Day 1:
MADRID - SANTIAGO

Depart from the UK and arrive to Madrid. We will catch an overnight flight with LAN Chile/Iberia and arrive to Santiago later in the morning.

Day 2
SANTIAGO

This morning we will arrive at Santiago’s Arturo Merino Benitez airport at around 8am where we will meet our organizers and guide and are transferred to our hotel in the city. After a welcome lunch in the central fish market, the afternoon will be free for those who prefer to recover from their jet lag or for those who prefer to do some sightseeing around the city; we will be able to join our guide on a tour of some the city’s main attractions. We will also have the opportunity to see the Government Palace “La Moneda”.
(Lunch included).

Day 3:
REMEMBRANCE TOUR

Today we start our program with a Remembrance Talk from an expert who will give us a thorough overview and explanation about the events preceding and during General Pinochet’s time in power. The past 35 years of the city’s history hold many testimonies of the events that occurred during the 1973 Military Coup which extended its stay in power during 17 years under General Pinochet’s Regime. The talk will allow you to learn about the two extreme political points of view, which are still very evident in Chilean society.

After our talk, we will meet people that worked for and against the military coup of 1973 and we will see the places that witnessed the events that happened more than 30 years ago. This is a long day, which provides a moving encounter of divided opinions and realities, which continue to play a key role in Chile today. Some of the attractions we will visit are Palacio de La Moneda, Augusto Pinochet Foundation, National Stadium, Villa Grimaldi, and General Cemetery. Later in the evening, we will enjoy a dinner where we will also have the opportunity to enjoy a show of traditional dances from Chile and Easter Island.
(Dinner and breakfast included).

Day 4:
SANTIAGO – LOS ANDES – SANTA CRUZ (279 km)

Today we will head out to Los Andes and visit the headquarter of “Mi Fruta” where we will be able to appreciate the beautiful surroundings and learn a bit more about the procedures that leads from grapes to raisins. After this visit, we will continue the trip in the beautiful town of Santa Cruz, famous for its vineyards and local cuisine. We will then make our way to our accommodations where dinner will be served.

Day 5:
SANTA CRUZ – CURICO - SAGRADA FAMILIA (74 km)

After breakfast we will depart on our journey towards southern Chile. Near Curico we will visit the small Lautaro Winery, another one of Traidcraft’s producers where we will learn about the vineyard and the organization. We will then head to the countryside to be shown around one of their vineyards, to learn about their wine production process, have lunch and visit some of the workers who benefit from fair trade initiatives. We will also have the chance to taste some of their fine wines.
(Night in Curico).

Day 6:
CURICO- SCHOOL- WILD FRUIT COLLECTION- SALTO DEL LAJA

We will depart early in the morning and continue our journey down south visiting a group of organic producers who are a part of the cultural action workshop group TAC (Taller Acción Cultural). Next to the working house of this organization is a small rural school where children from 6 to 12 years old will invite to see a little about their daily lives. We will have the opportunity to give them small presents, educational materials and souvenirs from our countries. After this encounter we will walk to the working house of TAC in this small rural village.

TAC is a group of cultural workers that organized people from local communities into eight committees and in 1999 began to develop a ”wild fruit” collection program. Today we will visit one of these committees - the “Comité de Recolectores de Frutas Silvestres“ - which works with dried fruits and herbs such as membrillo (quinces), wild mushrooms and rosehips. Besides making their living by selling food to workers of small and intermediate companies in the neighborhood, the women are able to do their business in an autonomous manner. Today we will learn how they have managed to maintain this program and overcome difficulties along the years and how they have been able to continue without direct government funding. We will learn about their organization and we will see their products. Later on, we will drive to our hotel located next to the impressive waterfalls of Salto Del Laja.
(Breakfast and lunch included).

Day 7:
SALTO DEL LAJA – YUMBEL – TEMUCO (aprox. 220km)

After waking up with a beautiful view of the waterfalls, and a light breakfast, we will take a short walk to visit the waterfalls of Salto Del Laja before heading to the colonial town of Yumbel. Here we will visit the CET (Centro de Educacion y Tecnologia). The CET is an institution dedicated to the investigation, diffusion and passing on of agricultural techniques with low or no impact on the environment with an emphasis on organic and sustainable agriculture. We will meet with a group of seed cultivators before heading to the CET. We will hear about their projects and explore the plantation area to learn about it and see the results of their different activities, including recycling. In the scanty and eroded soil in this region, it is amazing how many various plants can be cultivated with these techniques. Later we head towards Temuco, the capital city of the IX Region, where we’ll spend the night.
(Breakfast and lunch included).

Day 8:
TEMUCO – CHOL CHOL - PUCÓN (appr. 112km)

Early breakfast at the hotel. Today most of our activities will be focused and catered to the indigenous Mapuche culture. We’ll take a short trip around the city of Temuco where we see our first expressions of Mapuche art and crafts at the city’s local market. Then we will visit Fundación Chol – Chol, a foundation which works to help and support local Indigenous Mapuche women and their forestation projects. We will gather around the fire next to a traditional “Ruka” (meeting house) to hear how the foundation was created and to get to know its history and the tasks the Foundation had to solve to become a fair trade producer.

A local Mapuche lady will then explain to us some insights about the Mapuche culture and give us a demonstration of how the traditional Mapuche clothing is put on and worn, as well as showing us their very unusual silver jewelry. To a background of Mapuche music, lunch will be served inside the Ruka, giving us the opportunity to taste a variety of the traditional Mapuche foods. After lunch we will meet some of the Foundation Chol-Chol´s workers who will demonstrate to us their different working textile techniques, including how to dye and weave wools in the traditional way. As we continue on our journey, we head to Pucon where we will see the first sights of the majestic Villarrica Volcano as it begins to shine through the clear skies. As we descend towards the town of Villarrica, the massive presence of the deep blue Villarrica Lake will lead us to our next stop. Once in Pucon, we’ll check into our hotel to leave the evening free to have dinner in one of the many excellent restaurants that can be found here.
(Breakfast and lunch included).

Comments on Day 8:
The Mapuche are an indigenous population, originally living in the South of Chile and Argentina. Their name means “people of the earth”, the language spoken is Mapudungun. Some of the Mapuches in the south of the country managed to resist the Spanish conquerors for 300 years. Today, as a result of aggressive colonial economic models that lead to the indigenous people being exploited, and a variety of illnesses, they only represent 4% of the Chilean population. Many of them live in cities, but keep in strong connection with their original communities and still fight for the acknowledgement of their territories and culture.

Day 9:
PUCÓN

Breakfast will be served in the morning and then you are free until we head off to Pucon. Our tour will begin with an impressive scenery where will have the chance to take photos of the volcano and the lake, as well as going for a short walk. On clear days you can see remarkable views of the scenery including the lake on which Pucon sits in the distance. Later in the evening, we will have the chance to relax and have dinner in one of the many restaurants in the town.
(Breakfast included).

Day 10:
PUCÓN - PAILLACO – VALDIVIA

We check out of our hotel early to head to Paillaco, to meet ”Chino”, the charismatic man behind Apicoop, another of Traidcraft’s suppliers. Today we will meet the producers and learn about Traidcrafts latest product from Chile, blueberries. In the evening we will head to Valdivia, where we will enjoy a meal at the Kunstmann restaurant where they produce hundreds of different styles of beer, including the beer which uses Apicoops honey in its production process.
(Breakfast and lunch included).

Day 11:
VALDIVIA - PAILLACO

Today, after breakfast, we head back to the district of Paillaco where we will see Chino again, and visit Apicoops’ honey production facilities. We’ll be able to learn more about their production of honey, about the organization of the cooperative, we will meet the workers and afterwards some of the cooperatives beekeepers. After lunch we’ll hit the road again to Valdivia. The evening will be free for those who want to catch up on some rest or to discover the different attractions that can be found in town.
(Breakfast and lunch included).

Comments on Day 11:
The Beekeepers Co-operative (Apicoop) was established in 1997. Creating a co-operative meant also laying down the foundations for an independent social organization, which was deemed to be necessary for the economic reconstruction of the countryside that was devastated during the military dictatorship. Apicoop aims to develop apiculture as a supplementary income generating activity for rural families. More than hundred families of the Valdivia region work for it, 20% of them are of Mapuche origins. The benefits for the local community are ample: Farmers learning new technical, administrative and management skills, families increasing their income and thus being enabled to cover the school costs for their children.

Day 12:
VALDIVIA – SANTIAGO – PAIS DE DESTINO

After breakfast at the hotel, you will catch your flight back to Santiago where you will connect directly at Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport, with route to the UK. You will have some time to say goodbye to new friends and share some of your experiences before heading back home. You will arrive home in the afternoon of the following day.
(Breakfast included).

Notes:
- The prices are in USD per person (pp), net, not commissionable and are subject to change at the moment of reservation.
- Do not include items that are not mentioned above.
- The reservation will be confirmed once 100% of the payment is done. If the payment or deposit is not done by the specified date, SWA Chile has the right to cancel the reservation.
- Payment in Chilean pesos (CLP) or check at account: SOUTHWORLD ADVENTOURS LTDA, Banco del Estado de Chile, Cta No: 1714970.
- Payment in USD or check at account: SOUTHWORLD ADVENTOURS LTDA, Banco del Estado de Chile, Apoquindo 4615, las Condes, Santiago de Chile. Cta No: 31608024851, SWIFT: BECHCLRM
- Credit Card payment has an additional cost of 3, 6% of the value of the trip.
- The bus, minibus or van transfer includes passengers insurance; however it does not include additional accident insurance. For any additional information do not hesitate to contact us.

 

Note: We can arrange your flight from your home place to Punta Arenas in Chile. We would be happy to help you. Just let us know!

Day 1
PUNTA ARENAS – OTAWAY BAY– TORES DEL PAINE

This morning, you will have your group meeting at 8:00 am at Muños Gamero Square in Punta Arenas. Bring all your belongings with you because that’s when your adventure will begin.

After meeting with your group, guide and driver you will depart from Punta Arenas to visit the Natural Penguins Reserve in Otway Bay. Afterwards, you will head to Puerto Natales where you will have time to have lunch in one of the many restaurants that owns this town.

In the afternoon, you will drive to Torres del Paine National Park which was declared World Biosphere National Reserve by the UNESCO in 1978. Upon arrival at the Pehoé Campsite, you will set up your tents and have a nice meal in the middle of this amazing natural reserve.

Day 2
TORRES DEL PAINE

Today, after an early wake up and a tasty breakfast, you will depart from the campsite to reach Las Torres Hostelry from where you will begin your climb to the Torres del Paine base. During your climb, you will walk across the Ascencio River and follow it during 4 hours to arrive at the stunning lagoon of Torres del Paine base. Once there, you will have time to relax, enjoy the view and have lunch before returning to the campsite in the afternoon.

Day 3
TORRES DEL PAINE – GLACIER GREY – CONDOR BELVEDERE

In the morning, after breakfast, you will depart on a day trek to the Grey Lake. You will first visit the Park Management where you will be briefed about the park, get additional environmental information and be informed on the safety measures in use in the park. This stop will also provide you with photographs and maps showing the park features, different types of tours and information about local scientific researches.

Afterwards, you will head to the Grey Glacier Belvedere where you will walk around the iceberg path which will lead you to the Condor Belvedere where you can observe a 360 degrees view of the park. There you will have your lunch break before returning to the campsite in the afternoon.

Day 4
TORRES DEL PAINE – MILONDON CAVE – TIERRA DEL FUEGO – PORVENIR

In the morning, you will pack your camping gears, have breakfast and depart from the Torres del Paine National Park. On your way down to Tierra del Fuego, you will visit the Milodon Cave Natural Monument.

Afterwards, you will head to Punta Delgada which is located in the first strait of the Magellan passage. Later on, you will visit the San Gregorio Farm which was declared as a typical zone in 2001. Going south, you will cross by ferry to reach Tierra del Fuego and then continue on the road located between the Strait of Magellan and the Fuegian Pampas. There you will be able to observe many bird species.

In the afternoon you will arrive in Porvenir where you will have free time during the evening. We will spend the night in a nice accommodation before heading to our next destination.

Day 5
PORVENIR – ONAISIN – CAMERON – FAGNANO LAKE

This morning, you will depart from Porvenir and take the road that surrounds the Inutil Bay which has stunning views and many cattle belonging to the different typical farms located in this area. Afterwards, you will visit Onaisin, a village created near the Josefina Cove in 1893 by the Tierra del Fuego Operating Society.

After lunch, you will discover the Cameron village from where you will go into the Fuegian Pampas and observe huge herds of guanacos. Continuing towards the South, you will cross the Tierra del Fuego Mountain Range and see the beautiful Despreciado and Deseado Lakes before arriving, in the afternoon, to Fagnono Lake where you will install your camping gear, have dinner and sleep for the night.

Day 6
FAGNANO LAKE

Today, you will do different activities around Fagnano Lake. You, or the group, can either chose to do the Azopardo River, Fagnono’s Lake or Fuegian Woods trek. Doing one or the other you will learn about different problems of the Fuegian Woods such as the problems that the beavers brought years ago by the fur operators caused. After your activity you will enjoy a typical Fuegian barbecue at the campsite.

Day 7
FAGNANO – TIERRA DEL FUEGO FARMS – PORVENIR

Today, you will pack your camping gears and you will take the road to Porvenir. During the drive, you will have the chance to see different farms. Further, while crossing the Carmen Sylvia Mountain Range, you will be able to witness clear views of the Atlantic Coast since the road you will be taking is parallel to the Argentinean border.

On your arrival in Porvenir, you will have time to relax and enjoy your time in this lovely town; afterwards we will spend the night in a nice accommodation.

Day 8
PORVENIR – PUNTA ARENAS - SANTIAGO

Today, you will have a visit of Porvenir, the capital town of Tierra del Fuego province. Afterwards, you will take the ferry to cross the Magellan Strait and arrive in Punta Arenas in the afternoon.

From there, you will be transferred to the airport to catch your flight back to Santiago.

Including
Coordinating guide, support guide and driver, with wide experience in trips throughout the area
Camping accommodation in Doite tents, for 2 or 3 people, including self-inflatable light mattresses. For the passenger travelling alone, there will be a personal tent
Meals according to schedule (7 breakfasts, 7 box lunch, 6 dinners, 1 barbecue)
Ferry ticket

N.B. The trip description is subject to change according to the company’s availabilities.

Day 1
On this tour we get to know different people and artists who will initiate us into their typical Chilean crafts. We learn more about their culture, their life and people in rural areas. We have the opportunity to buy unique Chilean souvenirs and to expend our knowledge about this culture.
In the morning we leave Santiago and travel south. During the trip we enjoy the wonderful scenery. Almost two hours away is the small village Doñihue where we see the traditional production of Chamantos, a Chilean costume, and then get to know the homemade liqueurs of Sra Henríquez.
The journey takes us then to another rural village, Huique, where we will have lunch in the famous Tortillería of the village. After lunch, we get to see artful crafts from dried maize leaves.
Just thirty minutes away from Almahue we will visit a small business that offers ecological products made of honey. Equipped with all the experiences, impressions, souvenirs and photos we finally get on the road to our accommodation in Rancagua.

Day 2
We leave Rancagua after breakfast for about 100 km south to Curico in order to get to know the culture of the Región de Maule. In Curico we visit a privately owned butcher shop and get to know the work there. Then we try homemade liqueurs of the "Placeres de Placido" and have lunch in the Cocinería of Doña Berta.
In the afternoon, our tour continues in the neighboring town named Talca, where we meet a lady who introduces us to her crafts made of clay. After that we have the opportunity to explore the city before a short ride to Linares begins. There we move into our Cabañas for that night. The evening is at leisure. You could use the provided spa treatments and / or try one of the restaurants in town.

Day 3
We drive approximately 1.5 hours to reach the Zoological Park of Quillón and discover the particularities of the local flora and fauna. We will have lunch together in Chillán, afterwards we will visit the artists market with typical goods of the Bío Bío Region. After this experience you will have time at leisure and could attend a city tour or explore the city on your own, before we move into our hotel rooms.

Day 4
Just under two hours to the south we reach this morning Mulchén. Here we get to know a producer of dried fruits and learn more about his work. After the lunch boxes are emptied, we visit the "Molino Mulchén", a privately managed mill which has not been expelled yet by the modern life. It offers many delicious and hand processed products and lots of years of history.
After that our return to Santiago begins unhurriedly, where we will arrive in the night.

Including
Bilingual guide English / Spanish
Transfer
Daily Lunch, one dinner
3 nights with breakfast
Entrance fees

Information
When: all year
Where: Region de Libertador General Bernardo O'Higgins, Región de Maule, Region of Bío-Bío-
Duration: 4 days / 3 nights
Equipment: comfortable shoes, water bottle, camera, sunscreen

Literally
Day 1
08:00 am: Pick up at hotel and departure to Doñihue
10:00 am: Tour in Doñihue
11:30 am: Departure to Huique
13:30 pm: Arrival in Huique and lunch
15:00 pm: Tour in Huique
16:00 pm: Departure to Almahue
17:00 pm: Presentation of products from honey
18:00 pm: Departure to Rancagua
19:00 pm: Moving into Accommodations

Day 2
08:00 am: Breakfast
09:00 am: Arrival in Curico, Tour Butcher’s
11:30 am: Licores Artesanales
13:00 pm: Lunch at Doña Berta
15:30 pm: Arrival in Talca, visit of crafts made of clay
16:30 pm: Stroll through Talca
18:00 pm: Departure to Linares
19:00 pm: Moving into Cabañas

Day 3
07:00 am: Common breakfast
08:00 am: Drive to Quillón
09:30 am: Arrival and tour of the Zoological Park
12:30 pm: Departure to Chillán
13:30 pm: Lunch and Artists Market
15:00 pm: Leisure
17:30 pm: Check in at Hotel
18:30 pm: Dinner

Day 4
08:00 am: Breakfast
09:00 am: Drive to Mulchén
11:00 am: Meeting with the producers of dried fruits
12:30 pm: Lunch / Picnic
14:00 pm: Guided tour of the "Molino Mulchén"
15:30 pm: Return to Santiago
21:30 pm: Arrival in Santiago

Notes:
- The prices are in USD per person (pp), net, not commissionable and are subject to change at the moment of reservation.
- Do not include items that are not mentioned above.
- The reservation will be confirmed once 100% of the payment is done. If the payment or deposit is not done by the specified date, SWA Chile has the right to cancel the reservation.
- Payment in Chilean pesos (CLP) or check at account: SOUTHWORLD ADVENTOURS LTDA, Banco del Estado de Chile, Cta No: 1714970.
- Payment in USD or check at account: SOUTHWORLD ADVENTOURS LTDA, Banco del Estado de Chile, Apoquindo 4615, las Condes, Santiago de Chile. Cta No: 31608024851, SWIFT: BECHCLRM
- Credit Card payment has an additional cost of 3, 6% of the value of the trip.
- The bus, minibus or van transfer includes passengers insurance; however it does not include additional accident insurance. For any additional information do not hesitate to contact us.

Day 1
SANTIAGO – EASTER ISLAND – EASTER ISLAND SECTOR ORONGO

On your arrival at the Easter Island Airport in the early afternoon, you will be welcomed by the Islanders with a typical flower necklace before going to meet your driver who will be waiting for you to bring you to your selected hotel.

Once your check-in will be completed, you will leave for a 3 hours tour in the Orongo Sector of the Easter Island.

This tour will bring you to a visit of the cave Ana Kai Tangata which is famous for its many paintings which decorate its walls. Its name was given by the Islanders ancestors and can be translated as “Man-eating cave”. Afterwards, you will head to Ahu Vinapu, an archeological site where you will see one of the largest Ahu of the Easter Island. Later on, you will have the chance to observe the volcano Rano Kau and have an amazing view of Hanga Roa, the Easter Island’s capital city. Finally, you will visit the Orongo Ceremonial Center where birdman competitions or Tangata Manu, as called on the island, take usually place.

After the tour you will have the evening free to relax and discover the area by yourself.

Day 2
EASTER ISLAND SECTOR AKIVI

Today, you will take part in a 3 hours tour around the Akivi Sector. Your first stop will be at Ahu Akivi where you will discover an Ahu with seven Moai gazing at the Pacific Ocean. Your second stop will be at the cavern of Te Pahu, an impressive cave where Islanders ancestors were living. Finally, your third stop will be at the Puna Pau’s crater. Years ago, people extract the red scoria rock from this crater to build the Pukao for the Moai.

The rest of the day will be free to relax, to do a bit of “souvenirs” shopping or to enjoy tasty dishes at one of the many restaurants the Island has to offer.

Day 3
EASTER ISLAND

In the morning, your guide will come and pick you up at your hotel to begin a 7 hours tour around the Easter Island. You will start your journey in Hanga Roa following the Southern Costal Road to several stunning places.

First of all, you will visit Ahu Vaihu which has 8 Moai laying in a strange way that we want to let you discover on the spot. Afterwards, you will head to Ahu Akahanga where you can encounter a large fallen Maoi. Further on the Southern Costal Road, you will stop at Rano Raraku, a place well known for its stunning volcano. There you will have your meal which, depending on the tour option you took, will be included or not. Later on, you will take the road again to reach Ahu Tongariki where 15 Moai were re-erected by a Japanese company in the 1990’s. At your next stop, Ahu Te Pito Kura, you will have the chance to observe a Moai that is so big that only its ears measure 2 meters long. Finally, you will visit Ahu Nau-Nau before heading to Anakena’s beach.

After this long day you will be happy to enjoy a last dinner on the Easter Island.

Day 4
EASTER ISLAND – SANTIAGO

It is already time to say goodbye to the stunning Easter Island and take your plane back to Santiago.

Including
Transfer Airport/Hotel/Airport in Easter Island, regular service
A welcoming flower necklace
3 nights of accommodation in a selected hotel, including breakfasts
Half day excursion to Ahu Akivi, regular service
Half day excursion to Orongo, regular service
All day excursion, regular service

N.B. The trip description is subject to change according to your flights schedules and the company’s availabilities.

Day 1
HOMETOWN – SANTIAGO

On your arrival at Santiago’s Airport, your transfer will be waiting for you to bring you to your hotel. Afterwards, you will have some free time to discover the city with all it has to offer: restaurants, coffees, bars, shops, etc.

Day 2
CHILEAN VINEYARDS

Today we will focus on Chilean vine. In order to do so, we will visit two different vineyards in the surroundings of Santiago.

One of our stops will lead us to the vineyard Concha y Toro, the largest and perhaps most important exporter of wine in Chile. Founded in 1883, it sits on a beautiful park next to the old family mansion dating from before the turn of the century. The visit to the vineyard includes a tour of the facilities and of the historical museum. Afterwards, you will have the opportunity to taste some wines before your return to Santiago.

Day 3
SANTIAGO – MENDOZA

Today you will take your transfer to go to Santiago’s Airport to catch your flight to Mendoza. On your arrival in Mendoza, your transfer will be waiting for you to bring you to your hotel. During the rest of the day you will be free to walk around the city and visit by yourself to discover the many attractions, restaurants and shops of Mendoza.

Day 4
MENDOZA CITY TOUR

In the morning, you will be picked up at your hotel to go on a half day tour around Mendoza. This excursion will make you discover some of the most beautiful places of the city. It will start in the old city where Mendoza was created. Afterwards, you will discover the shopping neighborhood as well as the microcenter, the Civico neighborhood and later on the General San Martin Park where you can enjoy the famous Cerro de la Gloria, the Griego Frank Romero Day World Cup stadium and theater, and the Vendimia National Party place.

The rest of the day will be free for you to relax and enjoy Mendoza!

Day 5
VINERIES AROUND MENDOZA

After we have already tasted the delicious Chilean vine, today we have the possibility to compare it to some Argentinean vineries. The region of Mendoza is widely known for its vineyards, especially for the Malbec. Therefore we will also visit two different vineyards around Mendoza today.

Day 6
DEPARTURE FROM MENDOZA

Today is already the time to say goodbye to Mendoza, take your transfer to the airport and catch your flight.

Including
Transfer Airport/Hotel/Airport in Santiago, private service.
2 nights at the Hotel Presidente in Santiago, breakfast included.
Visit to Viña Concha y Toro and another Vineyard, private service.
Transfer Airport/Hotel/Airport in Mendoza, private service.
3 nights in the selected hotel, breakfast included.
Half day city and surroundings tour, regular service.
Visit of two vineries around Mendoza, private servica.

N.B. The trip description is subject to change according to your flights schedules and the company’s availabilities.

On this tour we get to know different people and artists who will initiate us into their typical Chilean crafts. We learn more about the rural life and we will get the chance to buy unique souvenirs.
In the morning we leave Santiago and travel south. Almost two hours away is the small village Doñihue where we see the traditional production of Chamantos, a Chilean costume, and then discover the homemade liqueurs of Sra Henríquez.

The journey takes us out to Huique, another rural village, and at its famous tortillería we will have lunch.
After lunch we get artful crafts from dried corn leaves to see before going to the next spot.

Just half an hour away is Almahue, where we will visit a small business which manufactures wonderful ecological products, made from honey. Equipped with all the experiences, impressions, souvenirs and photos of this day we have to depart to Santiago again.

Including:
Bilingual guide english / spanish
Transfer Hotel / Tour / Hotel
Having lunch

Other:
When: all year
Where: Region Rancagua
Duration: Day tour
Equipment: comfortable shoes, water bottle, camera

literally:
08:00 clock: Pick up at hotel and departure to Doñihue
10:00 clock: Tour in Doñihue
11:30 clock: Departure to Huique
13:30 clock: Arrival in Huique and lunch
15:00 clock: Tour in Huique
16:00 clock: Departure to Almahue
17:30 clock: Return to Santiago
20:00 clock: Arrival in Santiago

Notes:
- The prices are in USD per person (pp), net, not commissionable and are subject to change at the moment of reservation.
- Do not include items that are not mentioned above.
- The reservation will be confirmed once 100% of the payment is done. If the payment or deposit is not done by the specified date, SWA Chile has the right to cancel the reservation.
- Payment in Chilean pesos (CLP) or check at account: SOUTHWORLD ADVENTOURS LTDA, Banco del Estado de Chile, Cta No: 1714970.
- Payment in USD or check at account: SOUTHWORLD ADVENTOURS LTDA, Banco del Estado de Chile, Apoquindo 4615, las Condes, Santiago de Chile. Cta No: 31608024851, SWIFT: BECHCLRM
- Credit Card payment has an additional cost of 3, 6% of the value of the trip.
- The bus, minibus or van transfer includes passengers insurance; however it does not include additional accident insurance. For any additional information do not hesitate to contact us.

We depart on a journey of 2 hours towards the South of the country. Leaving Santiago and passing through the wine country, we stop to visit the small Los Robles Winery, a Chilean Fair Trade producer. We start the day with learning more about Los Robles, how it became involved in Fair Trade and their various activities, before seeing around the winery. After hearing explanations about the production process, take the chance to taste some of their fine wines. After lunch, we head to the countryside to visit some of the workers who benefit from Los Robles Fair Trade initiatives to improve the workers' quality of life. We go inside a local worker’s house, which has been amplified to offer better living conditions, before heading to one of the vineyards where an interesting sustainability project is going on.

Includes:
Bilingual guide English / Spanish
Transfer Hotel / Tour / Hotel
Visit vineyard

Not included:
Items not mentioned.

Others:
When: All year
Where: Vineyard Los Robles
Duration: Full Day
Equipment: Comfortable shoes, water bottle, camera

Notes:
- The prices are in USD per person (pp), net, not commissionable and are subject to change at the moment of reservation.
- Do not include items that are not mentioned above.
- The reservation will be confirmed once 100% of the payment is done. If the payment or deposit is not done by the specified date, SWA Chile has the right to cancel the reservation.
- Payment in Chilean pesos (CLP) or check at account: SOUTHWORLD ADVENTOURS LTDA, Banco del Estado de Chile, Cta No: 1714970.
- Payment in USD or check at account: SOUTHWORLD ADVENTOURS LTDA, Banco del Estado de Chile, Apoquindo 4615, las Condes, Santiago de Chile. Cta No: 31608024851, SWIFT: BECHCLRM
- Credit Card payment has an additional cost of 3,6% of the value of the trip.
- The bus, minibus or van transfer includes passengers insurance; however it does not include additional accident insurance. For any additional information do not hesitate to contact us.

This tour includes some of the main streets, neighborhoods and palaces in the city of Viña del Mar and Valparaiso. First you will visit Valparaiso’s cable cars and hills which will enable you to appreciate the stunning views it offers. The city is also known as the Jewel of the Pacific and you will be able to enjoy the colorful houses and the streets full of art which give Valparaiso such a unique character. You will also be able to visit the port of the city and other important monuments.
The second stop of our day leads you to the neighboring city of Viña del Mar, where you can enjoy for example the beaches which attract a lot of tourists from all over the country. After a day full of nice experiences and images, we will take our way back to Santiago.

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Bilingual Guide
Private transfers Hotel/ Place of the activity/Hotel
Tour
Snack

 

 

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Visit Isla Negra where the sea calmed the famous Chilean poet and Nobel Prize winner for Literature, Pablo Neruda. Of his many homes Isla Negra was always considered as his favorite one. This visit will take you to his home on the island where you will be able to see its impressive collection of miniatures, boats, ships, seashells and many more interesting things. This was a place where he could relax with his friends and spend hours talking. It was also home to Delia del Carril, an engraver, painter and the second wife of Pablo Neruda.

After visiting the house you will continue on a tour of the area, driving south through the coastal towns of El Tabo, Las Cruces, San Sebastian and Cartagena, before taking the road to Pomaire. This area is known for its well-preserved traditions and customs as shown in the pottery techniques used by the local artisans. You will have the opportunity to learn about the methods used in the production of clay, a typical product of the area, and watch a wide variety of works on offer before returning to Santiago.

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Bilingual Guide
Private transfers Hotel/ Place of the activity/Hotel
Tour
Snack

 

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Located at the end of the Cajon del Maipo, El Morado is without a doubt one of the most beautiful places in the metropolitan area.

Your horses will be waiting for you on arrival and after a brief introduction about safety; you will go on your excursion. It will take you to an Andean valley where, in spring, you can spot hundreds of flowers.

Included
Bilingual Guide
Private transfers Hotel/ Place of the activity/Hotel
Horseback riding activity
Snack

 

Tour Details
The trekking starts with an hour of walk before reaching the first stop of the day.
Further, you will hike uphill for about 2 hours while enjoying the beautiful nature that will surround you. Once at the next stop, you will have a refreshing snack and your guide will explain to you the different features of the mountain formations in the area.
Furthermore, you will walk half an hour to get to Altos del Naranjo. This sector is the most scenic place to observe the different views of the valleys.

The summit will be your last major stop before completing your journey. This stop is obviously the most spectacular due to the sweeping views of the valley of Santiago, the Andes peaks lining the horizon and the huge native trees that create shade Quillay weary travelers. This summit helps you to imagine Santiago 500 years ago. From Altos del Naranjo you will make a half-hour descent to Ñilhue Bridge where your transport will be waiting for you.

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Bilingual Guide
Private transfers Hotel/ Place of the activity/Hotel
Trekking activity
Snack

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The Cerro Provincia is the most visited summit of the Sierra de Ramón, located in the mountains east of Santiago.
Cerro Provincia is a dry hill with a typical landscape of the pre-cordillera Andes of Central Chile.
During your ascension to the top you will have the chance to observe some of the Chilean fauna and flora. Be prepared to find colder temperature in the last third of the climb due to the altitude, wind and heat loss. On the way you will stop for a rest and a snack, before climbing to the summit.

From the top, you will have a view of all the Central Valley to the Cordillera de la Costa.

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Bilingual Guide
Transfer Privado Hotel/Place of the Activity/Hotel
Trekking
Snack

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This tour will give you the opportunity to see a side of Santiago which many visitors miss. We will meet next to metro station Baquedano in front of the Teatro Universidad de Chile. From here we will cycle through the Parque Forestal alongside the Mapocho River towards the Central Market and Mapocho station. We can stop for a while in the market to see what’s on offer before proceeding through Parque de los Reyes (Park of the Kings) to calle Brasil from where we can begin our exploration of the Brasil and Yungay districts, the latter being one of the most characteristic and picturesque districts in Santiago with beautiful architecture and palm trees.

We will go through Plaza Brasil and visit the tiny Concha y Toro district before continuing to the museum-packed Parque Quinta Normal where we can have our picnic beside the lagoon.
Our journey continues back through the centre of Santiago stopping off in the charming Paris-Londres district with its European architecture before finally reaching the Bohemian Barrio Lastarria where we will finish our travel.

Included
Bilingual guide
Bike Tour
Cycling gears (helmet, bike)
Water

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Chile has a rich and varied history which is best to discover in 4 famous museums of Santiago.

First, stop by the Pre-Colombian Art Museum near the Plaza de Armas which chronicles around 4,500 years of Central and South American civilizations before the arrival of the Spanish in 1492. Discover artwork, statues, jewelry and ceramics from a variety of indigenous cultures, including the ancient Chinchorro mummies from northern Chile which are 2,000 years older than the Egyptian equivalent.

Continue the journey through Chilean history and visit the Colonial Museum. It displays amongst other arts a collection of colonial religious paintings, silverworks, and a replica of Gabriela Mistral’s Nobel Literature medal, which she was awarded in 1945.

Next stop is the Church of St Francis, Santiago’s oldest surviving colonial building. The church’s foundation stones were laid in 1572, but it was not finished until 1618. Since then, parts of it have been rebuilding after earthquake damages but it has mainly survived in its original state.

Drive south of the centre to the Cousiño Palace, one of Santiago’s most spectacular mansions. Dating from 1871, this palace was built by the wealthy Cousiño-Goyenechea family, who made their fortune from wine-making, coal and silver mining. It is full of beautiful furniture and artworks which were brought over from France in the family’s cargo ships. Opened as a museum in 1977, it was declared a National Monument in 1981. Descendants of the family still own the Cousiño Macul vineyards today.

Included
Bilingual Guide
Private transfers Hotel/ Place of the activity/Hotel
Cultural Tour
Entrance to the museums

 

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You will begin your adventure in these two blocks of 15 meters high, where you will enjoy an unforgettable climbing experience.

You will also have the chance to appreciate the cliff and a path where you can have a walk to the river bed. After making this strenuous activity, you will enjoy a delicious snack!

Included
Bilingual Guide
Private transfers Hotel/Place of the activity/Hotel
Climbing activity
Climbing gears
Snack

In case you have any other special wishes for your travel, feel free to contact us at any time. Do you want to do a trekking tour with a guide at a certain destination? Do you like to do a horse ride in the beautiful nature the landscapes around Santiago have to offer? Are you interested in Rafting or other adventures? Just write us a mail with your own specific wishes and ideas and we will see what kind of offer we can present to you.