View All PhotosAdventure
Moderate
Cultural, Geographical, Nature, Wildlife
| Is this tour for me? | ||
| Accommodation: | Not included | |
| Included meals: | Not included | |
Free BrochureRead about this tour by Downloading our brochure
Chile is one of the most extraordinary countries in the world! It is a country of incredible natural diversity and is a fabulous destination for those who enjoy the great outdoors. The North of Chile is home to the Andean region and the high Andean plateaus called the Altiplano. With its distinct flora and fauna including vicuñas and guanacos. The stunning and mysterious desert of Atacama and picturesque Andean villages, this tour combines the best aspects of a visit to the Chilean Altiplano.
Special features of our 6 DAY Chilean Altiplano and AndesTour:
Type of Tourism: Off the beaten track, Adventure, Remote, Activities, Trekking.
Places to Visit: Arica, Codpa, Putre, Atacama Desert
Duration: 6 Days and 5 Nights.
Type of Service: group tours.
Accommodation: 3 star hotels and higher at every destination that you will visit. These hotels had been carefully chosen and we can guarantee that you will feel comfortable and your every need catered for!
Free BrochureReady to explore? Download the brochure and start planning!
Your FREE travel expert is just a click away
Or Call us now! (888) 803 8004
Today is arrival day in Arica! We will visit the plaza, San Marcos Cathedral, Fisherman's wharf, Casa de la Cultura, and enjoy a panoramic view from El Morro. We will then head to the Azapa Valley to visit the Alto Ramírez geoglyphs and The Cerro Sagrado with its archaeological museum of San Miguel. Here you can see an exhibition of the oldest mummies in the world, the Chinchorro Mummies. We will continue the journey through the desert with a stop in the Chaca Valley arriving at the Codpa Oasis. Once here, you can visit the small town of Guañacagua.
Codpa Valley is renowned for its fertile lands, due to its mild climate and the Vítor River. Here you can find all kinds of fruits, such as guavas, citrus fruits and grapes, used to make Pintatani wine. The town of Codpa is of pre-Hispanic origin and was inhabited by the chief of the "Altos de Arica". The San Martín church, dating back to the fifteenth century, and the Codpa Valley Museum are the main attractions.
Today we will head out to the foothills of The Andes, stopping at the Ofragía and Cerro Blanco petroglyphs. We will then head through the towns of Vitor, Tignamar and Belén. In the afternoon, we will make a stop in Chapiquiña and Putre, villages dedicated to livestock farming and agriculture, with fantastic terracing, still used today.
Today we will head out to the Lauca National Park, close to the Bolivian border and a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve. Here we can appreciate a wide variety of Andean flora and fauna. We will stop at the ceremonial town of Parinacota, famous for its 17th century Baroque-Mestizo style church. We will then visit the Cotacotani Lagoons and The Chungara Lake, which is one of the highest in the world. It is also blessed with spectacular views of the Twin Payachatas volcanos Parinacota and Pomerape. You can hike around the lake to take in the magnificent scenery. Jurasi hot springs visit is an optional stop off before we return to Putre for the evening.
Today, we will traverse the northern highlands of The Andes, visiting protected areas such as Las Vicuñas National Reserve, Surire National Monument, Lauca National Park and Isluga National Park. We will make a stop in the towns of Ancuta and Guallatiri next to the active volcano of the same name. We will then head to the Surire salt flats to see the nesting sites the Andean Flamingos. Then we can enjoy a soak in the Polloquere Hot springs overlooking the Salt flats. In the afternoon, we will visit the Andean towns of Enquelga, Isluga and The Aravilla Lagoon, arriving at Colchane in the early evening.
After breakfast, we will leave Colchane, leaving the altiplano behind us and head to the desert passing through the villages of Cariquima and Chuzmiza, with its unique terraces. We will then head to the Giant of Atacama, an 86 metre high geoglyph, etched into the Cerro Unita and dating back to the Tiwanaku civilization. In the afternoon, we will visit Humberstone and Santa Laura, walking down its now secluded streets. We can visit the theatre, the market and its church. At the end of the day, we will arrive in the city of Iquique, where we will spend the evening.
After breakfast, we will leave the hotel and take you to the Iquique airport for your onward flight to your next exciting destination!
Contact our travel specialist
Claire
“Let me share with you my knowledge and passion for travelling , helping you to plan the best holidays of your life!”
Dreaming of a Yucatan Peninsula tour? Find the perfect trip to the Yucatan Peninsula that fits to explore the natural scenery, culture and history.
Brazil is a massive country with many geographical areas, cultures and incredible biodiversity. Salvador in Bahia is famed for its carnival and its pristine, stunning beaches, the fascinating cultural heritage of its Portuguese, African and Indigenous native communities; Rio de Janeiro, is a vibrant city with something for everyone, safe beaches, s
The highlight will of course be the Seventh Wonder of the Modern World, Machu Picchu. In addition, on many of your Vacation Packages in Peru, including this 9-day Best of Peru tour, you will sample the delights of the capital, Lima.
Committed to international standards of excellence, safety, and sustainable tourism.
Discover Why Our Passengers Love Valencia Travel: A Glimpse into Our Five-Star Reviews
