Day 1
Arrival in Santiago
We will meet the passengers at Santiago airport and transfer them to their hotel in the city. Once there, they can enjoy the rest of the day at leisure.
Santiago, Elqui Valley and Atacama
11 days / 12 nights
Includes
Pasajes aéreos
Hotel
Traslados
Desayuno
Excursiones
Estimated prices
From US$7,393 per person in a double room
When to go
All year
A spectacular route to discover the most beautiful parts of northern Chile, including Santiago. This program invites you to immerse yourself in the history of the capital, then feel the energy of the Elqui Valley, and finally fall in love with the majesty of the Atacama Desert. It's impossible to overlook the fact that these last two places boast some of the clearest starry skies in the world.
Suggested itinerary
Day 2
City tour of Santiago
We'll depart from the hotel and head to the historic heart of the city to visit its plazas, heritage buildings, and hidden corners that bring to life the traditions and history of the Chilean capital. Afterward, we'll take you to the artisan village of Los Domínicos, a place that preserves the traditions of the Chilean countryside and its beautiful local crafts.
Day 3
Visit to the Casablanca Valley
We'll depart from Santiago heading north, as the Casablanca Valley, famous for its excellent wines, is just over an hour away. Among hills and valleys, passengers will visit two wineries, touring their vineyards and cellars, and concluding with a tasting. The experience also includes a delicious lunch.
Day 4
Arrival at the Elqui Valley
Passengers will take a flight from Santiago to La Serena, and from there travel to the Elqui Valley, home to the spectacular CasaMolle Hotel. This oasis is surrounded by nature and tranquil landscapes.
Hotel
Day 5
Hiking through hills and astronomical observation
The region's exceptional climate provides the perfect setting for a guided hike along the slopes of El Molle hill, where you'll discover native flora and impressive natural formations. At night, passengers will enjoy an astronomical experience, observing the universe under one of the clearest skies in the world.
Hotel
Day 6
Kayak on the lagoon or bike ride
Optionally, guests can take a kayak tour on the Hotel CasaMolle's private lagoon, surrounded by mountains and the characteristic tranquility of the valley. Another option is a bike ride along the rural paths of El Molle, passing through orchards, rivers, and hidden corners that reflect the simple and authentic life of the valley.
Hotel
Day 7
Arrival in San Pedro de Atacama
We will take passengers to La Serena airport for their flight to Calama. From there, they will travel for approximately 1.5 hours to reach the Explora Atacama hotel, an all-inclusive luxury experience in San Pedro de Atacama.
Hotel
Day 8 | San Pedro de Atacama
Between turquoise lagoons and endless salt flats
From the hotel, passengers will depart to explore the beautiful Cejar Lagoon, where they can float naturally thanks to the high salt concentration of its waters. After lunch at the hotel, in the afternoon they will visit the spectacular Chaxa Lagoon with its backdrop of volcanoes, the natural habitat of hundreds of flamingos in the middle of the Atacama Salt Flat. In the evening, they will enjoy dinner at the hotel restaurant.
Hotel
Day 9
Visit to the Puritama Hot Springs
From the hotel, passengers will depart for the Puritama Hot Springs, where Explora has an exclusive pool. These thermal pools are a true oasis in the desert, reached after a hike through canyons, trails, and Andean vegetation. Passengers will return to the hotel for lunch and an afternoon of relaxation. In the evening, after dinner, they will visit the hotel's telescope to admire the vastness of some of the clearest skies in the world.
Hotel
Day 10
Visit to the Tatio geysers
Early in the morning, passengers will begin their ascent to the Tatio geysers. Upon reaching 4,200 meters above sea level, they will be able to admire the spectacular steaming pools that make up the highest geothermal field of volcanic origin in the world.
Hotel
Day 11
Departure from San Pedro de Atacama
At the agreed time, we will pick up the passengers and take them to Calama airport, where they can catch their flight to their next destination.