Elqui Valley Tour: History and Flavors

4.9(149)9 hFree cancellationBy Ecoturismo La Serena Spa.

About this activity

Welcome to the Elqui Valley, a cultural treasure that awaits you with open arms!

Embark on a unique journey where history and nature intertwine in spectacular ways. Discover the ancestral secrets of ancient indigenous peoples as you explore the majestic mountains that guard this region.

Visit the pisco and wine cellars, witnesses of the past and guardians of the flavor of Chilean viticulture. Let yourself be captivated by the authentic flavors that only the Elqui Valley can offer.

You cannot miss the opportunity to follow in the footsteps of Gabriela Mistral, the first Latin American woman to receive the Nobel Prize in Literature, and feel the same inspiration that captivated her.

Join us on this adventure where the past comes to life and the present invites you to explore. We are waiting for you in the Elqui Valley so that you can live an unforgettable experience full of authenticity and enrichment. Do not miss it!"

What's included

✓Tickets and Tastings
✓Lunch
✓Air-conditioned vehicle

Not included

✕Gratuities

Meeting and pickup

We are located next to the Toyota automotive company. From Route 5, crossing the train line two blocks towards the coast. From the La Serena Monumental Lighthouse it is approximately 15 minutes walking towards the mountain range.

Good to know

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Tour subject to a minimum of 4 passengers for its realization
Organic vineyard tasting is familiar and one glass for tasting per couple. Personal Extra Cup $3,000
THIS TOUR IS NOT SUITABLE FOR CRUISING
Tour in Spanish. See option in English with minimum of 2 passengers
The curtain of the Puclaro Reservoir from March to December will be visited from Tuesday to Sunday. And by Monday, the reservoir will be visited from the town of Gualliguaica. For the months of January and February, the curtain of the reservoir will be visited every day. In addition, the curtain can be closed from moment to moment for the days of September, Christmas holidays and New Year. The reservoir may close from time to time without warning for some special cases such as: power outages, water outages, heavy rains, holidays, or others.
The Gabriela Mistral Museum of Montegrande is operational from Tuesday to Sunday. The museum may close from time to time without notice for some special cases such as: power outages, water outages, heavy rains, holidays, or others. You will be given time in Montegrande so you can visit it as an option.
We will dress 1 of 3 pisqueras (cappel, abbot or dona josefa) possible depending on availability. This will be coordinated by the en route guide.
IMPORTANT: This tour is conducted mainly in Spanish. For our English-speaking passengers, the bilingual guide will provide translations of the most important information, historical data, and highlights at each stop. It is not a 100% simultaneous translation.

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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