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Santiago: Cajon del Maipo/Embalse del Yeso Tour with Picnic

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Santiago: Cajon del Maipo/Embalse del Yeso Tour with Picnic
4.2  / 52134 reviews

Get back to nature and experience the fresh mountain air of the Cajon de Maipo on a full-day tour from Santiago. Visit the lake of Embalse el Yeso, pass the Tinoco Tunnel, and more.

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Duration 8 hours
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Live tour guide
Spanish, English, Portuguese
Pickup included
You will be picked up from your accommodation in Santiago Centro

Highlighted reviews from other travelers

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Ben-Hur Couto Rodeghiero – Brazil

The tour was amazing! The views simply astonishing and Edson the tour guide was just spectacular! Great explanation of the sights, a very good taste for the amazing soundtrack and great tips. A wonderful experience. Thank you very much from Ben and Mag.

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Ben-Hur Couto Rodeghiero – Brazil
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Dani – United States

Trip was amazing! Our guide was so nice and knowledgeable

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Dani – United States

Experience

Highlights

  • Get back to nature in the beautiful Cajon de Maipo
  • Journey along a road with magnificent mountain views
  • See the small towns and settlements of the Andes Mountains
  • Enjoy a picnic snack at the lake of Embalse del Yeso

Full description

Admire the stunning massifs, estuaries, and rivers of the Andes Mountains on a full-day trip to the Cajon del Maipo on this van tour. Enjoy a delicious picnic in a stunning natural setting along the way. See sights like the Tinoco Tunnel and pass by charming, traditional towns.  Depart Santiago and journey to San Jose de Maipo in a spacious and air-conditioned van. Listen as your guide tells you about the folklore of the area. Head towards the volcano and see small towns like Las Vertientes, El Canelo, El Manzano, El Melocoton and San Alfonso.  Learn the history of the Tinoco Tunnel as you make your way along a dirt road to the large lake of Embalse del Yeso. Stop at the reservoir to enjoy a picnic-style snack with cheese, olives, salami, juice, wine, and more.  Start back towards Santiago at around 3:00 PM and be dropped off at your hotel or in the city center at approximately 6:00 PM.

Includes

  • English-speaking guide
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Drop off at a central location in Santiago if you want to visit the Costanera Center
  • Picnic snack
  • Tips (optional)

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  • Confirmation will be received at the time of booking
  • This tour may be conducted in more than one language

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4.2 /5

based on 2134 reviews

Review summary

  • Guide
    4.5/5
  • Transportation
    4.3/5
  • Value for money
    4.3/5

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Ben-Hur Couto Rodeghiero – BrazilNovember 1, 2024  – Verified booking
The tour was amazing! The views simply astonishing and Edson the tour guide was just spectacular! Great explanation of the sights, a very good taste for the amazing soundtrack and great tips. A wonderful experience. Thank you very much from Ben and Mag.
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Dani – United StatesNovember 17, 2024  – Verified booking
Trip was amazing! Our guide was so nice and knowledgeable
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Ahmad Zakuan Bin Ahmad – MalaysiaNovember 22, 2024  – Verified booking
Excellent trip, great view and really worth the money..!! Edison the tourist guide and driver was very friendly and helpful.
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Product ID: 85617

Activity provider:MTO Tour Chile

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