Tours and Trips in Chile

Poet and Nobel laureate, Pablo Neruda has a special place in Chilean national heritage. Get a deeper understanding of his life and legacy than would be possible from just reading by visiting his Santiago home, named "La Chascona" for his curly haired mistress Matilde Urrutia. As you stroll through the house, admiring Neruda's fascinating belongings, your multilingual audio guide fills in the details.

Explore Chile's lush Elqui Valley on a private shore excursion from your La Serena port of call. Set out for this stunning region where the bulk of Chilean pisco is produced, stopping first at Puclaro, an artificial reservoir offerings spectacular views of the area. Next tour a pisco factory, learn about the distillation process of this national spirit and enjoy a sampling or two before continuing on to Vicuña, the birthtown of poet Gabriela Mistral. Peruse the Gabriela Mistral museum, then enjoy lunch in Villaseca before returning to port.

Option 1: Panoramic Tour (walk through Valle Nevado, El Colorado and Farellones), change without additional cost. Includes: transportation to and from the hotel; driver and/or bilingual Spanish-English guide; visit to Valle Nevado, Farellones, El Colorado. Option2: Beginner Tour (walk through Valle Nevado and Farellones + 3 hours of skiing in La Parva) additional cost CLP $ 49,000 p/p. Includes: transportation to and from the hotel; driver and / or bilingual Spanish-English guide; visit to Valle Nevado, Farellones and La Parva; Ski or snowboard equipment, ticket for beginner slopes in La Parva.Option3: Ski day with lessons in La Parva additional cost CLP $ 49,000 p/p Includes: transportation to and from the hotel; group ski lessons, ski or snowboard equipment, ticket for beginner tracks. Option4: Ski day for skiers in the Colorado or in the Parva additional cost CLP $ 55,000 p / p. Includes: transportation to and from the hotel; ski or snowboard equipment, ticket for all tracks.

Explore Santiago, Viña Del Mar, Valparaíso, and the Casablanca wine region on this 2-day tour. Spend a half-day touring Chile's cosmopolitan capital city, with stops at the Equestrian Club, Santa Lucía Hill, La Moneda, and more. Visit Viña Del Mar, affectionately known as the "Garden City" for its extensive green areas. See the hilly streets and funicular elevators of Valparaíso and sample delicious wines at vineyards in the Casablanca Valley.

Soak up the sun, sand and sights of Chile's gorgeous Central Pacific Coast during this 4-hour exploration covering Viña del Mar, Reñaca and Concón. Enjoy the lush gardens and striking modern architecture of Viña del Mar before heading to Reñaca to enjoy its beautiful white-sand beaches and fascinating marine life. You'll finish the day in low-key Concón, a city known for its nearby nature preserve. A guide plus round-trip transport from select Valparaiso and Viña del Mar hotels is also included.

Escape the city to explore the picturesque vineyards and avocado plantations of the Casablanca Valley on this full-day tour from Santiago. First, saddle up for a scenic horseback ride around the Loma Larga Vineyard, then get a taste of Chilean wine with a tour of the winery and wine cellars. Finish your day with an expert-led wine tasting and a delicious lunch at Casas del Bosque Restaurant (optional).

Head to the ski slopes from Santiago without having to worry about public transport or navigating mountain roads in a rental car. Instead, pre-book this small-group transfer from your Santiago, Providencia, Las Condes or Vitacura hotel to Portillo Ski Center.

Taste the fine wines of Chile's Colchagua Valley straight from the source on a guided tour of the MontGras Winery. Follow the journey of grape from vine to bottle on a walk through the vineyards, gardens, and cellar while learning about the valley's climate and varietals. Finish with a tasting of super premium and reserve wines, expertly paired with appetizers to bring out the full flavor.

Embark on a two-hour sightseeing tour highlighting Puerto Montt's top sights and attractions. Visit the city's Town Hall and Plaza de Armas (a great spot for people-watching), and take in the incredible views above Reloncavi Sound. Your private tour includes all entry fees and round-trip transport to your hotel.

Savor the delicious wines and rich history of the Matetic Vineyard in Chile's Rosario Valley on this 7-hour excursion with a small group. Travel with no more than 8 guests as you learn about this winemaker's biodynamic and organic agricultural practices, tour the aging and tank rooms, and sample some of the Matetic's vintages in either the underground tasting room or an outdoor terrace.

Ride a bicycle past meandering vines at Cousiño Macul, considered the oldest family-owned vineyard in Chile. Located between the impressive Andes mountains and the residential neighborhoods of Santiago, the vineyard is conveniently situated near the metro railway. This 2-hour experience includes a leisurely guided bike ride, wine cellar walking tour and wine tasting with a knowledgeable local guide.

Soak up the scenery of Chile's Lake District on this 4-hour small-group tour to Osorno Volcano from Puerto Montt, including hotel pick-up. Enjoy a thrilling drive to the Osorno Ski Center, located at a height of 3937 feet (1,240 meters), and enjoy glorious panoramic views of Llanquihue Lake and Calbuco Volcano below. If that's not high enough, you can also opt to ride the chairlift (extra cost) to the Station Primavera or Station Glaciar.

Of his three houses around Chile that are open to the public, Pablo Neruda's Isla Negra home is perhaps the most fascinating. Perched on a rocky shore, the house is filled with the presence of the sea and a collection of the national poet's personal belongings, including ship figureheads. As you explore, the audio guide fills you in on the background of the house and poet.

Journey back to ancient times on this 4-hour tour of the Pukara de Quitor archaeological site, including hotel pick-up and round-trip transport from San Pedro de Atacama. Learn the fascinating history of the indigenous Atacama People, as you explore the once-mighty fortress of Pukara and visit Tulor village, the Atacama's first desert town, dating back over 2,800 years.