Chile 16-Day Tours & Itineraries

Explore 6 trips designed by local kimkim specialists to get ideas for your trip to Chile.
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Spend multiple days hiking, boating, and horseback riding around the dramatic landscapes of Torres del Paine
Map of Total Chile Tour: Santiago, Atacama, Patagonia & Wine Country - 16 Days
Total Chile Tour: Santiago, Atacama, Patagonia & Wine Country - 16 Days

Experience the scope of Chile on a grand tour of three of its most famous regions: Santiago, the Atacama Desert, and southern Patagonia. In Santiago, tour colonial landmarks before flying north to Atacama, where you'll stargaze on the Altiplano, see spouting geysers, and embark on a desert safari. The third act takes you to Patagonia to visit penguin colonies, explore massive glaciers, and hike around the soaring peaks of Torres del Paine before returning north for some wine tasting to send you off in style.

Start your epic Chile tour in the deserts around San Pedro de Atacama
Map of The Best of Chile: Desert, Mountains, Cities & South Pacific - 16 Days
The Best of Chile: Desert, Mountains, Cities & South Pacific - 16 Days

"Best" is no hyperbole—this 16-day journey covers the most beautiful and culturally rich areas of Chile, from the mainland to the South Pacific. You'll arrive in the northern Atacama Desert to explore geysers, lunar valleys, vast salt flats, and more. Then, travel south to rugged Patagonia as you visit penguin colonies in Puerto Natales, marvel at massive glaciers, and hike around Torres del Paine National Park before flying to Rapa Nui (Easter Island) to experience its legends and ancient ruins.

Easter Island
Map of Outdoor Culture Adventure in Chile: Lake District & Rapa Nui - 16 Days
Outdoor Culture Adventure in Chile: Lake District & Rapa Nui - 16 Days

Justifiably famous for its natural beauty, there's much more to Chile beneath its handsome surface. On this 16-day journey, you'll visit regions whose history and mythology match its natural wonders, beginning at the ancient forests and volcanoes of the Lake District. After enjoying nature hikes and visits to almost mythical islands (plus a craft beer tour), you'll jet off to Rapa Nui (aka Easter Island), whose iconic moai statues are emblematic of a rich culture dating back over 2,000 years.

Spend three days hiking in Pumalín, the largest private nature reserve in the world
Map of Hidden Wonders of Chilean Patagonia - 16 Days
Hidden Wonders of Chilean Patagonia - 16 Days

Filled with unspoiled natural wonders and secluded national parks, the Chilean side of Patagonia is the ideal destination for adventurers who want to go off the tourist trail. Over 16 days, you'll do just that, starting with trips around the snowcapped volcanoes in the Lake District and hikes in Pumalín, the largest nature reserve in the world. Then, fly to Chile's far south, where more memorable excursions await, like horseback riding at a working ranch and hiking in Torres del Paine National Park.

Trek to waterfalls in the Valdivian rainforest of Alerce Andino National Park
Map of Active Lake District & Full Chilean Patagonia - 16 Days
Active Lake District & Full Chilean Patagonia - 16 Days

This 16-day outdoor adventure will take you far off the tourist trail in Chilean Patagonia, one of the world's last great frontiers. Blaze a trail south from the snowcapped volcanoes and shimmering lakes of the Lake District as you kayak around marble caves and hike through native forests. Then, enjoy a few days of mountain trekking, condor watching, and glacier visits in Torres del Paine National Park before exploring the mystical island of Chiloé.

Cruise to the Balmaceda and Serrano Glaciers in Bernardo O'Higgins National Park
Map of Chile's Ultimate Cities & Landscapes: Santiago, Atacama Desert & Patagonia - 16 Days
Chile's Ultimate Cities & Landscapes: Santiago, Atacama Desert & Patagonia - 16 Days

This action-packed 16-day itinerary takes you from the bustling capital to the iconic Torres del Paine National Park. Start the trip with free time in Santiago, followed by a day trip to Viña del Mar and Valparaíso. Your next stop is the Atacama Desert, where you can discover its lagoons, rock formations, and starry skies. Then, meet the resident penguin colony on Isla Magdalena before heading to the national park for guided tours and solo hikes. Return to Santiago for a guided culture tour to finish the adventure.

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