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The four white domes of El Tololo observatory in the Elqui Valley overlooking the Andes Mountains as far as the eye can see and a clear blue sky

La Serena & the Elqui Valley Holidays


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Located north of Santiago, the colonial coastal city of La Serena can be reached by a short hour’s flight from the capital city. From La Serena, drive into the spiritual Elqui Valley to explore this picturesque region, home to vineyards, small charming towns and Pisco distilleries. After nightfall, visit an observatory to marvel at the spectacular night skies in one of the best areas for stargazing in Chile.
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OUR HOLIDAYS TO LA SERENA & THE ELQUI VALLEY

Nobody offers more ways to explore La Serena and the Elqui Valley than Trailfinders.

Here’s a snapshot of some of our most popular Elqui Valley holidays. If you don’t see what you’re looking for, our travel consultants are on hand to help, often with first-hand travel experience.
Planets, Pisco & Patagonian Parks - Chile Less Travelled
Chile
Private Tour
11 days / 10 nights

Chile’s stunning scenery does not stop at the edge of the country’s most famous national parks, explore its lesser visited regions on this truly unforgettable trip.

Guide Price: €5,909 pp

Guide Price: £4,729 pp

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Elqui Valley Extension
Chile
Private Tour
4 days / 3 nights

With clear skies offering outstanding stargazing, rolling vineyards and small towns with centuries-old Spanish churches, this is a fascinating destination to visit.

Guide Price: €1,790 pp

Guide Price: £1,603 pp

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OUR RECOMMENDED HOTELS IN LA SERENA & THE ELQUI VALLEY

We feature several carefully selected accommodations in La Serena and the Elqui Valley with something to suit all tastes and budgets.

What you won’t find here are hundreds of La Serena and Elqui Valley hotels to wade through. We have done the hard work for you and selected the best places to stay and our travel consultants are on hand to help, often with first-hand travel experience.
Terral Hotel & Spa
3 star

Elqui Valley

Ideally located in the town of Vicuña, this comfortable hotel offers a great base for a stay in the Elqui Valley.

WHEN IS THE BEST TIME TO VISIT LA SERENA & THE ELQUI VALLEY?

The best time to visit the Elqui Valley is from October through to April due to pleasant temperatures and low rainfall.

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