Desert Experience: San Pedro de Atacama
Desert Experience: San Pedro de Atacama
4 Days Starting and ending in San Pedro de Atacama, Antofagasta, Chile
Visiting: Calama, San Pedro de Atacama
Tour operator:
Tour code:
EAWP
Group Type:
Independent
Specialist Group:
Fifty+
Guide Type:
Partially Guided
Age range:
1-99
Special diets catered:
Vegetarians, Vegans, Meat
Tour operated in:
English , French , German , SpanishInterests:
Cultural, Gardens & Nature Tours, Photography, Wildlife Tours
Activities:
From:
$1120
$1070 (USD)
Exclusive Tourhub Members Discount: -$50
NB: Prices correct on 17-May-2024 but subject to change.
Tour Overview
San Pedro de Atacama is one of the star destinations of South America, with countless and amazing hot springs, imposing salt flats, impressive volcanoes and strange geological formations. The variety of the flora and fauna attracts those who love and have a connection with nature and also those who love sports and adventure. San Pedro is also full of archaeological and cultural riches, reminder of the magnificent past of the Atacama culture. From dusk in the Geysers del Tatio, surrounded by mountains and snow-covered volcanoes, till dawn in the salty lagoons full of Andean Flamingos, San Pedro will take your breath away.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Calama Airport - San Pedro De Atacama
Location: Calama, San Pedro de Atacama
Accommodation: Hotel, Altiplanico or similar - Double or Single Base
Accommodation Name: Hotel Altiplanico or similar - Double or Single Base
Meals Included: No Meals
We recieve you at Calama Airport and then transfer to our hotel Altiplanico which is located three blocks away from downtown on the road to the Pukará de Quitor.
The rest of the day is at leisure
Day 2 : Piedras Rojas, Altiplanic Lagoons And The Atacama Salt Flats
Location: San Pedro de Atacama
Accommodation: Hotel, Altiplanico or similar - Double or Single Base
Accommodation Name: Hotel Altiplanico or similar - Double or Single Base
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
After breakfast, we will start the journey visiting Lagoon Chaxa, a scenery of spectacular beauty that is divided into several water mirrors where a large number of flamingos live and other birds such as large and small parinas. Then we head towards the Altiplano to reach the viewpoint of Red Stones, where you can see a volcanic conglomerate formed from the oxidation of the iron present in that place. Later we will visit Miscanti and Miñiques lagoons at more than 4,200 meters over sea level. Surrounded by imposing volcanoes caused by the elevation of the Andes mountain chain, a habitat of a variety of birds, are a truly amazing destination. Finally, before returning, while the landscape gives us breathtaking views of the Licancabur and Lascar volcanoes. Finishing in the Town of Toconao, built with volcanic stone, it stands out for its heritage architecture, with the church of San Lucas, and its bell tower, declared a National Monument. Agriculture and crafts are the main source of work for its citizens.
Then we go back to our accommodation in the late afternoon.
Day 3 : San Pedro De Atacama
Location: San Pedro de Atacama
Accommodation: Hotel, Altiplanico or similar - Double or Single Base
Accommodation Name: Hotel Altiplanico or similar - Double or Single Base
Meals Included: Breakfast
This day is al leisure to do any of the optional excursions such as Geysers del Tatio, Puritama Terms, Baltinache Lagoons, among others.
Day 4 : San Pedro De Atacama - Calama Airport
Location: San Pedro de Atacama, Airport El Loa Calama (CJC)
Meals Included: Breakfast
After breakfast transfer to Calama`s Airport where our services end.
What's Included
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Accommodation
3 Nights Accommodations at Hotel Altiplanico - Double or Single Base with Breakfast
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Airport Transfers at Destination
Transfer from / to Calama Airport are included. If you need to add transfers from / to Salta city or Uyuni just let us know.
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Free Wi-Fi at Accommodation
Yes.
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Excursion Piedras Rojas, Altiplanic Lagoons y Salt Flat
3 Breakfasts, 1 Lunch
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Transport
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- Tour Piedras Rojas, Lagunas Altiplánicas y Salar with Lunch
What's Not Included
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Entrance Fees
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Tipping and Gratuities
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Flights
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Medical / Life insurance
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Optional Excursions
Check out our Q&As
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Is there a supplement for solo travellers?
Yes.
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Can I add one extra day?
Yes. just let us know and we will help you.
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Will passengers from another country be participating in the tour?
Yes.
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Are airport transfers included in this tour?
Yes. Transfers from / to Calama Airport are included. If you need to add transfers from / to Salta City, Argentina or from / to Uyuni let us know and we will help you.
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What is the fitness level required to do this tour?
Basic / Low
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Company Instant Book
Yes.
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Is free Wi-Fi available in the accommodation used?
Yes.
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What currencies are required for this tour?
Chilean Pesos
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Can you assist with pre or post tour accommodation?
Yes, of couse. Just let us know.
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Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?
Yes.
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Is there a limit to luggage that can be brought on the tour?
No
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Will I know the names and details of all the accommodation before I depart?
Yes. Once the booking is confirmed we will send a voucher with all details for your trip.
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Is there any free time to explore places during the tour?
Yes. On day 3 you can opt to do any of the optional excursion that San Pedro de Atacama has to offer us.
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Are flights included in this tour?
No
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Free Date Changes
We People Travel and Experiences allows you to make 15 free date changes, as long as the change is made at least 15 days before the start of the tour.
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Low Deposit
We People Travel and Experiences requires a minimum deposit of 20% 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 we people travel and experiences charges.
At 30 days before tour starts: Forfeit 20% of booking price.
At 29 days before tour starts: Forfeit 60% of booking price.
At 14 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.
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