Scenic Private Andes Tour near Santiago with outdoor picnic

Santiago Metropolitan Region, Chile



Witness the landscapes of the Andes on a half-day private tour from Santiago. Venture into the foothills of the Andes and be awed by the snow-capped peaks. Enjoy Chilean wine and cheese tasting.

Highlights

  • Venture into the majestic foothills of the Andes Mountains
  • Sample some superb cheese and wine from Chile
  • Visit the popular ski resort area of the Valle Nevado

Description

Depart Santiago and journey towards the majestic Andes Mountains by private vehicle, and sit back and relax on the epic road trip! Journey for approximately 1 hour into the foothills of the mountains in the scenic Valle Nevado.

Travel along a winding, 25-mile long road, gaining altitude with each bend in the road. Stop at some of the strategic lookouts to take in the magnificent panoramas. Taste some delicious cheese and wine from Chile at one of the dramatic lookout points.

Head deeper into the world famous ski resort of the Valle Nevado, where the altitude reaches 3,000 meters (9,843 feet) above sea level. Get back to nature on a walk at a lookout and take some photos of the cinematic landscape. Keep your eyes open for wildlife such as the indigenous foxes and the magnificent condors of the skies above you. In winter, you will be provided with snowshoes at the lookouts so that you can walk on the snowy scenery with ease!

Includes

  • Pick-up and drop off at your hotel in Santiago
  • Transportation by private vehicle
  • Bilingual guide
  • Cheese and wine tasting
  • Bottled water
  • Snowshoes (if needed)

Excludes

  • Personal insurance
  • Tips

Important Information

  • Pickup is included from hotels in Santiago city. Pickup from hotels in the airport area (Pudahuel) has an extra charge of USD 30 per group, paid directly to the provider before the tour

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund

Frequently Asked Questions

The tour includes a private vehicle trip from Santiago into the Andes foothills, visits to lookouts with mountain panoramas, sampling Chilean cheese and wine, and a stop at the Valle Nevado ski resort area.
The tour takes place in the Andes Mountains near Santiago, Chile, specifically in the scenic Valle Nevado area.
The drive from Santiago to Valle Nevado takes approximately one hour along a 25-mile winding mountain road.
Yes, the tour includes tasting some superb Chilean cheese and wine during an outdoor picnic in the Andes foothills.
This is a private tour where you travel by private vehicle from Santiago into the Andes.
It's recommended to bring layered clothing for variable mountain weather; picnic provisions are included with local wines and cheeses.
The tour can be taken year-round, but weather conditions vary; check the tour website for current seasonal recommendations in Chile.
Yes, the tour stops at strategic lookouts along the route for scenic photography of the Andes and valleys.
Valle Nevado is accessible year-round, with skiing available in winter and hiking or sightseeing in summer; check their website for seasonal activities.
Yes, the private nature of the tour allows for customizable pacing making it suitable for both children and seniors.

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