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Drive from Santiago into the high valleys of Farellones and El Colorado for a full day of alpine panoramas, easy hikes, and mountain village stops. Ideal for photographers and nature lovers who want a high-altitude taste of the Andes without skiing.
Drive from Santiago into the high valleys of Farellones and El Colorado for a full day of alpine panoramas, easy hikes, and mountain village stops. Ideal for photographers and nature lovers who want a high-altitude taste of the Andes without skiing.
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Operated by Anclatourchile · Farellones, Santiago Metropolitan Region
You arrive on a mountain road where the city drops away and the Andes begin to assert themselves—sharp ridgelines, wind-swept snowfields, and small wooden kiosks clustered like punctuation marks along the roadside.
moderate.
8 hours.
Moderate fitness: able to handle a few short walks and the effects of high altitude without prolonged exertion.
No—this is a scenic day trip and photo tour; there’s optional time at ski centers but no ski instruction or equipment included.
Expect roughly 35–50 km one-way with 1–1.5 hours of driving each way depending on traffic and road conditions.
Lunch is not included; there are restaurants and cafés at the resort areas where you can buy meals during the free-time stop.
Yes for most, but it’s not recommended for people with serious heart or respiratory conditions due to altitude; infant seats are available for young children.
The high valleys transitioned from mining and pastoral use to winter tourism in the 20th century, shaping small villages into ski-service hubs.
Stick to marked paths and avoid disturbing alpine vegetation; mountain soils are thin and recover slowly from trampling.
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