Chilean Wonders ~ Lake District & Patagonia

November 29 - December 11, 2027

Length: 13 days

Region(s): South America

Activity Level: Activity indicator paw

Type: Land, Small Group Tours

Journey from cosmopolitan Santiago to Chile’s storybook Lake District and on to the wilds of Patagonia on an itinerary that strings together emerald lakes, penguin colonies, icy fjords, and jagged granite peaks. Explore the island world of Chiloé, cruise beneath towering glaciers in the Ultima Esperanza Fjord, and stand in awe of Torres del Paine’s dramatic landscapes, all while savoring Chilean wines and traditional Patagonian hospitality.

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Tour Highlights

Get acquainted with vibrant, cosmopolitan Santiago, framed by the Andes and alive with plazas, markets, and café culture.
Travel into Chile’s picturesque Lake District for a scenic boat ride amid forested shores, volcano silhouettes, and roaring river falls.
Ferry to atmospheric Chiloé Island to explore fishing villages, colorful palafitos (stilt houses), and penguin habitats along the coast.
Admire replicas of the UNESCO World Heritage–listed wooden churches of Chiloé, emblematic of the island’s unique architectural and religious history.
Step aboard a full-size replica of Magellan’s pioneering ship, visiting a floating museum that recalls the age of exploration through the Strait of Magellan.
Cruise the steep-walled Última Esperanza Fjord, watching for dramatic, frozen glaciers, waterfalls, and soaring cliffs that plunge into icy waters.
Be swept away by Patagonia’s spectacular scenery in Torres del Paine and Bernardo O’Higgins national parks, where granite spires, turquoise lakes, and windswept steppe define the landscape.
Savor a Chilean wine reserve tasting that highlights regional varietals, followed by a traditional Patagonian barbecue.
Stay in well situated hotels in Puerto Varas, Punta Arenas, and Puerto Natales that keep you close to lakefront views and Patagonian wilderness.

* Cal lecturer’s participation cannot be guaranteed and is contingent upon a minimum number of paying travelers.

Activity Level 4

What to expect: These tours feature longer touring days and many full-day excursions, plus full, active itineraries that move at a faster pace to cover longer distances. Travelers are required to stand and walk over uneven terrain for extended periods of time, and should be comfortable at higher altitudes with steep ascents and descents. Outings last more than six hours each day.

Suitable for: Travelers who are able to comfortably walk six to eight miles, or 9,200–11,500 steps, each day.