Private Andes Adventure: Portillo, Inca Lagoon, San Esteban Vineyard
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Overview
Journey into the heart of the Andes Mountains to Portillo Resort, the Inca
Lagoon, and San Esteban Wine Vineyard!
- 8-Hour Private Tour
- Free Pick-up and Drop-off from any Hotel, Airbnb, and Residence in Santiago
- Free Airport Pick-up or Drop-off on Tour Day
- Professional & Multilingual Guide
- Modern & Comfortable Van
- Monument to the Battle of Chacabuco
- Winery Tour and Classic Wine Tasting at San Esteban Vineyard
- Visit Inca Lagoon at Portillo
Lagoon, and San Esteban Wine Vineyard!
- 8-Hour Private Tour
- Free Pick-up and Drop-off from any Hotel, Airbnb, and Residence in Santiago
- Free Airport Pick-up or Drop-off on Tour Day
- Professional & Multilingual Guide
- Modern & Comfortable Van
- Monument to the Battle of Chacabuco
- Winery Tour and Classic Wine Tasting at San Esteban Vineyard
- Visit Inca Lagoon at Portillo
Inclusions
- Multilingual Guide
- Private Transport
- Bottled water
- Winery Tour and Classic Wine Tasting at San Esteban Vineyard
- Digital Photographs
- Entry/Admission - Vina San Esteban
What to expect
Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Laguna del Inca, Portillo 2100000 Chile
After your hotel pick up, we set out on an adventure into the heart of the Andes Mountains. Admire the scenic surroundings as we head towards the town of Los Andes. On the way we pass by the Monument to the Battle of Chacabuco, which led to Chile’s Independence. We continue deeper into the Aconcagua Valley and then into the middle of the Andes on a windy road known as “El Caracol” (The Snail), to an altitude of almost 8, 800 feet. You will feel your heart race with excitement as your driver expertly maneuvers sharp bends and curves. Aside from stunning mountain scenery on this tour, you will also be able to see ruins of the Inca Empire where llama caravans stopped to rest after a long trip on the Inca Trail. You will also get to observe the ruins of an intricate route of the Transandino Railway winding between tunnels through steep cliffs. Just miles away from the border with Argentina, we reach our final destination: “Laguna del Inca” (Inca Lagoon). Engross yourself in tales of the lagoon’s legendary past, learning of the myth and history behind this sacred body of water. On the lagoon’s edge is Portillo, the oldest ski resort in South America. Here, you can have a cup of coffee or tea (not included) while taking in the spectacular views of the glittering lagoon surrounded by the peaks of the Andes.
Duration: 3 hours
Stop At: Vina San Esteban, Avenida La Florida 2220 San Esteban, Los Andes 2100000 Chile
Next stop, Viña San Esteban. This vineyard is located on the mountainous eastern edge of the Aconcagua Valley and is a pioneer in hillside-vineyard planting, taking full advantage of the unique combination of rocky soil and solar exposure which creates grapes rich in structure and character. Here, we will have a tour of the vineyard followed by a tasting of their wines. After the winery tour and tasting there will be time for lunch (not included), if you choose, at a rustic countryside restaurant called “La Ruca” meaning “house” in the Mapuche Indian language. This tour is perfect for those wanting to experience the Andes Mountains and Chilean culture!
Duration: 2 hours
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Laguna del Inca, Portillo 2100000 Chile
After your hotel pick up, we set out on an adventure into the heart of the Andes Mountains. Admire the scenic surroundings as we head towards the town of Los Andes. On the way we pass by the Monument to the Battle of Chacabuco, which led to Chile’s Independence. We continue deeper into the Aconcagua Valley and then into the middle of the Andes on a windy road known as “El Caracol” (The Snail), to an altitude of almost 8, 800 feet. You will feel your heart race with excitement as your driver expertly maneuvers sharp bends and curves. Aside from stunning mountain scenery on this tour, you will also be able to see ruins of the Inca Empire where llama caravans stopped to rest after a long trip on the Inca Trail. You will also get to observe the ruins of an intricate route of the Transandino Railway winding between tunnels through steep cliffs. Just miles away from the border with Argentina, we reach our final destination: “Laguna del Inca” (Inca Lagoon). Engross yourself in tales of the lagoon’s legendary past, learning of the myth and history behind this sacred body of water. On the lagoon’s edge is Portillo, the oldest ski resort in South America. Here, you can have a cup of coffee or tea (not included) while taking in the spectacular views of the glittering lagoon surrounded by the peaks of the Andes.
Duration: 3 hours
Stop At: Vina San Esteban, Avenida La Florida 2220 San Esteban, Los Andes 2100000 Chile
Next stop, Viña San Esteban. This vineyard is located on the mountainous eastern edge of the Aconcagua Valley and is a pioneer in hillside-vineyard planting, taking full advantage of the unique combination of rocky soil and solar exposure which creates grapes rich in structure and character. Here, we will have a tour of the vineyard followed by a tasting of their wines. After the winery tour and tasting there will be time for lunch (not included), if you choose, at a rustic countryside restaurant called “La Ruca” meaning “house” in the Mapuche Indian language. This tour is perfect for those wanting to experience the Andes Mountains and Chilean culture!
Duration: 2 hours
Additional information
- Wheelchair accessible
- The order of sites visited may vary.
- During the winter months (May-June-July-August), due to weather conditions, the road to Portillo and the Inca Lagoon may be closed by authorities. If this happens, we will visit an alpaca farm instead.
- If you are prone to motion or altitude sickness, we recommend that you take preventive medication for these ailments prior to departing on this tour.
- Stroller accessible
- Infant seats available
- Transportation is wheelchair accessible
- Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Although this is a private tour with your own vehicle and guide, there may be other visitors at the vineyard joining you on the winery tour and tasting, which is beyond our control.
- Most travelers can participate
- Your health is our priority. All of our tours include private transportation in order to maintain social distancing in compliance with the U.N. World Health Organization’s Guidelines to Restart Tourism (25 May 2020). You will be the only guests in the tour van. We also provide hand sanitizer and masks are available for all guests.
- Face masks required for travelers in public areas
- Face masks required for guides in public areas
- Face masks provided for travelers
- Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
- Social distancing enforced throughout experience
- Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
- Gear/equipment sanitized between use
- Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
- Guides required to regularly wash hands
- Regular temperature checks for staff
- Temperature checks for travelers upon arrival
- Contactless payments for gratuities and add-ons
- COVID-19 vaccination required for guides
- Your health is our priority. All of our tours include private transportation in order to maintain social distancing. You will be the only guests in the tour van. We also provide hand sanitizer and masks are available for all guests.
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Ticket delivery
You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.
Janaina L
November 2021
Excelente passeio, carro confortável, guia (Sean) excelente, educado, cuidadoso, conhecedor da história local e cuidadoso em relação a prevenção da Covid
Excelente passeio, carro confortável, guia (Sean) excelente, educado, cuidadoso, conhecedor da história local e cuidadoso em relação a prevenção da CovidPat Rick T
January 2023
Sean, was knowledgeable about Chilean history, extremely personable and was never on the clock rushing us. The trip to the Andes was filled with lively conversation and breathtaking views. A tour of Situ family winery by Angelina and a lunch at a country restaurant completed the day. Sean s...
Sean, was knowledgeable about Chilean history, extremely personable and was never on the clock rushing us. The trip to the Andes was filled with lively conversation and breathtaking views. A tour of Situ family winery by Angelina and a lunch at a country restaurant completed the day. Sean sent us over 50 pictures that he took that we will cherish. Chile Dream Tours certainly know how to put the customer first.tasciari
January 2023
My husband and I absolutely loved this tour with Sean! He was a wonderful guide. The tour was everything we hoped it would be and more. The drive into the Andes was beautiful and so different than anything we’ve seen before. The Inca Lagoon did not disappoint, and our timing allowed for us to...
My husband and I absolutely loved this tour with Sean! He was a wonderful guide. The tour was everything we hoped it would be and more. The drive into the Andes was beautiful and so different than anything we’ve seen before. The Inca Lagoon did not disappoint, and our timing allowed for us to grab some food and a drink at the Hotel. The winery tour was amazing. We enjoyed actually walking through the vineyard as well as seeing the process and tasting some wines. On our way back to Santiago, we stopped at a restaurant in Los Andes to sample some local Chilean food. Sean gave us some excellent suggestions! We highly recommend this tour with Sean and Chile Dream Tours!FarAway537783
May 2022
This trip was a wonderful experience in the Andes. I have done several tours with Sean and I am impressed by his care, knowledge, kindness and professionalism. He truly makes each and every experience special.
This trip was a wonderful experience in the Andes. I have done several tours with Sean and I am impressed by his care, knowledge, kindness and professionalism. He truly makes each and every experience special.064mjm
August 2022
Sean was an excellent guide, we couldn't have asked for a better finish to our time in Chile. The views from Potillo are spectacular and Sean knew exactly where to go for the best photos.
Sean was an excellent guide, we couldn't have asked for a better finish to our time in Chile. The views from Potillo are spectacular and Sean knew exactly where to go for the best photos.paultrengove
September 2022
We did 2 different trips with Chile dreams and customised the adventures to suit our needs. Sean was our host and anything we asked for , he did his very best to accommodate it. We were nervous a private tour would be too “full on” being one on one with a tour guide but it was perfect. We are no...
We did 2 different trips with Chile dreams and customised the adventures to suit our needs. Sean was our host and anything we asked for , he did his very best to accommodate it. We were nervous a private tour would be too “full on” being one on one with a tour guide but it was perfect. We are not Spanish speaking so he helped us with anything we needed, whether it was a food order, instructions or general questions. Andes adventure - amazing scenery and journey Alpacas - cutest things ever Horseback riding - the scenery was insanely impressive and the journey was just so enjoyable Zip lining. - a quick and fun activity across the river and back. Super fun. Thanks so much Sean.