Santa Cruz, Colchagua Valley · Day tour with private transport
Santa Cruz Deluxe Wine Day Tour
- DurationAbout 6.5 hours
- PickupYour hotel in Santa Cruz
- WineriesMontGras, Viu Manent
- TransportPrivate, from 2 guests
This full-day experience takes you through the heart of Colchagua Valley to two of the region’s most celebrated wineries. You’ll enjoy premium tastings of Carménère, Cabernet Sauvignon, Malbec and bold blends, explore scenic vineyards, and stop for lunch among the vines at Fuegos de Apalta (paid directly at the restaurant).
Whether you’re celebrating something special or just love a great glass of red, this tour is all about top-tier wine, great company, and unforgettable scenery.
Itinerary
10:00 AM Pickup at your hotel in Santa Cruz
10:30 AM MontGras ICON tour and tasting
Explore MontGras’s bold reds and innovative winemaking in a relaxed setting, then a guided tasting of 5 wines: 2 Ultra Premium, 2 Icon and 1 Super Premium.
1:00 PM Lunch at Fuegos de Apalta, Montes
A seasonal, fire-cooked menu from celebrity chef Francis Mallmann, crafted with local ingredients in true Patagonian style. Paid directly at the restaurant.
3:00 PM Viu Manent ICON tasting
A guided tasting of 5 wines: 3 Single Vineyard wines, the acclaimed El Incidente and Viu 1.
4:30 PM Return to your hotel in Santa Cruz
What’s included
Included
- Round-trip private transportation in a comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle
- Hotel pickup and drop-off (Santa Cruz)
- Wine tour and tasting fees
Not included
- Lunch at Fuegos de Apalta (paid directly at the restaurant)
- Guide/driver gratuity (optional, appreciated)
- Personal purchases (wine, gifts)
Booking requirements
- Minimum 2 guests required
Cancellation policy
- Cancellations made more than 72 hours prior to the scheduled pickup time are eligible for a refund, excluding the non-refundable deposit. Cancellations made within 72 hours of the scheduled pickup time are non-refundable.
- Please note that all bookings are non-transferable.
- All cancellations must be provided in writing.
- Refunds are processed within 15 business days.
Questions about this tour
Is lunch included?
No. Lunch at Fuegos de Apalta is a stop on the tour, but it is paid directly at the restaurant, so you can order freely from the menu and wine list.
Which days does this tour run?
Tuesday through Saturday. MontGras is closed on Sundays and Mondays.
Where do you pick us up?
At your hotel in Santa Cruz at 10:00 AM. You are back at your hotel around 4:30 PM.
Which wines will we taste?
At MontGras, 5 wines: 2 Ultra Premium, 2 Icon and 1 Super Premium. At Viu Manent, 5 wines: 3 Single Vineyard wines, El Incidente and Viu 1.
How many guests do we need?
A minimum of 2 guests. The transport is private, just for your group.
Is this a private tour?
Your transport is always private, just for your group. Winery tours and tastings are shared with other guests, unless the itinerary says “private”.
How do we pay?
There is no payment when you request the tour. We first check availability at the wineries, then confirm your tour by email. Payment is made through PayPal.
Is the deposit refundable?
No. Your deposit covers the work behind your tour: planning with you by email, booking and confirming each winery and restaurant, and changing or cancelling those reservations if needed. That work starts as soon as you book, so the deposit is non-refundable.
Have a general question about visiting Chilean wine country, such as tipping, currency, or transportation? See our Frequently Asked Questions.
Private transport
Lunch paid directly$255 USD pp
- DurationAbout 6.5 hours
- AvailabilityTuesday to Saturday
- DepartsYour hotel in Santa Cruz
- TransportPrivate, minimum 2
- LunchFuegos de Apalta, paid there
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★★★★★
“Our day of visiting wineries was one of the highlights of our trip to Chile.”
TravelGuyBos · February 2024
“In particular the MontGras tour was very informative and we tasted some great red wines.”
clarko · March 2023
“Montgras, a beautiful tour and educational tasting.”
Christine L · March 2024
“An exceptional day and highly recommended.”
Morrisdg · September 2025
“Connie and Francisco operate a top notch wine tour company in Santa Cruz.”
clafurmanheel · March 2018
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