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Chilean Altiplano Tour: Explore Piedras Rojas & Lagunas
5.0
11 Ratings
San Pedro de Atacama
Explore Chile’s highlands: breakfast at Tropic of Capricorn, Piedras Rojas, Altiplanic Lagoons, and historic Toconao. Book now for an unforgettable adventure.
Explore Chile’s highlands: breakfast at Tropic of Capricorn, Piedras Rojas, Altiplanic Lagoons, and historic Toconao. Book now for an unforgettable adventure.
Duration:
10 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Tropico de Capricornio - Start your day with a delicious breakfast at the Tropic of Capricorn, where the first rays of sunlight caress the landscape, preparing you for a day full of discovery and natural beauty. Your tour guide will introduce you to the surroundings, highlighting the natural and cultural aspects of the region.
- Piedras Rojas -…
- Tropico de Capricornio - Start your day with a delicious breakfast at the Tropic of Capricorn, where the first rays of sunlight caress the landscape, preparing you for a day full of discovery and natural beauty. Your tour guide will introduce you to the surroundings, highlighting the natural and cultural aspects of the region.
- Piedras Rojas - Experience the unique geological phenomenon of Piedras Rojas, a landscape that will take your breath away with its splendor and mystery. Your tour guide will explain the geological formation of this place and take you to the most impressive points to enjoy spectacular views and unique photo opportunities.
- Lagunas Miscanti y Miniques - Take in the serenity of the Miscanti and Miñiques Altiplanic Lagoons, surrounded by snow-capped peaks that create a dreamlike landscape. Your tour guide will lead you along the trails around the lagoons, pointing out local wildlife and sharing information about the ecological and cultural importance of this ecosystem. Enjoy lunch in a picturesque location, where you can savor local cuisine and rest before continuing your adventure to Socaire.
- Socaire - Immerse yourself in local culture in Socaire, a picturesque highland village. Your tour guide will take you to explore the village’s historic streets, visiting landmarks such as the colonial church and the artisan market. They will also facilitate interactions with local inhabitants, allowing you to learn about their traditions and lifestyle.
- Toconao - Visit the charming village of Toconao, known for its colonial architecture and local crafts. Your tour guide will take you to explore its quiet streets, visiting the San Lucas church and stone bell tower, and learning about the rich history and culture of this oasis town.
What's Included
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Shared Transport
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Shared Transport
What's Not Included
- Entrance to Piedras Rojas and Lagunas is paid at the office before leaving for the tour. (15 USD)
- Entrance to Piedras Rojas and Lagunas is paid at the office before leaving for the tour. (15 USD)
Additional Information
Discover the magic of the Chilean Altiplano with our exclusive tour. From an exciting breakfast under the sun of the Tropic of Capricorn to the fascinating exploration of the mysterious Piedras Rojas and the tranquil Lagunas Altiplánicas de Miscanti and Miñiques, every moment is filled with natural and cultural wonders. Enjoy a local lunch before…
Discover the magic of the Chilean Altiplano with our exclusive tour. From an exciting breakfast under the sun of the Tropic of Capricorn to the fascinating exploration of the mysterious Piedras Rojas and the tranquil Lagunas Altiplánicas de Miscanti and Miñiques, every moment is filled with natural and cultural wonders. Enjoy a local lunch before immersing yourself in the historical charms of Toconao and Socaire, guided by experts who will tell you the stories behind each place. Book now and live a unique experience in one of the most impressive landscapes in Chile.
- What to bring: Warm clothing, comfortable shoes, hat, sunglasses, sunscreen, 1.5 liters of still water per person
Location
Caracoles 600
Caracoles
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
5.0
(11 Ratings)
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Alfie
Apr 26, 2025
Pricy but great - I have never seen scenery so stunning. We visited a number of places. My tour guide Manu was great. He made sure all of us were doing well even at the high altitudes, and insisted on taking pictures of all of us at every scenic point. The bus would often stop to allow us to get a good look of animals along the way. This tour was great, if you don’t mind paying a bit more for a safe choice for a tour this is it!
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Williamfj2028nm
Apr 7, 2025
A wonderful day out, - The whole trip was well organized with an early morning breakfast just as the sun was rising. It was quite a long day but the group bonded well and the driver (Marco) and courier (Chris) kept us well informed and helped out with photo's etc. In between locations a good selection of music helped the journey along. Excellent day!
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Kieran_b
Feb 6, 2025
Amazing guides (andrea... - Amazing guides (andrea and tito), super well organised. Stops were well placed, good food. Altitude didnt affect us and the guides took things slowly.
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Maribranconaka
Nov 19, 2024
Amazing visuals - The guide was quite professional, we liked Mauritius, who explained everything with a lot of patience and detail. Great experience.
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Giorgiamz3177vn
Nov 19, 2024
Spectacular tour with guide Mauricio Silva and driver Sergio - Lovely places, the guide Mauricio Silva and the driver Sergio are very kind people, helpful. Mauricio has a huge culture in relation to these places, history, geology, animals. You sense love for these places and culture and desire to transmit them! Bravissimo! Breakfast and lunch, included, were plentiful and delicious!
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Thiagomd6298fp
Sep 29, 2024
Travel to Atacama - A unique experience, rich in stunning landscapes. Layana offered us excellent service, meeting schedules, serving delicious coffee and lunch. Not to mention the Guide, Alejandro, who was very patient, extroverted and filled us with knowledge. When you come to Atacama, you can hire Layana Travel, which is a success.
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Marinarays
Sep 29, 2024
Excellent - We did the tour of the red stones with the Guide Alejandro.
Wonderful tour, driver and very attentive Guide, explained about the tours, stops, local stories. We love our experience
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Siempreverdel
Sep 17, 2024
Very good experience - The really wonderful places, the amazing views, our Guide Alejandro and driver Sergio, both excellent and friendly. On time, well organized.
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Freedom04797373073
Aug 26, 2024
Fantastic Guide - Our guide Mauricio was amazing and had a great sense of humour. He gave a rrally good English and Spanish description throughout. The food was fantastic, the driver was very professional and competent. The bus was modern, clean and comfortable. We wanted to leave a generous tip, but we hadn't been informed that we needed to pay the park entrance fees in cash, leaving us with no money.
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Gerardov779
Aug 12, 2024
Place, quality of organization and excellent service - Excellent excursion. Incredible landscapes and the attention of the guide manuel and the driver cesar were the best. A lot of knowledge and quality. Attention. Very good service. The amazing salt flats and lagoons. Lunch and breakfast stood out. Very good communication, warning before and before the retreat. Very organized
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