Valparaiso Wine and Bike Tour

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Valparaiso Wine and Bike Tour

  • We are the ONLY bike tour going through Casablanca vineyard with the lowest price!

  • Discover the wine valley and visit the modern and innovative cellars

  • Awarded with a Certificate of Excellence by TripAdvisor

ONLINE BOOKING IS CURRENTLY NOT AVAILABLE ON FINDLOCALTRIPS.COM FOR TOURS IN CHILE DUE TO REGULATIONS ON TICKET SALES, MOST OTHER TOURS ARE AVAILABLE TO BOOK HERE ONLINE. OUR CHILE TOURS WILL BE AVAILABLE VERY SOON. PLEASE CHECK OUT THE INFORMATION BELOW FOR MORE TOUR DETAILS. THANK YOU FOR YOUR UNDERSTANDING AND CHECK BACK SOON.

AVAILABILITY

All year round only on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays

DURATION

2 hours 30 minutes

START LOCATION

Plaza Sotomayor, between Cochrane and Sotomayor St.

END LOCATION

Plaza Sotomayor, between Cochrane and Sotomayor St.

OPERATOR NAME

LA BICICLETA VERDE

Start Time

11:00

ONLINE BOOKING NOT AVAILABLE

DETAILED DESCRIPTION

Our tour meets in Plaza Sotomayor in Valparaiso at 10am, for the 30-minute ride out to the vineyard.

At 11am, have a wander between the vines and take in the views. You will begin to hear about the Kingston Family vineyard, purchased by John Kingston nearly 100 years ago. It may surprise you that the family bought the land in an attempt to discover gold. This mission was a complete failure… Almost when all hope was lost, the Kingstons really hit gold when they planted their first grapes. At the time, they weren't to know the future success of this. The Kingstons made some of Chile's finest pinot noir, thanks to the area’s biodiversity and fertile environment. The guide will sneak out a bottle of crisp, sauvignon blanc wine for the 8-10 km ride. We will enjoy it in a shaded cove, amongst the native vegetation of the valley, and you will learn how to smell, taste, and appreciate the wine!

At 12:30pm, it will be time to dismount your bike, and to discover the other side of the wine-making process. We are invited into the Kingston Family’s modern and innovative cellars to learn about their unique wine making process. And for the grand finale we head out to the courtyard together for… yes, you’ve guessed it - MORE WINE! Taste the vineyard’s red wines, while overlooking the winery and the valley as a whole. A very insightful and delicious morning will be had with 4 wine tastings. Ask us any questions, and we’ll do a great job at answering them (especially if they are about wine).

At 1:30pm, the tour ends just in time for you to discover the rest of the wine valley. Our guide will give you suggestions for local lunch ideas in the town of Casablanca, or luxury options such as neighbouring vineyards. Hit the wine shop to take some presents back home… or just to drink!

TOUR TICKETS (MAY VARY BY DATE)
Ticket Price(USD)
ADULT 50.00 (USD)
CHILD (3 TO 12YRS OLD) 25.00 (USD)
TOUR ITINERARY

09:45 - 10:00

Meeting point at Plaza Sotomayor


10:00 - 11:00

Head to the Casablanca Valley vineyard


11:00

Weave between the vines and learn about the vineyard's history


12:30

Visit the cellars and have 4 wine tastings


13:30

End of the tour


INCLUDED

- English and Spanish speaking guide
- Transport from Plaza Sotomayor to the vineyard
- Bottle of water
- Helmet
- Bike
- 4 wine tastings

NOT INCLUDED

- Tips for the guides
- Personal expenses
- Lunch
- Transport from the vineyard to Plaza Sotomayor (taxi ride $12 000 CLP per cab or bus ride $2 000 CLP)

RECOMMENDED

- Comfortable clothes
- Walking shoes
- Camera
- Extra cash
- Sunscreen

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 POLICY

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.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
  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 Valparaiso, don't leave the reservations until the last minute because we can fill up pretty quickly.

  2. How can I get back to Valparaiso from the vineyard?

    You can get there by taxi ($12 000 CLP per cab) or by bus ($2 000 CLP per person). We’ll arrange a taxi to drop you off right at Valparaiso 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?

    Valparaiso 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. Valparaiso 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.

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