Santiago: Cajon del Maipo/Embalse del Yeso Tour with Picnic
ID: GYG85617-121020
Category:
Country: Chile
Duration:
08:00 hours
Description
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.
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.
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
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Confirmation will be received at the time of booking
This tour may be conducted in more than one language
You will be picked up from your accommodation in Santiago Centro
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
Cancellation is not possible. If you cancel it anyway or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity and the money you paid will not be refunded.
