Cuisine in Chile – Expert tips
Chileans are known for their love of salt and often add salt to cooked food before even tasting it! Be sure to taste your dishes first before adding.
Caldillo de Congrio, a soup made of conger, eel and vegetables, finds mention in Nobel Laureate Pablo Neruda’s poem Oda al Caldillo de Congrio.
Why not try some typical Chilean food?
- Curanto: stew made from various shellfish
- Machas a la parmesana: parmesan clams
- Fresh salmon: the name says it all!
- Asado: a type of barbecue particularly favored during family gatherings
- Completo: a type of hot dog loaded with sauerkraut, avocado, mayonnaise, mustard and cheese – a popular type of street food in Chile
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History
Watch centuries of history unfold before you on your private Chile tour. From distinct indigenous beginnings to Inca influence, the Mapuche, Spanish colonialism, and its present-day prosperity, discover Chile through its history!
Culture
A mix of indigenous and Spanish colonial influence, Chile is home to myriad cultural identities, including illustrious creative minds such as Pablo Neruda, the famous gauchos of Patagonia, and mystical Moai statues of Easter Island!
Best Time To Visit
The seasons in the southern hemisphere are exactly opposite to what we experience. The best time to travel to Chile depends entirely on what you wish to do on your Chile holidays.
Chile Travel Guide
VIEWPopular Trips to Chile
Hop across the hemisphere to explore some of the most beautiful landscapes in the world. Delve into the region’s history and culture at Buenos Aires before heading for El Calafate to marvel at the incredible beauty of the Perito Moreno Glacier. At Torres del Paine National Park, go hiking and horse riding past ancient forests…
Venture out on an adventurous journey to the South Pole! Experience what only a few have experienced before you and cross the southernmost point of our earth – in just eleven days. You’ll be crossing the Drake Strait in an airplane instead of a ship, making it possible to do this journey in a short…
Experience all the highlights of the Antarctic Peninsula in just eight days! This expedition is ideal if you have limited time and are making your maiden voyage to the seventh continent. Fly over the famous Drake Strait by charter plane and land on King George Island in the archipelago of the South Shetland Islands, where…
Embark on an enchanting journey from the scorching Atacama desert to the fjords of Patagonia to uncover Chile’s natural and cultural treasures. This customizable vacation takes you through the vibrant capital of Santiago, the breathtaking Torres del Paine National Park, and Chile’s Wine Region. One of the highlights of this trip is getting to visit…
Journey from the bustling streets of Santiago de Chile to the stunning Chilean Patagonia and Atacama, where we promise you will be seeing stars! Appreciate star constellations under the guidance of trained astrologers, and uncover the natural beauty of Chile’s contrasting landscapes.
Experience extreme sceneries on your Bolivia and Chile tour. Haunting landscapes, glittering salt pans and the world’s oldest desert will take your breath away!
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