Andean Discovery - 17 days
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Overview
Highlights
- Santiago - Take in the highlights of Chile's capital on a half day cultural city tour
- Atacama Desert – Explore the world's driest desert and the lunarlike landscape of the Valley of the Moon
- Take in the spectacular scenery of Laguna Verde on the slopes of the volcano Llicancabur, the Valley of Dali, Chalviri hot springs, continue the journey to the Geysers of the Sun Morning to admire the spectacular colors of hot mud, then to Laguna Colorada
- Salar de Uyuni – Explore Bolivia's spectacular dazzling white salt flats and see the giant cactus of Fish Island
- Colchani - Spend at the unique Hotel Palacio de Sal, the first hotel in the world built entirely of salt
- Humahuaca - Stroll around this picturesque little town which gives its name to the beautiful gorge
- Pucara - Visit the ancient fortress located on a hill top, which is Argentina's most important archaeological site
- Purmamarca - Wander around this charming Andean village, visit the craft market and see the famous Hill of the Seven Colours
- Salta - Spend a night in this sophisticated city, renowned for its colonial architecture and breathtaking landscapes
- Iguazu Falls - Take in incredible views of the spectacular Iguazu Falls from both the Brazilian and Argentine side
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Trip includes
- 16 nights SUPERIOR accommodation. Upgrading to DELUXE accommodation is available upon request. Accommodation rating – See Trip Notes for details
- 16 breakfasts, 1 lunch and 1 dinner
- Airport arrival and departure transfer
- Santiago and Buenos Aires city tours on a shared basis (private touring available for a supplement)
- Moon and Death Valleys excursion on a shared basis (private touring available for a supplement)
- Tour of the Rocks Valley, Incahuasi Island and Uyuni Salt Flat on a shared basis (private touring available for a supplement)
- Humahuaca Gorge Excursion on a shared basis (private touring available for a supplement)
- Tour of the Dalí Valley, Chalviri hot springs, Sol de Mañana Geysers and Laguna Colorada, Villamar on a shared basis (private touring available for a supplement)
- Brazilian Falls and Argentine Iguazu Falls Tour on a shared basis (private touring available for a supplement)
- English speaking local guides for all scheduled sightseeing
- All relevant transfers and transportation
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Itinerary
Welcome to Chile. Upon arrival at Santiago International Airport, you will be greeted and transferred to your hotel. Spend the rest of your evening at leisure.
After breakfast, enjoy a half-day city tour of Chile's capital. Starting at San Cristobal Hill, you'll visit the Plaza de Armas, Cathedral and the Government Palace. Then head east to experience some of Santiago's older neighbourhoods, such as Plaza Concha y Toro, whi...
Santiago - Atacama. Transfer to the airport for your flight to Atacama. Upon arrival at Calama airport, you will be met and transferred to your hotel in San Pedro de Atacama.
This afternoon you'll depart on a half-day excursion to the beautiful Moon Valley. Sculpted over thousands and thousands of years by erosion, this otherworldly landscape features incredible rock formations and sand dunes. Visit the salt caverns and climb the mayor sand dune for breathtaking views, before returning to San Pedro de Atacama in the evening. Day 6 is free to spend at your leisure.
Atacama - Villa Mar (Bolivia). Today you will journey via the Hito Cajón Bolivian border to Villa Mar, passing the Valley of Dali and Chalviri hot springs enroute. Other stops include the Geysers of the Sun Morning, where you can admire the spectacular colours of the hot mud, and Laguna Colorada, home to the famous James Flamingos.
Villa Mar - Uyuni Salt Flats. After breakfast, visit the bizarre rock formations of the Stones Valley and take in the incredible landscapes of the vast dazzling Uyuni Salt Flats, visiting the famous giant cactus of Incahuasi Island (commonly known as Fish Island). Nex...
Uyuni Salt Flats - Tupiza. Today travel to the tranquil Bolivian town of Tupiza, stopping en route to visit the mining centre of Atocha. On arrival enjoy a short walk through the city.
Tupiza - Humahuaca - Purmamarca (Argentina). Today you will cross the border into Argentina, travelling to the colourful northwest region and the picturesque town of Humahuaca. Enjoy some free time to explore before continuing to Tilcara. Here you will visit the most ...
Purmamarca - Salta. Enjoy free time this morning to explore Purmamarca Village, where highlights include the famous Hill of Seven Colours, the church and the craft market. Discover its narrow streets and meet the locals, before travelling to the city of Salta, which is renowned for its handsome colonial architecture and rugged mountainous backdrop.
Salta - Iguazu. Transfer to Salta Airport for your flight to Iguazu, arriving into Puerto Iguazu Airport you will be met and transferred to your hotel. On day 13 enjoy a full-day excursion into the Argentinean side of Iguazu Falls. Your visit can be done via 3 circ...
Iguazu - Buenos Aires. Today enjoy a half-day excursion to the Brazilian side of Iguazu Falls. Separated from the Argentinean National Park by the Iguazu River, the Brazilian Falls were declared a UNESCO World Heritage site in 1986 and form part of one of the largest ...
Today enjoy a guided tour of the main highlights of Buenos Aires, including the Metropolitan Cathedral, Government House and Plaza de Mayo. Watch the locals tango on the streets of the San Telmo neighbourhood and stop at the colourful suburb of La Boca, home to severa...
Spend day 16 exploring Buenos Aires at your leisure. Perhaps wander the lively outdoor markets or shop in some of the city's cutting-edge boutiques. Enjoy gourmet cuisine and sample some of the country's renowned wine. No trip to the Argentinian capital would be compl...
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What's excluded
- International flights and visas
- Tipping – an entirely personal gesture
- Domestic flights – South American airpasses are available with LATAM and other airline carriers when booked in conjunction with international flights, which can often offer significant savings on domestic flights. Please ask a member of the team for more information.
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