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Adventure: Atacama Desert, Salar de Uyuni & Mendoza Vineyards

13 Days Starting in Santiago de Chile, Chile and ending in Mendoza, Argentina

Visiting: Santiago de Chile, Chile, San Pedro de Atacama, Chile, Atacama Desert, Chile, El Tatio, Chile, Uyuni Salt Flat, Bolivia, Uyuni Salt Flats, Bolivia, Uyuni, Bolivia, La Paz, Bolivia, Mendoza, Argentina, Lujan de Cuyo, Argentina, Valle de Uco Argentina

Tour operator:

Unu Raymi Tour Operator & Lodges

Specialist Group:

18-30 Somethings

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Group size:

2 - 12

Physical rating:

Medium

Age range:

18-65

Special diets catered:

Vegetarians, Vegans, Meat

Tour operated in:

English

Private Available:

From: $2599 $2476 (USD) Travel Club discount: -$123

NB: Prices correct on 18-Jan-2025 but subject to change.

Tour Overview

San Pedro de Atacama: About 100 kilometers from Calama, the world’s driest desert hides a small oasis called San Pedro de Atacama. It’s an adobe town and dirt roads that have stolen the hearts of thousands of tourists for the charms of Atacameña and the Spanish culture contained in each of its buildings. Geysers, salt lakes & Lagunas lie within a short journey from this magnificent town, dusty roads & cultural traditions will carry us along this wonderful journey exploring this wild, vast & varied desert. Uyuni: The Salar de Uyuni (Bolivia) is one of the most spectacular destinations in all of South America. All international tourism guides, forums, and publications point to it as a must-see, one of those unique places that stay in your memory forever. Attractions include Salar de Uyuni, Incahuasi Island, Train cemetery, Siloli Desert and Stone Tree, Laguna Colorada, Polques Hot Springs (recommended for bathing), and Geysers of the Sun of Tomorrow. Mendoza: To truly enjoy a good wine, a multisensory experience is necessary. That is why on this trip we offer a range of experiences so that you can make the most of your visit to the wine-growing heart of Argentina. We offer guided tours with a variety of tasting options so you can enjoy the freshness of our wines, a restaurant whose menu is made up of local ingredients, and charming guest houses, ready for those who want to embark on a full adventure.

Highlights

Explore the otherworldly San Pedro de Atacama Desert (Chile)
Discover the mystical Uyuni Salt Flats (Bolivia)
Experience the world-famous Vineyards of Mendoza (Argentina)

Itinerary

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Day 1 : Arrival At Santiago De Chile Airport

Location: Santiago de Chile, Chile

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Hotel Diego de Almagro

Arrival & transfer to hotel to rest.

Day 2 : Flight To Calama & Transfer To San Pedro De Atacama

Location: San Pedro de Atacama, Chile

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Hotel Diego de Almagro

Meals Included: Breakfast

Transfer from your Hotel to the Airport to Fly to Calama and transfer by car to San Pedro de Atacama (Latam).

Day 3 : Piedras Rojas, Salar Of Atacama And Lakes Of The Altiplano

Location: Atacama Desert, Chile

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Hotel Diego de Almagro

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch

Piedras Rojas, Salar of Atacama y lakes of the altiplano full day.

Day 4 : Tour Géiseres De El Tatio Y Laguna Machuca

Location: El Tatio, Chile

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Hotel Diego de Almagro

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch

Tour géiseres de El Tatio y Laguna Machuca

Day 5 : Private Uyuni Salt Flat Express

Location: Uyuni Salt Flat, Bolivia

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Salt Flats Accommodation

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch

Start: 7:00 am at your hotel in San Pedro de Atacama. You'll be collected at your accommodation to go by a 4x4 vehicle to the border between Chile and Bolivia. After the border procedures, you'll begin the tour, starting with the Verde and Blanca lagoons which are located on the slopes of the Licancabur Volcano. After that, you'll visit the Polques Hot Springs and the Sol de Mañana Geysers. Then, visiting the Colorada Lagoon, the nesting center of flamingos, before reaching our accommodation for dinner and rest.

Day 6 : Private Uyuni Salt Flat Express

Location: Uyuni Salt Flats, Bolivia

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Salt Flats Accommodation

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch

Getting up early to take the road that passes through the Bolivian altiplanic lagoons, before take the diversion to the Rocks' Valley. After visiting this place, we will pass by the Anaconda Canyon and we will take the route by Villa Alota that will take us to Villa Martín. From this place you'll enter to the Uyuni Salt Flats, where we will be able to see the hexagonal formations of salt. After a little stop and the corresponding photos, we will visit the Incahuasi Island, with some time for going over, and the Salt Museum, before get settled to see the sunset in the salt flat. We will pass by Colchani and the Train Cemetery, before reaching our accommodation to rest.

Day 7 : Private Uyuni Salt Flat Express

Location: Uyuni, Bolivia

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Hotel Jardines de Uyuni

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch

Leaving very early from the Salar de Uyuni in our transportation. , and you'll arrive In Uyuni town to finish this incredible section of your tour.

Day 8 : Transfer From Uyuni Town To La Paz.

Location: La Paz, Bolivia

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Hotel Rosario La Paz

Meals Included: Breakfast

Transfer from Uyuni Town to La Paz.

Day 9 : City Tour Of La Paz

Location: La Paz, Bolivia

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Posada Verde Oliva

Meals Included: Breakfast

City Tour of La Paz in the morning and transfer to La Paz Airport for your flight to Mendoza.

Day 10 : Explore The Wine Region Of Maípu

Location: Mendoza, Argentina

Accommodation: Lodge

Accommodation Name: Posada Verde Oliva

Meals Included: Breakfast

The city of Mendoza makes a great base for a day trip to the small vineyard-filled region of Maipu, only 9 miles (14km) away. To get to Maipu you’ll take transport with your guide, which is only 45 minutes away by transport. You are biking around the Wineries with your guide. Maipu’s 5-mile (8km) stretch of wineries is easily explored by bike. Maipu’s main road is equipped with bike lanes and the side streets are quaint country roads filled with views of trellised grape vines. You’ll tour the vineyards at your leisure over 2 days in the region of Maípu.

Day 11 : Lujan De Cuyo - Tour Of Vineyards

Location: Lujan de Cuyo, Argentina

Accommodation: Lodge, Lodge, Lodge

Accommodation Name: Lujan de Cuyo B&B

Meals Included: Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch

Some places that we’ll be including on your itinerary are the Bodega Familia Cassone, Bodega Alta Vista, and Bodega Lagarde in the region of Lujan de Cuyo. At Bodega Familia Cassone you can take an intimate tour of the grounds where the grape vines are over 100 years old. At Bodega Alta Vista sit outside in the shade of their olive trees for a picnic. You’ll partake in the elegant 4-6 course lunch and wine pairing at Bodega Lagarde. You can spend a relaxed afternoon savoring the expertly paired courses while sitting in the shady courtyard beside grape vines. The entire meal, from homemade bread to delicate dessert, is perfection. The service and food are impeccable and, best of all, they attentively ensure that your wine glass is never empty!

Day 12 : Valle De Uco.

Location: Valle de Uco, Argentina

Accommodation: Lodge, Lodge, LodgeLodgeLodge

Accommodation Name: Casa de Uco Vineyards & Wine Resort

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Lunch

Today you’ll be taking a road trip to Uco Valley, whose alluvial soil and perennially sunny climate provide the perfect conditions for grape growing and add a distinctive flavor to the local wines. Travel approximately 100km from Mendoza City and visit three vineyards to learn about Argentine viticulture and sip on a few glasses of delicious local varieties. You’ll be served lunch at one of the wineries’ restaurants paired with some of their most popular wines. Return to your lodge in the afternoon and take a rest. Overnight in the Valley of Uco. On your final day, you’ll return to Mendoza and indulge yourself with a final dinner at a top-class restaurant in downtown Mendoza.

Day 13 : Transfer To The Airport

Location: Mendoza, Argentina

Meals Included: Breakfast

Transfer for your flight out of Mendoza to El Calafate, Buenos Aires, or Santiago, Chile.

What's Included

Round trip transportation for all activities.
Professional Bilingual Guides.
Breakfast & Lunches daily.
3* Accommodation in San Pedro, Uyuni & Mendoza & Wine Lodges
All activities & logistics organized throughout

What's Not Included

Meals in the city outside of the activities.
Clothing and personal technical equipment.
Expenses caused by eventual abandonment of the expedition.
Domestic Flights (can be included as part of the trip)
Any additional extras

Mode of Transport

Round trip transportation for all activities.

Accommodation

3* Accommodation in San Pedro, Uyuni & Mendoza & Wine Lodges.

Check out our Q&As

Are there any additional costs not covered by the tour package?

Yes, the tour package does not cover meals in the city outside of the activities, clothing and personal technical equipment, expenses caused by eventual abandonment of the expedition, domestic flights (which can be included as part of the trip), and any additional extras.
What kind of activities can I expect in Mendoza?

In Mendoza, you will explore the wine region of Maipu by bike, visit vineyards in Lujan de Cuyo, and take a road trip to Uco Valley to visit three vineyards and enjoy a lunch paired with local wines.
Are meals included in the tour package?

Breakfast and lunches are included daily. However, meals in the city outside of the activities are not included.
What type of accommodation is provided during the tour?

The tour provides 3-star accommodation in San Pedro, Uyuni, and Mendoza, as well as wine lodges.
What activities are included in the tour?

The tour includes exploring the San Pedro de Atacama Desert, visiting the Uyuni Salt Flats, and experiencing the vineyards of Mendoza. Specific activities include visiting Piedras Rojas, Salar of Atacama, lakes of the Altiplano, El Tatio Geysers, Laguna Machuca, and various vineyards in Maipu, Lujan de Cuyo, and Valle de Uco.

What is the itinerary for the Uyuni Salt Flats section of the tour?

The Uyuni Salt Flats section includes visiting the Verde and Blanca lagoons, Polques Hot Springs, Sol de Mañana Geysers, Colorada Lagoon, Rocks' Valley, Anaconda Canyon, Incahuasi Island, Salt Museum, Colchani, and the Train Cemetery.
What kind of transportation is provided during the tour?

Round trip transportation for all activities is provided.
Is there a guide provided during the tour?

Yes, professional bilingual guides are provided throughout the tour.
How long has the tour company been trading?

For 3 years
Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?

Always
What documents will I receive before I travel?

This depends on the type of tour you've booked. If there is paperwork to be sent (i.e. domestic flights etc.) we will forward these to you ahead of time.
Can I join the tour once it has departed?

It can be possible in instances, a lot depends on the type of tour being run and it's accessibility
Am I contributing to any charity by booking the tour?

We don't fund charities directly but we work with local communities where we can to support them and provide resources whenever possible. We utilise local resources with all of our trips so in that respect you are contributing to the local economy and the welfare of it's people.
What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?

At Unu Raymi Expeditions; we’ll always keep our commitment to deliver the best customised experience created from your own personal & group requirements. We’ll provide as many available options for planning your ideal trip; operating & incorporating many off-the-beaten path experiences for your trip or expedition. Before your trip begins we’ll work with you to ensure you are fully prepared and ha
Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?

Yes, if you wold like to share facilities with someone this can be organised
What policies are in place for Covid-19?

We are working with the latest protocols issued by the Ministerio de Salud (Ministry of Health) to ensure our operations are safe and compliant for the future. All hygiene standards that are being developed will be adhered to in compliance with state legislation and protocols.
What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?

We have the flexibility to alter trips as necessary if there are travel restrictions in place. For all other changes please refer to our terms and conditions.
Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?

This will depend if you have booked a private or group tour

Reviews from travellers on this tour

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20-Jan-2024

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10-Oct-2023

Unu Raymi Tour Operator & Lodges is the best. They planned our amazing trip to Peru- Edwin our guide- and Jesus our driver. James managed our trip through airport accidents and transportation strikes making sure we didn�t miss any of the main highlights of our trip. Truly amazing! I highly recommend it and would certainly go back on our next incredible journey.

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Jim Bennett USA

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02-Feb-2024

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20-Jan-2024

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21-Jan-2022

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