Santiago, Maipo Canyon and Valparaíso

Name: Chile Tours : Santiago, Valparaíso and Maipo Canyon, Travel Vacation Package
Brand: Visitchile
SKU: CCT003
Rating: 4.5 (4 reviews)

Code: CCT003

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Duration: 4 days/3 nights
Excursions: Shared
Lodging: Optional
Starting point: Santiago Airport
Language: Spanish/English/Potuguese
Departure: Daily

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Description

Get to know the Central Coast, the Andes Mountains, Laguna del Yeso and the coast of Historic Valparaiso, with this 3-night program.

Price includes

Transfer airport / hotel / airport

3 night lodging in selected Santiago hotel with breakfast

Excursions

Box lunch in Cajón del Maipo

Price does not include

Services not mentioned in the package

Air tickets

Meals not mentioned in the program

Tips

Rates subject to confirmation on special dates (Meeting, Conferences, National Holidays, Christmas, New Year's Eve, etc.)

Itinerary

Reception at Santiago Airport and transfer to your hotel.

Santiago City Tour
In this tour we will visit the main points of the city of Santiago. The first stop will be at the Plaza de Armas with a short walk to the Palacio de La Moneda, in the historic center of the city. In addition to a panoramic tour of the neighborhoods Bellavista, Providencia, Las Condes and a beautiful stop at the Bicentennial Park.
Return to the hotel.

Overnight in Santiago.

OPERATION:
Departure every day. Except holidays 01/05, 18/09, 19/09, 25/12 and 01/01. Departure from the hotel approx. at 7:40 am with return at 12:00 pm, arrival at the hotel.

IMPORTANT:
(If you decide to stay at your hotel at the end of the City Tour, you must inform the guide at the beginning of the tour).

Buffet breakfast served at the hotel restaurant.

We leave Santiago directly to the town of San José de Maipo to learn about its history, local culture and its importance in the area. We will continue the trip along the Maipo River and its mountains and then stop at the Tinoco Tunnel, declared a National Historic Monument, becoming a point of interest due to local paranormal stories. Then, we continue towards the reservoir and stop at Refugio Las Cáscaras, an old settlement from the 60's, which was originally used as a camp for the workers who built the reservoir. From there, we will be able to see one of the most emblematic glaciers of the area among the high peaks. Finally we head to the reservoir to enjoy the incredible mountain scenery and a moment of peace in nature.
Duration of tour: 9 hours approximately.

Difficulty level: From 7 years old to 70 years old. Route with low or minimal slope. Health compatible with the activity is required.

Activity: Panoramic tour to the Embalse el Yeso, without hiking except during the winter season (May-October) due to winter conditions and presence of snow, you may have a 20 to 25 minute walk to reach the reservoir.

Box lunch included.

Breakfast served at the hotel restaurant, for later departure from the hotel.

Approximately at 7:20 am you will be picked up for today's tour.
A must see tour if you are in Santiago! First we will visit the city of
Valparaíso, declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO, with a walk through the Cerro Alegre where the Plaza Sotomayor and its important seaport are located. We will also visit the city of Viña del Mar with a stop at its famous Flower Clock. Free time for lunch and a stop at the beach to dip your feet in the Pacific Ocean.
Return to the hotel at 17:00 Hrs approximately.

OPERATION:
Departure every day. Except holidays 01/05, 18/09, 19/09, 08/12, 25/12 and 01/01.

IMPORTANT:
Lunch is not included in this tour.

Breakfast served at the hotel's restaurant.
At the agreed time, transfer to Santiago Airport.

Accommodations

Without accommodation

- : Sin alojamiento
or similar category, depending on availability.
Tourist

- Santiago: Diego de Almagro Providencia, Panamericana Hotel Providencia
or similar category, depending on availability.
Superior

- Santiago: Hotel Ismael, Cumbres Lastarria, Double Tree bu Hilton Kennedy, Novotel Santiago Las Condes
or similar category, depending on availability.

Important note: In the event that one of the hotels does not have availability, it will be exchanged for a hotel with similar characteristics.

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Faq

The best time to visit Santiago is during spring (September to November) and summer (December to March), when temperatures are pleasant (between 18°C and 30°C) and there are many outdoor activities, such as hiking, vineyard visits and city tours. Autumn (April to June) is also a good option for the beautiful colors of the landscapes and moderate temperatures, while winter (June to September) is ideal for those who wish to do snow sports in the Andes Mountains.

Yes, especially if you visit popular places or do popular activities, such as vineyard tours, hiking in the Andes Mountains, or excursions to the Cajón del Maipo hot springs. During high season (November to March), it is advisable to book in advance to ensure availability, as tours and activities can fill up quickly.

Santiago offers a wide variety of gastronomic options, from traditional dishes such as empanadas, curanto (a seafood and meat stew), asados, to international cuisine. In the surrounding area, especially in the wine valleys, you can taste dishes based on fresh seafood, ceviche, and grilled meat. Also, do not miss the wines of the region and the famous Chilean pisco. If you visit Cajón del Maipo, you can try homemade dishes in the local estancias.

First choose the date on the calendar on your right and tour options. Click on book and then fill in your personal and booking information. Once received we will process your reservation requesting payment by secure credit card and send you vouchers and final instructions.

Reviews

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Service

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Price-quality ratio

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Claudia Fernández

May, 2018

Todos los tours estuvieron muy bien, los guías fueron geniales, el transporte muy cómodo y bueno. La atención que nos brindó Hugo Passos fue excelente, quedamos muy contentas con el servicio nos logro armar unos planes a nuestra medida.

El hotel Eurohotel tiene muy buena atención y habitaciones cómodas y limpias, deberían adaptar un gimnasio así sea pequeño y mejorar el desayuno ese si no estuvo tan bueno.