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Urban Discovery & Natural Wonders

7 Days
Santiago, Valparaíso, San Pedro de Atacama
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Chile Package: Urban Discovery & Natural Wonders

7 Days

Santiago, Valparaíso, San Pedro de Atacama

Overview

Get a taste of Chile's unique culture and natural landscapes with this exciting tour package. Immerse yourself in the dynamic culture of Santiago before heading to the charming city of Valparaíso and the beautiful beaches of Viña del Mar. Then, explore the impressive desert landscapes of San Pedro de Atacama.

Designed by Kim MacQuarrie, 4-time Emmy Winner
and our Travel Specialist

Let yourself be transported across the most impressive landscapes and dynamic capitals of Argentina and Chile with this exciting Argentina and Chile vacation package.

Designed by Kim MacQuarrie, 4-time Emmy Winner and our Travel Specialist

Route

Day 1 : Arrival to Santiago & City Tour
Day 2 : Maipo Valley Wine Tour
Day 3 : Valparaíso & Viña del Mar Tour
Day 4 : Arrival to San Pedro de Atacama & Valle de la Luna Tour
Day 5 : Tatio Geyser Tour
Day 6 : Tour to Toconao Village, Atacama Salt Flats & Chaxa Lagoon
Day 7 : Departure from San Pedro de Atacama

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DESTINATION HIGHLIGHTS
View of the city of Santiago, with the snow-capped Andes Mountains towering overhead.
Santiago
A historic church overlooked by imposing golden-colored mountains in the Atacama Desert.
San Pedro de Atacama
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SANTIAGO

The bustling metropolis of Chile's capital and largest city is surrounded by picturesque mountains.

Valparaíso

Known as the “Jewel of the Pacific,” this important port city is known for its vibrant culture.

SAN PEDRO DE ATACAMA

This town in the high altitude Atacama Desert is surrounded by dramatic landscapes.

A couple visiting Laguna Chaxa, one of the many scenic lagoons near Chile's San Pedro de Atacama.
San Pedro de Atacama
Rows of grapes extending off into the distance at a vineyard in the Maipo Valley near Santiago.
Maipo Valley
Itinerary

The modern skyscrapers of Santiago with the snow-capped Andes Mountains overhead.
  • You will be met at the Santiago Airport by a Latin America For Less representative and transferred to your comfortable hotel in Santiago. Check out our selection of great value Santiago Hotels.
  • Today, you will head out on a half day historical tour of Santiago to visit some of the most interesting sites in Santiago and learn about the fascinating history of Chile and its capital.
  • You will start the tour driving up the Santa Lucia hill where Santiago was founded. You will then continue on to the historic downtown, Plaza de Armas (Main Square), where some of Santiago’s historic buildings stand. You will see the Cathedral, City Hall, Central Post Office, and National Historical Museum.
  • You will then drive to the civic area to see the Moneda Presidential Palace, current seat of the Chilean government. The tour will continue through charming streets lined with 19th century buildings, passing the statue of Typical Zone, the Cousiño Palace, and the Basilica de los Sacramentinos (inspired by the Montmartre church in Paris).
  • The tour will end on the Alameda Bernardo O’Higgins, Santiago’s main avenue where you will visit the San Francisco church and its beautiful colonial museum and monastery.
  • You will have the remainder of the afternoon and evening to explore Santiago at your leisure. Try some delicious traditional Chilean cuisine in one of the restaurants, discover some of its exciting barrios and take advantage of the lively nightlife!

Rows of grapes overlooked by tree-covered mountains at a vineyard in Viña del Mar.
  • Today you will depart from Santiago and head towards the town of Pirque located in Maipo Valley, and ultimately reach the highly-acclaimed Viña Concha y Toro vineyards.
  • Begin the tour with a walkthrough of the gardens from the late 19th century former summer residence of the Concha y Toro family. Discover more than 25 vafiatied of grapes all while having a beautiful panoramic view of the Maipo Valley. Finish the first part of the tour with a tasting of three wines from the Casillero del Diablo wine cellar.
  • Then, head to Viña Santa Rita, where you will begin a guided tour of the varietal garden, vineyards, winemaking, aging process, and bottling process in the famous "Bodega 1" and Bodega de los 120 Patriotas."
  • End your tour with a delicious wine tasting and lunch at the beautiful Doña Paula Restaurant and explore the Andean Museum which exhibits archaeological and ethnographic collections from the pre-Columbian people who inhabited Chile. (*optional)

Colorful buildings and a church overlooking the Pacific Ocean in the coastal city of Valparaíso.
  • Explore Chile’s coastal cities with an exciting Valparaíso and Viña del Mar Tour. These two charming towns are located a little more than an hour from Santiago.
  • With its bohemian atmosphere, chaotic and colorful architecture, and lovely port, Valparaíso is one of the most attractive cities in Chile. You will start your tour at the Mirador 21 de Mayo from where you will enjoy spectacular views of the entire city and bay. Next, you will visit the fascinating house-museum of the poet and winner of the Nobel Prize in Literature, Pablo Neruda.
  • Descend to Valparaíso’s Prat Dock, where sailors embark and men scramble to load the enormous ships.
  • After lunch, you will head out to Viña del Mar where you will enjoy a relaxing stroll down the quiet streets and picturesque beaches of this lovely coastal town.
  • In the afternoon, you will be transferred back to your hotel in Santiago and have the evening free to explore more of the city’s exciting spots.

The moon shining down on the impressive rock formations of the Valle de la Luna (Moon Valley).
  • Enjoy breakfast at your Santiago hotel before setting out on your journey to San Pedro de Atacama. You will fly to the Calama Airport and meet a Latin America For Less Representative who will take you 60 miles (98km) to San Pedro de Atacama.
  • You’ll settle into your San Pedro de Atacama hotel and get acclimated to the desert atmosphere before setting out on a tour of the wind-swept Valle de la Luna. Situated about 7.5 miles (12 km) from San Pedro, this valley boasts spectacular moon-like landscapes full of strange formations created by the wind’s erosion of the salt mountains.
  • Sunset in Valle de la Luna is a truly magical and unforgettable experience. You’ll watch as a striking range of colors melts across the landscape. Climb up one of the dunes to get an even better view of the darkening valley and watch the stars appear. After sunset, you will return to your hotel in San Pedro de Atacama and have the remainder of the evening to spend at your leisure.

Multiple geysers emitting steam in the Tatio Geyser field of the Atacama Desert.
  • Rise before dawn and head out on a full day tour to the astonishing Tatio Geyser where you’ll witness an amazing natural phenomenon. Located at 14,760 feet (4,500 m) above sea level, this incredible geothermal field is surrounded by volcanoes and filled with geysers. You will get the chance to walk close to the geysers and their craters with a guide who will answer all your questions about this striking phenomenon.
  • After a well deserved breakfast next to the Tatio Geysers, you will explore the surrounding high plateau and its amazing fauna and flora. Unobstructed views of the impressive Tocorpuri and Sairecabur volcanoes will unfold before you, and you will be able to observe the native wildlife found in the wetlands. Keep your eyes open and try to spot the foxes, Vizcachas, and llamas that populate this wild landscape.
  • In the afternoon, you will return to San Pedro de Atacama where you will be free to explore the village and its surroundings or rest at your hotel for the remainder of the day.

The Atacama Salt Flats surrounded by rugged terrain and interesting rock formations.
  • After breakfast at your hotel, you will head south of San Pedro toward the oasis of Toconao, a verdant Andean village that manages to thrive in the middle of the barren Atacama Desert. The small colonial-style houses are made of white volcanic stone, and the town boasts a beautiful church with striking bell towers and a myriad of narrow alleys filled with small artisan workshops.
  • You will continue on toward the fertile lands of the nearby Quebrada de Jere, a beautiful gorge where the fruit tree orchards and grazing cattle create a striking contrast with the dryness of the surrounding desert.
  • Later on you will reach the impressive Atacama Salt Flats, the largest in Chile. Unlike most salt flats, which are smooth, the earth’s crust here is jagged like puzzle pieces, giving the area a striking and unusual appearance. The salt flat is home to many lagoons where pink and white flamingos are mirrored in the still salt water. You will have the chance to visit the sparkling Chaxa Lagoon, a beautiful protected area, where you can observe the birds from up close.
  • Back in San Pedro, the evening will be free for you to rest in your comfortable hotel, explore the village, or try some delicious local cuisine.

Rock formations and desert landscape with a volcano visible in the distance in the Atacama Desert.
  • After breakfast at your hotel, you will be transferred to the Airport for journey home or on to your next destination on your Chile vacation. Browse our range of Chile tours and explore additional options for your vacation plans.

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View of the city of Santiago, with the snow-capped Andes Mountains towering overhead.
A pair of cable cars overlooking the city of Santiago with the Andes Mountains as a backdrop.
Colorful traditional houses and modern buildings in the Chilean port of Valparaíso.
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A row of moais, the human figures made of stone left by the inhabitants of Easter Island.

Prices per person

Included:

  • 3 nights in Santiago & 3 nights in San Pedro de Atacama in hotels based on US standards
  • Guided visits with English-speaking tour guides
  • All transfers and entrance fees
  • All breakfasts

Not Included:

  • Airfare
  • Lunches or dinners (unless otherwise specified)
  • Airport taxes
  • Immigrations entrance fees
  • Tips
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