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CHILE AND EASTER ISLAND P R I VA T E E X P E D I T I O N
• Get immersed in the surreal, windswept landscapes of the Atacama Desert. • Discover traces of Rapa Nui culture on Easter Island, including mysterious moai statues. • Explore the vibrant cities of Santiago and Valparaíso with a private guide.
several days exploring on a variety of excursions. Venture to the volcanic quarry where the statues originated, and walk along the path the ancient Rapa Nui people took to transport the stone behemoths. Visit Mahatua Ovahe, where 15 restored moai stand sentinel with their backs to the ocean; then join an excursion to Ahu Akivi, where the moai are situated inland, facing the sea. Step into a lava cave to see the only statue with its white coral eyes still in place. Return to Santiago and spend a night at a hotel near the airport. Explora Rapa Nui; Holiday Inn SantiagoAirport Terminal | Meals: 4B, 4L, 3D
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DAYS 1–2 I SANTIAGO, CHILE/VALPARAÍSO/ CASABLANCA VALLEY Set out on a private tour of Santiago, Chile’s capital. Discover colorful Valparaíso on a day trip along the coast, then sample local vintages in the Casablanca Valley wine region. The Ritz-Carlton, Santiago | Meals: 1B, 1L DAYS 3–6 I EASTER ISLAND/SANTIAGO Fly to Easter Island, a UNESCO World Heritage site famous for its colossal moai statues. Spend
DAYS 7–10 I ATACAMA DESERT Travel to the Atacama Desert and settle into our hotel. Choose from several guided activities over the next three days. Visit shimmering salt flats dotted with pink flamingos, and meet a local artisan family in the charming village of Toconao; or explore the wind-sculpted Moon Valley before bathing in a nearby hot spring. Encounter the steaming El Tatio geysers, watch for native wildlife, and discover the desert on horseback or mountain bike. On the final day, fly to Santiago and connect with your flight home. Tierra Atacama Hotel & Spa | Meals: 4B, 2L, 3D
1 0 D AY S F R O M $ 8 ,9 9 5 based on a private group of 2+ people traveling together
Private Expedition
Light/Moderate
YOUR EXPEDITION TEAM Knowledgeable local guides will accompany you on your trip, and you will meet other local experts as described in the itinerary. INFORMATION Dates: This expedition is offered throughout the year. You may request any dates that are convenient for you. Prices are per person; based on double occupancy, group size, and selected dates; and subject to availability. Single supplement applies; please see our website. Airfare is not included in the price. Internal flights are an additional $1,800 per person. All prices and fares are quoted in U.S. dollars and subject to change. This itinerary is for informational purposes only and is subject to change at any time without notice.
Still waters mirror the Atacama Desert’s volcanic peaks.
Above: Enormous moai statues stand guard on Easter Island.
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