Valle Nevado, Chile
August 7-18, 2025
Trip Information: Matt Johnson: mattefjohnson@gmail.com
Have you ever wanted to ski in South America? Join us on a skiing and sight-seeing adventure in Santiago and Valle Nevado, Chile.
Valle Nevado, at nearly 10,000 feet in altitude, is part of the Tres Valles (Three Valleys) of the Andes, which also include El Colorado and La Parva, and the resort is located 90 miles from Santiago. It has extensive terrain and long runs, with excellent off-piste terrain and world-class heli-skiing that is rated the best in South America. The resort has full-service infrastructure that includes a pub, spa, and shopping.
Base elevation is 9843' and the summit is 12041' with a 2657' vertical drop. There are 17 lifts and 44 runs, with 14% beginner, 25% intermediate, 41% advanced, and 20% expert. Average snowfall is 324". There is snow making on 200 acres.
The trip departs on August 7, 2025, and arrives at the Santiago Airport on August 8. Then the group will enjoy a private half-day Santiago City bus ride and walking tour with English speaking guide(s) with a stop for a group lunch (including gratuity). Following lunch, the bus will proceed to Lapiz Lazul (lapis gift shop) and then a supermarket to purchase bottled water, Chilean wine, and snacks. Finally, the bus will continue to the Valle Nevado ski resort for a late afternoon group check-in.
From August 8-15, lodging will be at Hotel Puerta del Sol, a 4-star hotel. Half board is included. Enjoy breakfast at Mirador del Plomo restaurant and dinner at LaFourchette, Monte Bianco, Sur or Mirador del Plomo. You are responsible for making your dinner reservations and for tipping the wait staff. Dinner on the first night is at the Mirador del Plomo restaurant.
Amenities during your stay include unlimited Valle Nevado ski lift access and choice of one interconnect ticket to La parva or El Colorado ski areas. There is a ski rental shop and free ski valet and storage room on site along with a 20% discount, group prepaid Prestige Equipment Rental Package.
Other amenities include access to the fitness center, sauna, exercise room, aerobics and stretching lessons, outdoor heated pool, game room, pub and planned activities. Free Wi-Fi in rooms and public areas. Free internet access is available in the hotel cybercafe.
On August 15, on the way back to Satiago on a private motor coach, there will be a two-hour stop at Pueblito los dominicos, a quaint Chilean traditional and artisan craft market. The next adventure is a cable car ride on the Teleferico to the top of San Cristobal for a panoramic view of Santiago before continuing on for a 2-night stay at Hotel Plaza San Francisco, a 5-star hotel. The hotel is adjacent to the oldest church in the city. The balance of the day is sightseeing and dinner on your own.
August 16 will be a day on your own for sightseeing and shopping in Santiago.
On August 17, after checking out, there will be a private full day English speaking guided bus/walking tour to port cities Valparaiso, Vina del Mar, and Casablanca Valley Winery with group lunch (gratuity included). Following the tour, you will arrive at the airport for an evening flight home to arrive on August 18.
Land Only Pricing:
| $3,470 double occupancy per person |
$5,070 single occupancy |
Trip price will increase December 1 so register early!
Flight details and pricing are TBD. Group air requires a minimum of 10 people flying from Knoxville. Please contact Matt Johnson to indicate your preference of booking group or individual air. Do not book individual air until you know required arrive by times.
Valle Nevado Ski Resort
Santiago
Land Only Payment Schedule
November 30, 2024 $1,500
March 20, 2025 $1,650
90-Days from Departure: Balance
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