Private day tours from Santiago, Santa Cruz and Valparaíso
Chile Wine Tours
Chile’s best wine valleys sit within an easy drive of Santiago, and each has its own character: structured Cabernet Sauvignon in Maipo, crisp Sauvignon Blanc and Pinot Noir in Casablanca, and rich Carménère and red blends in Colchagua and Cachapoal. Our day tours visit family wineries and icon estates such as Montes, Clos Apalta, Don Melchor, Almaviva and VIK.
Every tour includes private transportation for your group, with hotel pickup in Santiago, Santa Cruz, Valparaíso or VIK Chile, depending on the tour. Choose a valley below to see its tours, prices and availability.
ColchaguaChile’s red wine capital, home to the icon estates of Apalta.About 2.5 hours from SantiagoView tours
Santa CruzColchagua wine tours with pickup at your hotel in Santa Cruz.In the heart of ColchaguaView tours
MaipoHistoric estates and Chile’s finest Cabernet, at the foot of the Andes.About 1 hour from SantiagoView tours
CasablancaCool-climate whites and Pinot Noir on the way to the coast.About 1 to 1.5 hours from SantiagoView tours
CachapoalVIK’s striking winery in the Millahue Valley.About 2.5 hours from SantiagoView tours
Heli Wine ToursFly over Colchagua by helicopter to its top wineries.Fully customizedView toursQuestions about Chile wine tours
How do I choose a Chile wine valley?
It depends on your time and the wines you like. Maipo is closest to Santiago and known for Cabernet Sauvignon. Casablanca, on the way to the coast, is best for Sauvignon Blanc and Pinot Noir. Colchagua and Cachapoal, about 2.5 hours away, are home to Chile’s most iconic red wines and are best for a full day. If you are staying in Santa Cruz, choose a Santa Cruz tour to skip the long drive.
How do the Chile wine valleys compare?
| Valley | Drive from Santiago | Known for | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Colchagua | About 2.5 hours | Carménère, red blends, icon wines | Icon tastings and a full wine day |
| Santa Cruz | Pickup in Santa Cruz | Colchagua’s top wineries, close by | Travelers staying in Colchagua |
| Maipo | About 1 hour | Cabernet Sauvignon, historic estates | A first wine tour or a shorter day |
| Casablanca | About 1 to 1.5 hours | Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay, Pinot Noir | Trips to Valparaíso or the coast |
| Cachapoal | About 2.5 hours | VIK, modern architecture, red blends | Design lovers and VIK guests |
What does every tour include?
- Private transportation for your group in a comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Winery tours and tastings, as listed in each itinerary
- Planning, plus all winery and restaurant reservations, handled by our local team
Can we do a wine tour from Santiago in one day?
Yes. All our tours are day trips with hotel pickup. Maipo and Casablanca tours take about 6.5 to 9 hours, and Colchagua and Cachapoal tours from Santiago take about 9.5 to 13 hours.
Is lunch included?
It depends on the tour. Some include lunch, some let you choose between lunch included and lunch paid directly at the restaurant, and others stop for a lunch you pay directly. Each tour page shows which option applies.
Are the tours private?
Your transport is always private, just for your group. Winery tours and tastings are shared with other guests, unless the itinerary says “private”.
How many guests do we need?
A minimum of 2 guests. The transport is private, just for your group.
How do we book a tour?
Choose a tour and send a request with your date and number of guests. There is no payment when you request the tour. We check availability at the wineries, then confirm your tour by email. Payment is made through PayPal.
Have a general question about visiting Chilean wine country, such as tipping, currency, or transportation? See our Frequently Asked Questions.
