Atacama & the North - 10 Days Tour by On The Go Tours

About the tour

Tour Type

Private

Minimum Participants

Age Requirement

18 - 80 yrs

Operated In

English

Physical Rating

Easy

Starts

Ends

Santiago, Chile

Arica, Chile

Highlights

Santiago – Take a half day city tour of colonial architecture and traditional neighbourhoods

San Pedro de Atacama – Enjoy this picturesque oasis village with an expansive archaeological museum

Salar de Atacama – Visit Chile’s largest salt lake

Geysers del Tatio – Wake up early for a sunrise visit to soak in the thermal springs

Valle de la Luna – Marvel at the striking lunar-like landscape with a sunset visit to enjoy the changing colours

Itinerary

Venture into the lesser-known wonders of northern Chile with "Atacama & the North - 10 Days." Starting in Santiago and ending in Arica, this easy-paced guided tour is ideal for mature travelers who crave off-the-beaten-path exploration. Delve into the lunar landscapes of the Atacama Desert, marvel at El Tatio’s geysers, and uncover ancient geoglyphs and pre-Hispanic ruins. Visit mammoth copper mines and abandoned ghost towns, all while enjoying comfortable hotels and curated experiences. The USP here is the rare opportunity to witness Chile’s northern frontier—an area rich in natural beauty, history, and striking contrasts—away from the typical tourist trails.

Day 1Santiago

Day 2Santiago City Tour

Day 3San Pedro de Atacama

Day 4Atacama Desert

Day 5Tatio Geysers and the Valley of the Moon

Day 6Chuquicamata copper mine

Day 7Nitrate ghost towns

Day 8Arica

Day 9Putre

Day 10Arica

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What's Included

Accommodation

9 nights STANDARD accommodation. Upgrading to SUPERIOR or DELUXE accommodation options are also available upon request. Accommodation rating – See Trip Notes for details

Meals

9 breakfasts, 4 lunches and 2 dinners

Transport

Airport arrival and departure transfer on day 1 and day 10All relevant transfers and transportation on a private basis unless otherwise stated

Others

Private touring of Arica, Lauca National Park and nitrate ghost townsServices of local English-speaking specialist guidesTour of Santiago, Taito Geysers and Chuquicamata mines on a shared basis (private touring available for a supplement)

Entrance

Entrance fees to all sites included in the itinerary

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Atacama & the North - 10 Days

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