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Antofagasta is the largest city of the Norte Grande region, a product of the mining boom that hit the region in the 19th century. Today, Antofagasta is the embarkation point for copper mined at La Escondida and Chuquicamata--the latter of which holds the distinction of being the largest open-pit mine in the world. With 12 miles of beachfront and a mild climate, Antofagasta is also a year-round beach resort.

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The following Shore Excursions are available for this port on this cruise, and may be reserved beginning 240 days before the cruise begins for guests receiving Concierge amenities, and 180 days before the cruise begins for all other guests. Guests receiving Concierge amenities will receive a 5% discount off of the prices shown below for Regent Choice tours.

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Antofagasta City & Surroundings
Historic Chacabuco & Baquedano Train Museum

Antofagasta City & Surroundings

Duration: 3 hours

Tour Code: atg-001

Price:

$99.00 per person

Free

Discover the sights of this major hub in northern Chile along with the best-known attractions found just outside the town.
Traveling from the pier, it's a short drive to the busy downtown area where after a brief panoramic drive you will leave your coach behind and have a short walking tour around Plaza Colon. Plaza Colon is the city's main square and is surrounded by monuments that have been donated by the various foreign communities that reside in Antofagasta. During your guided walk, you'll pass the Clock Tower, the Bandstand, the Old Customs House and the former Railway Station. The old nitrate dock, the fishing port, and the pedestrian zone complete the downtown picture overview. Before continuing on, a short visit at the Regional Museum will give you some further insight about the history of this part of the Chilean desert.
Rejoining your coach, you will leave the city behind and drive south past the university campus to the Huanchaca Ruins. The ruins are actually the striking remains of a Bolivian silver refinery that was built in 1868 and closed in 1903. From below, the ruins resemble a fortress rather than a factory. Following a stop for photos, you'll visit the small but informative museum that is found on the grounds of the complex. The museum's exhibits and displays depict the life of the miners, and also the importance of this region for star gazing. This particular area is renowned for having some of the clearest skies in the world. Afterwards, you'll re-board your coach and transfer back to the pier.
Please note: This tour includes approximately 90-minutes of moderate walking and there are some steps to negotiate. The tour is not available to wheelchair guests and may not be suitable for those with mobility concerns who are cautioned to carefully evaluate their personal level of stamina and ability. Weather appropriate clothing that should include a sweater and light raincoat or umbrella; sunglasses; and flat, waterproof walking shoes are recommended.

Terms & Conditions:

Free Unlimited Shore Excursions are for full fare guests only, capacity controlled and subject to availability. Requested excursions may not be available at time of booking. Supplement will apply on Regent Choice excursions (indicated by the above) and excludes Private Arrangements and all Adventures Ashore programs. In order to ensure quality guides and sufficient transportation, we must provide the tour operator with passenger counts at least 36 hours in advance. Therefore no refunds will be given within 36 hours of tour departure for cancellations or no-shows. Please pay special attention to scheduling and tour lengths when booking your shore excursions. In many cases, it is not possible to participate in more than one tour per day in a given port. Tour Departure times are subject to change so please reference your actual tour ticket for the correct departure time. Tours operate rain or shine. Minor children under 18 years of age must be accompanied by a an adult parent or guardian on all shore excursions. Tours require minimum participation levels to operate so please sign up as early as possible. Tours may be cancelled if minimum participation levels are not met. Prices, Itineraries and General Information shore excursion prices are subject to change to meet unexpected cost increases or currency fluctuations. Please consult the Destination Services Desk onboard for information. During local or national holidays, access to certain facilities (such as museums or archaeological sites) may be limited or denied. In such instances, adjustments will be made to minimize inconvenience to guests. Some tours have limited availability. Tours are generally available for reserving 180 days prior to the beginning of a cruise. Please sign up early to avoid disappointment. Regent Seven Seas Cruises reserves the right to require guests to complete a liability waiver for select shore excursions. For more information, please visit the Destination Services Desk onboard.

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BRAZIL AND BEYOND | 44 Nights | Departs Jan 25, 2014

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Free Excursions

Regent Choice Excursions

Antofagasta City & Surroundings

Duration: 3 hours

Tour Code: atg-001

Price:

$99.00 per person

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