Santiago: Best Itinerary Ideas
How many days do you need in Santiago?
- Most travelers spend 4-5 days in Santiago
- With 6 or more days, most travelers choose to add more stops to their trip
- The most common extensions are Torres del Paine, Atacama Desert, and San Pedro de Atacama
How Many Days to Spend in Chile
Recommended Itineraries for Santiago
Recommended Itinerary for 4 Days
| Day | Highlights | Overnight |
|---|---|---|
| Day 1 | Arrive in Santiago de Chile, Explore | Santiago |
| Day 2 | Santiago City Tour | Santiago |
| Day 3 | Valparaiso, Viña del Mar & Casablanca Valley | Santiago |
| Day 4 | Depart Santiago |
If you want to experience some of the highlights of the Santiago region but are strapped for time, then this quick four-day trip is perfect for you. Arrive in Santiago, and take in the major sights during a full-day walking tour. Then it's off to the coast for some wine tasting and an exploration of the most romantic city in the nation: Valparaíso. Take your time to explore the colorful streets and take in the city's artsy vibe before returning to Santiago for the evening. Read more
Recommended Itinerary for 5 Days
| Day | Highlights | Overnight |
|---|---|---|
| Day 1 | Arrive in Santiago de Chile, Explore | Santiago |
| Day 2 | Valparaiso, Viña del Mar & Casablanca Valley | Santiago |
| Day 3 | Santiago Food Tour | Santiago |
| Day 4 | Maipo Valley Full-Day Tour | Santiago |
| Day 5 | Depart Santiago |
Experience some of Chile's highlights in five days with this itinerary, perfect if you're short on time. You'll arrive in Santiago and explore the city on foot, taking in the major sights before enjoying a day trip to coastal (and colorful) Valparaíso for some wine tasting. Back in the capital, and after a tasty food tour, you'll finish your time in the country with a road trip into Chile's central mountains. Read more
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Extended Itineraries
5-Day Itinerary Including Torres del Paine
| Day | Highlights | Overnight |
|---|---|---|
| Day 1 | Arrive in Santiago de Chile, Explore | Santiago |
| Day 2 | Fly to Patagonia, Torres del Paine National Park | Torres del Paine |
| Day 3 | Lake Pehoé & Lake Grey | Torres del Paine |
| Day 4 | Torres del Paine: Trekking to the Base of the Towers | Puerto Natales |
| Day 5 | Fly to Santiago, Depart |
On this quick trip, you'll get to explore one of the most impressive landscapes on earth, Torres del Paine National Park. You'll enjoy an in-depth exploration of the park's natural beauty, including a hike to the base of the iconic towers and an up-close look at the majestic Grey Glacier during a boat tour. Read more
5-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 & Moon Valley Tour | San Pedro de Atacama |
| Day 3 | Tatio Geysers & Machuca Village | San Pedro de Atacama |
| Day 4 | Excursion to the Cejar Lagoon, Ojos del Salar & Tebenquiche | San Pedro de Atacama |
| Day 5 | Return to Santiago, Depart |
Spend your trip exploring San Pedro de Atacama, a laid-back oasis town on the edge of the driest desert on the earth. Revel in the stark beauty of the desert landscape, marvel at the dramatic scenery, and enjoy some of the world's best stargazing while enjoying the cozy hospitality and art in town. Read more
9-Day Itinerary Including the Atacama Desert & Torres del Paine
| 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 | Cejar Lagoon Excursion, Ojos del Salar & Tebenquiche | San Pedro de Atacama |
| Day 5 | Tatio Geysers & Machuca Village | San Pedro de Atacama |
| Day 6 | Fly to Punta Arenas & Transfer to Torres del Paine National Park | Torres del Paine |
| Days 7-8 | Outdoor Adventures in Torres del Paine National Park | Torres del Paine |
| Day 9 | Return to Santiago, Depart |
Explore two spectacular regions of Chile where few travelers venture on this 9-day itinerary. After checking out Santiago, you'll fly to the Atacama desert—an oasis in the driest part of the world known for geysers, salt flats, and starry skies. From here, head to Patagonia, where you'll experience Torres del Paine National Park via a range of activities while staying in a fully sustainable EcoCamp. Read more
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
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