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Atacama Desert Route: 7-Day Itinerary – San Pedro de Atacama

Atacama Desert Route: 7-Day Itinerary – San Pedro de Atacama

San Pedro de Atacama, Chile

Atacama Desert Route: 7-Day Itinerary – San Pedro de Atacama

Atacama Desert Route: 7-Day Itinerary – San Pedro de Atacama

San Pedro de Atacama, Chile

Atacama Desert Route: 7-Day Itinerary – San Pedro de Atacama

Atacama Desert Route: 7-Day Itinerary – San Pedro de Atacama

San Pedro de Atacama, Chile

Atacama Desert Route: 7-Day Itinerary – San Pedro de Atacama

San Pedro de Atacama, El Loa Province, Chile View on Google Maps

Tour Overview

Settle into San Pedro de Atacama and immerse yourself in the world's driest desert, exploring a mix of iconic landscapes and high-altitude wonders that will take your breath away. Watch the sunset as it illuminates the sculptural dunes of the Valley of the Moon. Next, delve into the ancient stories of Yerbas Buenas and finally, immerse yourself in the vibrant mineral colors of Rainbow Valley. Stroll through the stunning red rock formations of Aguas Calientes, watch flamingos at Chaxa Lagoon in the Salar de Atacama, and explore the breathtaking altiplano lagoons surrounded by majestic volcanoes. Wake up before dawn to watch the steaming sunrise at the Tatio geysers, take a moment in the picturesque village of Machuca to embrace Andean culture, and conclude your journey at the stunning Cejar salt flats and beyond, where the desert beautifully reflects the sky.

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Highlights

  • Sunset over the sculptural desert formations of the Valley of the Moon.
  • The colors of Rainbow Valley and the petroglyph heritage of Yerbas Buenas.
  • One-hour hike through the Red Rocks and high-altitude lagoons.
  • Flamingos and birds at Chaxa Lagoon in the Salar de Atacama.
  • Steam fields at dawn at the Tatio geysers, with hot breakfast included.
  • Culture of the village of Machuca: adobe houses, crafts, local cuisine.
  • Floating in the salt waters of the Cejar and Piedra lagoons.

What's Included

Included

  • Accommodation in standard 3* hotels in San Pedro de Atacama.
  • All meals mentioned as included in the itinerary.
  • All shared activities with an English-speaking certified guide.
  • Entrance fees for the mentioned activities.
  • Shuttle transportation to and from Calama Airport.
  • Transportation necesary for the development of the program.

Excluded

  • International flights.
  • Domestic flights.
  • Meals not mentioned in the itinerary.
  • Personal expenses.
  • Travel insurance and repatriation insurance.
  • Optional excursions, activities, and tours.

Itinerary

Day 1: Arrive at San Pedro de Atacama - Lunar Landscape at Valle de La Luna (Moon Valley)

Day 2: Discover the Rainbow Valley

Day 3: Red Rocks, Lagunas Altiplánicas & Atacama Salt Flats

Day 4: Explore the Tatio Geysers and Machuca Town

Day 5: The Salares Route

Day 6: Andes Lookouts & Pacana Monks

Day 7: Departure from Calama