Transportation Valparaiso-Santiago

[noreenlar]

We our arriving in Valparaiso Chile Jan. 23, 2008 on Seabourn, can anyone suggest transportation from Valparaiso to Santiago and also tours in Santiago. We will be spending two days in Santiago, staying at the Crowne Plaza.

Thanks.

[Keith1010]

When we sailed with Seabourn we used the transporation provided by Seabourn so I am not sure how much private transfers will cost. What I wanted to mention to you is that the drive from Santiago to Valparaiso is approximately 90 minutes; could be slightly more depending on traffic so keep that in mind.

 

Keith

[CruisinMatt]

Like Keith said, it's a long transfer on highways and through the mountains, whatever you do, make sure you book something reputable if not directly with Seabourn. Chile is a wonderful country! :D

[Margate Cruiser]

We did your trip last year and did the ships transportation. Not worth the hassle doing it yourself. We are going to be in Santiago this year on the 20th till the 23rd and taking the bus back to the ship where we will be going onto Rio. You will have a great trip. We loved it. We are stay at the Ritz down town great hotel.

[macsmum1]

We did this last year on Princess and booked a private tour from Santiago to Valparaiso through http://www.enaturchile.com. They will customize the tour for you - but picked us up at the hotel - helped me with my fractured Spanish regarding a few questions on my bill:p. We stopped at a winery, the town of Vina del Mar, had lunch; toured Valparaiso before dropping us at the pier. There was a driver and guide in a new Mercedes who both spoke English very well.

 

We had a great day and they stopped whenever we wished. We really enjoyed this rather than taking a bus.

[noreenlar]

Thanks to all who replied.