San Pedro de Atacama Vacations
San Pedro de Atacama is a Chilean town and commune in the El Loa Province. Despite rather modest beginnings, this small town has emerged as a favourite among tourists on a Chile vacation.
The region was once the centre of the Atacama Indians and as such, many relics and artefacts have been discovered. San Pedro once served as an important stop on the pre-Colombian trade route before it was visited by Spanish conquistador Pedro de Valdivia in 1540. Early in the 20th century, the town again served as an important stop for cattle drives coming from Argentina. Recent years have witnessed San Pedro de Atacama become a popular tourist spot due to its location at the heart of some of northern Chile’s most incredible scenery.
While the town has grown in popularity, the actual size has remained small with only a few streets, therefore offering a very relaxed atmosphere. It serves as an excellent stepping stone to the unique landscapes that surround it including giant sand dunes, canyons, geysers and even a volcano. It is these landscapes that attract adventure sports enthusiasts who come to enjoy sandboarding opportunities as well as hiking, mountain biking and horseback riding. Whether embarking on an adventure or exploring nearby Los Flamencos National Reserve, visitors on Chile vacations to San Pedro de Atacama are in for a truly unique experience.
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San Pedro De Atacama, Chile
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Chile Deluxe: Santiago, Torres del Paine & Atacama
DELUXE | PRIVATE-GUIDED: Superb wine, spectacular vistas, and incomparable experiences are in abundance on this 12-day exploration of Chile. You’ll begin in Santiago, carry on to Torres del Paine, and cap off your trip with a few nights under the stars in the Atacama desert.- Duration:
- 12 Days
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- AU$ 9,810
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- Private Experiences, Tailor-made Travel Ideas
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Tierra Chile Top to Bottom
DELUXE | TAILOR-MADE: Chile is a stunning country from one end to the other. Embark on a unique journey to experience north and south, Atacama and Patagonia, taking in some of the most tantalizing and visually impressive landscapes in the world along the way.- Duration:
- 8 Days
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- AU$ 7,566
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- Active & Adventurous, Family Vacations, Tailor-made Travel Ideas
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