Top North Chile Art & Culture

Immerse yourself in the history of Chile as you explore Iquique and its surroundings. Visit the UNESCO-listed Humberstone town which was once a booming nitrate extraction site, observe the local flora and fauna, see the petroglyphs carved into the mountain slopes, and visit the salt-mining desert town of Salar Grande. This tour is great for those interested in learning about the history, culture, and daily life of northern Chile.

Its unique landscape, the clear skies that make it a perfect enclave for astronomic observation and rich gastronomy. Far from being inert, the Atacama Desert is an area abundant in energy, thanks to its welcoming ancestral cultures and the oasis that is the source of life in the driest desert in the world. It ascends the more than 4,000 meters of height of the Andean plateau to discover small towns that keep intact their customs in the middle of the extremes that are worth photographing. Explore the desert and highest point such as geothermal field located at 4300 meters above sea level in the Andean Mountain range. Visit to San Pedro de Atacama and explore unique landscapes in the world. Salaries, geysers and lagoons of an intense blue color, are part of the places that will amaze you.

At 3,500 meters above sea  is the Rainbow Valley. The Rainbow Valley is used in the basin of the Rio Grande, about 90 kms from San Pedro de Atacama. The access road must be joined on the route to Calama. The valley, like the rest of the attractions of San Pedro de Ataca and its surroundings, is well above 3000 meters above sea level. The Rainbow Valley is located near Sanitiago de Rio Grande or Rio Grande and very close to the Petroglyphs of Yerbas Buenas, which like other attractions in the area is managed by the Atacameña Community of the place.

On this trip we will go to the heart of the Salar de Atacama until arriving at Laguna Chaxa, where we can see different types of flamingos and Andean birds, in a small guided trekking. You will be able to be at the tropic of capricorn, to know two majestic lagoons called Miscanti and Minhique that are to 4,200 msnm, nested in the foothills of the volcanos that bear the same names.

Depart from your Hotel in San Pedro de Atacama towards one of the most important archeological sites of the area. Visit Pukará de Quitor, a Pre-Hispanic stone fortress constructed by the indigenous that dates back to the 17th century. Today it represents an archeological monument and its great historical importance lies in the “Battle of Quitor”, where one of the first clashes between the Spanish Conquerors and the indigenous took place. Next, learn about what is known as the “Culture of San Pedro” at the village of Tulor. Despite of its age it has been well preserved thanks to the natural conditions of the place. This ancient construction is probably the first settlement of the Atacama Salt Flat. Finally, visit the Church of San Pedro, a National Monument, built from adobe clay, cactus wood, chañar and carob trees in 1745. After this last stop, return to your Hotel in San Pedro de Atacama

Located in a gorgeous mountain canyon, these hot springs are an unforgettable experience of thermal waters right in the middle of the driest desert of the world. Surprise yourself with the wonders that San Pedro de Atacama has to offer you Enjoy a relaxing bath in the middle of the dessert

We invite you to visit one of the unmissable places of San Pedro de Atacama: the Geysers of Tatio. Here we can observe amazing emanations of water and steam up to 10 meters high, surrounded by the beauty of the Andes.

Our excursion to Toconao and the Salar de Atacama will take you to explore beautiful natural landscapes to discover the native fauna and flora, as well as an old town, witness of the Atacameña culture & nbsp; Among the places of interest we will visit are: a National Reserve the Flamingos and the Chaxa lagoon and the town of Toconao. Definitely a ride not to be missed.

Through our archaeological tour we will take you to visit not only impressive landscapes of the highlands but also places of historical importance, while we visit the most important archaeological sites in the sector to learn about the origin of the Atacameña culture.

A tour that will take you through landscapes that look like another planet because of the amazing geological formations found there. The walk will take place in the Cordillera de la Sal, an area eroded by water and wind for millions of years. Our excursion invites you to enter the Los Flamencos National Reserve, to go to the Moon Valley, where saline sculptures stand out.

Our excursion to the Salar de Atacama and Altiplanic Lagoons will take you to visit the different high-altitude lagoons, to observe its beautiful landscapes and discover the native fauna and flora. Among the places of interest we will visit are the Flamencos National Reserve and the Chaxa Lagoon; Miscanti and Miñique lagoons, located more than 4,000 meters above sea level and the town of Toconao. Definitely a ride not to be missed!

Through the archaeological city tour you can get to know the city of Arica from a different perspective, while you know the important history of the city and also visit its beautiful landscapes.

Explore with us the most northern city of Chile! We will be knowing the most important historical and architectural landmarks of Arica, along with different beaches and caves where we can reconstruct the history of the city. You can visit a craft market and the Historic Morro where one of the most important battles of the Pacific War happened.

A tour that will take you through landscapes that look like another planet because of the amazing geological formations found there. The walk will take place in the Cordillera de la Sal, and enter the Los Flamencos National Reserve, to go to the Moon Valley, where saline sculptures stand out. The Death Valley, a place characterized by its strange geological forms, its incredible rock sculptures and sand dunes. We invite you to explore it.

Enjoy hassle-free transportation into the desert on this guided tour to Los Flamencos National Reserve from San Pedro de Atacama. Get picked up from from your hotel and travel in a small group of no more than 15 to the geological rock formations of Piedras Rojas; to the Miscanti and Miñiques lagoons, and to Chaxa Lagoon to see both Andean and James flamingos. Lunch is included.

Venture into Chile's Moon Valley without the hassle of arranging your own transport on this guided tour from San Pedro de Atacama. In a small group limited to just 15 people, explore the lunar landscape, shaped by wind and water over millions of years, of the driest desert in the world. Cap off the tour watching the sun set, casting a red glow over the landscape in nearby Death Valley. Includes pickup and drop-off from select hotels.

This El Tatio Geysers and Machuca tour from San Pedro de Atacama specifically takes you out to the El Tatio Geysers early in the morning, so you can get great sunrise photos of the more than 70 geysers. Perfect for all types of travelers, you’ll also stop by Pozón Rústico thermal spring waters and the village of Machuca.

With this tour, starting on San Pedro de Atacama, you will have the opportunity to visit one of the highlights in a more intimate way, sharing your day with other travellers but avoiding big groups: Venture into The Rainbow Valley: Find yourself astonished as you take in the views of the variety of shades on the surrounding hills: earth, red, brown, green, white and yellow colours, which combined with the white salts and the blue sky, make up a unique place. Add historical and cultural value to the experience by visiting the Yerbas Buenas petroglyphs: A point of great historical importance based on rock art, and where the Atacamenian people left an important vestige of their culture. This Chilean wonder is not to be missed!

Experience the natural beauty and culture of the region on this 7-day tour over the north of Chile and Argentina. Starting in San Pedro de Atacama, a small town in the driest desert of the world. Little adobe houses and cozy restaurants are the base to explore one of Chile’s most spectacular sceneries: The Moon Valley, Salt Mountain Range, El Tatio Geyser (geothermal field), sand dunes, thermal waters and a totally clear sky full of stars. Once in Argentina, see the best of Salta, one of traveler’s favorite cities. Explore picturesque desert gorges, beautiful valleys along the Calchaqui Valley and visit towns such as Cachi, Molinos and Angastaco. Stay in the town of Cafayate, located in the heart of Argentina's northern wine region in the Calchaqui Valley.

Explore the north of Argentina and Chile on this 7-day tour from San Pedro de Atacama. Skip the hassle of dealing with logistics as we take care of your airport round-trip transportation and between cities. Get ready to see how all the colours change in the Atacama Desert at sunrise and sunset and discover some of Chile’s most spectacular sceneries: The world-famous Moon Valley, a natural sanctuary, set of landscapes that resembles a fragment of lunar land. Tour the place where the Earth exhales its millenary breath, on the geothermal field of the Tatio Geysers; here, the geysers and thermal waters coexist with the lowest temperatures. Leave Chile behind and travel to Salta, in Argentina, one of the travellers' favourite cities. From here, visit the Salt Flats and Purmamarca, tour along the Humahuaca Gorge (a UNESCO Heritage Site) and discover the famous Pucara de Tilcara, among others. A mixture of culture and natural beauty awaits you!

YOU NEED TWO FULL DAYS TO ENJOY THESE PROGRAMS Discover the origins and development of the Atacameño culture, with iconic sites such as Pucara de Quitor or the village of Tulor. San Pedro de Atacama is the archeological capital of Chile. Apart from its spectacular landscapes, its history is also a fundamental part of any visitor’s experience.Visit Pucará de Quitor, where an important part of Chilean history took place – the Battle of Quitor, which was one of the first battles between the Spanish and the indigenous people. We will then continue to the village of Tulor, then, we visit to the driest desert in the world, you cannot miss the opportunity to see the geologically spectacular Moon Valley. A couple of kilometers outside of San Pedro de Atacama, between the jagged rocks and unusual shapes of the Cordillera de la Sal (Salt Mountains), we find the Valle de la Luna (Moon Valley), a geological wonder of the Los Flamencos National Reserve.

Discover the origins and development of the Atacameño culture, with iconic sites such as Pucara de Quitor or the village of Tulor. San Pedro de Atacama is the archeological capital of Chile. Apart from its spectacular landscapes, its history is also a fundamental part of any visitor’s experience. We visit the most important archeological sites in the region and travel back in time to find out more about the origins of the Atacameño culture and the Lican Antai. Visit Pucará de Quitor, where an important part of Chilean history took place – the Battle of Quitor, which was one of the first battles between the Spanish and the indigenous people. Our stop at the Atacameña Farm will allow you to share with a tourist-friendly local family to try some local delicacies and learn about their agricultural traditions. We will then continue to the village of Tulor, the oldest settlement in the Atacama Salt Flats

With just one day in Punta Arenas, this full-day tour ensures you check off all the highlights. Spend the morning exploring the coast of the Magellan Strait, stopping at historic sites such as Fort Bulnes, Mansa, and Puerto del Hambre; then take in Punta Arenas landmarks including Antoine de Saint Exupery square and the Hernando de Magallanes monument.

Pedernales Salt Flat Nestled in the middle of the Domeyko and Claudio Gay mountain ranges, 3,346 meters above sea level and about 237 km from the city of Copiapó. It corresponds to a vast extension of salt flats located in a depression between mountains, forming lagoons with turquoise blue waters on its inner margins. In the sector, fauna such as Andean, Chilean and James flamingos and Juarjual ducks inhabit. It is characterized by being surrounded by hills where remains of marine fossils have been found, including the Doña Inés Volcano, Los Gemelos and Blanco. Activities such as excursions, photography, observation of flora and fauna and adventure tourism can be carried out.