Chile Ski & Wine Holiday
Ski & Wine Chile: Ski the Andes and Explore Chile’s Vineyards Holiday Details
Chillán ski resort - Maule Valley - Colchagua Valley - Santiago - ski in the Andes - 5* spa - explore the wine region - freedom to explore
Brief Description
- Combine skiing at Chile’s finest ski resort with relaxed exploration of the vineyards of Chile’s central valley.
- Ski down a volcano then relax in your luxurious spa hotel.
- Enjoy Chillán’s friendly, informal atmosphere.
- Explore Chile’s finest vineyards.
- Discover the culture and people of Chile at your own pace.
- Ski & Beach Holiday Itinerary
Day 1 | Fly to Chile |
Day 2 | Chillán | Arrive
Morning flight from Santiago to ski resort of Chillán in the Chilean Lake District. Afternoon soak in the hot springs of your spa hotel. (d)
Day 3 | Chillán | Ski in the Andes
Ski the slopes over two volcanoes. From the top of the resort (2,700m) you look out across the Andes. Chillán offers 10,000 hectares of skiable terrain. (b,d)
Day 4 | Chillán | Ski in the Andes
5 hours of small group lessons are included for you today. (b,d)
Day 5 | Chillán | Ski in the Andes
Full day to ski. For some pampering, book in for a massage or treatment in the spa. (b,d)
Day 6 | Chillán | Ski in the Andes
Try cross-country skiing, dog-sledding or heli-skiing for some serious off-piste adventure. (b,d)
Day 7 | Chillán | Ski in the Andes
Chillán gives you a real flavour of Chile as well as being a world class ski resort. (b,d)
Day 8 | Chillán | Ski in the Andes
Final day of skiing. (b,d)
Day 9 | Maule Valley | To the vineyards
Pick up your hire car drive north to the Maule Valley which produces 45% of Chile’s wine.
Stay in a charming and very friendly small inn just outside the town of Talca.
(b)
Day 10 | Maule Valley | Explore vineyards
Meet your driver/guide for a full tour of three local vineyards today. Relax tonight.
(b,l)
Day 11 | Maule Valley | Explore the coast
Explore today. Visit a market, take a local train to the coast, walk, bike, horse ride or canoe. (b)
Day 12 | Colchagua Valley | Explore vineyards
Drive north to the Colchagua Valley, home to some of the most exclusive wine producers in the country.
Relax in your 5* colonial style hotel in the centre of Santa Cruz.
(b)
Day 13 | Central Valley | Explore Vineyards
Visit premium wineries, including Mont Gras, Montes, Santa Rita and Casa Lapostolle.
If you prefer take a trip to the seaside.
(b)
Day 14 | Vineyards | Return to Santiago
Morning drive to Santiago, return your car. Relax and enjoy the city's restaurants. (b)
Day 15 | Santiago | Depart for home
Explore the city from your well located 5* hotel. Fly home this evening. (b)
"Thank you so much for arranging & organising our holiday in Chile. We had a marvellous time. Your plans were so well assembled with an excellent balance of places, scenery & hospitality." Neil W, 2007
Prices & Departures
2008 |
Jun 13 | Jun 20 | £2,095pp Jun 27 | £2,595pp Jul 04 | Jul 11 | Jul 18 | Jul 25 | £2,845pp Aug 01 | Aug 08 | Aug 25 | Aug 22 | Aug 29 | £2,495pp Sep 05 | Sep 12 | Sep 19 | Sep 26 | £2,095pp |
Flights |
Prices above do not include international flights. We can arrange these for you (guide price £750 - £950 depending on season) or you can arrange your own. |
Prices include |
All domestic flights in Chile; |
Not included |
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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