Travel planSan Pedro de Atacama

IDEAL PLAN: 3 days, 5 TOURS in San Pedro de Atacama

About this trip

We invite you on an exciting 3-day journey through the natural and cultural treasures of San Pedro de Atacama. Discover the magic of the desert, the starry skies, and the ancient traditions that make this place a unique destination in the world.

Duration3 days
Departure pointHotel pick-up included
Age range6 – 90 years

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⭐ RECOMMENDED ITINERARY · 3 DAYS

Experience the best of Atacama in 3 days

The itinerary is already planned. You just need to come and enjoy it.

Discover the main must-sees of San Pedro de Atacama with 5 organized experiences over 3 days, combining lagoons, salt flats, geysers, starry skies, and sunsets.

🌋 5 experiences · 🚐 Transfers · 🥐 Breakfasts and meals per tour · 🌎 Guides · 💬 Local assistance

📌 Plan Summary

✅ 3 full days of adventure

🗣️ Expert guides (Spanish, English, Portuguese)

🚐 Transport from your lodging in the urban area

🥐 Breakfasts or cocktails included depending on the tour

📅 Rescheduling at no extra cost

3 days. 5 experiences. One single trip.

DAY 1
💧 Cejar Lagoon + 🌌 Astronomical Tour

DAY 2
🏔️ Red Rocks + Altiplanic Lagoons

DAY 3
🌋 El Tatio Geysers + 🌙 Moon Valley

🔥 Early booking: Save $55 USD

🔒 Security and guaranteed support

🥂 Sunsets with cocktails included

Atacama has so much to see. The secret is knowing how to combine it.

We designed this itinerary so you can discover the different landscapes of Atacama without having to book each excursion separately.

We coordinate the tours, schedules, and logistics for all 3 days. You arrive in San Pedro with your trip fully organized.

🗓️ Thoughtful itinerary
The experiences are distributed over the 3 days.
🚐 Coordinated logistics
Tours include pickup from urban area lodgings and return to the town center.
💬 One single team
You don’t hire five excursions with five different operators.

3 days to discover different sides of the desert

We designed the itinerary combining scenery, adventure, and moments of rest so you can make the most of every day in San Pedro de Atacama without having to plan each experience separately.

🗓️ YOUR TRIP DAY BY DAY

3 days to discover different sides of the desert

We designed the itinerary combining scenery, adventure, and moments of rest so you can make the most of every day in San Pedro de Atacama without having to plan each experience separately.

DAY 1 — 💧 The desert and the stars

Cejar Lagoon + Astronomical Tour

Your trip begins by discovering one of Atacama’s greatest contrasts: water in the middle of the desert and one of the most impressive skies on the planet.

☀️ In the afternoon · Cejar Lagoon + Ojos del Salar + Tebinquinche Lagoon

Schedule: 14:00–14:40 pick up • 18:30 end • Cocktail included

Day’s itinerary – stops

Cejar Lagoon (optional floating)
Ojos del Salar
Tebinquinche Lagoon (sunset)

A perfect first afternoon to start discovering the vastness of the desert and enjoying its sunset.

Park fees: General per person $21,000 CLP / 6–12 Yrs $8,000 CLP / +61 Yrs $13,000 CLP

🌌 At night · Astronomical Tour – Astrophotography (night)

When the sun sets, a completely different experience begins.
We discover the Atacama sky through an astronomical observation experience, telescopes, and an explanation of the sky and Andean cosmovision.

Schedule: according to the moon (approx. 20:00) • guide + photographer • snack board • 2 photos

Day’s itinerary – content

Naked-eye and telescope observation
Andean cosmovision and celestial orientation talk
Group astrophotography session

Park fees: free

DAY 2 — 🏔️ The big day in the Altiplano

Red Rocks and Altiplanic Lagoons (full day)

Today we venture into some of the most breathtaking landscapes of the Chilean altiplano.
It is one of the most complete days of the trip and an experience that truly represents the vastness of Atacama.

Schedule: 07:00–07:40 pick up • 16:30 end • Breakfast + lunch

Day’s itinerary – stops

Chaxa Lagoon (Los Flamencos National Reserve)
Red Rocks sector – Talar Salt Flat
Piedras Calientes Viewpoint
Tropic of Capricorn
Miñiques and Miscanti Lagoons

Park fees: Chaxa + Red Rocks: Nationals per person $20,300 CLP / 5-11 Yrs $8,000 CLP / 12-17 Yrs, +61 Yrs $15,000 CLP

Includes:
✓ Transport
✓ Guide
✓ Breakfast
✓ Lunch

DAY 3 — 🌋 From sunrise among geysers to sunset on the Moon

El Tatio Geysers + Moon Valley

One of the most special days on the itinerary because you will experience two completely different landscapes in just a few hours.

🌋 At sunrise: El Tatio Geysers

We leave early for one of the most famous geothermal fields in the region.
The experience takes place during the first hours of the day, when low temperatures make the steam columns emerging from the altiplano much more dramatic.
During the tour, we also enjoy breakfast.
Includes:
✓ Transport
✓ Guide
✓ Breakfast in the geothermal field

Schedule: 05:00–05:40 pick up • 12:00 end

Day’s itinerary – stops

El Tatio geothermal field
Putana Wetland
Machuca Town

Park fees: General per person $15,000 CLP

🌙 In the afternoon · Moon Valley

Later, we change scenery completely.
We step into a landscape of dunes, salt formations, and mountains shaped by erosion.
The day ends watching the colors of the desert shift with the final rays of light.
Includes:
✓ Transport
✓ Guide

You start the day among steam and mountains. You end it watching the sun set over the desert.

Schedule: 14:00–14:40 pick up • 19:00 end • Sunset with cocktail

Day’s itinerary – stops

Duna Mayor and Amphitheater
Las Tres Marías
Ckari Viewpoint • Salt Mountain Range

Park fees: General per person $10,800 CLP / 11–17 Yrs and +61 Yrs $5,400 CLP

🌎 And that’s how you experienced Atacama

By the end of the three days, you didn’t just go on a collection of excursions.

You experienced:
💧 Saline lagoons
🌌 The Atacama sky
🏔️ The Altiplano
🦩 Salt flats and flamingos
🌋 Geysers
🌙 Moon Valley

3 days · 5 experiences · one single booking. We manage the logistics. You experience Atacama.

Your Atacama Plan · 3 days

Regular price per person
$295 USD

Pack promo price $240 USD

Save $55 USD per person
Book today with $65 USD
Remaining balance: $175 USD per person

✓ The deposit is part of the total price.
✓ Single booking for all 5 experiences.
✓ Online confirmation.
✓ Support from our team throughout your trip.

🎟️ Park entrance fees not included
Entrance fees to certain attractions are a contribution to the local communities that manage and preserve these sites.
We help you arrange them in advance so you arrive fully organized and make the most of your time.

One booking. This entire itinerary.

✓ 5 experiences in 3 days
✓ Transfers corresponding to each tour
✓ Tour guides
✓ Breakfasts on indicated tours
✓ Lunches on indicated full days
✓ Cocktails/snacks where applicable
✓ Assistance from Expediciones San Pedro

Does not include
✕ Lodging
✕ Flights
✕ Park entrance fees except where specified
✕ Personal expenses

Want to customize something? This trip can be tailored for you.

This is our recommended 3-day itinerary, but everyone travels differently.
We can help you adapt the experiences based on your dates, interests, and travel pace.

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⚠️ Clarifications: Schedules subject to weather and operations. Pickup in urban areas. Park entrance fees may change by decision of each local administration; if they vary, we will notify you before the tour with the updated value and payment method.

📜 Booking, Cancellation, and Rescheduling Policies

Booking the plan represents an attendance commitment.

1. Attendance Commitment

By making a reservation, you secure your spot on the tour. The deposit is non-refundable.

2. Rescheduling at No Extra Cost

Reschedule at no cost with at least 72 hours’ notice (valid for 12 months).

3. How to reschedule?

F.A.Q

What is the availability of the Perfect Plan?

We have availability for all dates. You just need to book at least 48 hours in advance.

Is it possible to change the order of the tours?

Yes. You can change the order as you prefer. However, the proposed order is recommended for better acclimatization to altitude, doing the higher altitude tours at the end.

Can I book the Perfect Plan with accommodation?

On our website, you can book excursions only. To add accommodation, you can request a quote and book online here.

How many people are in each tour group?

The group size varies depending on the tour and the date, ranging from 5 to 18 people.

What type of vehicle is used for the tours?

The vehicle depends on the group size and can be a Mercedes-Benz Sprinter (or similar) or a Volare (or similar).

What do the breakfasts include?

Breakfasts include tea, coffee, milk, bread, hot chocolate, juices, and fruit.

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