Destination
Chile Holidays
Land of fire and ice
A land of outstanding natural beauty, from the driest desert in the world to the glaciers of Patagonia, Chile holidays promise a feast for the eyes.
See snow-covered volcanoes, pink flamingo-filled beaches, fertile wine regions and lush rainforests, and get lost amid Chile’s stunning wonders. Visit the Atacama Desert for amazing landscapes, and fall in love with vibrant cities such as charming Santiago and coastal Valparaíso. No matter where you venture in Chile, you’ll feel like you’re standing on the edge of the world.
Twin your Chilean visit with a stay in Mexico, head to party-central Cancun or laidback Cozumel. Or, visit Costa Rica, famed for its wildlife and picturesque beaches.
Destination Highlights
Essential Information
See Practical Information- Time Zone GMT -4
- Currency CLP - Chilean peso
- Visa Information British citizens aren’t required to obtain a visa for travel to Chile.
- Language Spanish
- Flight Time 14–15 hours direct from London to Santigo. Indirect flights are available from other UK airports.
- Health Information No special vaccines are required or recommended for travel to Chile.
Top Tips from our Experts
Barbara
Destination Specialist
“Chile is one of the largest producers of wine in the world, so make sure to try a bottle or two of Cabernet Sauvignon while you’re there.”
Steph
Destination Specialist
“Atacama Desert is one of the best place in the world to star-gaze. Thanks to its amazingly clear skies, it almost feels like you can touch the Milky Way.”
George
Destination Specialist
“Easter Island is the most remote inhabited island in the world, but it’s definitely worth the five hour flight to stand in awe of the wonders that are the Moai heads.”
Great sample itineraries
Here's a selection of popular itineraries to give you some ideas. But almost anything's possible so call us now and we'll create an amazing holiday just for you.
Highlights of South America Tour - 2018
Guide Price £5,079 pp
For an insight into South America in just two weeks, take our Highlights of South America tour. Visit the very different cities of Lima and Cuzco in Peru, Buenos Aires in Argentina and Rio de Janeiro in Brazil. Be amazed...
Couples Holidays
Deserts, Glaciers and Lakes Tour
Guide Price £4,169 pp
Chile lies on an extremely rich and unique landscape. Situated between the Andes and the Pacific Ocean it is home to the driest desert in the world along with abundant forests and fantastic glaciers. Join us on this fascinating tour...
Escorted tours
Easter Island Tour
Guide Price £649 pp
One of the world's most famous yet least visited archaeological sites and a UNESCO World Heritage Site, Easter Island or Rapa Nui to the locals, holds a very special mystery and magic. The most remote yet still inhabited island in...
Adventure holidays
Patagonia Discovery Tour
Guide Price £4,449 pp
For glaciers, icebergs, snow-capped mountains, lakes, waterfalls and forests, take a Patagonia Discovery tour. Beginning in the Argentinean Tango capital of Buenos Aires, you will have time to explore, sample its fine steak and visit a working ranch. Continue on...
Couples Holidays
Our Chile destinations
Types of Chile holidays
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights to Chile take around 14 hours and 40 minutes. British Airways currently offers direct flight options from London Heathrow to Santiago International Airport four times a week. Alternatively, there are indirect flights with Iberia, Alitalia, Air France and LATAM Airlines.
There are three time zones across Chile: Continental Chile uses Chile Summer Time (GMT -3) and Chile Standard Time (GMT -4), while Easter Island uses Summer Time (GMT -5) and Standard Time (GMT -6). Magallanes and Chilean Antarctica use Chile Summer Time (GMT -3).
