10 Nov 2025
Elqui Valley
LANDSCAPES:
VALLEYS AND TOWNS
ACTIVITIES:
ASTROTOURISM
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RURAL TOURISM
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NATURE AND ECOTOURISM
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PARKS AND NATURE RESERVES
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STARGAZING
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WINE AND GASTRONOMY
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OBSERVATION OF FLORA, FAUNA, AND LANDSCAPES
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TYPICIAL CUISINE
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OUTDOOR LIFE
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WINE TOURISM
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WINE AND FOOD FESTIVALS
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OBSERVATORIES
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GASTRONOMIC NEIGHBORHOODS
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CULTURE AND HERITAGE
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CHILEAN ARTISTS
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WORLD HERITAGE SITES
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HANDICRAFTS
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PALEONTOLOGY AND ARCHEOLOGY
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TYPICAL CELEBRATIONS
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CULTURAL SPACES
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FESTIVALS AND EVENTS
Updated on 21 de November, 2025
Starry skies and Chilean pisco
Elqui Valley is one of the most famous destinations in Chile. It stands out for its large production of wines and pisco, its natural attractions, and for having more than 300 clear nights a year. This unique quality makes it a paradise for astrotourism, housing first-class observatories open to the public.
In towns like Pisco Elqui and Vicuña, you can learn about the process of making pisco, the national distillate, and visit vineyards of enormous quality. In addition, you can connect with nature through horseback riding, trekking, cycling, and different therapeutic centers that take advantage of the energy and climate of this magical place.
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Plan your trip to Elqui Valley
Suggested route
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Santiago
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La Serena
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Pisco Elqui
How to get there
How to get there by air
The nearest airport is La Florida de La Serena (LSC), with direct flights from Santiago (1 hour). From the terminal, you must rent a vehicle or take a bus or taxi to the Elqui Valley along Route 41, traveling about 33 km (1 hour).
How to get there by land
From Santiago, you must drive along Route 5 North to La Serena (470 km, 6 hours). There you must take Route 41, which reaches the Elqui Valley. If you are in La Serena or Coquimbo, the trip to the Elqui Valley is approximately 33 km (1 hour). You can arrive by intercity bus or rental vehicle.
Must-Know Tips
Elqui Valley has a desert climate, with sunny days and cold nights even in summer. Use glasses, hat and sunscreen during the day, and bring warm clothes for the night. Plan your route in advance and book tours or accommodations to fully enjoy the attractions of this magical destination in northern Chile.
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