Top 10 things to do in Chile

1. Trek amongst soaring granite peaks and sparkling glacial lakes in the remarkable Torres Del Paine National Park

2. Speed across the Atacama Desert, the driest place on earth to see salt flats, spouting geysers and flocks of flamingos

3. Enjoy the atmospheric cafes and bars of the charming capital, Santiago

4. From Santiago take a trip to Easter Island's mysterious Moai statues perched on the cliff tops overlooking the Pacific

5. Spend a few days in Valparaiso, a sophisticated beach resort set on a hillside bright with multi-coloured houses

6. Encounter the spectacular Antarctic Peninsula aboard a National Geographic cruise ship 

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7. Sample outstanding wines as you travel over the Andes from Santiago to Mendoza

8. Visit Patagonia and cruise from Punta Arenas to get up close to the native wildlife

9. Get your thrills sandboarding in Chile's Death Valley 

10. Enjoy the fresh air and beauty of the stunning Chilean Lake District