Private Day Tour in Santiago
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Santiago, Chile
- 6 hours (approx.)
- Pickup offered
- Group discounts
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
Get an insider's view of Santiago on this private tour, led by a local guide. Rather than trying to find your way through the city alone, explore with someone who knows Santiago intimately to show you around and help break down any language barriers. This private tour includes hotel pickup and allows you to customize the experience to suit your interests.
- Forget the rush of large tour groups and explore at a pace that suits you
- Go beyond the guidebooks with expert insights from your guide
- Relax with included hotel pickup and drop-off
- Enjoy the flexibility to customize your tour to suit your interests
What's Included
- Private transportation
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Lunch
- Gratuities
- Airport area PIck up/ Drop off at airport area
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Pickup details
WE will need your name registered at your hotel
Operating hours.9:30 am
Itinerary
1
Cerro Santa Lucia
1 hour • Admission Ticket Free
2
Plaza de Armas
1 hour • Admission Ticket Free
3
La Vega Central
1 hour • Admission Ticket Free
4
Cerro San Cristobal
1 hour • Admission Ticket Free
5
Sanhattan
1 hour • Admission Ticket Free
6
Vitacura
1 hour • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Near public transportation
- Transportation is wheelchair accessible
- Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Most travelers can participate
- FOLDING wheelchairs are allowed
- Wheelchairs for paraplegic people will need a vehicle with a ramp and at an extra cost
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
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Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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Reviews
5.0
based on 73 reviews
Ann_E, Feb 2026
We had the very best day. Our tour guide Juan Muñoz was fabulous, he paid very close attention to our needs. It was a fabulous day.
Nancy_M, Jan 2026
Our tour of Santiago with our tour guide, Alejandro along with our driver Carlos, was fantastic. We have taken many tours and this was among the best. We appreciated his knowledge, humor, professionalism and patience. Thank you.
Henry_F, Dec 2025
Four of us spent a lovely day with HecTours. We were picked up at our hotel and visited several places outdoors before it became too warm. The thoughtfully curated tour provided a rich introduction to Santiago’s history, culture, and contemporary life. Each stop felt purposeful and well-paced, from the historical grounding at Cerro Santa Lucía and Plaza de Armas to the vibrant energy of La Vega Central and the panoramic views from Cerro San Cristóbal. The contrast between historic neighborhoods and modern areas like Sanhattan and Vitacura offered a clear and engaging sense of how the city has evolved.
A particular highlight was the lunch stop Galeón, which exceeded expectations. The food was outstanding—fresh, flavorful, and beautifully prepared—and the service was warm, attentive, and efficient without ever feeling rushed. It was the perfect setting to relax and recharge while enjoying a high-quality meal, and it added a memorable culinary dimension to the day.
Overall, this tour struck an ideal balance between history, local life, scenery, and comfort. It was informative without being overwhelming and personal without feeling scripted. I would highly recommend it to anyone visiting Santiago who wants a comprehensive, enjoyable, and well-organized experience.
Chittur_M, Oct 2025
Private tour. Excellent service and a great guide. Luxury coach. Very pleasant and polite driver and guide. Punctual.
Joseph_C, Jan 2025
A great way to see Santiago we saw the main government buildings, plazas and parks. The central open market was interesting we ate at a fancy restaurant. Maria was very entertaining.
Alicia_N, Oct 2024
Hector is a fantastic tour guide - he was knowledgeable, reliable, accommodating and attentive. He made our trip to Santiago a special one, and was able to fit in many things into a short period of time without feeling rushed! He was also thoughtful of our likes and needs and tailored the day as appropriate. 1000% would book him again!
Jim_P, Aug 2024
This was one of the best decisions made. Leo was extraordinary, knowledgeable and super kind. We learned a lot and enjoyed his humble personality, felt like we were there with a family member or a long time friend. Highly recommend you ask for Leo for your tour.
Jose_R, Mar 2024
Excellent tour. Got to hit major historical points( Catedral Metropolitana, Plaza de Armas, Santa Lucia, Palacio de la Moneda, museum district). Also visited several nice and colorful neighborhoods: Los Condes, Providencia, Lastraria , Bella Vista. It was Easter Weekend, so many businesses were closed, out of tour company control. If you want to more fully experience Santiago, may want to book the tour during a weekday.
Hector, our guide was excellent. Very knowledgeable, friendly and funny, which made the tour very enjoyable. He was very flexible. Mauricio, our driver, was also extremely nice.
Highly recommended tour.
RICHARD_L, Mar 2024
The driver and guide arrived right on time and we did a thorough tour of downtown Santiago starting with the Castillo Hidalgo and Cerro Santa Lucia. On to the section of Santiago with the government buildings, Presidential Palace and others along with the Cripta Bernado O'Higgins. All with a recounting of Chilean history. Several churches, Iglesia San Francisco and the Metropolitan Cathedral. We spent some time in Barrio Bellavista and saw Pablo Neruda's house/museum, but didn't go in because of limited time. Toward the end of the tour we went up to a neighborhood on the northern edge of the city with very exclusive homes, including a copy of Elvis Presly's home, Graceland, for a wonderful view of the city.
It was an information-packed day and I certainly received more information about Santiago, and Chile, than I thought possible in one day. The only problem was that with my compromised hearing I didn't catch the name of my tour guide. Could you possible send my her name? Her English was first-rate and her knowledge of the city and Chile, their history and present, was literally amazing. Even very extraneous questions were answered quickly and thoroughly.
I am so glad that I scheduled an extra day in Santiago and that I found you with an Internet search. I would most highly recommend your service to others.
Thanks for making my last day in Chile so enjoyable and informative.
Richard Lynde
Response from Host, Mar 2024
Dear Richard Lynde.
Thanks so much to consider in our HecTourService. Even if you took already a Santiago Tour before of our Services.
it was a real pleasure touring you around.
Your TourGuide of SANTIAGO Tour last Thu, Mar 28, 2024 was Francisca Artaza and your Driver was JuanCarlos Lopez. They were very happy to toured you around.
Is it possible you let us know your email address?
We sent all information directly to your Whatsapp Number. did you check it ???
Kind Regards
HecTourService's Team
Private, Personalized & Flexible Tour/Transfer Services.
HectorTourService@gmail.com
+56 9 89002248 Whatsapp
SCOTT_H, Mar 2024
Our day with Francisca on a private tour of Santiago was wonderful. Francisca's passion for her city and its history was evident from the get-go, and it truly elevated our experience.
We began our day with a hike up San Cristobal hill, where Francisca regaled us with tales of Chilean history. The panoramic views from the top, including the serene Japanese garden and the iconic Virgin Mary statue, were breathtaking. The journey down via the funicular added an extra layer of excitement.
Next, Francisca took us across the city to the Bahá'í Temple, a marvel of modern architecture nestled against the backdrop of the majestic Andes. The tranquility of the temple and the stunning vista provided a serene contrast to the city below.
Of course, no visit to Santiago would be complete without indulging in its culinary delights. Francisca led us to a charming local eatery where we savored a traditional lunch, immersing ourselves in the flavors of Chilean cuisine.
To cap off our unforgettable day, Francisca treated us to some delectable ice cream at a local spot, adding a sweet finale to our exploration of Santiago.
Throughout the tour, Francisca's warmth, knowledge, and attention to detail were evident. She effortlessly fielded our questions, providing insightful answers and offering us a comprehensive overview of the city's vibrant culture and heritage.
Robert_B, Mar 2024
Our tour guide, Jaime, customized our tour based on our prior touring and gave us excellent cultural and historical information in perfect English. Enjoyed some off the beaten track spots.
Our driver and vehicle were excellent as well. We spent more time on the tour then expected and were not rushed.
Desiree_W, Mar 2024
Perfect tour to get a bit of all that Santiago has to offer. So full of history, food, and fun! Hec Tour is the way to go!
Frances_E, Mar 2024
The guide was fine but kept sneaking off to have a cigarette. We did find that she was attentive to our needs. The car and driver were excellent. We only saw 3 areas of the city, we would have liked more. For what we saw, this tour is overpriced.
Linda_C, Mar 2024
We had a great experience with our very knowledgeable guide Francesca and our driver Carlos from Hectours. We learned about the history of Santiago and visited many areas of the city including markets, parks and the oldest church. A great way to get an in depth feeling of the history and culture of this beautiful city.
Gerald_N, Mar 2024
This tour was absolutely brilliant. From the pickup until the return to the hotel, I spent an excellent time in the company of my guide for the day.
Francesca is absolutely lovely and extremely knowledgeable, she's got a reply for all questions.
We had lunch in a very typical restaurant.
You see Santiago as you would never see it otherwise.
Absolutely brilliant, recommended 100%.
Rhonda_R, Mar 2024
Learned about history of Chile and Samtiago and enjoyed the best markets and places for snacks and souvenirs. Tailored to us and our interests.
Dan_B, Feb 2024
Juan showed us various parts of the city, explained the history, was personable, fun, engaging, and attentive to our needs. He adjusted the tour because we had done part of what he planned the day before. He had bottled water and sanitary wipe packets for us.
Excellent experience!! We highly recommend!!
Paul_A, Feb 2024
Hector is the man!
Casual, knowledgeable and very entertaining!
His limousine veichle is 5 stars!
Hectours is a great way to see Santiago in a day.
I highly recommend him!
Patrick_K, Jan 2024
Hector was very knowledgeable, went out of his way to insure we had a good time, which we did, and was very flexible. He had a number of good suggestions to help us with the rest of our time in Santiago.
Rob_H, Jan 2024
Great private tour, guide was very knowledgeable and spoke very good English. Enjoyed all stops . Picked up and dropped off at hotel .
Elaine_B, Jan 2024
The tour was excellent. The guide did a great job of showing the highlights, while allowing for some customization to suit my interest. I highly recommend this tour.
Ricardo_A, Dec 2023
Alejandro and Carlos were the best tour guide and driver combo I have had anywhere. I use Viator whenever I travel and have had nothing but positive experiences, BUT this team out shined everyone. They were 110% welcoming, knowledgeable about Santiago and Chilean history, and above all accommodating with our physical restrictions. HIGHLY RECOMMEND.
Mark_H, Dec 2023
Tour guide and driver were great. Showed us a wonderful time all around Santiago. I would highly recommend this tour.
Tom_B, Oct 2023
FANTASTIC!!! Hector was nothing short of amazing. Excellent history of Chile and Santiago from a local. Super clean van. Would highly recommend. Spend the extra money and get a private tour. You see so much more this way. BOOK THIS TRIP!
Guy_M, May 2023
The guide was knowledgeable and knew how to make history alive. Hector Medina, the guide knew his city.
Angeli_F, Mar 2023
Best private tour. Only way to go, since we wanted to focus on this stop, skip that stop, less shopping, more local food experience, ... his guides were happy to customize the tour. Highly recommend this tour operator.
Perry_W, Feb 2023
Hector made the day. Full of information and very chatty, he took us to see many very varied parts of this city.
RUTH_A, Jan 2023
Guide was highly knowledgeable, good English, flexible, responsive to questions and requests of sights to see, and a wonderful sense of humor.
Our tour gave us a remarkable view of Santiago from its beginnings to where it is today.
Andres_R, Aug 2024
Excelente tour con el guía Julio . Nos recibió atentamente y muy pendiente de las necesidades de mi familia incluyendo silla para niños y cuidadosamente aprendiendo el nombre de todos para tratarnos respetuosamente. Durante todo el viaje nos dio información valiosa sobre Santiago y recomendaciones de lugares para comer y entretenerse . Valió la pena cada momento del día por la paciencia y amabilidad con la que nos trató el guía. 100% recomendado . Gracias Don Julio por tan cálida atención
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