2-Week Chile Tour Packages

Insider tips: Recommended 2-week Chile tour itineraries

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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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• 14 Day Chile Itinerary, incl. Santiago and Lake District

  This vibrant 14-day Chilean tour connects 8 cities, from Santiago's urban energy to Puerto Montt's seaside appeal. Spend 3 days in Pucón's Lake District, 2 days at Huilo Huilo Reserve, and savor extensive wine tasting in Colchagua Valley.

  

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  • Days 1-2

    Santiago

    Begin in Chile's capital and take time to adjust to the altitude at 1,700 ft. Visit Plaza de Armas early, when street performers start around 10 AM. Take the funicular up Cerro San Cristóbal before noon to catch clear views of the Andes before the afternoon haze sets in. The metro system is modern and safe. Get a BIP card from any station for easy travel.

    
  • Days 3-4

    Colchagua Valley

    Head 2.5 hours south to Chile's wine country. Stay in Santa Cruz and hire a driver for wine tours since local police strictly enforce drinking and driving laws. Visit Cousiño Macul in the morning when it's cooler and less busy. Make tasting reservations at least 2 days ahead if visiting from December to February.

    
  • Day 5

    Chillán

    Stop for a night to break up your southern journey. Visit the Feria Artesanal between 9-11 AM when vendors are setting up and more open to price negotiations. Bring cash as most vendors don't take cards.

    
  • Days 6-8

    Pucón & Lake District

    Drive 4.5 hours south to Pucón for outdoor adventures. Book Villarrica Volcano hikes through your hotel to ensure proper safety equipment. The hike takes 6-8 hours round trip and includes crampons. Pack warm layers since mornings can be near freezing even in summer.

    
  • Days 9-10

    Huilo Huilo Reserve

    Explore this beautiful rainforest reserve with unique lodging options. Wear shoes with good grip for the canopy walks which get slippery after rain. Sign up for activities when you arrive since popular options like horseback riding fill up quickly.

    
  • Days 11-13

    Puerto Varas

    Experience the Lake District's German influence in your final stop. A recent visitor shared: "The lakeside path in Puerto Varas offers the best volcano views between 4-6 PM when the light hits Osorno perfectly. Get küchen from Café Danhke but go early as they sell out by afternoon."

    
  • Day 14

    Puerto Montt

    Drive 30 minutes to the airport. Leave extra time if traveling during morning rush hour from 7:30-9 AM.

    

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