Valparaíso + Viña del Mar
The painted hills and the beach, in one day.
- Duration10 h
- Departure06:00
- Return16:00
- GuidePortuguese
- Hotel pickupYes
A day in the two neighbouring coastal cities. In Valparaíso the tour covers Cerro Alegre, Plaza Sotomayor, Plaza Atkinson, the Painted Staircase, the Piano Staircase, the port and the National Congress. In Viña del Mar, the Flower Clock, the Fonck Museum and the beach.
On the way there is a stop for a wine tasting at Rio Tinto. The harbour boat ride and the funicular are optional and paid separately. Departure at 6am, ten hours in total.
Season
- J
- F
- M
- A
- M
- J
- J
- A
- S
- O
- N
- D
What’s included
- Round-trip transport from your hotel in Santiago
- Transport travel insurance
- Portuguese-speaking guide throughout the tour
What’s not
- Meals
- Museum entry
What to bring
- A light jacket — the coast is windier than Santiago
- Photo ID
Before you book
- Not recommended for pregnant women, infants or people with heart conditions
- Not recommended for people with limited mobility
Questions and answers
Can I go to the beach?
You can look at it and walk along it, not swim. In winter the Chilean Pacific is cold even on a sunny day, and the coast is windier than Santiago. Bring one more layer than you would in the city.
Is there a lot of walking?
In Valparaíso, yes: the city is built on hills and the route climbs stairs and slopes. Not the best tour if you have limited mobility. Viña del Mar, next door, is flat.
How long is the full day?
About ten hours door to door, leaving at 6am. It takes the whole day: nothing else fits around it.
Is the boat ride included?
No. The harbour boat and the funicular are optional and paid there. Neither is essential, but the boat is the only way to see the port from the water.
Does the guide speak Portuguese?
Yes, from pickup to drop-off. Not a recording, not a translation app.
Do you pick up at my hotel?
Yes, at any hotel in central Santiago, Providencia, Las Condes and Vitacura. If yours is outside that area, we agree on a nearby meeting point.
Can I pay in Brazilian reais?
Yes. We take Pix and cards, at the rate locked when you book. The balance can also be paid in pesos on the day.
What if I need to cancel?
Free cancellation and rescheduling up to 24 hours before departure.
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