Chile Highlights: Santiago & Torres del Paine

Chile Highlights: Santiago & Torres del Paine

HIGHLIGHTS

Santiago de Chile - Puerto Natales - Torres del Paine National Park - Valparaíso

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HIGHLIGHTS

Santiago de Chile - Puerto Natales - Torres del Paine National Park - Valparaíso

days 9
  • Discover the granite towers of Torres del Paine, an iconic Patagonian landmark, along with turquoise lakes and the mighty Grey Glacier.
  • Visit Puerto Natales, a quiet Patagonian town where you can unwind after your adventures, tasting local lamb dishes and craft beers.
  • Explore the Casablanca Valley, sample its world-renowned wines, and in Valparaíso, step inside the home of Nobel Prize-winning poet Pablo Neruda.

Prepare for Torres del Paine, one of the famous national parks in Patagonia. Visit Puerto Natales, a town that is the perfect base for hiking, glacier tours, and breathtaking nature. This trip is ideal for travelers seeking dramatic landscapes, fresh air, and outdoor adventure.
Each excursion reveals Patagonia’s wild beauty, from granite towers and turquoise lakes to the massive Grey Glacier. Beyond hiking, you can kayak, horseback ride, or sail through fjords. And after a day of exploration, relax in town with local lamb dishes and craft beers.

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Day 1

Welcome to Santiago de Chile

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  • Transfer from the airport to your hotel (around 30 min.). Afternoon free. 

Nestled between the Andes Mountains and the Pacific Ocean, Santiago is a modern, lively city that surprises curious travelers at every turn. From its viewpoints, you’ll see snow-capped peaks and the lush Maipo Valley, home to some of Chile’s best wines.

This is also the land of Pisco Sour, bold Cabernet Sauvignon, and the trendy “Sanhattan” district—Santiago’s own mix of Manhattan flair and local style, perfect for those who love shopping and discovering new flavors.

 

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What to do on your first day in Santiago?
Kick off your adventure with a visit to Santa Lucía Hill, a historic downtown garden with incredible views over the city. Step inside Pablo Neruda’s former home, now a museum filled with the spirit of Chile’s most celebrated poet. Stroll through Santiago’s bohemian neighborhood, full of cafés, restaurants, and pubs buzzing with life. And don’t miss the gondola ride up San Cristóbal Hill, where the city unfolds beneath you and the Andes frame the skyline.

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Day 2

Explore Santiago - City Tour

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  • Half-day private city tour exploring Santiago’s parks and San Cristóbal Hill.

Today, we’ll pick you up at your hotel and set out to discover some of Santiago’s greenest corners and most charming neighborhoods. We’ll begin with a stroll through Forestal Park, a cultural and recreational landmark that’s always buzzing with local life. From there, we’ll wander into Bellavista, a colorful neighborhood full of art, restaurants, and lively bars.

Next, hop on the Cable Car to reach the Metropolitan Park—the largest urban park in Chile and home to some of the city’s best views. Here, we’ll visit the iconic statue of the Virgin of the Immaculate Conception and enjoy breathtaking panoramas of Santiago framed by the Andes.

We’ll finish our 5-hour tour at Bicentennial Park, one of the capital’s most beautiful green spaces, perfect for soaking in the calm side of the city. After this refreshing half-day adventure, we’ll take you back to your hotel.

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Day 3

From Santiago to Puerto Natales

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  • Flight to Puerto Natales

Head with a transfer to Santiago Airport and take a flight to Puerto Natales. Upon arrival, a transfer will take you to your hotel. Then, enjoy your day at leisure.

Puerto Natales offers calm streets, cozy lodges, and wide views of fjords and mountains, while opening the gates to Torres del Paine National Park.

 

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  • Optional tour to Balmaceda and Serrano Glaciers

You have no tour scheduled for this day, but Balmaceda and Serrano’s navigation is our recommendation! Take a fully-equipped boat to sail the Last Hope Channel for about 3 hours.

See different natural highlights from your boat (like a hidden waterfall) while enjoying a hot coffee on board. Spot wildlife like the toninas (Magellanic dolphins), and seal lions in Punta Lobos.

Reach El Toro Port and embark on a 1-hour guided hike through forest and lagoon shore to Serrano Glacier. End the day with a tasty Patagonian lunch and a whiskey toast in Perales Ranch. Finally, return to Puerto Natales.

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Day 4

Torres del Paine Full Day Visit

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  • Full-Day Torres del Paine & Milodón Cave

We’ll pick you up from your hotel in Puerto Natales and start our journey north to Villa Cerro Castillo, capital of the Torres del Paine commune (59 km / about 45 minutes). Along the way, the scenery will already surprise you—Magellanic forests, glacial valleys, mountain ranges, and shimmering lakes. If the weather is kind, we may even spot condors nesting on the cliffs.

Our first stop will be at Lake Sarmiento viewpoint, with sweeping views of the Paine Massif. We’ll then continue to Laguna Amarga, a favorite spot for flamingos, before entering Torres del Paine National Park. Inside, we’ll stop at different highlights: Lake Nordenskjöld, Salto Grande waterfall, Pehoé Lake viewpoint, Weber Bridge, Paine River, and finally Grey Lake, where we’ll pause for lunch and time to explore.

On the way back, we’ll leave the park through the southern entrance and make our last visit to the Milodón Cave Natural Monument, a fascinating site of paleontological and archaeological significance. After this 10-hour tour, we’ll return to Puerto Natales.

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Day 5

Grey Glacier Navigation

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  • Full-Day Grey Glacier Navigation 

We’ll pick you up from your hotel in Puerto Natales and head into Torres del Paine National Park. At Hotel Lago Grey, we’ll check in an hour before departure and begin a short adventure just to reach the pier: a 35–40 minute walk crossing a bridge, a lenga forest, and Grey Beach itself.

From there, we’ll board the Grey III catamaran and set sail across the lake. Along the way, enjoy the sight of floating icebergs, dramatic peaks, and lush Patagonian landscapes. The boat will bring us close to the immense Grey Glacier so you can fully appreciate its blue walls.

After this unforgettable, 10-hour excursion, we’ll walk back to the parking area where our vehicle will be waiting to return to Puerto Natales.

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Day 6

Leisure Day in Puerto Natales

Puerto Natales Bike tour

 

  • Day at Leisure in Puerto Natales

Today is yours to enjoy Puerto Natales at your own pace. You might take a relaxing walk along the shores of Last Hope Sound, hop on a bike to explore this picturesque Patagonian town, or even join an optional excursion.

 

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– Optional tour – Puerto Natales Bike City Tour

 

 Discover the city on two wheels! Meet your guide and small group downtown and spend about 3 hours pedaling through Natales. Ride along charming streets, pass by monuments, cycle the newly renovated waterfront, and reach the historic Braun Blanchard Pier. End the tour at Arturo Prat Square, the town’s heart, where you’ll connect with local culture and everyday life.

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Day 7

From Puerto Natales to Valparaíso

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At the specified time, you will be transferred to the Puerto Natales Airport. Upon arrival, you will be transferred to your hotel in Valparaíso, a World Heritage City declared by UNESCO.

 

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Optional tour: Valparaíso & Viña del Mar Day Tour

We’ll begin in Plaza Victoria, surrounded by Peruvian sculptures, and wander through downtown until we reach Plaza Sotomayor and the historic Prat port. From here, we’ll take our first gondola of the day up to the elegant Baburizza Palace, built in 1916. Along the way, admire the colorful hillside houses overlooking the city and bay before descending on another classic gondola.

Leaving Valparaíso behind, we’ll continue to Viña del Mar—Chile’s favorite summer getaway. Stroll along the coast and its pier that stretches into the Pacific Ocean, and stop at the iconic Reloj de Flores, a giant clock made entirely of flowers. After a full day by the sea, we’ll drive you back to your hotel in Santiago.

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Day 8

Wine Tasting in Casablanca Valley & Pablo Neruda’s house in Isla Negra

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  • Casablanca Valley & Isla Negra Day Tour

This morning, we’ll pick you up from your hotel in Valparaíso and begin our drive towards the Casablanca Valley. Along the way, take in the beauty of Chile’s native forests, with palm trees, eucalyptus groves, and the sanctuary of Virgen de Lo Vásquez—one of the region’s most emblematic pilgrimage sites.

After about an hour, we’ll arrive in Casablanca Valley, a wine region with 350 hectares of vineyards that have earned worldwide fame for their crisp Chardonnays, refreshing Sauvignon Blancs, and elegant Pinot Noirs. We’ll visit a local vineyard with an expert guide, taste three exquisite wines, and walk through the vines while soaking up the valley’s natural charm.

Our journey continues to Isla Negra, where we’ll visit the seaside home of Chile’s most celebrated poet, Pablo Neruda (Nobel Prize in Literature, 1971). His house—now a museum—holds his eclectic collections and offers breathtaking views of the Pacific Ocean, a place that inspired much of his work.

At the end of this 8-hour tour, we’ll drive you back to your hotel in Valparaíso.

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Day 9

From Valparaíso to Santiago’s Airport

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Today, a transfer will pick you up and take you to Santiago’s Airport. This is the end of your tip.

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  • Prices in US Dollars.
  • Valid until April 2026 (ask for prices at Christmas and New Year).
  • Prices are per person, based on 2 people in double occupancy. Single rates are available on request.
  • Flights are not included in the price but can be arranged on request.
included
  • 2 Nights in Santiago
  • 3 Nights in Puerto Natales
  • 2 Nights in Valparaíso
  • Transfers & meals (day 2 and 4 snack, day 8 lunch)
  • Tours as described
  • Bilingual guides (English/Spanish) on tours on days 2, 4, ,5 and 8.
not included
  • Flights (international & domestic, quoted separately)
  • National Park and Natural Reserves entrance fees.
  • Travel / Medical Insurance – Follow this link to get a free quote (only available for U.S. Travelers)
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Flights needed for this itinerary

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ESTIMATED COST FOR THE FLIGHTS ON THIS TRIP: Local flights cost from $200 per person per segment. We offer special rates on flights for this tailor-made itinerary.

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