July 12, 2015
Category: Central Chile
Chilean Central Valley lies between the Coastal range (“Cordillera de la Costa”) and the Andes Mountains. To the north is the semi-desert region known as El Norte Chico, (the “little north”). To the south lies the cooler and wetter Valdivian temperate rain forests ecoregion, in Los Lagos Region, the gate of Patagonia. The Central valley is a fertile region and the agricultural heartland of Chile. The capital of Chile, Santiago and it main port, Valparaiso are located in Central Chile.
ACTIVITY LEVELS are rated using a scale of 1 through 5, with 1 being the easiest or least physically demanding and 5 being the most difficult or physically demanding.
1 (Easy), 2 (Easy – Med.), 3 (Medium), 4 (Med. – High), 5 (High)
June 13, 2015
Casablanca Wine Valley Tour
REGION: Central Chile ACTIVITY LEVEL: 1 (Easy) SUMMARY: Visit one or more wineries in Casablanca Valley for a complete tour and tasting of several excellent wines. This tour can be taken from Valparaiso or Santiago---from hotel or pier.
June 13, 2015
Viña Undurraga — Vineyard and Winery Tour
REGION: Central Chile ACTIVITY LEVEL: 1 (Easy) SUMMARY: This classic guided tour of the winery includes a complete visit of the estate: the park, the Aliwen corner (showing Mapuche culture), vineyards, soil analysis test pit, vinification plant, entertainment garden, and underground cellars. We end the visit with a tasting of three Reserva wines before returning to your hotel. DURATION: 5 hrs.
August 19, 2014
Santiago City Tour — Undurraga Winery
REGION: Central Chile ACTIVITY LEVEL: 1 (Easy) SUMMARY: This tour combines the Santiago City Tour and the Viña Undurraga Vineyard & Winery Tour. DURATION: 6-8 hrs.
June 23, 2013
Concha y Toro — Cousino Macul Wineries Tour
REGION: Central Chile ACTIVITY LEVEL: 1 (Easy) SUMMARY: Tour Cousiño Macul Winery and Concha y Toro Winery and Vineyard, including the extensive grounds. These are two of the oldest and most widely know wineries in Chile. Enjoy tasting a variety of wines at each, while learning about the winemaking process and investigating a local legend. DURATION: 7-8 hrs.
June 23, 2013
Santa Rita Vineyard Tour — Maipo Valley
REGION: Central Chile ACTIVITY LEVEL: 1 (Easy) SUMMARY: Tour Santa Rita vineyard and winery located south of Santiago. It includes a tour through the vineyards and winery and follows the process all the way to bottling. Also includes wine tasting of their aged wines. Visit their attractive wine shop or, by prior arrangement, have lunch in the historical Doña Paula Restaurant. DURATION: 5 hrs.
June 17, 2013
Santiago City Walk Tour
REGION: Central Chile ACTIVITY LEVEL: 1-2 (Easy +) SUMMARY: Enjoy a stroll through the historic center of the city, visiting the Plaza de Armas and the significant buildings adjacent to the square. Also, visit the Central Market, the bohemian Barrio Bellavista district, the top of San Cristóbal Hill, the modern residential areas of the city, and a shop for lapis lazuli. DURATION: 4—5 hrs.
June 15, 2013
Santiago City Tour — Markets and Los Dominicos Village
REGION: Central Chile ACTIVITY LEVEL: 1-2 (Easy +) SUMMARY: Markets! Markets! Markets! We visit La Vega, the Central Market, the historic city center, bohemian Barrio Bellavista district, and San Cristóbal Hill, before our stopping at Los Dominicos. This village is home to more than 150 artisans, representing the best and most complete showing of Chilean handicrafts. DURATION: 6—8 hrs.
June 14, 2013
Santiago, Viña, Valparaiso or San Antonio —- Embarkation Day
REGION: Central Chile ACTIVITY LEVEL: 1 (Easy) SUMMARY: Before departing from Santiago, visit the historical city center to see the Presidential Palace and other significant sights. Continue to Viña del Mar, passing through the beach resort of Reñaca. In Viña del Mar see the flower clock and other points of interest. Then, visit Valparaiso, with its picturesque hills, before being dropped off at your cruise ship pier or other location. DURATION: 10 - 12 hrs.
June 14, 2013