Northern Chile To Bolivia Luxury Tours

A captivating exploration from the world’s driest desert to the largest salt flats

LUXURY TRAVEL FROM SANTIAGO TO LA PAZ

Your luxury journey through Northern Chile and Bolivia begins in Santiago, where cosmopolitan energy meets sweeping Andean views. Explore the historic and cultural highlights of Chile’s capital before continuing to the Atacama, the world’s driest desert. Here, immerse yourself in the region’s striking extremes and otherworldly beauty while hiking and horseback riding. You’ll also have the chance to stargaze beneath some of the clearest skies on earth. Your luxury tour continues into Bolivia as you ascend into the remote Altiplano, where vast landscapes unfold in a palette of mineral-rich lagoons dotted with flamingoes, steaming geysers, and high-altitude deserts. Continue onward to the iconic Uyuni Salt Flats, the largest salt flat on earth, where endless horizons, cactus-covered islands, and surreal reflections create a mind-boggling landscape. Conclude your journey in La Paz, where vibrant markets, rich traditions, and dramatic views offer a striking final perspective on the Andes.

A Taste of Blue Parallel's Insider Access

  • Star-gazing with a professional astronomer in the Atacama Desert
  • Private lunch served on the salt flat
  • Private, custom-made explorations of Uyuni Salt Flats

The Discovery

  • Santiago
  • Atacama Desert
  • Bolivian Altiplano
  • Uyuni Salt Flats
  • La Paz

The Adventure

  • Hiking
  • Horseback riding
  • Biking

DURATION

10 days

WHEN TO GO?

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LUXURY NORTHERN CHILE TO BOLIVIA TOUR

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Note: This private tour to Northern Chile & Bolivia is an example, as all of our luxury journeys are custom-made.

Note: This private tour to Northern Chile & Bolivia is an example, as all of our luxury journeys are custom-made.

Santiago (2 nights)

Begin your luxury tour of Chile and Bolivia in Santiago, the enchanting capital city of Chile, which is known for its modern gastronomy, urban energy and bohemian neighborhoods. Enjoy a recommended lunch at your luxury hotel in the heart of the city, before discovering the cultural highlights with your private guide. Visit the Plaza de Armas, La Moneda Palace, and the beautiful neighborhoods of Italia, Yungay and Bellavista. Later, admire incredible views of the city from the San Cristóbal lookout point, before dining at one of Santiago’s best restaurants.

The next day, visit La Chascona, the private home of Chile’s most celebrated writer, Pablo Neruda. A Nobel Prize–winning poet known for his deeply evocative and romantic works, you can get a feel for his artistic spirit through the whimsical design and intimate, bohemian atmosphere of his residence.

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Atacama Desert (3 nights)

In the morning, travel by plane to the Atacama Desert and take a private transfer to Explora Atacama, a luxury lodge designed for immersive exploration and complete connection to the region’s natural wonders. Once settled, start your exploration of the region’s lunar-like landscapes set against the backdrop of the cordillera bordering Bolivia and Argentina, including striking volcanoes perched on the high plateau or “altiplano.”

As experts in the region, we will design a bespoke itinerary of exciting excursions tailored to your interests and fitness level. From hiking through a desert canyon to the Puritama Hot Springs and horseback riding along the Salt Mountain Range to reach panoramic views of the Andes and the surrounding oasis, to hiking through the otherworldly Mars Valley and biking through canyon paths to watch the sun set over the Valley of the Moon, each experience is thoughtfully curated to showcase the extraordinary diversity and raw beauty of the Atacama.

As the region is known for having some of the best stargazing in the world, thanks to its high altitude, exceptionally dry climate, and virtually cloudless skies, your luxury tour will include expert-led astronomical experiences, including a stargazing session at the private observatory of a professional astronomer.

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Bolivian Altiplano (2 nights)

Continue your luxury tour in Bolivia, traveling by private transfer across the border and to your luxury mountain lodge in the Bolivian Altiplano. Along the way, explore the incredible highlights of the Eduardo Avaroa Andean Fauna National Reserve, including the steaming Sol de la Mañana geysers, a series of striking salt flats, wetlands, and high-altitude lagoons such as Laguna Colorada. Tinted red due to the algae that support local populations of Andean flamingos, Laguna Colorada is one of the most iconic and visually striking landscapes in the region. Settle into Ramaditas Mountain Lodge, a remote and intimate refuge set amid vast high-altitude plains, before admiring the beautiful sunset and savoring a delicious dinner.

Following breakfast, depart for Chituca, a remote Bolivian village known for its traditional adobe homes set against a stark, windswept landscape. Accompanied by your private guide, you’ll stop to explore ancient mines and rugged valleys, uncovering the history of the region, before continuing to the stunning Turquiri lagoon for a delicious lunch. Here, you can opt for a scenic hike or a combination of short walks and drives through the diverse landscapes. As the day winds down, arrive in Chituca, where you will have the opportunity to learn about the local culture and way of life before settling into your new luxury lodge to enjoy dinner.

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Uyuni Salt Flat (2 nights)

The next morning, enjoy time exploring the unique natural landscapes that surround you. Choose between roaming the cactus forest and ancient agricultural terraces near your lodge or visiting the village of San Pedro de Quemes, a former Spanish settlement with stunning panoramic views of the Altiplano and the salt flat. Then take a private transfer to Gruta de Las Galaxias, an extraordinary cave with rare geological formations that reveal a fascinating part of Andean history. Savor a delicious lunch on the salt flat before an optional hiking excursion across Pescado Island. Upon your return, take a private transfer to Uyuni.

No journey through Bolivia would be complete without experiencing Uyuni, home to the world’s largest salt flat. Renowned for its surreal, lunar-like landscapes, endless horizons, and unforgettable light, this extraordinary setting feels truly otherworldly. During your stay, unwind at the exceptional Uyuni Lodge, a luxury retreat perched on the slopes of Tunupa Volcano, where sweeping views stretch across the vast salt flats below. Here, you will participate in a variety of excursions tailored to your interests, from a sunrise hike and exploring a remote, cactus-covered island surrounded by a sea of salt, to a biking excursion on the salar itself and a challenging hike around the lower lip of the Tunupa Volcano crater.

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La Paz / International Departure

Your luxury tour of Northern Chile and Bolivia ends in La Paz, Bolivia’s dramatic high-altitude capital set within a vast Andean valley. Following your morning flight from Uyuni, your private guide will greet you at the airport and accompany you to your hotel. Head to the Killi Killi viewpoint, a mirador named after a small local bird of prey, journeying to the top by cable car. Here, you’ll have the chance to take in the sweeping views over the sprawling city, with a viewing range of almost 360 degrees. Continue your tour of La Paz in Murillo Square, which is home to the government palace and the city’s main cathedral, before visiting the Witches’ Market and San Francisco Church. Return to your hotel to enjoy a recommended dinner and relax before taking a private transfer back to the airport in La Paz for your late-night international departing flight.

A map of Santiago, Atacama Desert, the Bolivian Altiplano and La Paz.
DESTINATIONS TRAVEL TIME
Santiago Atacama Desert 2 hr
Atacama Desert Bolivian Altiplano 4 hr
Bolivian Altiplano Uyuni Salt Flats 4 hr
Uyuni Salt Flats La Paz 1 hr

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PRICE REFERENCE

Recommended stay 8-12 days

Note: Prices will vary based on the specifics of your itinerary and the number of passengers in your party.

What is included in your luxury Chile & Bolivia tour:

  • Luxury accommodations at:
    • The Ritz-Carlton (Santiago)
    • Explora Atacama (Atacama Desert)
    • Ramaditas Mountain Lodge & Chituca Mountain Lodge (Bolivian Altiplano)
    • Uyuni Lodge (Uyuni)
    • Atix Hotel (La Paz)
  • Services of Blue Parallel hosts and private specialized guides throughout the journey
  • All special events, private guided tours, private excursions, private outdoor activities, entrance fees
  • A Blue Parallel team composed of a personal travel expert, private hosts in each destination, and a “behind the scenes” logistical expert who monitors every step of your luxury Chile & Bolivia tour. The team is on call 24-hours a day during a trip
  • All internal transportation
  • Some meals
  • A Blue Parallel customized travel kit that you will receive prior to departure

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