The Perfect Blend of Adventure, History, and Wine

You’ll find several smaller valleys within the Colchagua valley, one of which is the Apalta Valley. Because of the location and weather conditions, this particular valley is best known for its red wine production, specifically syrah and Carmenere. It’s also known for being closer to the mountains, so grab your shoes and try a guided hiking wine tour would be the perfect blend of adventure, nature, and wine.
Starting the morning early, this hike offers 6km through a botanical trail filled with many plants, flora, and fauna. Consider about 4 hours for this hike. In the end, enjoy a variety of Montes wines to try.
If hiking is not an option for you, Montes also offers different tours that are unique to explore. Since they are one of the larger producers of wine in the area, you’ll explore different rooms and learn their production process. They stay true to their original promises to continue using sustainable practices. One of their rooms has Gregorian music constantly playing, which affects the taste of wines which is a unique experience to see.
Reservations are required, tours are offered every day starting at 10:30 AM (besides the early 9:30 AM guided Hiking tour), and the last one leaves at 4:00 PM.
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Right next door (within walking distance), Fuegos de Apalta offers exquisite meals from famous Argentina chef Francis Mallmann. You can coordinate ahead of time to combine your tour with your lunch hour so that the day runs smoothly together. This restaurant offers a variety of meats that are grilled, but beef is their specialty.
Grab a seat outside and admire the incredible architecture and design that blends perfectly with the perfectly manicured gardens and surrounding vineyards. This is an experience you won’t forget and the perfect way to say goodbye to the Apalta Valley.
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Opening Hours: Monday – Sunday: 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM

Offers a wonderful collection of historic Chilean and international pieces, such as pre-Colombian jewelry, to a permanent expo dedicated to the 33 Miners rescued in 2010. If you enjoy visiting museums from different places worldwide, this one won't disappoint. English audio guides are available, but most of the writing you will find next to pieces is in Spanish.
You can purchase your tickets in advance, and once they are purchased, you have six months to use them. Once you scan your ticket, they are valid for 24 hours. So if you come in the afternoon and feel that you didn’t get to see enough or ran out of time, you can come back in the morning to visit the remaining rooms. Reservations Online
Opening Hours: Monday – Sunday: 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM

Once your visit with your visit, take a peek inside the most famous hotel in Santa Cruz. This hotel is your classic Chilean colonial-style hotel and is a true representation of everything the O'Higgins region stands for. From its "huaso" decor to the Chilean music you'll hear through the walkways, the hotel has maintained it's essence throughout the years.
Make a quick pit-stop at the gift shop inside to take home a little token of Santa Cruz with you.

Only open for dinner, this beautiful restaurant offers a welcoming and aesthetic ambiance that will impress you at the end of the meal. Their specialty is the grill, and is worth every penny. You’ll find fine quality cuts made to your liking with top-notch service from all staff members; they know their menu options and love to suggest wine pairings with your meal. After dinner, head to the bar for a signature cocktail and enjoy live music or any other activity being offered that evening.
Reservations are encouraged but not necessary. You can find the menu online.
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Opening Hours: Wednesday – Saturday: 7:00 PM - 1:00 AM Sunday: 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM Closed Monday & Tuesday

Think about your classic cabin log in the middle of the woods, and you’ll find it here, but in tiny house versions and near wineries instead. Here you can completely rest and feel like you are in the middle of nowhere and disconnect as you enjoy your last night in the Colchagua valley. Especially since each room comes with its hot tub! These tiny houses are managed by the owner, who puts a lot of attention to small details to make your experience an unforgettable one.