Along the route from Santiago to the coast, thriving vineyards spread across the rolling hills in one of Chile’s most internationally acclaimed wine valleys. Complement a cultural tour of Valparaiso with a visit to one of the Casablanca Valley’s top wineries.
Wine tasting at Loma Larga Vineyards
Leaving the hotel in Santiago, we will drive approximately 90 minutes west toward the coast, passing through the lush agricultural valley of Curacaví and the renowned Casablanca Valley, world-famous for its commitment to terroir and for producing some of Chile’s best white wines and cool-climate reds.
As we make our way to the coast, we’ll stop for a tour and tasting at the beautiful Loma Larga vineyards. Named “Winery of the Year 2011” by Wine & Spirits magazine, Loma Larga continues to represent the best of the Casablanca Valley. Loma Larga sets the bar for quality cold-climate red wines with several award winners and consistent 90+ point ratings by such prestigious publications as Robert Parker’s Wine Advocate.
Next, we’ll arrive to Valparaíso, one of the first Chilean cities founded by the Spanish. Declared a UNESCO World Heritage site in 2003 for its architectural and cultural significance, the city is also one of Chile’s most interesting. We will start in the downtown sector, learning about the history of “Valpo” and its importance in South American trade and commerce. Century-old hillside ascensores (elevators) will transport us up into the city’s steep hills, where a labyrinthine maze of streets reveals brightly colored buildings, bohemian cafes and elegant restaurants, and spectacular views of the harbor below. Our tour will lead us on foot through two of the most famous and eclectic neighborhoods, Cerro Concepción and Cerro Alegre.
Our lunch in Valparaíso will be at one of the city’s top restaurants nestled in the hills.
After lunch, we will continue our tour in the resort city of Viña del Mar, also known as “the garden city” for its lush gardens and palm-lined boulevards. We’ll pass by the “Reloj de Flores” (flower clock) and the inviting beaches while learning about the colonial history of the city as well as its contemporary flair. In the afternoon, you’ll be transported back to Santiago or on to your next destination to continue your adventure.
Meals Included: Lunch
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The “garden” on Templeman Street in Valparaiso
This tour is available Monday thru Saturday, all year round.
Price per Person (US$): $327.00
*based on a minimum of 2 travelers
*Price valid through August 31st, 2015.
View to the bay from Cerro La Loma
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