Chile and Brazil Walk & Beach Holiday
Walk & Beach Chile and Brazil: Explore the Atacama, Patagonia and Relax in Brazil Holiday Details
Torres del Paine - Atacama Desert - Beautiful Brazil - Climb A Volcano - Walk in Breathtaking Scenery - Cross a Glacier - Relax on a Beautiful Beach
Brief Description
- Combine three stunning destinations in one spectacular holiday.
- Explore Patagonia’s magnificent Torres del Paine in depth, on foot.
- Enjoy the surprising diversity of the Atacama, from volcanoes to salt lagoons.
- Relax on the beautiful sands of stylish Buzios, north of Rio de Janeiro.
Walk & Beach Holiday Itinerary
Day 1 | Fly to Chile |
Day 2 | Santiago/Atacama | Walking tour
Tour Santiago before flying up to San Pedro de Atacama and your boutique hotel.
Day 3 | Atacama | Explore desert habitats
Morning bike ride across the salt flats. Lunch and early afternoon to relax. Afternoon walk in the salt mountains. (b)
Day 4 | Atacama | Day walking in the Andes
Full day walking
on old Inca roads from the high Andes down to the Salt Mountains.
Walk 18km, 5hrs, down 1,000m. (b,l)
Day 5 | Atacama | Volcano walk to summit
After several days of being active at altitude, today’s walk takes you high to the summit of a dormant volcano.
Walk 6km, 3hrs, up 420m, down 420m. Relax this afternoon. (b)
Day 6 | Atacama | Geysers and springs
Start the day with a visit to the world’s highest geothermal field – the Tatio geysers.
Fly to Santiago this evening for a 2 night stay. (b)
Day 7 | Santiago | Explore Santiago
Free day to explore Santiago. (b)
Day 8 | Puerto Natales | Fly to Patagonia
Fly south along the spectacular spine of the Andes towards the seafront town of Puerto Natales. (b)
Day 9 | Torres del Paine | River boat into Park
Catch a boat along the Ultima Esperanza Sound, along the Rio Serrano and into Torres del Paine. (b,l,d)
Day 10 | Torres del Paine | Walk Glacier Grey
Enjoy a boat ride along Lago Grey as far as the glacier, afternoon walk on top of Glacier Grey.
For the next 4 nights you sleep in refugios. (b,l,d)
Day 11 | Torres del Paine | Grassland walk
Set off on the 4-day hike across the park, carry just a daypack
whilst walking.
Walk 11km, 4hrs, up 400m down 400m. (b,l,d)
Day 12 | Torres del Paine | Paine Grande walk
Walk under the mountain of Paine Grande then a steady uphill and a steep downhill to the shores of Lake Nordenskjold.
Walk 9km, 4hrs, up 200m, down 200m. (b,l,d)
Day 13 | Torres del Paine | Lakeside walking
Continue your walk along a good path in the shadow of the mountains throughout today.
Walk 13km, 5hrs, up 600m, down 300m. (b,l,d)
Day 14 | Torres del Paine | Hike to the Torres
Early start to hike up to the distinctive mile-high granite towers.
Walk 16km, 7hrs, up 650m, down 900m. (b,l,d)
Day 15 | Travel | Return to Santiago
Fly to Santiago for your last night in Chile. (b)
Day 16 | Buzios | Travel
Fly to Rio and transfer 2 hours north to the coastal town of Buzios. Relax in your lovely pousada overlooking the bays. (b)
Day 17 | Buzios | Relax and explore
Each of the 20 or more beaches and bays has a different feel. Rent bikes, snorkel or surf. Eat in one of the bars and restaurants known for great seafood.(b)
Day 18 | Buzios | Relax and explore
Hike a trail or take a water taxi around the headland. Enjoy the views at sunset. (b)
Day 19 | Buzios | Relax and explore
The west coast beaches offer calm, clear waters while the east coast ones, facing the open sea, are a little wilder and draw surfers and water sports enthusiasts. (b)
Day 20 | Buzios | Relax and explore
Explore Olho de Boi beach, surrounded by untouched Atlantic Forest vegetation. (b)
Day 21 | Travel | Depart for home
Morning transfer to Rio for your flight home. (b)
Day 22 | Home | Arrive back
"Great variety in two very contrasting environments, both stunning in their own right. The right balance of challenge and comfort. A truly memorable holiday with some great people.” Andy B, 2005
Prices & Departures
2008 |
17 Oct | 31 Oct | £3,995 16 Dec | £4,195 |
2009 |
06 Mar | £3,995 |
Prices include |
Flights from LON/MAN; |
| Not included | UK regional flights; personal expenses; tips.UK regional flights; personal expenses; tips. |
Prices are per person based on two sharing.
Prices may be subject to change: please confirm at booking.
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