12-Day Exploration of Chile's Diverse and Photogenic Landscapes

Wild flowers blooming in Torres del Paine, Chile

What to expect on this itinerary

Explore diverse and extreme landscapes that range from sweeping golden sand seas to flourishing floral meadows, frozen glacial mountains, red-rock moonlike rifts, and sprawling colorful neighborhoods by the sea on this 12-day Chile itinerary. Customize your adventure to suit your travel desires and have your camera ready as you journey to see the beauty of Santiago, Patagonia, and the Atacama Desert.

Countries Visited

Chile

Places Visited

Santiago (City), Torres del Paine National Park, San Pedro de Atacama

Suggested Duration

12 Days

Customizable Itinerary

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Day 1

Santiago - Views of the Andes Peaks

The modern and cultural skyline of Santiago is wedged in a valley between the soaring summits of the Andes mountains and Chilean Coast Range. The city’s historic colonial core hosts landmarks that reflect the turn of centuries, its vibrant neighborhoods boast charming cafés and expansive museums, and its lush parklands reimagine natural spaces within the city. The juxtaposition of the city and snowy peaks that flank its borders will seduce you as you transfer from the airport to accommodation around the corner from the action.

What's Included:

Transfer
Accommodation
Day 2

Santiago - Wine Tasting in the Maipo Valley

Day 3

Santiago - Day Tour to Discover Valparaíso and Viña del Mar

Day 4

Torres del Paine National Park - Andean Arrival in Patagonia

Day 5

Torres del Paine National Park - Cross the Ascencio Valley

Day 6

Torres del Paine National Park - Capture the Grey Glacier

Day 7

Santiago - Witness the Purple Sunrise of Torres del Paine

Day 8

San Pedro de Atacama - Stargazing in the Atacama Desert

Day 9

San Pedro de Atacama - Floating On the Waters of Chaxa

Day 10

San Pedro de Atacama - Tatio Geysers and Valle de la Luna

Day 11

Santiago - Back to the Beginning

Day 12

Santiago - So Long, Santiago

Trip Highlights

  • Savor the sumptuous Cabernet Sauvignons, Carmenere, and Bordeaux Blends that derive from the thriving and pristine vineyards of the Maipo Valley
  • Head for the coastal port city of Valparaíso on a day tour to view its distinct, colorful skyline and visit the sparkling resort town of Viña del Mar
  • Cross the Ascencio Valley of Patagonia to view the momentous frozen Towers of Paine and traverse the lenga forests and rugged mountain trails en route
  • Cruise across the gleaming turquoise Lake Pehoe to the phenomenal Grey Glacier trail and hike to view the immaculate frozen landscape from a sweeping vantage point
  • Snapshot unbelievable purple, pink, and orange sunrise photography in Torres del Paine National Park from observation decks at the end of gorgeous forest trails
  • Absorb the wonders of the cosmos during an astronomical tour in the Atacama Desert, one of the world’s greatest stargazing spots
  • Journey over the sprawling desert sand seas of Atacama on a tour that will take you to the salt-enriched Chaxa lagoon and the crystalline Salar de Atacama salt pan
  • Embrace the historic energy and magnificent geothermal landscapes of the Atacama desert on a tour of the famous Tatio Geysers and moonlike Valle de la Luna terrain

Starting Price

$4,900 per person (excluding international flights)

Your Zicasso trip is fully customizable, and this sample itinerary is a starting place for your travel plans. Actual costs are dynamic, and your selection of accommodations and activities, your season of travel, and other such variables will bring this budget guideline up or down. Throughout your planning experience with your Zicasso specialist, your itinerary is designed around your budget. You can book your trip when you are satisfied with every detail. Planning your trip with a Zicasso travel specialist is a free service.

What's Included

  • Accommodations
  • In-country transportation
  • Some or all activities and tours
  • Expert trip planning
  • 24x7 support during your trip

Your final trip cost will vary based on your selected accommodations, activities, meals, and other trip elements that you opt to include.

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Verified Traveler Reviews

Based on 44 reviews

Melissa L.
Chile Trip Review: Santiago, Winery Experience, 1-Week Tour

We had an excellent trip to Chile. All the transfers and guides were on time, friendly, and knowledgeable. The trip was exactly as described, with no bad surprises! The accommodations were clean and well-located. The Zicasso company representatives stayed in touch with us before and during the trip, but we didn't need any assistance. We would book with them again.

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Ilana S.
Chile Tour Review: Patagonia, Atacama Desert, Hiking, Kayaking, Star Gazing, 10-Night Trip

We enjoyed our trip, though I would have planned it differently. It was a very active trip, as we had requested. Traveling through Chile is tricky because it is long and the flights all go through Santiago. The travel days seemed really long with all the driving to get to locations. I may have planned the itinerary for some downtime, whether at a hotel with a nice pool or by a beach. Overall though, the trip was nice. Chile was nice.

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Artinder N.
Argentina Trip Review: One-Week Tour

"My Zicasso travel specialists planned a great itinerary. Every event took place on time and all the personnel involved were punctual."

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PAULA G.
Argentina, Chile Vacation Review: Two-Week Trip

"Our Zicasso travel operator did a wonderful job of helping us organize our trip. We were very happy with our accommodations and transport."

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Silvia B.
Argentina, Chile Travel Review: One-Week Vacation

"Their commitment to excellence, professional staff, and unparalleled customer service ensured my experience exceeded all expectations."

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Corrie T.
Chile, Argentina Tour Review: Perito Moreno Glacier, Torres del Paine, Patagonia

"Our tour operator planned an amazing, memorable vacation for us. The people we worked with were great from the very beginning."

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Customizable Itinerary

This is a sample itinerary to inspire a personalized trip designed with your travel specialist.

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