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Santiago - Day trips |
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Ski the Andes June to Sept. you can ski in resorts 40km east of Santiago. There is good skiing, trails, lifts and ski classes for kids at the resorts of El Colorado - Farellones, La Parva, and Valle Nevado. |
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Arrayan Nature Sanctuary If you need a day in the country, the Arrayan Nature Sanctuary is less than an hour from Santiago. There are trails in the mountains that run along streams for hiking or horseback riding. Pack a picnic, relax and run around. | ||
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Pomaire This village north of Santiago is famous for its pottery. Watch potters at work, some potters continue to use ancient indigenous designs. Look for miniature figures for nativity scenes, tiny cooking pots or small clay pigs for good luck. | ||
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Cajon del Maipo The Maipo River canyon is a popular recreation spot, with hiking, horseback riding and wonderful scenery. Mountain streams cascade through volcanic mountains, with views of some of the highest mountains in Chile. | ||
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Pirque The town of Pirque has a crafts fair (artisania feria) on the weekend. This is also a wine growing area, and you can tour the vineyards, such as Concha y Toro, Santa Rita, Santa Carolina and Cousin o Macul vineyards. |