Chile

Highlights

Highlights

• Climb the hills in the "jewel of the Pacific," while admiring picturesque architecture and funky street art.
• Ride century-old hillside funiculars and explore the historical port of Valparaíso.
• Enjoy a visit to poet Pablo Neruda's La Sebastiana house.
• Wander the streets of  Viña del Mar and snap memorable photos of the famous flower clock and amphitheater.

Included

Included

• Pick-up/drop-off at your hotel in Santiago.
• Private transportation as indicated in the itinerary.
• Bilingual guide.
• Ticket to Pablo Neruda’s museum "La Sebastiana".

Not included

• Lunch at a local restaurant.
• Insurance.
• Voluntary tipping to the guide(s).
• Any items purchased.

Facts

Departures

Private departures are available every day on request from January to Decemeber. If the tour departs on Mondays or Tuesdays there will be a slight change in the itinerary as Pablo Neruda’s house-museum is closed those days.

Starting / finishing point

The trip starts at your hotel in Santiago at 9 AM and finishes back at your hotel at approximately 6 PM.

Physical demands

This trip requires travelers to be able to walk on city streets for a couple of hours. Some streets are steep, but we will walk at a relaxed pace with as many stops as necessary.

Transport

We use comfortable cars or minivans that normally seat 8 to 14 people.

Weather

Valparaíso has a long, dry summer season between October and April, and cold rainy winters between June and August. In winter, the average temperature is 11.4ºC (52F). In summer, the average temperature is about 17ºC (62ºF). The temperature on the coast is lower in summer than in Santiago, but warmer in winter.

What you need to bring

You need to bring your personal belongings and a good camera!