Atacama, Salt Flats & Gauchos - 21 Days
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Highlights
- La Paz - sightsee in the highest administrative capital in the world
- Salar de Uyuni – cross Bolivia's dazzling white salt flats on a thrilling jeep adventure
- Atacama Desert – explore the world's driest desert, marvel at the famous El Tatio Geysers and the lunar-like landscape of the Valley of the Moon
- Altiplano - take an unforgettable journey across the wilds of the Altiplano, a spectacular desolate desert landscape
- Salta - independently explore this charming town in the Andean foothills
- Cafayate - visit the impressive rock formations of 'El Amphiteatro' and 'La Garganta del Diablo'
- Estancia stay - spend three nights at a cattle ranch in Argentina, learn about being a gaucho and go horseriding
- Mendoza - visit Argentina's wine capital and opt to explore this region's famous vineyards
- Santiago - enjoy free time to explore Chile's cosmopolitan capital
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- 20 breakfasts, 8 lunches & 7 dinners
- 7 nights multishare hostels, 7 nights camping (including 2 nights wild camping) and 6 nights simple hotels
- Services of two crew (tour leaders/drivers) and local guides along the way
- Spend 3 nights at a traditional estancia (ranch) with gauchos
- Visit the impressive rock formations of 'El Amphiteatro' and 'La Garganta del Diablo'.
- Visit the ancient ruins of the indigenous city of Quilmes en route
- Visit the incredible Moon Valley and the El tatio geysers in the mountains above the Atacama desert
- Day trip on the surreal Salar de Uyuni Salt Flats including the Uyuni train graveyard
- Transportation in an overland expedition vehicle and 4x4
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Itinerary
Welcome to Bolivia! Make your own way to our joining hotel in the historical centre of La Paz. Tonight at 6pm we have an important group meeting where you will get the chance to meet others in your group and the crew. A note on altitude: if you are joining in La Paz...
Today is at leisure in La Paz. Perhaps explore the famous witches market, take an optional excursion to visit the Tiahuanacu Inca Ruins or go mountain biking on the 'World's Most Dangerous Road'. See the Trip Notes for more information about the optional activities on offer in La Paz.
La Paz - Uyuni. Today we journey south to Uyuni, the gateway to the Salar de Uyuni, which is the world's largest salt pan. We spend the night at a hotel in Uyuni that's famous for serving pizzas at the highest altitude in the world. On day 4 we spend a full day ex...
Uyuni - Altiplano (Chile). We continue our journey across the wilds of the Altiplano. This impressive, desolate desert landscape stretches all the way to Chile and is dotted with streams and lakes that appear vividly coloured due to the mineral deposits in the water. ...
Altiplano - San Pedro de Atacama. In the morning we break camp and drive through the stunning Reserva Nacional Alto Loa to reach the desert oasis town of San Pedro de Atacama. En route we stop off for photographs and enjoy lunch as the famous El Tatio Geysers, which a...
San Pedro de Atacama - Salta (Argentina). We depart Chile at the Paso Jamo border and cross into Argentina on day 8. It's a long drive day across the mighty Andes towards our destination for the evening - Salta. Day 9 is at leisure to explore Salta. This city has a nu...
Salta - Cafayate. Departing Salta we drive through the incredible rock formations of the Quebrada de las Conchas en route to Cafayete on day 10. This small town is in the heart of Argentina's premier wine producing region and there will be the opportunity to visit some of the local vineyards.
Cafayate - Quilmes - Recreo. On day 12 we continue south through some beautiful mountains before arriving in the pampas that Argentina is famous for. We explore the ancient ruins of the indigenous city of Quilmes on the way and tonight we enjoy a wild camping experience.
Recreo - Estancia. Today we drive to a unique Anglo-Argentine estancia, or cattle ranch, where we stay for the next three nights at a camp near the main house. This estancia is a working ranch farming prized Argentinian Aberdeen Angus cattle and has been in the same f...
Estancia - Cordoba. This morning we enjoy a leisurely start and after breakfast continue our drive to the lively university city of Cordoba, located at the heart of the Argentinian sierras. This afternoon is free to explore and soak up Cordoba's vibrant atmosphere or enjoy its excellent nightlife.
Cordoba - Mendoza. We have an early start on day 17 as we take a full day to drive to the beautiful town of Mendoza in the foothills of the Andes. Mendoza is well known as one of the 'Wine Capitals of the World' and is renowned for its delicious Malbec. The following day is free to explore this region, head out on various adventure activities or take a tasting tour of the incredible wineries.
Mendoza - Santiago (Chile). Heading back into Chile on day 19 we drive across the Cristo Redentor pass in the high Andes. We pass Aconcagua, the highest mountain in the Southern Hemisphere, as we head to the Chilean capital of Santiago. Day 20 is free for you to explore the city independently. Our accommodation in Santiago is a centrally located hostel.
Our incredible journey comes to an end in Santiago this morning. If you would like to extend your stay in Chile we can arrange post tour accommodation upon request.
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- Items of a personal nature, additional meals and drinks
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- Tipping – an entirely personal gesture
- Sleeping bag and roll mat - please bring your own for camping
- Local payment - $840pp, paid in USD
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