Top Santiago Day Trips

Escape Santiago to enjoy the natural grandeur of the Andes during this day-long excursion to Cajón del Maipo with a small group. Enjoy views of gushing waterfalls, icy glaciers, and towering cliffs as you visit this scenic outdoor area. Cap it all off by savoring an included picnic featuring red wine and a snack made with locally-sourced ingredients.

Escape the city for scenic sojourn in the Andes on this full-day tour from Santiago. Journey through the dramatic landscapes of the Cajon del Maipo canyon; stop in the Andean town of San Jose de Maipo; then hike along the Maipo River to the beautiful Embalse el Yeso lagoon. Afterwards, enjoy a delicious picnic before heading back to the city.

Visit the Cajón del Maipo area on this full-day tour from Santiago. Located southeast of the city, Cajón del Maipo is known for its massifs, hills, and rivers and is a great spot for nature lovers looking to explore some of Chile's great outdoors not too far from Santiago. You'll visit San Jose de Maipo to learn about the area's history, and then travel into the mountains and to a lake. A wine and picnic are provided.

Revel in the vibrant color and culture of Valparaiso Port and Viña del Mar on a full-day tour of the coastal cities from Santiago. Travel through Chile’s spectacular countryside, stopping in the picturesque Casablanca Valley to taste Chilean wine, and then arrive in the verdant city of Viña del Mar. Admire the gorgeous beach and revitalize with a delicious seaside lunch (at your own expense), and then take a tour of Valparaiso’s kaleidoscopic sprawl of houses and hills. Capture photographs of street art and hear of the city’s interesting history before returning to Santiago by luxury coach.

Discover the dazzling sights and architecture of Chile’s most colorful coastal towns on a relaxed, full-day tour from Santiago. Venture through the verdant vineyards of a region hailed as ‘wine country’ before arriving at the beautiful town of Vina del Mar. Gain insight into the area's history and view impressive historical monuments, then appreciate the bohemian beauty of Valparaiso. Take a tour of the town’s top sites and visit the Pablo Neruda Museum before returning to Santiago.

Join us in this unique beautiful 8hrs experience of Cajon del Maipo, a true nature spot located 50kms outside the city of Santiago. The breathtaking scenery of the Maipo Valley and the Andes mountain together in a tour that includes comfortable round transportation. We will visit the historical town of San Jose del Maipo and the very best attraction of the area: El Embalse del Yeso. In addition to all of the points of interest in the comuna del Maipo. Picnic with a panoramic view and bilingual guide are also included in the price.

Escape the city for a scenic sojourn in the Andes Mountains on this full-day tour from Santiago, including hotel pick-up. Journey to the ski resort of Portillo, learn the history of Chile’s independence as you visit the Chacabuco Monument, and admire views of Mount Aconcagua and Rio Blanco. After lunch (own expense), experience the beauty of the glittering Inca Lagoon, framed by the snow-capped peaks of the Andes.

Make the most of your limited time in Chile with a full-day private excursion from Santiago to several Pacific coastline destinations, visiting small villages and coves, and on a good day even spot some penguins on Cachagua Island from the shore or take an optional boat ride for close-up viewing. Gain insight on local agriculture from your multilingual guide as you explore an Alpaca Farm in the Chilean countryside, where you can learn everything about these beautiful animals of the Andes from their breeding to the alpaca wool production process.

Because you will be accompanied by the most fun and attentive tourism team. Also, we have a close relationship with the people who work at Termas Valle de Colina so we have a very rich experience organized. Our focus is mainly patrimonial tourism, there is so much to know about this destination, it’s surrounded with an amazing, diverse and unique vegetation and also with important history facts. We know the routes in Cajon del Maipo like the palm of our hand. And above all, because your vacation is our work, and we love to work.

Depart Santiago for a day trip to Embalse El Yeso, a stunning mountain reservoir tucked within the Andes. Begin with a scenic drive and visit to the town of San Jose de Maipo. Then continue onto Embalse El Yeso, the perfect spot for savoring the beauty of Cajon de Maipo and its ample lagoons and glaciers. Have your camera at the ready as you marvel at these breathtaking sights.

Visit the Cajón del Maipo, El Yeso Dam, and mountain hot springs on a full-day tour from Santiago into a dramatic gorge flanked by high peaks. With a picnic lunch and wine served by a gorgeous alpine lake, this tour is a relaxing alternative to more strenuous mountain tours, and all transport is in the comfort of a climate controlled minivan.

This private Vina del Mar and Valparaiso tour from Santiago lets you personalize your sightseeing in one of Chile's most scenic regions without having to arrange any logistics yourself. With your driver-guide, admire Pacific views, pass the Concon dunes, spot Renaca’s sea lions, and see Vina del Mar’s landmarks. Then, enjoy an optional harbor boat trip, funicular ride, and stroll around UNESCO-listed Valparaiso to discover its colorful architecture and viewpoints.

Discover the colourful port city of Valparaiso and the garden city of Viña del Mar on this full-day tour of Chile’s Pacific Coast gems, including hotel pick-up and round-trip transport from Santiago. Explore the UNESCO-listed historic quarter of Valparaiso, admire the views from the hilltop elevator (your expense) and opt to visit the house museum of Nobel Prize winner Pablo Neruda. Then, marvel over the landmark flower clock and cool off at the beaches of Viña del Mar.

Explore the Chilean coastal cities of Viña del Mar and Valparaiso during this full-day bus-based sightseeing trip from Santiago. Get a look at Viña del Mar sights like flower clock and Playa de los Cañones beach, then explore the UNESCO World Heritage city of Valparaiso, including Sotomayor Square and the Cerro Alegre area.

Explore the landmarks, resorts, and culture of Chile’s central coast on a full-day, small-group tour from Santiago to Isla Negra, San Alfonso del Mar, and Pomaire. Follow in the footsteps of poet Pablo Neruda, take in a glamorous seaside resort, and visit a small community that’s famed for its distinctive pottery. This full-day tour includes pickup and drop-off in centrally-located Santiago hotels, and is limited to eight participants for a small-group, personalized experience.

Experience the colorful coastal culture of Isla Negra on an enriching full-day tour from Santiago. Gain fascinating insight into the life and work of prominent Chilean poet Pablo Neruda by visiting his former home; peruse arresting artifacts that immortalize his works then venture to the traditional town of Pomaire to witness demonstrations of clay pottering making. Convenient round-trip hotel transportation is included on this tour.

With so many worthy day trip destinations outside Santiago, it can be daunting to pick just one. With this full-day tour you don’t have to. Visit two coastal cities, UNESCO-listed Valparaiso and Viña del Mar with plenty of time for wine tasting in Casablanca Valley and sea lion spotting along Reñaca Beach.

A country with a very special geography invites us to visit Valparaiso and viña del mar which will bring us closer to history 120 kilometers from the capital, passing through valleys which give us a vision of central Chile so your guide stop for your wine tasting , when we reach the coast we can see the real meaning of the port city of Valparaiso, the first foot of the history of Chile a whole landscape like a rainbow is a perception of something that calls the popular and traditional inmercion and then viña del mar that is a very different and very beautiful city, which reminds us of its first social group aristocracy that I inhabit the garden city as they call it now a great contrast between both cities exploring history and the miscelanio of the city  of viña del mar as a citizen.

If you come to Chile, you cannot miss these beautiful cities. Valparaíso stands out for its history, culture, architecture and heritage. On the other hand Viña del Mar, stands out for its beauty and youth, for this reason it is known as the "Garden City". Discover Santiago stands out for the quality of its service, punctuality, kindness and willingness of the guides, creating a pleasant and friendly atmosphere with all who accompany us.

Discover Santiago stands out for the quality of its service, punctuality, kindness and good disposition of the guides, generating a pleasant and friendly atmosphere with all those who accompany us. On this tour you can enjoy an incomparable view, beautiful landscapes, Chilean fauna and also a small class on History and Geography of Chile. Our guides are flexible, empathetic, pro-active and speak several languages, so we can communicate easily to deliver information and meet the needs and concerns of our travelers. * IMPORTANT * The amount of the tour corresponds to 10% of the value of the service. The remaining value must be paid the same day of the tour by credit, debit or cash card.

Leave the city behind on this day trip through Chile’s Casablanca Valley wine region and onward to the coast from Santiago. Explore the towns of Valparaíso and Viña del Mar in the comfort of a private vehicle, gleaning insider information from your guide along the way.

Journey to the heart of the Andes Mountains on this full-day tour from Santiago, including hotel pick-up. Enjoy an endless panorama of snow-capped peaks, rugged plains, and glittering lakes as you wind your way up the hair-raising mountain roads. Keep your camera to hand as you climb to a height of over 3,000 meters (9,842 feet), stopping to take in the views at the ski centers of Farellones, El Colorado and Valle Nevado.

Catch the last of the daylight and w atch the stars above the Andes Mountains on an early-evening tour from Santiago to a private observatory, hosted by an experienced astronomer. Chile offers some of the finest stargazing in the world and this unique location is one of the only places to observe stars in broad daylight. For your convenience, this evening of stargazing includes pickup and drop-off at hotels in selected areas of Santiago.

Travel to the countryside outside of Santiago on this 9-hour tour of San Esteban Vineyard and Inca Lagoon. Gain insight into Chilean landscape and culture with the help of a guide, and travel through wine country and into the Andes in the comfort of a private vehicle.

Experience Chilean village life on this full-day tour of Pomaire and Isla Negra from Santiago. Visit the former home of Nobel Prize-winning poet Pablo Neruda in Isla Negra, and shop for unique handicrafts and souvenirs as you explore the famous crafts village of Pomaire. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included.

Explore the snow-capped peaks and exhilarating elevations of Portillo, one of Chile’s most popular ski resorts, on a full-day tour from Santiago. Appreciate the beauty of spectacular Andean scenery; discover the captivating culture and history of the region with an insightful guide; and explore the surrounds of the shimmering Inca Lake. Convenient hotel pickup and drop-up is included in this tour.

Plunge into steaming thermal springs and admire spectacular views of snow-capped Andean peaks on a private tour to El Cajon de Maipo from Santiago. Accompanied by a knowledgeable guide, explore the breathtaking beauty of the Andes mountains on a moderate multi-hour hike; marvel at the jagged spires of a colossal glacier; and sooth aching muscles in the wonderfully warm waters of a thermal spring. Convenient round-trip transportation is included from Santiago.

Head out into the beautiful Andes Mountains for a day of adventure on this tour. Make your way to the Inca Lagoon and stop at Portillo (the oldest ski resort on the continent). Then, stop for a wine-tasting experience at Viña San Esteban and sip on delicious Chilean wine in the shadow of the Andes.

Get to know the Chilean coast in all its splendor in what is probably one of the most complete outings: wine, countryside, world heritage, typical cuisine and Chilean sea. After going through the beautiful valley of Curacavi, we arrive at the young, but world-known Casablanca Valley, where the prestigious Bodegas Re winery, a family business of renowned winemarker Pablo Morande, welcomes us with a tasting of its best wines...we guarantee you will want to take home some of their spectacular and very celebrated wines. We will then head to Viña del Mar, known as the "garden city" for its beautiful parks and fully-flowered streets. Shortly after, we'll continue our journey to the Port of Valparaiso, where you will live the city as it should: hoping on its centenary elevators, walking through its narrow streets and its almost organic stairs that follow the geography of this natural amphitheater. Declared a World Heritage site by UNESCO, Valparaiso hides the best cultural and gastronomic treasures, and to which you can enjoy them first and in your own pace. Trust our specialized guides that will take you to Valparaiso, Viña del Mar and Casablanca Experience.

Cousiño MaculCreate the ultimate Chilean wine experience thanks to this 8-hour excursion featuring your choice of stops at two or three wineries and a 4-course lunch upgrade option. Choose between visits to Concha y Toro, Santa Rita, Aquitania, and Cousiño Macul Wineries, enjoying tours and tastings at each venue.

See some of Chile's most beautiful scenery with this full-day tour from Santiago. You'll start your day off at Portillo for a visit to the aquamarine Laguna del Inca, a beautiful lagoon at the base of the Andes. From here you'll continue to Punte del Inca, a natural bridge spanning 48 meters over a river. Your last stop will be in the Aconcagua Provincial Park where you'll have time to do a bit of trekking before your return to Santiago.

Soak up the massive city of Santiago with this private multi-stop driving tour that includes visits to historical sites and El Pueblito de Los Dominicos Artisan Village. In the city center, see the historic landmarks and then venture into the varied neighborhoods beyond the downtown. Take in panoramic views of the urban and mountain landscape as you travel by cable car up to the top of San Cristobal Hill.

Discover the highlights of Chile’s central Pacific coast at your own pace on this private full-day tour from Santiago. Visit the birthplace of Chilean poet Pablo Neruda in Isla Negra; stop at coastal resorts such as El Tabo, Algarrobo, and Canelo; and shop for traditional handicrafts in Pomaire.

Swap city skyscrapers for scenic countryside on this full-day retreat to the Andes from Santiago. Journey through the dramatic landscapes of the Maipo valley, then embark on a 3 km walk along the Maipo River to reach the beautiful El Yeso Dam. After working up an appetite, tuck into a delicious picnic lunch by the waterfront before heading back to the capital.

Live a local experience in Valparaiso in our full day tour from Santiago! Our tours are informative, personalized and fun. We focus mainly on Chilean culture, history, food and wine. You can learn all about Chile during our tours and have an unforgettable day. Highlights: • Travel to a unique vineyard in Casablanca Valley meanwhile you learn about Chilean culture • Have a glass of delicious local wine in the vineyard contemplating marvelous landscapes • Explore Valparaiso Seaport, Sotomayor Plaza, the oldest area of Valparaiso, National Congress and streets full of art • Eat typical Chilean food at a local restaurant in Valparaiso (Included) • Take a historical funicular up to one of the most beautiful hills • Discover different boulevards, art galleries and craft markets in Cerro Alegre and Cerro Concepcion (Easy walking)

Take in the colourful sights while in port during this full-day, guided tour that includes free time in Vina del Mar. Wander among the brightly colored houses in Valparaiso and see the murals and street art on display here. Ride by funicular to sea level to wander in Vina del Mar where sealions play on the beach before a wine tasting in the Casablanca Valley.

Combine two great Chilean attractions into one on this private full-day trip to charming Valparaiso and a local vineyard. Head to the Casablanca Valley where you enjoy included wine tastings as you learn about Chile’s wine industry. Then explore sights like ‘La Sebastiana’ house in the UNESCO World Heritage-listed town of Valparaiso.