned a personal reservations assistant who will be your constant point of contact, coordinating all details of your trip, taking your interests and expectations into account.

During your time in the Atacama Desert, you'll enjoy a wide variety of activities depending on your interests. You can see a full list of included excursions here.

When you arrive at the hotel you will meet with a reservations assistant for a briefing where they will explain the different surrounding areas and excursion options. Together, you will build a personalized itinerary based on your preferences and the current weather conditions.

Each day, you can choose between full-day excursions with lunch included (between 5 and 7 hours approx.) or two half-day excursions (between 2 and 5 hours approx.), returning to lunch at Awasi between both excursions. A 4x4 vehicle will be provided.

All private excursions are included in your stay.

Awasi aims to create a welcoming atmosphere, making guests feel as if they are visiting the home of close friends. This fosters an authentic experience of the local culture. The kitchen is flexible, using the best ingredients from the Atacama region to create tasty and healthy dishes that showcase the flavors of the desert.

Awasi has a private restaurant for guests. As a member of Relais & Chateaux, Awasi values gastronomy as a key part of the destination's cultural heritage. They collaborate with local producers and use fresh ingredients to create a seasonal menu, providing an authentic culinary experience.

• Breakfast: in the morning
  
• Lunch: in the afternoon
  
• Dinner: in the evening

All meals and beverages are included, featuring a selection of national wines, along with cocktails and mocktails.

• Round Room - King
  
• All Inclusive (drinks, meals, experiences & transfers)
  
• Confirmation number will be provided

Booked by a user.

Hike to Devil's Canyon and to the village of Vilama with your expert guide. Depart the hotel by vehicle and head to Devil’s Canyon to start the trek. The altitude here is approx. 2,450m/8,038ft. You’ll hike on flat terrain for about an hour on a dry river bed through formations of limestone which are part of the Salt Mountain Range. Continue along an ancient caravan route, passing by petroglyphs that show the former commercial activity in the area and finish at the old settlement known as Vilama. Return to the hotel by vehicle.

Level: Medium
Duration: 2.5 - 3.5 hours

Recommended excursion - you will coordinate your excursions directly with your hotel.

Begin with a brief visit to a small village where you will see a historic church and square established in colonial times. Stop by the home of a family that sells and makes local crafts. Later, continue on to the National Flamingo Reserve in the Atacama salt flat. Along the way, take in the spectacular scenery of snowcapped volcanoes and dry valleys. Once at the Flamingo Reserve, your expert guide will point out the three types of flamingos to be found here. Enjoy refreshments with views of the setting sun over the Andes.

Recommended excursion - you will coordinate your excursions directly with your hotel.

• Round Room - King
  
• All Inclusive (drinks, meals, experiences & transfers)
  
• Confirmation number will be provided

Booked by a user.

At dawn, depart the hotel with your expert guide for a once in a lifetime experience: Sunrise at the Tatio Geysers. These incredible natural wonders are located at an altitude of 4,300m/14,190ft. The geothermal field has close links to the volcanic activity in the zone and consists of huge steam columns that reach heights of 12m/40ft. Reach the geysers in time for breakfast as dawn breaks, with rays of sunlight shining through the steam. Walk along the plateau to get different angles of the geysers and to see fascinating mineral formations.

Level: Easy
Duration: 7 hours

Recommended excursion - you will coordinate your excursions directly with your hotel.

Learn about the indigenous cosmo-vision and the constellations of the llama and the fox, among others from the hotel’s observatory. You will be able to view the rings of Saturn, the craters of the moon, nebulas and supernovas, depending on the phase of the moon.

Recommended excursion - you will coordinate your excursions directly with your hotel.

• Round Room - King
  
• All Inclusive (drinks, meals, experiences & transfers)
  
• Confirmation number will be provided

Booked by someone.

Transfer to the Calama airport for your flight to Santiago.

• Meeting time: Morning
  
• Meeting point: Hotel lobby
  
• Duration: Approximately 1 hour 20 minutes
  
• Contact: If you have any problems, or can't locate your driver, please speak to the hotel front desk directly or call will be provided.

Booked by Scenset.