Compare Patagonia Popular Packages - The Great Atacama Desert by Quasar Expeditions
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5 | Excellent
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| Duration | 5 days |
| Price From | $ 2,200 |
| Price Per Day | $ 440 |
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| Trip Style | Self-guided tour |
| Lodging Level | Luxury |
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| Flights & Transport | Ground transport included |
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| Meals Included |
5 Breakfasts, 5 Lunches and 5 Dinners |
| Description |
Everyone traveling to Patagonia will need to spend at least some time in Chile or Argentina. All the tours presented below are designed to dovetail with our Patagonia Jeep Overland Safaris. Whether you have the bare minimum time apart from your safari, or if you can enjoy a grand South American tour, extending your stay in Chile or Argentina, nearby Peru and Ecuador or the astonishing Galapagos Islands, can render rich rewards in a region that is home to thriving indigenous cultures, ancient Incan temples, 400 year old haciendas, the Central Andean mountain range, the western edge of the Amazon basin and lakes, animals and beaches in Galapagos! |
Day 1: flight to Calama Airport (San Pedro de Atacama) / transfer to your hotel
You will be met at the airport by an English speaking guide and driver who will transfer you to your hotel of choice.
Day 2 - 4: San Pedro de Atacama and its surroundings
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
The El Tatio Geysers are located at an altitude of 4,300m / 14,190 feet. The geothermal field has close links to the volcanic activity in the zone and consists of huge steam columns which reach heights of 12 metres /almost 40 feet. Intense sulphur odors and pools of boiling water and mud make this place seem like the initiation of life. The moon valley journey allows participants to appreciate the surreal beauty of the landscape from many viewpoints in the Salt Mountain Range, such as the scenery of Death Valley, Moon Valley and the Andes mountain range. The Altiplanico lagoons adventure includes the discovery of important facts about the atacameñan culture. In the villages of Toconao and Socaire, life as it is today can be observed. On arrival at the highland lagoons of Miscanti and Miñiques, (4,200 m/13, 860 feet high) there is time to view the large numbers of birds which live here and admire the beautiful scenery.
Day 4: transfer to airport for your Santiago flight. Arrive to Santiago and relax for your journey to Patagonia
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
After an early breakfast and pickup you will be transferred to the airport for your flight to Santiago. Enjoy your afternoon relaxing in your hotel.
Day 5: transfer to airport for Patagonia flight
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
After an early breakfast and pickup you will be transferred from your hotel to the airport for your flight to Patagonia.
