Compare Discover Santiago by Chimu Adventures vs Atacama by Travel for All
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| Duration | 4 days | 5 days |
| Price From | $ 595 | $ 2,887 |
| Price Per Day | $ 149 | $ 577 |
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| Trip Style | Private guided tour | Small group tour |
| Lodging Level | Standard | Premium |
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| Flights & Transport | Internal airfare and ground transport included | Ground transport included |
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| Meals Included | N/A | N/A |
| Description |
Discover the best of Santiago in this four-day stopover in Chile’s capital city and cultural centre. Upon arrival, take in the beauty of the Andes in the background. A guided tour of the city will take you to the Plaza de Armas, Government Palace and Cerro Santa Lucia, upon which Santiago was founded. Head west on a day trip to Casablanca Valley where some of Chile’s finest cool climate wines are produced before continuing to the World Heritage listed Valparaiso, Chile’s oldest port. |
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Day 1: Arrival transfer in Santiago
On arrival at Santiago Airport, please make your way through Customs and Immigration and only exit from the green doors marked 'Meeting Point’.
Our representative will be holding a sign with your name on it and waiting for you outside this exit. Please only make contact with our representative.
This service includes a driver and local English speaking guide who will provide you with any useful information needed for your stay.
Santiago de Chile
Santiago, Chile’s capital and largest city, lies in a valley surrounded by the snow-capped mountains of the Andes and the Chilean Coastal Range. Founded in 1541, Santiago has been Chile’s capital since colonial times. It is a vibrant and cosmopolitan city and although it features many colonial buildings, it has grown into a modern metropolis and the cultural centre of the country.
Day 2: Santiago Panoramic City Tour
This morning, you will be collected from your hotel for your tour of Santiago. Visit both the old and new areas of the city. Highlights include the Plaza de Armas, the city's central square and the heart of the city’s old colonial core. The Plaza de Armas is home to the beautiful 18th century Metropolitan Cathedral, the early 19th century Royal Court Palace that houses the Natural History Museum and the Central Post Office completed in 1882. Will continue along the Government Palace and where we will have the opportunity to walk through some of the most traditional streets and neighbourhoods. Visit Cerro Santa Lucia, the hill on which Santiago was founded in 1541, now a park with fountains and stairs leading to a fort and panoramic viewpoint across the city. On completion of your tour, you will be taken to your hotel.
Please note this is small group tour and only operates in the morning.
Day 3: Full day Valparaiso & Casablanca valley
This morning you will be collected from your hotel and travel west towards the Pacific Ocean. Our first stop will be in the Casablanca Valley, famous for its many wineries and towns full of Chilean traditions. Vines were first planted here in the mid 1980’s and the area is known for its cool climate white wines, most notably Sauvignon Blanc and Chardonnay, as well as Pinot Noir. The region’s world class wineries are mostly located along the road and we will visit one of them to enjoy a premium wine tasting before continuing on to Valparaiso.
Valparaiso is a historic port and is known as the “Jewel of the Pacific” and the cultural capital of Chile with festivals every year and a number of street artists and musicians. Its charming, picturesque and colourful houses are set on cobblestone alleyways in the hills that surround the city, creating a natural amphitheatre. In the 19th century, Valparaiso saw an influx of European immigrants. The historic quarter of Valparaiso was declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 2003 based on its unique architecture and urban design. The city’s system of funicular lifts was declared one of the world’s most endangered historical treasures by the World Monuments Fund in 1996.
A short drive along the coast will allow us to have a perfect view of the hills and the city. We walk around the town to discover hidden treasures such as art galleries, small cafes and breweries.
Lunch is not included but restaurants will be recommended to you with time allowed for you to enjoy lunch.
In the afternoon, return to Santiago and you will be taken to your hotel. Please note this is a small group tour.
Day 4: Transfer to the airport for onward destination
You will be collected from your hotel at the appropriate time and transferred to the airport for your onward flight. This service includes a Spanish speaking driver only.
Day 1: Arrival Santiago, Chile.
Day 2: Santiago/ San Pedro de Atacama.
Day 3: San Pedro de Atacama
Day 4: San Pedro de Atacama
Day 5: San Pedro de Atacama and Santiago
