2-Week Chile Tour Packages

Insider tips: Recommended 2-week Chile tour itineraries

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• 14 Days in Chile, incl. Santiago and Atacama Desert

  A grand 14-day Chilean tour takes you through 7 cities. Marvel at UNESCO sites in Valparaiso, float above Atacama Desert by hot air balloon, and unwind in Puritama Hot Springs. Premium hotels complement visits from Santiago's Plaza de Armas to Puerto Varas's Llanquihue Lake.

  

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  • Days 1-2

    Santiago & Maipo Valley

    Begin your journey in Santiago with a city tour of La Moneda presidential palace and Plaza de Armas. Visit Concha y Toro vineyard to sample wines at Latin America's largest wine exporter. The following day goes to Maipo Valley where you can pick from horseback riding, hiking to waterfalls or rafting on the Maipo River. You'll spend the night at a mountain lodge with amazing views of the Andes.

    
  • Days 3-7

    San Pedro de Atacama Desert Experience

    Fly to Calama in the morning and head to San Pedro de Atacama. Your five days here include: - A night trek through Salt Mountain Range under starlit skies - Sunrise hot air balloon ride over the desert (bring warm layers for chilly desert mornings) - An evening tour of Valle de la Luna's unique rock formations - A relaxing visit to Puritama Hot Springs (28-31°C) - Sandboarding on massive 200m dunes - Buggy rides through Salt Mountain Range - Swimming in Baltinache salt lagoons where high minerals make floating easy

    
  • Days 8-9

    Valparaiso & Wine Country

    Return to Santiago then travel to Casablanca Valley for wine tasting and traditional Chilean lunch. Next stop is Valparaiso where you'll learn to make Chilean dishes like empanadas, ceviche and pisco sour at Mercado Cardonal. Spend the next day viewing the city's street art and visiting Pablo Neruda's La Sebastiana house.

    
  • Days 10-14

    Lakes District - Puerto Varas

    Head south to Puerto Varas to explore Chile's Lakes District. See the Petrohué Waterfalls in Vicente Pérez Rosales National Park with Osorno Volcano as your backdrop. Take trips to nearby towns like Frutillar and Puerto Octay along Lake Llanquihue. These spots blend German and Chilean influences which you'll notice in the local food. Spend your final days enjoying the peaceful lakeside setting.

    

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• 14 Days in Chile, incl. Santiago and Patagonia

  A 14-day Chilean tour through 5 cities features 3 lunches and 3 dinners. Your route leads from Santiago's Plaza de Armas to Atacama's Valle de la Luna, with luxurious stays at Hotel Cumbres Vitacura and Adventure Domes Ecocamp in Torres del Paine.

  

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  • Days 1-3

    Santiago & Wine Country

    Arrive in Santiago in the afternoon to avoid rush hour traffic. Visit Cerro San Cristóbal for city views and explore Plaza de Armas. On Day 2, take a 1.5-hour trip to Maipo Valley and visit Cousiño Macul in the morning when it's cooler. Day 3, drive the coastal route to Valparaiso (90 minutes). Get there early to see the street art before the crowds arrive.

    
  • Days 4-6

    Atacama Desert

    Take a 2.5-hour flight to Calama and transfer to San Pedro de Atacama. Visit Valle de la Luna at sunset to see the best colors. For the Tatio Geysers, pack layers. Temperatures start near freezing at dawn but get hot by mid-morning. Visit Laguna Chaxa for flamingo watching. A telephoto lens will help you get great shots.

    
  • Days 7-8

    Lake District

    Fly from Calama to Puerto Montt via Santiago. Use Puerto Montt as your base to explore Vicente Perez Rosales National Park. If you go rafting on the Petrohué River, wear quick-dry clothes and good shoes. The volcanic rocks get slippery.

    
  • Days 9-12

    Patagonia

    Take a 2-hour 10-minute flight to Punta Arenas to visit the Magdalena Island penguin colony. Check the weather before booking boat tours. The drive to Torres del Paine takes 5 hours. Take your time and stop for photos along the way. Stay at the Ecocamp for convenient hiking access. Bring good rain gear no matter when you visit. The weather in Patagonia changes quickly.

    
  • Days 13-14

    Santiago

    End your trip back in Santiago. The Providencia neighborhood offers a quiet, central location to stay. Leave extra time to get to the airport on your last day because traffic can be unpredictable.

    

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• 14 Days in Chile, incl. Santiago and Patagonia

  A comprehensive 14-day Chilean tour visits 7 destinations from Santiago to Punta Arenas. Includes 13 nights accommodation, 20 meals, featuring Petrohué waterfalls, Chiloé's palafitos, and 4 full days in Torres del Paine National Park with various activities.

  

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  • Days 1-2

    Santiago

    Begin your trip in Chile's capital and take some time to adjust to the altitude of 1,706 feet. Start with a morning city tour to Plaza de Armas at 9 AM before it gets busy. Book your stay in the Lastarria neighborhood to walk easily to main attractions. Try the Pisco Sour tasting after lunch since morning tastings can be too much if you're dealing with jet lag.

    
  • Days 3-5

    Lake District

    Take a 2-hour flight to Puerto Varas. Book morning flights to avoid the common afternoon storms. Visit the Angelmó fish market in Puerto Montt between 7-9 AM when fresh catches arrive. At Vicente Pérez Rosales National Park, make sure to wear good hiking shoes as the paths near Petrohué Falls are often wet and slippery. Take the Todos Los Santos Lake cruise in the morning for the best volcano views before clouds move in.

    
  • Days 6-7

    Chiloé Island

    The ferry from Pargua to Chiloé takes 30 minutes and runs every 15 minutes. Bring motion sickness medication as the water can get rough. Visit Castro's palafitos when the tide is high for the best photos. Try the traditional Chilean feast called curanto at Mercado Yumbel, where they cook it underground the traditional way.

    
  • Days 8-9

    Punta Arenas

    Flying south to Punta Arenas takes 2 hours. Morning flights are usually less bumpy. Bundle up for the Seno Otway penguin colony. The best time to see penguins is September through March, with December and January being peak months. As one visitor shared: "The morning penguins were much more active than afternoon visits. Pack binoculars - they get surprisingly close but good optics make a difference."

    
  • Days 10-13

    Torres del Paine

    The drive from Punta Arenas takes 4 hours through remote areas. Download maps offline and pack snacks. Start the Base Torres hike by 7 AM to avoid strong afternoon winds. The weather changes quickly so bring layers and rain gear regardless of the forecast. Book mountain lodges at least 6 months ahead if visiting December through February.

    
  • Day 14

    Departure

    Plan 4 hours to get back to Punta Arenas airport from Torres del Paine. Strong winds can affect road conditions, especially from June to August. Most international flights require staying overnight in Santiago, so plan your schedule accordingly.

    

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