Day Trips & Excursions in Chile

Embark on a thrilling 9-mile guided hike through Chile's spectacular El Morado Natural Monument National Park. Departing from Santiago, your adventure begins in the village of Baños Morales with a steep trek that flattens out as you go. Enjoy stunning natural scenery while making your way toward popular San Francisco Glacier and Morales Glacier pond. Savor a boxed lunch in the mountains, then set back out on your return trek. At the end of your day trip a vehicle will be waiting to whisk you back to your hotel.

Experience El Morado Hanging Glacier on a spectacular 1-day hike from Santiago. Set out on a small-group trek into the Andes Mountains, traversing a valley surrounded by towering snow-capped peaks. Enjoy lunch at the glacier, which clings onto Morado Mountain above an iceberg-studded lagoon. The hike is medium difficulty and all-inclusive, with an expert guide, hiking poles, and snow shoes (each if needed) provided.

Tour visiting the ghost town of Humberstone (UNESCO), Pampa del Tamarugal National Reserve, Cerro Pintados geoglyphs, Salar Grande and a Sea lions colony. Local products picnic lunch included.

 Very close to Santiago we found this interesting mountain canyonWe will visit this valley located in the south side of Santiago city. This is a narrow canyon that gets 100 km into the mountains close to Argentina's border.On the way, we will first stop at the Maipo Valley "capital" for a local countryside breakfast close to the fireplace. After that a short walk to visit the city center, the old church, and the main square.We continue our way to the Embalse El Yeso, a beautiful mountain lagoon that was built to provide water to the city, very nice views and a short walk "El Mirador de los Vientos" an incredible viewpoint.We get back to the car an drive 15 minutes to a local place where we have an appetizer and lunch.After lunch we get back to Santiago.

The Torres del Paine National Park is a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve and home to some of Patagonia's most spectacular landscapes. Admire the snow-capped mountains, glacial lakes, and cascading waterfalls on this private full-day tour from Puerto Natales, including a visit to the Milodon Cave. Tour includes hotel pickup, lunch, and round-trip transport.

Simplify transportation logistics between San Pedro de Atacama and the Puritama Hot Springs by booking this guided tour to the popular natural attraction. Hotel pickup and drop-off ensure peace of mind as you travel between destinations, letting you relax and fully enjoy the hot springs experience.

Depart Santiago for a day trip to Embalse El Yeso, a stunning mountain reservoir tucked within the Andes. Begin with a scenic drive and visit to the town of San Jose de Maipo. Then continue onto Embalse El Yeso, the perfect spot for savoring the beauty of Cajon de Maipo and its ample lagoons and glaciers. Have your camera at the ready as you marvel at these breathtaking sights.

Experience the mountains and great outdoors with this full-day, guided, multi-stop tour that includes a stop at a natural hot spring and a wine and cheese picnic. See snow-capped mountains overlooking the valley before visiting a lake brimming with turquoise waters at the base of the mountains. At the San Jose volcano, relax into the hot springs formed by nearby Valle de Colina volcano and emerge to enjoy a picnic.

Orient yourself around Santiago's major attractions on a 4-hour guided sightseeing tour of the city in a comfortable minivan. Gain local insight into historical and modern sites alike on a small-group excursion to Santiago's must-see spots.

Soak up the massive city of Santiago with this multi-stop, guided, private tour that incudes entrance to San Cristobal Hill, the Santiago Chile Tour, and the Los Dominicos Handicraft Village. In the city center, wander to see the historic plazas, buildings, and neighborhoods and encounter modern architecture and life in the city. Take in panoramic views of the urban and mountain landscape from San Cristobal Hill.

Indulge your creative side on this 9-hour tour to Isla Negra and the handicrafts village of Pomaire from Santiago, including hotel pick-up. Discover Isla Negra home of Pablo Neruda and Pomaire's long history of ceramic making, browse the many pottery shops and learn the meticulous art of sculpting, setting and painting ceramics. Shop for unique souvenirs at the artisan stores, like colorful woven ponchos or lapis lazuli jewelry.

This private tour of Cajon del Maipo and Embalse el Yeso lets you walk to waterfalls, sip Chilean wines, and take in stunning Andes Mountain scenery in just one day. Admire views as your guide handles the drive across the Maipo Valley, stopping as often as you want to take photos or ask questions - a private tour means you can customize your itinerary. Details like a picnic breakfast and wine tasting bring effortless luxury to the day.

See multiple attractions around the Atacama Desert on this full-day guided tour from San Pedro de Atacama. Enjoy a hassle-free pickup from your hotel and start your day with breakfast (included) in the Miscanti and Miñiques highland lagoons. Continue your day exploring Salar de Talar, the village of Socaire, and Salar de Atacama, Chile's largest salt lake where you can see flamingos. Your final stop is town of Toconao before you get dropped off back at your hotel.

With just one day in Punta Arenas, this full-day tour ensures you check off all the highlights. Spend the morning exploring the coast of the Magellan Strait, stopping at historic sites such as Fort Bulnes, Mansa, and Puerto del Hambre; then take in Punta Arenas landmarks including the Patagonia Museum, Antoine de Saint Exupery square, and the Hernando de Magallanes monument.

Discover the quaint hamlet of Peulla and the lush volcanic landscapes of Vicente P erez Rosales National Park on a full-day excursion from Puerto Montt. Guaranteed to delight nature lovers, this 11-hour tour covers Lago Llanquihue, Osorno Volcano, and the Petrohu e Waterfalls, a collection of tempestuous cascades, before culminating with lunch and free time in Peulla. Hotel pickup and drop-off at your Puerto Montt hotel are included.

The Valley of the Moon in the Atacama Desert is a popular excursion from San Pedro de Atacama, but you can avoid the crowds on this small-group tour, limited to 15 people. Leaving in the afternoon, you will arrive in time to experience the sunset, which casts a warm glow over the valley and makes for excellent photo opportunities.

Explore the wild Patagonian landscapes of the Torres del Paine National Park on this full-day tour from Puerto Natales. Challenge yourself to a thrilling hike through the mountains; enjoy magnificent views of Lake Nordenskjöld, Almirante Nieto Mountain, and the Valle del Ascencio; and trek around the mighty peaks of the Torres del Paine. This hike is best suited to experienced hikers.

Escape the tourist trail on this full-day tour from Arica, and explore the wild landscapes and archaeological wonders of Chile's far north. Discover the sweeping valleys and volcanic peaks of the Lauca National Park; spot rare birds around Chungará Lake and visit the historic villages of Parinacota and Putre. After lunch (included), journey back through the Lluta Valley stopping to admire the mysterious geoglyphs and view the towering candelabrum cacti in Los Cardones Ravine.

The Cejar Lagoon is located within the Salar de Atacama, 20 kilometers from San Pedro de Atacama. It is recognized by the strong Calipso color of water and is surrounded by salts of various forms.Due to its high concentration of salt, a result of the subterranean aquifers of the melted ice of the mountains, the Cejar Lagoon is a mixture of mystery and fun. As much as we want to dive we are "thrown" the surface, not allowing us to sink.By the end of this tour we are also able to see the amazing sunset in the desert.

Discover the unique history and heritage of one of Chile’s largest islands on this full-day tour to Chiloè Island, including hotel pick-up from Puerto Varas and round-trip transport by ferry from Pargua. Visit the historic village of Chacao, explore the island capital of Castro and tour the Ancud Museum. Finally, pick up some unique souvenirs as you browse the stalls of the renowned Dalcahue crafts fair.