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Explore the covered market and San Cristóbal Hill.
Visit the "casa de la Cultura" and local market.
Spend our last night in a beautiful winery and vineyard guesthouse.
Enjoy exploring the nearby beach and active sand dunes.

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Primary:	Road Cycling
Other:	Local Culture & Cuisine, Historical Sites, museum, sightseeing, wine tasting, Urban Exploration, World Heritage Sites, Local Markets, vineyard

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Bicycle Tours in Chile: Bicycling Chile's Wine Country Plus! the Pacific Coast

Join us on our bicycle tour of the Chilean wine country where we pedal through vineyards of the Central Valley before turning south and bicycling along the stunning beaches of the scenic Pacific Coast.

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One of the most prestigious "new world" wine producing regions, Chile's central valley has produced award winning wines in recent years. Join us on our bicycle tour of the Chilean wine country where we pedal through vineyards of the Central Valley before turning south and bicycling along the stunning beaches of the scenic Pacific Coast. We stay in historic colonial cities such as Santa Cruz and Constitucion and visit secluded villages and beach resorts. This is an excellent trip for both wine and food lover and photographer!

Day 1: Arrive in Santiago

We gather today in Santiago de Chile, the capital of Chile. Santiago is a delightful, metropolitan city. We suggest arriving at least a couple of days early so you can explore the covered market and San Cristóbal Hill, a major city landmark. We'll have introductions and a welcome dinner tonight.

Lodging	Hotel Rio Bidasoa
Description	Bidasoa is a very familiar hotel boutique that only count on 35 rooms located in Vitacura closely together of the meter, commercial centers, best restoranes and center of ski

Day 2: Fit bikes, Winery Visit

We'll shuttle south into the Central Valley this morning and stop at our first winery for a tour and lunch. We'll also fit bikes here and then pedal through vineyards to our hotel. On our bicycle ride today we'll have the Andes as a stunning backdrop. Our destination today is Zuñiga, a small historical village with a hotel that is often frequented by Chileans in the summer as a city get-a-way. Dinner together tonight. Mileage: 30-40 km (19-25 miles).

Lodging	Hacienda Santa Clara
Description	SANTA CLARA is placed in Zuñiga, a typical colonial town over 240 years old, with adobe houses dating from the XIX century, long stone dividing walls, leafy tunnels, rich farmland, fruit orchards and interesting spots to visit.

Day 3: Bicycle Zuñiga to Winery and Hotel

On our bicycle ride to today we'll pass several distinct towns in the central agricultural area of Chile. We'll see windmills once used to irrigate the fertile farmlands of Chile's most famous wine region that are protected by UNESCO. The 2010 earthquake severely damaged the UNESCO World Heritage Museum of the Hacienda El Huique, a once - perfectly preserved example of a 19th century rural Chilean estate. If it is open we will have a guided tour of this unique Hacienda before continuing on to our vineyard and wine hotel in the Colchagua Valley. Dinner together tonight. Daily mileage: 70 km (42 miles)

Lodging	Viña La Playa
Description	The hotel is a classic Chilean hacienda-style property featuring four-star overnight accommodations for our guests, who sleep under the same roof that protects La Playa's Premium wine cellars. The gracious hosts and their friendly, experienced staff create a luxurious yet inviting family atmosphere.

Day 4: Bicycle the Apalta Valley and Santa Cruz

Today we'll head towards Santa Cruz, the largest city in this region's wine area. On our ride to Santa Cruz we'll pedal through the Valle de Apalta, home to several of Chile's most important wines such as Montes, Casa Lapostolle, and Ventisquero, as well as the up-and-coming wine of Neyen. Along the way we'll learn about the culture and the process of wine making at lunch together at a local winery. Many wineries along the way invite visitors and you are free to stop and explore. Dinner on your own tonight. Daily mileage: 35-75 km depending on choice (19-44 miles)

Lodging	Hotel Santa Cruz Plaza
Description	Hotel Santa Cruz invites you to discover the world of wine, the history and traditions of our land. Enjoy an extraordinary experience, with a warm welcome, luxury accommodations, excellent cuisine and exceptional comfort, which, together with our staff’s spirit of service, all make for an unforgettable stay.

Day 5: Santa Cruz Rest Day, optional ride

We have a rest day today to enjoy this bustling little town. Relax at our beautiful hotel lounging by the pool or take a walk around town. We highly recommend visiting the Santa Cruz museum, one of the best museums on Chile's natural history and contemporary issues. Dinner is on your own.

Lodging	Hotel Santa Cruz Plaza
Description	Hotel Santa Cruz invites you to discover the world of wine, the history and traditions of our land. Enjoy an extraordinary experience, with a warm welcome, luxury accommodations, excellent cuisine and exceptional comfort, which, together with our staff’s spirit of service, all make for an unforgettable stay.

Day 6: Santa Cruz to Vichuquén

We leave Santa Cruz today and ride west towards the Pacific Ocean. On the way take time to visit the beautiful town of Lolol. Our ride ends on the coast at Boyeruca beach. From here we'll shuttle the last 45 kilometers to avoid some rough roads. Dinner is together tonight. Daily mileage: 80 km (50 miles)

Lodging	Hotel Marina Vichuquén
Description	Just 300 km from Santiago and about 90 km off the coast of Curicó, is the beautiful Lake Vichuquén recognized for its excellent climate and pleasant warm waters navigable and ideal for water sports.

Day 7: Vichuquén to Duao

We're back on our bikes today, headed first to the coast then south to Duao, a beautiful and isolated beach on the Pacific Coast. Take your time and do some beach-combing along the way or pedal straight to Duao where you can enjoy a little beach time. Dinner together this evening. Daily mileage: approximately 60 km (37 miles)

Lodging	Hostería Donde Gilberto
Description	Hosteria where Gilbert, thinking of their customers, now has a new stock of cabins designed especially thinking of our customers with friendly and innovative styles.

Day 8: Duao to Constitución

We continue south along the coast today to the resort town of Constitución. We pedal through pine forests and past spectacular rock formations on the beaches. Take your time, take a swim, and get some photos! Dinner is together tonight. Daily mileage: 54 km (34 miles)

Day 9: Constitución to Pelluhue

We'll be surrounded by cool pine forests most of the way to Chanco. Our hotel tonight is in the beach town of Pelluhue. You might enjoy exploring the nearby beach and active sand dunes which once buried Chanco over the last century before pine woods were planted to protect it. Daily mileage: approximately 67 km (42 miles). Dinner is on your own this evening.

Lodging	Cabañas Campo Mar
Description	The cabins are private and a roomy 60m2. They are completely equipped for 4 to 6 people. And every cabin has a full view of the sea!

Day 10: Pelluhue to San Xavier

We head inland today after shuttling to Cauquenes. Visit the "casa de la Cultura" and local market before jumping on your bike and riding towards the one of our favorite roads. We spend our last night in a beautiful winery and vineyard guesthouse. We'll have a final dinner together this evening. Daily mileage: 64 km (38 miles)

Lodging	Tabonko
Description	Explore the Maule Valley from Tabonkö, an exclusive guest house surrounded by vineyards. Visit exclusive wine cellars, participate in winetasting.

Day 11: Transfer to Santiago

We head back to Santiago today, but not without stopping at one last winery, one that was founded in 1880. We'll be back in Santiago this afternoon around 4 pm in time for you to catch a flight home!

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John S.

What was your favorite experience on this trip? Seeing the beautiful country, meeting wonderful Chileans and, of course, tasting fine wines.

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Pat & Monte P.

What was your favorite experience on this trip? Casa Silva Winery, Museum in Santa Cruz, riding along the ocean with the sanddunes, farm house for lunch, youth dancers --- LOTS!

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Mary B.

What was your favorite experience on this trip? Hard to pick one thing...this may have been our favorite of 7 ExperiencePlus! trips. The organization, guides, scenery, and people all combined to make for a wonderful vacation.

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TRIP INCLUDES

Use of a quality 27-30 speed bicycle
11 days, 10 nights accommodation
all breakfasts
7 dinners
3 lunches
van support
bilingual tour leaders
3 wine tastings and visit to three wineries
Shuttle back to Santiago

CANCELLATIONS: 20% cancellation fee applied if cancelled 60 days prior to departure. Cancellations within 60 days are 100% non-cancelable

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                                        Day 1: Arrive in Santiago
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                                        We gather today in Santiago de Chile, the capital of Chile. Santiago is a delightful, metropolitan city. We suggest arriving at least a couple of days early so you can explore the covered market and San Cristóbal Hill, a major city landmark. We'll have introductions and a welcome dinner tonight. 
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                                                    <td valign="top">Bidasoa is a very familiar hotel boutique that only count on 35 rooms located in Vitacura closely together of the meter, commercial centers, best restoranes and center of ski
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                                        Day 2: Fit bikes, Winery Visit
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                                        We'll shuttle south into the Central Valley this morning and stop at our first winery for a tour and lunch. We'll also fit bikes here and then pedal through vineyards to our hotel. On our bicycle ride today we'll have the Andes as a stunning backdrop. Our destination today is Zuñiga, a small historical village with a hotel that is often frequented by Chileans in the summer as a city get-a-way. Dinner together tonight. Mileage: 30-40 km (19-25 miles).
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                                                    <td valign="top">SANTA CLARA is placed in Zuñiga, a typical colonial town over 240 years old, with adobe houses dating from the XIX century, long stone dividing walls, leafy tunnels, rich farmland, fruit orchards and interesting spots to visit.
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                                        Day 3: Bicycle Zuñiga to Winery and Hotel
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                                        On our bicycle ride to today we'll pass several distinct towns in the central agricultural area of Chile. We'll see windmills once used to irrigate the fertile farmlands of Chile's most famous wine region that are protected by UNESCO. The 2010 earthquake severely damaged the UNESCO World Heritage Museum of the Hacienda El Huique, a once - perfectly preserved example of a 19th century rural Chilean estate. If it is open we will have a guided tour of this unique Hacienda before continuing on to our vineyard and wine hotel in the Colchagua Valley. Dinner together tonight. Daily mileage: 70 km (42 miles)
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                                                    <td valign="top"><a style="color: #3D6287;" target="_blank" href="http://www.laplayawine.com/winery_and_hotel_in_chile.htm"><b>Viña La Playa</b></a></td>
                                                    
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                                                    <td valign="top">The hotel is a classic Chilean hacienda-style property featuring four-star overnight accommodations for our guests, who sleep under the same roof that protects La Playa's Premium wine cellars. The gracious hosts and their friendly, experienced staff create a luxurious yet inviting family atmosphere.</td>
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                                        Day 4: Bicycle the Apalta Valley and Santa Cruz
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                                        Today we'll head towards Santa Cruz, the largest city in this region's wine area. On our ride to Santa Cruz we'll pedal through the Valle de Apalta, home to several of Chile's most important wines such as Montes, Casa Lapostolle, and Ventisquero, as well as the up-and-coming wine of Neyen. Along the way we'll learn about the culture and the process of wine making at lunch together at a local winery. Many wineries along the way invite visitors and you are free to stop and explore. Dinner on your own tonight. Daily mileage: 35-75 km depending on choice (19-44 miles) 
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                                                    <td valign="top"><a style="color: #3D6287;" target="_blank" href="http://www.hotelsantacruzplaza.cl/english/ "><b>Hotel Santa Cruz Plaza</b></a></td>
                                                    
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                                                    <td valign="top">Hotel Santa Cruz invites you to discover the world of wine, the history and traditions of our land. Enjoy an extraordinary experience, with a warm welcome, luxury accommodations, excellent cuisine and exceptional comfort, which, together with our staff’s spirit of service, all make for an unforgettable stay. 
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                                        Day 5: Santa Cruz Rest Day, optional ride
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                                        We have a rest day today to enjoy this bustling little town. Relax at our beautiful hotel lounging by the pool or take a walk around town. We highly recommend visiting the Santa Cruz museum, one of the best museums on Chile's natural history and contemporary issues. Dinner is on your own. 
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                                                    <td valign="top"><a style="color: #3D6287;" target="_blank" href="http://www.hotelsantacruzplaza.cl/english/ "><b>Hotel Santa Cruz Plaza</b></a></td>
                                                    
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                                                    <td valign="top">Hotel Santa Cruz invites you to discover the world of wine, the history and traditions of our land. Enjoy an extraordinary experience, with a warm welcome, luxury accommodations, excellent cuisine and exceptional comfort, which, together with our staff’s spirit of service, all make for an unforgettable stay. 
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                                        Day 6: Santa Cruz to Vichuquén
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                                        We leave Santa Cruz today and ride west towards the Pacific Ocean. On the way take time to visit the beautiful town of Lolol. Our ride ends on the coast at Boyeruca beach. From here we'll shuttle the last 45 kilometers to avoid some rough roads. Dinner is together tonight. Daily mileage: 80 km (50 miles)
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                                                    <td valign="top">Just 300 km from Santiago and about 90 km off the coast of Curicó, is the beautiful Lake Vichuquén recognized for its excellent climate and pleasant warm waters navigable and ideal for water sports. 
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                                        Day 7: Vichuquén to Duao
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                                        We're back on our bikes today, headed first to the coast then south to Duao, a beautiful and isolated beach on the Pacific Coast. Take your time and do some beach-combing along the way or pedal straight to Duao where you can enjoy a little beach time. Dinner together this evening. Daily mileage: approximately 60 km (37 miles)
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                                                    <td valign="top">Hosteria where Gilbert, thinking of their customers, now has a new stock of cabins designed especially thinking of our customers with friendly and innovative styles.</td>
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                                        Day 8: Duao to Constitución
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                                        We continue south along the coast today to the resort town of Constitución. We pedal through pine forests and past spectacular rock formations on the beaches. Take your time, take a swim, and get some photos! Dinner is together tonight. Daily mileage: 54 km (34 miles)
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                                        Day 9: Constitución to Pelluhue
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                                        We'll be surrounded by cool pine forests most of the way to Chanco. Our hotel tonight is in the beach town of Pelluhue. You might enjoy exploring the nearby beach and active sand dunes which once buried Chanco over the last century before pine woods were planted to protect it. Daily mileage: approximately 67 km (42 miles). Dinner is on your own this evening. 
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                                                    <td valign="top"><a style="color: #3D6287;" target="_blank" href="http://www.cabanascampomar.cl/"><b>Cabañas Campo Mar</b></a></td>
                                                    
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                                                    <td valign="top">The cabins are private and a roomy 60m2. They are completely equipped for 4 to 6 people. And every cabin has a full view of the sea!</td>
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                                        Day 10: Pelluhue to San Xavier
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                                        We head inland today after shuttling to Cauquenes. Visit the "casa de la Cultura" and local market before jumping on your bike and riding towards the one of our favorite roads. We spend our last night in a beautiful winery and vineyard guesthouse. We'll have a final dinner together this evening. Daily mileage: 64 km (38 miles) 
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                                                    <td valign="top">Explore the Maule Valley from Tabonkö, an exclusive guest house surrounded by vineyards. Visit exclusive wine cellars, participate in winetasting.</td>
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                                        Day 11: Transfer to Santiago
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                                        We head back to Santiago today, but not without stopping at one last winery, one that was founded in 1880. We'll be back in Santiago this afternoon around 4 pm in time for you to catch a flight home! 
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