Day tour: Cajón del Maipo and Embalse El Yeso - Andes, Chocolate and Local Flavours

Tour/Activity in Maipo, Chile

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Turquoise waters, majestic Andes and Chilean indulgence – a day filled with spectacular contrasts.

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Cajón del Maipo and Embalse El Yeso

Today, the journey leads from the vineyards of the Maipo Valley into the spectacular world of the Andes. The route through the dramatic Cajón del Maipo passes mountain villages, deep valleys and rugged slopes before reaching turquoise Embalse El Yeso, spectacularly framed by the peaks of the high Andes. Take time to enjoy the extraordinary scenery and the tranquillity of this impressive mountain landscape.

San José de Maipo and Local Flavours

On the way back through the Cajón del Maipo, take the opportunity to stop in San José de Maipo and experience the atmosphere of this traditional mountain town. A visit to Casa Chocolate offers a delicious introduction to the region's local flavours. Depending on your plans, the day can be rounded off with a relaxed picnic surrounded by the spectacular scenery of the valley before returning to the Maipo wine country.

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