Essence of Chile

Set within the stunning grounds of the Matetic Winery and surrounded by over 22 acres of woodland and vineyards, La Casona Matetic is an idyllic choice from which to enjoy the surrounding attractions. The restored colonial house was built at the beginning of the 20th century and offers wine tastings on site, as well as guided tours taking you through the local countryside on foot, bike or horseback. After exploring the local area, spend some time on the loungers by the tree-fringed pool or simply sample the local wine and enjoy the surrounding views.

Day 1: One of South America's newest nature reserves, the spectacular Torres del Paine National Park was created in 1959, with the last addition to its acreage in the early 1970s. Famous for its glaciers, lakes and forests, this rugged region is also home to a wide variety of animal species, including guanaco (a relative of the llama), condors and flamingos. You will stay at the beautiful Explora Lodge, located in the park itself and with exquisite views. Settle in and prepare to explore this spectacular landscape on foot, by boat, on horseback or in vans: the choice is yours. Experienced Explora guides accompany all excursions. Days 2-4: Explore as you wish during your stay in the Paine. Perhaps you'll start one morning with a drive to Lago Grey, where a short walk along Lagoon Beach offers an opportunity to photograph icebergs from shore, followed by a boat excursion for a closer ...

Explora Atacama is set just outside San Pedro de Atacama village in the driest desert in the world and offers panoramic views of the surrounding mountains. The hotel's facilities include spacious rooms with jacuzzis and large picture windows, gourmet cuisine and four connected swimming pools. Every evening, one of the bi-lingual guides meets with guests to plan the following day's excursions, including hiking, horse riding and cycling as well as drives into the surrounding desert to explore areas of archaeological, scenic and cultural interest. Stargazing is also possible from the observatory.

The Casa Bueras Boutique Hotel (formerly the Lastarria hotel) is an elegant boutique retreat in central Santiago, surrounded by antique shops, restaurants and some of the city's best galleries and museums. The hotel is located in a historic 1920s mansion and features refined rooms decorated with traditional wooden furniture. There is a small deli-style restaurant, an elegant lounge and a small walled garden with a terrace and an outdoor pool.

Set within the stunning grounds of the Matetic Winery and surrounded by over 22 acres of woodland and vineyards, La Casona Matetic is an idyllic choice from which to enjoy the surrounding attractions. The restored colonial house was built at the beginning of the 20th century and offers wine tastings on site, as well as guided tours taking you through the local countryside on foot, bike or horseback. After exploring the local area, spend some time on the loungers by the tree-fringed pool or simply sample the local wine and enjoy the surrounding views.

Day 1: One of South America's newest nature reserves, the spectacular Torres del Paine National Park was created in 1959, with the last addition to its acreage in the early 1970s. Famous for its glaciers, lakes and forests, this rugged region is also home to a wide variety of animal species, including guanaco (a relative of the llama), condors and flamingos. You will stay at the beautiful Explora Lodge, located in the park itself and with exquisite views. Settle in and prepare to explore this spectacular landscape on foot, by boat, on horseback or in vans: the choice is yours. Experienced Explora guides accompany all excursions. Days 2-4: Explore as you wish during your stay in the Paine. Perhaps you'll start one morning with a drive to Lago Grey, where a short walk along Lagoon Beach offers an opportunity to photograph icebergs from shore, followed by a boat excursion for a closer ...

Explora Atacama is set just outside San Pedro de Atacama village in the driest desert in the world and offers panoramic views of the surrounding mountains. The hotel's facilities include spacious rooms with jacuzzis and large picture windows, gourmet cuisine and four connected swimming pools. Every evening, one of the bi-lingual guides meets with guests to plan the following day's excursions, including hiking, horse riding and cycling as well as drives into the surrounding desert to explore areas of archaeological, scenic and cultural interest. Stargazing is also possible from the observatory.

The Casa Bueras Boutique Hotel (formerly the Lastarria hotel) is an elegant boutique retreat in central Santiago, surrounded by antique shops, restaurants and some of the city's best galleries and museums. The hotel is located in a historic 1920s mansion and features refined rooms decorated with traditional wooden furniture. There is a small deli-style restaurant, an elegant lounge and a small walled garden with a terrace and an outdoor pool.