Valparaiso: Exploring the Pacific’s Jewel

Q: What you need to know

Included: private transportation to and from your accommodation, bilingual professional guide certified in first aid.Not included: travel insurance, lunch, museum entrance fees, wine tastings, optional tips.

Q: Frequently asked questions

What should I wear and bring?We recommend wearing comfortable walking clothes, appropriate footwear (avoid sandals), a sweater or jacket (as it’s often cloudy in the morning), a hat, sunscreen, sunglasses, and a bottle of water. We recommend leaving all valuable items (jewelry and other items) at the hotel for safekeeping.How long does the trip from Santiago to Valparaíso take?The journey takes approximately an hour and a half each way, depending on traffic.Can the tour be customized?Yes! This is a private tour adapted to your interests. You can decide which places to visit based on your preferences on the day of the tour.Is there free time to explore?Since the tour is personalized, it will fully adapt to your interests. The guide will always be with you and will have a relatively predefined route, but remember, this is 100% adaptable to what you want to see or do that day.Can children or elderly people join the tour?Yes, we can adapt the tour and walking distances for families with children or elderly people. We don’t recommend bringing baby strollers due to the stairs we will encounter along the route.Are there options for special diets at lunch?In general, restaurants offer vegetarian, vegan, or gluten-free options.Will there be restrooms available during the tour?Yes, during the tour we will make stops where there will be access to restrooms. Additionally, the restaurants we visit for lunch have facilities.Does the tour depend on the weather?The weather along the coast is generally stable, and it is unlikely that we will cancel the tour due to bad weather. However, if we need to cancel due to weather or force majeure, we will offer you the option to reschedule the tour, choose a different tour, or receive a full refund.What is the cancellation policy?You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance to receive a full refund.

Difficulty

Low

Duration

8-9 hours

Location

Valparaiso

Distance

120 km from Santiago

season

Year-round

Discover the history, art, and flavors of Valparaiso in one day

Just 90 minutes from Santiago, Valparaiso invites you to explore its vibrant streets, where every corner tells a story.

This port city blends 19th-century European architecture with colorful houses, street art, and local music.

Discover UNESCO World Heritage sites, ride historic funiculars, and enjoy breathtaking views of the bay.

Customize your tour to include hidden alleys, artistic murals, or traditional cuisine, and choose between a coastal walk or a visit to a Casablanca Valley vineyard.

Valparaiso promises a day of history, culture, and unforgettable experiences—an authentic journey through the Jewel of the Pacific.

Highlights

Itinerary

8:00 AM

Pick-up from your accommodation in Santiago.

10:00 - 11:00 AM

Visit the Pablo Neruda Museum.

11:00 AM - 12:30 PM

Tour of the port, main square, UNESCO-protected commercial area, ascend to the hills via funicular and walk through the streets of Valparaíso.

12:30 - 1:30 PM

Lunch at a local restaurant.

1:30 - 2:30 PM

End of the tour and return to the car.

2:30 - 3:30 PM

Visit Valparaíso’s rocky coasts or visit a vineyard in the Casablanca Valley.

5:00 PM

Arrival at your accommodation in Santiago.

Customizable

The tour is adapted to your interests, allowing you to explore Valparaíso at your own pace.

You can choose to spend more time in the hills admiring street art or enjoy a coastal walk, depending on your preferences.

Joaquín is friendly, professional, and flexible. We had a great tour of Valparaíso and its surroundings. He drove very well and chose the best rest stops. We managed to see Valparaíso without having to climb the hills or stairs on foot, which was very important for my elderly parents.

Neil

Traveler

Everything you need to know

What you need to know

Included: private transportation to and from your accommodation, bilingual professional guide certified in first aid.

Not included: travel insurance, lunch, museum entrance fees, wine tastings, optional tips.

Frequently asked questions

What should I wear and bring?

We recommend wearing comfortable walking clothes, appropriate footwear (avoid sandals), a sweater or jacket (as it’s often cloudy in the morning), a hat, sunscreen, sunglasses, and a bottle of water. We recommend leaving all valuable items (jewelry and other items) at the hotel for safekeeping.

How long does the trip from Santiago to Valparaíso take?

The journey takes approximately an hour and a half each way, depending on traffic.

Can the tour be customized?

Yes! This is a private tour adapted to your interests. You can decide which places to visit based on your preferences on the day of the tour.

Is there free time to explore?

Since the tour is personalized, it will fully adapt to your interests. The guide will always be with you and will have a relatively predefined route, but remember, this is 100% adaptable to what you want to see or do that day.

Can children or elderly people join the tour?

Yes, we can adapt the tour and walking distances for families with children or elderly people. We don’t recommend bringing baby strollers due to the stairs we will encounter along the route.

Are there options for special diets at lunch?

In general, restaurants offer vegetarian, vegan, or gluten-free options.

Will there be restrooms available during the tour?

Yes, during the tour we will make stops where there will be access to restrooms. Additionally, the restaurants we visit for lunch have facilities.

Does the tour depend on the weather?

The weather along the coast is generally stable, and it is unlikely that we will cancel the tour due to bad weather. However, if we need to cancel due to weather or force majeure, we will offer you the option to reschedule the tour, choose a different tour, or receive a full refund.

What is the cancellation policy?

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance to receive a full refund.

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