The Pacific town of Callao is located in the Lima metropolitan region just ten miles west of the Peruvian capital. Callao services the country by both air and sea as the city acts as the nation's main seaport and airport. Due to the city's naval history, Callao was a major Spanish town in colonial times. Several islands line the coast of mainland Callao, such as the Palomino Island, a pristine habitat for sea lions and seabirds.

San Martin is the gateway to the quiet colonial town of Pisco and its fertile coastal valley, the Inca palace complex at Machu Picchu and the Galapagos Archipelago.

Arica has a population of 185,000 and is popularly known as the "City of Eternal Spring". Arica impresses not only with its gorgeous beaches and sparkling blue water, but also with its attractions such as the Archaeological Museum and the Customs House, which was designed by Gustav Eiffel.

Iquique is located in the north of the South American country Chile and is the capital of the Region de Tarapacá. Iquique impresses with its palm-lined streets and the beautiful beach resorts.

The city of Antofagasta in northern Chile lies on the edge of the Atacama desert. More than 300,000 people live in the city. The name comes from the Quechua language Antofagasta, meaning "village on the Great Salt Lake."

The Coquimbo port is home to two shipwrecks. Located on the highest mountain in the city and with a height of 92 meters, "The Cross of the Third Millenium' is the city's best-known monument. Near and around the city, you will also be able to visit some of the local wineries.

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San Antonio is a bustling port city in Chile's Valparaiso region. The area around it is known as the "Coast of Poets," as several famous artists and poets lived there - including Pablo Neruda. With its mild Mediterranean climate and sweeping sandy beaches, San Antonio is also the perfect place to enjoy a relaxing day at the beach.