Chile
From north to south, Chile is an extremely diverse and beautiful country. In the north of this coastal country is the Atacama Desert, one of the driest places on earth, while the southern tip consists of the glaciers, icebergs, brilliant lakes, plummeting waterfalls and exotic wildlife. The Andes Mountains are located on the east with the Pacific Ocean lying to the west. Chile's coastline stretches approximately 2,700 miles long, is never more than 110 miles wide east to west, and shares its borders with Peru, Bolivia and Argentina.
Similar to its geography, Chile also has a wide variety of climatic conditions throughout its regions. The climate varies from hot desert in the north, to Mediterranean in the central portion, to cool and humid marine in the south. The desert in the north is practically rainless, while southern Chile receives precipitation throughout the year.
The Chilean people are very friendly and open minded, always welcoming to tourists. With a population of over 16 million, the majority of Chilean population is Mestizo, the product of intermarriage between Spanish settlers and indigenous inhabitants. Spanish is the country's official language. Many Chileans are also of German, Italian, Irish, British, or Yugoslav ancestry and three indigenous groups still flourish: the Araucanians of central Chile, the Changos of northern Chile, and the Fuegians of Tierra del Fuego
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Fire and Ice Honeymoon Overview
Chile is a land of striking extremes that offers an incredible combination of natural wonders, excellent service and security, making for an out of this world honeymoon experience. With the heat of the deserts in the north and the cold of the glaciers in the south, Chile has earned a reputation as a land of fire and ice. This honeymoon itinerary will immerse you in the inimitable landscapes of Patagonia and the Atacama Desert - while also introducing you to Chile's urban pleasures, cultural and literary life, and fine winemaking.
- Take a break from being pampered at the luxurious Ritz Carlton Hotel to discover the history and culture of Santiago on foot.
- Experience three full enchanting days at the Explora Lodge with hiking and horseback riding excursions to discover Chile's legendary glaciers, waterfalls, lakes and wild beauty.
- Visit Casablanca Valley and sample some of South America's finest white wines.
- Relax, learn in the vibrant coastal city of Valparaiso, a historic port, university town and World Heritage Site.
- Test your limits and explore the amazing Atacama Desert, the driest place on earth, by foot, van, horseback or bike.
The rare and diverse beauty of this country will keep your honeymoon memories alive forever.
 Complete Itinerary Details
Trip Beneficiaries: Valparaiso Foundation, Community projects in Atacama
Cost: $9,000 per person
Additional Cost: Flights to and from Chile
Please visit www.elevatedestinations.com to book this Chile honeymoon and for more honeymoon destinations that include Africa, India, the Americas, Southeast Asia, and New Zealand. We would be happy to work with you and turn any of our trips into your dream honeymoon!
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Whenever possible, we select eco-luxury accommodations for our travelers: green options that do not compromise on aesthetics, amenities, service or security.
In addition, our online travel philanthropy program, Travel Matters, permits all travelers to make a donation to screened NGOs in the country they are visiting, whether or not they are traveling with us.
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