The world’s most arid wilderness with its serene atmosphere and profound beauty lies in northern Chile’s Atacama Desert. Awe inspiring surroundings include over 100 geysers which burst forth from the frozen earth at sunrise and the amazing salt flats and altiplanic lakes that are home to a mass of flamingo. Spectacular lunar landscapes at Valle de La Luna are at their most eerie at sunset and a full moon contributes perfectly to this mesmerising natural environment. The remains of lost civilisations and ancient mummies preserved in the dry desert air are on display at the archaeological museum in San Pedro de Atacama, the focal point of a visit to this dramatically barren, fascinating land.
Recommended accommodation
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Explora Atacama
Explora Atacama, Hotel de Larache is the last word in luxury in the world’s driest desert, the Atacama. Here bold architecture is combined with traditional style, modern facilities and comforts.
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Awasi
Awasi is situated inside an ancient site surrounded by a historic wall. Its privileged location just a stone’s throw from the center of town makes it possible to enjoy “town life”.
Sample itinerary
DAYS 1 - 2 Santiago
Arrive to Santiago de Chile & overnight. Explore this cosmopolitan city at leisure.
DAYS 3 - 6 Atacama
Fly north for two hours to Calama.Travel to the Hotel Explora at San Pedro de Atacama, watch the sunset over the Moon Valley with drinks & dinner.Three days of activities include privately guided visits to the Tatio Geysers, mountain thermal springs & high altitude Andean salt lakes.
DAYS 7 - 10 Santiago/Lake District
Fly south to Santiago & on to Puerto Montt. On arrival transfer to Hotel Cabañas del Lago Hotel for four nights. Explore the
lakeside town of Puerto Varas & make a day trip to Chiloe. Optional fishing & riding trips are available.
DAYS 11 - 12 Santiago Vineyards
Fly north to Santiago, transfer to the vineyards, stay at the Casa Real located on the Santa Rita Vineyards for two nights.
DAY 13
Fly home from Santiago.
Prices start from £2,550 excluding flights.
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