3 Week Chile Austral Tour Packages

Chile Austral Itineraries for 3 weeks

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• Chile & Argentina: Patagonia Road Trip Meets Land of Fire (7 destinations)

  

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  • Santiago Chile

    1,265 mi

  • Puerto Natales Chile

    67 mi

  • Torres del Paine National Park Chile

    67 mi

  • Puerto Natales Chile

    118 mi

  • Punta Arenas Chile

    155 mi

  • Ushuaia Argentina

    1,474 mi

  • Buenos Aires Argentina

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• 15 Days in Chile, incl. Santiago and Patagonia

  A captivating 15-day Chilean adventure stretches across 6 nights in northern Chile, 4 nights in Puerto Natales, and 2 nights in Punta Arenas, with in-depth visits to Torres del Paine.

  

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  • Days 1-4

    Santiago de Chile

    Start your Chilean adventure with three full days in the capital. Begin in the historic center before exploring the Italia and Lastarria districts with their unique antique stores and boutiques. Head to Cerro San Cristobal in the early morning for the best city views and clearest mountain vistas. The Jardín Japonés de la Amistad offers another great spot to see the city skyline. Make sure to visit La Vega Market for authentic local produce and street food.

    
  • Days 5-7

    Valparaiso

    Just 1.5 hours by bus from Santiago lies the vibrant port city of Valparaiso. Use the historic funiculars (ascensores) to move between hills and save money with a multi-ride pass. The neighborhoods of Cerro Alegre and Cerro Concepción are filled with incredible street art. Visit Pablo Neruda's former home, La Sebastiana, for $12 USD. Remember to wear shoes with good grip as the steep streets can get slippery.

    
  • Day 8

    Transit to Patagonia

    Take a 3.5-hour flight from Santiago to Punta Arenas to pick up your rental car. The 3-hour drive north through Patagonian steppe is beautiful but remote. Fill your gas tank in Punta Arenas and keep an eye out for guanacos and wildlife along the way.

    
  • Days 9-11

    Torres del Paine National Park

    Stay in Puerto Natales while exploring the park. The famous Mirador Base Las Torres hike is challenging at 18 km round-trip. Start by 7 AM to avoid strong afternoon winds. Visit Grey Glacier and take the boat trip on Lake Grey ($100 USD, book ahead). For Mirador Francés, catch the early catamaran across Lake Pehoé.

    
  • Days 12-14

    Punta Arenas

    Finish your trip in Chile's southernmost major city. Take photos at the waterfront Punta Arenas sign, visit the Magellan Monument and explore the historic center. Stop by Mirador Cerro De La Cruz for stunning views of the Strait of Magellan.

    

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• 16 Days in Patagonia, incl. Santiago and Buenos Aires

  

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  • Days 1-3

    Santiago de Chile

    Start your journey in Chile's capital. Head up to Cerro San Cristóbal by funicular before 10 AM to beat the crowds and enjoy city views. Visit Plaza de Armas and the colorful Bellavista area with its street art. Plan your walking tours for the morning since Santiago heats up by midday. End your evenings in the trendy Lastarria district for dinner.

    
  • Day 4

    Santiago to Puerto Natales

    Take a morning flight to Punta Arenas (3.5 hours) and drive north to Puerto Natales (3 hours) through Patagonian landscapes. Make sure to get gas in Punta Arenas since stations are limited on the route. Stay near Manuel Bulnes street in Puerto Natales to be close to tour companies.

    
  • Days 5-7

    Torres del Paine National Park

    Use Puerto Natales as your base. Leave at 7 AM for the Torres Base hike, which takes about 8 hours round trip. Bring plenty of layers since the weather changes quickly. Take the Grey Glacier boat tour on Day 6 but book early as spots fill up fast. If the weather is good on Day 7, explore the French Valley.

    
  • Days 8-11

    Ushuaia

    Take the bus from Puerto Natales to Ushuaia (12 hours including border crossing). Pack snacks and warm clothes for the ride. Visit the End of the World Train and Tierra del Fuego National Park. Schedule your Beagle Channel cruise for morning when the water is calmer. Take time to hike Martial Glacier for great views of the channel.

    
  • Days 12-15

    Buenos Aires

    Fly to Buenos Aires (4 hours) to explore neighborhoods like San Telmo and Palermo. The city is most active at night, so plan accordingly. Reserve your spot at a tango show well in advance, especially at popular venues like Café Tortoni. A recent visitor noted: "The Sunday market in San Telmo is incredible, but get there by 10 AM before tourist crowds arrive. The best antiques are found early."

    
  • Day 16

    Departure

    Plan to leave for Ezeiza Airport at least 4 hours before your flight. The drive from downtown takes about an hour but Buenos Aires traffic can be unpredictable.

    

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