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A vibrant route where art, identity, and community take center stage. We begin in the historic Quinta Normal Park and briefly visit the Museum of Memory and Human Rights, learning its history as a valuable introduction to the context of much of Santiago's urban expression. Then, we delve into the streets of Yungay, transformed into open-air galleries. Striking murals tell stories; we'll meet the artists and learn about the local people. We'll explore emblematic cultural corners like the Adriana Cousiño Passage and the Lucrecia Valdés Passage, discovering historic facades bursting with color. We'll visit the neighborhood artists' gallery, meet some of the artists, and then continue with more murals and some hidden gems, such as the French Hair Salon (the second oldest in the world), and cool restaurants. With Roots & Routes, we believe in meaningful tourism and will recommend the best local art spaces, restaurants, and bars so you can continue exploring the creative heart of Santiago.

Avoid the rush of large tour groups and discover the beautiful street art and colorful hillsides of Valparaiso on this small-group tour from Santiago. Wander the hilly streets, only going downhill to avoid tiring out, and visit the fish market, the bohemian Cerro Alegre and colonial Cerro Concepcion neighborhoods, and more. Cap off your day with a stop at a small winery in the Casablanca Valley for a tour and a guided tasting.

Discover one of northern Chile’s most-important archaeological landscapes in the company of a guide who brings its ancient stories to life and explains the meanings behind the mysterious petroglyphs. This guided tour from La Serena takes your through the Valle del Encanto provides insights into the pre-Columbian Molle culture that you'd likely miss visiting on your own.

Visit the Cajón del Maipo area on this full-day tour from Santiago. Located southeast of the city, Cajón del Maipo is known for its massifs, hills, and rivers and is a great spot for nature lovers looking to explore some of Chile's great outdoors not too far from Santiago. You'll visit San Jose de Maipo to learn about the area's history, and then travel into the mountains and to a lake. A wine and picnic are provided.

Escape Santiago to enjoy the natural grandeur of the Andes during this day-long excursion to Cajón del Maipo with a small group. Enjoy views of gushing waterfalls, icy glaciers, and towering cliffs as you visit this scenic outdoor area. Cap it all off by savoring an included picnic featuring red wine and a snack made with locally-sourced ingredients.

Enjoy a 100% private tour with hotel pick-up, flexible timing, and a relaxed pace, with no other guests. In the Casablanca Valley, sample up to four distinctive wines, including a rare blue wine and a chocolate-inspired wine. Meet friendly alpacas and browse jewelry crafted from genuine Chilean lapis lazuli. Continue to Viña del Mar to see the iconic Floral Clock and an authentic Moai from Easter Island. In Valparaíso, enjoy a 30-minute boat ride across the bay before discovering this UNESCO World Heritage Site on a guided walking tour through colorful hills, vibrant street art, historic funiculars, and breathtaking viewpoints. Enjoy lunch overlooking the bay. On the way back, return to Casablanca for a guided visit to a premier sparkling wine winery, ending with a tasting of three exceptional sparkling wines. An elegant journey through Chile's finest wines, coastal landscapes, and cultural treasures.

For an eerie glimpse into the dark side of Punta Arenas, consider this history-focused ghost tour. Stops along the way include the Cerro de la Cruz monument, the Mirador de los Sonadores viewpoint, and the Teatro Municipal, where you'll learn about the area's bloody history and hear local ghost stories.

The Elqui Valley is the most valuable cultural and mountain destination in Chile, creator of the most emblematic cultural treasures of our country. Its illuminated atmosphere allowed the creation and development of various cultural practices that make it a dream destination for those seeking relaxation, inspiration, cosmic connection and advanced knowledge about Chile's cultural heritage. Its beautiful geography welcomed ancient indigenous peoples, churches and hacienda houses of the first conquerors surrounded by pyramidal mountains full of minerals, energy and a transparent atmosphere, propagated tropical, desert and Mediterranean crops and the oldest wine and pisco cellars in the country. You will discover the art of the Diaguitas, the legacy of the Incas, the origins of Chilean and Argentine wine, the advanced astronomical observatories and the places that inspired mystics and the first female Nobel Prize winner for literature in Latin America, Gabriela Mistral.

Come and learn at the Museum of Memory and Human Rights in Chile! The guided tour will be led by Héctor, a political analyst, who will provide you with an educational experience filled with reflection, additional information, and much more. The tour aims to offer a comprehensive and professional visit, incorporating factual data and historical evidence, as well as declassified archives and documents that will be shared after the tour, adding context to the museum's history. He will discuss aspects that may not be fully explored in the museum itself, providing a panoramic and pragmatic understanding of the impact that the years of dictatorship had, and continue to have, on Chilean society and institutions, and how they shaped certain cultural, social, and political attitudes in the country. This tour is ideal for travelers seeking a deeper understanding of local realities through history, as well as the coup, the intervention, and its implications.

Discover a piece of the Chilean wine industry on this 4-hour Santiago tour to Santa Rita Winery. With a guide, you can enjoy its garden, admire the natural beauty of the vineyard landscape, and learn about the winery's history, which dates back to 1880. Three tastings are included. Select a morning or afternoon departure time when booking.

Come join us explore Valparaiso just like a local! We will explore all the wonderful street art, walking between hills like Cerro Concepcion and Alegre, take the funicular to downtown Valparaiso, and try some local food in a restaurant with ocean view. City of art and poetry, every corner will mesmerize you.

Discover Chile’s rich winemaking tradition on the tour of the Cousiño Macul Vineyard and the Baha’i Temple. Starting in Providencia, Santiago, you will visit this iconic vineyard with more than a century of history, where you will learn about the winemaking process and enjoy a tasting of three of its best wines. Then, head to the top of Santiago Hill to explore the Bahai Temple, with its unique architecture and spiritual atmosphere. Discover two great traditions on a 4.5-hour tour culminating with breathtaking views of the Chilean capital. - 4.5 hour tour combining wine and culture in Santiago - Visit to the Cousiño Macul Vineyard and tasting of three wines Explore the Baha'i Temple and learn about Baha'i - Enjoy spectacular views of the mountain range and the city of Santiago

On this tour we spent the day walking the streets and slopes of Valparaíso, knowing the city from a different perspective, deepening in its history. We visit the Casa de Neruda La Sebastiana, Porto de Valparaíso, Cerro Alegre and Concepción, Ascensor El Peral, National Maritime Museum and the Fair and Mirante 21 May. Includes entrances to both museums and elevators (lifts). *The tour is held from Tuesday to Sunday.

Discover the captivating landscapes of Vallecito in the Atacama Desert, famous for its unique rock formations and connection to Star Wars. This half-day tour offers an immersive experience, starting with hotel pickup from San Pedro de Atacama. Enjoy scenic stops at the Likan-Antay Viewpoint and the striking Cordillera de la Sal, where you’ll see formations reminiscent of the World Cup trophy. Short walks through the desert reveal the enchanting ‘Red Riding Hood House’ and insights into mining history. Conclude with a refreshing drink and stunning sunset views over the desert mountains. - Half-day tour from San Pedro de Atacama (14:30 PM – 18:00/18:30 PM) - Includes transportation, guide (Spanish/English), cocktail, and snack - Explore unique landscapes and Star Wars filming locations - Recommended items: trekking shoes, sunscreen, and camera