Chile Highlights: Santiago, Valparaíso & Atacama – 7 Days

Highlights

• Discover the vibrant capital of Santiago on a guided city tour
• Explore the colorful streets of Valparaíso and Viña del Mar
• Visit the dramatic landscapes of Valle de la Luna and Valle de la Muerte
• Witness the steam columns of the El Tatio Geysers at sunrise
• Learn about local culture in the traditional Andean village of Machuca

Description

Day 1: Arrival in Santiago Upon arrival at Santiago International Airport, meet your representative and enjoy a private transfer to your hotel. The rest of the day is free to relax or explore the area. Overnight in Santiago. Day 2: Santiago City Tour After breakfast, enjoy a guided city tour of Santiago. Discover Plaza de Armas, Santiago Metropolitan Cathedral, the Central Market area, the Civic District, and historic neighborhoods. Enjoy panoramic views of the city and Andes Mountains from a viewpoint, weather permitting. Overnight in Santiago. Day 3: Valparaíso & Viña del Mar After breakfast, depart Santiago for Chile's Pacific coast. Visit Valparaíso, a UNESCO World Heritage-listed city famous for its colorful houses, historic funiculars, steep hills, street art, and ocean views. Continue to Viña del Mar, one of Chile's most famous coastal resorts. Enjoy free time along the waterfront before returning to Santiago. Overnight in Santiago. Day 4: Santiago – Calama – San Pedro de Atacama After breakfast, transfer to Santiago Airport for your flight to Calama. Upon arrival, meet your representative and transfer to San Pedro de Atacama, a charming desert town surrounded by spectacular landscapes. Check in at your hotel and enjoy the rest of the day at leisure. Overnight in San Pedro de Atacama. Day 5: Atacama Desert: Day Trip to Moon Valley We'll meet at a central point in San Pedro de Atacama and head west. After a 30-minute drive, we'll explore the spectacular Moon Valley, visiting its viewpoints and seeing Las Tres Marías and Duna Mayor. We'll then return to San Pedro de Atacama, concluding this 4 to 4.5-hour tour. Overnight in San Pedro de Atacama. Day 6: El Tatio Geysers & Machuca Start early for an excursion to the El Tatio Geysers, one of the highest geothermal fields in the world. Observe the spectacular steam columns rising from the geothermal vents at sunrise. Continue to Machuca, a traditional Andean village where you can experience local culture and high-altitude desert landscapes. Return to San Pedro de Atacama in the afternoon. Overnight in San Pedro de Atacama. Day 7: San Pedro de Atacama – Calama Airport – Departure After breakfast, check out and transfer from San Pedro de Atacama to Calama Airport according to your flight schedule. Your Chile adventure ends upon arrival at the airport.

Includes

Private transfer from Santiago International Airport to hotel. Guided city tour of Santiago Full-day excursion to Valparaíso and Viña del Mar Transfer from Calama to San Pedro de Atacama. Visit to Valle de la Luna. Excursion to El Tatio Geysers and Machuca. Hotel accommodations

Excludes

Meals not specified Personal expenses Flight from Santiago to Calama

Important Information

• Altitude in San Pedro de Atacama may affect some travelers

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund