Who is Julio?
A registered local guide who will show you the secrets of Chile's beautiful and crazy geography.

For me, Tourism is not a job, it is a beautiful way of life. I love meeting people from all over the world and showing them "my mountains", "my ocean", "my vineyards", "my city" … "my captivating Country".

I am sure you that after I take you to our most important places and the must-see spots (those that you'd only be able to reach with a local) you will love also my Country!!!

So Hello and be very welcome, travellers from around the world. I hope these words do find you well! Thank you for visiting Chile. As a local guide, my goal is to make you feel like just another Chilean!

I have been working for more than 17 years in tourism, linked to hotels and restaurants all across the country.

I have been visiting places all around, from heritage neighbourhoods, to the amazing Andes Mountain range, and vineyards that produce world-class wines. I've also provided support to cruise passengers in their visits!

In summation, do not wait any longer and allow yourself to be impressed by an unforgettable life experience with a local guide like me!

-National Tourism Service, SERNATUR: Registered Tour Guide, #944.
-Certificates in Accessible Tourism & Sustainable Tourism
-Responsible Mountaineering Certification from Volcano School
-English Language Certification from Chilean-British University of Culture
-Guide Training from Museum of Memory and Human Rights
-Transversal Training for Mountain Emergencies from Wilderness Advanced First Aid - Wafa
-Professional Driver's License

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Can you believe that The City of Valparaíso is the only city in Chile which has never been founded?

A well established notion is that in the past, it was faster to travel by sea than by land. Before The Panama Canal was opened, the Strait of Magellan was the main route between The Atlantic and Pacific Oceans, and Valparaíso was the most important port in Latin America.

As a nationally registered guide, I'll be able to help you understand how and why certain names such as Gervasoni, Adtinson and Dimalow were so important for the development of Valparaíso. And prepare your camera because I'll be taking you through crazy streets, neighbourhoods with must-see neoclassical buildings and amazing viewpoints!

I'll make sure you're able to feel what is like to live in "La Joya del Pacífico" (The Jewel of the Pacific) at least for a day.

You can also opt to have lunch in a local restaurant, trying our typical food such as: "Pastel de Choclo", local sea food & fish or try our delicious "empanadas", among others!

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