As the longest country in the world, but barely as wide as England, Chile is infamous as the land of epic and extreme landscapes.
Home to glaciers, lakes and granite mountains as well as the driest of deserts, our travel specialists have crafted a list of the best places to visit in Chile that are consistently popular with our travellers.
1. Aysén
A self-drive adventure from north to south along the Carretera Austral in the Aysén Region is a must when planning a Chile holiday. Admire the impressive Exploradores Glacier, kayak to the magnificent Marble Caves, marvel at the blue and green waters of the Neff and Baker rivers and hike in the Lago Jeinimeni National Reserve.
One of our favourite hotels in Aysén: Mirador de Guadal | Be inspired by our favourite Chile itinerary for Aysén: Southern Chile Self-Drive
Torres del Paine National Park is one of Chile’s most remarkable natural beauties. See the enormous glaciers, soaring mountains and some of the region’s most extraordinary wildlife, including the iconic pumas and condors. There are also incredible hiking and biking trails for those who wish to take a step into nature.
One of our favourite hotels in Torres del Paine National Park: Awasi Patagonia | Be inspired by our favourite Chile itinerary for Torres del Paine National Park: Chile & Argentina with Awasi
The Atacama Desert is renowned as the driest desert in the world. With unending salt flats, explosive geysers and the iconic lunar landscapes of the Moon Valley, it is the perfect place for a jaw-dropping desert adventure.
One of our favourite hotels in Atacama Desert: Explora Atacama | Be inspired by our favourite Chile itinerary for Atacama Desert: Travesia Atacama to Uyuni where you journey between two of the world’s most fascinating locations, the Atacama Desert in Chile to the Uyuni Salt Flat in Bolivia
The glacial lakes, snowy volcanoes and ancient forests of the Chilean Lake District are a must-see for the outstanding views alone, but if you are ready for an adventure, it is the perfect place to hike, kayak or birdwatch for elusive species such as the Rufous-legged owl, the Magellanic woodpecker or even the recently discovered Pincoya storm petrel.
One of our favourite hotels in the Chilean Lake District: &Beyond Vira | Be inspired by our favourite Chile itinerary for the Chilean Lake District: Ultimate Chile
For the wine connoisseurs, Maipo Valley and Millahue Valley are two of the best places to tour and taste some of Chile’s most prestigious wines amid the picturesque Chilean countryside and Andes mountains.
One of our favourite hotels in the Chilean winelands: Casa Real Hotel | Be inspired by our favourite Chile itinerary for the Chilean winelands: Ultimate Chile
In the middle of the Pacific Ocean lies the enigmatic Easter Island. With moai statues, beautiful beaches and looming volcanoes, this is one of the best places to visit in South America if you wish to discover more about the culture of the ancient Polynesians.
One of our favourite hotels in the Easter Island: Explora Rapa Nui | Be inspired by our favourite Chile itinerary for Easter Island: Chile with Explora Hotels
7. Santiago & Valparaiso
The cosmopolitan capital of Santiago and the bohemian port city of Valparaiso are two of the best cities to visit in Chile. With a Pablo Neruda house in each city, incredible scenic viewpoints and an abundance of trendy restaurants, Santiago and Valparaiso are also very well connected and a perfect start and/or end point for your luxury Chile holiday.
One of our favourite hotels in Santiago & Valparaiso: Casa Higueras | Be inspired by our favourite Chile itinerary for Santiago & Valparaiso: Ultimate Chile
Speak to one of our South America travel specialists and they will help you to plan the perfect honeymoon or luxury Chile holiday: +44 (0) 2039 933538 or make an online enquiry.
For the best month for your Chile holiday, read our Best Time to Visit Chile article.