Price from
£405
Autumn (Sep - Oct)
See the best of Santiago de Chile on a half-day guided coach tour
Admire the local arts and crafts at the handicraft market of Pueblito los Dominicos in Santiago
Revel in the panoramic views of Santiago and the Andes beyond from San Cristobal Hill
Explore the captivating city of Valparaíso, the ‘Jewel of the Pacific’ and a UNESCO World Heritage Site
Planned itinerary pre-programme
Day 1: Half-day guided coach tour of Santiago
Today you’ll experience Santiago’s most alluring sights on a four-hour guided coach tour. Starting at your hotel, you’ll head downtown, passing Plaza de Armas which is home to the city's oldest buildings. We'll then drive through Santiago district to San Cristobal Hill where you can revel in the soul-stirring views of the city and the Andes beyond. Before heading back to your hotel, we’ll stop at the
The tour ends back at your hotel, where you can spend the rest of the evening at your leisure.
Day 2: Visiting Valparaíso
After breakfast, we'll travel to UNESCO-listed Valparaíso, where vibrantly colourfed houses adorn the hillsides overlooking the sea. Meandering our way through this city’s winding streets and stairways, you’ll see renowned sites and get insight into the colourful history and culture of the 'Jewel of the Pacific'.
Admire 20th-century British-influenced architecture and breathtaking vistas at the 21 de Mayo viewpoint before your tour ends at the city's pier, where your expedition ship awaits.
Please note that we may visit sites in a different order.
Practical information
Included
1 hotel night with breakfast in Santiago de Chile
'The Best of Santiago de Chile' sightseeing tour
Transfer from Santiago to Valparaíso
Valparaíso city tour
English-speaking guides during excursions
Not included
Gratuities, lunch and dinner.
Remarks / requirements
This tour is available as a Pre-Programme in combination with expedition cruises starting in Valparaíso.
This tour starts one day before embarkation in Valparaíso and involves some walking.
Available to guests with limited mobility on request.
Expedition cruises offering this activity
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