Valparaiso and Viña del Mar Full-Day Private Guided Tour
Description
The History of Valparaiso dates back to 1536 with his discovery. Valparaiso is a constant surprise for its port-city life, its unusual architecture and layout of its streets. It is one of the most picturesque port towns of the world that was declared “World Heritage Site” by UNESCO in 2003, thanks to its charming and steep “ASCENSORS” with slopes of 45 °, cobbled streets, colorful houses, century age buildings, secret passages, endless stairs, museums with a singular character, promenades that overlook a beautiful sea-port scenic view, artistic murals for everywhere, homes hanging on hills, restaurants “gourmet” and "picada" (traditional, Cheap & Good restaurant), fruits & vegetable, Fish,flea, book markets, summer carnivals. Viña del Mar is a modern city with natural attractions such as beaches, parks and botanical gardens. Known as The Garden City. It shows renewed and by the entire coastline shows a second generation of modern buildings with summer homes and condominiums.
Tour Options
Itinerary
We will pick up at Santiago and in the way to Coast we will ride by the middle of the country passing by Casablanca valley were we will see lots of agriculture mostly Vineyards specialized in wine grapes for white wines.
we will start our coastal tour by the high of Viña del Mar to watch the entire bay of the both places Valpo and Viña. So in this way we will show and introduce you from the bigining how Valparaiso and Viña del Mar was formed long time ago.
then we will stop at the emblematic Flower clock an interested and popular simbol of the garden city, Viña Del Mar where people love to takes lots of pictures and we will talk about it.
Then we will ride by the coastal line to get an overall view showing you how viña del mar look like.
then before to leave Viña del Mar we will stop in a nice and interested point to talk about part of our Chilean insular territory, all about Easter Island and we will see a 100% Moai Statue from Easter Island.
After Viña del Mar we can stop for lunch or some snacks in some local place/restaurant in Viña del Mar or Valparaiso depending what you would like to eat. Then we will do our highlighted area, "Valparaiso", an amazing hilly city, where we will do lots of interested places with full of character such as different hills, Ascensors (funiculars), some interested narrow passages among hills, Street Arts, stairs up and down, cable stones streets, Colorful houses with a german & victorian style arquitecture, some handcraft stores for souvenirs and much more depending how much energy you have.
Transfer back to Santiago
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
At a Santiago Hotel by 9:30/9:45am or At Santiago Airport depending of your Flight schedule with an EXTRA Transfer COST. At Valparaiso/Viña Del Mar Hotel by 10:00am or At Valparaiso Cruise Terminal (VTP) by 9:00am
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(131)
This was an absolutely fabulous tour. We got to see things we would never have done on our own, were able to adjust the tour to include things that interested us, and generally had a wonderful time. Our guide was helpful, knowledgeable and enthusiastic. We loved every minute!
We had a wonderful day starting in Santiago where the company picked us up right on time. The driving, knowledge and communication were all top notch throughout the day including sharing just the right spots to take photos. We visited a vineyard where we were treated so well and then a walking tour around Valparaiso and lunch overlooking the ocean in Vina del Mar. Overall it was a wonderful day and exactly the professionalism and personal touch we were looking for. Would hire this company again in the future and I would recommend to a friend.
This was the best money I have ever spent on a private tour! My husband and I hired HecTour for the day because we wanted to explore Valdivia, Viña del Mar, and make a stop at a winery. We were interested in something that was private and flexible. Our guide arrived at our hotel right on time with a very nice clean and comfortable vehicle stocked with water. He was so knowledgeable and informative, as well as ensuring we had everything we needed throughout the day. We had never been to the area and it was the way to go— you will learn a ton! I’ve done group tours before and sometimes it takes over an hour to pick up everyone from their hotels before you ever even go anywhere! Spend a little extra and book these guys! You will be so happy you did.
A memorable trip with a very knowledgable guide.
Knowledgeable guide and great pace on Valparaiso tour. Valparaiso was the highlight.
The day trip to Valparaiso from Santiago was a highlight of our time in the Santiago area. This is a must do experience if spending time in this area of Chile. The city is very unique and walking through the streets and gazing at the murals with the ocean in the background is wonderful. Our tour service was very knowledgeable about the region and took us to all the right highlights of this city.
Valparaiso is a must see for a unique experience and amazing, unique art. Our private guide provided lots of information and history about Chile as we drove in the Valparaiso town and beach areas. The highlight of the trip was walking around the UNESCO designated portion of Valparaiso, where narrow streets are lined with artistic buildings and historic architecture. Our guide showed us the most famous murals and unique artistry. It was an excellent and enjoyable tour.
We had a lovely day. Juan was our guide and he was immensely knowledgable and helpful, a very good guide.
I took a private tour to Valparaiso, Vina Del Mar and a winery in Casablanca with Juan Catalan as my guide. It was excellent! Hector provided everything I needed with short notice. I was picked up on my schedule from the Holiday Inn airport, as I would fly home that night. I had an idea of what I wanted to see and Juan delivered! This is a long day, so plan accordingly. I spent over an hour at the Fonck Museum in Vina looking at the excellent exhibit on Easter Island, the best anywhere. Juan drove through the highlights of Valparaiso (few, in my opinion). He brought me to a nice overview and walk atop an old funicular where I found some great handmade lapis lazuli souvenirs. Nice quiet spot for lunch. Then to the small family run winery for a quick tour and tasting. Back at the hotel 9 hours later. I highly recommend this company and my genial guide Juan who spoke excellent English and provided good information as well as conversation and insight into Chilean history.
Very informative tour. Great guide
