SANTIAGO DE CHILE, resting on an inland plain with the Andes Range glimmering in the distance, is the capital and biggest city of Chile with over 5,000,000 people. It is situated on the Mapocho River, in the central part of the country and today it is one of the most modern cities on the continent. Santiago is also the central point of a region filled with attractive sites and activities. Only 60 km away are the main South American ski centres, and the beautiful beaches of the Pacific are only an hour's drive to the northwest. Just south of Santiago lie the rich and beautiful vineyards of the Maipo Valley, one of the world's most esteemed wine producing regions. The city is bisected by the Rio Mapocho, which gently weaves through from East to West, before descending to the flood plain below.
After some personal time you will discover Santiago on a city tour.
You will departure to the downtown area, starting at Bernardo O’Higgins Avenue, the main one in the city and visiting La Moneda presidential palace followed by a walk through the pedestrian Ahumada and Huerfanos streets and "Plaza de Armas" surrounded by the cathedral and other historical buildings. Continue to the old residential areas climbing up San Cristobal hill to have a panoramic view of the city before continuing to other areas of interest such as Bellavista, centre of cultural and artistic activity and Las Condes and Providencia, modern residential areas of Santiago.
Accommodation at Hotel of your choice.
Spanish version Marisa Bergamasco Translations María Luisa Aragno