Visit the Far North, Chile
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The Far North, Chile
The far north of Chile shares not only a border with Peru and Bolivia but also a common history derived from the pre-Conquest cultures of the region.
Archaelogical Heritage
The attraction for visitors today in this startling barren landscape is the rich archaeological heritage, there are immense geoglyphs, ancient cave art and excellent museums in and around the coastal towns of Arica and Iquique.
Landscape
To the east, this arid landscape of shades of brown and gold gives way to the foothills of the Andes and rises up to become part of the vast altiplano, where magnificent panoramas of snow-topped volcanoes, herds of vicuña grazing amongst flowers and brightly coloured lakes await.
Lauca National Park is visually stunning, and is on the route for travellers who are taking the road route from La Paz in Bolivia to Chile, via the equally sublime Sajama National Park.
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Start planning your tailor-made trip to the Far North by calling one of our Chile specialists on 01993 838 640
Suggested Far North itinerary
This sample itinerary will give you an idea of what is possible when you travel in the Far North, and showcases routes we know work particularly well. Treat this as inspiration, because your trip will be created uniquely by one of our specialists.
Luxury Chile tour
See Chile in style, this itinerary takes in some of South America's finest hotels, in some of its most remote destinations. Begin the trip in the capital, Santiago, before flying south to Torres del Paine National Park in the heart of Chilean Patagonia. Break your journey to the Atacama Desert with a stay in one of Chile's beautiful wineries before heading north to the stunning Atacama Desert for a taste of volcanoes, geysers, salt flats and the opportunity to relax.
Map of the Far North
Places & hotels on the map
Places near the Far North
- San Pedro de Atacama 292 miles away
Photos of the Far North
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Lauca National Park, Chile
