7 Days / 6 Nights A journey through Chile's Wine Region, visiting some of the country's best wineries and vineyards. You will tour the central region of Chile including Santiago, the coastal towns of Viña del Mar and Valparaiso, and stay two nights in the heart of Chile's wine region. Throughout this unique experience, you will enjoy the delicious cuisine and great tasting wines of the country.
Sites Visited: Santiago, Valparaiso, Viña del Mar, Santa Cruz and the wineries of the Colchagua Valley!
Overnight Stays: Santiago (4 Nights), Santa Cruz (2 Nights).
Itinerary
DAY 1
Santiago
Assistance at your arrival
to Santiago Airport and transfer to your hotel. There you will receive a
briefing on your tour and vouchers covering all the services included.
Overnight at selected hotel in Santiago.
DAY 2
Santiago
Half-Day City tour of
Santiago. This tour includes a visit through the historic, commercial
and residential areas of the city. We will visit the Government Palace
"La Moneda", the historic center and its Main Plaza, the Cathedral, the
Main Post Office, the Municipality, and more. We will then pass through
the principal avenue of the city to see "La Alameda", the Forestal Park,
the San Cristobal mount, and the bohemian neighborhood of Bellavista.
Later on, we will continue to the residential and modern commercial
areas, located where the Andean mountain chain begins. New neighborhoods
like Santa Maria de Manquehue, Las Condes and Vitacura blend in with the
areas of advanced architecture like Barrio El Golf.
Return to Hotel and rest of day at leisure in Santiago.
Overnight at selected hotel in Santiago.
B
DAY 3
Valparaiso/ Viña del Mar
Full-Day tour to Valparaíso
and Viña del Mar. Early departure to the Pacific Coast, crossing the
fertile Valleys of Curacaví and Casablanca. We will make a stop to
overlook the entire city of Valparaiso from a high vantage point from
one of the 43 mountains surrounding the bay. The historical center of
this port city was declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO. It's
architecture gives it a great personality and brings forward it tourist
attractions.
We visit the historic, commercial and governmental sites of the city.
Then we continue on to the nearby city of Viña del Mar, famous for its
gardens. The Flower Clock is its symbol. We will also visit the "Casino
de Juegos", Peru and San Martin Avenues, residential areas with modern
architecture, and Reñaca Beach.
Return To Hotel and rest of day at leisure in Santiago
Overnight at selected hotel in Santiago.
B
DAY 4
Santa Cruz Wine Trail / Colchagua Valley
Transfer from your hotel in
Santiago to the Santa Cruz Plaza Hotel in the Colchagua Valley. A
special menu lunch will be served at the hotel.
We will visit the "Casa de Licores Espiritu de Colchagua", a famous
liquor and spirits house in the Colchagua Valley. Here, they produce their
liquors using traditional techniques of elaboration. We will also
have the opportunity of tasting their delicious spirits. Returning
to
the hotel, there will be a welcome-back cocktail and a special menu dinner.
Overnight at the Santa Cruz Plaza hotel.
B / L / D
DAY 5
Santa Cruz Wine Trail / Colchagua Valley
Today we will visit the
Colchagua museum, where we will be able admire a unique exhibition of
Latin-American Paleontology, Archeology, and Pre-colombian art.
Then we continue on to visit two famous local vineyards, where we will
be able to learn about the wine-making process, and taste the different
types of wine that are made there. The gorgeous scenery, the
beautiful architecture of the region, and the delicious wine will
certainly make this tour a very memorable one.
At our return to the hotel, we will enjoy a special menu lunch and dinner.
Overnight at the Santa Cruz Plaza hotel.
B / L / D
DAY 6
Santiago
Transfer to selected hotel
in Santiago.
Rest of day at leisure in Santiago.
We suggest a cultural tour that visits 3 museums during the day and a
Polynesian or folkloric dinner show at night.
Overnight at selected hotel in Santiago.
B
DAY 7
Santiago
Day at leisure in Santiago.
Transfer to Santiago
Airport for return flight.
B
Included:
Not Included:
- Accommodations in selected class hotels. - Meals per itinerary. - 2 visits to wineries and vineyards with tastings. - Sightseeing per itinerary in a modern air-conditioned motor coach (shared service). - Services of English and Spanish speaking local guides. - Bus transportation throughout the tour. - Entrance to the sites per itinerary. - Transfers to/from airport.
- International airfare to/from Santiago, Chile. - Airport and/or port fees. - Local/International phone calls. - Meals not specified in itinerary. - Tips/gratuities.
Notes: - Prices per person based on occupancy
- Occupancy is determined by number of adults
- Triple occupancy is not available
- Child pricing only for children 2-11 years old
- Children under 2 years old travel for free
- MINIMUM OF 2 PEOPLE PER BOOKING
