Our private Valle Nevado and Farellones tour is a scenic snow day trip from Santiago for travelers who want to see the Andes in winter without skiing. You'll get panoramic views of the ski resorts and real contact with the snow, above 3,000 meters (9,800 ft).
We don't enter the ski areas or buy lift tickets: the day is all about the landscape, the mountains and the snow. On the winding mountain road we stop for photos and at a snow-gear rental shop. At Valle Nevado, one of the leading ski resorts in South America, you enjoy a picnic breakfast, and in Farellones, a traditional Alpine-style mountain village, there's time to walk around.
It works well for families with kids, older travelers and anyone who wants to experience snow at an easy pace. The vehicle is for your group only, with hotel pickup in Santiago.
Itinerary
Mountain road
Departure from Santiago with scenic photo stops.
Snow gear rental
A first stop at rental shops in case you need warm gear.
Valle Nevado
A scenic tour of one of South America's leading ski resorts and a picnic breakfast facing the Andes.
Farellones
A traditional Alpine-style mountain village, with time to walk and take photos.
What's included
- Private round-trip transport from your hotel or home, with assistance and coordination throughout the day
- Scenic visits to Valle Nevado and Farellones Park
- Visit to Farellones village and photo stops
- Picnic breakfast at Valle Nevado (bread, ham and cheese, served at a table)
- Snacks and drinks: soft drinks, juices, wine or champagne, subject to availability
- Comfortable, climate-controlled vehicles for mountain roads
- First-aid kit on board
- Candid photos and videos of the day, with a short highlight video delivered digitally
Not included
- Lunch
- Tips
- Snow clothing or equipment rental
- Ski lift tickets or paid activities
Optional add-ons
Optional specialized or bilingual guide, recommended for groups of 10 or more and for travelers who don't speak Spanish.
Specialized guide
Joins you along the way and shares the story behind each stop.
Priced on request in your quote
Guide + companion + photo & video package
Candid photos and videos shot on a smartphone, a short edited Reel/TikTok-style clip and digital delivery. Not a professional production.
Priced on request in your quote
Bilingual guide (Spanish/English)
Ideal if someone in your group doesn't speak Spanish. Photo and video not included.
Priced on request in your quote
A scenic tour
We don't enter the ski areas or buy tickets: the experience focuses on the scenery, the mountains and the snow.
Schedule & duration
- Pickup between 6:00 and 7:00 am (you choose when booking).
- Return time depends on the weather and your group’s pace.
What to bring
- Warm layers (fleece, waterproof or insulated jacket)
- A hat, scarf and thermal gloves
- Closed shoes, ideally waterproof
- Sunglasses and sunscreen: the sun is strong at altitude
- A small backpack, water or an electrolyte drink
- Personal medication
- If you get carsick or feel the altitude: bring bags just in case and your usual medication
How to book
This is a private service: the vehicle is for your group only. We quote based on the number of travelers, the vehicle and the date.
- Message us on WhatsApp with your date, number of travelers and hotel.
- You receive a quote for your private service, based on group size, vehicle and date.
- Confirm with the deposit and you are all set: we pick you up at your hotel.
To confirm your service you pay a 20% deposit of the total price, which is non-refundable. The remaining 80% is paid before the service starts. If you don't show up (no-show), the booking is cancelled and the deposit is not refunded. See Terms and Conditions.
Payment methods: We accept cash in Chilean pesos (CLP), US dollars (USD), euros (EUR) and Brazilian reais (BRL) at the day's exchange rate; a payment link (Flow); and debit and credit cards (Transbank/POS). The conditions for each payment method are shared in your quote.
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FAQ
Do I need to know how to ski?
No. It's a scenic tour: we don't enter the ski areas or buy lift tickets. You'll enjoy the views and the snow.
Can I rent snow clothes?
Yes. We stop at snow-gear rental shops on the way up. Rental is not included.
Is lunch included?
No. A picnic breakfast at Valle Nevado, snacks and drinks are included.
How high do we go?
Above 3,000 meters (9,800 ft). If you are sensitive to altitude or winding roads, bring your usual medication.
Does the tour include a guide?
A guide is optional and your choice. Every tour includes private round-trip transport with assistance and coordination throughout the day. We recommend adding a specialized or bilingual (Spanish/English) guide for groups of 10 or more and for travelers who don't speak Spanish. You can also add a photo and video package. Each add-on is priced in your quote.
