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The Atacama Crossing - Santiago to La Paz

20 days Santiago to La Paz

Trip Code: JSL
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Chile, Santiago, Atacama Desert, Bolivia, Salar de Uyuni Salt Flats, Sucre.

From the valleys of central Chile to the vast expanses of the Bolivian Altiplano, this is a 3-week journey of contrasts through some of the most surreal landscapes on Earth, making up part of the Great South American Journey.

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Day 1 Arrive Santiago
Arrive in Santiago at any time.
Day 2 Santiago
Santiago is known equally for its museums and parks and its vineyards and ski resorts. Visit the vibrant Bellavista neighbourhood or go exploring. Day-trips include Valparaiso and Viña del Mar, Chile’s premier beach resort, and Isla Negra, Pablo Neruda’s seaside home.
Day 3-4 La Serena
A journey north takes us to the seaside city of La Serena. Take a tour to the Elqui Valley and visit a Pisco factory, or stop by one of the numerous international astronomical observatories scattered throughout the valley.
Day 5-8 Nightbus / San Pedro de Atacama
A night bus brings us further north to the dry, desert regions of the country, where we arrive at the small desert oasis of San Pedro de Atacama. Optional excursions include biking, exploring nearby ruins, horseback riding, or a tour of the Valley of the Moon.
Day 9-11 4x4 Atacama Desert Crossing Excursion / Uyuni (2B,3L,2D)
Climbing almost 3000 metres into the Chilean altiplano, we embark on our 3 day desert crossing into Bolivia. A surreal landscape awaits between the Salar de Uyuni and the Atacama Desert (Chile), the driest in the world. Travel by 4X4 and marvel at the contrast of piercing blue skies and blinding white salt on the flat lakebed.
Day 12 Potosí
The highest city of its size in the world, UNESCO declared Potosí a World Heritage Site in recognition of its tragic history in the mining of silver during the time of Spanish colonization. Option to visit the silver mines of today.
Day 13-15 Sucre
With beautiful architecture and plenty of good museums, the city has much to offer during our two days here. Optional activities include visits to dinosaur footprints, an old tin baron’s mansion, and a textile cooperative.
Day 16-17 Nightbus / Cochabamba
Staying in the Bolivian highlands, we travel north to the city of Cochabamba, famous for its spring-like climate and for its chicha (fermented maize drink). Explore the museums and this pleasant city before heading to La Paz.
Day 18-19 La Paz
Considered the highest capital city in the world, La Paz offers streets lined with market stalls and vendors. This vibrant atmosphere makes it the perfect city to explore by foot.
Day 20 Depart La Paz
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