Day 1
Arrival in Santiago
We will be waiting for passengers at Santiago airport to take them to their hotel in the city. Once there, they will have the rest of the day free.
Santiago, Atacama and Bolivia
13 days / 12 nights
Includes
Pasajes aéreos
Hotel
Traslados
Desayuno
Excursiones
Estimated prices
From US$ 8,241 per person in a double room
When to go
December to March
Santiago, La Paz, and the Altiplano, which spans Chile and Bolivia, will be the stars of this experience showcasing the contrasts of two countries that are both similar and distinct. An adventure designed to leave passengers dazzled by every landscape.
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 in San Pedro de Atacama
We will take passengers to Santiago 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 5
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 6
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 7
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 8
Trip to Bolivia
We will leave San Pedro de Atacama and travel towards Hito Cajón, where passengers will board a 4x4 vehicle that will take them across the Andean Altiplano towards Villamar. Along the way, they will visit Laguna Verde, located at the foot of the imposing Licancabur volcano, and the surreal Dalí Valley. They will also enjoy the Chalviri hot springs and be dazzled by the Sol de Mañana geysers, where hot mud and fumaroles create otherworldly landscapes. Later, the route will pass by Laguna Colorada, a flamingo habitat, before arriving in Villamar in the afternoon.
Hotel
Day 9
Arrival in Uyuni
From Villamar, passengers will travel across the Bolivian Altiplano towards the famous Uyuni Salt Flats. Along the way, they will see ancient cave paintings and visit the Tomas Lakjas Necropolis. They will pass through the Valley of the Rocks, also known as "Lost Italy," the Vinto and Catal lagoons, and small highland villages such as Alota and Culpina. Once in Uyuni, they will visit the iconic train cemetery, where old locomotives from the 19th and 20th centuries rest amidst the desert landscape, creating a unique and historic atmosphere. At the end of the day, they will arrive at the Palacio de Sal Hotel, located on the edge of the salt flats.
Hotel
Day 10
Visit to the Uyuni Salt Flats
Passengers will wake up at the hotel with spectacular views of the Salar de Uyuni, the world's largest salt flat. To explore it, you'll visit the town of Colchani and a traditional salt processing plant. Once on the salt flats, you'll explore the cenotes (water springs) and learn about the salt extraction process before continuing to Incahuasi Island, also known as Fish Island, where giant cacti rise from the endless white expanse. Lunch will be an Apthapi-style meal, shared right on the salt flats, offering a truly authentic Andean experience. In the afternoon, you'll enjoy the sunset over the salt flats with a delicious aperitif.
Hotel
Day 11
Arrival in La Paz
At the agreed time, we will take the passengers to the nearest airport to catch their flight to La Paz. Once there, we will take them to their hotel in the city.
Hotel
Day 12
City tour of La Paz
We will pick up passengers at their hotels to explore the highlights of this city, including the Gold Museum, the Murillo Museum, and the Folk Art Museum, as well as the Killi Killi viewpoint for panoramic views of the city and the surrounding mountains. You will also visit some traditional markets in the city center, including the famous Witches' Market, a place steeped in mysticism and traditions linked to Pachamama (Mother Earth). The final stop will be in the Valley of the Moon, followed by a cable car ride offering breathtaking views of the vastness and beauty of La Paz from above.
Hotel
Day 13
Transfer to the airport
At the agreed time, we will take the passengers to La Paz airport to catch their flight to their next destination.