7 days in San Javier & Temuco Itinerary

San Javier is a Chilean city and commune located in the Province of Linares, Maule Region. Get out of town with these interesting San Javier side-trips: Lago Colbun (in Colbun) and Linares (Rio Achibueno, Artesanias Chilenas, &more). The adventure continues: learn about winemaking at Erasmo Organic vineyard and winery and see the interesting displays at Museo Municipal de Villa Alegre.

Plan my day in San Javier using traveler tips and tourist information provided by Klarna Trips.

Santiago to San Javier is an approximately 3-hour car ride. In October, plan for daily highs up to 24°C, and evening lows to 9°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 5th (Wed) so you can go by car to Temuco.

Temuco developed into a major Chilean city because of a forestry and livestock boom the region experienced during the early decades of the 20th century.

Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Temuco: Villarrica (Lake Villarrica & Catedral de Villarrica). Spend the 7th (Fri) exploring nature at Monumento Natural Cerro Nielol. The adventure continues: don't miss a visit to Mercado Municipal de Temuco, get engrossed in the history at Museo Regional de la Araucania, stop by Chocolateria Norweisser, and try your luck at Casino Dreams Araucania.

To see where to stay, maps, other places to visit, and other tourist information, read our Temuco road trip planner.

Use the Route module to find suitable travel options from San Javier to Temuco. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 9th (Sun) early enough to fly back home.