Discover Chile’s most important regions including Santiago, Casablanca, Valparaíso, Viña del Mar, Colchagua Valley, and Chiloé Island with Chef Aliza Green working with Celestial Voyagers and our local partners, Explore Chile Tours. During this epic adventure you will encounter city and village food markets, pristine nature on the Pacific Coast, traditional and chef-driven cuisine base on local products, tastings at a series of excellent wineries, striking modern architecture, and abundant indigenous and modern culture.
In the evening, board your overnight flight to Santiago. Most flights connect through Miami or Dallas-Ft. Worth. Direct flights depart from JFK. (airfare is not included but we can help book your flights)
Arrival and Luggage Drop at Hotel Las Cumbres, Lastarria
Check-in for four nights at our hotel will be later in the day. We proceed immediately to the first day of the tour.
City Tour including El Mercado Central
Discover the Metropolitan Region (Santiago), the political and social capital of Chile with a population of more than 7 million people. It is a city full of history, culture, museums, restaurants, parks, markets, and activities for all tastes.
Museo de la Memoria (Memory Museum)
The Museum of Memory and Human Rights is designed to give visibility to the human rights violations committed by the Chilean State between 1973 and 1990. It was constructed to dignify the victims and their families, and to stimulate reflection on the importance of respect and tolerance so that these events are never repeated, while promoting education and culture.
Lunch in El Mercado Central Fish Market (This lunch is not included). One of the most characteristic gastronomical centers of Santiago in whose restaurants one can taste typical Chilean food mainly based on seafood. In 2012 National Geographic chose this place as the fifth best food market in the world. The market, which opened in 1872, is characterized by the metal structure crowning it designed by architect Fermín Vivaceta. The building was declared a National Monument in 1984.
Visit “La Moneda”
La Moneda is the headquarters of the Chilean government and the office of the president. The building is a pure neoclassical style and an exceptional example of architectural style and techniques typical of an entire stage of human history.
Visit San Cristóbal Mountain with 360 ° Views of Santiago
Cerro San Cristóbal is the largest park in Santiago and one of its emblematic attractions.
16:30 Return to Hotel Time to rest up and get ready for dinner.
20:00 Welcome Dinner Chipe Libre.
Chipe Libre is a Restaurant & Pisco Bar inspired by all the regions with a Pisco designation of origin, namely Northern Chile and Southern Peru. The “Pisco”, tired of so many conflicts alleging its “true origin”, rebelled and moved its borders, creating its own Independent Republic which combines the rhythm of cocktail shakers, the seasoning of creative signature cocktails, and a cuisine of expressive, explosive flavors full of substance. And it is right across the street from our hotel!
Foodie Tour and Cooking Experience with Chef Matías Palomo
Join renowned Chilean Chef Matías Palomo (Ex El Bulli, Spain and of one of Chile’s most prominent chefs) for a one-of-a-kind culinary experience in the heart of Santiago. This exclusive tour starts at the iconic La Vega Market, where you’ll handpick fresh local ingredients while learning about Chile’s vibrant food culture. After shopping, you’ll head to the chef’s kitchen for an interactive cooking session, preparing and enjoying a full gourmet meal paired with amazing Chilean wines. This will be a delicious and immersive journey through flavors, stories, and Chilean traditions. Full lunch with wine pairing.
Casablanca, Valparaíso, Viña del Mar, Zapallar
We explore the Casablanca Valley Wine Region and enjoy a 5-star lunch in one of the area’s best restaurants located at the Casas del Bosque vineyard. In addition, you will have a guided tour and tasting of the winery.
9:00: Departure from Santiago Transfer from the hotel to the vineyard. The trip lasts approximately 1 hour.
10:30: Tour of the Casas Del Bosque winery. Guided tour of the exterior, the cellar, tank room, and barrels + tasting of 4 wines (Sauvignon Blanc Reserva, Chardonnay Gran Reserva, Carmenere Gran Reserva y Syrah Pequeñas).
12:30: 3-course lunch with wine pairing at the renowned Tanino Restaurant. This restaurant is recognized for its excellent cuisine and service in a cozy atmosphere surrounded by beautiful gardens with a privileged view of the vineyards. The gastronomic team together with its oenologist work to achieve perfect harmony between their wines and each of the dishes prepared. The winery features avant-garde architecture while the restaurant has been recognized by the Canadian magazine Wine Access as one of the 20 best vineyard restaurants in the world.
15:30: La Sebastiana – Pablo Neruda’s House Museum La Sebastiana is one of the three houses—along with La Chascona in Santiago and Casa de Isla Negra—that were owned by the Chilean poet Pablo Neruda. Located in Valparaíso, on Cerro Bellavista, it stands out for the beauty of its construction and its magnificent view of the bay of the port.
16:30: Atkinson Walk The “Paseo Atkinson,” is located on Cerro Concepción among old 19th century houses, shops, restaurants and a magnificent view. Part of the city’s Heritage Area, it is one of the most traditional viewpoints of the Port City. Here you can appreciate the hills that border the Almendral, and the Plaza Aníbal Pinto and you can even see Viña del Mar.
17:30: Photo at the famous Flower Clock .
The Flower Clock is a garden clock located at the foot of Cerro Castillo, in front of the Caleta Abarca in the city of Viña del Mar, Valparaíso. The flower clock was inaugurated on the occasion of the World Cup held in Chile in 1962, which had the city of Viña del Mar as one of its venues.
18:30: Return to Santiago
07:30: Departure from Santiago to Santa Cruz
The trip lasts approximately 2 hours and 30 minutes. Leaving Santiago, we will have views of the beautiful landscapes of Santa Cruz on the way.
10:30: Premium Wine Tours – Viña Montes
Walk through these beautiful vineyards, with a great view of the Valley. Tour this mystical winery where premium and ultra-premium wines are vinified: Montes Alpha M, Montes Folly, Purple Angel and Montes Alpha. Visit the Barrel Room, where their best wines rest and mature accompanied by Gregorian Songs.
12:00: Lunch in Fuegos de Apalta
Enjoy lunch surrounded by vines in a wonderful setting at Viña Montes from the kitchen run by internationally acclaimed Argentinian chef, Francis Mallmann (author of Seven Fires). The stars of the menu are the meat, fish and vegetables cooked on different types of fires under the dome in the center of the restaurant. Here you’ll be able to see and smell how the food is roasted, grilled, smoked, and baked.
16:30: Clos Apalta tour and wine tasting
Winner of the Most Extraordinary Winery award, Clos Apalta winery has built a seven-story underground complex into the slopes of its land. The winery was designed by the renowned Chilean architect Roberto Benavente Riquelme. “Understatedly functional, yet aesthetically and conceptually grand, the dazzling beauty of the winery is not visible to the naked eye above ground, but buried, it retains an awe-inspiring mystery.”
18:00 Check in for 2 nights at the Hotel Santa Cruz Plaza Colchagua Valley
Spend a relaxing evening in this charming boutique hotel in the center of town. Dinner or a snack is on your own. There is also a spa in the hotel
07:30: Breakfast
8:30: Leave Hotel Santa Cruz Plaza to Viña Vik. This is a one-and-a-half-hour ride.
10:00: Tour and Wine Tasting Viña Vik A tour of this winery that stands out for its unique and unprecedented design, which is, at the same time avant- garde, highly sustainable, and technologically creative. Its striking visual display promises to redefine the wine experience through its three tastings.
12:30: Lunch at Pavilion Restaurant within Viña Vik vineyard Art in all its forms! Enjoy the finest cuisine in a restaurant with stunning architecture and design. Signature dishes “from the garden to your plate” are served in a superbly designed environment with a privileged 360º view of the vineyards, wildlife and mountains.
In her open-kitchen studio at Viu Manent, the renowned chef Pilar Rodríguez shows and shares her passion for cooking and for wine in a cooking classes with food and wine pairing menus. All in the wonderful environment where your senses can develop and really experience the alchemy and passion for food. Return to Santiago
Flight to Puerto Montt El Tepual Airport (flight included in tour price)
After a 1 hour 45-minute flight, a short ferry ride to Chiloé Island.
Upon Arrival Natural Bath Tour
Embark on a unique experience of contemplation and self-awareness as you stroll the serene Pullao Trail. Guided by the soothing voice of an expert, this journey invites you to live in the present moment, awakening your senses and deeply connecting with the island’s natural beauty.
Check in for three nights to the Hotel Refugia Chiloé Refugia Chiloé offers a luxury travel experience for world travelers. The hotel sits high on a hilltop overlooking the calm inland sea, Pullao Bay, and the green lands of the archipelago. This boutique hotel has just 24 wood-clad rooms, its own boat, and the private Refugia Spa. Refugia’s hospitality is personalized, the dining is truly fine, and operations are smooth and professional. The cuisine at Refugia Chiloé is prepared by the Chef and team of culinary artists and feature the wonderful local produce picked from the hotel’s gardens, meats of all types delivered from the nearby free-range animal farms, fish caught daily from the sea, or shellfish and sea urchins harvested from the bay and shore.
Low Tide Experience
Explore the shores of the coast at low tide to join in a traditional activity steeped in the history of time – the craft of shell fishing. When the tide goes out, join our experienced guide to try the ancient craft of shell fishing for a glimpse into a lifestyle unique to this region. Equipped with rubber boots and armed with handmade tools, stroll along the beach seeking various types of shellfish including clams, cholgas, mussels and piures.
Back at the hotel, see how the shellfish gathered during the excursion is cooked and enjoy a lunch that celebrates Chilote tradition and local produce.
Quinchao Experience
Quinchao is the second-largest island in Chiloé, which we will reach by taking a ferry from the village of Dalcahue to Achao. We will head towards Achao, the island’s capital known for its historic buildings with colorful façades made of shingles and walk along its bay to reach its renowned church, a UNESCO World Heritage site. We then visit the local artisan market and an organic farm, where we will learn about the work of a native farmer known for her famous crops of native potatoes and giant garlic and her important work developing a seed bank of indigenous crops. We will enjoy a delicious lunch around a cozy fire before returning to the hotel.
7:00 pm – “Curanto” Unique culinary welcome dinner at Hotel Refugia Chiloe. Experience the magic of Chilote Curanto , an ancestral culinary tradition from southern Chile. Prepared in an earthen pit with hot stones, this feast combines fresh seafood, meats, potatoes, and vegetables, slowly cooked under nalca leaves. We will witness the most anticipated moment: the unveiling, where the rich aromas and flavors emerge in a celebration of tradition. The evening is enhanced by live music performed by local artists, creating an authentic and festive atmosphere.
Castro City Tour and flight to Santiago
The essence of Chiloé lies in its traditional stilt houses called Palafitos, UNESCO World Heritage churches , and the authentic artisan markets of Castro. The Yumbel Market offers a sensory feast with the most characteristic products of Chiloé from native potatoes and giant garlic to intricate baskets, textiles, and a wide variety of fresh seafood.
We will visit the Church of San Francisco, a National Historic Monument and UNESCO World Heritage site, as well as the coastal shipyard where the Hotel Refugio’s “Williche” was built. The tour concludes with a visit to the Church of Nercón, a valuable example of the renowned Chiloé School of Wooden Architecture. Flight to Santiago in the evening Check back into the Hotel Las Cumbres, Lastarria for one night.
Pueblito Los Dominicos and Flights Home
13:30 Farewell lunch Say goodbye to Santiago and Chile and new friends at lunch featuring Chilean cuisine of course!
15:30 Transfer to Pueblito Los Dominicos. Pueblito Los Dominicos reproduces the characteristics of a traditional Chilean village. Narrow dirt streets are flanked by small adobe houses with thatched roofs house workshops where artisans work in front of visitors. This haven in the middle of the city features musical and theatrical performances, national gastronomic displays, and the Las Condes Wax Museum. This is a great place to buy original artisanal souvenirs and gifts to bring back home. Evening transfers to Airport for flights home.
Flights depart Santiago in the evening and arrive the next day in the US.
● Market “foodie” tour and cooking class in Santiago with renowned chef Matías Palomo
● Tour and tastings of top-quality wines in the Casablanca Valley and the Colchagua Valley
● Visit the home of Chilean national poet Pablo Neruda in Valparaiso.
● Extraordinary architecture at wineries including Clos Apalta, winner of the Most Extraordinary Winery, UNESCO designated wooden churches and stilt houses, and the amazing Hotel Refugia .
● Fire-cooked lunch in the vineyard at Viña Montes from the kitchen run by internationally acclaimed Argentinian chef, Francis Mallmann (author of Seven Fires).
● Cooking class with celebrated chef Pilar Rodríguez in her open-kitchen studio at Viu Manent.
● Forest stroll on the serene Pullao Trail with an expert guide deeply connecting with its natural beauty.
● Low-tide experience to try the ancient craft of shell fishing unique to Chiloé Island.
● Meet with a farmer known for her native potatoes and giant garlic and seed bank of indigenous crops followed by lunch around a cozy fire .
● Experience Chiloté Curanto , an ancestral culinary tradition slowly cooked in an earthen pit with hot stones under nalca leaves. The evening is enhanced by live music .
● Santiago City tour (Lunch included)
● Typical Chilean food private cooking class and dinner with Chef Matias Palomo
● Private guided tours of Valparaiso and Viña Del Mar
● Entrance fees to monuments
● Tour and wine tasting in Casas del Bosque, one of the most important vineyards in the Casablanca Valley
● 3 course lunch menu in Tanino, selected by the Canadian magazine Wine Access
● 3 winery tours and wine tastings (Viña Montes, Clos Apalta, Viña Vik)
● Fuegos de Apalta lunch included
● Pilar Rodriguez cooking class and lunch included
● Bottled water on the coach
● Water, coffee and tea with meals
● Round trip domestic flight between Santiago and Puerto Montt
● 5 night’s stay in Hotel Las Cumbres, Lastarria (breakfast included)
● 2 night’s stay in Hotel Santa Cruz Plaza
● 3 night’s stay in Hotel Refugia Chiloe (Breakfast included)
● Luggage handling at hotels
● All transfers from Santiago to Colchagua Valley Round Trip
● All transfers to and from each vineyard
● Tours in Chiloe (Curanto. Natural Bath, Low Tide, Quinchao, Castro City Tour)
● Visit to Pueblito Los Dominicos
● Farewell lunch
● International flights round trip to Santiago de Chile
● Single room supplement
● Private transfer on arrival and departure
● Other meals except the ones indicated as included
● Beverage with some of the meal as indicated in the itinerary
● Travel insurance and trip cancellation insurance (highly recommended)
● Gratuities to guides and drivers
● Personal expenses
● Excess luggage
Hotel Las Cumbres, Lastarria (5 nights)
March 13, 14, 15, 18, 22, 2026
Hotel Las Cumbres
Address: José Victorino Lastarria 299, 8320144 Santiago, Región Metropolitana, Chile
Phone: +56 2 2496 9000
Enjoy a unique stay at Hotel Cumbres Lastarria in Santiago, Chile, a contemporary boutique hotel located in one of Santiago’s most bohemian neighborhoods. Discover a world of modern design and spaciousness, with its striking architecture and unbeatable location in the heart of this captivating neighborhood, renowned for its cultural heritage, museums, and culinary delights.
Hotel Santa Cruz Plaza (2 nights)
March 16 – 17, 2026
Hotel Santa Cruz Plaza
Address: Pl. de Armas 286, Santa Cruz, O’Higgins, Chile
Phone: +56 2 2470 7400
The place where dreams awaken In the city of Santa Cruz, Colchagua Valley, Hotel Santa Cruz invites you to discover the world of wine, history and the traditions of our land. Enjoy unforgettable experiences, together with the friendliest of service, luxury accommodations, excellent cuisine and exceptional comfort, that make for a truly unique stay. Non-smoking hotel.
Hotel Refugia Chiloe (3 nights)
March 19, 20, 21, 2026
Hotel Refugia Chiloe
Address: Sector, San José, Castro, Los Lagos, Chile
Phone: +56 2 6469 0518
Refugia Chiloé offers a luxury travel experience for world travelers. The hotel sits high on a hilltop overlooking the calm inland sea, Pullao Bay, and the green lands of the archipelago. This boutique hotel has just 24 wood-clad rooms, its own boat, and the private Refugia Spa.
Aliza Green is a pioneering Philadelphia-based chef, experienced culinary tour leader, and James Beard Award-winning author. Her fifteen books include “Starting with Ingredients,” “Top 100 Cookbook of the Last 25 Years,” and “Field Guide to Herbs & Spices.” Celestial Voyagers has partnered with Chef Green to create unique cultural tours with a culinary focus for 2025 and 2026. You can find this program on Chef Aliza’s website and learn more details about her work.
Price in twin room (two beds or one): $8,950
Single room supplement: $1,725
Deposit: $750 upon registration
Final payment due: Friday, December 26, 2025
| This trip is a land-only program. For the international flights you need a round trip ticket to Santiago de Chile Please contact Celestial Voyagers before booking your flights. We can help you to select the best route, schedule and fare you may want. Should you get your ticket on your own please send us a copy in order to assist you with arrival and departure transfers. |
Celestial Voyager’s Terms and Conditions relate to specific contracts with various suppliers. The policies and regulations below must be strictly enforced.
We may adjust the program, but we will commit to creating the best possible program for guests with safety, comfort, and ease our top priorities.
A deposit of $750 is paid online at time of registration and will guarantee your space and the type of room you wish to reserve. We do recommend registering as soon as possible.
Final payment is due by Friday, December 26, 2025.
Should you register after Friday, December 26, 2025, full payment is due; deposit can be paid on line and the balance due should follow as soon as you receive your invoice.
All changes and cancellations must be provided in writing via email or postal service.
Your deposit is refundable up to Thursday, December 11, 2025 minus $350 processing fee.
For cancellation received in writing between Friday, December 12, 2025 and Saturday, December 27, 2025, the deposit is non refundable.
For cancellation received in writing between Sunday, December 28, 2025 and Saturday, January 10, 2026, the penalty is 50 % of the trip value.
For cancellation received in writing after Saturday, January 10, 2026, and in case of no show the penalty is 100% of the trip value.
Should you be able to provide a new participant to take your place the name change fee will be waived and no penalty will apply.
We highly recommend taking travel insurance to protect yourself from these penalties.
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We advise all travelers to purchase travel insurance in case of any unforeseen circumstances and if you are no longer able to travel. We offer the following insurance policies through Allianz Travel Insurance: Basic, Classic, and Classic with cancel anytime. Prices vary with age and amount insured.
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Passport
Most countries require that a passport be valid for six months beyond the completion of a trip. If your passport expires before September 24, 2026, you must apply to renew your passport.
Visa
Please check with the Chile Consulate Office or a visa agency for the latest requirements. You will also need a re-entry permit to return to the USA
Aliza Green is a renowned chef, an award-winning author of 15 cookbooks, and a certified tour director who is experienced in planning and leading international culinary tours. She loves to share her deep culinary knowledge, her fascinating stories, and kitchen tips and tricks gained from her extensive experience in the kitchen.