Outdoor activities include rafting on the Trancura River, floating on Villarrica Lake, or trekking in the Cordilleras. Toast your last night here with a private dinner featuring a chef-led cooking demonstration. andBeyond Vira Vira | Meals: B L D DAY 6: San Pedro de Atacama Today, fly to the tranquil Atacama Desert. Your adventure begins at Calama, the gateway to the geological and archaeological wonders of the central desert. On arrival, transfer to your lodge near the oasis town of San Pedro de Atacama. Surrounded by the Cordillera de la Sal (Salt Mountains), Alto Atacama rests in one of the driest places on Earth, the Atacama Desert. This afternoon, set off on a private excursion to the spectacular Valley of the Moon. Enjoy a scenic sundowner under a sky of orange and pink hues. Alto Atacama | Meals: B L D DAY 7: San Pedro de Atacama Rise early to experience the sight of an Andean sunrise as you enjoy breakfast on the shores of Laguna Tebinquinche. Watch in awe as the intense colour, texture, and shade shift as light levels move across the plains. Later, Design your Day® – giving you the freedom to choose the experience that is best suited to you. Select from the following options: OPTION 1: Cycle the Salt Mountains Mountain bike through the gorges of Cordillera de la Sal, taking in the inspiring landscape views. OPTION 2: Walk in the High Catarpe Experience scenic lookouts and view age-old petroglyphs and rock carvings. OPTION 3: Explore the rainbow rocks Visit the caves and view the mineral-coloured cliffs of the Rainbow Valley. Tonight, make the most of one of the best places on Earth for stargazing. Alto Atacama | Meals: B L D DAYS 8: San Pedro de Atacama Today, visit the pre-Columbian archaeological site of Pucará Quitor, a stone fortress dating from the 12th century. Built by the local atacameños to defend themselves from attack, it offers commanding views over the San Pedro River valley. This afternoon, relax or choose an excursion such as biking, trekking to the Catarpe Valley, or a guided hike up to the Toco Volcano. Enjoy your final night with a visit to picturesque San Pedro de Atacama. Gather for your farewell dinner complemented with a glass of crisp Chilean white. Alto Atacama | Meals: B L D DAY 9: Depart Santiago After a morning at leisure and lunch transfer to the airport for your flight home. Meals: B L DATES & PRICING GUARANTEED DEPARTURE DATES (<strong>2020</strong>) PRICE PER PERSON SINGLE SUPP. FROM JANUARY: 9 £8,205 £2,355 FEBRUARY: 6 £7,965 £1,945 MARCH: 15 £7,965 £1,945 APRIL: 11 £7,965 £1,945 SEPTEMBER: 26 £8,205 £2,355 OCTOBER: 15 £8,205 £2,355 NOVEMBER: 19 £8,205 £2,355 DECEMBER 7 £8,205 £2,355 JOURNEY DETAILS This journey contains some active elements. Minimum age is 10 years. FLIGHTS To provide you with flexibility and the latest flight offers, we don’t include international flights. Our specialists will be able to find the best travel options to suit you. Visit abercrombiekent.co.uk for up-to-date availability and pricing information; and to see how A&K can tailor this escorted tour itinerary into the perfect bespoke holiday. 108 Call 01242 547 892, visit abercrombiekent.co.uk/escortedtours, or speak to one of our trusted travel agent partners
LATIN AMERICA CHILE YOUR LUXURY ACCOMMODATION The Ritz-Carlton, Santiago Enviable location with amazing cityscape views from the glass-roofed spa andBeyond Vira Vira Riverside hacienda-style boutique hotel with superb choice of seasonal activities Alto Atacama Adobe-walled wilderness lodge that perfectly slots into the desert landscape Call 01242 547 892, visit abercrombiekent.co.uk/escortedtours, or speak to one of our trusted travel agent partners 109