Torres del Paine National Park
Torres del Paine National Park, with its iconic granite towers, is one of the most popular destinations in Patagonia. It is most famous for the W Trek, but dig deeper and you'll …
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See Swoop's suggestions for where to stay and what to do on your visit to Chile's capital city. You could take a wine tour of Chile's wine region, a walking tour of the city or a visit to Valparaiso town.
Swoop's Sally has guided hundreds of visitors around Santiago over the last 8 years.
Read her recommended Walking Tour route for seeing very best sites of Santiago in an afternoon.
Colonial buildings of Santiago de Chile
A variety of local companies offer day hikes, biking trips, and walking city tours in and around Santiago.
We have lots of these day trips, to find one that suits you please contact us.
There is some fantastic evening entertainment available in Santiago to suit all tastes.
For example, a new and innovative dinner show combines Chilean cuisine with a journey through Chile's culture, allowing guests to both watch and participate- you can even get up and join the dancers if you wish! Get in touch to find out more!
Read more about where to Eat and Drink in Santiago.
Although Santiago is a sprawling city, the city centre is quite compact with many of the historic buildings, bars and restaurants nestled together in just a few neighbourhoods. Read on our blog a little description of each neighbourhood so you can see which area you think might suit you best.
Santiago is the gateway to Chilean Patagonia's mountain peaks, glacial valleys, and coastal fjords.
Read more about Hotels in Santiago.
4 Days £607
Get to know Santiago’s fascinating history, culture and scenery on a half day city tour of Santiago’s iconic sights. Escape to the colourful port city of Valparaiso which you’ll explore in the afternoon after a spot of wine tasting at the Casablanca Valley.
This is the classic way to experience Santiago & Valparaiso and is one of our most popular trips. You can combine this with ‘Classics’ in other parts of Chile and Argentina to tailor your 2-3 week holiday.
Colourful houses in Valparaiso
This peaceful retreat just outside bustling Santiago is ideal for both wine lovers and those simply wanting some R&R at the end of their adventure.
Taking a walking tour of the vineyards at Matetic
We liked our hotel and location, and Marcello was an excellent guide. We closed our trip with an afternoon in Valparaiso, which was much more interesting. Read the full review
Travelled: February 2023
Nate Link - USA
We had a very good guide who touched on all the important and practical travel issues such as currency, water, safety etc. He also gave us a good understanding of present day Santiago, and a bit of its history. Read the full review
Travelled: December 2022
Teresa Chow - USA
We had a great city tour, saw a lot and learned about the political climate. Read the full review
Travelled: December 2019
Karen Belding - United States Of America
The hotel was very good and in a great location. Our guide was great – so knowledgable about the city and the country, and so good at answering all our questions. I highly recommend him. We learned so much. His recommendations for dinner and sights were also good. Read the full review
Travelled: February 2019
Mary Lou Bell - United States Of America
Santiago is a big city, but Swoop did a great job putting us up in the right part of town. We spent a day and half walking the area, city markets, and climbing the hills, and a half day in the wine country. Hotel was perfect and had an awesome rooftop bar/restaurant. Pickup at the airport with a driver and English speaking guide was a great way to start our trip. She gave us the layout of the land and expedited our check in process. Read the full review
Travelled: February 2019
Brian McIntyre - United States Of America
Review:
Chile's lively, bustling historic port city is famous for its eclectic mix of UNESCO protected architecture, its multi-coloured houses, turn of the century funiculars that still transport people up to the surrounding hills, world-class street art and delicious fresh seafood. Visit the house of the Noble Prize winner Pablo Neruda or spend a day visiting the vineyards of the near by Casablanca Valley.
Torres del Paine National Park, with its iconic granite towers, is one of the most popular destinations in Patagonia. It is most famous for the W Trek, but dig deeper and you'll …
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Remote, beautiful and with one of the most famous road-trip roads in the world, Aysen is a destination for those seeking the best of Patagonia without the crowds.
We'll spend some time listening to your aspirations, then discuss the kind of experience that might suit you.
Next we'll discuss the options, shortlist the best trips for you and present you our impartial recommendations.
We'll place a 24 hour hold on your preferred option - without obligation - whilst we talk through the details.
Get in touch today to talk about your dreams for your trip. Whether it’s a 2-week or 2-month adventure, you’re travelling independently or in a big group, you want to see Patagonia in comfort or discover challenging hikes, we’d love to help.
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