2023 Liberty Common Chile Program
| Travel Dates: |
June 1, 2023 -
June 12, 2023
Dates are tentative
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| Program Tuition: |
$2,990 USD
Airfare not included in program tuition
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| Estimated Airfare: | $1,100 |
| Deadline(s): | Enrollment deadline forthcoming |
Tuition Calculator
There are two options for payment, including an interest-free installment plan. Follow whichever works best for your family. If we are within 90 days of travel, only the pay in full option is possible.
Program Tuition: $2,990
Pay in Full
$2,990.00
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Payment Plan
Pay a $500 deposit at the time of enrollment and establish an interest-free monthly payment plan. If you enroll today, your estimated* monthly payments would be:
$311.25
per month
All prices in United States Dollars.
Chile Cultural Journey
Buffered between the majestic Andes mountains on the east and over 2500 miles of Pacific coastline on the west, the wild geography unique to the Republic of Chile will leave its visitors breathless. The country famously hosts some of the most pristine natural settings in the planet- from the arid Atacama desert in the north to the rugged, glacial Patagonia in the south- but is also home to other vibrant urban environments as well. There is no shortage of rich cultural experiences in Valparaíso, the colorful cliffside hometown of Pablo Neruda; or in the dynamic metropolis of Santiago, Chile’s capital city home to over 7 million people; or when staying with host families in more off-the-beaten-path destinations like Concepción. Come see for yourself all that Chile has to offer!
Cultural Journeys
Cultural Journeys allow travelers to gain insights into the heritage, history and modern realities of their destination by offering a broad diversity of experience. We rely on the expertise of our local staff to plan itineraries which not only explore the prominent sites but also make time for the lesser-known local gems and are intentional about regular interaction with local people.
Program Highlights
Check out some of the featured experiences of your program!
Explore Santiago, one of the most dynamic cities in all of Latin America
Practice your Spanish language skills with locals
Indulge in amazing food such as the "completo," Chile's own take on the hot dog
The Itinerary
We do everything possible to run safe, engaging, and immersive programs for our travelers and given the unpredictable nature of international travel we must remain flexible in our planning. Changes to a schedule are uncommon but, we reserve the right to adjust programming in the best interest of the group.
| Date | Location | Activity | Lodging |
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| 1 | US - Santiago | Today we will depart the US and start our trip to Chile. | Flying |
| 2 | Arrive in Santiago | After settling in and an orientation meeting, students will set off to explore the grand capital. This day will be a historical day, including a walking tour of Cerro Santa Lucia, Barrio Lastarria, Palacio La Moneda, La Plaza de Armas, and El Catedral. Students will have dinner near the hotel and get a good night sleep to fight the jet-lag! | Hotel Neruda Express |
| 3 | Santiago | Today’s schedule will be an active experience, visiting Santiago’s most bustling highlights which include La Vega Mercado Central in the morning, Parque Forestal, a tour of the museum created from Poet Pablo Neruda’s city apartment- La Chascona, and a breathtaking ride of the teleférico to the top of Cerro San Cristobal for a 360 degree city view, and a leisurely stroll back down. | Hotel Neruda Express |
| 4 | Fly to San Pedro de Atacama | After having breakfast at the hotel, the group will head to the airport to fly to Calama. Upon arrival to Calama, the group will take a bus to the driest place in the world, San Pedro de Atacama and get situated in the hotel. After dinner they will participate in an astronomic tour in one of the world's best stargazing destitations! | Hotel la Casa de Don Tomas |
| 5 | San Pedro | Today the group will head head to San Pedro's most iconic locations, Valle de la Luna. This includes a trip to Tres Marias, Anfiteatro, Salt Caves, Dunes and a beautiful lookout at Coyote Rock. | Hotel la Casa de Don Tomas |
| 6 | San Pedro | Today the group will visit Piedras Rojas and las Lagunas Altiplanicas. | Hotel la Casa de Don Tomas |
| 7 | San Pedro | Today the group will visit Valle del Arco Iris (Rainbow Valley) in the morning, and then in the afternoon the group will visit and bathe in the Laguna Cejar, a salty lagoon! They will also see Ojos del Salar and another spectacular and beautifully colored lagoon, Laguna Tebinquinche. | Hotel la Casa de Don Tomas |
| 8 | San Pedro | Today the group will rise early to head to the Geysers del Tatio and visit a small town in the morning, then in the afternoon relax in the thermal baths, 8 natural big holes filled with water that's about 85 degrees Farenheit. | Hotel la Casa de Don Tomas |
| 9 | San Pedro | For the group's last full day in San Pedro, they will visit Salar De Tara, salt flats that are situated higher than 4,000 meters above sea level in the Flamingo National Reserve. The group will be able to see flamingos and various unique flora and fauna. They will also see the Monjes de Pacana, giant vertical rocks that were uniquely molded by the wind and look like monks. Then the group will head back to the hotel for a special last dinner in San Pedro! | Hotel la Casa de Don Tomas |
| 10 | Travel back to Santiago | After breakfast in the hotel, the group will fly back to Santiago, relax in the hotel and get ready for their adventure day in Valparaíso! | Hotel Neruda Express |
| 11 | Valparaíso | An epic adventure awaits in the port city of Valparaiso, only an hour and a half journey from Santiago. In this coastal and colorful town students will ride up and down the hidden funiculares to explore the UNESCO protected hillsides of Cerro Alegre and Cerro Concepción, taste local seafood, learn about the street art movement of Chile, and visit La Sebastiana, Poet Pablo Neruda’s beach home. After dinner, students will return back to Santiago at around 8pm. | Hotel Neruda Express |
| 12 | Fly Home | Last breakfast in Chile and fly home! | Your own bed, eventually! |
Accommodations
In order to provide a safe and memorable experience, we follow strict guidelines when choosing program accommodations. Walking Tree partners with hotels and guest houses which are centrally located, clean and safe. We vet and inspect the accommodations to ensure they uphold the ethos of our programs, are great values for our travelers and nice places to rest after enriching days of travel.
MR. Hotel Providencia
MR. Hotel Providencia is a comfortable three-star hotel located in Santiago’s upscale Providencia neighborhood. All rooms come equipped with A/C, a TV. The hotel has lounge areas and Wi-Fi access to keep everyone feeling comfortable and connected. Students will be grouped in their rooms according to gender and availability.
Hotel La Casa de Don Tomas
Hotel La Casa de Don Tomas provides clean and comfortable accommodations in an ideal location for the nearby adventures and natural wonders of the San Pedro de Atacama desert. As the name suggests, the modern amenities and friendly staff all make the hotel experience feel like a home away from home. There truly is no better place to relax in comfort and San Pedro style after a full day exploring your surroundings in this picturesque setting.
Safety and Support
EASY FUNDRAISING & PAYMENT
24/7 GLOBAL EMERGENCY LINE
HIGHLY VETTED PARTNERS
EXPERT LEADERSHIP
PRIVATE GROUP GUARANTEE
COMPREHENSIVE CURRICULUM SUPPORT
DEDICATION TO CULTURAL ENGAGEMENT
ALL-INCLUSIVE PRICING
I was very concerned about my daughter who has a peanut allergy travelling to a foreign country for the first time without us. Walking Tree was very sensitive to my concerns and reassured me that this is something they could handle and they did! I would send her again in a heartbeat. Thank you Walking Tree.
Kerry
Parent of Emilie, traveler on 2018 Service Program to Costa Rica
Your Adventure Includes
Estimated Airfare
In order to give our travelers the best possible price, we break out airfare from the Program Tuition. We will still handle all booking and ticketing via our flight partner who has access to special fares not available to the general public. Once confirmed, you will be invoiced for the flight roughly 75 days prior to travel.
Program Tuition Excludes: Travel insurance, baggage fees, passport/visa fees, laundry, souvenirs, and activities not listed on itinerary.
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Resource Center
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