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The 15 Best Santiago Tours and Day Trips, Compared

53 tours  ·  from $11

Santiago is an hour from the coast and an hour from the Andes in the other direction. The 15 below cover the Cajón del Maipo, the Casablanca and Maipo wine valleys and the run to Valparaíso, priced and timed.

Santiago: Cajon del Maipo/Embalse del Yeso Tour with Picnic - The Tinoco Tunnel and the road uphill
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Santiago: Cajon del Maipo/Embalse del Yeso Tour with Picnic

1.Cajon del Maipo/Embalse del Yeso Tour with Picnic

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 3,789 reviews · 8 hours · from $37Our pick

Leave Santiago Centro in an air-conditioned van for Cajón del Maipo, passing Andean towns, rivers, the Tinoco Tunnel, and Embalse del Yeso. Your guide explains local folklore and leads a scenic reservoir stop, followed by cheese, salami, olives, juice, wine, and more. Guides may include Francisco, Diego, Edison, or Gonzalo.

“There was a fair bit of driving on this tour, but the views along the way to El Yeso were worth it! The little stop at the goat farm was nice, I got some cheese at a great price. Definitely a great value for the price.”

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Small-Group Cajón del Maipo Full-Day Tour and Picnic - The drive through Cajón del Maipo
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Small-Group Cajón del Maipo Full-Day Tour and Picnic

2.Small-Group Cajón del Maipo Full-Day Tour and Picnic

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 2,277 reviews · 7 to 8 hours (approx.) · from $41

Leave Santiago early for Cajón del Maipo and the high-altitude El Yeso Reservoir. This small-group trip combines mountain scenery, rural villages, optional food stops, a cheese visit, chocolate shop, picnic, wine, and folk dancing. Guides such as Francisco and Edison have earned praise, but pickup times and the day’s exact stops can change.

“Enjoyed seeing the mountains and lake. El Yeso tkts were NOT included as stated. Also we did not go to the Tunel Ferraviorio del Tinoco as listed. We stopped for lunch and you had no choice but to purchase something as there was no place to sit unless you were at one of their tables. Driver got a kickback from the restaurant i'm sure. Same with the Chocolate factory. They picked up over an hour before the tickets stated at 555am. Too early.”

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Santiago: Cajon del Maipo & Embalse El Yeso Trip with Picnic - The early pickup and two-hour ride
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Santiago: Cajon del Maipo & Embalse El Yeso Trip with Picnic

3.Cajon del Maipo & Embalse El Yeso Trip with Picnic

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,859 reviews · 10 hours · from $38

Ride from Santiago into the Andes with a multilingual guide such as Pablo, Lola, or Ernesto. See El Yeso Reservoir, the Tinoco Tunnel, and Cajón del Maipo, then enjoy a light picnic with wine and juice. Pickup is included from central Santiago, Providencia, and Las Condes.

“Amazing day trip to Cajon del Maipo. The guide and driver were both very skilled at what they do. We got to know a lot about the surroundings and even enjoyed a nice brunch. The nature around is drop dead beautiful. Would definitely recommend.”

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Tourist bus around Santiago for a day - San Cristóbal Hill: the most worthwhile hop-off
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Tourist bus around Santiago for a day

4.Tourist bus around Santiago for a day

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,857 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $50

Ride Santiago’s red double-decker Turistik bus from 9:30am to 6pm with unlimited hop-on hop-off access. The two-hour loop links Plaza de Armas, Bellavista, San Cristóbal Hill, Santa Lucía, Providencia, Parque Arauco, and Costanera Center. Audio commentary, air-conditioning, and helpful staff make it a useful city introduction, but stop signs and bus timing can be inconsistent.

“I purchased these tickets for December 23rd. I arrived at stop #6 and waited. After about 20 minutes a bus finally approached, however, it abandoned the route and turned off at Compañía de Jesús. I could see it do this from where i waited. It was 17:40. Ten minutes later a second bus approach stop #6 where I stood waiting. I watched as it also abandoned the route and drove off down Compañía de Jesús. Another ten minutes passed and 18:00 arrived. All of this activity could be observed in the app in real time. I took screen shots. The service I paid 45USD for is supposed to run to…”

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Santiago: Valparaiso, Viña del Mar, & Casablanca Valley Tour - A smooth start in a comfortable van
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Santiago: Valparaiso, Viña del Mar, & Casablanca Valley Tour

5.Valparaiso, Viña del Mar, & Casablanca Valley Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 1,491 reviews · 10 hours · from $72

This small-group day trip links Viña del Mar, Valparaíso, and Casablanca Valley in one well-run outing. Expect hotel pickup, a comfortable air-conditioned van, bilingual guiding, Valparaíso street art and cable-car rides, free time for lunch, and a winery visit. Guides such as Esme, Alexis, Pablo, and Fran are known for lively Chilean history.

“Chris and Juanito were a great pair. They moved us around safely and entertained us while doing so. I really enjoyed this tour. We did a wine tasting in the morning and another one in the afternoon, which already made for a great day. The fresh and affordable ceviche at the fish market in Vina Del Mar was delicious, and I'd go back again just for that. Walking around Valparaiso and seeing all the colorful buildings and street art was also enjoyable. I'm glad I got to visit Valpo even if it was just for a day trip. And our group was great too. That can really make or break…”

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Farellones Park Tour - Seven hours of snow activities at Farellones Park
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Farellones Park Tour

6.Farellones Park Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 848 reviews · 10 hours (approx.) · from $54Top rated

Start early at Parque Arauco and ride into the Andes for about seven hours at Farellones Park. Your bilingual guide, such as Martin, Sebastian, Alexis, or Erwin, helps with the day while you choose tubing, sledding, canopy activities, or skiing. Bring warm clothing, allow extra money for tickets and food, and check snow conditions before booking.

“The park it is nice and super fun, and it is worth visiting.”

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Santiago: Viña del Mar, Valparaiso & Casablanca Valley Tour - Viña del Mar: attractive, polished, and short
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Santiago: Viña del Mar, Valparaiso & Casablanca Valley Tour

7.Viña del Mar, Valparaiso & Casablanca Valley Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 764 reviews · 10 hours · from $63

Travel from Santiago with a bilingual guide such as Oskar, Tiare, Christian, or Ignacio to Viña del Mar, Valparaíso, and Casablanca Valley. Expect coastal viewpoints, murals, funiculars, a choose-your-own lunch, and a vineyard tasting, with hotel pickup in central Santiago.

“We enjoyed the day trip a lot! Jose was a knowledgeable and engaging guide, and we especially enjoyed the tour of Valparaiso.”

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From Santiago: Valle Nevado and Farellones Small Group Tour - The two-hour mountain road to Farellones
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From Santiago: Valle Nevado and Farellones Small Group Tour

8.Valle Nevado and Farellones Small Group Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 724 reviews · from $35

Travel from Santiago with a Spanish- or Portuguese-speaking guide such as Pablo, stopping at Farellones and El Colorado before reaching Valle Nevado. You get mountain views, free time, optional gondola rides and snow activities, plus hotel pickup in four central districts. Costs for clothing, food, and resort activities are extra.

“Great trip, great guide, it was an amazing experience!”

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Santiago: Viña del Mar, Valparaiso & Casablanca Valley Tour - Viña del Mar: attractive, polished, and short
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Santiago: Viña del Mar, Valparaiso & Casablanca Valley Tour

9.Viña del Mar, Valparaiso & Casablanca Valley Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 687 reviews · 10 hours (approx.) · from $61

Trade Santiago’s city streets for Viña del Mar’s coast, Valparaíso’s steep art-filled hills, and Casablanca Valley vineyards. This 10-hour small-group tour includes central hotel pickup, a guided Valparaíso walk, one funicular ride, and wine tasting. Guides such as Oscar, Tiare, Ignacio, and Cristian are praised for clear history and careful time management.

“Great tour well balanced. Oskar is very professional yet friendly. If you are in Santiago highly recommended day trip.”

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Santiago: Portillo and Laguna del Inca Day Trip with Picnic - Salto del Soldado and the story behind the rock
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Santiago: Portillo and Laguna del Inca Day Trip with Picnic

10.Portillo and Laguna del Inca Day Trip with Picnic

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 572 reviews · 10 hours · from $45

Travel by air-conditioned minivan from Santiago to Portillo and Laguna del Inca, with stops at Salto del Soldado and Ruta Los Caracoles. Your guide, such as Sebastián, Sol, Carlos, or Emilio, shares local stories in Spanish or Portuguese. You get mountain views, free time by the lagoon, and a simple picnic near Los Andes.

“As described and expected. The picnic is not much but fair for the price.”

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Santiago: Guided Walking Tour of the Historical Old Town - Plaza de Armas and the Cathedral of Santiago
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Santiago: Guided Walking Tour of the Historical Old Town

11.Guided Walking Tour of the Historical Old Town

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 459 reviews · 3 hours · from $25Best value

Walk from La Moneda to Patio Bellavista in three hours with a guide speaking English, Spanish, or Portuguese. See Santiago’s cathedral, Plaza de Armas, Bellas Artes, Lastarria, Santa Lucia Hill, and more. Guide Eugenio is often praised for clear history, local tips, and a friendly pace. Water is included; lunch and major attraction entries are not.

“We thoroughly enjoyed the tour. Our guide Eugenio was really friendly, very knowledgeable and made the tour very interesting. I highly recommend this tour.”

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Santiago: Concha y Toro Vineyard Tour w/ Transfer & Tasting - Don Melchor Square and the old family home
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Santiago: Concha y Toro Vineyard Tour w/ Transfer & Tasting

12.Concha y Toro Vineyard Tour w/ Transfer & Tasting

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 455 reviews · 4 - 5 hours · from $82

You’ll tour Concha y Toro in Pirque, walk through the old family park and vineyards, hear the Casillero del Diablo legend, and taste three wines. Hotel pickup and return are included. The premium option adds four Marques de Casa Concha wines and cheese. Guides speak English, Spanish, or Portuguese.

“the trip was great. however you're really just paying for a lift there and back. obviously the entry is included. but if you can get to the vineyard yourself...you wouldn't be missing out on anything. but still really good and I'm glad it spent the money”

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Santiago: Maipo Valley Wine Tasting Tour with 4 Vineyards - First look at the Maipo River
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Santiago: Maipo Valley Wine Tasting Tour with 4 Vineyards

13.Maipo Valley Wine Tasting Tour with 4 Vineyards

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 450 reviews · 10 hours · from $134

Spend about 10 hours in Maipo Valley with a guide such as Pablo, Nacho, Esme, or Alex. Visit Campo La Quirinca, Santa Ema, TerraMater, and Undurraga, tasting wine and pisco, touring vineyards, meeting local producers, and stopping for lunch at your own cost.

“Oh my goodness! What fun it was. Guide excellent, Mary at La Quirinca was an absolute hoot and very informative and very generous!! The whole day was fun from start to finish and the choice of wineries and restaurant stop spot on 🤩”

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From Santiago: Cajón del Maipo and Volcán San José Hike 8K - The 6:00 AM pickup and the drive out of Santiago
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From Santiago: Cajón del Maipo and Volcán San José Hike 8K

14.Cajón del Maipo and Volcán San José Hike 8K

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 418 reviews · 10 hours · from $150

Leave Santiago around 6:00 AM for an 8 km guided hike in Cajón del Maipo. You’ll climb from about 2,300 to 2,600 meters, with Andes, glacier, river, and Volcán San José views. Guides such as Laura, Elias, Andres, and Rai are praised for patient pacing and clear explanations. Lunch, water, wine, and snacks are included.

“This was an awesome trip. Laura is beyond excellent as a guide. She was polite and she communicated facts on almost everything. Though the day was a long one and we had to adjust some aspects of the plan due to circumstances beyond control, it was throughly enjoyable. Highly recommend this tour ! And commendations to Laura, one of the best guides I have met in a while! I”

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Private Santiago City Half Day Tour - La Moneda and Santiago’s civic center
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Private Santiago City Half Day Tour

15.Private Santiago City Half Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 414 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $76

Spend about four hours with a private bilingual guide exploring Santiago by car and on foot. Visit Plaza de Armas, the Metropolitan Cathedral, La Moneda, Mercado Central, and either Santa Lucia or San Cristobal Hill. Hotel pickup is offered in central districts, with guides such as Jaime, Luis, Janina, and Erick assigned according to availability.

“Had a great guided Santiago half day tour with Luís Gomez. He provided detailed comments about different areas of the city with many opportunities to take photos as well as some walking tours of the city. He was an excellent guide for ten of us and highly recommend him for future tours!”

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