Argentina, Chile, and Bolivia Salt Flats and Lakes: 12 Days Suggested Itinerary

If you want to see three of the most beautiful South American countries during one trip and catch a glimpse of the best highlights, we have the perfect itinerary for you.

We suggest you spent twelve days passing through picturesque colonial and pre-Hispanic towns and being surrounded by the enchanting Argentine, Chilean and Bolivian High Plateau salt flats and lakes.

Continue Reading this article and find out more details about the 12 days South America salt flats itinerary that will take you through some surreal landscape in Bolivia, Chile and Argentina!

Wonderful pink flamingos in Uyuni Salt flaks Bolivia flamingos. Photo by_romanmoran/

Highlights of this sample trip includes:

1. Soak in the colorful landscapes of the Quebrada de Humahuaca in the North of Argentina

2. Taste the best Torrontes wines at Cafayate, one of Argentina’s most famous wineries.

3. Travel through other-worldly desert landscapes in the Puna de Atacama

4. Explore the breathtaking Atacama Desert in Chile

5. See the world’s largest salt flats, the Uyuni Salt Flats in Bolivia

Argentina – Salta, Purmamarca, Humahuaca Gorge, and Cafayate

The gorgeous little town of Purmamarca, .

The first four days of this unique itinerary will be spent exploring Salta, Purmamarca, Humahuaca Gorge, and Cafayate in Argentina.

Once you land in charming Salta, you can expect a comfortable transfer to your hotel, followed by a free afternoon to explore the surroundings.

After a relaxing night, continue the adventure visiting the mesmerizing Humahuaca gorge, declared Heritage of Humanity.

Before returning to lively Salta, travel through different landscapes and visit the Cafayate wine area, where the delicious, world-famous Torrontes wine is made.

Catch sight of the winery, see how the tasty drink is made, and enjoy a few sips of the wine varieties they have before returning to Salta.

Welcome to “El Anfiteatro in Quebrada de las Conchas

Your second day begins with a trip to San Antonio de Los Cobres, followed by a visit to the Salinas Grandes, a stop at the Cuesta de Lipan to see the condors, and a relaxing evening spent in the town of Purmamarca.

Cuesta del Lipan stunning route to the salt flats in Northen Argentina

Chile – San Pedro de Atacama, High Plateau Lakes, Geysers Del Tatio and the Moon Valley

The fifth day of this unforgettable South America salt flats itinerary brings a trip to the Chilean San Pedro de Atacama.

The day that follows is filled with spectacular moments spent at the Atacama salt flat, the greatest saline deposit of Chile.

Mirror effect at the Volcano Licancabur. Photo by braybraywoowoo

Also, you have the chances to visit Toconao, a lovely town located at 2,475 meters of altitude, and get closer to the interesting atacamenan culture while admiring the natural beauty of this area.

Among other amazing things, expect to meet friendly people and see small lagoons habituated by charming Flamingoes, Taguas and Guallatas.

Day seven brings adventurers the chance to see the imposing Geysers del Tatio, a geothermal field located in the Andes mountain range and admire a memorable sunset in the Moon Valley a beautiful area of stone and sand.

Bolivia: Ojo de Perdiz, Uyuni Salt Flat, La Paz, and Titicaca Lake

The eighth day of this unforgettable South America salt flats itinerary starts with a transfer from Chile to Bolivia’s Eduardo Avaroa Andean Fauna National Reserve. Also visit The Green Lagoon, admiring its strange color from the high magnesium content in the water. Catch a glimpse of the Licancahur Volcano, see the Sol de Manana with its intriguing volcanic holes and geysers, admire the Red Lagoon, befriend the three species of flamencos that populate it.

Enjoy a tasty lunch before crossing the Siloli desert to get to your hotel in Ojo de Perdiz.

Bolivia offers many amazing views, Photo by guilhermegmesquita

Your South America salt flats itinerary continues with a day spent exploring Copacabana, cruising to Sun Island, the place where the Inca Empire was born, and enjoying a unique sailing experience on the Titicaca Lake.

The South American adventure ends with a comfortable transfer to the La Paz airport on the twelfth day, and leaves you with amazing memories and the desire to repeat this escape.

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