How many days do you need in Santiago, Torres del Paine & Punta Arenas?
- Most travelers spend 8-10 days in Santiago, Torres del Paine, and Punta Arenas combined
- Visiting Santiago, Torres del Paine, and Punta Arenas in 5 to 7 days is possible but will feel rushed
- With 11 or more days, most travelers choose to add more stops to their trip
- The most common extensions are the Atacama Desert
How Many Days to Spend in Chile
Recommended Itineraries for Santiago, Torres del Paine & Punta Arenas
Recommended Itinerary for 8 Days
| Day | Highlights | Overnight |
|---|---|---|
| Day 1 | Arrive in Santiago de Chile, Explore | Santiago |
| Day 2 | Santiago City Tour | Santiago |
| Day 3 | Transfer to Valparaíso, Wine & City Tour | Santiago |
| Day 4 | Fly to Punta Arenas, Explore | Punta Arenas |
| Day 5 | Isla Magdalena & Penguin Colony | Punta Arenas |
| Day 6 | Torres del Paine: Trekking to the Base of the Towers | Puerto Natales |
| Day 7 | Lake Pehoé & Lake Grey | Torres del Paine |
| Day 8 | Return to Santiago, Depart |
Immerse yourself in the unique landscapes and culture of Chile. Start your journey in Santiago and head to the Casablanca Valley to indulge in Chilean wine before traveling to the coastal city of Valparaíso to discover its beautiful murals and artsy vibe. Then, get an up-close look at a 150,000-strong penguin colony before heading to the famed Torres del Paine National Park to experience some of the best hiking trails and landscapes the region has to offer. Read more
Recommended Itinerary for 10 Days
| Day | Highlights | Overnight |
|---|---|---|
| Day 1 | Arrive in Santiago de Chile | Santiago |
| Day 2 | Santiago Guided City Tour | Santiago |
| Day 3 | Concha y Toro Vineyard Tour | Santiago |
| Day 4 | Day trip to Viña del Mar & Valparaiso | Santiago |
| Day 5 | Fly to Punta Arenas, Optional Activities | Punta Arenas |
| Day 6 | Isla Magdalena & Penguin Colony | Punta Arenas |
| Day 7 | Transfer to Torres del Paine | Torres del Paine |
| Day 8 | Trek to Lago Grey | Puerto Natales |
| Day 9 | Torres del Paine: Trekking to the Base of the Towers | Torres del Paine |
| Day 10 | Depart Torres del Paine |
Begin your journey in the metropolitan capital city of Santiago. Learn all about Chilean culture during your city tour and wine tasting, followed by a visit to the vibrant port cities of Valparaíso and Viña del Mar. Next, head south to Patagonia and walk with Magellanic penguins on Isla Magdalena. Top it all off with a trip to Torres del Paine National Park. Here you'll be treated to breathtaking views of vast grasslands, glaciers, forests, and more. You'll even have the opportunity to hike to the base of the park's iconic towers. Read more
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Extended Itineraries
10-Day Itinerary Including the Atacama Desert
| Day | Highlights | Overnight |
|---|---|---|
| Day 1 | Arrive in Santiago de Chile, Explore | Santiago |
| Day 2 | Transfer to San Pedro de Atacama & Stargazing Tour | San Pedro de Atacama |
| Day 3 | Full-Day Atacama Desert Tour, Lagoons & Salt Flats | San Pedro de Atacama |
| Day 4 | Tatio Geysers & Machuca Village | San Pedro de Atacama |
| Day 5 | Return to Santiago, Free Afternoon | Santiago |
| Day 6 | Fly to Punta Arenas, Optional Activities | Punta Arenas |
| Day 7 | Magdalena Penguin Colony, Transfer to Torres del Paine National Park | Torres del Paine |
| Days 8-9 | Tour Options in Torres del Paine National Park | Torres del Paine |
| Day 10 | Return to Punta Arenas, Depart |
Explore regions on both ends of Chile's latitudinal spectrum with this 10-day itinerary. After getting a taste of Santiago, fly north to the Atacama desert—an oasis in the driest part of the world known for geysers, moonscapes, and starry skies. Then fly all the way south to Patagonia's Punta Arenas, where you'll meet a penguin colony before finishing in Torres del Paine National Park for a range of activities and wildlife viewing. Read more
How to travel between Santiago, Torres del Paine & Punta Arenas
How to get to Santiago de Chile
Santiago is one of the most visited cities in Chile and in South America. Depending on where you're coming from, the city may be best reached by car, plane, and sometimes by bus. Read more
How to get to Torres del Paine National Park
Torres del Paine National Park is one of the most visited places in Chile—and South America. It's close to both Puerto Natales and Punta Arenas, and you'll often travel via one or both of these cities. This five-day trip will bring you face-to-face with all the best places and is especially great to consider if you're traveling from Santiago. Read more
How to get to Punta Arenas
Punta Arenas is one of those places that isn't easily overseen and attracts many travelers. Except for being just a boat tour away from Magdalena Island (also called Penguin Island), Punta Arenas is also the main stop before heading to Puerto Natales and Torres del Paine. If you're traveling through Chile, then you'll most likely want to include Punta Arenas in your travel plans. Read more
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