Pisagua Tour

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The War of the Pacific cannot be understood without an excursion to the coastal town of Pisagua, where you'll learn about the episodes that marked one of the main war conflicts in South America in the 19th century.

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The War of the Pacific cannot be understood without an excursion to the coastal town of Pisagua, where you'll learn about the episodes that marked one of the main war conflicts in South America in the 19th century.

Pisagua Tour

After picking you up at your hotel in Arica between 8 am and 9 am, we'll head south towards Pisagua. This small coastal town in the Chilean region of Tarapacá was one of the main scenes of the War of the Pacific, a war that pitted Chile against Peru and Bolivia in the second half of the 19th century.

One of the main episodes of this conflict was the Battle of Dolores also known as The Battle of San Francisco, one of the great clashes of the so-called Tarapacá campaign. We'll learn about the history of this dispute and visit the Pisagua cemetery, whose wooden crosses look directly onto the Pacific Ocean.

The next stop will be in front of the monument dedicated to the landing and battle of Pisagua. After learning the details of this 1879 event, we'll discover Pisagua's past. We'll also see the large wooden buildings built at the time, the main vestiges of that period.

We'll take a break in a local restaurant to have lunch, which includes different dishes from the local cuisine. After regaining our strength, we'll learn about the origins of Pisagua as a detention centre in the 20th century. However, nowadays it has become a symbol in the defence of Human Rights.

Finally, we'll return to your hotel in Arica, where we'll arrive at 7 pm.

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Duration

10 hours.

Language

The activity takes place with a guide that speaks in English and Spanish.

Included

Hotel pickup and return transfer

Transport by minibus or bus

English–speaking guide

Lunch

Not included

Drinks during lunch

When to book?

You can book up until 48 hours before the activity as long as there are still places. Book now to guarantee your spot.

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Accessibility

Not wheelchair accessible.
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Provide a safe and satisfying experience.

Reduce, reuse, recycle.

Incorporate eco-conscious technologies.

Uphold fair employment standards.

Foster the growth of local communities.

Preserve the integrity of local culture.

Safeguard both cultural and environmental heritage.

Ensure ethical treatment of animals.

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Altos Del Norte

Corporate name: Sociedad Comercial Altos del Norte SPA

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Pets

Not permitted.
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A - To reserve the activity, choose the date and complete the form on this page. You will receive your confirmation immediately.

Q - Is a minimum number of participants required?

A - This activity requires a minimum of 6 participants. Should this number not be reached, we'll get in touch with you to offer alternatives.

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Cancellations

Free cancellation up to 48 hours before the activity starts. If you cancel 24 hours before the activity starts, we will refund you 30%. Any cancellations after this time or no-shows on the day will not be refunded.

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Pisagua Tour

Pisagua Tour

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