Atacama: Tulor and Quitor Archaeological Private Tour

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About this activity

Through our archaeological tour we will take you to visit not only impressive landscapes of the highlands but also places of historical importance, while we visit the most important archaeological sites in the sector to learn about the origin of the Atacameña culture.

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At a glance

Duration: 5 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–15
Guide: English, Spanish
Operated by: Tangol

Ages: Adults (8–75 years)

What is included

Included

Included: In-vehicle air conditioning: Air-conditioned vehicle
Included: Hotel pickup and drop-off (centrally located hotels only)
Included: Professional Guide

Not included

Not included: Extras not detailed in the itinerary
Not included: Meals and drinks
Not included: Gratuities
Not included: Entrance Fee

Itinerary

San Pedro de Atacama

Passing by

We will start our tour experience from your hotel in the morning to get to know the richness of the valuable Atacama culture, visiting places of great archaeological importance and learning about the customs and traditions of the different peoples that inhabited the area.
Aldea de Tulor

2 hours Admission not included

We will visit the most important sites such as the Tulor Village, the oldest inhabited vestige in the Atacama basin, located only 8 kms from San Pedro de Atacama. The remains indicate a labyrinth of semicircular dwellings that were built of adobe (mud and coiron straw) and communicated through interior patios. The first remains were found by the Jesuit priest Gustave Le Paige in 1956.
Pukara de Quitor

2 hours Admission not included

Later we will go to the Pukará de Quitor, a 12th century building that has witnessed important historical events that are part of the local culture and was the place of entry to the oasis sector of San Pedro de Atacama, which had a great cultural exchange with other ethnic groups in the area such as the Chinchorro, Coyas, Aymara and Tiwanakus. Clay, wood, bones and textiles indicate that this culture had its heyday between 300 BC and 500 AD. Today, there are still more than 20,000 Atacameños living in small villages around San Pedro de Atacama. Finally we will visit the church of San Pedro in the historic centre of the town.
San Pedro de Atacama

20 min

Then we will visit "la comunidad de Coyo", a house where we will see how an Atacameño family mixes ancient traditions in local agriculture and tourism to offer a small tasting to the visitors. After this experience we will return to the hotel.

Meeting point and pickup

The operator picks every participant up from their accommodation or the points below.

Pickup points

Don Raul Hotel
Hotel Takha Takha
Hotel La Cochera
Hotel Pascual Andino
Hotel Noi Casa Atacama
Terrantai Hotel
Hotel Jardin Atacama
Hotel Tulor
Hostal Kirckir
La Casa De Don Tomas
Hotel & Hostal Corvatsch
Hostal Paloma Celestial

and 12 more pickup points

The pick up transfer is only from selected centrally located hotels. If your hotel is outside the geographic area, we will confirm you the closest meeting point. Indicate the name and address of your hotel.

Drop Off will be in downtown municipal parking.

Using your ticket

We suggest you to confirm the booking details with us prior to travel, or upon arrival at your destination. Please note that departure times and locations may vary slightly.

OFFICE NUMBER: (+54 11) 3221-8400 (Mon to Sat from 9 to 18 Hs and Sundays from 10 to 19 Hs)

EMERGENCY MOBILE: (+54 911) 4991-4035 (After office hours)

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

Good to know

Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Wear comfortable clothes, sunscreen and mineral water
Due to the height, only people between 8 and 75 years of age in good health can join us