Private tour in Santiago Christopher John W

Santiago and it's eternal snowcapped Andes.

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Christopher John W.

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I was born in Barcelona,and lived in Valencia Spain for my first years . My dad was a true englishman and mother from Chile, which makes me a eclectic mut ! As a child lived first in Honduras, but by the age of 7 was in the UK for the next six years , first in Islington London and then Hastings, east Sussex (boarding school ), that's where I got a distinct fluent english , which makes me easily understood and sets me apart from most of my piers with heavy south american accents. . Finally Argentinal would be my last stop , finishing secundary school years in a english boarding school , near the city of Cordoba, La Cumbre, saint Paul's school. In 1990 my parents decided to settle in Santiago de Chile , maybe the recovery of democracy helped in this crucial decision. After studying hotel administration in Santiago I became a flight attendant for then Lan Chile , for almost four years. I was then introduced into receptive tourism by a friend who knew well the industry , I knew from getgo, it was going to be my bag. I enjoy showing the diversity of my country , with rich culture, history and traditions, and also appreciate meeting different walks of life. Like wine , I believe in doing things with passion and dedication, including detailed customized tours , restaurant or vineard reservations, , in high season and many other small but crucial details that in the end, make a unforgetable and memorable experience. With more than 25 years in the trade, I feel confident providing quality time, making sure to meet clients needs and avoiding when possible tourist traps. Hotel and restaurant administration, at CET, Centro de estudios turisticos. First aid course. Pre -columbian cultures course, at pre-columbian museum. Professional driver's license . 23 years experience as a tour guide in central Chile for companies like Travel Art, South American Tours , DMC (destination management chile) , which caters cruises , or Upscape , among others. Flight attendant for then Lan Chile for almost four years, flying from Santiago to New York, Miami, L.A. or Madrid and most south american capitals , incuding Easter Island in the middle of the Pacific. No restrictions.

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Overview of your Santiago tour

Downtown historic part of city, visit , Santa Lucia hill, where Spanish Pedro de Valdivia, who then became first govenor, named the city, Santiago of the new extreme in 1541 and later enhanced with exhuberant flora, by mayor Benjamin Vicuña Mackenna, Presidential palace "La Moneda. " with the constitutional plaza and other important surrounding gov. buildings , like metropolitan intendent headquarters or treasury and controlary departments. "Plaza de Armas ", with cathedral , rennaissence townhall and post office among some distinctive buidings. English inspired horse race track , Club Hipico. San Cristobal hill or metropolitan parque , gondola ride, going up and down , reaching the virgen of immaculate conception of Mary, with breathtaking views. Uptown drive through the sanhattan , and Bicentenial park in Vitacura district and view point . A interesting selection of local made handicrafts can be seen at los Dominicos handicraft viilage , Las Condes district.

Recent Reviews

Christopher W.United States
August 2025

Christopher did an amazing job for us today on a tour of Santiago. His knowledge of the city of the buildings of the history of the food is amazing. I strongly recommend using Christopher for anything you need in Santiago from places to eat shop historical wine vineyards this diagnosis stuff. We had an epic day with him. Thanks, Christopher OK

Diane M.United States
February 2025

Our tour was scheduled on a Monday so many of the sites were closed. He adjusted well and led us on a full day tour of Santiago, and then to the coast. His English is excellent and he is knowledgeable about Chile and especially about wines. The lunch spot in Vino del Mar was excellent.

Edward R.United States
February 2025

Chris did an excellent job showing us the historical sites and diverse neighborhoods of Santiago. He took us to a great lunch spot and Chauferred us from the hotel to the tour back to the hotel and then to the airport for no extra charge. I highly recommend Chris.

Debbie O.United States
March 2024

A very comprehensive and well-planned introduction to the many aspects of Santiago. Chris is knowledgeable and informative.

David C.United States
January 2024

Chris was a perfect guide for us. His great English skill combined with his knowledge of the City, current culture and politics, and its history made the day enjoyable and very informative for us.

Kathleen W.United States
March 2023

Chris was an outstanding guide and we are very lucky to meet him on our first day in Chile. He is very knowledgeable about the wine and wine industry in Chile. We were very appreciative for all of his recommendations. Enjoy your tour with Chris!

Your Santiago tour itinerary

Santa Lucia hill, presidential palace for our downtown walk and visit the Plaza de Armas, Catholic cathedral and the ex-governors house now turned post office main building. Then Mercado central , with elaborate iron work on the roof , copies of Eiffel. Republica neighbourhood with it's old mansions , passed it's heyday and belonging to eighteen hundreds also the stylish , "club hipico " , a stunning english inspired horse race track , from 1927. Gondola ride , San Cristobal hill or Metropolitan park. Sanhattan, our blend of modern skyscrapers , embassiess . Bicentenial park, , Vitacura Los Dominicos handicfraft market. Lunch stop have several good options : La Mar , exquisite fusion of sushi and peruvian cuisene under the umbrella of renown chef Gaston Acurio , or endulge in peruvian authentic cousine like AyarUchu in La Reina district, best ratio quality price.

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Transport details
Type: Private Transportation / Category: Station Wagon

Spacious, clean and comfortable vehicle. Station wagon, Kia gran carnival automatic . Fully equipped, and with AC.

What's included
Other: Professional English speaking driver and guide in a comfortable, spacious and clean vehicle.Bottled mineral water without gas.Flexible with client needs.
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Private Transportation
Public Transportation
Tickets: Gondola ride up then going down
What's not included
Other: Personal expenses. Lunch . drinks and snacks. Personal items.
Food Drinks Snacks
Tastings
Meeting location

Santiago, Santiago Metropolitan Region, Chile

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Tour categories
Nature Wildlife And Safaris
Layover
City Highlights
Tour reference number
503625
Languages
Spanish
English
Activity level
Minimal
Accessibility
Kid Friendly
Wheelchair Accessible

Traveller reviews

4.9

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