Santiago de Chile
Santiago, Chile’s capital, is a sophisticated modern city that still conserves its colonial charm found on the central square and surrounding streets. Spanish Conquistadors led by Pizarro founded the city in 1541. Today the city caters to all kinds of travelers, offering a great selection of historic sites, excellent restaurants, museums and art galleries, having the imposing Andes Mountains as a backdrop.
La Casona
La Casona at Matetic Vineyards is located about 1:30 hour from Santiago, in the Casablanca Valley. It is a typical colonial, country home featuring seven stylish rooms. With over 100 years of history, in 2004 it was fully remodeled and beautifully decorated by the renowned Max Cummins. La Casona offers the perfect setting for a relaxing experience. Visit the vineyard, explore the grounds, taste our fine wines and relax in the peaceful Rosario Valley
Day 1: Santiago
Welcome to Santiago.
Upon arrival your guide will transfer to the selected hotel.
Day 2: Santiago
This afternoon enjoy a panoramic tour of Santiago. Your tour starts with a visit to the Santa Lucia Hill, where the city of Santiago was founded in 1541. Continue to Plaza de Armas, surrounded by the catholic Cathedral, the City Hall, the Post Office Building and the National Historic Museum. Your next stop will be at Cerro San Cristobal, where at 2400 feet high, you will have a breathtaking view of the whole city. The experience continues with a scenic ride through the elegant Providencia neighborhood and finally, along the Costanera Highway until reaching the fashionable Vitacura district, before heading back to your hotel. Dinner is included at a local restaurant. [B]
Day 3: Santiago, Matetic Vineyards
Transfer from Santiago to Matetic Wineyard. Pamper yourself on a 3 day stay at one of the best wineries of Chile. Upon arrival you will be greeted with a welcome cocktail. Relax at the grounds of the hotel than enjoy an exquisite dinner menu paired, with half bottle of red or white Corralillo wine. [B/D]
Day 4: Matetic Vineyards
In the morning tour choose one of the many outdoor activities available (horseback riding, cycling, trekking, or scenic van tour). Then enjoy a special four course lunch at La Casona paired with their main Premium and Ultra-Premium wines.
Later tour of the wine cellar and taste of 4 Ultra-Premium wines from the special EQ line. In the evening you dinner is paired with half bottle of red or white Corralillo wine. [B/L/D]
Day 5: Matetic Vineyards, Valparaiso
After your buffet breakfast choose an outdoor guided excursion (horseback riding, cycling, trekking, or scenic van tour). Take some time for relaxation before you enjoy a lunch menu accompanied by the red or white Corralillo wine.After lunch leave your hotel towards Viña del Mar and Valparaiso. Afternoon and evening are at leisure to explore Valparaiso on your own. Overnight in Valparaiso. [B/L]
Day 6: Valparaiso, Santiago Airport
At agreed time transfer to the airport to board your flight back home or to your next destination. [B]
[B] = Breakfast | [B/L] = Breakfast and Lunch| [B/D] = Breakfast and Lunch | [B/L/D] = Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
