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From the icy waters around Cape Horn to the dry deserts of Peru, Chile’s landscape is stunning and incredibly varied. The Pacific is never far away and the Andes Mountains, which form the backbone of the country, loom large. Sit back with a glass of Chilean wine and take it all in.
Essential experiences
• Meet the stone ‘moai’ of Easter Island.
• Explore dramatic landscapes in the day and star gaze at night in the Atacama Desert.
• Cruise amongst the fjords and glaciers of Chile’s dramatic coastline.
• Hike and horse-ride beneath the mighty granite pillars of Torres.
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When to Go
The best months to travel are from October to March.
However, travel is possible all year round and travelling ‘off-season’ can often result in lower rates, cheaper airfares and fewer crowds.
Getting There
British Airways operate a direct flight to Santiago from Heathrow on certain days.
Other airlines include LAN or Iberia via Madrid.
