Maipo Valley · Day tour with private transport

Maipo Deluxe Wine Tour

DurationAbout 8.5 hours
PickupYour hotel in Santiago
WineriesDon Melchor and El Principal
TransportPrivate, from 2 guests

Maipo Valley is one of Chile’s most storied wine regions, home to historic estates, iconic reds and the birthplace of Chile’s first icon wine. This deluxe tour is built for travelers who want a deeper, more exclusive day.

You’ll begin with a private Collector’s tour and tasting at the Don Melchor estate, stop for lunch at the renovated Bodega 1883 restaurant, and finish at El Principal, a boutique winery at the foot of the Andes producing some of Chile’s most elegant, terroir-driven wines.

Itinerary

9:00 AM Pickup at your hotel in Santiago

10:00 AM Don Melchor private Collector’s Experience

A private walk through the gardens of the founder’s summer house, a tour of the historic Don Melchor mansion, and a tasting of 5 wines: 3 single-parcel wines, a blend of those parcels and the current vintage of Don Melchor. Ends with a visit to the Collection Room.

12:30 PM Lunch at Bodega 1883, Concha y Toro

A stylish, relaxed restaurant with a seasonal menu of local ingredients and optional wine flights from across the Concha y Toro portfolio, including Almaviva. Lunch is paid directly at the restaurant.

3:00 PM El Principal ICON premium tasting

A boutique winery in the foothills of the Andes. A guided tasting of 4 wines: Kiñe, Calicanto, Memorias and El Principal, the winery’s flagship icon wine.

4:00 PM Depart Maipo Valley

5:30 PM Return to your hotel in Santiago

What’s included

Included

Round-trip private transportation in a comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle
Hotel pickup and drop-off (Santiago)
Wine tour and tasting fees

Not included

Lunch (paid directly at the restaurant)
Guide/driver gratuity (optional, appreciated)
Personal purchases (wine, gifts)

Booking requirements

Minimum 2 guests required

Cancellation policy

Cancellations made at least 72 hours prior to the scheduled pickup time are eligible for a 50% refund.
Cancellations made within 72 hours of the scheduled pickup time are non-refundable.
Please note that all bookings are non-transferable.
All cancellations must be provided in writing.
Refunds are processed within 15 business days.

Questions about this tour

Is lunch included?

No. Lunch at Bodega 1883 is a stop on the tour, but it is paid directly at the restaurant.

Which days does this tour run?

Monday through Saturday.

Where do you pick us up?

At your hotel in Santiago at 9:00 AM. You are back at your hotel around 5:30 PM.

How long is the drive from Santiago?

About 1 hour each way, depending on traffic.

Which wines will we taste?

At Don Melchor, 3 single-parcel wines, a blend of those parcels and the current Don Melchor vintage. At El Principal, Kiñe, Calicanto, Memorias and El Principal.

How many guests do we need?

A minimum of 2 guests. The transport is private, just for your group.

Is this a private tour?

Your transport is always private, just for your group. Winery tours and tastings are shared with other guests, unless the itinerary says “private”.

How do we pay?

We first check availability at the wineries, then confirm your tour by email. Payment is made through PayPal.

Is the deposit refundable?

No. Your deposit covers the work behind your tour: planning with you by email, booking and confirming each winery and restaurant, and changing or cancelling those reservations if needed. That work starts as soon as you book, so the deposit is non-refundable.

Have a general question about visiting Chilean wine country, such as tipping, currency, or transportation? See our Frequently Asked Questions.

Private transport

Lunch paid directly$395 USD pp

DurationAbout 8.5 hours
AvailabilityMonday to Saturday
DepartsYour hotel in Santiago
TransportPrivate, minimum 2

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★★★★★

“I would describe our visit to Casa Don Melchor as a perfect day.”
Richard F · January 2026

“Highlight of our two days was a private tasting at Don Melchor winery.”
Cliff R · November 2023

“El Principal, a smaller winery with beautiful views and really unique wines.”
AppMyHome io · October 2025

“We did two different Maipo Valley tours in a week, and both experiences were perfect.”
jabbas85018 · January 2026

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Maipo Deluxe Wine Tour