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TOUR 1: SANTIAGO CITY TOUR
Dates:
Monday,
May 30th 2005; 14:30 hrs – 18:00 hrs
This tour starts in “El Pueblito de los Dominicos”,
a picturesque representation of a country side village of
artisans. You will then visit the San Francisco Church. This
church was built between 1572 and 1618. We will next continue
to the “Club Hípico”, horse-racing course
considered one of the most beautiful in South America. We
will then ride by the Palacio de la Moneda, current seat of
government. Next, we will visit the Plaza de Armas, where
you will observe important National Monuments, such as the
Iglesia Catedral (Cathedral), Correo Central (Main Post Office)
and the Municipalidad de Santiago (City Hall). We will continue
our trip to the Cerro Santa Lucía (Santa Lucia Hill),
where the city was founded in 1541, and cross the Mapocho
River, passing through various residential districts completing
an overview of the city.
Price: USD 34
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TOUR
2: VALPARAISO AND VIÑA DEL MAR
Dates:
Tuesday, May 31st 2005; 9:00
hrs. – 18:30 hrs.
It is the most important city-port of central Chile, surrounded
by forty-five hills that along with its ravines plunge down
into the sea, and whose beaches and rock formations, form
a narrow, coastal plane.
Valparaiso
has always had a great attraction and it has been a source
of inspiration for artist, musicians and great poets, such
as Pablo Neruda, which famous house “La Sebastiana “
is now a museum.
Depart
from Valparaíso to Viña Indomita located in
Casablanca Valley on the way to Santiago. This valley is known
internationally for producing fine white wines. This is mainly
due to natural factors such as the soil and fresh climate,
which allow the grapes to mature slowly, giving the unique
fruit characteristics. At Viña Indomita we will enjoy
the view of a winery, a tour of the cellars and lunch.
Price:
USD 69
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TOUR
3: SANTA CRUZ, WINES AND COSTUMES
Dates:
Wednesday, 1 June 2005 ; 8:00 hrs – 18:00
hrs
This
is an inspiration for the seekers of good wine, cuisine and centenarian
traditions. Situated in the heart of the Colchagua Valley ( 150
Km South of Santiago) the Santa Cruz Plaza hotel is an exquisite
combination of good taste, attention to detail and first class service.
We will visit two vineyards, producing high quality export wines.
The visit will include wine tasting, and lunch will be offered.
In the afternoon, we will visit the Colchagua museum, which has
a complete display of the history of South America and Chilean central
region, including samples from Prehispanic times to artifacts of
the beginning of the century. Return to Santiago in the late afternoon.
Price:
USD 77
TOUR 5: CASABLANCA VALLEY
Dates:
Tuesday,
May 31st, 2005; 9:00 hrs. – 18:00 hrs.
Wednesday, June 1st, 2005; 9:00 hrs. – 18:00 hrs.
Even
though this valley has been recently “discovered”,
it has already gained worldwide renown, and has been compared
to the best lands in the world. The positive influence of
sea air creates the perfect ecologic conditions for grape
growing.
Casablanca valley is located 40 kilometers from Valparaiso
and 80 kilometers from Santiago.
Although white varieties such as Chardonnay and Sauvignon
Blanc have been recognized worldwide, local winemakers are
hoping that someday they will produce equally high quality
red wines here. Growth in the wine industry in Casablanca
has been explosive. There are approximately 25 large vineyards
established in the valley today, such as Indomita, Casas
del Bosque, Casablanca, Veramonte, William Cole, among others.
Price:
USD 77
TOUR
CANCELLATION:
If a tour is cancelled
due to lack of participants, ADS Mundo (tour operator)
will inform such cancellation to the participants directly.
Money will be refunded in cash at the Congress tourism
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The
three tours below are offered to accompanying persons Free
of Charge:
1
Monday , May 30st
SANTIAGO CITY TOUR
14:30 hrs – 18:00 hrs
2
Tuesday, May 31st
VALPARAISO AND VIÑA DEL MAR EXCURSION
9:00 hrs - 18:30 hrs
3
Wednesday, June 1st
SHOPPING TOUR TO PARQUE ARAUCO SHOPPING MALL
11:30 hrs – 15:30 hrs
All
buses will depart from the Sheraton Hotel.
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