From the high Andes of Valle Nevado to the volcanic Nevados de Chillan
Our Chile Roadtrip from Concepción to Santiago is about exploring more than just one mountain. The trip connects two very different zones in the Chilean Andes, the volcanic terrain of Nevados de Chillán and the high altitude slopes of Valle Nevado. With a local snowboard guide and a Mint Tours guide taking care of the logistics, you can focus on the riding while traveling through Chile and experiencing two iconic mountains along the way.
The trip kicks off in Nevados de Chillán, where you will spend five nights and four full days riding in-bounds with the guides while staying ski-in ski-out at the luxury Termas de Chillán Hotel. Breakfast, lunch and dinner are included, along with access to the hotel’s thermal pools, yoga and spa after riding. The resort sits on an active volcano and from the chairlift you can see steam rising from volcanic vents. The terrain offers wide open slopes up high, along with bowls, gullies and playful natural features across the mountain. Chillán is known for big storms, and when a system rolls through the Andes you can expect deep pow days with refills every lap. Staying on the mountain means you are ready to go when the lifts start turning each morning. For those wanting to explore the backcountry, snowmobile access can also be booked in Chillán when conditions allow.
After five nights in the mountains, the trip heads north toward Santiago. On transfer day we stop at a Chilean winery where you can enjoy lunch in the vineyard before continuing the journey.
The final two nights are spent in downtown Santiago, giving you time to experience the city in the evenings. On one of those days we drive high into the Andes, climbing the famous 55 switchbacks that lead up to Valle Nevado. Sitting above 10,000 feet and overlooking Santiago far below, the mountain offers wide open terrain and long fall-line runs that ride very differently to Chillán. With the guides you will spend the day exploring the best zones on the mountain before heading back down the switchbacks to Santiago for our final night in town, spent enjoying a meal together. The tour concludes in Santiago the next morning.
Date
19 AUG- 26 AUG, 2026
Price
Twin Share - $4,500 pp
Single Room - $5,100 pp
Ability
Intermediate to advanced
Group size
Maximum 8 pax
Why Travel With Mint
When you travel with Mint, you are booking with an experienced and accredited operator that understands snowboard travel. We are a registered member of AFTA and IATA and operate in accordance with the ATAS Charter and Code of Conduct, so you can book with confidence knowing your trip is handled by a responsible and accountable travel provider. With over 20 years of experience organizing snowboard trips around the world, we take care of the logistics so you can focus on the riding. We can also assist with travel insurance, stopovers and any pre or post tour arrangements.
Chile Roadtrip
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ABILITY & PACE
This tour is designed for strong intermediate to advanced riders who are comfortable riding the whole mountain, including steeper runs, off piste terrain and variable snow conditions. It is not suitable for beginners or first time snowboarders. Both Nevados de Chillán and Valle Nevado use T-bars in parts of the mountain, so you should be confident using these lifts or open to learning during the trip. Riders should also be comfortable spending full days on the mountain and keeping up with the group throughout the day.
TOUR STYLE
This trip focuses on exploring the mountain with local knowledge and making the most of the conditions each day. Riding is all in-bounds at both Nevados de Chillán and Valle Nevado, with the guides helping you find the best terrain and zones on the mountain. Short hikes may occasionally be used to reach certain areas, but no touring or backcountry travel is required. For those wanting to explore beyond the resort boundaries, snowmobile accessed backcountry riding can be booked in Nevados de Chillán when conditions allow.
ACCOMMODATION
In Nevados de Chillán you will stay five nights ski-in ski-out at the luxury Termas de Chillán Hotel. Breakfast, lunch and dinner are included, along with access to the hotel’s thermal pools, yoga and spa after riding. The final two nights are spent in Santiago at the Wyndham Pettra Hotel in Lo Barnechea, a comfortable base on the edge of Santiago and close to the road that leads up to Valle Nevado. Single Rooms (1 person per room) and Twin Share Rooms (2 people per room) are available.
SNOW & CONDITIONS
This tour is scheduled during the heart of the South American winter, when storm systems regularly move across the Andes. Nevados de Chillán is known for strong storms that can deliver deep pow days, while Valle Nevado’s high elevation above 10,000 feet often helps preserve snow quality. By visiting two different mountain zones, the trip increases the chances of finding the best conditions during your time in Chile.
FULLY GUIDED
This tour is fully guided by a local snowboard guide together with a Mint Tours guide. Both guides are on the mountain each day, helping you explore the terrain and find the best zones based on the conditions. The local guide brings deep knowledge of the mountains, while the Mint guide keeps the trip running smoothly from start to finish and ensures the group is looked after throughout the journey.
GROUP SIZE & EXPERIENCE
This is a small group tour with a maximum of 8 guests, allowing the guides to adapt each day to the group and move efficiently around the mountain. Smaller groups mean less waiting, more flexibility and more time riding the best terrain. While on the mountain you will have two guides riding with the group each day. A local snowboard guide with deep knowledge of the terrain at both Nevados de Chillán and Valle Nevado, along with an experienced Mint Tours guide who hosts the trip from start to finish.
ESSENTIAL INFO
INCLUDES
✔ 5 nights staying ski-in/ski-out at Hotel Termas Chillán (single & twin room options)
✔ 2 nights staying at a 4-star hotel in Lo Barnechea, Santiago
✔ 5 buffet breakfasts at Hotel Termas Chillán
✔ 4 buffet lunches at Hotel Termas Chillán
✔ 5 buffet dinners at Hotel Termas Chillán
✔ 2 buffet breakfasts at the Santiago hotel
✔ Access to thermal pools and spa facilities at Hotel Termas Chillán
✔ 4-day lift pass at Nevados de Chillán
✔ 4 guided riding days at Nevados de Chillán
✔ 1 guided riding day at Valle Nevado
✔ Local snowboard guides in Nevados de Chillán and Valle Nevado
✔ Experienced Mint Tours guide on-snow daily
✔ Arrival day group transfer from Concepción Airport to Hotel Termas Chillán
✔ Group transfer from Hotel Termas Chillán to Santiago hotel
✔ Group transfers between Santiago hotel and Valle Nevado
✔ Private transport throughout the tour
✔ Comprehensive pre-departure guide and trip planning support
✔ Fully hosted Mint Tours experience from arrival to departure
EXCLUDES
✔ 2 lunches
✔ 2 dinners
✔ 1-day lift ticket at Valle Nevado (Ikon Pass destination)
✔ Flights, visas and travel insurance
✔ Meals, drinks or snacks not listed above
✔ Rental equipment
✔ Guide gratuities
✔ Optional snowmobile backcountry experiences in Nevados de Chillán
✔ Personal expenses
DATES
August 19 to August 26, 2026
ROOM OPTIONS AND PRICES
Twin Share – $4,500 per person
Two people per room. Rooms are configured with either a King bed or two single beds and are best suited for guests traveling together.
Single Room – $5,100 per person
Private room with a King bed for one guest.
PAYMENT TERMS
A 50% deposit is payable to secure your booking. The balance is due 90 days prior to tour departure.
Places are limited and bookings are confirmed on receipt of deposit.
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WHY TRAVEL WITH MINT TOURS?
In a rapidly changing travel industry it’s important to know that your travel provider is accredited, accountable and responsible. Mint is a registered member of AFTA and IATA and conducts business in accordance with the ATAS Charter and Code of Conduct.
When you travel with Mint you can have peace of mind that you are booking with a qualified and established travel operator with over 20 years of expertise. As a full-service travel agent, we can also assist with travel insurance, stopovers and pre- or post-tour arrangements.
As this is a small group tour with limited availability, we recommend getting in touch early to avoid missing out.
HOW DO I RESERVE MY SPOT?
To reserve your spot on the tour you can enquire online, call us directly or email our tour manager:
EMAIL [email protected]
CALL +1 503 994 1919
As this is a small group tour with limited availability, we recommend getting in touch early to avoid missing out.
WHAT HAPPENS ON ARRIVAL AND DEPARTURE DAY?
Once you’ve signed up for the tour we will send you a comprehensive guide with details about the tour including arrival and departure procedures, a map of where we meet, recommended arrival and departure times, flight options, visa requirements and transportation information.
HOW MANY PEOPLE ARE ON THIS TOUR?
Each tour is different, but we know that offering one of the smallest client-to-guide ratios in the industry allows you to snowboard at your preferred pace and ultimately leads to a better experience for everyone.
This tour has a maximum of 8 guests, with two guides on-snow. Keeping the groups small means less time waiting and more time riding.
ABILITY LEVEL
This tour is best suited for strong intermediate to advanced snowboarders who are confident riding the whole mountain, including off-piste terrain.
You will need to be able to ride a T-Bar for this tour, or be open to learning. Weather and snow conditions are impossible to predict, so guests must be prepared to ride a variety of terrain and snow conditions.
If you have never ridden powder or tend to avoid it at your local resort, this tour is not be the best place to learn.
When you are ready to book we will ask you to self-evaluate your ability. The more accurately you assess your riding level, the better the experience will be for both you and the group. If you are unsure, please contact one of our tour specialists and we will be happy to help determine if this tour is right for you.
WHAT TYPE OF TERRAIN WILL WE RIDE?
All guiding is conducted within the resort boundaries. Both Nevados de Chillán and Valle Nevado are known for their expansive in-bounds terrain and natural features. Our guides focus on finding the best snow and terrain each day, which may include groomers, powder fields and natural halfpipes, depending on conditions.
WHAT IS IN-BOUNDS TERRAIN?
All guiding on this tour takes place within the ski resort boundaries. There is no backcountry guiding included on this tour. Backcountry safety equipment is not required. However, if you prefer to ride with avalanche gear you are welcome to do so.
While staying in Nevados de Chillán there may be opportunities to book snowmobile-assisted backcountry riding with local operators. These experiences are condition dependent and cannot be pre-booked, but your guide will be able to assist with arranging them while you are in resort.
WHO ARE THE GUIDES?
All of our tours are guided by friendly, knowledgeable and highly experienced snowboard guides who are passionate about the mountains. You will have a local snowboard guide in each destination, along with a Mint Tours host throughout the trip to ensure everything runs smoothly.
ARE FLIGHTS INCLUDED?
No, flights are not included in the tour price. If you would like assistance with flights, we can help arrange the best options for the tour with no booking fees.
DO I NEED TRAVEL INSURANCE?
While travel insurance is not mandatory, we strongly recommend purchasing travel insurance when booking your trip. Travel insurance can protect you against unexpected cancellations, travel disruptions, medical expenses and lost luggage.
WHAT HAPPENS ONCE I’VE BOOKED?
Once you have booked your spot on the tour, we will send you a booking confirmation along with updates about the trip. You will receive detailed information including arrival instructions, recommended flights, visa requirements and transportation information. A full Pre-Departure Guide will be sent approximately 30 days before departure. Prior to the tour commencing you will also be invited to join a group chat with your guide and fellow guests.
HOW DO I GET TO CHILE?
Once you have booked, you will receive further details outlining travel options for getting to Chile. If it’s your first time travelling to South America, or if you are unsure about travel arrangements, we may also be able to connect you with other guests travelling on the tour.
HOW DO WE TRAVEL BETWEEN RESORTS?
Private transport is provided throughout the tour. There is space for one snowboard bag and one suitcase per guest. The tour concludes in Santiago, and guests departing that day will need to arrange their own taxi or Uber transfer to the airport.
ARE LIFT TICKETS INCLUDED?
A 4-day lift ticket at Nevados de Chillán is included in the tour. Guests will need to purchase a 1-day lift ticket for Valle Nevado. If you have a valid IKON Pass, you may be able to use it at Valle Nevado as it is an IKON Pass destination.
WHAT EQUIPMENT SHOULD I BRING?
You will receive a packing list once you have booked the tour. Chile’s ski resorts sit high in the Andes Mountains and winter storms can last for several days, so it’s important to be prepared for cold and variable weather conditions.
We recommend bringing:
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Waterproof snowboard jacket and pants
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Lightweight insulated mid-layer
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Merino base layers
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Waterproof gloves and liner gloves
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Goggles with low-light and high-light lenses
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Sunglasses
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Balaclava or neck warmer
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Beanie
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Sunscreen and lip balm
We strongly recommend bringing your own snowboard equipment for the tour.
WHO WILL BE ON MY TOUR?
Your group will be made up of travellers from a variety of backgrounds and age groups who share a passion for snowboarding and exploring new destinations. Our tours tend to attract like-minded riders who enjoy great snow, good company and the adventure of traveling to unique mountain destinations.
CAN I ARRIVE EARLY OR STAY ON AFTER THE TOUR?
For most tours you are welcome to arrive earlier or stay longer. We can help arrange additional accommodation, flights or travel plans before or after the tour. Speak with one of our tour specialists when booking and we will be happy to assist.
SHOULD I TIP THE GUIDES?
Tipping is customary on guided snow tours and is a great way to thank your guides for their efforts throughout the trip. While it is not mandatory, many guests choose to tip their guides at the end of the tour if they feel they have had a great experience.
QUESTIONS OR READY TO BOOK?
We’re here to help. If you’ve got questions or need more info, just get in touch and we’ll talk you through the details. Ready to lock in your spot? Give us a call or send us an email.
EMAIL [email protected]
PHONE +1 503 994 1919
DEPOSITS AND PAYMENTS
A 50% deposit is required to secure your spot. The remaining balance is due 90 days before your tour begins.
TERMS & CONDITIONS
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