Santiago Valparaiso and the Wine Region
Although it is almost inevitable that you will find yourself there at some point during your trip, it is worth making some time for Santiago. Chile’s capital city is situated in the country’s fertile central valley with wonderful views of the Andean peaks to the east. Explore Santiago’s historic centre, visit the Museum of Pre-Colombian Art and climb San Cristobal Hill for some of the best views of the city and mountains around.
Santiago Valparaiso and the Wine Region
An hour from Santiago are some of Chile’s best wine-producing regions including the Maipo, Rosario and Casablanca Valleys. These are wonderful places to relax for a day or two during an otherwise busy trip and also a useful alternative to a night in Santiago if flight schedules require it when travelling between the North and South. Two and a half hours south of Santiago, and set at the heart of the central valley, are the scenic Colchagua and Millahue Valleys with their rolling hills and a back-drop of the Andes. The Millahue Valley is home to the infamous Vina Vik, the perfect spot for some pampering and fine dining.
Unlike the wildernesses of Patagonia, these valleys have a predictably warm climate during the summer months and days can be spent lying by the pool, hiking, cycling or riding through the countryside, exploring vineyards and tasting a delicious variety of some of the world’s finest wines.
Only 90 minutes’ drive from Santiago, or 30-45 minutes from the Casablanca/Rosario Valley wine regions, is the vibrant and colourful, Bohemian city of Valparaiso. Perched on 42 hills overlooking the Pacific Ocean, the city’s historic centre was declared a World Heritage site in 2003. Valparaiso’s maze of hills, with a new gem at every turn, have long inspired poets and writers as well as some of the country’s best gastronomic chefs. Use the city’s funiculars to explore the different levels of the city festooned with thought provoking street art murals, visit the homes of the legendary poet, Pablo Neruda, and enjoy the lively port and markets where you can sample fresh seafood and local delicacies.
- The belching geysers of the high plains of El Tatio
- Sunset over Moon Valley
- The vast shimmering salt pan of Salar de Atacama
- Stargazing in the crystal-clear night skies
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Best Time To Visit Santiago Valparaiso and the Wine Region
These areas have a Mediterranean style of climate and are good to visit at any time of year but the warmer, drier months are September through until April. A nice time to visit the wine regions is from late February until April when the harvest is happening and the autumn colours are on display
Best Time To Visit Santiago Valparaiso and the Wine Region
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When is the best time to visit the Wine region in Chile?
A nice time to visit the wine regions is from late February until April when the harvest is happening and the autumn colours are on display.
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