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SANTIAGO

       Chile’s bustling capital has always been an
       important metropolis and is now a thriving
       city where French classic baroque and
       Spanish colonial architecture combine
       effortlessly with modern buildings. The
       city’s diversity is showcased through its
       many, distinct neighbourhoods, making it
       the perfect place to explore on foot.

       SEE
       •  Admire ancient artworks at Museo Chileno
        de Arte Precolombino

       DO
       •  Spend a morning or full day visiting the
        vineyards of the Casablanca Valley
       EAT & DRINK                          Santiago
       •  Stop at the popular Central Market for a
        delicious seafood lunch                                Park Cerro
                                            La Vega Central    San Cristóbal Av. Carlos Reed
                                             de Santiago
       WHAT’S ON                                  Av. Recoleta  Dominica
       Viña del Mar Song Festival, Viña del Mar                  Población
       23 to 28 February                                      Pio Nono  León Xiii  Av. Providencia
       Santiago International Film Festival       Plaza de Armas  Costanera Nte.
                                                    Costanera Nte.
       August (dates to be confirmed)        Central       Lastarria
                                             Market   Merced  3
       Independence Day                     Museo Chileno de Arte  2
       18 to 19 September                     Precolombiano      Ramón Carnicer
                                                                  Gral Bustamante
       TRANSFERS                            Av. Libertador Bernardo O'Higgins   José Victorino Lastarria  Cerro San Cristobal
       From Santiago Airport to/from Santiago one way                 Seminario       HOTELS                   PAGE
       (19km):                                    San Isidro                      1   CasaSur Charming Hotel  ◆◆◆  45
                            *
       By private car (1 to 4 people): $146  per vehicle.          Gral Bustamante  Italia    2   Hotel Cumbres Lastarria  ◆◆◆◆  45
       Ask for prices with private guide.      ATTRACTION             1           3   The Singular Santiago  ◆◆◆◆◆  45





















       PANORAMIC CITY TOUR                  SANTA RITA WINERY TOUR              COLOURS OF VALPARAISO
       During this tour, visit La Moneda – the current seat of   This half day tour to Santa Rita winery, only 45 minutes   Prepare the senses to discover Valparaiso through its
       Government and the former national congress – an   from Santiago, pairs a wine tasting with local history.   traditions, artistic expression, and cultural idiosyncrasies.
       18th century cathedral and Santa Lucia Hill. Nearby   Founded in 1880 this historic property was among the   Journey to the shores of the Pacific to admire the
       is the Central Market, famous for its seafood and   first to pioneer plantings of European grape varieties in   colourful houses, graffiti and murals and historic hillside
       seafood restaurants. Head to the charming and artistic   Chile. The tour includes a visit to the famous Cellar of the   elevators of this UNESCO World Heritage Listed site.
       neighbourhoods of Lastarria and Bellas Artes featuring   120 Patriots, the park, the chapel and the Roman bath.   Discover Chilean culture and traditions outside Santiago
       the Forest Park, the Fine Arts Museum and the National   A premium wine tasting served with cheese and dried   and experience the city’s bohemian lifestyle aboard public
       Library. Pass by Avenida Italia and finish the tour exploring   fruits follows. Before heading back to Santiago stroll   transportation. Take a ride on the famous Ascensores de
       El Golf. El Golf is also nicknamed ‘Sanhattan’ owing to   through on-site Andean Museum.  Valparaiso – unique hillside elevators that date back to
       the predominance of high modern building in the area.                    the 19th century.
                                            Includes:
       Includes:                            • Local English-speaking guide      Includes:
       • Local English-speaking guide       • Informative commentary            • Local English-speaking guide
       • Informative commentary             • Return private transfers from accommodation  • Lunch • Local transport
       • Return transfers from accommodation
                                            Duration:  4 hours                  Duration:   4 hours
       Duration:  4 hours                   Departs:   Tue to Sun from Santiago    Departs:   Mon to Thu from Pajaritos Metro Station,
       Departs:   Daily from Santiago at 8am, 2pm  at 10:30am, 1:30pm, 3:15pm          Santiago at 10am
                                            Not suitable for children under 12 yrs.  Not suitable for children under 12 yrs.
                             Adult/Child                            Adult
                                                                      *
                                 *
       1 Jan – 31 Dec 20      $196 ^        1 Jan – 31 Dec 20     $597 ^                                Adult
       ^ Minimum 2 people.                  ^ Minimum 2 people.                 1 Jan – 31 Dec 20       $126 *
         *  Prices are a guide only, subject to change and availability and are in New Zealand Dollars. From prices for accommodation are per room per night for 2 people, unless otherwise specified and based on the lowest room category for
   44    travel in low season. Prices for tours and transfers are per person, unless otherwise specified. For full terms and conditions including pricing and conditions, refer to the Booking Conditions at the back of this brochure.
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