Best of Argentina, Bolivia and Chile

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This was the trip that kept on giving. We were first timers with Explore but nothing disappointed. Carolina, our tour leader was wonderful and made sure everything flowed seamlessly. She found me veggie meals without fuss or issue, patiently translated and made sure we were all happy. A very sensible tweak was made to the itinerary in order to help us acclimatise to the altitude as well. All three countries gave us jaw dropping scenery and photo opportunities and day after day of natural beauty. There were many highlights but those that especially stood out were the huge and colourful rock formations and scenery in Argentina, the salt flats of Bolivia, the sundowners and wonderful stay at Luna Salada, the Atacama in Chile and the night of stargazing in Santiago. All in all, I can't recommend this trip enough and would definitely suggest adding time at the start and end if you can.

Marion | Traveled in October

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13 daysDuration

Small Group TourUsually 8-12 participants

16 peopleMaximum group size

16 - 99 yearsAge range for participants

EnglishGuide language

Moderate

Involves sustained activity requiring a reasonable level of fitness and endurance.

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Ends

Buenos Aires, Argentina

Santiago, Chile

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Highlights

Salar de Uyuni - Explore Bolivia's dream-like salt flats by 4WD - an extraordinary place to catch both the sunset and the sunrise. Cafayate Vineyards - Taste Argentina's famous wines and enjoy a traditional lunch in this stunning wine region. Atacama Desert - Visit Moon Valley for sunset aperitifs and visit the explosive El Tatio geysers.

Itinerary

Craving landscapes that defy the imagination? The Best of Argentina, Bolivia and Chile trip delivers 13 days of jaw-dropping scenery and cultural encounters across the Andean Altiplano. Starting in Buenos Aires and ending in Santiago, this moderately active sightseeing tour takes you through surreal salt flats, dramatic deserts, and vibrant cities.

Marvel at Bolivia’s Salar de Uyuni, where sunrises and sunsets are pure magic, and journey by 4WD over shimmering salt crusts. Taste Argentina’s acclaimed wines in Cafayate, paired with a traditional lunch amid scenic vineyards. In Chile, witness the otherworldly Moon Valley at sunset and the explosive geysers of El Tatio.

Designed for experienced travelers, this trip package expertly combines iconic landscapes with authentic local experiences. Its unique selling point lies in its access to three countries’ most breathtaking sites, from flamingo-filled lagoons to red-rock canyons—a feast for the senses and the soul.

day 1Join trip in Buenos Aires

Our trip begins in Buenos Aires, Argentina's capital, located on the southern shores of the Rio de la Plata. Since its founding by Pedro de Mendoza in 1536, the city has thrived on trade and its vibrant streets are brimming with an eclectic mix of European architectural styles, with Spanish, French and Italian classicism rubbing shoulders with the remnants of Victorian grandeur. Our tour leader will meet us in reception at 6pm for a welcome meeting and, for those who wish, there is the chance to go out for dinner. There are no activities planned today, so you're free to arrive in Buenos Aires at any time. If you'd like an airport transfer, you'll need to arrive into either Aeroparque Internacional Jorge Newbery (AEP) or Ezeiza International Airport (EZE), a 30-minute or one-hour drive from our hotel respectively. If you miss the meeting, your tour leader will inform you of any essential information as soon as you catch up. On Day 2, we fly to Salta and it's possible that our flight might depart very early in the morning, so we highly recommend adding additional nights in Buenos Aires to your trip. Arty San Telmo, up-scale Palermo or colourful La Boca are just some of the neighbourhoods worth exploring.

Accommodation

KER Recoleta Hotel

day 2Fly to Salta and tour the city; dinner at a traditional 'pena' (folk music hall)

day 3Full-day trip to the Cafayate vineyards to taste the region's famous wine

day 4Walk at the Paseo de los Colorados in Purmamarca, visit the Salinas Grandes salt flats

day 5Full-day trip to Tilcara and the Humahuaca Gorge

day 6Cross the border into Bolivia; change into 4WD vehicles and drive to Tupiza

day 7Visit the Train Cemetery en route to Uyuni, watch the stars on a nighttime trip to the salt flats

day 8Discover the salt flats and the cacti-covered Incahuasi Island

day 9Visit the coloured lagoons; cross the border into Chile and continue to San Pedro de Atacama

day 10Free morning in San Pedro; sunset aperitifs at the Moon Valley

day 11Morning visit to the Tatio Geysers; afternoon free in San Pedro

day 12Fly to Santiago

day 13Trip ends in Santiago

What's Included

Accommodation

KER Recoleta Hotel (1 night)Hotel Brizo Salta (2 nights)Colores de Purmamarca (2 nights)Hotel Mitru (1 night)Luna Salada (1 night)Hotel los Flamencos (1 night)Hotel Don Raúl (3 nights)Capital Bellet Hotel (1 night)

Meals

12 Breakfasts, 4 Lunches, 4 Dinners

Transport

Driver(s)4WDFlight

Guide

Explore Tour Leader

Others

Minibus

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