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This half-day tour is available in both morning and afternoon schedules. We begin at the Bahá'í Temple of South America, a serene architectural masterpiece completed in 2016. Its nine translucent wings of glass and marble seem to shift with the light, inviting reflection and openness. Set in the foothills of the Andes, the temple offers panoramic views of Santiago and a peaceful space to learn about the Bahá'í faith, centered on unity and the dignity of all people. Next, we’ll visit a lapis lazuli workshop, where you’ll see how artisans transform this rare blue stone—found only in Chile and Afghanistan—into elegant jewelry and decorative pieces. You’ll also enjoy a refreshing sample of pisco sour, on the house, and browse items crafted from Chilean copper and other local materials—perfect for finding a unique souvenir. To end the tour, choose to return to your hotel or stay to explore Patio Bellavista, a lively area full of restaurants and culture.

Located in the heart of Santiago, the Chilean Museum of Pre-Columbian Art is dedicated to the study and display of pre-Columbian artworks and artifacts from Central and South America. Guarantee your entry to the museum by pre-booking your pre-admission ticket and enjoy an extensive collection of art, including textiles and masks, from ancient cultures, such as the Incas and Diaguitas.

Explore the heart of Santiago on this small-group walking tour through its historic landmarks and hidden gems. Visit iconic sites like La Moneda Palace, Plaza de Armas, and the Metropolitan Cathedral. Stroll down charming streets like New York Street and pass by Casa Colorada as your guide shares fascinating stories of Santiago’s colonial roots and the city’s transformation over the centuries. Along the way, admire neoclassical architecture, lively plazas, and the everyday rhythms of local life. Enjoy local anecdotes, cultural insights, and photo stops that bring the city’s past and present together. The tour ends with panoramic views from Santa Lucía Hill — a scenic and symbolic spot where Santiago was founded. This 3-hour guided experience offers a rich and unforgettable look at the layers of history and culture that define Chile’s capital — ideal for curious travelers, history lovers, and first-time visitors alike.

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.

Revel in the vibrant color and culture of Valparaiso Port and Viña del Mar on a full-day tour of the coastal cities from Santiago. Travel through Chile’s spectacular countryside, stopping in the picturesque Casablanca Valley to taste Chilean wine, and then arrive in the verdant city of Viña del Mar. Admire the gorgeous beach and revitalize with a delicious seaside lunch (at your own expense), and then take a tour of Valparaiso’s kaleidoscopic sprawl of houses and hills. Capture photographs of street art and hear of the city’s interesting history before returning to Santiago by luxury coach.

Explore Santiago on a private vehicle tour that introduces you to some of the city's main sights. Pass by a variety of landmarks, see colonial architecture, and visit Mercado Central. When booking, you have the option to select a morning or afternoon departure time, plus choose to visit either Santa Lucia Hill (Cerro Santa Lucia), San Cristobal Hill (Cerro San Cristobal), or both.

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.

Explore the landmarks, resorts, and culture of Chile’s central coast on a full-day, small-group tour from Santiago to Isla Negra, San Alfonso del Mar, and Pomaire. Follow in the footsteps of poet Pablo Neruda, take in a glamorous seaside resort, and visit a small community that’s famed for its distinctive pottery. This full-day tour includes pickup and drop-off in centrally-located Santiago hotels, and is limited to eight participants for a small-group, personalized experience.

Skip the lines for taxis and save time with this private transfer from Santiago International Airport to your hotel in the district of Providencia, Las Condes, Vitacura, or Santiago Centro. Accompanied by only your own party and a driver, travel quickly in a comfortable air-conditioned minivan. Don't worry if you are arriving on a late flight, as the service is available 24 hours a day.

Meet 2 architectural icons of Chile with a surprising history! Enjoy an incredible experience at the foot of the Andes Mountains, visiting the Baháʼí House of Adoration, the first located in South America, where you can admire its architecture and have one of the best views of the city. Then you will meet the Cousiño Macul Vineyard, a winery founded in 1856, among the oldest in the Maipo Valley, which has been immersed in urban Santiago, where the sixth generation of the family is in charge and will make you feel at home. Its French style will surprise you, with stone bases and brick vaults that were glued with sand (a mixture of lime, sand and egg white). Here you can learn more about Chilean wine and taste its production.

Discover the highlights of Chile’s central Pacific coast at your own pace on this private full-day tour from Santiago. Visit the birthplace of Chilean poet Pablo Neruda in Isla Negra; stop at coastal resorts such as El Tabo, Algarrobo, and Canelo; and shop for traditional handicrafts in Pomaire.

Discover the vibrant contrasts of Chile's central coast on this private full-day tour from Santiago. Explore the artistic port city of Valparaíso—home to colorful murals, funiculars, and Pablo Neruda’s house, La Sebastiana. Then visit the elegant coastal town of Viña del Mar, known for its beaches, gardens, and iconic Flower Clock. Along the way, enjoy a stop at a boutique vineyard for a wine tasting. This exclusive tour includes hotel pickup and drop-off, making it a seamless and comfortable experience tailored just for your group.

If you come to Chile, you cannot miss these beautiful cities. Valparaíso stands out for its history, culture, architecture and heritage. On the other hand Viña del Mar, stands out for its beauty and youth, for this reason it is known as the "Garden City". Discover Santiago stands out for the quality of its service, punctuality, kindness and willingness of the guides, creating a pleasant and friendly atmosphere with all who accompany us.

Discover a hidden paradise just a short distance from Santiago on this day trip to Maipo Valley. Visit three wineries, including small and family-style producers that offer a more personal and authentic atmosphere. Enjoy a guided tour and wine tasting at the first two wineries, where you will learn about the valley, its traditions, and Chilean winemaking from local hosts. At the third winery, have lunch with a glass of wine included. Guided by locals and surrounded by the warm mood of the Chilean countryside, this tour makes it easy to discover the main highlights of Maipo Valley without traveling far from Santiago.

We will visit two of the most beautiful neighborhoods in Santiago. We will start with the normal Parque Quinta to continue with the most colorful and artistic neighborhood in the city, "El Barrio Yungay" which appears on the list of the coolest neighborhoods in the world. Its history will transport us in time through its architecture from the 20s and to that are added all the GRAFFITIS and street art that stands out in the neighborhood. We will continue discovering the Barrio Brasil which, with its very bohemian essence, allows us to have a wide variety of Bars and Restaurants close to the end point of the tour: the Concha y Toro Neighborhood, another architectural work of art in the sector.

Venture away from the busy city of Santiago and explore the wines of the Maipo Valley on a small-group tour. Traverse the valley in a small bus, with a maximum of 18 travelers, to eat and drink at a handful of wine cellars in the region. This is an ideal way to learn more about the famous Chilean wine without the hassle of navigating public transport or driving.

This private cultural experience combines three of Santiago’s most important museums with a traditional lunch at the Central Market. Explore the Museum of Memory and Human Rights to learn about Chile’s recent history, discover ancient civilizations at the Pre-Columbian Art Museum, and visit La Chascona, Pablo Neruda’s house museum. With expert guidance, you’ll gain a deep perspective on Chile’s past and culture, before enjoying the flavors and aromas of authentic Chilean cuisine.

Our personalized city tour of Santiago, you will discover the cultural, historical and natural richness of this fascinating city for 4 hours. Tell us if you need extra hours for lunch, we can recommend interesting places to know the local cuisine, or even know a vineyard and taste its wines. The tour begins in the historic heart of the city, where we will visit the main tourist attractions such as: Palacio de la Moneda, Plaza de Armas, La Catedral, Mercado Central, Mapocho Station, Cerro Santa Lucia and the charming neighborhood Lastarria. You can’t miss the bohemian Bellavista neighborhood, known for its colorful streets, street art mural and a wide variety of restaurants and bars. Here you will find the famous Cerro San Cristobal, the highest point of the city, from where you can enjoy a spectacular panoramic view of Santiago and the Andes.

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.

Discover the vibrant economic heart of Santiago on this private walking tour through the modern financial district of Las Condes, locally known as "Sanhattan." Begin at the iconic Edificio Cruz del Sur, a symbol of Chile’s economic growth. Visit the historic Escuela Militar, where you’ll learn about Chile’s military heritage and architectural beauty. Stroll through Isidora Goyenechea Avenue, a hub of sleek architecture, trendy restaurants and Santiago’s financial hub. Discover the hidden gem of Titanium Park, an urban oasis with stunning views of Santiago’s surrounding hills and tour the recently open Mercado Urbano Tobalaba (MUT), a dynamic market blending commerce, culture, nature, and sustainability with over 300 shops and diverse culinary offerings inspired in Manhattan's Chelsea Market. End this 2.5 hour guided tour with panoramic views from the Sky Costanera, Latin America’s tallest building, and take in breathtaking views of Santiago and the Andes.

Swap the modern city of Santiago for the traditional town of Pomaire on a stress-free day trip. Letting someone else drive allows you to spend more time focusing on the scenery—which comes in the form of rolling hills and vineyards—and lets you skip the stress of navigation. Plus, exploring with a guide means that you’ll benefit from insider info and won’t have to overcome the language barrier alone.

Follow in the footsteps of Chilean poet and Nobel Prize winner Pablo Neruda on this full-day small-group tour, including hotel pick-up. Journey from the city to the coast as you follow the ‘Route of Neruda’ to three of Neruda's former homes, now preserved as museums. Explore the exhibitions at the Casa de Isla Negra; admire the views from the hilltop La Sebastiana in Viña del Mar; and uncover the poet’s life with his secret lover at La Chascona in Santiago’s Bellavista neighborhood.

Discover the Magic of Valparaíso: A Day Trip from Santiago Embark on an unforgettable journey from Santiago to Valparaíso, a city that feels like stepping into a living work of art. Known as the Jewel of the Pacific, Valparaíso is a vibrant coastal town brimming with colorful hillside neighborhoods, stunning ocean views, and a bohemian spirit that inspires travelers from around the world. Your adventure begins with a scenic drive through Chile’s picturesque countryside, as your guide shares fascinating stories about the region. Upon arrival, wander the city’s winding streets and explore its iconic street art, historic funiculars, and charming architecture. This tour is the perfect blend of culture, art, and history—a must-see destination for those looking to experience Chile’s coastal charm. Let Valparaíso’s energy and beauty captivate your senses before returning to Santiago with memories that will last a lifetime.