5-Day Tour Best of San Pedro de Atacama

5 days (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English and 1 more

We invite you to enjoy the clearest skies, the driest desert, and the most spectacular landscapes gathered in one place.
Through this package of 5 days and 4 nights you will explore San Pedro de Atacama and its surroundings in a magical and special way.

Join us on this adventure to visit the Salar de Atacama, the largest salt deposit in Chile, and the Valle de la Luna with its landscapes that look like from another world. We will explore the Geysers del Tatio, the largest group of geysers in the southern hemisphere and enjoy floating in the altiplanic lagoons. We will also have the unique opportunity to enjoy a sunset in the Salar de Atacama, seeing how this incredible landscape is modified with the last rays of the sun.

What's Included

Lunch
Transfer in / out to the airport in Spanish.
Breakfast (Optional[4])
Breakfast
Excursions in Spanish or English.
Accommodation
Flights
Entrances fees
Extras, Meals and Others NOT Specified in itinerary
Personal expenses

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

Upon arrival at Calama Airport, you must approach the local transfer operator to be assigned to a vehicle that will take you to your selected hotel in San Pedro. You will have the rest of the day free to relax and explore the town.

Itinerary

Duration: 5 days (approximately)
    Day 1

    Arrival in San Pedro de Atacama

    1 stop
  • 1
    San Pedro de Atacama

    Upon arrival at Calama Airport "El Loa", go to the counter that we will indicate and with your reservation you will be assigned to a vehicle, a professional driver will take you in a comfortable transfer to your hotel in San Pedro de Atacama. Enjoy the rest of the day to rest or explore the charming city.

    Admission ticket free
  • Day 2

    Atacama and Altiplanic Lagoons

    6 stops
  • 2
    San Pedro de Atacama

    We will leave from our selected hotels early in the morning.

    1 hour Admission ticket free
  • 3
    Piedras Rojas

    We will continue to head towards the Salar del Talar where Piedras Rojas is located. Here we will stop where we can have breakfast and observe the landscape.

    2 hours Admission ticket not included
  • 4
    Lagunas Miscanti y Miniques

    We will continue our way to Laguna Miñique and Miscanti, making small trekking to appreciate the beautiful landscape at 4320 meters above sea level.

    2 hours Admission ticket not included
  • 5
    Iglesia de Socaire

    Then, we will go to the town of Socaire.

    2 hours Admission ticket not included
  • 6
    Salar de Atacama

    We will continue our visit through the Laguna Chaxa National Reserve, to know the famous Salar de Atacama. Here we will have time to explore the salt flat and enjoy our lunch.

    2 hours Admission ticket not included
  • 7
    Laguna Chaxa

    In the town of Toconao, there is the Chaxa lagoon, the central point of the Salar de Atacama, unlike other lagoons, we cannot bathe here, but that is not an impediment to enjoying the walk. At 4500 meters above sea level.

    1 hour Admission ticket not included
  • Day 3

    Valley of the Moon

    3 stops
  • 8
    San Pedro de Atacama

    The tour begins with the departure from our Agency in San Pedro de Atacama, following the Cordillera de la Sal. Formed millions of years ago and subjected to the action of rain, wind, and sun, it resulted in a wide variety of natural structures, with different stratifications and colorations.

    1 hour Admission ticket free
  • 9
    Valle De La Luna

    There we will visit the Valle de la Luna , which is part of the Los Flamencos National Reserve. Famous also for its salt sculptures known as Las Tres Marías, formed by wind erosion. The wind also causes the terrain to be generated similar to that of the lunar surface, hence its name.

    1 hour Admission ticket not included
  • 10
    Cordillera de la Sal

    Finally, we will end our excursion with the observation of the sunset from one of the highest points of the Cordillera de la Sal, the Kari viewpoint, and then return to the hotels in San Pedro de Atacama.

    2 hours Admission ticket not included
  • Day 4

    Tatio Geiser, Cejar Lagoon and Ojos Del Salar

    11 stops
  • 11
    San Pedro de Atacama

    We will begin our early morning tour from San Pedro de Atacama to go to the Tatio Geysers, the highest geothermal field in the world, at 4200 meters above sea level.

    1 hour Admission ticket free
  • 12
    Geyser del Tatio

    Our first destination will be the highest geothermal field in the world, the Geysers del Tatio, located 4200 meters above sea level. Here we will explore the approximately 80 active geysers, observing the impressive columns of steam and hot water that emerge from the earth at dawn. Here we will enjoy a delicious breakfast while enjoying from the view of steam fumaroles, which can easily reach 10 meters high. After breakfast, we can take a dip in the thermal pool, with an average temperature of 36 ° C.

    1 hour Admission ticket not included
  • 13
    Geyser del Tatio

    We will enjoy a delicious hot breakfast while we contemplate the steam fumaroles, some reaching up to 10 meters high. This will be the perfect time to recharge our batteries while admiring the natural spectacle that surrounds us.If you dare, you will have the opportunity to immerse yourself in the natural hot springs of Tatio, with an average temperature of 36°C. It is a unique experience to relax and enjoy the natural environment while you immerse yourself in these rejuvenating waters.

    2 hours Admission ticket not included
  • 14

    After marveling at the geysers, we will continue our journey to the picturesque town of Putana, where you will have the opportunity to immerse yourself in the local culture and explore its charming streets and squares.

    Admission ticket free
  • 15

    After enjoying the Tatio Geysers, we will go to the small town of Machuca. Here you can explore its picturesque streets, visit its old Church and try its delicious cuisine, which includes traditional dishes such as llama meat anticucho and goat cheese empanadas.

    1 hour Admission ticket free
  • 16
    San Pedro de Atacama

    Finally, we will return to San Pedro de Atacama, leaving you near the municipal parking lot. From here, you can explore the town, have lunch, or return to your hotel on your own. If you prefer, we can also drop you off at your hotel.

    2 hours Admission ticket free
  • 17
    San Pedro de Atacama

    We will leave from the meeting point to the Cejar lagoon.

    Admission ticket free
  • 18
    Laguna Cejar

    We will begin our day by heading towards Laguna Cejar, one of the most emblematic natural wonders of the region. Here you will have the opportunity to immerse yourself in its salty waters and float like in the Dead Sea, while enjoying the panoramic views of the imposing volcanoes that surround the lagoon.

    1 hour Admission ticket not included
  • 19
    Laguna Tebinquiche

    We will continue our trip to the Tebinquiche lagoon, famous for its spectacular landscape and its saline waters that reflect the sky and the surrounding mountains, creating a dream scenario that will leave you breathless. You can walk along the shores of the lagoon and marvel at the tranquility and natural beauty that surrounds it.

    1 hour Admission ticket not included
  • 20

    Our last stop will be the Ojos del Salar, two natural lagoons in the middle of the desert that seem to emerge from nowhere. Here you can immerse yourself in its crystal-clear waters and cool off while admiring the impressive views of the Andes mountain range and the vast desert landscape that extends around you.

    1 hour Admission ticket not included
  • 21
    San Pedro de Atacama

    After this experience, we will return to the center of San Pedro to drop you off near the municipal parking lot, from there you can tour the town a little or return to your hotel on your own, if you prefer to take the private service we can drop you off at the hotel where we picked you up.

    Admission ticket free
  • Day 5

    Bye Bye San Pedro de Atacama

    1 stop
  • 22
    El Loa Airport

    Enjoy one last breakfast at the hotel and take advantage free time to do some shopping or explore San Pedro de Atacama. Then, our driver will take you back to the International Airport of Calama to end this unforgettable trip.

    Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Take into account that due to the height and climatic conditions of the region, the tours on this package are only available for people between 8 and 65 years.
  • In the early morning, temperatures tend to fall below freezing, so it is recommended to wear warm clothes.
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