The best of Santiago and La Parva

Things you'll see

Day 1     Santiago (Monday)
Upon arrival into Santiago you will be met at the airport and transferred to the hotel.

Day 2     Santiago (Tuesday)
Enjoy breakfast at the hotel before being picked up and taken on a half day Santiago city tour.
The tour begins with a drive through Santiago’s main avenue, Libertador Bernardo O’Higgins. On the way you will see many of the cities stately historic buildings and will visit Santa Lucia hill, where Santiago was founded in 1541. Visit the Constitution square and see “La Moneda palace” (government palace) before taking a stroll along the pedestrian walkway Ahumada, which concentrates Santiago’s major commercial activity, and leads us to the Plaza de Armas (main square), around which the city was originally platted. Appreciate Santiago’s Cathedral, the Central Post Office and Santiago’s Municipality. Afterwards, cross the Mapocho River to Bellavista, Santiago’s bohemian quarters, with its colorful artistic and cultural activities, as well as busy nightlife, and get a glimpse of the attractive architecture of the Central Market, Mapocho station, Parque Forestal (Forestal Park) and the Fine Arts museum. Then, drive up to San Cristóbal hill to enjoy a beautiful panoramic view of the city. At Parque Metropolitano (Metropolitan Park), our last stop, walk up to the statue of the Virgin of the Immaculate Conception (courtesy of the French government) to get an outstanding view of Santiago. Afterwards, descend to the districts of Providencia, Vitacura and Las Condes, the areas that reflect Santiago’s growth and modernization.
In the afternoon enjoy a visit to the Concha y Toro vineyard with wine tasting included.
You will head out of the city towards the locality of Pirque, bordering the Maipo Valley, a zone that stands out because it contains many of the most traditional vineyards in Chile, and that is, because of its characteristics, the ideal zone for the production of the most elegant red wines. Concha y Toro Vineyard, was founded by Marques de Casa Concha in 1883. Nowadays the vineyard has more than 750 hectares of vineyards in different areas of the region elaborating noble Chilean wines of French vine stock as the Cabernet Sauvignon, in addition to Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, Merlot, Pinot Noir, Gewürztraminer and others.  Enjoy a tour to the park, vineyards and fermenting room followed by some time for wine tasting. 
Following the tour you will return to your hotel.

Day 3     Santiago (Wednesday)
After breakfast at the hotel you will be picked up and taken on a full day excursion  to La Parva Ski Centre.
Suspended on the mountainside of the Andes high above the city of Santiago, La Parva is the most exclusive, family-oriented and unique ski resort in Chile. The beautifully harmonious architecture and the long silhouettes of the ski runs are visible from the centre of the capital city. La Parva is situated 2,750 meters (9,022 feet) above sea level and is less than 50 kilometers (30 miles) from Santiago, the capital of Chile, a true paradise of winter sports and relaxation
Basic ski equipment is included (skis, boots, poles) as well as lift tickets to all open ski trails. Also included is a 2 hour group ski lessons should you wish.
After a full days skiing you will return to your Santiago hotel.

Day 4     Santiago (Thursday)
Enjoy another full days fun in the snow at La Parva ski resort before returning to your hotel in the evening. Again your equipment, ski passes and 2 hour group lesson is included so all you need to do is take part and enjoy your time on the mountain.


Day 5     Santiago (Friday)
Your tour concludes after breakfast this morning.  You will be collected from the hotel and transferred to the airport for your onward flight.

What's Included?

• Return airport transfers
• 2 full day excursions to La Parva Ski Centre (Including ski lifts tickets ,  2 hours ski lessons (in group) and ski equipment rental basic category, including skies, boots and  ski poles).
• 2 half day excursions in Santiago ( City Tour and Concha y Toro winery)
• 4 nights lodging including buffet breakfast at the hotel.
  Accommodation based on 5* Hotels (Hotel Plaza San Francisco)
  
  

Important Notes:

• Prices based on twin share accomodation.
• Single / triple rates available on request
• Rates valid 15 June – 30 September 2010
• If you are interested in visiting other ski fields in Chile, including Portillo, Valle Colorado and others we have many different ski packages available. Simply contact us for more information.

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