Luxury Santiago
Tours made for you
Arts and culture
Discover a thriving arts and culture scene
Food and wine
Sample fine wines and delicious gastronomy
Cosmopolitan life
Get lost in the hustle and bustle of this thriving city
The beating heart of Chile
Chile’s cosmopolitan hub, Santiago, sits in the centre of the country, between the arid north and mountainous south. The skyline of this sprawling metropolis provides a stark contrast to the towering Andes that loom majestically on its eastern horizon.
Home to over 40% of the Chilean population, it’s abuzz with activity, and over the past decade has transformed itself from a necessary stopover to a cultural nucleus, pulsing with creativity. Art galleries and elegant restaurants in the historic centre flow into trendy wine bars and energetic nightlife in Barrio Bellavista. Take in every inch of the city from the viewpoint atop Cerro San Cristóbal before browsing the antique shops of Barrio Italia.
Its central location remains key to exploration – from here it’s easy to unlock other unmissable destinations on your journey, from the vineyards of Colchagua or Maipo Valleys, to the unmistakable peaks of Torres del Paine in Patagonia.
Highlights
Marvel at the view of the city framed by the Andes from Cerro San Cristóbal
Explore the thriving arts and culture scene through art galleries and exhibitions
Dive into exciting gastronomy with world-class wines and celebrated restaurants
Perfectly positioned to do wine and vineyard tours in the Central Valley
Jennifer Richt
Senior Travel Designer
Santiago is the perfect base to begin your exploration of Chile. Get a taste for the country's wine, gastronomy, creativity, history and culture in this thriving and diverse city.
Jennifer Richt
Senior Travel Designer
Luxury accommodation in Santiago
Why book with Jacada?
Personalised Design
We’ll plan your trip around your specific interests, tastes and preferences, providing helpful tips and honest advice based on first-hand knowledge of the destination.
Authentic Experiences
Our expert guides and brilliant travel concierges are hand-picked to provide a genuine experience, bringing your destination to life with care and passion.
Responsible Travel
Our luxury trips are designed with responsible travel principles that prioritise travel experiences that are both good for you and good for the planet.
Trip Inspiration
Discover more of Chile
Torres del Paine
Torres del Paine National Park, in scenic southern Chile is the ultimate trekking destination with granite peaks, azure glaciers, thick forests and epic lakes. Experience intense natural beauty on tours and adventures from sea kayaking and horseback riding to challenging hikes.
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Wine Region
The Wine Regions of Chile surrounding Santiago have become one of the largest and most important wine regions in the world since the introduction of grapes by Spanish conquistadors in the 16th century and the arrival of French immigrants in the 20th.
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Lake District
The Chilean Lake District is a beautiful region characterised by snow-capped volcanoes, ancient forests and clear-blue waters. Many come here for the outdoor life and its beauty has made it one of the most popular regions to visit.
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Atacama Desert
Located in the far north of Chile, the Atacama Desert is a place of truly other-worldly landscapes. Mesmerising views are sculpted by rugged volcanoes, vividly coloured lagoons, salt-flats, geysers and shifting sand dunes.
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When to visit
While Santiago has a temperate climate all year round, the best time to go depends on what you want to do during your stay. For the region’s famed ski slopes, the best time to visit are the winter months of June – August, when the snow is at its best.
For the central wine regions which surrounds Santiago, the autumnal months of March and April are the best. You’ll have the opportunity to tour the vineyards during harvest, and attend some of the wine festivals which are hosted during this time.
As with all mountainous and high altitude regions, expect a drastic temperature change between day and night – be prepared and pack some extra layers for the evening. Average day time temperatures range from 16°C (60°F) in June and July, to 29°C (84°F) in December and January.
Summer months
December – March
Ski season
June – August
Plan your trip to
Santiago
Whatever you want from your adventure in Santiago, our team of expert travel designers are ready to help.
Jacada planned a birthday trip to S. America including Rio, Iguazu Falls, the Atacama Desert and a cruise on the Amazon. Our travel designer Charles recommended superior properties and went the extra mile to secure favorable pricing for our itinerary. Jacada was supportive through the entire process and the trip went off without a hitch. We travelled with the confidence…
Delfina created an itinerary for us that matched our requirements perfectly. The information prior to our trip enabled us to prepare for it and the help and advice from Carlos was excellent. The attention to detail throughout our visit was exemplary. Everything was taken care of and we really did not have to think or worry about a single thing.…
The Jacada Travel Designer (Delfina Russo) and the assigned Jacada Personal Travel Concierge (Carlos Machado) were exceptional communicators. They were reliable and cared a great deal that I felt listened to and my needs were met before, during and after the trip. I never felt alone while I traveled solo. I never felt rushed or invalidated when I discussed matters…
Our trip was fabulous from start to finish. Our travel designers were detail oriented; our travel progress was seamless. We enjoyed highlights of Argentina and Chile that we would otherwise not have known about, thanks to thoughtful planning. This was not our first Jacada trip nor will it be our last, if we have it our way!
Lizzie and Anabel were amazing to work with. Both are very knowledgeable and were responsive to our wants/needs for the trip.
Plan with peace of mind
When you book a trip in today’s world there’s a lot to think about. But with the right advice and expert planning, you can do it with confidence.
If you book to travel with us but your plans are impacted by circumstances you can’t control, we’ll change your reservation or cancel your booking for a full credit towards future travel.
