Private Tour: Vina Del Mar and Valparaiso Day Trip from Santiago

Santiago, Chile

Enjoy the services of your own personal guide on a private day trip exploring the coastal towns of Central Chile. Travel through wine country, stopping for a sample before arriving in the 'Garden City' of Vina del Mar. Visit the bohemian town of Valparaiso and the Pablo Neruda Museum before heading back to Santiago after a day of relaxed sightseeing.

Depart for the central coast traveling through the valleys of Curacavi and Casablanca. The latter is known for its recent success as a wine producing area and there is a stop to visit one of the vineyards and taste some Chilean wine.

Continue to the coast and visit the beach area of Renaca and the town of Vina del Mar, known as the Garden City for its pretty parks and flower lined streets. Visit the Gaming Casino and the coastal road.

In the afternoon continue to the picturesque port of Valparaiso built in the 16th-century on a total of 43 hills which are reached by narrow windy streets, staircases and a series of lifts (funiculars). This area has been declared by UNESCO as patrimony of humanity due to its eclectic architecture and urban development.

You may wish to visit the Pablo Neruda Museum which contains some of the poets collections, specifically related to the sea. The Museum is situated on one of the hills overlooking the bay offering fantastic sea views.

At the end of the day you have the choice to return to Santiago, or stay in Valparaiso for a little longer making your own way back to the city at your leisure.

USD $132.99

Review by: Morris B	January 2012
This tour was a highlight of our stay in Santiago. The driver and tour guide were very attentive to our interests and needs; they were flexible and responsive; and when we got stuck in slow moving traffic at Vina Del Mar, they did not expect us to pay any more for their longer day. The car was roomy and comfortable for the four of us.

Review by: Lawrence N	October 2011
The tour took us where they said they would go and they fulfilled their promise. But I thought it was somewhat mechanical, like doing the same tour for everyone. I pay for a private guide in order to have a tour that fits me, and this didn't. For instance I'm not interested in tasting wine, but I am interested in how it is made. We went to a wine shop for a tasting when what I was interested in was the machines and barrels in the back room that produced it. Again the tour wasn't bad, but it never made it past the tourist attractions.

Review by: Robert C	October 2011
In general a good tour, but if you want to see Valparaiso properly you'll need more time than this trip allows. Pablo Neruda house is very good, whether you have any interest in poetry or not.

Review by: LEE S	July 2011
Could not get into Valpariaso due to student riots..I believe guide knew before trip started and waited until 2:30 pm to tell...lots of wasted time to make us think we got our money's worth...Should have offered to take us the following day or given us some choice from the get go

Review by: Karen W	May 2011
We thoroughly enjoyed the trip to Valparaiso, the winery (surprise add on), and Vina Del Mar. The guide (Marcella) was very knowledgeable along with a safe and cordial driver. They accommodated our preferences and didn't shortcut any part of the tour. High recommended.

Review by: Pamela S	May 2011
Francisco and Carlos were wonderful- informative, polite and prompt. Although the weather was not the best, we had a thoroughly enjoyable time. Francisco kept the right balance between historical perspectives and just fun. Thanks again.

Review by: Jenset	February 2011
A super tour. Our guide Miriam was fantastic and her enthusiasm for everything on the itinerary did not wane throughout the whole day. I would highly recommend this tour.

Review by: Richard F	December 2010
Overall very cool trip. Since we were looking for things to do in Santiago, we wish we had added a couple of days to spend at the "V"s instead of just the one day tour. Ask for Paula from the tour group in Chile, she's great.

Review by: Jennifer T	November 2010
Entertaining and helpful guide.

Review by: Andrew L, United States of America	July 2010
Well planned out and a great way to experience some great things about Chile beyond Santiago in a short period of time. The tour guide was top notch and food was incredible!

Review by: Wilson A, United States of America	May 2010
The trip was amazing because of our tour guide provided by the third-party tour company Viator hires for the tour. Our tour guide was very considerate, informed and accommodating. I highly recommend you take this trip.

Review by: Ramona D, United States of America	February 2010
We had a very good time in the company of our guide and the driver. The guide was very knowledgeable and shared with us many stories. We enjoyed it very much!

Review by: Anonymous, Puerto Rico	December 2009
Guide and driver friendly and informed.

Review by: Diane F, Canada	December 2009
I felt we did not get our money's worth on the tour.

Review by: Janice C, United States of America	March 2009
This was a well paced tour en route to the cruise ship. Lunch was wonderful and the sights were worth seeing. Our guide was delightful.

Review by: JANICE C	March 2009
This was a well paced tour en route to the cruise ship. Lunch was wonderful and the sights were worth seeing. Our guide was delightful.

Review by: Anonymous, United States of America	February 2009
We enjoyed our private tour - the guide AND driver were both very interesting and helpful!