LATIN AMERICA/CHILE/COLCHAGUA VALLEY
PRIVATE WINE AND FOOD TOUR IN COLCHAGUA VALLEY
A Luxurious Journey throughout a Sustainable Wine Experience. Discover the heart of our wine culture in a personalized and sustainable way at the finest wineries of Colchagua Valley.
4 days/ 3 nights.
Total price per person: USD $2.160°° based on two people.
TOUR HIGLIGHTS:
Explore picturesque vineyards and scenic landscapes in the heart of Colchagua Valley, one of Chile’s premier wine regions.
Visit top wineries like: Vik, Clos de Luz, Neyen, Montes, Clos de Apalta and Viu Manent.
Indulge in gourmet cuisine paired with award-winning Chilean wines at renowned restaurants as Fuegos de Apalta, Rayuela and “La Chila”.
Experience personalized tours and tastings, learning about the unique viticulture technics of the locas in our region.
Enjoy comfortable accommodation and personalized gastronomic experiences every night at Colchagua D’vino, surrounded by stunning views and the serenity that you deserve.
Eat
Discover local flavors and traditional dishes such as fire cooking, hanging fresh veggies and meats, great stews and gourmet preparations done by professional hands surrounded by great sceneries of Apalta, Almahue and Millahue Valley.
Drink
Travel throughout from light, skinny, fresh fruty and acid, all the way, to a full-bodied well-structured, aged in French oak in order to give you its new identity.
ITINERARY
DAY 1
DISCOVERING ALMAHUE & MILLAHUE VALLEYS
Your guide will pick you up from your hotel in Santa Cruz town and take you towards the picturesque Millahue Valley (Well known for great blends and Carmenere grapes) Your experience begins with a visit to Vik Winery, renowned for its striking architecture and innovative winemaking techniques. Enjoy a guided tour of the cellar with a tour and wine tasting, immersing yourself in the artistry of their exceptional wines. Following your winery experience, you’ll savor lunch at its restaurant, featuring fresh and local ingredients for you to enjoy.
You will continue your experience with a visit to a boutique winery called Clos de Luz, known for its artisanal, small-batch high end production, specially carmenere grape.
Following with the program, we will end up your day at Colchagua D’vino, located on the top hills of Apalta; 4 kms away from Santa Cruz town and within 5 minutes to reach the most important wineries and restaurants of the area. D’vino offers you a unique VIEW of the Andes range and its volcanoes, such the Tinguiririca that’s gives the name of the River that irrigates the whole valley. This is a cozy place to stay and enjoy the perfect balance between great wines and the local cuisine guided by professionals. At night, you’ll have a treat, wine pairing dinner, at D’ivino where you will see the preparation of your food and you can be part of it while cooking.
Meals included: Lunch at Vik included and wine pairing at D’vino.
Destinations: Santa Cruz, Millahue Valley (Vik Winery), Almahue Valley (Clos de Luz Winery), Apalta Valley (D’vino).
Accommodations: Colchagua D’vino.
DAY 02
EXPLORING APALTA VALLEY.
After a personalized breakfast at D’vino, we will pick you up to begin this exciting experience throughout Apalta Valley. This Valley is globally recognized as home to some of the world’s top vineyards. Surrounded by stunning landscapes, you’ll discover the exceptional wines that have put this region on the map, enjoying tastings and learning about the winemaking process in this beautiful setting.
Your first stop will be Neyen Winery where you will learn about vitiviniculture, traditions and types of grapes in a tour ending up with a wine tasting. Afterwards, we will continue to your next stop at “Fuegos de Apalta” located at Montes Winery to have lunch surrounded by vineyards and a unique landscape. After enjoying one of the best gastronomic proposal of our region, you will go for another insightful tour and tasting at Montes Winery, renowned for its high quality wines and sustainable winemaking practices.
Finally, we will get back to D’vino, during the ride we’ll pass by all the wineries, observing the beautiful scenery of the Apalta Valley. There, you will get some rest before our culinary experience, a unique cooking class, where you’ll learn to prepare local dishes with expert guidance.
Meal included: Cooking Class at Colchagua D’vino.
Meal not included: Lunch at “Fuegos de Apalta”.
Destinations: Neyen winery, Fuegos de Apalta, Montes winery, Colchagua D’vino.
Accommodations: Colchagua Divino Hotel.
DAY 03
INSIGHTS OF APALTA VALLEY.
After having breakfast, your guide will pick you up and take you directly to your first stop, Viu Manent winery. Here, you will enjoy a guided tour and wine tasting, where you can sample their expressive varietals and learn about their winemaking process.
Then, continue by an outstanding lunch, known for its vibrant atmosphere and local flavors. Rayuela Restaurant, will give you the option to choose from their spectacular menu with local options, allowing you to enjoy their contemporary cuisine while taking in beautiful views of the vineyards.
In the afternoon we will take you to the day highlight, Clos de Apalta winery. This prestigious winery is known for its exceptional red blends, particularly Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, and Carmenere. Founded in 1994 by Domaine de la Vougeraie, it focuses on sustainable viticulture and minimal intervention. The estate’s unique terroir contributes to its acclaimed, complex wines that you will have the opportunity to visit the cellar taste in a unique wine tour. The cellar is 100% gravity-fed spanning five levels, three of which are buried into the granite of the Apalta hillside to provide a natural cool temperature environment for cellaring and ageing.
After a day of exploration, unwind with a relaxing massage at Colchagua D’vino, then savor dinner at the hotel, featuring exquisite local dishes as you reflect on your day. You’ll spend your third and last night at the hotel.
Meal included: Dinner at Colchagua D’vino.
Meal not included: Lunch at “Rayuela”.
Destinations: Clos de Apalta winery, Rayuela Restaurant, Viu Manent winery, Colchagua D’vino.
Accommodations: Colchagua D’vino Hotel.
DAY 04
JUST BEING LIKE HOME.
After a delicious breakfast at Colchagua D’vino, you will have the chance to enjoy your last morning at the hotel before checking out.
End of services.
PROGRAM INCLUDES
- Professional English speaking guide
- 3 nights lodging at Colchagua D’vino
- Full day transportation in a clean and air conditioner vehicle with a professional driver/guide. We are engaged with your safety and Chile’s zero alcohol tolerance law.
- All services are on private driver/guide.
- Meals beverages as indicated on the program
- All activities according to the itinerary.
NOT INCLUDED
- As mentioned on the program.
- Accidents insurance
- Laundry
- Gratuities for driver/ guide /restaurants
- Transportation from or to Santiago to Colchagua round trip (OPTIONAL)
OTHERS
ACTIVITIES INCLUDED
Wine tours, vitivinicultre tour, walking between vineyards, tastings, pairings, cooking, visiting cellars, relaxation on the spa.
DIFFICULTY
Easy PACKING TIPS
We advise you to bring clothing for warm and cold weather; also two pairs of sneakers, a waterproof jacket, sunglasses, bathing suit and sandals. Don’t forget your camera!
HOTELS
As indicated in the program or similar
VEHICLES
Mercedes Benz Sprinter and 4X4 support vehicle. Air-conditioned
INSURANCE
Any policy you purchase should, at the very least, cover trip cancellation, loss of baggage, accident/life coverage, travel delays, and non-refundable airline tickets. Carriers for travel insurance include Travel Guard and Travelex. You may also consider insurance that covers emergency medical evacuation. Search the web to find the best deal that suits your needs – read the fine print.
SAFETY
Chile is by far one of the safest countries in South America in terms of public health and crime. Our police are always friendly and helpful.