Chile's capital city is surrounded by an extraordinary set of snow-capped Andean mountains to the east and a smaller coastal range to the west. It is truly a beautiful sight. The city offers one of Latin America's most cosmopolitan, vibrant and artistic city centres. Nearby Valparaiso, is one of Chile’s most interesting cities with its steep hills revealing a labyrinth of streets filled with bohemian cafes and brightly coloured buildings
Explore the cultural city of Santiago, including the impressive Plaza de Armas and Santa Lucia Hill.
Explore the hills and winding streets in the eclectic city of Valparaiso.
Visit the cosmopolitan beach side town of Vina del Mar.
Itinerary in brief
Day 1: Santiago arrival transfer
Day 2: Exclusive Santiago Tour
Day 3: Valparaiso, Viña del Mar & the Vineyards
Day 4: Santiago departure transfer
Tailor-made suggestions for this itinerary
If you have extra time then why not enjoy an overnight winery stay or an overnight in colourful Valparaiso.
Experience the wonders of Chile’s north with a visit to the spectacular Atacama desert.
Add a stopover in the spectacular Lakes District of Chile and Argentina.
Day 1: Arrival
On arrival at Santiago airport you will be met by our representative and transferred to your centrally located hotel.
After check in to your hotel, the remainder of the day is at your leisure to explore the Chilean capital.
Day 2: Exclusive Santiago Tour
Let us introduce you to the classic city we know and love on this 6 hour tour exploring the city’s most popular sights along with some of our personal favourites. Chile´s rich cultural heritage comes to life as we visit the iconic symbols of the city, including La Plaza de Armas (the main square), La Moneda (the government palace), the Santiago Metropolitan Cathedral and the spectacular Cerro Santa Lucia, where the city was founded in 1541.
We continue to the bohemian area of Bellavista and climb the San Cristobal hill for a panoramic view of Santiago with the Andes Mountains in the background. We’ll also visit the Orient Sector, the most modern area of the city, with its impressive high rise buildings and classy boulevards before we offer you a choice of the activities designed to enhance your Santiago experience.
You’ll be given the option (you can decide on the day) to visit the picturesque Los Dominicos craft market where we can walk through the artisan village and enjoy a tasty empanada at one of the outdoor cafés, discover Santiago’s impressive pre-Columbian museum, explore the historic Lastarria Neighbourhood or take a walking tour through the Mercado Central, Chile’s largest fresh seafood market where you can try some of the local cuisine on offer. If you’d like to visit all these places then just let us know in advance and we can extend your tour to do this.
On completion of the tour you’ll be returned back to your hotel and have free time to further explore the city at your leisure.
Breakfast included.
Day 3: Valparaiso, Viña del Mar & the Vineyards
Today we will head over to the coast and explore one of the most fascinating cities in Chile; Valparaiso. ‘Valpo’, as it is fondly known by locals, was declared a world heritage site by UNESCO, and it is not difficult to see why. Picturesque architecture and multi-coloured urban housing spread out over more than forty hills, creating one of world’s most eclectic, unique cities.
We will visit the downtown area with its new government house, the Plaza Sotomayor, the Plaza Victoria, the cathedral and the harbour area. Afterwards we take a funicular up into the hills where there is a fantastic collection of brightly painted houses and a fantastic view over the city. We enjoy coffee in one of the many cosy restaurants before we enjoy a stroll through the labyrinth of colourful streets lined with impressive street-art. You can also visit the former home of Pablo Neruda (entrance fee not included) and learn a little more about this famous Chilean poet.
From Valparaiso we’ll head to the fashionable coastal resort city of Viña del Mar where we can admire the famous city ‘flower clock’ and visit the Main Square, which offers an amphitheatre that hosts the Viña del Mar International Song Festival every summer.
We include time for lunch and on the way back to Santiago we will explore the Casablanca valley with its famous orchards, citrus groves, grape plantations and wonderful mountain backdrops. For those interested in tasting some of the local produce a visit to a local vineyard can be arranged. We return you back to your hotel in Santiago where you have the evening at your leisure.
Breakfast included.
Day 4: Departure
Our representative will pick you up from your hotel and transfer you to Santiago airport for your departure flight.
Breakfast included.
Departs - Daily
Suggested Hotels
City
Comfort
Superior
Deluxe
Santiago
Meridiano Sur Petit Hotel
Hotel Luciano K
(Superior Room)
Lastarria Boutique Hotel
What's included?
Accommodation in single or twin rooms with private facilities
Hotel taxes
English-speaking guided tours
Transfers
Meals as specified
What's not included?
International and internal airfares,
Arrival/departure taxes or reciprocity fees, visa fees where applicable
Travel insurance
Gratuities
Any items not mentioned as included
Notes
Hotel rates are based on double/twin share lead in rooms. Other room types and hotels are available. Rates are subject to change and different rates may apply during holiday seasons and special events.
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