Travel Packages for Round Trips through Chile

Discover Chile from the Atacama Desert to Patagonia. We are Chile experts and organize tailor-made round trips through Chile and bordering regions.

The longest country in the world stretches for over 4,200 kilometers. In the east of Chile, the mighty Andes rise up. Among the snow-covered peaks are 2,085 volcanoes. In turn, on the western side of the country, the powerful waves of the Pacific Ocean are crashing. The coast of Chile is adorned with hidden fishing villages, chic beaches and mystical islands. In the north, the silent Atacama Desert sets the rhythm. With its encrusted salt lakes and bubbling geysers, it seems like the terrain of another planet. Urban life takes place mainly in central Chile. Between the cities, rows of grapevines stretch endlessly across the green hills. Meanwhile, in the south, you sense the pure wilderness of the country. Shimmering lakes are surrounded by dense rainforest. And the ice of gigantic glaciers breaks clashingly. All this in one country – Chile is full of extremes.

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Our Regular Travel Packages

With our regular travel programs you travel 2, 3 or 4 weeks through Chile. We customize all round trips according to your ideas.

The Best in a Nutshell

Chile Compact – Round Trip with Insights into the Contrasts of the Country in 2 Weeks

Chile Compact

Contrasts of the Country in

2 Weeks

Individual journey; date and itinerary fully customizable
Atacama Desert, central Chile, Lake Region, southern Patagonia
National flights, transfer connections

Chile at a Glance

Chile Classic – Round Trip to the Highlights of the Country in 3 Weeks

Chile Classic

Highlights of the Country in 3 Weeks

Individual journey; date and itinerary fully customizable
Atacama Desert, Little North, central Chile, Araucania, Lake Region, southern Patagonia
National flights, transfer connections, bus connection

Our Suggestion to Enter

Chile Intensive – Essence of the Country on a Round Trip in 3 Weeks

Chile Intensive

Essence of the Country in 3 Weeks

Individual journey; date and itinerary fully customizable
Atacama Desert, central Chile, Lake Region, southern Patagonia
National flights, transfer connections


Chiles Contrasts with Easter Island

Chile in all its Facets – The Faces of the Country on a Round Trip in 4 Weeks

Chile in all its Facets

The Faces of the Country in

4 Weeks

Individual journey; date and itinerary fully customizable
Atacama Desert, Little North, Easter Island / Rapa Nui, central Chile, Araucania, Lake Region, southern Patagonia
National flights, transfer connections, bus connection

Hidden Natural Wonders of Chile

Chile Authentic – Rough Diamonds of the Country on a Round Trip in 3 Weeks

Chile Authentic

Rough Diamonds of the Country in

3 Weeks

Individual journey; date and itinerary fully customizable
Atacama Desert, Little North, central Chile, Lake Region, Carretera Austral / northern Patagonia
National flights, transfer connections, bus connections with overnight bus ride

Our Tip for the Curious

Central Chile Vital – The Heart of the Country on a Round Trip with a Rental Car in 2 Weeks

Central Chile Vital

The Heart of the Country in

2 Weeks (with Rental Car)

Individual journey; date and itinerary fully customizable

Cities, mountain region and coastal places of central Chile

Rental car


Torres del Paine Hike

Patagonia Active – Patagonia Trip with Central Chile in 2 Weeks

Patagonia Active

Southern and Central Chile in 2 Weeks (with Multi-Day Hike)

Individual journey; date and itinerary fully customizable

Central Chile, southern Patagonia with Torres del Paine National Park

National flights, transfer connections, bus connections

Andean Highlands Tour

Chile Up Close – Atacama Round Trip on the Altiplano and the Lake Region in 3 Weeks

Chile Up Close

Altiplano and Lake Region in

3 Weeks (with Multi-Day Tour)

Individual journey with private multi-day tour; date and itinerary fully customizable

Atacama Desert and Altiplano of the Great North, central Chile, Lake Region

National flights, transfer connections, private excursion

Spotlights of Patagonia

Patagonia without Borders – South of Chile and Argentina on a Patagonia Trip in 2 Weeks

Patagonia without Borders

Rough South of Chile and Argentina in 2 Weeks

Individual journey; date and itinerary fully customizable
Santiago, southern Patagonia of Chile and Argentina, Buenos Aires
National flights, transfer connections, bus connection


Atacama on Your Own

Focus Atacama – Northern Chile on a Round Trip with a Rental Car in 3 Weeks

Focus Atacama

Northern Chile in

3 Weeks (with Rental Car)

Individual journey; date and itinerary fully customizable
Atacama Desert, Little North, central Chile
National flights, transfer connections, rental car

Engulfed by Chilean Nature

Chile Pure – Secluded Nature of the Country on a Round Trip in 3 Weeks

Chile Pure

Secluded Nature of the Country in

3 Weeks (with Rental Car)

Individual journey; date and itinerary fully customizable
Atacama Desert, central Chile, Lake Region, Carretera Austral / northern Patagonia
National flights, transfer connections, rental car

Wine, Volcanoes and Lakes

Southern Chile Idyllic – Little South of Chile on a Round Trip with a Rental Car in 3 Weeks

Southern Chile Idyllic

Little South of Chile in

3 Weeks (with Rental Car)

Individual journey; date and itinerary fully customizable
Central Chile, wine region, Araucania, Lake Region
National flight, transfer connections, rental car


Island, Lava Fields and Desert

Chile Mystical – Little South of Chile and Iquique on a Round Trip in 3 Weeks

Chile Mystical

Little South of Chile and Iquique in

3 Weeks (with Rental Car)

Individual journey; date and itinerary fully customizable
Atacama Desert, central Chile, Araucania, Lake Region, Chiloé
National flights, transfer connections, rental car

Loneliness of Patagonia

Carretera Austral Fundamental – Patagonia on a Round Trip in 3 Weeks

Carretera Austral Fundamental

Patagonia in 3 Weeks (with Rental Car)

Individual journey; date and itinerary fully customizable
Central Chile, Lake Region, Carretera Austral / northern Patagonia, southern Patagonia
National flights, transfer connections, rental car, car ferry cruise

Motorhome Trip in the Atacama

Atacama Independent – Northern Chile on an Atacama Round Trip by Motorhome in 2 Weeks

Atacama Independent

Northern Chile in 2 Weeks

(with Motorhome)

Individual journey; date and itinerary fully customizable
Atacama Desert and Altiplano of the Great North, central Chile
National flights, transfer connections, motorhome


Exclusive Nature Panoramas

Chile Deluxe – Tierra del Fuego Cruise and Easter Island on a Round Trip in 3 Weeks

Chile Deluxe

Tierra del Fuego Cruise and Easter Island in 3 Weeks

Individual journey with cruise; date and itinerary partly customizable
Easter Island / Rapa Nui, central Chile, southern Patagonia of Chile and Argentina, Tierra del Fuego
 National flights, transfer connections

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Sustainability for journeys through Chile

With Chile Central you compensate the ecological footprint of your Chile trip. We support the reforestation in Chile and other sustainability initiatives with your contribution.

Social engagement for journeys through Chile

We are engaged in social projects in Chile. With a trip provided by us, you help a non-profit institution in its work with disadvantaged children of Santiago.

Inclusive tourism for journeys through Chile

With its local conditions, Chile is not free of obstacles. We are committed to accessible tourism so that you, with or without a handicap, can experience your trip as personalized as possible.



Travel Tips for your Journey through Chile

Do I need a visa for Chile?

Visa and Entry Requirements for Chile

The entry requirements for Chile depend on the nationality. Many travelers do not need a visa for a stay up to 90 days. You can find more information here.

When entering Chile, you will receive a tourist card. The document must be submitted again when leaving the country. If the inconspicuous slip cannot be presented, penalty fees and travel delays may result at the moment of border crossing. Since September 2021, it has also been possible to apply for a reissue digitally. The PDI provides an online form for this purpose.

Chilean regulations for traveling with underage children are very strict, especially for children with Chilean or dual nationality and when accompanied by only one parent. Under certain circumstances, birth certificates and a notarized travel permit must be presented.

Please also note the special entry requirements of Rapa Nui.

Furthermore, the Chilean customs authorities require an affidavit for the products carried on entry. As part of the ongoing digitalization, this should be done using the online form. We recommend completing the digital form 48 hours before crossing the border to Chile and saving the receipt offline.


Do I need vaccinations for a trip to Chile?

Health and Medical Care in Chile

Health risk factors in Chile do not differ significantly from those like in Europe. With some exceptions, medical care is also comparable in the country's larger cities. Required vaccinations depend on the origin of the traveler.
In central and southern Chile, drinking tap water is generally safe for most people, but travelers are generally advised to drink mineral water as a preventive measure.
In addition to geographical risks such as earthquakes, altitude sickness in particular must be taken into account during stays in the Andes without prior altitude adjustment.

Health and Medical Care in Chile

What time of year is best for a journey through Chile?

Weather and Travel Season

From a climatic point of view, the months November to March are generally very suitable for traveling through Chile. This is the local summer season, which means that the weather conditions in the rough south and in the mediterranean center are warmer and less rainy.  The north of the country near the coast is mild to warm during the whole year. At the same time, Chilean summer time is the main season, which means that some travel destinations are sometimes very busy.
From April to September is the colder season. During this time, more frequent rainfall, low temperatures and sometimes snow can be expected in central and southern Chile and in more mountainous regions. It can happen that the weather conditions restrict the visit of places of interest and group tours have to be cancelled due to missing participants. At the same time, travelers get very authentic impressions in the low season with the reduced number of visitors and experience the fascinating nature of the country from a very special point of view.

Weather and Travel Season

Can I communicate in English in Chile?

Language and Communication in Chile

Especially the young generation in Chile is becoming increasingly familiar with the English language. And English is spoken in most hotels and on guided tours. Nevertheless, in many places it can be noticed that Chile with its geographical location is exclusively surrounded by other Spanish-speaking countries. Therefore, the language skills in Chilean society are limited.
The attempt of travelers to communicate in Spanish quickly breaks the ice and thus, basic information can be transmitted even without a common language. But for a deeper insight into the culture of the country and for a more intensive exchange with the local people, a knowledge of Spanish is undoubtedly very helpful.
If you would like to take part in a language course during your round trip through Chile, we are happy to assist you with the organization.

Language and Communication in Chile

Do I need to exchange money before my trip to Chile?

Money and Payment in Chile

Many shops in urban areas accept payments by credit card. At the same time, it is advisable to start your journey with some money in the local currency and also to carry sufficient cash during the trip. For stays in neighboring regions of Argentina, you should have US$ on hand as well. Especially in larger cities and areas with good tourist facilities, including Santiago Airport, you can exchange money on site or withdraw directly from ATMs. Depending on the bank, there is usually a fee of at least €7.00 per withdrawal (with a maximum of approx. €300.00). In addition, fees may be charged by the local bank. Some banks may offer their customers to withdraw money from selected foreign ATMs without any fee. In Chile, this is currently almost exclusively possible free of charge at Scotiabank machines. Payment in US$ is accepted by some merchants, but it is not a common method of payment. Park admissions, on the other hand, are usually payable in cash in the local currency.

And talking of National Parks: for some nature reserves, the Chilean forestry authority CONAF requires tickets to be booked in advance, for example for the Conguillío, Queulat and Torres del Paine National Parks. A ticket portal is available for this purpose. Different laws apply on Easter Island / Rapa Nui. Here, an indigenous local authority manages the National Park and provides its own booking platform.


Is Chile an expensive destination?

Prices in Chile

In relation to other destinations in South America, Chile is a very expensive country to visit. Compared to central Europe, the costs for restaurant visits, fuel and personal services are a little lower. Food in supermarkets, medicines or imported items such as electrical goods are sometimes considerably more expensive than in Europe. From a financial but also from a touristic point of view, shopping in public markets is recommendable. Public local and long-distance transport is certainly reasonable for individual trips. However, since there is usually no special frequent traveler rate, regular use of public transport is quite expensive. Moreover, the respective tolls for journeys with a rental car or motorhome must be taken into account.

Prices in Chile

How much do you tip in Chile?

Tipping in Chile

The expected tip for cafés and restaurants is 10%. Please note that nowadays many café and restaurant operators have already added the 10% tip. This is noted on the respective invoice. The payment of the corresponding tip is voluntary, you can agree, disagree or adjust the suggestion. For tours with very dedicated tour guides, a tip of about €5 is recommended. The room service and driving services can be given €1 to €2.
Moreover, street musicians, comedians or packing assistants in the supermarket finance themselves often exclusively by noncommittal tips. For them, you should always have 500 Pesos (about €0.60) ready in your pocket.

Tipping in Chile

What should I take with me on a trip to Chile?

Luggage for Chile Trips

What you should take with you on your trip depends very much on which region of Chile you visit at what time of the year and what the focus of your trip is. In general, we recommend to carry the following items in addition to the usual travel accessories:

  • Warm and rainproof functional clothing
  • Solid footwear
  • Sandals
  • Swimwear
  • Cap
  • Sun protection and sun cream with factor 30 or higher
  • Daypack
  • Mobile phone
  • Digital copies of your passport (e.g. in your email box)
  • First-aid kit
  • Socket adapter
  • Driver's license
  • Credit card (debit cards are usually not accepted for car rental)
  • Money in local currency for the first days

Flights within Chile are subject to similar baggage conditions as intercontinental flights. Generally, you can check in one piece of baggage weighing 23 kg per person. The limit for hand luggage is usually 8 kg.

In the event of delays in forwarding luggage, it is advisable to have relevant items for the first and second day of travel in your hand luggage.


Is my European driving license sufficient for my self drive trip by rental car in Chile?

Driving License in Chile

We strongly recommend carrying an international driver's license. Although the European driving license is generally accepted when the rental car is picked up as well as during police controls, it is particularly useful to be able to show an international driving license in the event of damage. This in turn is only valid in connection with the national driver's license.


Do I have to station my motorhome in campgrounds in Chile?

Travel by Motorhome in Chile

Chile is well suited for motorhome trips due to its diverse nature and remote places of interest. At the same time, the country has a very limited camping culture. Staying in the open countryside and far from urban areas is a good option when traveling by motorhome. This is also tolerated by the authorities.

Travel by Motorhome in Chile

Can I use a Chilean SIM card in my cell phone?

Cell Phone Usage in Chile

Using your own cell phone on vacation in Chile offers many advantages. Whether as a GPS device on the road, as a digital entrance ticket to National Parks or, of course, for communication back home, it has become hard to imagine traveling without a smartphone. You can use your cell phone in three ways on your trip through Chile:

1. Using your cell phone via WLAN
You can use public Wi-Fi connections in your hotel, in cafés or at airports to make internet calls via providers such as WhatsApp or Skype and access to all other online services. Phone calls and messaging services without an Internet connection are not possible.

2. Using your cell phone via roaming
Use your cell phone via the roaming function and access to local networks. Phone calls, text messages and data usage are billed as international services and incur corresponding costs.

 

3. Using the cell phone with a Chilean SIM card
You can use your smartphone with a Chilean prepaid card. You obtain these easily and cheaply in many small local stores. It is relatively simple to book data packages for the mobile internet and make local phone calls. This requires that your phone is unlocked. The use of a non-Chilean cell phone with a Chilean SIM card is tolerated for 30 days. Bypassing a subsequent block involves a rather bureaucratic phone registration process, which consists of presenting ID, proof of purchase of the phone and the IMEI code. Registration takes a few days and is particularly recommended for people who are in Chile for long periods or frequently. Further information can be found here.

 

* The travel tips listed here are based on our country-specific knowledge and experience. However, they are not legally binding.

More travel tips for your Chile trip can be found here.


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