17 days in Chile Itinerary

Navigating through a maze of colorful streets winding up and down steep hills remains an integral part of any Valparaiso tour.

Explore Valparaiso's surroundings by going to Casa de Isla Negra (in Isla Negra) and Casa Marin Winery (in Lo Abarca). The adventure continues: examine the collection at La Sebastiana, don't miss a visit to Pais de Artesanos, take some stellar pictures from La Piedra Feliz, and admire the landmark architecture of Palacio Rioja.

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Moscow, Russia to Valparaiso is an approximately 23.5-hour flight. The time zone difference when traveling from Moscow to Valparaiso is minus 7 hours. Plan for much warmer temperatures traveling from Moscow in January, with highs in Valparaiso at 26°C and lows at 17°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 10th (Sun) early enough to travel to Puerto Natales (Torres del Paine).

Surrounded by towering mountains, shimmering lakes, and the region's rugged hills, Puerto Natales serves as a bustling jumping-off point for exploring the Torres del Paine National Park.

Spend the 12th (Tue) among the memorable landscape of Glacier Grey. There's lots more to do: see the interesting displays at Historical Museum,Municipality of Puerto Natales, look for gifts at Krea Noe, explore the fascinating underground world of Mylodon Cave Natural Monument, and explore the wealth of natural beauty at Bernardo O'Higgins National Park.

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Getting from Valparaiso to Puerto Natales (Torres del Paine) by flight takes about 6 hours. Other options: drive; or take a bus. In January, Puerto Natales (Torres del Paine) is slightly colder than Valparaiso - with highs of 18°C and lows of 11°C. On the 13th (Wed), wrap the sightseeing up by early afternoon so you can travel to San Pedro de Atacama.

Major archeological sites and a renowned museum remain the big draws in San Pedro de Atacama tourism, appealing to visitors interested in learning more about South America's pre-Columbian cultures.

Kick off your visit on the 14th (Thu): take in the natural beauty of Geyser del Tatio, then engage your brain at Museo del Meteorito, then take in the dramatic natural features at Valle De La Luna, and finally look and learn at Observatorio Etno-Astronomico Licanantay. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: explore the ancient world of Pukara de Quitor and then get outside with On Safari Atacama.

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Traveling by flight from Puerto Natales (Torres del Paine) to San Pedro de Atacama takes 9.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. Traveling from Puerto Natales (Torres del Paine) in January, expect nights in San Pedro de Atacama to be a bit cooler, around 8°C, while days are somewhat warmer, around 29°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 15th (Fri) to allow time to travel to Copiapo.

Surrounded by the Atacama Desert, Copiapo receives very little rainfall and owes its existence to the mining industry.

On the 16th (Sat), take in the dramatic natural features at Orbicular Granite Nature Sanctuary, pause for some serene contemplation at Iglesia San Francisco, then explore the activities along Laguna Verde, and finally pause for some serene contemplation at Parroquia Nuestra Senora de la Candelaria. Keep things going the next day: kick back and relax at Bahia Inglesa, get engrossed in the history at Casa Tornini Museo - Centro Cultural, and then get into the urban bustle at Centro Cultural Estacion Caldera.

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Traveling by flight from San Pedro de Atacama to Copiapo takes 8.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. Finish your sightseeing early on the 17th (Sun) to allow enough time to travel to Santiago.

Santiago tourism thrives largely thanks to the city's big selection of cultural and entertainment options, including museums, theaters, restaurants, bars, and giant malls.

Santiago is known for shopping, parks, and museums. Your plan includes some of its best attractions: take your sightseeing to a higher altitude at San Cristóbal Hill, admire the landmark architecture of Metropolitan Cathedral (Catedral Metropolitana), browse the eclectic array of goods at Central Market (Mercado Central), and examine the collection at La Chascona.

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Traveling by flight from Copiapo to Santiago takes 5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. Finish your sightseeing early on the 21st (Thu) so you can travel back home.