Title: Northern Chile Travel Guide: Best of Northern Chile, Chile Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Northern Chile](https://expedia.co.uk/Northern-Chile-Hotels.d6053650.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Holiday Rentals in Northern Chile](https://expedia.co.uk/Northern-Chile-Holiday-Rentals.d6053650.Travel-Guide-HolidayRentals)[Flights to Northern Chile](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Northern-Chile.d6053650.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Northern Chile](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Northern-Chile.d6053650.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Northern Chile Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Northern-Chile.d6053650.Car-Hire-Guide)[Northern Chile Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Northern-Chile.d6053650.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Northern Chile Travel Guide ## Tourist Guide ![El Tatio Geyser Field featuring landscape views and tranquil scenes](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/121000/121127-San-Pedro-De-Atacama.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![San Pedro de Atacama](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/121000/121149-San-Pedro-De-Atacama.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Northern Chile](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/121000/121663-Chile.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Northern Chile](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/196000/196881-Northern-Chile.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![San Pedro de Atacama](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/121000/121148-San-Pedro-De-Atacama.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Northern Chile Things to do #### Quench your thirst for adventure in this region of contrasts and natural beauty, which features golden beaches, high plateaus and arid desert landscapes. Two unique natural landscapes combine in Northern Chile to create an incredibly beautiful region. High mountain plateaus sit alongside what is said to be one of the driest deserts in the world. Discover mining centers and ghost towns, lounge on sunny Pacific beaches and visit exciting cities, where for much of the year there is not a single cloud in the sky. Explore the mysteries and beauty of the Atacama Desert, where in some areas no rainfall has ever been recorded. Not only does it boast beautiful natural wonders, but also fascinating man-made features. Head to Cerro Pintados and Tiliviche to see large geoglyphs left by indigenous peoples on the desert hillsides and ravines. Venture to abandoned towns, slowly crumbling beneath the desert sun, which tell the story of the once-booming sodium nitrate industry. The best preserved of these towns is Humberstone, where workers’ houses, an old theatre, church, hotel, and workshops with abandoned tools and paperwork still remain. Reach Humberstone easily from nearby Iquique, one of several coastal cities in the region known for their cloudless skies and duty-free shopping. To see today’s heavy industry in action, take a tour of the giant open-pit copper mine at Chuquicamata, just 10 miles (15 kilometres) from the city of Calama. Calling itself “the land of sun and copper,” Calama, together with the nearby port town ofAntofagasta, is at the heart of the important Chilean mining industry. To the east, the desert climbs towards the Altiplano. This windswept plateau, with lakes and salt flats ringed with snowcapped volcanoes, gets some tropical rainfall, but the high altitude means only the hardiest flora and fauna can survive. Admire the spectacular scenery and search for wildlife at the Parque Nacional Lauca. After outdoor adventures, unwind in the hot spring oases of Pica and Matilla or hit the soft sand and warm waters of the beaches close to La Serena, a coastal town set amid rolling valleys where some of the most famous Chilean grapes are grown. To reach Northern Chile, fly into El Loa Airport near Calama. Travel around the region via buses and minibuses. - Top hotels in Northern Chile - Top Holiday Rentals in Northern Chile ![Diego de Almagro San Pedro de Atacama](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1110000/1100500/1100408/ae70d540_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Diego de Almagro San Pedro de Atacama Toconao 460 San Pedro de Atacama Antofagasta £82 24 Dec - 25 Dec Stay at this hotel in San Pedro de Atacama. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ... 8.2/10 Very Good! (326 reviews) We loved this hotel! The room was very clean and the location was excellent. Reviewed on 20 Dec 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=24%2F12%2F2025&endDate=25%2F12%2F2025&selected=1100408&PinnedHotelID=1100408&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6053650) ![Park Hotel Calama](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/120000/119400/119353/0804459f_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Park Hotel Calama Alcalde Jose Lira 1392 Calama Antofagasta Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Calama. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Calama Municipal Stadium and Sol Calama ... 8.2/10 Very Good! (290 reviews) Everything was very good. Convenient for the airport but a free airport shuttle service would be perfect and bring in lots of business. Reviewed on 4 Dec 2025 [Get rates](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=06%2F01%2F2026&endDate=07%2F01%2F2026&selected=119353&PinnedHotelID=119353&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6053650) [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=06%2F01%2F2026&endDate=07%2F01%2F2026&selected=119353&PinnedHotelID=119353&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6053650) ![Our Habitas Atacama](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5520000/5516800/5516748/24d31611_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Our Habitas Atacama Domingo Atienza 282 San Pedro de Atacama Antofagasta £204 22 Jan - 23 Jan 2026 Stay at this spa hotel in San Pedro de Atacama. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (311 reviews) Great staff, very clean and nice property, i would have rated 4/5 for pioneer rooms being a bit smaller in size and the hotel did not provide any dental or amenities kit. But the anstronomy experience and the swimming pool more than makes up for the smaller things. Keep it going guys, i would definitely ... Reviewed on 18 Dec 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=22%2F01%2F2026&endDate=23%2F01%2F2026&selected=5516748&PinnedHotelID=5516748&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6053650) [See all 1,127 properties in Northern Chile](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=24%2F12%2F2025&endDate=25%2F12%2F2025®ionId=6053650) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ![Yurak Apart Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/89510000/89505900/89505802/ec83984f_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Yurak Apart Hotel Los Geisers San Pedro de Atacama Antofagasta Stay at this aparthotel in San Pedro de Atacama. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, satellite TV channels and rainfall showerheads. Popular attractions Artisans Town and Inca ... 8/10 Very Good! (2 reviews) Estadia em SPA Excelente opcao custo beneficio em atacama. Apartamento a 10 minutos a andar da rua caracoles, com mercados e restaurantes perto. Ponto a melhorar é que é dificil regular a temperatura da agua quente no chuveiro. Boa comunicacão. Reviewed on 16 Sept 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/San-Pedro-De-Atacama-Hotels-Yurak-Apart-Hotel.h89505802.Hotel-Information) ![RQ Antofagasta](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33250000/33243400/33243398/2aeb0975_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### RQ Antofagasta Avenida Balmaceda 2415 Local 3 - 108 Antofagasta Antofagasta Stay at this apartment in Antofagasta. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and private pools. Popular attractions Plaza Colon and Antofagasta Museum are located ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (90 reviews) Me encantó es súper céntrico muy limpio y muy amables Reviewed on 5 Nov 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Antofagasta-Hotels-RQ-Antofagasta.h33243398.Hotel-Information) ![Domos Dream hotel cabañas](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/88000000/87730000/87728000/87727948/3cd1e7d7_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Domos Dream hotel cabañas Hortensia Bustamante La Serena Coquimbo Stay at this spa campsite in La Serena. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Sea Avenue and La Serena Beach are located ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (4 reviews) Chambre originale par son architecture, confortable, propre tranquille, personnel attentionné Reviewed on 20 Dec 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/La-Serena-Hotels-Domos-Dream-Hotel-Cabanas.h87727948.Hotel-Information) [See all properties in Northern Chile](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience®ionId=6053650&sort=VACATION_RENTAL) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. 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You can seek out the local tours in this quaint area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Plaza-De-San-Pedro-De-Atacama-San-Pedro-de-Atacama.d6098510.Attraction) ![Valle de la Luna which includes desert views](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/121000/121257-Valle-De-La-Luna.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Valley of the Moon Treat your eyes to the variety of colors in a deserted valley that looks like a scene from a science fiction movie. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Valley-Of-The-Moon-San-Pedro-de-Atacama.d6098516.Attraction) ![Bahia Inglesa Beach which includes a lake or waterhole as well as a small group of people](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/121000/121101-Copiapo.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Bahia Inglesa Beach Relax on soft sand, dip your feet in pristine waters and admire unusual black rock formations at this striking bay. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Bahia-Inglesa-Beach-Chile.d6098480.Attraction) ![San Pedro Church](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/e7faf388e64ac16fbe03f16b93c66074.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### San Pedro Church San Pedro Church is just one of the places to see in San Pedro de Atacama, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? You can seek out the local tours in this quaint area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/San-Pedro-Church-San-Pedro-de-Atacama.d6098512.Attraction) ![Mamalluca Observatory](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/ae39d76827ea4e6c809960d9a1d2e076.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Mamalluca Observatory Enjoy an outing to Mamalluca Observatory during your stay in Vicuña. Take in the museums and mountain views in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Mamalluca-Observatory-La-Serena.d6098448.Attraction) #### Sea Avenue Learn about the local history of La Serena when you take a trip to Sea Avenue. While you're in the area, stroll along the beaches. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Sea-Avenue-La-Serena.d6311984.Attraction) ### Things to do ![California Adventure Bundle: 8 Self-Guided Audio Tours](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47432867/a44b3fb9-37d2-47a3-aa27-68d5511400c4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### California Adventure Bundle: 8 Self-Guided Audio Tours £30 per traveller [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/california-adventure-bundle-8-self-guided-audio-tours.a47432867.activity-details) ![Salem Puzzling Adventure](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/45939301/989b7f51-ecc3-4563-8183-df5e8f7c26c6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Carson City Puzzling Adventure £27 per traveller [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/carson-city-puzzling-adventure.a45939301.activity-details) [See all activities in Northern Chile](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Northern-Chile.d6053650.Travel-Guide-Activities) ## Cities near Northern Chile ![Antofagasta](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/121000/121662-Chile.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Antofagasta ![Photo by Jeffrey Gross](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/ed5d5adcc9b4816964b054cfd10309fe.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Arica ![El Tatio Geyser Field which includes animals, a pond and tranquil scenes](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/121000/121414-El-Tatio-Geyser-Field.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Calama ![Caldera Beach which includes a sandy beach as well as a small group of people](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/121000/121108-Copiapo.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Copiapó - Cities near Northern Chile - Places of interest [Antofagasta](https://expedia.co.uk/Antofagasta.dx382)[Arica](https://expedia.co.uk/Arica.dx414)[Calama](https://expedia.co.uk/Calama.dx847)[Copiapó](https://expedia.co.uk/Copiapo.dx907)[San Pedro de Atacama](https://expedia.co.uk/San-Pedro-De-Atacama.dx500224)[Coquimbo](https://expedia.co.uk/Coquimbo.dx6024027)[Caldera](https://expedia.co.uk/Caldera.dx6130148)[Putre](https://expedia.co.uk/Putre.dx6139272)[Monte Patria](https://expedia.co.uk/Monte-Patria.dx6141337)[Ovalle](https://expedia.co.uk/Ovalle.dx6143185)[La Higuera](https://expedia.co.uk/La-Higuera.dx6203805)[Huasco](https://expedia.co.uk/Huasco.dx6203814)[Tocopilla](https://expedia.co.uk/Tocopilla.dx6203822)[Pozo Almonte](https://expedia.co.uk/Pozo-Almonte.dx6272793)[Machuca](https://expedia.co.uk/Machuca.dx6302557)[Toconao](https://expedia.co.uk/Toconao.dx6302594)[Rio Grande](https://expedia.co.uk/Rio-Grande.dx6302647)[Socaire](https://expedia.co.uk/Socaire.dx6302666)[Taltal](https://expedia.co.uk/Taltal.dx6311436)[La Ligua](https://expedia.co.uk/La-Ligua.dx6340362)[Poconchile](https://expedia.co.uk/Poconchile.dx6351894) - [Mall Plaza Calama ](https://expedia.co.uk/Mall-Plaza-Calama-Calama.d553248621562626143.Attraction) - [Chuquicamata Mine ](https://expedia.co.uk/Chuquicamata-Mine-Calama.d6098506.Attraction) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels when you book in the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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