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Arrival Santiago de Chile & City Tour
Upon your arrival at the airport, you'll be greeted and escorted directly to your hotel. After settling in, you'll begin a private half-day city tour of Santiago, which includes a ride on a historic elevator and a cable car (Note: The cable car is closed on Mondays). Santiago de Chile is a city where modernity blends seamlessly with its colonial past, and this tour will give you a glimpse of both facets. Your first stop will be at the presidential palace, La Moneda, named for its history as the former national mint. From there, you'll explore the historic heart of the city, centered around Plaza de Armas. Here, you’ll discover the impressive cathedral, the charming old post office, the Palacio de la Real Audiencia (now the National History Museum), and the Casa Colorada, once the residence of the Spanish governor. Next, you'll head west toward the Andes, passing by Cerro San Cristóbal. This hill, a prominent feature of the city skyline, is topped with a large white statue of the Virgin Mary. You'll take the historic elevator and cable car to enjoy sweeping views of the city from above. The tour concludes with a visit to the stylish business districts of Providencia and Las Condes, where wide boulevards are lined with modern skyscrapers, and shaded side streets reveal fine dining and chic boutiques. This half-day tour offers a great introduction to the many facets of one of South America's most dynamic cities. In the evening, you'll dine at the acclaimed Restaurant Borago, recognized as one of the World’s 50 Best Restaurants in 2022 and 2023. The extensive menu and expertly curated wine pairings will provide a memorable dining experience. ** Important: open Tuesday to Saturday only,