Horseback riding near Santiago: Coastal tour with Valparaiso

Ride the coast between three Pacific cities in a single day

A private full-day tour from Santiago to Chile's coastline covers Concón, Viña del Mar and Valparaiso by vehicle and on foot, with hotel pickup and a guide in English, Spanish or Portuguese. You choose one activity (horseback riding, surfing or coastal biking) to experience the ocean directly. The itinerary includes the Concón Sand Dunes, Roca Oceanica viewpoint, Viña del Mar's Flower Clock and Casino, Valparaiso's Plaza Sotomayor, and the hilltop Paseo 21 de Mayo.

Step-by-step itinerary

Stops and time spent at each

1. Concónpassing by
2. Plaza Sotomayor15m
3. Cerro Concepción10m
4. Paseo Gervasoni10m
5. Paseo 21 de Mayo15m

Coastal tour of Concón, Viña del Mar, Valparaiso

• Private hotel pickup in Santiago
• Drive through Casablanca wine valley
• Climb Concón Sand Dunes viewpoint
• Stop at Roca Oceanica viewpoint
• Drive past Reñaca beach
• Drive past Amarilla beach
• Visit Flower Clock and Viña del Mar Casino
• Explore Viña del Mar Casino
• Drive through Viña del Mar city
• Visit Valparaiso main square and Arturo Prat statue
• Walking tour of Valparaiso hills
• Visit Paseo Gervasoni
• Explore Cerro Alegre
• View from Mirador Paseo 21 de Mayo

The experience

The day starts with pickup from your Santiago hotel and a 115-kilometer drive through the Casablanca wine valley toward the coast. Your first stop is the Concón Sand Dunes, where you climb to a panoramic viewpoint overlooking all three cities you'll visit. From there, the route follows the shoreline past Roca Oceanica and Reñaca and Amarilla beaches, each with its own vantage over the Pacific.

In Viña del Mar, you'll see the Flower Clock and the first Chilean Casino before moving south to Valparaiso. A walking tour takes you through the hillside neighborhoods of Cerro Concepción, Cerro Alegre and Paseo Gervasoni, where the city's art and culture are visible in the architecture and street life. The day ends at Mirador Paseo 21 de Mayo, a viewpoint over the port and the UNESCO-listed city, where you can browse local handicrafts.

The activity you select (horseback riding, surfing or biking) happens during the coastal portion of the day. For horseback riding, you get the gear and assistance you need. The guide leads the ride along the shore. The tour operates with a live guide who speaks English, Spanish or Portuguese, and the vehicle is wheelchair accessible throughout.

What’s included

• Hotel pickup and drop-off from Santiago.
• private guided tour in English, Spanish or Portuguese.
• transport by private vehicle.
• gear and assistance for your chosen activity (horseback riding, surfing or coastal biking).
• access to all stops and viewpoints.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDeparts at 09:00

AgesUp to age 75

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish, Spanish and Portuguese

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.

Cancellation and refundsNo refund if you cancel.

Good to know

Low physical effortWheelchair accessibleAccessible transportStroller-friendlyInfant seats availablePets welcomeInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Huaso Tours & Bike Rental Santiago

Is this one for you?Eight hours is enough to cover the three cities and the coast without rushing, but it means the activity itself is the main focus. You're not spending a full day riding or surfing, just experiencing it as part of the route. Book this if you want to see the region's highlights and try one ocean activity in the same day.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English, Spanish and Portuguese.

How far is it from Santiago to the coast on this tour?

The drive covers 115 kilometers (71 miles) through the Casablanca wine valley to reach Concón, the first coastal stop.

What is the Concón Sand Dunes viewpoint like?

Concón Sand Dunes is the opening stop where you climb to a panoramic point overlooking Concón, Viña del Mar and Valparaiso all at once, giving you a sense of the three cities before you visit each one.

Can I choose which activity to do, or is it set?

You pick one activity before booking: horseback riding, surfing or coastal biking. The operator provides gear and assistance for whichever you choose.

Does the tour include food?

Food and beverages are not included, so you'll want to budget for meals or bring your own.

What is Paseo 21 de Mayo?

Paseo 21 de Mayo is a hilltop viewpoint at the end of the day where you can see across Valparaiso's port and the UNESCO heritage city. It's also where you can buy typical Chilean handicrafts.