Vineyards, Deserts & Salt, Chile & Bolivia 11 days tour

Upon arrival at Arturo Merino Benítez International Airport (SCL), you’ll be transferred to your hotel in central Santiago or to one of the recommended neighborhoods such as Lastarria or Bellavista. Depending on your arrival time and energy level, you can either rest or start exploring the city.

Hotel: 3* (ASK FOR HOTEL UPGRADES IF NEEDED)
Meals: B

Note: This is a flexible tour that can be booked on the dates that best suit your travel plans, as it does not operate exclusively as a group departure. When traveling on your own, some daily excursions may be private, while on other days you may share activities with other travelers. This blend of private and shared experiences adds variety to the itinerary, making each part of the journey authentic, dynamic, and truly unique.

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This program can also be arranged for solo travelers, simply let us know, and we’ll provide the rate for single participation.
If your group has 3, 5, or 7 travelers, we can offer different room arrangements, such as triple rooms, family rooms or double and single combinations, depending on your preference and availability. Please feel free to contact us, and we’ll gladly help you with all the details and pricing.

We will pick you up from your hotel in Santiago and begin our journey towards Valparaíso, stopping first in the Casablanca Valley, known for its wine production.

In Valparaíso, we’ll explore the UNESCO-listed historic center and visit the exterior of Pablo Neruda’s house, La Sebastiana. We'll enjoy panoramic views from Paseo 21 de Mayo before heading to Viña del Mar. There, you’ll see the famous Flower Clock and have free time for lunch by the sea.

After a full day exploring the Chilean coast, we’ll return to Santiago­ ­

Hotel: 3* (ASK FOR HOTEL UPGRADES IF NEEDED)
Meals: B

Begin with a half-day visit to a winery in the renowned wine regions. Enjoy a tour of the vineyard, learn about the winemaking process, and take part in a tasting, highlights often include Carménère and Sauvignon Blanc.

Afterwards, transfer to Santiago airport for your flight to Calama (approx. 2 hours). Upon arrival, you’ll be driven through the Atacama Desert to San Pedro de Atacama (approx. 1.5 hours). Settle into your hotel and acclimatize.

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Hotel: 3* (ASK FOR HOTEL UPGRADES IF NEEDED)
Meals: B

Enjoy a free morning to relax and explore the town of San Pedro: visit the church, local markets, or the archaeological museum.

In the afternoon, join a guided tour to the Moon Valley and Death Valley, located in the Salt Mountain Range. Walk through surreal landscapes, wind-carved rock formations, and salt caverns. End the day watching a dramatic sunset over the desert dunes, with shifting colors across the Andes.

Hotel: 3* (ASK FOR HOTEL UPGRADES IF NEEDED)
Meals: B

Depart early (around 4:30 AM) to reach the Tatio Geysers, one of the highest geothermal fields in the world (4,300 m). Arrive by sunrise to witness the steaming fumaroles and bubbling pools at their most active.

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Enjoy breakfast in the high Andes. On the way back, stop at small Andean villages like Machuca, where you might see llamas and traditional adobe houses.

Hotel: 3* (ASK FOR HOTEL UPGRADES IF NEEDED)
Meals: B

Cross into Bolivia via the Hito Cajón border. This is the start of the awe-inspiring Lagoon Route.

Highlights include Laguna Blanca and Laguna Verde at the base of the Licancabur volcano, the surreal Salvador Dalí Desert, the thermal waters of Polques (optional swim), and finally, the flamingo-filled red waters of Laguna Colorada.

Hotel: Tayka (THERE IS NO UPGRADE AVAILABLE FOR THIS HOTEL)
Meals: B

Your adventure begins with a visit to the iconic Train Cemetery, where rusting locomotives tell stories of Bolivia’s industrial past. From there, you'll head to Colchani, a small village where you can explore traditional salt crafts made entirely from the Salar’s purest salt.

Next, tour a local salt factory to learn about salt extraction and processing methods, followed by a visit to the unique Ojos de Sal – bubbling saltwater springs that break through the surface of the flats.

Continue on to the fascinating Playa Blanca Salt Hotel, built entirely from salt blocks, then journey across the dazzling white expanse to reach Incahuasi Island (note: access may be limited during the rainy season). Covered in giant cacti and offering panoramic views, this island is a surreal oasis in the middle of the salt desert.

Your day ends with a breathtaking sunset over the Uyuni Salt Flats, where the changing colors of the sky reflect on the mirrored surface a truly unforgettable sight.

Hotel: 3* (ASK FOR HOTEL UPGRADES IF NEEDED)
Meals: B

Continue your Uyuni experience with a journey into the Andean highlands, starting with a visit to the beautiful Colonial Church of Tomave, an architectural gem nestled in a remote mountain village.

Next, relax in the natural Saruyo hot springs, surrounded by peaceful landscapes. Then, explore the serene K’asilla Lagoon and the vibrant Green Lagoon of Tomave, both rich in natural beauty and local wildlife.

The tour concludes with your return to Uyuni, leaving you with unforgettable memories of Bolivia’s high-altitude wonders.

Overnight: 3* (ASK FOR HOTEL UPGRADES IF NEEDED)
Meals: B

In the morning, you will fly to La Paz (approx. 1 hour). Upon arrival, we will take you to your hotel to relax for a while. At 2:00 p.m., we will pick you up from your hotel to begin the tour.

We’ll explore the historic center, visit landmarks like the San Francisco Church, the Government Palace, and the Witch Market. From the Killi Killi viewpoint, we’ll enjoy panoramic views of the city before heading by cable car to the Moon Valley.

The evening ends with a buffet dinner and Andean music and dance show at Peña Huari, returning to San Francisco Square around 9:00 p.m.

Hotel: 3* (ASK FOR HOTEL UPGRADES IF NEEDED)
Meals: B & D

We begin our journey to Copacabana, a charming town on the shores of Lake Titicaca, enjoying stunning Andean landscapes along the way.

Upon arrival, we’ll visit the colonial church and explore local markets filled with traditional crafts.

After lunch at a local restaurant, we’ll board a boat to the southern part of Isla del Sol to visit the Inca ruins of Pilkokaina and the sacred Inca Fountains in Yumani.

This day concludes with a return to Copacabana and then back to La Paz for overnight.

Overnight: Hotel: 3* (ASK FOR HOTEL UPGRADES IF NEEDED)
Meals: B

After breakfast, enjoy some free time depending on your flight schedule. You’ll then be transferred to El Alto International Airport for your departure.

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Meals: B