An introductory half day tour visiting the main attractions of Santiago, the country’s most important cultural, cosmopolitan and artistic hub. We start out with a visit to the highlights of the city’s civic centre, such as Cerro San Cristobal hill (a centrally located historic urban park), the La Moneda Palace (presidential offices) and the traditional Plaza de Armas square. Buildings ...
Depart Santiago this morning to enjoy a delightful visit to two cities located on the Pacific coast, just 1 hour 30 by car from Santiago. Drive through the beautiful Casablanca Valley, known for its fine vineyards and make a short stop at a winery. Upon arrival to the coast, first visit Viña del Mar, also known as the Garden City thanks to its beautiful beaches, lovely parks and flower gardens. Ne...
Morning departure to Viña Cousiño Macul, the oldest wine estate in Chile. Founded in 1856, it’s considered one of the most traditional wineries in the country as its current owners are direct descendants of the founder, Don Matias Cousiño. The winery is well known for its beautiful surroundings and efficient wine making production process. Free time for lunch (not includ...
Depart Santiago for Rosario Valley, a subdivision of the San Antonio Valley located 74 miles from the Chilean capital. Here lies Matetic Vineyard, amid a 9 thousand hectare property. The winery follows biodynamic principles, producing 100% organic grapes and taking special care of the surrounding environment. The tour includes a visit to the wine cellar, where visitors will be cordially welcomed ...
Early morning, we will tour a local winery and later continue on to Santa Cruz to visit the Colchagua Museum. The museum exhibits one of the most important collections of pre-Hispanic art in Chile and a comprehensive display of objects used during the colonial period in Chile; as well as archaeological finds; vehicles; rail cars and evidence of recent events in Chile (such as the rescue of the 33 ...
'Santiago like a Native' offers a chance to become a 'santiaguino' for six hours and enjoy an excursion that leads to the very core of Chile’s capital. The tour begins with a subway ride on the metro - known for its cleanliness and very good conditions. The first stop on the way is Metro station 'Universidad de Chile' where visitors surface at Santiago’s splendi...
Depart Santiago early this morning to the coastal town of Valparaiso, a road journey of approximately 1 hour 30. Drive through the beautiful Casablanca Valley before reaching the city. In Valparaiso experience the highlights of the famous port city as a 'porteño' (or a local). Visit a picturesque farmer’s markets, take a ride on the historical funiculars that ascend and descen...
Plaza Victoria is the perfect starting point for a wonderful walk through the city of Valparaiso. The square is one of the loveliest in Valparaiso and used to be a bull ring. Currently it’s a social meeting place and features a fountain brought over from France with four statues symbolising the seasons of the year. Facing Plaza Victoria is the Cathedral of Valparaiso. From here, ride one of ...
This afternoon visit one of the Atacama's most famous other worldy landscapes. Driving out of San Pedro de Atacama, head to the Cordillera de la Sal, a stunning landscape made up of natural stone and sand sculptures that millions of years ago formed part of a large lake. From here, enjoy beautiful views of the valley. The next stop is the Mars Valley, also known as Death Valley. Home to peculi...
This tour explores the most important archaeological sites in San Pedro de Atacama, Chile’s archaeological capital, and offers an insight into the way of life of the Atacama or Licanantai culture. The first stop is at the Aldea de Tulor (Tulor village), one of the oldest archaeological ruins originally inhabited by a community that was crucial for the transition to sedentary life. Visit Puka...
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