9 days
Santiago, Calama, Buenos Aires
Discover the energy of Chile and Argentina, two distinct countries with a shared zest for life. A kaleidoscope of culture, history, and natural wonders unfolds as you experience Valle de la Luna’s unearthly landscape, sample traditional Chilean cuisine, discover the vibrant birthplace of tango—and maybe even learn a few dance moves yourself.
  • Day 1: Fly to Chile

  • Day 2: Santiago

    Meet your Tour Director at the airport in Santiago de Chile

    Take a guided tour of Santiago

  • Day 3: Santiago

    Travel to Valparaiso

    Spend some time learning about the Valparaiso Surf Nonprofit

    Take a guided tour of Valparaiso and Vina del Mar

    Add this in-depth excursion:
    Surfing Lesson

    Surfing Lesson

    Chile has many world-renowned surfing spots, especially in the northern region, where you’ll learn how to catch a wave at one of Santiago’s many palm tree-lined beaches. Here, an instructor will teach you how to stand on your board as well as how to paddle and pass waves. Once in the water, you’ll have the chance to surf by yourself under the supervision of your instructor.
  • Day 4: Calama

    Fly to Calama

    Enjoy an excursion to Moon Valley:

    • Visit the Sand Dunes
    • Take a trip to the Moon Valley Ampitheater
    • See Las Tres Marias

    Close your day enjoying the sunset from Moon Valley

  • Day 5: Calama

    Enjoy a trip to the Atacama Salt Flats and the Flamingos National Reserve

    Add this in-depth excursion:
    Sandboarding

    Sandboarding

    Sand and adrenaline are the key ingredients to an unforgettable sandboarding experience. After walking to the top of the dunes in Calama, strap into your board to slide down the sandy slopes. Though not as popular as snowboarding, this sport is followed by devoted enthusiasts throughout the world, most commonly in desert or coastal areas with beach dunes.

  • Day 6: Santiago

    Fly to Santiago

    Enjoy a visit to the Market and a Cooking Class

  • Day 7: Buenos Aires

    Fly to Buenos Aires

    Meet your Tour Director at the airport

    Take an expertly guided tour of Buenos Aires:

    • Plaza de Mayo
    • San Telmo
    • La Boca
    • Colón Theater
    • Palermo
    • Recoleta

    Take an excursion to the Tigre area

  • Day 8: Buenos Aires

    Participate in a traditional Fiesta Gaucha

  • Day 9: Depart for home

Interested in learning more about this tour?
  • Day 1: Fly to Chile

  • Day 2: Santiago

    Meet your Tour Director at the airport in Santiago de Chile

    Take a guided tour of Santiago

  • Day 3: Santiago

    Travel to Valparaiso

    Spend some time learning about the Valparaiso Surf Nonprofit

    Take a guided tour of Valparaiso and Vina del Mar

    Add this in-depth excursion:
    Surfing Lesson

    Surfing Lesson

    Chile has many world-renowned surfing spots, especially in the northern region, where you’ll learn how to catch a wave at one of Santiago’s many palm tree-lined beaches. Here, an instructor will teach you how to stand on your board as well as how to paddle and pass waves. Once in the water, you’ll have the chance to surf by yourself under the supervision of your instructor.
  • Day 4: Calama

    Fly to Calama

    Enjoy an excursion to Moon Valley:

    • Visit the Sand Dunes
    • Take a trip to the Moon Valley Ampitheater
    • See Las Tres Marias

    Close your day enjoying the sunset from Moon Valley

  • Day 5: Calama

    Enjoy a trip to the Atacama Salt Flats and the Flamingos National Reserve

    Add this in-depth excursion:
    Sandboarding

    Sandboarding

    Sand and adrenaline are the key ingredients to an unforgettable sandboarding experience. After walking to the top of the dunes in Calama, strap into your board to slide down the sandy slopes. Though not as popular as snowboarding, this sport is followed by devoted enthusiasts throughout the world, most commonly in desert or coastal areas with beach dunes.

  • Day 6: Santiago

    Fly to Santiago

    Enjoy a visit to the Market and a Cooking Class

  • Day 7: Buenos Aires

    Fly to Buenos Aires

    Meet your Tour Director at the airport

    Take an expertly guided tour of Buenos Aires:

    • Plaza de Mayo
    • San Telmo
    • La Boca
    • Colón Theater
    • Palermo
    • Recoleta

    Take an excursion to the Tigre area

  • Day 8: Buenos Aires

    Participate in a traditional Fiesta Gaucha

  • Day 9: Depart for home

Interested in learning more about this tour?

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Your experience includes

  • Airfare & transportation

    Round-trip flights on major carriers; Comfortable motorcoach; Internal flights

  • Hotels

    7 overnight stays in hotels with private bathrooms

  • Regional-style meals

    Breakfast and dinner daily

  • Guided sightseeing

    4 sightseeing tour led by expert, licensed local guides

  • Entrances

    Surfing nonprofit, Atacama, cooking class, Fiesta Gaucha; tango dance lesson

  • Full-time Tour Director

    Your culturally connected Tour Director is with your group 24/7, providing deep local insight while handling all on-tour logistics.

  • Expert Local Guides

    Your expert local guides are natural historians, adding cultural insight and global perspective on your sightseeing tours.

  • Personalized Learning Support

    Our personalized learning experience engages students before, during and after tour, with the option to create a final, reflective project for academic credit.

  • Continuous Support

    Your dedicated EF team helps you every step of the way—from recruiting and enrolling travelers to planning and managing your tour.

  • Worldwide Presence

    EF has over 500 schools and offices in more than 50 countries worldwide so wherever you go, we're there too.

  • 24-hour Emergency Service

    Travelers and their families can count on EF's dedicated emergency service team.

  • Peace of Mind Program

    Feel secure knowing your group can change their destination or travel dates due to unforeseen circumstances. Learn more about your flexible options at eftours.com/peaceofmind.

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