Viña del Mar and Valparaiso Tour from Santiago
“Start the day visiting Casablanca (red river store), for coffee, to buy some wine or just to buy some crafts, then we will explore Valparaiso, a world heritage city, where we will tour the colorful Cerro Concepción and Cerro Alegre, famous for their murals, shops and panoramic views. We will make a panoramic visit to the Casa Museo La Sebastiana, the residence of Pablo Neruda, and the imposing National Congress of Chile. In addition, we will know one of the traditional elevators of the city, a symbol of the porteño transport. Then, we head to Viña del Mar, known as the Garden City, to admire its famous Flower Clock and enjoy some free time at Reñaca Beach, one of the most popular spas in the country. This tour offers a perfect combination of history, culture and coastal beauty."
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Viña del Mar and Valparaiso Tour from Santiago
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What's included in Viña del Mar and Valparaiso Tour from Santiago
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Flower Clock (Reloj de Flores)
We will make a stop at the emblematic Flower Clock, one of the most recognized icons of Viña del Mar. Located at the foot of Cerro Castillo, facing the coastal edge, this watch was inaugurated in 1962 on the occasion of the World Cup held in Chile, and has since become an unmissable postcard of the city. Its mechanism is fully functional and surrounded by a colorful garden that is periodically renovated, offering unique visual appeal to visitors.
Valparaiso
Valparaiso, declared a World Heritage Site, with a panoramic visit to the Chilean National Congress. We will continue with a panoramic visit to the emblematic Casa Museo La Sebastiana, by the poet Pablo Neruda. Then, we will visit the Plaza de los Poets, a space dedicated to Chilean culture and literary figures. Our tour will continue through the Concepción and Alegre hills, historic and colorful sectors that reflect the bohemian and artistic essence of Valparaiso. During this walk, which will last approximately one hour and thirty minutes, we will explore its picturesque streets, viewpoints and murals. In addition, we will visit one of the city’s traditional elevators, icons of porteño transport, and visit the historic Plaza Sotomayor, civic heart of Valparaiso. Throughout the tour, the guide will tell the fascinating history of this port city, highlighting its cultural, heritage and relevance in the development of Chile.
Vina del Mar
On our tour, we will visit the beautiful city of Viña del Mar, known as the "Garden City". During our visit, we will stop at its iconic Flower Clock, one of the main symbols of the city, and also appreciate the original moai of the Fonck Museum, a valuable sample of Rapa Nui heritage. In addition, we will take a panoramic tour of some of the most representative castles of Viña del Mar, such as Castle Wulff and Castle of the Sea, among others. We will also have the opportunity to enjoy its varied gastronomic offer and some free time to appreciate its beaches and coastal charms.
Inclusions
- Transport with passenger insurance, professional driver and air conditioning included
- guided tour
- The tour does not include any meals during the tour
- breakfast
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Pickup and Dropoff
You can choose to be picked up from a list of locations, or alternatively, have the choice to make your own way to the meeting points
Please arrive at the pick up point 60 minutes before departure time.
Additional Information
Please note that the maximum waiting time at the pick-up point is 5 minutes. We collect from the hotels mentioned in the reservation and from apartments near the main avenues: Avenida Alameda Bernardo O'Higgins Providencia Avenue Avenida Las Condes Avenida Apoquindo The exact pick-up time will be confirmed the afternoon before the tour. If your hotel or apartment is off the pickup route, we can coordinate a nearby meeting point for your convenience. For any questions, please feel free to contact us.
Meeting / End Points
- If your hotel or apartment is off the pickup route, the main meeting point will be at the Los Héroes metro station, outside the Errázuriz Palace. We can also coordinate another meeting point at a hotel or location near Metro Line 1, for your convenience.
