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Self-drive itineraries are a great way for adventurous and independent travelers to discover Chile and neighbouring Argentina on your own. Both countries are very safe for driving, and both have excellent road networks.
Each self-drive offers a carefully planned route with overnight stays in pre-booked accommodation. These itineraries have been carefully designed to show the best of each area, to avoid excessive driving, and to take advantage of attractive hand-picked places to stay - typically smaller charming hotels and lodges.
At the start you receive a map and a day-by-day itinerary. These act as detailed guide both to route and to the attractions and sights you see as you go along. You select the vehicle type, bearing in mind our recommendations according to the particular route you are selecting. Bon voyage! |
Vehicle options for self-drives (Hertz)
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The best self-drives in the country |
| All these trips can usually be tailored as needed. Click on the title for full details of the itinerary and prices. |
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7 nights, from $320 |
A self-drive around the marvels of northern Chile: the northern altiplano, Lauca National Park and down to the Atacama desert, |
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4 nights, from $729 |
A short and exciting self-drive from Santiago around Colchagua valley wineries, Vina del Mar and Valparaiso on the Pacific Coast. |
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6 nights, from $401 |
An in-depth tour around the Lake District, famous for bright emerald and turquoise lakes whose surfaces mirror snow-capped volcanoes and sprawling forests. Starts at Temuco and ends at Puerto Montt. |
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6 nights, from $345 |
A stunning self-drive exploring the lake region of Chile and Argentina, one of the most picturesque such regions worldwide. |
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6 nights, from $879 |
A stunning self-drive circuit north from Balmaceda towards the beautiful and remote areas of Queulat National Park, emerald Lake Yelcho, and Futaleufu. This still unspoilt region is only accessible by car since the 1980s. |
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6 nights, from $281 |
A circuit heading southwards from Balmaceda towards Lake General Carrera and Cochrane, exploring this still unspoiled and authentic region that was only accessible by car since the 1980s. |
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4 nights, from $300 |
The perfect circuit from Punta Arenas: a visit to the surroundings and Puerto Natales, and several days in the awesome Torres del Paine National Park. |
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6 nights, from $431 |
A self-drive circuit through Chile and Argentina to Patagonia's two most spectacular places: Torres del Paine National Park and Perito Moreno glacier. |
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19 nights, from $1,080 |
Dream Patagonia self-drive, combining the best of Chilean and Argentina Patagonia. This awesome itinerary covers the Lake District, Bariloche, Futaleufu, Queulat, Lake General Carrera, El Chalten and Fitz Roy, Perito Moreno, and Torres del Paine. |
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4 nights, from $179 |
Explore this beautiful fertile region with stunning Andean views, fertile valleys, historical villages and incredibly clear night skies. Starting at La Serena, the circuit covers the Hurtado and Elqui valleys, and includes a hacienda stay. |
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5 nights, from $220 |
Starting and finishing at Temuco, this lets you explore the lakes, national parks and beautiful volcanoes of the northern Lake District, including Pucon and the Villarica. |
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