Today we invite you to discover the charming City of Valdivia on a half-day tour that will take you to know its main attractions historical, cultural and natural. We will pick you up at your hotel on time agreed to begin this fascinating journey.
Our first stop It will be in the famous Valdivia River Fair, a vibrant market where fishermen and gardeners offer fresh products from the sea and land. Here you can see the Seal Lions up close that rest on the shore and enjoy the authentic and traditional atmosphere of the place.
We continue our tour along the picturesque Costanera Avenue, which offers beautiful views of the river and a panoramic view of daily life in Valdivia. We head to historic Industrial neighborhood of Collico, Known for its industrial past and charming river views Valdivia.
We visit the old Railway Station, a symbol of the connection of Valdivia with the rest of the country and an important piece of its history. We walked along General Lagos Street, one of the most important and beautiful roads in the city, full of architecture historic and emblematic buildings.
We explore the historic Valdivia Gates, a key structure in the management of river waters and a point of interest architectural. We visited the Torreones El Barro and El Canelo, old 18th century fortifications built to Defend the city from indigenous sieges, corsairs and pirates. These structures They offer a fascinating look at Valdivia`s colonial past.
We cross the iconic Pedro de Valdivia Bridge towards Teja Island, enjoying the views and the experience of crossing one of the most important of the city. On Isla Teja, we will visit the Universidad Austral de Chile, known for its academic prestige and its beautiful campus.
We explore the university`s Botanical Garden , which houses a wide variety of plant species and is an ideal place for lovers of nature. We walked through the Saval Park, home of the famous Laguna de los Lotos, a quiet and beautiful place to relax and enjoy nature.
Finally we will visit Fuerte Niebla, an imposing fortification located on the coast, which offers spectacular panoramic views of the ocean and a deep immersion in the military history of the region. Then, we will go to the coastal town of Niebla, 17 km from the center of Valdivia. Here, we will visit the imposing Castillo de la Pura y Cleana Concepción de Monfort de Lemus, a key fortification in the Spanish colonial defensive system. Inside the castle, the on-site museum offers a fascinating insight into the region's military history, complementing our understanding of the Spanish crown's most important defensive system south of Callao.
After this enriching tour, we will return to your hotel, full of unforgettable memories and a new appreciation for the history, culture and nature of Valdivia.
Join us on this complete and detailed half-day tour of Valdivia and live an experience unique that combines history, culture and nature in one of the most charming ones from Chile.