Discover the most popular sites of Santiago and visit some of Chile's most esteemed wineries, such as Conch y Toro, Undurraga & Cousino Macul. Enjoy typical Chilean panorama with stunning views of the Andean Mountain range, learn about different grapevines, production processes and types of wines, and taste some of Chile's best known wines!
Day 1; Arrive Santiago
On arrival at Santiago airport you will be met and transferred to the hotel. In the afternoon, enjoy a city tour around Santiago starting at the Cerro Santa Lucia (Santa Lucia Hill), where the city was founded in 1541. Afterwards visit the Government Palace "La Moneda", and Plaza de Armas, the main square, where you can observe important national monuments such as the Cathedral, the Correo Central and City Hall. Finally, after crossing Mapocho River, discover the different residential neighborhoods of Santiago with its beautiful houses and parks, before returning to your hotel. Overnight accommodation.
Day 2: Concha y Toro Winery
Breakfast at hotel and early morning departure to one of the famous vineyards located in Pirque, Vina Concha y Toro. Traveling across its main yard arrive at the Casa Patronal and its lagoon surrounded by a beautiful park. Enjoy a tasting of the best wines produced by this renown vineyard. Return to Santiago and afternoon at leisure to spend as you please. Relax at your hotel or continue exploring Santiago on your own - this lively city offers plenty of sightseeing & shopping opportunities. Overnight accommodation. (B)
Day 3: Maipo Valley
Today after an early breakfast, travel south of Santiago to the beautiful Valle del Maipo, where you will visit two vineyards: Undurraga and Cousino Macul. The Maipo Valley is Chile’s oldest wine-producing region and, thanks to its favourable conditions and long wine making tradition, has become known for its outstanding wines throughout the world.
Vina Undugarra was establised in the late 19th century by Don Francisco Undugarra, one of the pioneers of winemaking in Chile, with plants he personally brought over from France & Germany. Famed for its Cabernet Sauvignon, Sauvignon Blanc, Merlot, Pinot Noir & Riesling, the estate brands are today present in over 70 countries worldwide.
Founded in 1856, Cousino Macul winery continues in the hands of the original founding family and still features one of the oldest and finest Chilean wine cellar, built in 1872 by French architects. Learn about the different grapes and the wine making process, the equipment used in the XIX Century and today's most advanced wine making technology, and have the opportunity to sample some of its best wines. Return to Santiago and overnight accommodation. (B)
Day 4: Santiago
Today marks the end of this unforgettable experience. Enjoy breakfast at your hotel and, at the appropriate time, transfer to the airport for your departing flight home. (B)
Daily Departures
Please note: Vineyards are closed on Saturday afternoon & Sunday. Vineyards may change depending on availability.
