Duration: 4 Days
Hola, Santiago! We love your art galleries, daring designs, irresistible eateries, and electrifying nightlife, not to mention your perfectly poised setting between the snow-capped Andes and the Chilean coastline. You are everything we love about cosmopolitan Chile! This Independence by Globus holiday in Santiago takes you through the historic streets to trace the city’s bold history and legendary landmarks in the heart of its colonial core. Enjoy the independent I-time you deserve with free time to explore the legendary Chilean wine country, or the captivating coastal cities of Viña del Mar and Valparaiso. Salud, Santiago!
Traveller Notes
- Transportation: As outlined in the day-by-day itinerary
- Guides: In Santiago
Please note: Itinerary is based on 2024, and is subject to change. Full details will be confirmed in 2024.
Welcome to Santiago, Chile's scenic capital between the Pacific Ocean and the Andes. With a coastline over 2,650 miles long, Chile is more than 10 times longer than it is wide. With a distinctly European style accented with Latin flair, Santiago is one of South America's most sophisticated and modern cities.
Located in the centre of the country, Santiago has evolved as the country's political, commercial, and cultural capital. Step back into the 16th century on your private tour, as your Local Guide traces the city's history and heritage.
Start at La Moneda, the official Government Palace, and nearby San Cristobal Hill with its landmark statue of the Virgin Mary. Your tour ends at the Plaza de Armas, the main square, with a visit to the 18th-century Cathedral. (B)
Today is at leisure to explore Santiago as you please. (B)
Today's I-Time Tips
Perhaps take a trip to the beautiful coastal region west of Santiago and the cities of Valparaiso and Vina del Mar, or head into Chile's famous wine country to visit some of its renowned wineries.
Your holiday ends after breakfast this morning. (B)
