From Santiago: Colchagua Valley Wine Route Day Tour
Providencia, Santiago, Chile
Discover the Colchagua Valley on a day trip from Santiago. Visit the Viña Montes winery and the Clos Apalta winery, and enjoy a 3-course lunch with wine pairings at the Fuegos de Apalta restaurant.
Viña Montes and Clos Apalta Wine Tour in Colchagua Valley
This guided day trip from Santiago suits wine enthusiasts wanting to explore Colchagua Valley's wineries and landscapes.
Highlights
- Guided tour and premium wine tasting at Viña Montes winery
- Lunch with wine pairing at Fuegos de Apalta restaurant (lunch paid directly)
- Visit Clos Apalta winery, awarded Most Extraordinary Winery
- Explore Chile’s top wine route in Colchagua Valley
- Admire scenic views around Santa Cruz
Description
Depart from Santiago and travel to Colchagua Valley, enjoying the landscapes around Santa Cruz en route. At Viña Montes, take a vineyard walk followed by a guided tour of the winery where premium wines are produced and aged in the barrel room accompanied by Gregorian chants.
Visit the wine and souvenir shop offering Montes wine selections at discounted prices. Then proceed to Fuegos de Apalta restaurant for a lunch accompanied by wine pairings, set amidst the vineyards.
After lunch, tour Clos Apalta winery, known for its remarkable seven-story underground cellar designed by Chilean architect Roberto Benavente Riquelme. Learn about its award-winning winemaking facilities before returning to Santiago.
Includes
- Transport from Santiago to Colchagua Valley and back
- Guided tours at Viña Montes and Clos Apalta
- Premium wine tasting at Viña Montes
- Wine tasting at Clos Apalta
Excludes
- Personal expenses
- Lunch (paid directly at the restaurant)
- Tips
Cancellation Policy
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.
For the best experience, book in advance and bring comfortable shoes for walking. The tour operates year-round, with spring and autumn offering mild weather ideal for wine tasting.
