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Valparaiso Port, Viña del Mar Full-Day Tour from Santiago
ItineraryThis is a typical itinerary for this productStop At: Moai, Vina del Mar, Valparaiso RegionGenuine Moai brought from Easter Island in 1951. Now is part of the collection of the Fonck museum. Your tour guide will give you a complete brief about the island and they culture.Duration: 10 minutesStop At: Corporacion Museo de Arqueologia e Historia Francisco Fonck, Vina del Mar, Valparaiso Regionbesides the moai of Easter Island that is here our your tour guide will explain you more about other pre-columbian cultures that use to live in Chile. Duration: 10 minutesPass By: Vina del Mar Casino, Vina del Mar, Valparaiso RegionFirst casino in Chile.Stop At: Avenida Peru, Vina del Mar, Valparaiso RegionSeaboard with nice view of the cost of Viña del Mar and Cerro Castillo.Duration: 15 minutesPass By: Wulff Castle, Vina del Mar, Valparaiso RegionOld castle of an important family of German origin who had a great contribution to the city.Stop At: Flower Clock (Reloj de Flores), Vina del Mar, Valparaiso Regionflowery garden that houses the famous clockDuration: 5 minutesPass By: Costanera, Vina del Mar, Valparaiso RegionPanoramic view of the cityStop At: Caleta Portales, Valparaiso, Valparaiso RegionFish market and sea lions spot. Popular beach where you will have the opportunity to touch the Pacific ocean or just know more about it.Duration: 15 minutesPass By: Historic Quarter of the Seaport City of Valparaiso, Valparaiso, Valparaiso RegionPanoramic view of the city with general descriptions to give you a better idea of what we going to see then in the walking tour.Pass By: El Arco Britanico, Valparaiso, Valparaiso RegionIt was donated in 1910 by the British colony resident in Valparaíso on the occasion of the Centennial of the Independence of Chile.Stop At: Plaza Sotomayor, Valparaiso, Valparaiso RegionPlaza Sotomayor is the largest civic center in the city here is located the Navy headquarter, Monument to the heroes of the Pacific War, first fire company of Chile besides being an archaeological center. Duration: 15 minutesStop At: Monumento a Los Heroes, Valparaiso, Valparaiso RegionMonument to the heroes of the Pacific War.Duration: 5 minutesStop At: Ascensor Artilleria, Valparaiso, Valparaiso RegionOne of the historical ascensores that is possible take in this tour.Duration: 5 minutesStop At: Ascensor El Peral, Valparaiso, Valparaiso RegionOne of the historical ascensores that is possible take in this tour.Duration: 5 minutesStop At: Paseo Yugoeslavo Ex Paseo Americano, Valparaiso, Valparaiso RegionFamous walkway at top of the hill with spectacular view to the sea, bay, Colourful hills with an interesting history. We get here in ascensor. Duration: 10 minutesStop At: Palacio Baburizza, Valparaiso, Valparaiso RegionFine art museum, Old mansion located in the top of the hill in the old wealthy neighborhood of the city. Has spectacular view of hills and bay.Duration: 10 minutesStop At: Cerro Alegre, Valparaiso, Valparaiso RegionWalking tour Here is located most of the highlights World Heritage by UNESCO.Duration: 20 minutesStop At: Pasaje BavestrelloInteresting stairs made by the Italian community and donated to the Porteño's people to shortcut the hill. Depending on availability we'll give you to taste a local alfajores made by a former neighbor of the community.Duration: 5 minutesStop At: Gálvez Inc.Ready to get inside of Valparaiso. Here start the Wall art alley ways . Walk through various exhibitions of street art that surprise you in this labyrinth of surprises.Duration: 15 minutesStop At: Cerro Concepcion, Valparaiso, Valparaiso RegionWalking tour through the top of the hill where you will find all the main attraction as victorian and german tudor architecture, vintage shop, and much more. Duration: 20 minutesStop At: Paseo Gervasoni, Valparaiso, Valparaiso RegionFamous walkway with spectacular view to the sea and bay and interesting history. Also have the oldest Ascensor of Valparaiso ''Concepcion'' dating from 1883.Duration: 15 minutesPass By: Ascensor Concepcion, Valparaiso, Valparaiso RegionFirst ascensor of the city date from 1883.Stop At: Paseo Atkinson, Valparaiso, Valparaiso RegionOne of the famous walkways with awesome view of the east side of Valparaiso, hills, centenary catholic and dicident cemetery. Duration: 10 minutesStop At: Piano StaircaseBeautiful wall art in one of the hundreds stair of Valparaiso. Duration: 5 minutesStop At: Paseo Dimalow, Valparaiso, Valparaiso RegionInteresting alley which take you to Reina Victoria's Ascensor.Awesome views.Duration: 10 minutesStop At: Ascensor Reina Victoria, Valparaiso, Valparaiso RegionOne of the historical ascensores that is possible take in this tour.Duration: 5 minutesStop At: Museo a Cielo Abierto, Santiago, Santiago Metropolitan RegionWalking tour / LunchDuration: 1 hourPass By: Casablanca Valley Wine Route, Casablanca, Valparaiso RegionThis is the chilean capital of the cold climate wine. Stop At: Indomita Casablanca and Maipo Vineyards, Casablanca, Valparaiso RegionPrestigious winery where you will have a wine tasting Duration: 30 minutesPass By: Stamp's Tour, Santiago, Santiago Metropolitan RegionAll the tour you will have the company and interesting descriptions of our experts and friendly tour guides.
Cajon Del Maipo 8-Hour Day Tour from Santiago with Wine, Snack
Your tour begins at about 7am with pick up from your Santiago hotel. Greet your guide, climb aboard the air-conditioned minivan and hit the road. Cross through the south side of Santiago on your way to the drop-off point at Cajon del Maipo, by the mountain road to El Yeso Reservoir. Your driver makes a few stops during the drive, including at a tumbling waterfall and a glacier perched on top of a mountainside. We also offer a stop to enjoy of a local empanada ( Included ) and the option of having a coffee or tea at that time of the morning clients cost. Upon arrival at the destination, make use of your free time. Explore the pristine natural environment and admire the steep, rocky walls and gorge. While you are enjoying your free time, your driver-guide prepares your snack with fresh local ingredients, for you to enjoy with a glass of Chilean wine upon your return. Head back to Santiago and get dropped off back at your hotel around 4pm.
Santiago to Cajon del Maipo Small-Group Day Trip with Picnic
After morning pickup from your Santiago hotel, travel with your guide southeast of the city on a winding road that climbs upward alongside the Maipo River. As you travel through Cajón del Maipo, a canyon and river valley carved into the Andes mountains by the river, enjoy a range of hypnotizing landscapes. Admire lush vineyards and orchards, catch sight of the occasional roadside stall selling homemade goods, and then find yourself amid barren mountainsides and jagged snow-drizzled peaks. During the ride, listen to tales of folklore unique to these lands. Disembark at Embalse el Yeso, a large lake reservoir enveloped by mountains, located about 9,843 feet (3,000 meters) above sea level. Snap shots of its emerald-colored sheen and, following your guide on a flat trail, learn more about the reservoir and local geology. In this place, close the mountains we will have a delicious picinic-cocktail where you can enjoy local product. Back in the vehicle, continue along the mountain road to San José de Maipo, the charming and rustic capital of the region founded in 1792. As your guide walks you through the picturesque main square lined with tiny shops and cafes, note its laid-back atmosphere and learn about the town’s history and adobe-style architecture. Finally you will visit a local family restaurant where you can taste one of the typical dish "Empanadas" with a incredible beer or natural juice. After your day of tranquility amid Andean scenery, you’ll be taken back to your hotel in Santiago. Please note: A minimum of two people per booking is required.
Santiago Hop-On Hop-Off Tour
There are 13 stops along the city route, each one with a different point of interest and in close range of a renowned Santiago attraction. You can hop on and off as many times as you like along the circuit between the hours of 9:30am and 6pm. The loop lasts about 2 hours and buses pass by each stop approximately every 30 minutes. Whether you're a first time or repeat visitor, the Santiago Hop-on Hop-off bus tour offers unlimited value over one day. Air-conditioned and equipped with audio commentary, customize your travel with the flexibility to jump on and off at various locations throughout the city at your leisure. List of stops include: 1. Parque Arauco 2. Hotel Sheraton 3. Patio Bellavista 4. Funicular Parque Metropolitano 5. Plaza de Armas 6. Plaza de la Constitución 7. Paseo Bulnes 8. Santa Lucía 9. Providencia 10. Costanera Center & Sky Costanera 11. Isidora Goyenechea 12. Escuela Militar 13. Nueva Las Condes Please see the itinerary field below for a detailed list of stops.
Private Tour: Santiago City Sightseeing
Your tour takes you through the main streets of Santiago's civic center with its many different architectural styles. You'll pass the neoclassical Moneda Palace, built in the 18th century and current seat of Government; the Plaza de Armas, or main square, with its cathedral and the Central Post Office. Your tour continues to the Parque Forestal, based on Paris' Champs-Elysees and Santa Lucia Hill, where the city of Santiago was founded in 1541. You'll 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. Your tour concludes with a visit to the handicraft village of Los Graneros del Alba. This attraction is closed on Mondays, when an alternative attraction is substituted.
Santiago Airport Private Arrival Transfer
Enjoy the convenience of a private airport to hotel transfer with your English speaking driver and guide who will help you get orientated upon arrival in Santiago as you are delivered in safety to your selected hotel. Avoid the hassles of public transport and risking being ripped off with taxi fees, book your transfer from the airport to your Santiago hotel. You'll be picked up from the airport and taken directly in an air-conditioned vehicle to your hotel. Take the easy way out and book your arrival transfer in Santiago now. Don't forget to also book your departure transfer!Price is per person, based on 6 adults per car/vehicle.