NORTHERN CHILE (9 DAYS)
9 Days Starting in Santiago, Santiago Metropolitan Region, Chile and ending in San Pedro de Atacama, Antofagasta, Chile
Visiting: Santiago, Valparaíso, San Pedro de Atacama
Tour operator:
Tour code:
CH15
Group Type:
Independent
Specialist Group:
18-30 Somethings
Guide Type:
Partially Guided
Age range:
18-70
Special diets catered:
Meat, Vegetarians
Tour operated in:
English , SpanishTrip Styles:
Interests:
Activities:
Tour Overview
Chile is a slender ribbon of land flanked by the South Pacific Ocean to the west, and surrounded by Peru, Bolivia and Argentina. The country is a mystifying amalgam of extraordinarily diverse scenery, vibrant cultures, and exciting cities. From the fjords and glaciers of Patagonia and Antarctica to the driest desert in the world at Atacama, volcanoes to tropical islands, Chile boasts nearly every landscape imaginable. One of the country’s defining characteristics is its warm culture, summarised in its motto of ‘buena onda’ (‘good vibes’). Rituals surrounding relaxation and connection - such as the ‘mate’ tea custom - are integral to Chilean culture, as well as a strong connection with food, music and dance. World-class cities like Santiago weave together 21st century global culture and time-honoured traditions, and provide everything from phenomenal restaurants and buzzing nightlife to gorgeous, trendy beaches. Wine lovers will also find worlds of taste to explore in the lush valleys of vineyards offering some of the best wine on earth.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Santiago
Location: Santiago
Accommodation: Hostel, Hotel, Elisa Cole Hotel
Accommodation Name: Hostal Providencia
Meals Included: Breakfast
Arrival in Santiago de Chile. Private transfer to hostel or hotel. Check in
Day 2 : Santiago
Location: Santiago
Accommodation: Hostel, Hotel, Elisa Cole Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Breakfast. At 9.30 am, Santiago Bike Tour:
This Tour shows you the popular culture and everyday life in Santiago. Multiculturalism, urban art and diverse religions in Patronato. Fruits and vegetables in La Vega Market. History in the Plaza de Armas. All part of the many experiences on this unforgettable Tour of Santiago.
Featured Stops: Bellavista Neighborhood, La Chascona: Pablo Neruda´s House, Metropolitan Park, Patronato Neighborhood, La Vega Market, Mapocho Station, Central Market, Plaza de Armas, Bellas Artes Museum, Forestal Park
Day 3 : Valparaiso
Location: Valparaíso
Accommodation: Hostel, Hotel, ibis Valparaiso
Accommodation Name: La joya hostel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Breakfast. Check out and make your own way to the bus station to take the bus to Valparaiso. Arrival and make your own way to your accommodation.
Day 4 : Valparaiso
Location: Valparaíso
Accommodation: Hostel, Hotel, ibis Valparaiso
Accommodation Name: La Joya hostel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Free day to explore the city.
Day 5 : Overnight Travel
Location: Valparaíso
Accommodation: Hostel, Hotel, Ibis Valparaiso
Accommodation Name: La Joya hostel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Check out and make your own way to the bus station to catch the night bus to Calama (about 20 hours ride)
Day 6 : San Pedro De Atacama
Location: San Pedro de Atacama
Accommodation: Hostel, Hotel, don Raul
Accommodation Name: Backpackers san pedro hostel
Arrival to Calama Bus Station. Connect to take a Bus to San Pedro de Atacama. Arrival and make your own way to the accommodation. Free day
Day 7 : San Pedro De Atacama
Location: San Pedro de Atacama
Accommodation: Hostel, Hotel, Hotel don Raul
Accommodation Name: Backpackers San pedro hostel
Geysers del Tatio Excursion: You will be picked up at the hostel between 4.30 and 5 am depending on season to be able to admire the driest and highest desert in the world. The road will take you between hills and mountains of the tough Andes range until you reach the geothermal site of the Geysers, 1 hour and a half after departure. There you will be able to admire the out of this world Geysers, fumaroles and steaming craters that show the volcanic activity of the region. The Geysers reserve is located at 89 km from San Pedro and 4.230 meters above sea level. So temperature is low in summer (-6 degrees Celcius) and even colder in winter (july-august) (-20 degrees Celcius). It is very important to take warm clothes and plenty of water to help your body adapt to such a high altitude. Breakfast is offered viewing the geothermic field and on the way back there is a short stop at Machuca Village. Back to San Pedro hostel at about mid day
Day 8 : San Pedro De Atacama
Location: San Pedro de Atacama
Accommodation: Hostel, Hotel, don Raul
Accommodation Name: Backpackers san pedro hostel
Free day to relax or taking optional tours like Moon Valley or Altiplanic Lagoons.
Day 9 : End Of Itinerary
Location: San Pedro de Atacama
Accommodation: Hostel, Hotel, Hotel don Raul
Accommodation Name: Backpackers san pedro hostel
Check out, transfer to Calama Airport. End of trip
What's Included
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Accommodation
2 nights accommodation with breakfast at selected room in Santiago / 2 nights accommodation with breakfast at selected room in Valparaiso / 3 nights Accommodation in San Pedro de Atacama
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Transport
Santiago Airport Pick up / Bus from Santiago to Valparaiso / Night Bus from Valparaiso to Calama / Bus from Calama to San Pedro de Atacama / Calama Airport Drop Off.
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Activities and Services
Santiago Bike Tour / Geysers del Tatio Day Trip (4.30 am to 12.30 pm)
What's Not Included
Meals not described in itinerary /Towels in case of hostel dorm /Entrance fee to any National Park or site /Bus stations pick up and drop offs /Any Flight
Mode of Transport
Bus transfer
Regular Transfer
Accommodation
Hotel and Hostel
Check out our Q&As
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What happens if a group doesn’t make its minimum required number of passengers?
Our tours are independent. This means you'll be meeting people during day tour and at the accommodation but from city to city you'll taking regular buses. There is not going be a group where you can join and shared the same itinerary.
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Are all entrance fees included in the price?
No, entrance fee to the parks are not included. You can buy it online.
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Will I know the names and details of all the accommodation before I depart?
Yes, you'll receive vouchers and itinerary before departure
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Hi Travel Argentina allows you to make 3 free date changes, as long as the change is made at least 21 days before the start of the tour.
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Transfer as credit to Future Tours
Hi Travel Argentina allows you to transfer existing payments to a future tour to avoid cancellation fees if you can't travel and inform hi travel argentina, 30 days before departure.
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Low Deposit
Hi Travel Argentina requires a minimum deposit of 10% or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 30 days before departure.
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of hi travel argentina charges.
Up to 60 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 30 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.
At 15 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.