Santiago to Mendoza

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.

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.

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.

Take a break from the capital on a wine safari tour, and gain an intimate glimpse of South American species while unwinding with locally produced wine. Spot marine life including Humboldt and Magellanic penguins on the Cachagua coast, explore an alpaca farm to gain insight into Chile’s wool industry, and visit an Aconcagua vineyard to experience traditional Chilean wine-making. Relax after a busy day with return transfer to your hotel included.

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.

Leave Santiago behind for a spectacular hiking tour through the Andes Mountains. Set out through Chile's Cajon del Maipo en route toward San Jose Volcano, a stratovolcano with a 2.5-mile wide caldera. Marvel at the surrounding mountain scenery dotted with glaciers and rivers as you walk, enjoying a leisurely pace while making your way to a secluded spot for lunch. Afterward, spend some relaxing time at a waterfall before completing your 2-hour round-trip trek.

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.

Go trekking in the Andes and wind down with a relaxing visit to Baños Colina Hot Springs. Depart from Santiago for a nearly 2-mile guided hike through spectacular Andean scenery, making your way through a lush canyon to view Chile's San Jose Volcano. Continue afterward to the natural mountain hot springs and soak in baths as warm as 122-degrees F (50°C). Spend several hours enjoying the various pools—and savoring a boxed lunch—before setting off on your return hike. This day trip includes round-trip hotel transport.

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.

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.

Gallop through Chile’s magnificent mountains on an exhilarating horse riding tour, designed for riders with little experience. Ride atop a strong and secure Criollo horse, renowned for their mild temperament, and inhale fragrant woodland air as you ride across gentle streams and rocky river beds with your experienced guide. At the end of your ride indulge in a picnic lunch of seasonal fruits, cheese, ham, and fresh bread paired with wine. Convenient round-trip transportation from your Santiago hotel is included in the tour.

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.

Embark on a thrilling 9-mile guided hike through Chile's spectacular El Morado Natural Monument National Park. Departing from Santiago, your adventure begins in the village of Baños Morales with a steep trek that flattens out as you go. Enjoy stunning natural scenery while making your way toward popular San Francisco Glacier and Morales Glacier pond. Savor a boxed lunch in the mountains, then set back out on your return trek. At the end of your day trip a vehicle will be waiting to whisk you back to your hotel.

Experience Chile’s beautiful Valle Nevado Ski Resort with this all-day pass for beginners. After a convenient hotel pickup, enjoy a 2-hour instruction session before strapping on complimentary boots and grabbing walking sticks, skis, or a snowboard. Then roam the Andean resort’s 39 slopes covering a sprawling 2,223 acres (900 hectares) of mountainside.

See a different side to Santiago as you glide around the city’s parks and green spaces on a 3-hour bike tour. Hop on your mountain bike and follow your guide around the beautiful Bicentennial Park, take in the views from San Cristobal Hill and pedal around the Bellavista district. Keep your camera to hand as you stop at landmarks like Plaza Italia, Parque de las Esculturas and La Casa Chascona along the way.

Prepare to get wet and wild on this thrilling white water rafting adventure from Santiago. Tackle Class III and IV rapids as you careen down the Cajon del Maipo (Maipo Ravine) against a backdrop of rugged peaks and crystalline waters, then tuck into a barbecue lunch (optional) by the waterfront. This adrenaline-fuelled 4-hour tour is suitable for all levels, including first-time rafters and includes hotel pick-up from Santiago. 

Pleasure your palate with the robust flavors of Chilean wines on a full-day wine-tasting tour of the Casablanca Valley from Santiago. Famed for its agricultural perfection, the splendid scenery and smooth wines of the Casablanca Valley are sure to impress during visits to local vineyards. Experience a guided tasting session of organic wines; sample award-winning wines at a renowned vineyard; and absorb panoramic views of Casablanca Valley. Hotel pickup and drop-off from your Santiago hotel is included.

Escape the city for a thrilling outdoor adventure on this full-day trekking tour from Santiago, including hotel pick-up and lunch. Set out on a scenic 4x4 drive through the Andes mountains; admire views of Cajón del Maipo (Maipo Ravine) and Arena Valley; then embark on a 2-hour trek through the El Morado Glacier. Finish with a revitalizing soak in the Baños Colina hot springs.

Indulge to a night of star gazing and relaxing at Colinas Hot Springs (Termas Colinas). This is an adventure tour experience that starts at 7PM to return at about 1AM. The Hot Springs are at the end of the G-25 route in San Jose del Maipo and we ride onboard a comfortable mini van through the mountains to arrive to this unique destination.

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.

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. In this tour you can enjoy an incomparable view, beautiful landscapes, Chilean fauna and also a small class of History and Geography of Chile. Our guides are flexible, empathetic, proactive and speak several languages, so we can easily communicate to deliver information and meet the needs and concerns of our travelers. We have a personalized service in a new, safe and comfortable van with a maximum capacity for 8 passengers, Merdeces Benz brand. We offer a free photography service, which we send by email after the tour.

Visit the Maipo Valley Wine Region with a certified sommelier on a full-day wine tasting tour from Santiago. You’ll stop at three or four wineries for tastings, sampling locally-produced bottles as you learn about Chile’s wine making heritage. Stroll through the vineyards and get a behind-the-scenes look at winemaking in the Maipo Valley, one of Chile’s most important wine regions. Group size is limited to seven people for personal service from the sommelier guide.

Add some extra fun to your tasting experience at the famous Concha y Toro Winery thanks to this 4-hour premium offering with higher-end wines and snacks. Tour the winery’s beautifully-manicured grounds, including its ‘Garden of Varieties’ and ‘Old Pirque’ Vineyard. Then enjoy a tasting of three vintages followed by four additional premium samples accompanied with cheese.

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.