The 12 Half-Day Tours in Chile to Book First

1.Santiago Half-Day Walking Tour with Hotel Pick up & Food Sample

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 467 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $47Our pick

Review Santiago’s five-hour city tour, with hotel pickup, central sights, an empanada snack, small groups, and practical safety advice.

“We were part of a robbery attempt while taking the tour. It involved violence an and a horrific attack just steps away from Central Market. Right after we left the Empanadas Restaurant named Emporio Zunino. Two guys attacked us trying to steel our belongings. Be aware if you choose to take this tour and DO NOT CARRY ANY VALUABLES. This didn’t end well for us and there was no warning from the tour guide as to the conditions in the area we were taken to.”

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2.Private Tour: Half-Day Santiago Discovery

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 276 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $149Top rated

Review of Santiago’s private half-day city tour, with hotel pickup, local guides, markets, landmarks, and San Cristobal views.

“We had a great time with Christian. He is a funny guy who had a lot of stories and impressed us with his singing in the car. Took us to a local place to eat, also great knowledge of the city and surprised us with small gifts. Thanks for a wonderful time!”

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3.Santiago Half-Day Walking Tour with Hotel Pick up & Brunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 148 reviews · 5 hours · from $48

See Santiago’s key sights in five hours with hotel pickup, local snacks, hilltop views, and a flexible small-group guide.

“Guide - Antonio and Driver Alex were exceptional. Antonio was extremely knowledgeable about the history and culture of Chile and very attentive to our needs. Alex was also very helpful and was a very safe driver. We were with five other customers and all were very happy about the tour. I highly recommend using Antonio. We have traveled a lot and he is one of the very best guides we have had.”

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4.Half-Day Small-Group Rafting Experience in Petrohué River

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 144 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $52

Raft the turquoise Petrohué River near Puerto Varas with guides, safety gear, hotel transport, volcano views, snacks, and free cancellation.

“If you want to add something more exciting to your trip and have a great memory for generations to come these is a great option. 100% recommended.”

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5.Half-Day Sightseeing City Tour with Chauffeur and Guide

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 124 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $160

Review of Santiago’s private four-hour city tour, with San Cristóbal cable-car views, historic sights, local neighborhoods, hotel pickup, and practical tips.

“We had a one day layover in our first time visit/pass through Santiago so I booked this tour. The guide, Alvaro was fun, engaging, very informative and shared his vast knowledge of the history of Chile and Santiago. We drove to several sites and walked through many important districts in this beautiful bustling city. Highlight was the funicular tram and cable car ride with views of the city and Surrounding mountains.”

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6.Half-Day Small-Group Panoramic Santiago Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 89 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $39

See Santiago’s key sights, hilltop views, Bellavista, and Central Market on a four-hour small-group tour with hotel pickup.

“What a wonderful surprise to find out my friend and I had our own private tour with Giovanni! Exploring this beautiful city in a private vehicle was the perfect way to take in all the must-see sights and learn so much more than just the basics. Giovanni’s knowledge of the history, culture, and geopolitical background of this vibrant place really made the experience worthwhile. His English was great—and I even got to dust off my college Spanish. I highly recommend him and this tour company.”

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7.Half-Day Small Group Undurraga Vineyard Tour – Winetasting Included

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 55 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $40

Review of Undurraga Vineyard near Santiago, with four reserve wines, historic cellars, Mapuche culture, transport tips, and honest value advice.

“The tour operator did not show up at the designated location (our hotel). We waited from 8:30 am to 12:00 noon. He did not answer the calls we made to the number published in the brochure. Finally he sent an email saying that the morning tour for us was cancelled due to the lack of an English speaking guide. We could book an afternoon tour the next day however this was not possible We want our money back from Viator!!!!”

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8.Half-Day Tour to Laguna Cejar

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 54 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $35Best value

Float in Laguna Cejar, see flamingos and salt flats, and enjoy a pisco sour on a small-group afternoon tour from San Pedro.

“A great excursion. It was great to go in Laguna Cejar, but also nice seeing the salt flats around ojos del salar and learning about the different organisms. A good sized group and the snack was obviously great. I definitely enjoyed this Laguna over the other one I did on this trip.”

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9.Half-Day Small-Group Santa Rita Vineyard Tour

★★★★★★★★★★3.5 · 32 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $51

Review of Santa Rita’s half-day vineyard tour from Santiago, with wine tastings, pickup, museum access, timing tips, and honest value advice.

“Isaac was right on time to pick us up at our hotel. He was very kind, great driver and spoke English well. Santa Rita is considered the 3rd biggest winery in this area and the tour was informative. Thank you Isaac for a wonderful day!”

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10.Private Half-Day Andes Hiking Experience from Santiago

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 24 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $180

Hike the Andes foothills from Santiago with a private guide, sweeping city views, local wildlife, and a wine and cheese picnic.

“Josephine was an amazing guide. Beautiful views. Fun wine and cheese tray at the end. It was hot but our guide made sure we rested when needed.”

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11.Half-Day Private Andes Hiking Tour from Santiago, carbon neutral.

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 24 reviews · 5 to 6 hours (approx.) · from $190

Review of Santiago’s private Andes hike: steep trails, city views, small groups, hotel pickup, guides, gear, value, and safety tips.

“Be warned, this trek up the mountains is very physically demanding so take careful consideration. Nicolas was my tour guide and he was fantastic. Any help, questions, or requests I had he was able to respond very well. The trek up the mountains will take you roughly 3 hours, almost the same going down and the views you get going both ways are wonderful provided the weather is good... I managed to get alot of great pics! Nicolas picked me up at my hotel at around 7:30 am and I was back by 12:30 am. When you return depends on how long you take during the hike. All in all,…”

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12.Andes Half-Day Private Tour with Wine and Cheese Tasting

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 2 reviews · from $190

Review the private Andes tour from Santiago, with snow-capped views, Valle Nevado, Chilean wine, cheese, and practical booking tips.

“The guide arrived at 8.00am I was given a time of 9.00am. I felt my tour was then cut short a little even though I was ready to go at 8.30. Apart from that I could not fault the guide.”

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