Argentina and Chile, along the Andes Mountains

Composed of intimate and prestigious vineyards, this valley is certainly one of the most beautiful wine routes (red) in Chile. From one land to another, these grape varieties that were imported from France in the 19th century each express their individuality here. The best way to explore Colchagua is definitely on horseback. A walk in the vineyards that allows you to be in contact with nature, vines and animals at the same time. And a great way to reconnect with Chilean traditions…

In 1852, Chile founded the National Astronomical Observatory (OAN). The country has since established itself as one of the world's leading astronomical observation sites. The altitude, clean air, clear skies and low light pollution allow for a unique views of stars, constellations, galaxies and supernovae. In the Elqui Valley, near La Serena, many sites offer overnight stays and guided star-gazing sessions, led by specialists equipped with state-of-the-art telescopes. A magical experience amid the endless night.

We start exploring the vastness of the desert to the west of San Pedro de Atacama. The Valley of the Moon is a landscape straight out of a science fiction film. It gets its name from the absence of any apparent sign of life - with the exception of a species of lizard. Shaped by water and wind erosion , it offers a truly remarkable range of shapes and colours.

El Tatio Geysers sit at 4,320 meters above sea level, 90 kilometres from the market town of San Pedro de Atacama. This geothermal field is best seen at sunrise as the steam which seeps from cracks in the ground is most impressive in the dark. Like a firework display, steam and water splutter and bubble out of the earth and you can walk around the 80 active geysers which form the largest geyser field in the Southern Hemisphere.

Salta means 'beauty' in Quechua, the ancient language of the Andean Indians. Its name sums up this beautiful city that nestles at the foot of the Andes Mountain Range. The city, which is also the capital of Noroeste, is nearly 1,200 m above sea level. Under the pink facade of the baroque cathedral, many houses and palaces are reminiscent of the city's colonial past - with their stunning covered balconies. Some very beautiful museums allow visitors to discover some of the unknown aspects of the region's history: the astonishing High Mountain Archaeological Museumd exhibits the the mummies of three Inca children which date back to the 15th century…

On 17 June each year, Salta celebrates the memory of its greatest hero: General Martin Miguel Güemes. Originally from the city, the great man fought with all his might in the War of Independence (1810-1825). Thousands of gauchos are proud of this resistance and continue to gather here to mark the occasion of the anniversary of his death. Horse parades and traditional songs and dances followed by a large mass are on the agenda.