Meet your green T-shirted guide at the Cousiño Macul Vineyard, located within Santiago’s city limits. Here we will give you a green bike, a bottle of water, and a wine glass to put in your basket. Nestled between the Andes, the winery is waiting and ready for us to pedal right through the middle of it!

After the first hour of weaving our way through the 80-year-old vines, we’ll stop to talk about how Cousiño Macul was born, including the grapes, and what is so special about this family-owned vineyard. The guide will sneak a bottle out of the bodega so we can enjoy a tasting between the vines. We will ‘salud’ and learn how to smell, taste, and appreciate the wine (you don't need to be a wine snob to enjoy this experience)!

Once the glasses are empty, we are only a light peddle away from the wine cellar. You won’t be disappointed by this cellar, built in 1874 by French architects. As the century-old residence is on the property, out of respect to the 6th generation family, we’ll stick to biking through their vineyard, instead of exploring their personal and private home.

With 100-year-old authentic wooden barrels towering over us, your guru will explain the wine making process, as we walk through the cellar. Onwards we go, observing the equipment used to make wine in the 1920s and 30s. A very relaxing morning/afternoon will be had, accompanied by 4 wine tastings. Ask us anything, we are certain to know the answer (especially if it's about wine)!

Don’t forget to check out the wine shop at the end of the tour, for some affordable vino to take home… or just drink.

Departures:
11:00 hrs
15:00 hrs

10:30 - 11:00 / 14:30 - 15:00

Meet at Cousiño Macul vineyard

11:00 / 15:00

Get ready to pedal right through the middle of the Andes

12:00 / 16:00

Learn about the vineyard; enjoy a tasting between the vines

13:00 / 17:00

Hear about the wine making process; enjoy 4 wines tastings

- English and Spanish speaking guide
- Bottle of water
- Helmet
- Bike
- Sunscreen
- 4 wine tastings

- Tips for the guides
- Personal expenses
- Taxi fee $6.000 CPL per trip from and to Quilin metro stop

- Comfortable clothes
- Walking shoes
- Camera
- Extra cash

IMPORTANT INFORMATION:

EXCLUSIONS
It’s not possible for children under 3 years old to partake in this tour.

CHILDREN (FROM TO 3 TO 12 YEARS OLD)
In order to obtain this discount, the child must be over 3 years of age, and up to 12 years of age on the date they are due to take the tour.

Cancellation or changes of this tour:

CHANGES: It is FREE to change the tour date before 6:00 pm (Santiago time) 2 days before the tour begins.

NO SHOWS & CANCELLATIONS: If you cancel before 6:00 pm (Santiago time) 2 days before the tour, a 10% administration fee will apply. After this time, there is a 100% no show or cancellation fee.

Please email bookings@findlocaltrips.com to cancel this tour or make any changes.

1. How far in advance should I book my tour?

   Due to the growing demand for our tours, the sooner you book, the better. If you're 100% convinced about choosing us to show you the best of Santiago, don't leave the reservations until the last minute because we can fill up pretty quickly.

2. How can I get to Cousiño Macul vineyard?

   You can get there by metro (stop at Quilín), followed taxi. Bikes are waiting at the vineyard! We’ll arrange a taxi to drop you off right at the metro when you are finished with your wine… Cheers to that!

3. Do I need to be fit for this tour?

   No, not at all. Anyone who knows how to ride a bike will enjoy our tours. Both children and elderly folk have joined us over the past months, with no problems at all. Our tours all have a number of short stops while en route, to share information, ask questions, laugh, and rest when needed. We have put together a ride that is suitable for all skill levels and ages, from those who haven’t ridden for years to those who ride regularly. La Bicicleta Verde is a great option for the whole family. It’s all as easy as …well, riding a bike! No, you will not be the first grandmother or grandfather riding the tours. Our afternoon tour, Parks and Politics, is a gentle ride through the parks and downtown Santiago, pedaling and coasting for about 6.8 miles, or 11 kilometres. Our morning tour, Local Life, is a gentle ride through the northern part of Santiago, including Bella Vista, Patronato, and into the main square. This easy-going outing is just over 4.1 miles, or 6.6 kilometres long. Santiago is a perfect city for bike riding or bike tourism, due to its flat landscape, open park space, and relatively well-ordered side streets. These factors help to create a simple route, suitable for almost all types of people. If you feel comfortable riding a bike through a park at a slow speed, you will feel comfortable on our tours.

4. How many people are in each tour?

   Most groups average from 6-8 people, with a maximum of 15 passengers. Any groups over 5 passengers go with 2 guides, just to make the tour more personalized.

5. Are there any age or height requirements, or limitations in this respect?

   At the moment, all passengers under the age of 15 must be accompanied by an adult. While there is no height requirement, our bikes are best suited for individuals over 1.60 metres, or 5 foot 3 inches tall. As for our tallest customers, we have had visitors measuring in at nearly 6 foot 8 inches, or close to 2 metres tall. Considering our bike tours are created for casual use and not for a racing or competitions, our beach bikes fit visitors of all sizes.

6. Is it safe?

   Santiago is a very safe city. Chileans are very respectful of us throughout our tours, slowing down to give us the right of way at turns and junctions, and stopping when we need to cross at the different side streets throughout the route. Santiago is an ideal city for bike riding or bike tourism, due to its level landscape, spacious park areas, and relatively uncluttered side streets. All of this makes for a simple route, suitable for almost all types of individuals. If you feel comfortable riding a bike through a park at a slow speed, you will feel comfortable on our tours. Safety and comfort are La Bicicleta Verde’s number 1 priorities.

7. Should I bring my own bike to the tour?

   No need! All our tours include a green 1970's Beach Cruiser bike. We also provide a helmet and bottle of mineral water for every rider. And of course, a bilingual guide (who speaks English and Spanish) will lead you throughout the route.

8. Do I have to wear a helmet?

   Yes. This is a basic safety measure, required by Chilean law.