Itinerary

1. Explore Santiago

   This tour will show you Santiago’s historic downtown and beyond.  You will be picked up by one of our expert guides in a private vehicle and explore the downtown area and Santiago’s diverse and interesting neighbourhoods.

   • We start by visiting San Cristobal Hill, where we will take a cable car to the summit and enjoy the most amazing panoramic views of the entire city and Andes Mountains.  Afterwards, we will drive through the bohemian neighbourhood of Bellavista before arriving in the historic city center where we will see Florestal Park, the Museum of Fine Arts, Plaza de Armas (Santiago’s main square), the Cathedral, City Hall, Historic Post Office, Old Congress Building, Palacio La Moneda (The Government House), National Theater, and Santa Lucía Hill.  Originally named Cerro Huelén by the Mapuche Indians, Santa Lucía Hill is where Pedro de Valdivia founded the city in 1541.
   • We will also pass through the vibrant bohemian neighbourhood of Lastarria.  We will then drive to the eastern side of the city to Santiago's financial heart, known for its modern buildings and impressive glass skyscrapers, passing by Costanera Center, South America’s tallest building.  You will see why this area is known as “Sanhattan” among the locals.
   • Then we will visit the upscale neighbourhood of Las Condes and stop at El Pueblito de Los Dominicos, a beautiful handicraft market in the shadow of the Andes designed to resemble a colonial village, where you will see local artisans actually working in their trade.  Located next to the beautiful San Vicente Ferrer Church, a national monument, the village is a “must-see” in Santiago. The shops built with clay and straw are home to more than 180 artisans, representing the best and most complete Chilean handicraft showing.