Chile

Atacama Desert, Wine Valley, Santiago Tour

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8-Day Custom Travel Experience – Tailored Vacation Through Chile’s Atacama Desert Wonders

1-Week Chile Atacama Desert Private Tour

Discover the rich culture, stunning landscapes, and world-class wines of Chile on this immersive custom travel vacation. Begin your journey in the vibrant capital of Santiago, where you will enjoy a Santiago City Tour, a cooking lesson to prepare traditional Chilean dishes, and a bike tour through the city’s historic neighborhoods and lively streets. Continue to the Casablanca Wine Valley for wine tastings at Casona Veramonte & Matetic Vineyards, savoring Chilean wines and admiring the beautiful vineyard landscapes.

Travel onward to the charming town of San Pedro de Atacama, your gateway to one of the world’s most extraordinary landscapes. Explore the surreal formations of Moon Valley, where otherworldly rock shapes and vast sand dunes create an unforgettable backdrop. Discover the vast expanse of the Atacama Salt Flats, home to flamingos and unique desert wildlife, and visit the shimmering Miscanti and Meniques Lagoons, high-altitude lakes surrounded by volcanic peaks, perfect for wildlife watching and photography. Conclude your Atacama adventure with an early morning visit to the spectacular Tatio Geysers, where you will witness dramatic steam vents erupting at sunrise, an unforgettable highlight of this tailored tour.

Return to Santiago for a free afternoon, followed by a dinner show at Bali-Hai, one of the city’s most emblematic restaurants. Enjoy a delicious meal accompanied by live music and traditional folk dances from all regions of Chile, including Andean, Polynesian, Chilote dances, and the cueca, the country’s iconic national dance.

This custom trip perfectly blends cultural experiences, natural wonders, and culinary delights for a truly unique Chilean adventure. Get in touch with your Chile Travel Expert! 

Destinations

Chile

Trip at a glance

Visits

ATACAMA: Astronomic Tour, Moon Valley, Atacama Salt Flats, Los Flamencos National Reserve (Miscanti, Meñiques, Chaxa Lagoons), Tatio Geysers, Cejar Lagoon

CASABLANCA WINE VALLEY: Casona Veramonte & Matetic Vineyards

SANTIAGO: La Moneda, Plaza de Armas, Central Post Office, Metropolitan Cathedral, Central Market, San Cristóbal Hill, Bike Tour, Cooking Tour, Dinner-Show with Chilean Dances and Music

Trip details

Itinerary

Day 1 ARRIVAL, SANTIAGO CITY TOUR

Morning

Arrival to Chile.

Private transfer from Santiago Airport to hotel.

Afternoon

Meeting in the afternoon at the hotel hall to start your visit of Santiago. This tour will include the historic center: Plaza de Armas, the cathedral, La Moneda Palace and the central fish market. We will end the visit at San Cristobal hill in order to have a panoramic view above the capital.

Evening

Free evening in Santiago.

Overnight at the hotel.

Day 2 santiago: cooking class, bike tour

Morning

You will be picked up from your hotel in Santiago and taken to El Galeón Restaurant.

The experience begins at the Central Market, where an assistant chef and the restaurant manager welcome you and introduce you to the fresh local ingredients. You then explore the market together, selecting the seafood and produce that will be used in your cooking session.

After the visit, you return to El Galeón for an interactive cooking class, preparing your own meal alongside one of the restaurant’s chefs.

At the end of the experience, a private transfer will take you to the starting point of your bike tour.

Afternoon

Your half-day private bike tour begins as you ride through Santiago’s parks, historic areas and lively neighborhoods.

This scenic route offers insight into local culture, everyday life, and the architectural contrasts that define the city. You will explore leafy green spaces, iconic downtown landmarks and vibrant barrios that showcase the spirit of Santiago.

After the tour, a private transfer will return you to your hotel.

Evening

Free evening. 

Overnight at your hotel in Santiago. 

MEALS
  • Breakfast at the hotel
  • Lunch included

Day 3 CASABLANCA WINE VALLEY: Casona Veramonte & MATETIC VINEYARDS TOUR

Morning

Embark on a special tour of Chilean wine culture and eco-friendly winemaking. Start with Veramonte Winery, where you can explore its historic buildings and beautiful vineyards.

Learn about the history of Veramonte and see how they make their famous wines. Knowledgeable guides will show you around and explain how the winery has grown over time.

Afternoon

Next, visit Matetic Vineyards in the Rosario Valley, known for its sustainable practices and top-quality wines. Explore the oldest vineyard in Matetic and learn about the special climate of the Rosario Valley. Discover organic and biodynamic farming as you walk through the vineyards and visit their biodynamic garden, home to native birds and insects.

Finish your tour with a wine tasting at the Emporio, featuring wines from our Corralillo and EQ collections. Experience the unique flavors of the Rosario Valley through our wines.

Transfer back to your hotel in Santiago.

Evening

Free evening and overnight at the hotel in Santiago.

MEALS
  • Breakfast at the hotel
  • Lunch at the winery

Day 4 FLIGHT TO CALAMA, ATACAMA DESERT: MOON VALLEY, ASTRONOMIC TOUR

Morning

Transfer to Santiago Airport and flight to Calama (2 hours 5 min).

Transfer to your hotel in San Pedro de Atacama (1 hour 15 min).

Afternoon

One of the best-known destinations between Calama and San Pedro is the Valle de la Luna. With the Licancabur volcano providing the backdrop, strange salt, and rock formations in the middle of the valley’s barren sandy landscape really do look like a moonscape. After a tour past the bizarre natural rock and salt shapes, you will ascend a lookout point on a giant sand dune where you can enjoy a breath-taking view of the valley and the Licancabur volcano. Then, you pass by the bizarre rock formation “Tres Marías” and end the excursion at “Coyote´s rock” (“Piedra del Coyote”). From the top of this rock, you overlook the Kari-Canyon and wide parts of the desert, you can even catch a glimpse at the Salar de Atacama. The setting sunbathes the landscape in a light that changes with every minute, providing a mesmerising play of colours. The return drive to San Pedro is after sunset.

Evening

Discover the wonders of the cosmos with our cutting-edge telescope equipment at the Andean Cosmovision Station. Our state-of-the-art inventory includes two 12'' Dobson Telescopes boasting a powerful 300x magnification capability, alongside the remarkable eVscope telescope from the renowned Unistellar Brand, perfect for capturing stunning astrophotographs of deep space.

Nestled within our station, you'll find a cozy space featuring a quaint 'Mini Coffee Bar,' where we proudly serve a selection of hot beverages crafted from locally sourced ingredients. Guests can also indulge in the time-honored tradition of roasting marshmallows over a crackling bonfire, accompanied by a delectable array of snacks and complemented by a glass of exquisite Chilean red wine.

Step into our dedicated photography area, meticulously designed to encapsulate the enchantment of the night sky. Equipped with professional-grade gear, we specialize in capturing captivating portrait-style photographs against the backdrop of celestial wonders. Depending on the season, guests can marvel at the ethereal beauty of the Milky Way during autumn and winter or gaze upon the majestic Orion and Pleiades constellations in spring and summer. Each session includes the opportunity for three personalized photographs, ensuring cherished memories to last a lifetime.

Situated in the picturesque Ayllu de Cucuter, just 15 kilometers south of the charming town of San Pedro de Atacama, our observation area offers an unparalleled level of darkness, rated Bortle 2 according to NASA's official website. This pristine darkness provides an optimal environment for both astrophotography and telescope observation, promising an unforgettable celestial experience for every visitor.

MEALS
  • Breakfast at the hotel

Day 5 ATACAMA DESERT: SALT FLATS, LOS FLAMENCOS NATIONAL RESERVE (CHAXA, MISCANTI, MEÑIQUES LAGOONS)

Morning

Departure to the largest salt flat in Chile, the driest place on Earth. 

Stop at the Chaxa Lagoon (1 hour). 

This area is occupied by three different species of flamingoes: the Andean flamingo, the Chilean flamingo and the James's flamingo. 

Free time to walk around the lagoon and see those magnificient pink birds in action (1 hour). 

Drive through Los Flamencos National Reserve across the altiplano to the splendid Miscanti and Meñiques lagoons at 13,780 feet (4200 metres) above sea level. 

Stop at a local restaurant for lunch before heading back towards San Pedro de Atacama. 

Afternoon

Enjoy some free time to walk around Toconao, a charming village where houses were built with volcanic rock and pop in one of the few craft shops to hunt for local treasures (30 min). 

Drive back to San Pedro de Atacama (30 min). 

End of the afternoon at leisure. 

Evening

Free evening in San Pedro de Atacama. 

Overnight at your hotel in San Pedro de Atacama. 

MEALS
  • Breakfast at the hotel

Day 6 ATACAMA DESERT: TATIO GEYSERS, CEJAR LAGOON, Tebenquinche Lagoon, Eyes of the Salar

Morning

Depart from San Pedro de Atacama before sunrise for the 1.5-hour drive to El Tatio. Arrive at dawn to witness the more than 80 active geysers at their peak activity in the largest geothermal field of the southern hemisphere. After exploring the fumaroles and geothermal pools, continue toward the park’s exit, stopping at a nearby wetland to observe local wildlife while enjoying breakfast. The journey continues to the Putana wetland, with views of the imposing, still-active Putana Volcano. Before returning to town, make a final stop at the Machuca wetland to see flamingos in their natural habitat.Head out from San Pedro to the Cejar Lagoon area, a stunning natural setting known for its intense turquoise waters and high salinity. Walk along the entrance trail to viewpoints before reaching Laguna Piedra, where you can float effortlessly in its salt-rich waters. Continue the excursion toward Ojos del Salar, two deep freshwater sinkholes in the middle of the salt flats, and finish at the serene Laguna Tebenquinche, ideal for appreciating the vast white landscape and its reflections. Return to San Pedro de Atacama in the late afternoon.

Afternoon

Head out from San Pedro to the Cejar Lagoon area, a stunning natural setting known for its intense turquoise waters and high salinity. Walk along the entrance trail to viewpoints before reaching Laguna Piedra, where you can float effortlessly in its salt-rich waters. Continue the excursion toward Ojos del Salar, two deep freshwater sinkholes in the middle of the salt flats, and finish at the serene Laguna Tebenquinche, ideal for appreciating the vast white landscape and its reflections. Return to San Pedro de Atacama in the late afternoon.

Evening

Free evening and overnight at your hotel in San Pedro de Atacama.

MEALS
  • Breakfast at the hotel

Day 7 FLIGHT TO SANTIAGO: FREE AFTERNOON, DINNER SHOW

Morning

Transfer to Calama Airport for your direct flight to Santiago. 

Private transfer to your hotel in Santiago.

Afternoon

Free afternoon in Santiago to purchase your last souvenirs. 

Evening

For your last evening in Chile, enjoy a tasty meal and live show at Bali-Hai, one of the most emblematic restaurants in the capital. You will get to see live music and folk dances from all geographical areas of our country, including Andean, Polynesian, Chilote dances, and of course, the cueca, the traditional Chilean dance.

MEALS
  • Breakfast at the hotel
  • Dinner show

Day 8 Departure from Santiago

At the indicated time, private transfer to Santiago airport (30 min).

Check-in assistance. 

International flight. 

MEALS
  • Breakfast at the hotel

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What's included

Flights

  • Santiago to Calama
  • Calama to Santiago

Accommodation

Nights
7 nights in premium hotels

Meals

Bed & Breakfast plan
7 breakfasts
Full board plan
7 breakfasts + 3 lunches (including box lunches) + 3 dinners

Transportation

Car
Private car & driver for all transfers and visits

Orientation

Guide
Private English-speaking guide for all mentioned visits

Entrance Fees

All entrance fees included

What's not included

  • International Flights
  • Travel Insurance
  • Extra Meals
  • Drinks
  • Tips

Prices


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