Valle del Encanto Tour

We'll see petroglyphs, stone castings and other remains on this archaeological tour of Valle del Encanto, one of the main archaeological sites in Chile.

Description

After picking you up from your hotel in Ovalle, we'll head to the Valle del Encanto, located about 20 km (12.5 miles) away. We will observe the petroglyphs of the Valle del Encanto, which may belong to the Molle culture. Throughout the route, we will learn about the characteristics of this ancient population, with origins over 2,000 years ago.

During the archaeological tour, we will explore various remains of stone castings, which feature a series of circular concavities drilled into the rock. These holes may have been used for grinding food or for ceremonial purposes, as suggested by some experts.

We will walk around the prehistoric site to uncover the actual use of the stone castings, the remnants of which are found across central Chile and its surroundings. Finally, we will return to your hotel in Ovalle, arriving at 1 pm.

Pickup

This activity includes pickup from hotels in the centre of Ovalle. If you are staying elsewhere, we will pick you up at the designated time in Plaza de Armas in the city.