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Private tour in La Serena Jaime C
La Serena to the Elqui Valley Full Day Tour
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Hi Travelers! My name is Jaime, I'm a Professional English-Spanish Translator from the University of La Serena, my hometown and residence place, in Chile. I started working on tourism before I graduated, both freelance and for my local government, where I acquired a deep knowledge about my region; it's history, places of interest and traditions. I describe myself as a very outgoing guy, so I try to pass on that energy to my customers, in terms of keeping your attention whenever I show my city, because every corner of my region has a history and I'm always eager to let you know the details of everything, with an excellent English level and fun stories to share. Patience is one of my virtues, so If you have any mobility issues or require any type of special attention during our tour, I'll be more than glad to assist you. Since the most iconic places of my region are located outside of the city, I usually work with a professional driver who knows all my routes, has all his documentation, and maintains his vehicle to a high standard. This allows me to focus all of my attention on you, my dear guests. :) Welcome to La Serena! Jaime -Professional English Spanish Translator from state University of La Serena. -8 Years of experience on Tourism, deep knowledge of my region. None
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Overview of your La Serena tour
What can be said about this wonderful place? With an average of three hundred days a year of clear skies, green vineyards, clear rivers, beautiful hills and, at night, one of the most iconic places in South America to practice stargazing, with at least 6 great observatories located in this region. The Elqui Valley has everything a place needs to get a piece of your heart. I've been doing this tour for 9 years, and I've been visiting this place sice I was born, I even have relatives living in Vicuna and other parts of the Elqui Valley, so I know this place and it's stories like the palm of my hand. Our tour starts in the city of La Serena, the second eldest city of Chile, with beautiful Colonial architecture; our spanish heritage. Then we head to the town of Vicuña, to see the typical marketplaces, museum, the Solar Kitchen, etc. The Elqui Valley is a breathtaking place, with warm people and climate, promising one of the most wonderful sights of this part of the country.
Your La Serena tour itinerary
- Pick up at desired point - First stop at El Faro, La Serena's biggest Monument. - A little glimpse of the city town, on our way to the Elqui Valley. - Second stop at the Puclaro Damn. - Third stop in Vicuña; The Elqui Valley's main town, where we will visit the Bauer Tower, the Church and the local markets. - ABA destillery. - Lunch at The solar kitchens of Villaseca, a little town 5 minutes from Vicuña, wuere they use special kind of ovens to cook their equisite meals; a wonderful experience. - Head back to La Serena to have a little city tour, includind the ancient churches, La Recova Market, and it's main biuldings. - Back to the pick up point. The trip is extremely relaxing, the climate is always sunny in the valley, so just prepare for a place that you'll never forget.
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Type: Private Transportation / Category: Minivan
Our transportation method is a Mercedes Benz Minibus, with AC, all safety belts, very clean and with a capacity of 12 people plus me and the driver. The vehicle is always checked before the tour.
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Coquimbo, Coquimbo, Chile
At the main gates of the Cruise Ship Port of Coquimbo.
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