El Altiplanico
22 DAYS
Discover another world in Chile & Argentina’s arid north. See the great natural beauty of the desert; from geysers to salt flats, to the beauty of the local villages set back in time. If that is not enough then culminate with a bus crossing over the Andes Mountains which will have you mesmerized.
Departs: Wednesday and Sundays
(Guaranteed Departures)
Day 1: AUSTRALIA – SANTIAGO On arrival you will be met and transferred to your hotel.
Day 2: SANTIAGO - SAN PEDRO DE ATACAMA (B) Morning flights to Calama. Transfer to San Pedro de Atacama. Afternoon tour to Moon Valley and the Valle de la Muerte.
Day 3: SAN PEDRO DE ATACAMA (B) Full day tour to Atacama salt flats and Toconao, a fresh water oasis located 38km from San Pedro.
Day 4: SAN PEDRO DE ATACAMA (B) Day tour to the El Tatio Geysers, the world’s highest geometric field.
Day 5: SAN PEDRO DE ATACAMA – VILLAMAR (B L) Transfer to Villamar crossing the Green Lagoon, Chalviri Lagoon, hotsprings of Polque and Red lagoon, nesting place for 30,000 flamingoes.
Day 6: VILLAMAR – UYUNI SALTFLATS (B) Travel along the ranges via Alota and the villages of San Agustin and San Juan, before arriving at Uyuni Salflats at Chuvica.
Day 7: SALTS FLATS –UYUNI – VILLAZON (B L) Morning visit to Salt Flats visiting “Incahuasi Island”. Day use of hotel in Uyuni before midnight train to Villazon.
Day 8: VILLAZON – PURMAMARCA (B) Arrive in Villazon, cross border to La Quiaca in Argentina. Transfer to Purmamarca, visiting Humahuaca ravine, Tilcara and Pucara.
Day 9: PURMAMARCA – SALTA (B) Visit Salinas Grandes and San Antonio de los Cobres, before arrival in Salta.
Day 10: SALTA (B) Full day tour to Cafayate and surroundings including Quebrada de Las Conchas and local wineries.
Day 11: SALTA – IGUAZU FALLS (B) Morning city tour of Salta before your flight to Iguazu falls. On arrival transfer to your hotel.
Day 12: IGUAZU FALLS (B) Half day tour to the Brazilian side of the falls.
Day 13: IGUAZU FALLS – BUENOS AIRES (B) Morning tour to the Argentinean side of the falls, including the Devils Throat. Transfer to airport for flight to Buenos Aires. On arrival transfer to your hotel.
Day 14: BUENOS AIRES (B) Half day orientation tour of the stylish capital of Buenos Aires.
Day 15: BUENOS AIRES (B D) Day at leisure to explore. Experience the tango in all its glory and sample the succulent beef with a dinner and show.
Day 16: BUENOS AIRES – MENDOZA (B) Transfer to airport for flight to Mendoza. On arrival transfer to your hotel.
Day 17: MENDOZA (B) Half day city tour of Mendoza , including Independence square, San Martin park, and Modern Art Museum.
Day 18: MENDOZA (B L) Half day tour to a local winery including lunch.
Day 19: MENDOZA – SANTIAGO (B) Transfer to bus terminal for breathtaking bus ride across the Andes Mountains to Santiago. On arrival, transfer to hotel.
Day 20: SANTIAGO – AUSTRALIA (B) Half day orientation tour of Santiago. Evening transfer to airport for your flight to Australia.
Day 21: In flight
Day 22: ARRIVE IN AUSTRALIA.
| EL ALTIPLANICO | Prices From |
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| Available Packages | Single | Twin |
| CIR03 - 22 DAYS |
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| Low Season (02 Feb-30 Nov) | ||
| Tourist Hotels |
10741 |
7883 |
| First Class Hotels |
11065 |
8109 |
| High Season (01-12 Dec / 25-31 Dec / 16 Jan-01 Feb) | ||
| Tourist Hotels | 12031 | 9173 |
| First Class Hotels | 12355 | 9399 |
| Peak Season (13-24 Dec / 1-15 Jan) | ||
| Tourist Hotels | 12031 | 9173 |
| First Class Hotels | 12355 | 9399 |
| Land Only (Excludes Flights) | ||
| Tourist Hotels |
7788 |
4930 |
| First Class Hotels | 8112 | 5156 |
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* Surcharges apply for Easter New Years * Contact us for additional tours or triple share prices Prices dependent on flight availability. |
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Tour includes:
- International economy airfares ex MEL/BNE/SYD
- 4 internal airfares within South America
- Accommodation in selected hotels with private facilities
- Meals as indicated (19 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 01 dinner)
- Transport by air conditioned vehicles
- Comprehensive sightseeing and excursions
- Meeting service and transfers
- English speaking local guides