Mystical Elqui Valley: Culture, Nature & Flavors Tour from La Serena, Chile

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Discover the charm of the Elqui Valley on a full-day excursion from La Serena. Explore mountain landscapes, towns steeped in history, natural viewpoints, and experience a traditional pisco distillery with a tasting included.

An ideal tour for those seeking culture, nature, and tradition in a single trip.
10 Hours
Every day
Starting Point: Central Hotels in La Serena Time: Between 8:00 and 8:30 AM (Subject to reconfirmation)
Departure Point: Central Hotels in La Serena Time: From 6:00 PM

About this tour


We will begin our adventure departing from La Serena towards the magical Elqui Valley. During the journey, we will make a stop at the Puclaro Reservoir, where we will see the dam (depending on the day and season) and enjoy privileged views of the surroundings.

We will continue the tour with a stop at a point of sale for typical Chilean papaya products, the emblematic fruit of the region. Then we will arrive in Vicuña, where we will visit its main square and have time to explore the local crafts. 

The journey continues towards the foothills of the Andes, passing through charming towns like Paihuano, with a stop at one of its viewpoints to appreciate the unique beauty of the valley. We will pass through Montegrande, where Gabriela Mistral lived, with an optional visit to its museum (subject to availability and conditions of the day).

Finally, we will arrive at Pisco Elqui, where we will explore its main square and local shops. To conclude the experience, we will visit a traditional pisco distillery, learn about the Chilean pisco production process, and enjoy a tasting. After lunch at a local restaurant, we will begin our return to La Serena.

What's included

  • Round-trip transfer from La Serena/Bilingual guide/Lunch at a local restaurant/Visit to a pisco distillery

Not included

  • Drinks or Meals/Tips or unspecified extras/Insurance

Low

Location

Rates

From USD 63

Mystical Elqui Valley - Shared Service

From USD 57

Includes: Round-trip transportation from La Serena/Bilingual guide/Lunch at a local restaurant/Visit to a pisco distillery

Starts 08:30 10 hours Español, English
Operates: Every day
ACTIVIDAD
Sightseeing
CANCELACION
General Terms
COSTO
Average
DIFICULTAD
Low
INTERES
Culture And History Photography Ecotourism Adventure
VIAJERO
Couple With Friends With Children Family

Frequently asked questions

During the excursion to the Elqui Valley from La Serena, you'll visit various tourist attractions such as the picturesque town of Vicuña, Gabriela Mistral Square, the Gabriela Mistral Museum, a traditional pisco distillery, and towns like Paihuano and Montegrande. You'll also enjoy breathtaking natural landscapes, vineyards, and tastings of local products, such as pisco and wines, typical of northern Chile.

Yes, the 'Mystical Elqui Valley: Culture, Nature, and Flavors of the Norte Chico' tour includes transportation in a climate-controlled tourist vehicle and a professional bilingual guide who will provide relevant information about the main points of interest, local culture, geography, and history of the area. This allows you to enjoy the trip safely and learn about the attractions of the Elqui Valley.

On an excursion to the Elqui Valley, you can enjoy tourist activities such as guided tours of pisco distilleries with tastings, visits to traditional villages, museum tours, scenic views, and time for taking photographs. You can also purchase regional products and savor the local cuisine. All of this provides a rich cultural, historical, and natural experience in northern Chile.

This excursion to the Elqui Valley is suitable for the whole family, including children and seniors, as the activities are mostly cultural and recreational, require no strenuous physical effort, and transportation is provided in a comfortable vehicle. However, some pisco tastings are only available to those 18 years of age and older, in accordance with Chilean tourism regulations.

The tour price includes round-trip transportation from La Serena, a Spanish-speaking tour guide, visits to the main attractions, and a pisco tasting. It does not include main meals, museum entrance fees, personal souvenirs, or other expenses not specified in the itinerary. It is recommended to bring cash for personal expenses or additional activities during the tour.
5.0 5 reviews
5.0

Explorando el Valle del Elqui: naturaleza y buena onda

¡Increíble tour! Súper recomendable para los que buscan naturaleza, historia y buena onda. El Valle del Elqui me sorprendió con sus paisajes y energía. Probé piscos, conocí pueblitos increíbles y hasta aprendí de astronomía. El guía fue lo más, sabía de todo y nos hizo sentir súper cómodos. ¡No se lo pierdan!

Julián Martínez
5.0

Chill Vibes and Magic in the Elqui Valley Tour

Wow, what a day! The Mystical Elqui Valley tour was seriously magical. From sipping pisco in a local distillery to exploring the laid-back villages, everything was chill and super interesting. Our guide was funny, knew tons, and made the trip extra special. The scenery? Absolutely stunning—those mountains blew my mind! If you're into culture, delicious food, and good vibes, this tour is a must. Totally exceeded my expectations. 100% recommend!

Alex Turner
5.0

Vale do Elqui: paisagens incríveis, muita energia e experiências inesquecíveis

Adorei esse passeio pelo Vale do Elqui! O visual das montanhas, degustação de pisco e o contato com a cultura local foram demais. O guia era super gente boa e explicou tudo de forma divertida. Recomendo pra quem curte natureza, energia boa e ótimas fotos. Quero voltar!

Gabriel Souza
5.0

Einzigartige Tour durchs mystische Elqui-Tal – Empfehlenswert!

Wow, das Elqui-Tal war einfach traumhaft! Die Landschaft ist richtig magisch und unser Guide hat super spannende Geschichten erzählt. Die Stopps bei den lokalen Produzenten und die Pisco-Verkostung waren absolute Highlights. Ich habe die Natur und die ruhige Atmosphäre total genossen. Die Organisation von Tangol war top, alles hat reibungslos geklappt und wir hatten genug Zeit, alles zu entdecken. Kann ich wirklich jedem empfehlen, der Lust auf eine Mischung aus Kultur und Natur hat!

Lukas Schneider
5.0

Immersion magique et gourmande dans la vallée d’Elqui avec Tangol Tours

Franchement, j'ai adoré la vallée d’Elqui avec Tangol Tours ! Le paysage est juste magique et l’ambiance dans les petits villages est super authentique. On a goûté du pisco local et les guides étaient hyper sympas et passionnés. Il y a un mélange parfait entre culture, nature et découvertes gourmandes. Idéal pour ceux qui aiment apprendre et se détendre en même temps. Je recommande à 100% ce tour, c’est une expérience unique à vivre au Chili !

Élise Martin

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