The 12 Long Lunches in Chile That Earn Their Price

1.Glacier Tour with Lunch & Whiskey Aperitif

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 110 reviews · 10 hours · from $279Our pick

Set out from Puerto Natales or Puerto Bories for a full day on Ultima Esperanza Fjord. You will see Balmaceda Glacier from the boat, walk to Serrano Glacier in Bernardo O'Higgins National Park, and finish with lunch and a whiskey aperitif served with ancient ice at Estancia Perales. Guides speak Spanish and English.

“Loved this day trip to visit the glaciers! Spectacular views and the lunch was incredible!”

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2.Casablanca world class wines, 4 vineyards & Tanino lunch stop

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 109 reviews · 9 hours (approx.) · from $149Top rated

Travel from Santiago into the Casablanca Valley with a local guide, tasting three wines each at Emiliana, Viñamar, and Bodegas RE. The fourth stop, Casas del Bosque, is for an a la carte lunch at Tanino, not another tasting. Expect about nine hours, hotel pickup, a small group of up to 15, and a mix of organic, sparkling, boutique, and classic Chilean wines.

“We had a great tour with Marcelo going to Casablanca Valley. He was very knowledgeable about the area and took us to 4 very nice wineries. We had some fantastic wines and a very nice full day tour.”

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3.Balmaceda & Serrano Glaciers Boat Tour and traditional lunch.

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 95 reviews · 10 to 11 hours (approx.) · from $256

Spend 10 to 11 hours sailing the Ultima Esperanza Fjord from Puerto Natales to Balmaceda and Serrano glaciers. Expect wildlife, waterfalls, a 40-minute forest walk, and a traditional ranch lunch with lamb, chicken, or a vegetarian option. The boat holds up to 150 people, so outdoor viewing spots can be limited.

“The day tour was really great! Beautiful sights glaciers wild animals waterfalls staff on board really nice and helpful good lunch with barbecue in a remote place! However I was shocked to realize that Viator cashed TWICE the price for the tour. A commission on the price is understandable but a 50% is outrageous . I strongly advise people to book their tours on site with locals there are lots of options. I will NEVER use Viator again it was not commercial and it was abusive.”

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4.Nevado Valley Tour with Lunch in Hotel

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 73 reviews · 10 hours (approx.) · from $277

Leave Santiago at 6:00 am for Valle Nevado in the Andes. This 10-hour outing includes private group transport, a bilingual guide, gondola ticket, hotel facilities, lunch, and a welcome drink. Guides such as María José, Andrés, Matías, and Ermenes have led recent departures, with skiing and snow viewing both possible.

“Best Ski Trip ever!!! What an amazing and beautiful experience skiing in Los Andes Mountains!!! Our tour guide Maria Jose and driver Andres were very attentive and helpful throughout the whole trip. Very welcoming, nice and joyful since the beginning, definitely elevated our experience. Must do trip if visiting Chile.”

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5.Penguin Watching Navigation Cachagua Lunch From STGO Private Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 50 reviews · 7 to 9 hours (approx.) · from $398

Leave Santiago at 8:00 am for Cachagua Island, where a small motorboat takes you along the coast to see Humboldt penguins and seabirds. The day also includes Reñaca, Viña del Mar, Valparaíso, Cerro Alegre, and an empanada lunch. Guides such as Terry, Lautaro, and Hernan lead the tour, weather permitting.

“Great trip. Everything we hoped for and more!! Thank to our guid Laturo for making the day memorable.”

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6.P. Natales: Balmaceda & Serrano Glaciers with Lunch & Whisky

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 44 reviews · 10 hours · from $313

Spend 10 hours cruising from Puerto Natales through Ultima Esperanza Fjord to Balmaceda and Serrano Glaciers. You’ll see waterfalls and wildlife, walk for about an hour through coihue and ñirre forest to Serrano Glacier, toast with whisky and ancient ice, then eat Cordero al Palo at Estancia Perales. English and Spanish guides lead the day.

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7.Casa del Bosque Winery with Tasting and Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 16 reviews · 5 hours · from $120

Spend five hours at Casa del Bosque in Chile’s Casablanca Valley, with pickup in Santiago, a 1.5-hour winery tour, four tastings led by a sommelier guide, and a three-course meal at Tanino, paired with two additional wines. Spanish and English service is available.

“El tour se centra principalmente en la experiencia de la comida en Tanino y la visita a las bodegas con cata incluida, practicamente toda la experiencia es atendida por el personal del restaurante y del viñedo. Puedo decir la comida es excelente, muy rica y bien servida y el recorrido y cata de vinos es muy buena, la experiencia puede enriquecerse con preguntas acerca del proceso y del vino. En cuanto al operador del tour, no ofrece mas que traslados, no aporta nada a la visita, lo que me llamó la atencion es que participo en la cata de vinos y tomo algo, tenia entendido hay cero tolerancia de alcohol…”

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8.Guided Full-Day Walking Tour with a Chilean Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 7 reviews · 7 hours · from $180

Spend seven flexible hours with a private guide exploring Santiago on foot and by public transport. Visit downtown, Central Market, Cerro San Cristobal, Café con Piernas, and La Piojera, then enjoy a three-course Chilean lunch with wine. Guides speak English, Spanish, or Portuguese, and pickup is available from hotels in central Santiago districts.

“Romi is very knowledgeable, friendly and flexible regarding what would be of interest to us. She walked at our pace and exposed us to the rich Chilean culture and history.”

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9.Andean Saltflats full-day with breakfast and lunch

★★★★★★★★★★3.6 · 6 reviews · 7 hours · from $81Best value

Travel from San Pedro de Atacama into the high Andes for Licancabur volcano views, Queipiaco wetland, flamingos, vicuñas, Monje de La Pacana, Aguas Calientes, Quisquiro, and the Black Lagoon. An English or Spanish guide, breakfast, lunch, and hotel pickup are included. Expect a scenic day with plenty of driving.

“Tour itself was not bad although I felt it was rushed and stopped only few times just to take few pictures. You don’t really get close to animals either. We spent most of the time driving around. The worst part was discovering that I have paid way more than anyone else in the van because I booked here the rest of the group paid almost half of the price that seem more reasonable for the type of tour you gonna get. Definitely not value for money, save your money and book a serious tour with more stops. The only good part about were the guide and the people on the…”

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10.Electric Scooter City Tour with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 6 reviews · 2h 30m · from $95

Join Daniel Bustos of Scoo Tours Chile for a 150-minute small-group ride through Santiago’s civic center, historic squares, markets, courts, and financial district. You’ll use an electric scooter, hear the city’s political and cultural story in English, Spanish, or Portuguese, and finish with fresh Chilean empanadas at a local market.

“Great way to get oriented for our first day in Santiago. Daniel was very accommodating on times, scooters great & felt very safe. Great to also go into the fish market & try fresh ceviche (optional) as well as (included) empanadas.”

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11.Santa Rita Vineyard Tour with Lunch, an Unforgettable Day!

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 4 reviews · 9 hours · from $207

Spend about nine hours at Viña Santa Rita in Chile’s Maipo Valley. Ride or walk through the grounds, visit the Neo-Gothic Chapel and 120 Patriots’ Cellar, taste one Reserva and two Gran Reserva wines, see 3,000-plus pre-Columbian objects, and finish with a three-course Chilean lunch.

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12.Portillo & Laguna del Inca with Lunch at the Hotel Portillo

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3 reviews · 10 hours · from $147

Spend 10 hours traveling from Santiago into the Andes with a bilingual guide in English, Portuguese, or Spanish. See Salto del Soldado, Paso Internacional Los Libertadores, Portillo Ski Center, and blue Laguna del Inca. Lunch at Hotel Portillo is included, with guides such as Jaime and Matias praised for clear explanations and attentive service.

“Guia maravilhoso e feliz Matias e o motorista Luis prudente e profissional!! Passeio maravilhoso e o lugar deslumbrante”

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