Funicular Tour of Valparaiso
Funicular Tour of Valparaiso
We'll pick you up from your accommodation at the indicated time, before starting our very special tour of Valparaiso. The Chilean city is famous for its funicular railways that run up the hillsides. We'll explore the different neighbourhoods in these historic elevators.
During the tour, you'll hear all about the origins of this fascinating form of public transport and, of course, we'll have the opportunity to climb on one of the oldest in Valparaiso. We'll visit Barrio Puerto and Cerro Cordillera with its Cordillera and San Agustin funiculars. You'll be amazed to see them crawling up and down the hillside!
Next, we'll go to Cerro Alegre with its famous Concepción elevator, the first one to be inaugurated which is connected to one of the most important viewpoints of the city. There, we'll enjoy a spectacular panorama of the coastline.
At the end of our tour, we'll have ridden in the seven funiculars in Valparaiso that are still in operation today, as well as explored the hills they connect with.
Our tour will end back at your hotel after 4.5 hours of activity.
Hotel Pickup
This tour includes hotel pick up from the hotels located within the urban radius of Valparaíso.
Tour without Pickup
If you prefer, you can opt for the tour without pickup. In this case, at 10:30 am or 3:30 pm (depending on your selection), you'll meet the guide at Plaza Sotomayor in Valparaíso.
Temporary Closures
The visit to all the funiculars is subject to mechanical conditions and machine maintenance. Therefore, some may be closed.
More Information
Duration
4 hours.
Language
The activity takes place with a guide that speaks in English, although it may occasionally be done in two languages.
Included
Hotel pickup and return transfer (depending on selection)
Transport by bus or minibus (depending on selection)
English–speaking guide
Tickets for the funiculars
Public transport tickets
When to book?
You can book up until 24 hours before the activity as long as there are still places. Book now to guarantee your spot.
Type of voucher
Electronic. Show the voucher on your phone.
Accessibility
Sustainability
All services published on Civitatis are carried out in accordance with our Sustainability Code.
Our providers commit to:
- Provide a safe and satisfying experience.
- Reduce, reuse, recycle.
- Incorporate eco-conscious technologies.
- Uphold fair employment standards.
- Foster the growth of local communities.
- Preserve the integrity of local culture.
- Safeguard both cultural and environmental heritage.
- Ensure ethical treatment of animals.
- Operate with honesty and transparency.
- Encourage sustainable behaviors among customers and staff.
This particular activity contributes as follows:
- Uses an electric vehicle.
- Printed material is avoided.
- No single-use plastics are used.
- The activity helps the dissemination of local cultural heritage.
- No printing of documentation required.
- Promotes local employment.
- Has a gender equality policy.
Provider
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Ecomapu Travel
Corporate name: Turismo Ecomapu Limitada
Pets
Not permitted.
Frequently asked questions
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Q - Why do this activity with Civitatis?
A - At Civitatis we guarantee the best quality and prices, click here if you want to know how we select our activities.
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Q - How to book?
A - To reserve the activity, choose the date and complete the form on this page. You will receive your confirmation immediately.
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Q - Is a minimum number of participants required?
A - This activity requires a minimum of 2 participants. Should this number not be reached, we'll get in touch with you to offer alternatives.
If you have any other questions please contact us.
