Top Santiago Historical Tours

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.

If you are visiting Santiago for the first time, or have only a short time in town, this small-group tour offers a well-planned introduction. Journey through the streets of the Chilean city, visiting such landmarks as Santa Lucia Hill and Bicentennial Park, while learning about its history, culture, and idiosyncrasies.

Explore Santiago’s most significant sights on a comprehensive private guided tour of the city. Visit legendary landmarks and impressive monuments in stylish transportation with a knowledgeable guide, discovering the bohemian neighborhood of Bellavista and the neoclassical splendor of Moneda Palace. Choose between a morning or afternoon tour and continue to explore the sparkling city independently after your tour concludes.

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.

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.

Head to the coast on this 8-hour private tour from Santiago to Valparaíso and Viña del Mar. In Valparaíso, a UNESCO World Heritage site, you'll explore historical sights before continuing to Viña del Mar to take in its charming atmosphere. Plus, visit Casablanca Valley for a wine tasting.

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.

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.

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.

Immerse yourself in the mountainous splendor of the Andes on an exhilarating full-day excursion to San Esteban Vineyard from Santiago. With a professional guide, travel through spectacular scenery to one of the most beautiful lagoons in the Andes Mountains; capture photographs of the water’s iridescent turquoise surface and listen to poignant legends of Incan royalty. Marvel at archaeological park located in a hill in the middle of San Esteban Vineyard in which you will explore walking trails and find its various petroglyphs which belong to the Aconcagua culture; ascend to the vertiginous altitude of Hotel Portillo ski resort; and absorb the verdant beauty of San Esteban vineyard before pleasuring your palate with wine samples.

Santiago de Chile is emerging as a key player helping to shape the world today. Learn to navigate this cosmopolitan capital wrapped in a colonial skin and discover its unique charm with help from a local guide. Enjoy an authentic Chilean lunch as part of this full-day tour of the city's highlights.

Get a taste of local life in the capital and learn more about Chile’s gastronomic heritage on this 3-hour bike tour of Santiago. Follow your guide on a 4-mile (6.5km) route, stopping to browse the stalls or sample local delicacies (own expense) at famous markets like the Central Seafood market, La Vega Central or Tirso Molina Market.

Skip the lines for taxis and save time with this private transfer from Santiago International Airport to your hotel in the district of Providencia, Las Condes, Vitacura, or Santiago Centro. Accompanied by only your own party and a driver, travel quickly in a comfortable air-conditioned minivan. Don't worry if you are arriving on a late flight, as the service is available 24 hours a day.

Experience Santiago with this small-group, guided, multi-stop, full-day tour that includes transportation in an air-conditioned vehicle between stops. Learn about the city’s origin story, the military coup of 1973, and modern-day life. Visit places like the Metropolitan Cathedral of Santiago, La Moneda, and Plaza de Armas. Wander in modern and bohemian neighbourhoods and stop at an equestrian club.

Visit the wineries and vineyards of the Casablanca Valley on a full-day, small-group wine tour from Santiago that includes tastings at two destinations. Explore the terroir of this certified ‘Denomination of Origin’ region, whose ocean-cooled climate produces fine white wines and pinot noir. This small-group tour is limited to 7 participants for a personalized experience, with pickup and drop-off at Santiago hotels.

Transfer to the center of Valparaíso passing through Curacaví and Casablanca Valley, Lo Vásquez Sanctuary and Peñuelas Forest Reserve. Walk through the financial, commercial and maritime sector towards the port. Lift in funicular to the joyful hill. Walk the Yugoslavian Promenade and its streets with colorful houses, art galleries and beautiful murals. Transfer to the house of the famous poet Pablo Neruda "La Sebastiana". Transfer to Viña del Mar through its coast and stop at Reloj de flores y Reñaca. Stroll along its wide beach. We are a company of young professionals in the field of tourism, all our guides are enthusiastic and eager to deliver their knowledge We have one of the best routes through the hills of Valparaíso, created by ourselves. Custom tours, according to the preferences of the passengers. Minimum 2 passengers

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.

Orient yourself around Santiago’s major attractions on a half-day guided sightseeing tour of the city in a comfortable minivan. Gain local insight into historical and modern sites alike on a small-group excursion to Santiago's must-see spots like Plaza de Armas, Santa Lucia Metropolitan Park, and La Moneda.

Get acquainted with the treasured landmarks of the Chilean capital on a 4-hour tour of Santiago by luxury coach. From your guide, you’ll receive an interesting introduction to Santiago as you visit landmarks such as Metropolitan Cathedral of Santiago, Cerro Santa Lucia and La Moneda palace. Absorb the bohemian charm of Bellavista neighborhood and opt to explore the city’s financial district, nicknamed ‘Sanhattan’, due to its plethora of skyscrapers. Hotel pickup and drop-off is included in this tour.

Enjoy a Chilean wine experience on this 4-hour tour from Santiago to Concha y Toro, one of the largest producers of wine from Latin America, known for wines such as Casillero del Diablo and Don Melchor. With a guide, you'll visit the old summer residence of the Concha y Toro family in Pirque to explore its gardens and enjoy a tasting of three varietals. Select a morning or afternoon departure time when booking.

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.

Enjoy a series of three wine tastings at Concha y Toro Winery, where you’ll explore historic gardens, the vineyards, and wine cellars. Since the wine tastings are held in significant locations throughout the winery, you’ll experience more than the wine itself—in between sips, discover the craft and tradition behind Concha y Toro wines in a scenic location.

Discover the beauties and secrets that Valparaíso and Viña del Mar hide in a 10-hour tour. These two sister cities are only 120 kilometers from the capital Santiago. Accompanied by a guide, you will enter the ancient streets and hills of what was the most important port of the South Pacific in the nineteenth century. Meet the picturesque funiculars of Valparaíso and other features that made it a World Heritage Site. Stroll through Viña del Mar and Reñaca its beautiful beaches. Enjoy the sea breeze of this wonderful area of Chile and taste its exquisite local cuisine with a small group of people.

Get a sobering look at the human rights abuses of Chile’s Pinochet Regime during this visit to Santiago’s ‘Museo de la Memoria y los Derechos Humanos’ and exploration of the nearby Barrio Yungay area. Explore one of Santiago’s oldest historic districts before visiting this unique museum examining the crimes committed by the military government from 1973 to 1990.